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• THE EDITOR'S NOTE Our main article this month is on the benefits of walking, to which I can attest. I have long been interested in walking, ever since my dad would take out of an evening for a stroll and then reward me with a portion of chips which we would share as we walked back home. Having a young Labrador means that I now walk more than ever, with a minimum of two walks a day.

According to technology, I am averaging 5.5 miles a day which is certainly good for my health.

It is also good for general well-being, giving you a chance to reflect, to see what is around you, to keep away from your phone, and generally appreciate the beauty that surrounds us in this lovely part of the world.

Since we started our magazine in 2009, we have always published a monthly walk and will continue to do so to encourage people to get out and about. There are a number of groups like the Ramblers and Walking for Health that enable people to not only get out, but meet other likeminded people. Many of them feature in our Jottings every month, so do think about trying them out. While I will always extol the value and delight of having a dog, it is not the only reason to get out and about.

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William Blake in Sussex:

Visions of Albion

Petworth House, 13th January to 25th March 2018

Left: A Vision of the Last Judgement 1808 (NT/John Hammond).

Above: Portrait of William Blake by Thomas Philips (National Portrait Gallery).

prints, books and manuscripts from such prestigious lenders as the British Museum, National Portrait Gallery and Tate.

Some of Blake’s greatest works, from poetry to painting, will be displayed at Petworth this winter in a major new exhibition that celebrates the famous artist’s relationship with Sussex.

William Blake moved to Felpham, near Bognor Regis, in 1800. He soon described his rented cottage there as “the sweetest spot on earth” and it was to be the only place outside of London where he would ever live. Blake’s three years in Sussex inspired a wide body of extraordinary work, done for new and existing patrons and ranging from the familiar to the rarely considered.

Aside from the work associated with Felpham, the Petworth collection includes three major paintings by Blake – otherwise unrepresented in other grand houses – along with related prints, books and archival material. It is, therefore, particularly fitting that the first exhibition devoted to all dimensions of the artist’s associations with Sussex should take place here. Along with the Petworth collection of Blakes, the exhibition will also include paintings, drawings,

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Featuring over fifty exhibits, William Blake in Sussex traces the artist’s connections with the county. Initially encouraged to come south by the Sussex poet William Hayley, Blake set about a number of projects under the employment of his new friend. Ultimately, however, he found the engravings and paintings requested by Hayley increasingly distracting from the more visionary work which was his calling.

Blake continued with projects such as the remarkable biblical watercolours for his London patron Thomas Butts, and developed his two greatest illustrated epic poems, Milton and Jerusalem, each of which overtly references his Sussex experiences throughout: “In Felpham I saw Visions of Albion” he writes in the latter. Chief among the events which profoundly affected Blake in Sussex was his arrest and trial for sedition, of which he was ultimately cleared.

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Above: William Blake - 'Chichester' from the Designs to a Series of Ballads written by William Hayley, Chichester 1802 (©The Trustees of the British Museum). Right: William Blake Blake's Cottage at Felpham, plate 36 from Milton a Poem, 1804-1811 (©The Trustees of the British Museum). Below right: Petworth House (John Miller).

puts the Blake collection at Petworth into context with related works and demonstrates how the artist’s Sussex experiences were of continuing importance for the rest of his career.

Amongst the highlights of the exhibition are hand-coloured pages from the poem Milton, of which only four copies are in existence. These feature the lines ‘And did those feet in ancient time…’ which were later adapted for the hymn Jerusalem. Other pages on display show the cottage at Felpham and the spirit of John Milton, the author of Paradise Lost, in the shape of a comet landing on Blake’s ankle, symbolising the moment which inspired him to write Milton.

Also featured is the outstanding watercolour, A Vision of The Last Judgment, along with related works and Blake’s own hand-written description of the events it depicts. This scene of the apocalypse, inspired by Michaelangelo’s Last Judgement in the Sistine Chapel, depicts the Angels of Judgement Day, sounding trumpets and encircled by the blessed rising to Heaven and the damned descending to Hell. The picture is one of two which were commissioned from Blake by Elizabeth Ilive, the estranged wife of Petworth’s third Earl of Egremont.

The third Earl was one of the magistrates at Blake’s first hearing in 1803, held in the building which is now Petworth’s Leconfield Hall, when the artist was charged with assault and sedition for throwing a drunken soldier out of his garden at Felpham. Some of the key documentation associated with his arrest and trial is included in the exhibition.

For the first time, examples of all the books which Blake illustrated for his Sussex patron William Hayley are exhibited together, along with major paintings made to decorate Hayley’s library. Also included is the most famous portrait of Blake, done by Thomas Phillips, which is now in the collection of the National Portrait Gallery.

Blake’s mysterious The Sea of Time and Space, a late watercolour of a coastal scene, is featured among a group of works which seem to reflect the artist’s earlier Sussex experiences. Discovered at the National Trust’s Arlington Court above a wardrobe in the housemaid’s pantry when January 2018

the house was donated in 1947, little is known of how – or why – it came to be there.

It is unlikely that this incredible body of material will ever be reassembled again, making William Blake in Sussex an exhibition not only of local interest but also of national significance.

In addition to this, a parallel exhibition in Petworth House showcases the drawings made by the author Philip Pullman, President of the Blake Society, for his internationally acclaimed His Dark Materials trilogy, alongside a display devoted to the fascinating figure of Elizabeth Ilive, who directly commissioned two of Petworth’s paintings from Blake.

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Watch their weight!

Obesity rates are increasing for our pet dogs, says Zoe Blake SO IT’S that time of year when we all make those New Year’s resolutions. Lose some weight, eat better and try and have a healthier lifestyle... sound familiar? But what about our dogs. Is it time for them to have a new lease of life?

Sadly current scientific literature states that 40% of dogs are overweight, so with an estimated 9.3 million dogs living in the UK that’s approximately 3.7 million dogs that are potentially suffering with health and welfare issues.

Obesity is the most concerning disease of our modern time and causes a range of illnesses and seriously affects quality of life. Every day on the news, in the magazines and on social media there will be something highlighting this. We can speak up and seek help and advice but what about our dogs? We need to be responsible for them and act accordingly.

Like with us, if they eat too much and don’t do enough exercise they will naturally put on weight. As the weight starts to escalate so does the strain on the heart/joints and other body organs.

So what can we do to help our canine friends? Firstly we need to actually assess whether they are overweight and then evaluate their feeding and lifestyle. The dog world is full of so many different breeds and crosses and so relying on ideal breed weights is not really the best approach. Yes it’s good to have an ideal weight target however the modern approach is to body condition score. Anyone can do this, you basically match your dog’s shape and description to the chart and then it gets a score.

So you have been told your dog needs to lose a few kgs, what now? I would firstly go home and sit down and actually write down what your dog is fed on a daily basis ensuring you ask every member of the household, include in this how much exercise they have. Then have a realistic look and see how this could be improved.

• Start to measure their daily food rations and divide into small frequent meals (3-5 is ideal), following the manufacturers guidelines on feeding quantity • Cut out any human leftovers that may sneak into the bowl • Reduce the treats you give...these easily accumulate • Increase the exercise, add in an extra walk if you can. Shorter frequent walks are more effective than one long marathon.

Try these for a month, reassess, if the weight is not starting to reduce then seek further help. Most veterinary practices should have a nurse who has been trained in weight management. Alternatively please feel free to get in touch with me.

