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THE EDITOR'S NOTE February is a funny old month. For some, there is the blessed relief that they can start drinking alcohol again after a dry January or begin eating normally now their diet is over. Those doing Veganuary can tuck in to those bacon sandwiches and others can get out their wallets now that the credit card bills have been fully settled. Sadly though, while getting lighter, the mornings are still dark, the cold weather is often yet to hit us and the joys of spring still seems a very very long way away. That might be one of the reasons why the month has only 28 days and someone decided it was a good idea to cheer many people up midway through the month with Valentine’s Day. Historically it was a interesting month. Mary Queen of Scots and Lady Jane Grey were both beheaded, and Lancastrian forces defeated the Yorkists at the Second Battle of St. Albans. A ‘Glorious Revolution’ brought the Protestant William of Orange and his wife Mary (daughter of James II and sister to Queen Anne, so well portrayed recently by Olivia Colman in The Favourite) to the throne of England after the Catholic King James II flees to France. Britain also went decimal, the Women’s Institute was founded, in Ontario, Canada, by Mrs Adelaide Hoodless and Margaret Thatcher became the first woman leader of the British Conservative Party. This month sees the return of our 'grumpy old git' in a new column entitled To the Point. This will appear periodically and will be a humerous look at some of the everyday issues that annoy, bewilder, irritate and perplex. With so much ammunition, we could probably fill the whole magazine! We also say hello to Alex Chidgey who has joined us to help with social media and design work for the magazine. Welcome!

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Our grumpy old git (GOG) has his say...

ello. As a warning I’m going to talk total rubbish now . . .

Yesterday I reached a rage trigger point where I could only go one of three ways. Directly ahead completely angry-fuming. Slightly to the left (or right) with an angry face but relatively steamfree. Or in full reverse back down the leafy lane I’d emerged from, still annoyed but in vague agitated control. I’ll let you decide which way dear reader. Walking up an urban street I came across a nearempty litter bin where presumably the environmentally conscious local council had continued to fulfil its commitment to rubbishfree localities. But what was this? A take-away carton of a half-eaten but discarded takeaway (with soggy-looking salad and a pale brown cascade of something resembling sauce . . . or perhaps could’ve been something worse if you get my drift). And where was the carton? No further than four paces away from the clearly visible litter bin. As I walked further up the street (having pointedly placed the offending item in the bin – much to the vocal annoyance of a couple of crows who’d clearly been enjoying their impromptu meal) I was to encounter the general detritus of socially irresponsible members of our community. Actually, they don’t deserve to be members of any community. When I was a kid I was brought up to respect my locality. Parents and teachers and other elders

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made me see the benefits of always taking my rubbish home. We had clean streets. And clean public places. And litter-free gardens. And yet here there were cans (bizarrely some unopened) of everything from cheap alcohol, to so-called ‘energy drinks’ and takeaway coffee cups – scattered across a wide area, including the gardens of nearby homes. There were partempty carrier bags, multiple pages of a dismantled now soggy newspaper left to be carried in the wind – and rather spookily a discarded child’s rucksack in the shape of The Grinch. I’ve actually been fuming about this for many years. People discarding unwanted items everywhere. On public benches, in gutters, in hedges, on the floor in trains and buses. Everywhere. I have devised the HoFaToBi index* which I’m campaigning to be adopted nationally. In effect it measures the thoughtlessness of litter louts (and just how apt is that description – way more apt than ‘litter bugs’ in my book). Measured in walking paces (officially 0.75 metres) it provides a scientific method for identifying the oafishness and loutishness of litterers. The lower the HoFaToBi score the closer to the bin and the bigger their loutishness. Oafs the lot of them. * HoFaToBi : How Far To Bin Do you agree with GOG? What irritates you these days? Please let us know and we will publish the best comments and responses online. Please let us know by emailing us at gog@vantagepublishing.co.uk.

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ask everybody for their choice. What would they like? What do they fancy today? Food is extremely important. It’s a very social event. We really encourage people to come to the dining room. The more in the dining room the more sociable people will be and, inevitably, the more they will eat.” As part of my visit I was introduced to residents and visitors. Mary, who was sitting in the dining area enjoying some food, was keen to praise the staff and what they do. “I like the staff because they are very friendly, kind and helpful – and I really enjoy the music and singalongs we have. The singing at this time of year makes you feel very Christmassy!” Alan, who was visiting his wife with a friend was keen to add: “She has several carers here and they are very caring indeed. It’s a very friendly atmosphere so when you walk in you always feel at home which is incredibly important. And she enjoys socialising with the other people too.” I then headed over to Hatch Mill in Farnham to meet staff and residents, and to find out about the charity that runs this and other homes in the area. The Abbeyfield Society was established in 1956 by a former Coldstream Guard, Richard Carr-Gomm, who had encountered a growing number of lonely older people that he realised needed support. Having resigned his army commission, he effectively became Britain’s first male home help. He soon invited four of his elderly cares to join him to live in his house in