If you feel like you would like to do this for yourself please visit www.royalcaninhealthyweight.co.uk/pet-obesity.

Your veterinary surgeon/nurse should be using BCS along with their bodyweights to advise whether they think some weight loss may be beneficial. If you haven’t ever heard of this then please ask next time you visit your surgery.

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10 reason to LOVE WALKING Could you find time for a brisk 30 min walk daily? The benefits can be truly inspirational, says Linda Routledge IN GENERAL terms we all know that walking can be a great form of exercise, and the majority of us may well concede that we don’t walk nearly enough. Whilst sitting here writing this article I am feeling somewhat guilty that I haven’t managed a brisk walk today (must get out for lunch!).

The majority of us walk simply to get from A to B. Walking has become the casualty of our modern lifestyle, being replaced by cars in the fast paced world. Unfortunately as we walk less, so the rate of chronic diseases increases dramatically. In this modern era of energy saving devices it takes a little bit more effort and organisation to find the time for a brisk walk, however if we do the benefits can be truly spectacular.

MOOD Stress and depression in the workplace are increasing at an alarming rate, accounting for 35% of all work related ill health cases, and the use of antidepressants has risen dramatically in recent years. You know that feeling when you have had a tough day at work and it takes a glass of wine or a little chocolate to wind down. Walking is a much healthier alternative with the same benefits. Research has shown that regular brisk walks can have a dramatic

Walking opens up the free flow of ideas, it is a simple and robust solution to the goal of increasing creativity.

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effect on our mood, actually modifying our nervous system such that we experience less stress, depression and even anger.

What’s more, when walking outside there is much more exposure to natural sunlight (severely lacking in our modern officebased life) that can counter the effect of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Walking with another person or a social group can also help to promote the feeling of being connected with others, boosting mood.

CREATIVITY & PROBLEM SOLVING Some days you just cannot get your brain in gear, problems seem insurmountable and solutions much harder to find. On these days what we really need is a brisk walk. Research has shown that people come up with more creative ideas while walking than sitting. And even better, the effects carry on for a while, meaning you think more creatively when you return to your desk as well. Getting away from your desk and boosting blood flow to the brain with a moderately active walk can be really beneficial but do not do too much, as high intensity walking can be detrimental to the thinking process.

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10 REASONS TO LOVE WALKING

Hatchlands Park. National Trust

pound the streets alone or get to the gym. Although many of us wouldn’t immediately consider walking as a weight loss exercise, it does in fact improve the body’s response to insulin, which can help to reduce body fat. Also, did you know that walking burns the same calories as running; it just takes longer to cover the same distance? So a brisk 30 minute walk every day (about 2 miles) burns exactly the same calories as running 10km twice a week. And walking tones the areas of the body that we often want to focus on, like legs, bums and tums. Walking is also one of the most cost effective low-impact exercises to increase metabolism and start weight loss.

SLEEP & ENERGY How often do you find your day is spent yearning for your bed, only to toss and turn all night, waking up feeling groggy and drained? Modern life can be so fast paced and draining that turning off at night just becomes a battle. Unfortunately this becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy as we are so groggy during the day that we cannot function effectively and worries follow us to bed. You might be surprised to learn that a regular brisk walk can boost daytime energy levels which in turn can help you sleep deeper and longer at night.

However be cautious about timing your walk, brisk exercise can boost energy levels so much that it becomes difficult to fall asleep. Better to schedule the walk for earlier in the day (lunchtime is ideal) to boost afternoon energy levels and help with falling asleep later.

BONE HEALTH So much of our day is now spent sitting down that there is very little stimulus for our bodies to build strong healthy bones, increasing our risk of developing osteoporosis (decreased bone density). Our bones are not fixed structures but in fact undergo constant remodelling to suit our needs. Our sedentary lifestyle is resulting in a chronic reduction in bone density amongst the general population, the overall result being more fractures. Walking, however, can reduce the risk of hip fracture by 30%. Walking adds

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more load to the bones, stimulating the production of more bone cells. But studies have gone even further and found that if you increase your pace (have a brisk walk rather than stroll), change direction regularly during your walk, or include a steep hill you can give even more protection against osteoporosis and fractures.

HEART DISEASE As one of the biggest modern-day killers, there is a huge amount of research supporting the prevention of chronic heart disease. Studies have now proven time and time again that simply walking every day can dramatically reduce your risk of developing chronic heart disease. A daily brisk walk results in a reduction in blood pressure, reduces cholesterol levels and can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease or stroke.

In fact, a study investigating high risk adults found that an extra 2,000 steps a day beyond their normal was associated with an 8% reduced risk of having a cardiovascular event.

CANCER & DIABETES You may be surprised to read that walking can alleviate chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes but the effects are now well documented. A brisk walk can help manage and even prevent Type II Diabetes.

The body’s response to insulin is improved, and even a small reduction in weight can delay or prevent onset of this disease.

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Local Walking Groups If you would rather walk with a group, here are some suggestions.

Walking for Health Walking for Health is England’s largest network of health walks with over 400 active schemes, helping people across the country lead a more active lifestyle.

For more information on all their walks, please visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk or check out our Jottings.

The River Wey by St Catherine's Lock. National Trust

lack a physical activity, and even a small amount of activity improves natural antioxidants and lymphatic filtering, both of which eradicate pre-cancerous cells before they can take hold.

DIGESTION Exercise in general is critically important for our digestion.

Whilst we breathe, our diaphragm presses down on the digestive tract, massaging it and helping the digestive process. Unfortunately when we sit for long periods of time, our intestines are actually squashed and the diaphragm cannot descend fully so cannot help digestion. Not only does walking help healthy digestion, it can have impressive results for those with bowel conditions. Studies have shown that regular exercising including walking saw a dramatic improvement in abdominal pain and other symptoms for those with IBS. PREVENT DEMENTIA Currently around 1 in 14 of us will develop dementia over 65 and that number decreases to 1 in 6 over the age of 80.

Worldwide one new case of dementia is diagnosed every four seconds, making cognitive decline the most pressing issue of the 21st century. Crucially there is now a wealth of evidence to show that walking regularly can improve the health of our grey matter and even bring back some grey matter that has been lost!

ANTI-AGING We all want to look and feel younger but walking can actually achieve this. A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology congress provided evidence that regular aerobic exercise triggers an anti-aging process that helps to repair old DNA, suggesting that it may delay the aging process.

Walking is one of the simplest and easiest ways to get active, and is eminently suitable for so many people for so many reasons. Take your first step today!

FIND OUT MORE Linda Routledge is a Registered Osteopath and Director at Outline Health, Farnham Tel: 01252 850814 www.outlinehealth.com

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CRAFT

INSPIRATION Reusable bags these days are more and more becoming a trending alternative to single-use plastic bags.

This month Giulia Mauri shows you how to decorate an ordinary blank canvas bag to make it into something special to be carried around the high street with pride.

It's an ideal project to be done with children from the age of 3 onwards that will literally help you reduce your carbon footprint!

DIFFICULTY:  (easy)

FUN: 

Gather all of the materials. Blank canvas bags can be purchased online for as little at 60p each. There are so many different sizes and models; with short or long handles and canvas thickness varies as well. If you are handy with a sewing machine you could indeed sew your own too.

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As for the fabric paint, it’s available in so many different colours, but to minimise the cost of this project, you could just buy primary (red, blue and yellow) and create secondary colours (purple, orange, green) by mixing them together. You’ll also need a medium size paintbrush, a couple of dishes to mix the colours in.

(lots!)

COST:  (£3-£10)

When the hand/foot has completely been painted you are ready for the printing!

Position the hand just above the canvas and then gently rest it on the fabric of the bag and press it against it. (Tip: You want to make sure that even the paint in the concave part of the hand is touching the canvas as well otherwise you’ll end up with a gap).

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Wash or wipe the hand or foot before painting the other one. To fix the print permanently on your bag, turn it inside out once dry and iron it using a high heat setting.

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Prepare the area you are going to be working in. Newspapers or an oilcloth would be ideal.

If you are choosing to decorate with your children’s footprints you definitely want to carry out this project in the bathroom to avoid rainbow prints all over your lovely house.

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Begin by painting rainbow stripes on your child’s hand or foot. This process needs to be done fairly quickly to avoid the colour drying out. For an educational twist ask your child to pick the orders of which they would like the colours to be on the print beforehand. If they are a little bit older you could get them to stir the colours in the pot as well.

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Giulia Mauri is a local artist, illustrator and early years and prep school teacher. She runs art workshops and is the author of the upcoming book: “Miss Giulia is in the house! - Art and Craft Projects for Children of all Ages”.

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Happy New Houseplant • GARDENING

With Beth Otway Simply remove a fully developed leaf, and pot it up carefully in gritty, well-drained compost, ensuring that the base of the leaf is touching the compost. Cover with a clear plastic bag if you wish, but it's not essential.

NOW THAT the Christmas decorations have been taken down, if you find yourself wondering how to add a renewed freshness to your home, if you dream of an energising, yet relaxing sanctuary, then you might wish to consider growing some new houseplants and bringing some living greenery to your home.

It's best to work with the conditions that your home can provide. I find I can more accurately determine the brightness of a room if I am not trying to match it to a coveted plant that I am trying desperately to place. Don't worry, I can assure you that there are fabulous houseplants for any situation. I must also tell you that I recommend collecting rainwater to water all indoor plants - it can be awkward I know but worth it!

If your home offers somewhat shadier conditions, don't despair, there are plenty of beautiful and stylish houseplant companions that will love and enhance your room. Spathiphyllum wallisii, known as the peace lily, is such a darling of a houseplant. It’s easy going and great to be around, complementing any style of decor. Thriving in partially shaded, to shaded conditions, peace lilies have a fresh look and feel; they also purify the air, removing toxins. The more plants you install in a room, the greater the purifying effect and the sumptuous decadent feel.

If your room is really rather shaded, opt for a houseplant that will favour these conditions. Zamioculcas zamiifolia, the ZZ plant, is quite amazing, it thrives in partially shaded to deeply shaded conditions and can be grown in rooms with only artificial light. Its green, shiny leaves add a charming presence and life to any dimly lit room. If your interest in houseplants tends to wane during the summer months, then you'll be glad to know that the ZZ plant is remarkably tolerant of neglect. All of these plants will all be happy in temperatures Left: African violet. Above: ZZ plant. from 15C-25C. Below from left: Aloe Vera (Beth Otway) and a peace lily.

If your home is bright and full of natural light, a fabulous Aloe vera plant might tempt you. This beautiful, architectural succulent will provide you with fleshy leaves, which you can remove as and when their inner gel, with its cooling and soothing properties, is required to treat sunburn and other minor injuries.

Saintpaulia, or African violets, are often perpetual bloomers on windowsills; they even grow well above radiators. Place your African violet container on a saucer, and top the saucer up with water when the surface of the plant's compost begins to dry out.

Deadhead regularly for optimum flowering.

Take leaf cuttings to create new plants.

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Mindfulness – the pleasure of immersing yourself in the present – not just a well-being buzzword, but a movement that’s really gaining momentum and is set to influence how we design and enjoy our gardens. Think about elements to stimulate the senses: fragrant and therapeutic plants such as lavender; a relaxing water-feature; calming blue and energizing yellow colour accents. Add a hammock or swing-seat for the perfect finishing touch.

Grow Your Own – a trend that continues to grow! Spending a little time can save quite a bit of money. If you’re a serious grower and have the space, a greenhouse is an excellent investment. Or if space won’t allow, concentrate your efforts on produce such as squashes, beans and pumpkins – all suited to vertical growing. Salad leaves, herbs and tomatoes all grow well in boxes on balconies or patios and taste even more delicious when they are home-grown!

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Vegetarian MARIA ELIA knew

Alongside The Modern Vegetarian, Maria

she wanted to be a

is the author of Gourmand award winning

chef at the age of four,

title Full of Flavour. Her third book, Smashing

inspired by her father’s

Plates draws on her Anglo Greek heritage and

the cuisine a bold contemporary twist.

Cypriot restaurant.

Recipes

by Mariagives Elia After rigorous apprenticeships at

Smashing Plates was shortlisted for the Guild of Food Writers Cookery Book of the Year, it

Lemongrass and Sweetcorn Soup

some of London’s leading restaurants, she

was a Food52 Piglet Awards semi finalist and

began her progression through the culinary

also received a special commendation award at

the André Simons.

Fresh, seasonal corn is best for this, but you can always use frozen or tinned if none is available. Cauliflower and lemongrass is also Maria has appeared on Saturday Kitchen including El Bulli and Arzak. She then held her a wonderful combination – simply cut a small cauliflower into florets and follow the recipe as below. Then try roasting some thinly and Sunday Brunch, and has contributed to first head chef position at Delfina for nearly a sliced florets in a hot oven and adding to the remaining relish ingredients. various publications such as the Guardian, BBC decade, before setting up The Whitechapel world working within various kitchens,

Ingredients:

Gallery Dining Room, a role that garnered her rave reviews, two AA rosettes and a Michelin

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Good Food, Food and Travel and Olive.

Now based in London where she writes,

recommendation. was then headbutter, hunted and teaches, Maria has established 3 cornShecobs, 50g 1chefs small white onion, finely

chopped, 3cm fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped, 1 red chilli, milk, 5 sticks lemongrass, finely chopped, salt and pepper, 4

to open ‘Jimmy’s restaurant at thefinely Landing’ in herself as 25g a consultant in demand, deseeded and chopped, plain flour,working 1.5 for litres California,tablespoons where she created acrème unique fresh restaurant start-ups fraîche.

Serves 4. worldwide. and eclectic Greek Californian cuisine.

1. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the corn kernels from the cob. Set cobs and kernels aside.

2. Gently heat the butter. Add the onion, ginger and chilli and sauté until softened but not browned (about 5 minutes).

3. Add the flour, stir and cook for 1 minute.

Add the milk, lemongrass, corn and the cobs and stir, bringing to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

4. Discard the corn cobs and blend the soup in a food-processor until smooth, then pass through a sieve and season. Serve with a swirl of crème fraîche and Sweetcorn Relish.

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Miso broth with rice noodles I make this dish at least once a week for dinner – it’s a very satisfying meal and also makes you feel really cleansed! It’s so quick and easy, too; you can even make it in the advert breaks, if you are having a TV dinner. Mix it up with your favourite veggies; courgettes, sugar snaps, peas, all work, or try adding some tofu. My guilty pleasure is a splash of Thai sweet chilli sauce.

Ingredients:

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250g rice noodles, 3cm fresh ginger, peeled and finely sliced, 4 tablespoons yellow, red or white miso, 4 spears asparagus, sliced into 3cm pieces, 4 baby corn, halved, 1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced, 100g brown cap mushrooms, thinly sliced, 150g broccoli florets, 4 tablespoons chopped coriander, 50g beansprouts, 2 spring onions, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoons soy sauce. Serves 4.

1. Cook the rice noodles according to the packet instructions.

2. Put 1 litre of water and the ginger in a large saucepan and bring to the boil.

Reduce the heat and stir in the miso.

Add the asparagus, baby corn, carrot, mushrooms and broccoli and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the coriander, beansprouts, spring onions and soy sauce. Cook for another minute.

3. Divde the noodles between 4 bowls and top with the vegetables and broth. Serve immediately.

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The Modern Vegetarian FOOD & DRINK •

Butternut Squash Tagine Here is my version of the amazing tagines I’ve had in Morocco. You can, of course, use any other variety of squash available or substitute carrots, turnips or courgettes. (The cooking times will vary slightly for each.)

Ingredients: 1 medium-sized butternut squash, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped pinch of salt, pinch of saffron threads, 3 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons coriander seeds, crushed, 2 x 400g tins tomatoes, crushed by hand, 2 red chillies, split lengthways, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon honey, 500ml water, sea salt and black pepper, half a small bunch of coriander, finely chopped, 50g roasted flaked almonds, to garnish. Serves 4.

1. Peel the butternut squash with a potato peeler.

Cut in half widthways, then again lengthways, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, then cut into approximately 2cm chunks. Reserve the peel and trim for stock.

2. Heat the olive oil in a pan, sauté the onion until softened, add the garlic and all the dry spices and cook ‘out’ for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the tomatoes, chillies, cinnamon stick, honey and water

and bring to the boil.

3. Add the butternut squash, season with sea salt and black pepper and simmer for 30 minutes until the mixture has thickened and the squash is tender, adding more water if necessary. Stir in the coriander and adjust the seasoning.

4. Sprinkle with almonds and serve with Buttered Chilli and Date Couscous (see below). And beware of the chillies!

Buttered Chilli Couscous In Morocco, couscous is traditionally lovingly prepared in a couscoussière; it is an art form – a prolonged process of steaming and dredging. The result, however, is sublime! Here is my simple, quick version using instant couscous.

Ingredients: 350g instant couscous, 50g butter, diced, finely grated zest of 1 lemon, 1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped pinch of salt, 350ml boiling water, 75g dates, pitted, finely sliced, half a small bunch of coriander, finely chopped.

Serves 4.

1. Place the couscous, butter, lemon zest and chilli in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pour over boiling water.

2. Cover with clingfilm and leave for 2–3 minutes to

steam. Remove the clingfilm and fluff with a fork to loosen the couscous grains.

3. Stir in the dates and coriander. Serve with the Butternut Squash Tagine as above.

Recipes taken from The Modern Vegetarian by Maria Elia. Published by Kyle Books. Photography by Jonathan Gregson. Readers can buy a copy for the special price of £13 (incl. free P+P, UK mainland only) by calling 01903 828503 and quoting ref. KB MENPSR. January 2018

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With Andy Goundry

VOLVO INTEND to make their cars among the safest on the road and have pledged that by 2020 nobody will be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo.

This quest has been so successful that safety experts Euro NCAP have just assessed the recently launched Volvo XC60 SUV as the safest car yet tested. Impressively, their rating was based on the car’s standard specification, unlike many manufacturers who rely on expensive option packs to boost safety.

So, are the XC60’s safety features helpful or intrusive? We set out to find out.

Volvo are now firmly established as a premium brand and the XC60 is beautifully finished inside and out. In true Scandinavian style, the cabin design is clean and minimalist with few physical switches, most functions being controlled through the portrait-format central touch-screen.

A second screen replaces the traditional dials and incorporates a camera-based traffic sign display. As well as this visual speed limit display, an audible warning alerts the driver to exceeding the prevailing speed limit.

Some lane departure systems give only an audible warning that the car is about to stray into another lane, unlike Volvo’s system which vibrates the steering wheel gently and nudges the car back into the lane if necessary. It also continually monitors for objects in the car's path and helps the driver to avoid them.

Oncoming Lane Mitigation is also standard and is intended to prevent head-on collisions. If you move out of your lane

into the path of an oncoming car, the system will warn you of the potential danger, automatically providing steering assistance to guide you safely back into your lane.

Blind spot warning systems are not uncommon, again Volvo's system goes much further than the usual warning light in the door mirror, and automatically applies the steering to bring the car back into the lane.

Thankfully, none of the advanced safety systems needed to be put to the test in our time with the XC60. However, they reassure by their very presence.

We did, however, try Pilot Assist, Volvo’s semi-autonomous driving option. This controls accelerator, brakes and steering to keep the car in the centre of its lane at a safe distance from the vehicle in front, and is intended to ease motorway driving.

Activation of the system is made very clear by a prominent symbol illuminating on the driver's display screen. Once in operation, the system can be disengaged by a simple touch on the brake pedal and re-engaged by one steering wheel button press. Overall, Pilot Assist works extremely effectively and certainly makes motorway driving easier.

So a big thumbs-up for the XC60 as a whole: not only very safe, also superb quality, spacious, quiet and refined, easy to drive, smooth and comfortable. Try one soon!

FIND OUT MORE A fuller review of the Volvo XC60 can be found on the writer's website www.autonews.uk.com. © Andy Goundry 18 November 2017

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Competition INTO THE WILD and under using creative media, including art and sculpture, to create a mini-exhibition reflecting the year’s theme. In 2018 it will be ‘Into the Wild’.

AS ONE might expect from a charity founded by a wildlife artist the Surrey-based wildlife conservation charity, the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) has a rich art heritage.

It is art that forms the heart of the foundation’s fundraising and engagement programmes which includes two great annual art competitions.

“Each year we run our Global Canvas Art Competition which seeks imaginative group entries from children aged 16 years

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We encourage an emphasis on wildlife but all the Earth’s wonderful flora and fauna is there to be represented in as creative a way as possible", says education manager Jo Elphick

and there are some great cash prizes for the winners too.

If you, your children, your school, your class, your art or youth group would like to get involved you can find more information on the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation website at: www.davidshepherd.org or call the team on 01483 272323.

“Come ‘Into the Wild’ with us in 2018 and you might be lucky enough to have your entry shortlisted for the Natural History Museum event next March!”

Entry for the Schools Competition is open until February 1st. The exhibition and prize giving will be hosted by the Natural History Museum in London on March 15th 2018.

Entries are accepted from around the world but the majority come from UK schools who display an incredible passion and knowledge for conservation. To encourage even more schools to join in the 2018 competition is free to enter

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Peaslake to Shamley Green DEVIL'S PUNCH BOWL: HIGH ROAD AND PINE VALLEY This walk takes you through woods and fields with several ups and downs, to a lunch stop in Shamley Green. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk). Visitors to these walks are welcome.

• THE WALK 1. Go out of the right-hand side at the back of the car park, up a slope and fork right to reach a road. Cross, jinking left to pick up a track, right, running away from the road and into trees. Walk through trees for just over ½ mile to reach another road. Along the way ignore a path right and pass Bentley Copse holiday site. At the road, go straight across into the side road opposite and immediately fork left onto a path labelled 'Shere Manor Estate Welcomes You To Hurtwood'.

2. Ignore unsigned paths right and left and continue steadily down to reach a gate and beyond it a crosspaths. Continue forward and quickly reach a road.

Go straight across to continue along the very wide track. At a yellow and blue arrow post, follow the yellow arrow right and up the very steep valley side.

At the top, emerge at a T-junction with a very wide track with a timber yard to your right. Continue forward along the wide track.

3. Soon take a path forking right which dips down and then back up to rejoin the track. Continue forward. Go straight across a big cross tracks and again continue forward. Look for a footpath forking right and down into the next valley. At the bottom the path swings left and reaches a multiway junction at the end of the valley. Continue forward (left) into trees and keep going until reaching a road opposite the end of Jelley’s Hollow. Cross, jinking right, to turn left and follow the Greensand Way (GS) up into trees. This takes you away from the road and then swings right (west) roughly parallel to it.

4. Follow the GS arrows for about ½ mile, along the way passing through the back of Hurtwood car park number 12, to reach Hurtwood car park number 6.

Don’t be tempted by the branches left that would take you off down a steep valley side. The GS takes

you across the back of the car park then down to a road. Cross, jinking left, to turn right and continue forward. Pass a gate and then fork left at a 2-way signpost. Gradually descend. Go over a crossing track and continue to another cross-tracks. The signpost here points only left but should also point forward. Go forward, straight across. You are still on the GS. 5. Soon, reach a gate and, immediately before it, the GS takes you down to the left. Drop down a field towards a house and a lake. The path swings right and runs along the edge of the property and into trees. It reaches a T-junction where you turn right and then emerge on a drive. Continue forward (i.e. left) and quickly reach a road. Turn right, walk 100 yards and then take a footpath left, next to Stroud Farm. This is still the GS. Follow it until it passes a large house and reaches a T-junction with a lane.

Turn left. Walk about 200 yards and then fork left, continuing forward to reach Shamley Green near the Red Lion and the green. For refreshments, you have the options of the Red Lion and the Bricklayers.

6. After lunch, walk towards the Bricklayers and the back of the green and take a narrow path, left, between Mellow House and the high Leylandii hedge of Summer Meadow. Follow this until it emerges on the tarmac lane that you traversed earlier. Continue forward to the far end of the lane and its T junction with a road. Cross, jinking left and taking a path climbing up to the right. Pass some steps and a gate on the right-hand side. Reach a cross-paths and continue on up the slope to reach a T-junction facing some barns. Turn right and take the track running along between fences. Soon look across to your left to see St Martha’s on the hill across a valley.

DISTANCE: 8.5 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 145 Guildford & Farnham and also Explorer and 134 Crawley & Horsham STARTING POINT: The Walking Bottom car park, about 250 yards along the road running West between the Hurtwood Hotel/Inn (GU5 9RR) and the church in Peaslake.

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7. Follow the track for under ½ mile to reach a right turn through two gates to a road. Go straight across onto the wide vehicle track opposite, signed to Kilnhanger. Follow this track for about a mile passing Kilnhanger and also Mayor House Farm, ignoring lefts and rights and eventually reaching a road. Turn left and walk about 200 yards to a junction where the road turns sharp left. Here, at the start of Row Lane, turn right on a footpath between hedges and down a slope. At the crosspaths at the bottom go straight ahead and up a hill, Dick’s Hill, to cross a tarmac track and continue on down the other side. The path becomes very steep as you descend carefully to a deeply sunken path at the bottom.

8. Cross straight over the path, up over a bank.

There is a gate immediately ahead but you turn left and walk across to the hedge to follow a path right and up a slope. Quickly reach a stile, left, and cross into a sloping meadow. Continue along the top edge of the meadow and, after 100 yards, go right and over a stile into a vineyard. Walk along the edge and, at the other side, go over a stile and turn right. Follow the path down to climb over a stile by a large wooden gate and into woodland.

Immediately reach a T-junction with a track and turn right. Quickly reach a fork with yellow and blue arrows. Choose the left fork and walk with a wire fence on your right-hand side. Soon you are walking beside a large grassy meadow with good views of the North Downs.

9. At a large wooden gate, ignore a footpath on the left and keep straight on. The path continues past Knowle Farm and its house, over to your right.

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10. After a small metal gate, the path runs beside a field. Another small metal gate is followed by another field, after which you emerge in a lane. Turn right to walk along the lane and for some 250 yards until you see a path forking off left. This cuts off a corner and takes you down to the starting car park.

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A very happy New Year to one and all. Do hope that you all had a good Christmas and that there wasn’t too much over indulgence! If you are looking to start the year with a fitness regime, there are a number of activities mentioned in Jottings, from Circle Dancing to organised walks and keep fit classes. As for ourselves, we will continue with the Pilates classes.

Winter Walk at RHS Garden Wisley To Saturday 31st March Wrap up warm and enjoy the colours of winter at Wisley.

Pick up a trail leaflet at the garden entrance and follow the trail around the Winter Walk with its winter interest plants; colourful stems reflected in the lake, sweet smelling winter flowers, frost covered leaves and many different barks showing off their rich textures and colours. Beyond the Winter Walk trail, slip into the Pinetum with its gentle giant evergreens; or wander along the grass paths through the Arboretum where skeleton trees are silhouetted against the sky. Drop in for a warming drink at one of the cafés, or stay for lunch. The walk is free with normal garden admission.

Grayshott Tea Party Tuesday 2nd January 2pm They are getting back into the swing of things very early in the New Year. Their first get together is in the Village Hall with a talk entitled ’History of our Village’ from Richard Peskett of Grayshott Heritage. If you miss that, then the Tea Party on Tuesday 6th February is a light-hearted look at life entitled ‘Why Me?’ with Gwen Appleton. New members are welcome – annual subscriptions are £15 due in January, with a delicious afternoon tea at under £1 (optional). They meet on the first Tuesday of every month in Grayshott Village Hall and organise outings and periodic lunches. If you would like to give them a try, the first time as a guest is free! For more details, telephone Margaret Taylor on 01428 604396.

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Friday 5th January there will be a new course entitled An Introduction to Archaeology led by Michael Pengelly. These two courses will run for ten weeks in the Millennium Hall Liphook from 10am-noon, each course fee £86. On Saturday 10th March, a study day will be held on Russian Music in the 20th Century and will be led by Jeremy Neville at Liphook Village Hall. It runs from 10am – 4pm and the fee is £27.50 including a light lunch and refreshments. To find out more, or to enrol, contact Sheila Martin on 01428 641907.

Grayshott Community Choir Thursday 4th January 7.30pm-9pm They meet at Grayshott Cricket Pavilion on Thursdays and at the start of a new year they invite you to try something new! They are holding a ‘Taster’ evening so why not pop along and sing with a very friendly and welcoming group of people. The new term starts on Thursday 11th January. For further information, call Isobel on 01428 607973.

Guildford Folk Dancers Thursday 4th January 8pm-10.15pm Make an enjoyable New Year's resolution and keep healthy by trying English folk dancing with the Guildford Folk Dancers. The club meets weekly on Thursdays starting 4th January 8pm to 10.15pm at All Saints Church Hall, Onslow Village, Guildford, GU2 7QJ. They also hold dances on Saturdays and Sundays at Normandy Village Hall and welcome new and experienced dancers either with a partner or alone. For further details visit www.guildfordfolkdancers. org.uk or call 01428 683423.

The Arts Society Grayshott Thursday 4th January 2pm The society begins its 2018 Programme in Grayshott Village Hall. In her lecture on ‘Gustav Klimt’, Ann Clements will explore how his style evolved and how his work was influenced by his visits to Venice and Ravenna. Then, on 1st February, in ‘Who was Tutankhamun?’ Anthony Russell will discuss what we have discovered about this boy and look at illustrations of many of the fabulous finds. For more information about these events and the society, contact Caroline on 01428 714276 or visit the website www. theartssocietygrayshott.org.

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • Haslemere Museum Early Years and Museum Explorers Fridays 5th and 19th January Haslemere Museum’s lively programme of family friendly events for 2018 gets underway this month entertaining children of all ages. Their Early Years sessions for under 5s with their parents and carers allow children to listen to a story and enjoy a hands-on craft activity. Museum Explorers takes place on Saturday 6th January and is a group for 5-11 year olds where parents do not need to stay and children can enjoy a variety of subjects and activities. Don’t miss the Big Garden Bird Watch family drop in event on Saturday 27th January – this is a great opportunity for both children and adults to have fun together making bird cakes, doing craft activities and discovering the birds in the museum grounds and galleries.

Polesden Lacey’s New Exhibition Friday 5th January to Thursday 3rd May Adventures in Asia - a socialite abroad. In this new exhibition, the National Trust is throwing the spotlight on 25 years of the vivid Asian pieces in Polesden Lacey's collection, from books to ceramics and furniture. When Margaret Greville died in 1942, she left not only Polesden Lacey to the nation, but also her remarkable antiques, which form one of Surrey's most treasured collections.

Near Dorking. RH5 6BD. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey or call 01372 452048.

Haslemere Museum Exhibition Saturday 6th to Wednesday 31st January They are putting on a wonderful exhibition showcasing the museum’s collection of works by the eminent Victorian artist, George Gordon Byron Cooper. The poetry of Alfred, Lord Tennyson, inspired Byron Cooper to depict the dramatic landscapes and vivid emotions evoked in his prose. Also running at the same time is Historic Haslemere, an exhibition which reveals the fascinating history of Haslemere told through beautifully illustrated story boards where visitors will be taken on a journey about the history of the town. Some interesting and rare exhibits will also be on display as well as five paintings depicting the 1786 murder of an unknown sailor at Hindhead. Do pop in and have a look. To find out more about the full programme of events and exhibitions at Haslemere Museum, visit www.haslemeremuseum.co.uk.

Helping Disadvantaged Children Action for Children helps disadvantaged children across the UK. As a local support group they raise vital funds and have fun at the same time. They have run coffee mornings, garden parties, walks and teas. They are always looking for new fundraising ideas and for more volunteers to help organise them. Contact jofreeborough@hotmail.com if you would like to join them with fundraising for this worthwhile charity.

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Beginner’s sessions Sundays from 5pm (juniors) and more experienced skaters from 6.30pm. Held at Farnham Sports Centre, Dogflud Way GU9 7UD. Contact Adam on 07979 505878 or visit www.farnhamrollerhockey.co.uk for details.

Godalming and Haslemere Ramblers Joining this merry band of walkers can definitely help you with your New Year's health resolutions! You'll lose some festive flab and feel fitter, while enjoying the countryside, fresh air, exercise and companionship. The 21 walks in January are led by experienced leaders and range from 5 to 10 miles. Further details at www.gandhramblers.org.uk or search for them on Facebook.

Fun Charity Quiz At The Mill Sunday 7th January 6pm The popular Mill Pub & Restaurant in Shottermill, Haslemere, will be holding a Charity Quiz Night every Sunday, just the job for these cold, dark winter nights! Teams are up to six adults and the tickets are £2pp with 50% of the kitty supporting The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice over the next six months, which will be presented in one large sum next summer. The winning team will choose from four fabulous prize envelopes – but only one contains the other half of the kitty! If the winning team don’t select the Prize Kitty 32 VANTAGEPOINT

envelope, the cash gets rolled over to the following week.

The Mill’s delicious pizza menu will also be available to help you chew things over! To book your table, call 01428 643183.

Haslemere U3A Monday 8th January 2pm The next meeting at Haslemere Hall, Bridge Road, Haslemere has Chris O’Donoghue talking about ‘Behind the scenes at The Chelsea Flower Show’, drawing on his experience of designing and building medal-winning gardens there.

Admission and tea/coffee £2. Non-members welcome.

Membership enquiries to Clare Fripp on 01428 643561 or email clare@thefripps.com. Meetings enquiries to Don Stacey on 01428 644423 or email donstacey32@gmail. com. More information on exciting activities for retirees at www.haslemere-u3a.org.uk.

Beginners French Course From Monday 8th January 7pm–8pm A new French course for beginners is starting at the Fernhurst Centre from 8th January. The lessons are informal and cover a variety of topics. For more details, contact Veronique on vcatter234@gmail.com or call 01428 658599.

Soroptimist International Surrey Hills Monday 8th January and Friday 19th January Soroptimists are women working together to transform the

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • lives of women and girls throughout the world. As a woman, do you want to make a difference to your life and to others in 2018? Are you interested in global projects and your local community? SI Surrey Hills meet in Godalming twice a month. They would love to hear from anyone interested in finding out more about them and their work. Have a look at their website www.sigbi.org/surrey-hills or contact them at sisecretarysurreyhills@gmail.com for further details.

Midhurst Garden Club No meeting for the club in January but details of their February talk on Orchids will be in the next edition. For more information about the club, contact Denise Skinner on 01730 Events 814194 or email askinner3@sky.com or check their website www.midhurstgardenclub.co.uk.

Midhurst Camera Club Wednesday 10th January While it is possible to strike lucky and get a perfect shot first time and with little effort most successful portraiture is the result of hard work and not a little practice. For those who want to learn to produce perfect portraits every time, the club is running a one off workshop. Rob Sadler will be explaining how to get the right use of lighting and equipment for studio shots to the best way to use your camera to effect at a social event. The two hour session, to be held in Cowdray Hall Easebourne from 7.30pm, is open to non club members at a charge of £5 on the door. The session is aimed at all skill levels. Further details on the club’s website www.midhurstcameraclub.co.uk.

Grayshott Concerts Wednesday 10th January 7.30pm Nicola Benedetti is one of the most sought-after violinists of her generation and is, arguably, the most famous British violinist since the time of Yehudi Menuhin. So, you can imagine the delight of Grayshott Concerts in announcing that Nicola Benedetti MBE will perform the Brahms Violin Concerto with the famous London Mozart Players at St Luke’s Church, Grayshott. The Programme will include Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and Brahms’ Symphony No.1 in C minor. The performance will be conducted by her longtime associate, Leonard Elschenbroich, who will be known to many as the accomplished and charismatic cellist working in trio with Nicola and pianist, Alexei Grynyuk. This concert is sure to be a sell out so I am not sure as to the availability of tickets but try at www.grayshottconcerts.co.uk.

Voluntary Action South West Surrey Voluntary Action South West Surrey is a local support and development organisation working with the voluntary sector to provide advice, support and information. If you would like to find out more about what volunteer roles are available and how you can get involved, you can contact their volunteer centres on 01483 565456 or 01252 725961 or email guildfordvc@vasws.org.uk.

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Jottings Grayshott Gardeners Wednesday 10th January 8pm At their first meeting of the year in the Village Hall, Julian Reed will be speaking on the subject of ‘Ferns’. He holds the National Collection, and is a member of BPS – British Pteridological Society, so is well qualified to unravel and explain the many beautiful varieties to be found. Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start. Members free, visitors £5.

The new 2018 GG Handbook will be available and annual membership remains at £15. Details on 01428 722000 or visit www.grayshottgardeners.com.

Circle Dancing How about making a New Year’s resolution to try Circle Dancing (or World Dancing). It is relaxing, fun, great exercise and you will make new friends. Men and women of all ages are welcome. Lynn Frances is an experienced teacher of 34 years and has built a reputation here and abroad for creating a wonderful atmosphere in which to relax and have fun. She runs classes at: Pirrie Hall Brook on Thursdays in three tenweek terms, 7.30pm-9.30pm. St Catherine's Hall Guildford on the third Tuesday of the month, 7.30-9.30pm. WI Hall Hartley Wintney on the second Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm-9.30pm. Contact Lynn on 01420 474881.

Waverley Dowsers Society Friday 12th January 7.15pm for 7.30pm They meet at The Unitarian Hall, Meadrow, Godalming GU7 3JB, opposite the Texaco garage on the A3100. Meetings are held every 2nd Friday of the month and the Society is both a fun and a scientific group. They meet to learn and practise dowsing which includes earth energy forces which can adversely and beneficially affect houses, gardens and work places and a lot more besides. Also includes hands on energy for healing. Check their website for more information www.waverleydowsers.co.uk or contact the Chairman Geoff, on 01276 472977.

Computing Help Age UK Surrey is offering a free drop-in service from 10am to 12 noon on weekdays for those over 50s to help with their computing problems, with laptop, tablet, iPad or phone, at the Computer Drop-in Centre located at the Dray Court on Madrid Road, Guildford GU2 7UW. Novices, beginners and experienced users are all welcome to use the service. No appointment required; just drop in. For further information phone 01483 452944 or email computerdropin@ ageuksurrey.org.uk.

Haslemere Natural History Society Saturday 13th January 2.15pm The Natural History of the Canadian Rockies – Away from Road and Rail. The vast wilderness of the Canadian Rockies offers spectacular snow-capped peaks, thundering waterfalls, vast areas of forest, and turquoise glacial rivers and lakes. It lures many millions of visitors each year but their speaker, Lee Morgan, will show the delights that can 34 VANTAGEPOINT

be found when one ventures beyond the roads and rails.

This talk will be at Haslemere Museum, GU27 2LA. Nonmembers are welcome, for £4 at the door.

One Winter’s Night at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Saturday 13th January Hosted by local singer-songwriter Gavin Thomas, all proceeds from this extraordinary evening of live music from local singers and songwriters will go to charity. Featuring Marcus Coyne, Damian Wilson, Ellie Fountain, Byron Johnston, Joshua Selimi, Harry Baker, Rebecca Jayne, Harry Miller and The Imaginary Hat. For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000.

Butterflies in the Glasshouse Saturday 13th January to Sunday 4th March 10am3.45pm This is a favourite event at RHS Garden Wisley. Linger among the lovely lepidoptera as they lift off from luscious leaves in the tropical zone of The Glasshouse. Loose those winter blues with the exotic colours of butterfly wings and blooming plants from faraway lands. Pre-book a viewing slot for busy times to avoid queuing (at weekends and half-term). All details at www.rhs.org.uk/wisley. This event is included in normal garden entry, last entry is 3.30pm. Incidentally, if you pop in to the Food Hall or The Glasshouse Cafe, you will be able to indulge in specially baked butterfly themed cupcakes and biscuits.

Fernhurst Films Saturday 13th January For their first movie of the year on Saturday 13th January, Fernhurst Films are showing one of the Best Films of 2017 – ‘A United Kingdom’. This relates the extraordinary true events that began in 1947 when Seretse Khama, the King of Botswana, met Ruth Williams, a London office worker.

This is the true story of a marriage that shook the world and defeated an empire, and in which David Oyelowo and Rosamund Pike give remarkable performances. Village Hall doors open at 7pm, film starts 7.30pm. Rated: PG-13. For a synopsis of the film, click onto:- www.fernhurst.net/ films/index.htm Phyllis Tuckwell Shops Need Volunteers Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend some spare time? If so, Phyllis Tuckwell could use your help in one of its 19 charity shops, which are located in towns and villages across West Surrey and North East Hampshire. These shops raise vital money to fund the supportive and end of life care which Phyllis Tuckwell offers to local patients and families who are living with a terminal illness such as cancer – but they need your help. To find out more, please contact your local shop or email voluntary.services@pth.org.uk.

The Arts Society Haslemere Tuesday 16th January 1.45pm for 2pm ‘The Seven Wonders of the World’ is the title of the first

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YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD • lecture to be held at Haslemere Hall. Dr Stephen Kershaw B.A. Hons, Ph.D, has had a special interest in the world of the Ancient Greeks and Romans ever since being introduced to Homer’s Iliad by an inspirational teacher at primary school! He studied Classics at Bristol University and now operates principally for Oxford University Department for Continuing Education. Six of the seven wonders of the ancient world were destroyed long ago but this inspirational lecture will look at what they are and why and how were they chosen. Visitors and new members are very welcome at the lectures. For more details, contact HDFAS Membership Secretary Sue Wright on 01428 683578 or email membership@theartsociety.org. Also, see www. theartsocietyhaslemere.org.uk.

Private Lives at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Tuesday 16th to Saturday 20th January Strong passions and stronger personalities set the stage for a classic battle of the sexes in Noël Coward’s sparkling comedy set in 1930. Champagne flows and the sea shimmers in the moonlight as two newly-married couples prepare for the evening ahead! For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000.

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Midhurst Camera Club Wednesday 17th January At the next meeting, Alan Brindle ARPS will be asking whether photography improved in the last 100 years. Alan has been collecting old photographs, mainly from the Victorian era, for the past 30 years and during the evening he will be showing pictures from his unrivalled collection.

The second half of his talk will feature shots from the Russo Japanese war of 1904-1905. There will also be a look at religion and melodrama during the Victorian period and a large number of images taken by Japanese photographers who Alan believes to have been the masters of the art in the 19th century. Non club members are welcome to attend the meeting to be held at 7.15 for 7.30pm in Cowdray Hall, Easebourne for an entry fee of £7 on the club’s website or £8 at the door on the evening.

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Liphook U3A - Building a Model Railway Group Wednesday 17th January 2pm-4pm This will be the first session of the New Year, and will be held in the Committee Room of the Milland Valley Memorial Hall, Iping Road, Milland GU30 7NA. This friendly group formed in April 2017, are looking to expand by 3 or 4 people (currently 5 active members). If you are interested, contact Tony Bettger at model.railways@liphooku3a.org.uk for more information, see www.liphooku3a.org.uk. Remember model railways are not just for Christmas!

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Haslemere & District Scouts • PROFILE supporters, says: “The Scout Association has a purpose and promotes values. Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

“They learn about integrity, respect, care, belief and co-operation, and all the groups promote having fun - fun for young people and fun for their supporters.”

There are very few activities where the young people cannot take part. The county and area has so much to offer to help leaders offer activities that they can lead. And adult training in the main is free. Some training is naturally obligatory, but anyone joining to help and who is interested in a specific activity is welcome to take part in specialised training, such as hill-walking or canoeing if they wish.

THERE ARE more than four hundred young people aged 6 to 18 taking part in Scouting activities in Haslemere & District - boys and girls having fantastic fun. The seven Scout groups spread between Churt and Chiddingfold, along with the district Explorer Scout Unit are supported by more than 100 adults, who are also having a fun and very rewarding time.

All these young people are working in small teams within their sections, learning practical and leadership skills, responsibility, helping plan their programmes and activities, playing games and generally enjoying themselves. As you might expect, there is an emphasis on outdoor activities and amongst the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts they have recently taken part in camping, bush-craft, canoeing, climbing, abseiling, hiking, cooking, go-karting, cycling and archery, as well as learning about photography, first aid, map reading, buggy driving… and of course putting a sausage onto a stick and into a fire! The list is endless.

Fourteen to 18 year old Explorer Scouts take part in activities leading to Duke of Edinburgh Award on their way to the ultimate Queens Scout Award, and these include serious expeditions and community work, whilst 6 year old Beavers learn lots of skills and earn badges whilst working together.

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Whilst there are Scout Groups in Camelsdale, Churt, Chiddingfold, Fernhurst, Grayshott, Haslemere and Hindhead, not all of them have all three sections for 6 to 14 year olds. Keith’s aim is to make sure Beavers, Cubs and Scouts is available in all groups as soon as possible, but for this they need even more adult support.

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Kathy will focus on how the war was experienced in a small town rather than at the Front. It will bring together research into the changes in daily life brought about by the war, with conclusions drawn from research into over 800 local casualties. They meet at Cobham Day Centre. For full details contact Andy Thompson at info@eyewitnesstours.com or call 01306 880960.

The Arts Society Midhurst The Arts Society, formerly Midhurst Decorative and Fine Arts Society, runs a regular series of friendly, monthly lectures at the Methodist Hall in Midhurst. The one hour talks are given by inspiring and knowledgeable speakers on a wide variety of different subjects. In addition to its regular lectures, they also run Day Visits, Study Days and occasional holidays, and members also receive a high quality quarterly magazine.

Events to look forward to, include a visit to the Ashmolean Museum and a Study Day on 20th Century Theatre. The Society also supports Young Arts at Midhurst Rother College and other local schools. The annual membership is £42 and guests are most welcome for a donation of £7 for each lecture. If you might be interested in joining the society, call the membership secretary on 01730 821974 or visit www. midhurstdfas.org.uk.

Les Amitiés Françaises Thursday 18th January 7.30pm They start their 2018 programme with a talk on the main characters of the French Revolution by Thierry Viennois.

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You will be most welcome to go along to the Baptist Church Hall in Godalming GU7 1BA. Doors open at 7pm with coffee and biscuits and the lecture starts at 7.30pm. New members and visitors are welcome; please get in touch with John Petty on john.petty@which.net or visit www. amitiesfrancaises.com or Facebook @amitieswaverley.

Fernhurst Centre Two new free sessions at the Fernhurst Centre in 2018. The first is ‘Staying Safe Online’. It is essential to take sensible measures to protect your computer from the numerous threats encountered online these days. Takes place on Wednesday 17th January from 10am-12 noon. Help is also at hand if you are undecided whether to buy a Smart Phone or tablet – this free session will help you decide which is best for you. The session is repeated on Saturday 10th February from 12 noon-1pm. Whilst these two session are free booking is essential as places are limited, email ferncent@gmail.com or phone 01428 641931. Free parking at the rear of the centre. Check out their website for further information www.fernhurstcentre.org.uk.

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Tea and Talk at Haslemere Museum Tuesday 23rd January 2.30pm Offshore Sea Voyages in an Open Boat. Peter Clutterbuck will present a slide show of some long offshore sailing adventures which are the subject of his book ‘The Sea Takes No Prisoners’, published by Bloomsbury. A quote from Bloomsbury “He survived huge waves, nine rudder breakages in heavy seas, dismasting, capsizes, and hallucinations caused by sleep deprivation". Members free – Non members £3.

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The Importance of Being Earnest at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Wednesday 24th January to Saturday 3rd February Gwen Taylor and Susan Penhaligon star in Oscar Wilde’s wonderfully witty, deliciously decadent comedy. Take a turn with the much loved Algernon, Ernest, Gwendolen and Cecily as town and country clash in a story of romance, identity, perambulators and capacious handbags. For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000.

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Haslemere Musical Society Come and Sing, Saturday 3rd February 2pm If you enjoy singing, and if you like Vivaldi, Haslemere Musical Society has a Come and Sing event in St Christopher's Church, Weyhill. This chance to sing Vivaldi's tuneful 'Gloria' from scratch starts at 2pm learning and practising the music, under conductor, Tom Lydon. Next, tea and wonderful cakes, then a triumphal performance with a small orchestra, finishing about 6.30pm. All welcome! Fee is £12, scores provided. Audience is very welcome at the performance (about 6pm), free. See http://hmsoc.org.uk/ events. Enquiries to treasurer@hmsoc.org.uk or call 01428 609203.

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The Friends of Haslemere Parish Saturday 3rd February They have announced that their Spring series of Saturday morning ‘Coffee Concerts’ will commence on Saturday 3rd February with a recital by John Belcher, Director of Music and Organist of Godalming Parish Church. Then on Saturday 3rd March, Timothy Ravalde, Assistant Organist Chichester Cathedral and Director of the Fernhurst Choral Society, followed on Saturday 7th April by Nicholas Houghton, Music Director of the Lewes Singers and the East Sussex Community Choir and Concert Organist with finally on Saturday 5th May, Clive Osgood, Music Director and Organist of St Bartholomew’s Church, Haslemere. All concerts start at 11am with free coffee and biscuits from 10.30am. No tickets but with a retiring collection.

Romeo & Juliet Saturday 3rd to Saturday 24th February Guildford Shakespeare Company open their 2018 season with Shakespeare’s timeless love story. Staged in Surrey's largest Georgian church, Holy Trinity in Guildford, this siteresponsive production will be staged in the same period (late 1700s) as the church. Directed by Charlotte Conquest the production will also feature original choral music composed

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The Arts Society West Sussex Tuesday 6th February 2pm There is no meeting in January but at the February meeting, Imogen Corrigan will talk on Antonello da Messina - the Great Sicilian Renaissance Artist. The use of light combined with perspective and detailed symbolism make Antonello da Messina's paintings unforgettable.

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HHH Concerts Saturday 10th February The vibrant young Piatti String Quartet returns to St Christopher’s Church, Wey Hill, Haslemere to perform works January 2018

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The Sight of the Snowdrop Sunday 11th February 11am–4pm This year Mitchmere Farm will open its wondrous garden displaying clusters of this delicate, milky, flower together with brightly coloured crocuses. The perfect day out to put on your wellies and lift your spirits. Explore this lovely downland garden with its unusual trees, shrubs and carpets of Snowdrops as well as the formal kitchen garden. Enjoy homemade cakes, refreshments and a selection of craft stalls. Special snowdrop bulbs for sale. Entrance: £4.

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Haslemere Flower Club Wednesday 28th February They will not be holding a meeting in January so the next one is on Wednesday 28th. They wish all their members a Happy New Year and hope to see members in February when Jean Plaskett will demonstrate ‘Solo Plastic’. The meeting will be held at Haslemere Hall and visitors are very welcome at a charge of £6.

Liphook WEA Branch Saturday 10th March 10am-4pm They are holding a study day on Russian Music in the 20th Century including music by Stravinsky, Shostakovich and Prokofiev. It will be led by Jeremy Neville at Liphook Village Hall and the fee is £27.50 including a light lunch

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