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south-east London, and that saw the start of more houses being provided for older people. By 1960, Abbeyfield Societies were established across London and throughout the country, and today there are 500 homes operated by the charity. Hatch Mill in Farnham provides residential and nursing care in a large and spacious converted 18th century grade II building, which, following closure as a working corn watermill, saw various uses including an arts centre and rehearsal studios for the now defunct Redgrave Theatre. The home, which opened in 2001 and, following a full refurbishment, now provides 19 residential rooms on the ground floor and 27 for nursing care upstairs. The Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society was launched in 1986 and is effectively the merging of society homes in Farnham, Guildford and Haslemere working on a not-forprofit basis, and which as a group provide home care, sheltered accommodation as well as residential and nursing care. Wey Valley House and Hatch Mill were their first two homes. I met with Tracey Pollard, who as the society’s Well-being Manager proved to be the perfect ambassador for the society, especially as encouraging social interaction and engaging with activities to maintain mental awareness and sustain self-esteem is a core element of the care they provide. “I started here in 2002 as a senior care assistant and now look after the outings and activities, and co-ordinate fundraising and events. I love it as I get to do all the fun jobs!” Tracey’s broad smile clearly endorsed this. “Our in-house activities are very resident-led, as you’ll find that activities across our three homes in Farnham are slightly different depending upon what the residents want.” Given that my visit was over the Christmas period, the home was full of brightly-coloured decorations and there was a general festive feel about the place with residents clearly enjoying the atmosphere. “So activities can be anything from pilates and tai chi, musical entertainment, to skittles and hoopla. We’ve had musicians come in and

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play Christmas tunes, and it’s lovely to see residents singing along with smiles on their faces.” When I arrived I had parked alongside Hatch Mill’s minibus which had been provided by fundraising activities by the society as well as a grant from the National Lottery. “We have volunteers that help staff with outings, and again these are chosen by our residents. This year we’ve had trips to Hampton Court, Windsor Castle, Marwell Zoo and the Watts Gallery, amongst many other destinations.” The fact that these trips are clearly highly popular were endorsed by residents I was introduced to. “I very much enjoy the Runnymede boat trip along the Thames,” said Alf, the home’s longest stay resident. “And you get a very nice cream tea!” Shirley added: “The trip to Southsea with fish and chips down at the seaside is one of my favourites, and I must say that the staff here are very kind and do a wonderful job looking after us.” We also popped in to talk with Theo, whose room overlooks a pond in the garden where he watches the birds come and go, including regular visits from a heron. “I like all of the outings, and I do enjoy staying here and the staff are very friendly.” Phil Kemp is a Godalming-based writer and photographer. www.weyriver.co.uk FIND OUT MORE Robertson Nursing Home & Beritaz Care www.beritazcare.co.uk Hatch Mill & the Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society www.abbeyfieldweyvalley.co.uk

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Sustainability in Farnham Phil Kemp is inspired by his visit to Okomoko the vegan café, and Keep who refill your household containers.

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ucked away in Downing Street in Farnham are two relatively new businesses each dedicated to providing the opportunity for all of us to make our own contribution to help not only improve the environment and reduce waste – but also to lead healthier lives. Okomoko is a welcoming little café that boasts ‘100% plant-based deliciousness’ and is the brainchild of Sam Currie. Opened in early 2018 the café has quickly made its mark, not just with the local community but also with regular customers travelling from further afield. Sam has been in catering for many years and it was always her dream to have a café. “At the beginning of the year I decided to try Veganuary and just found that it really clicked with me. I was pescatarian-vegetarian before, but the vegan diet just fits so well with me. I felt so much better for it,” explained Sam. “I found it almost impossible to eat out as a vegan. So it seemed a natural step to open a vegan café.” The café provides customers with an appealing range of plant-based meals and drinks, and has two comfortable dining areas to settle in to enjoy their visit. “What is interesting is that of course we get a lot of people who follow plant-based or vegan diets coming in – but there are also a lot who can’t have gluten, eggs or dairy who know that they can just pick off the menu without having to question the ingredients. So it covers so many different options for a wide range of people.”

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The second reason for my visit was to find out more about Keep, which is located upstairs above the café. Their full name is Keep Old Containers with a very simple message: ‘Zero-waste whole foods, household and personal care shop and pop-up. Bring your empty containers for refill’. Annabel Hay and Sarah Chatterton were busy sorting through a delivery and I took the opportunity to have a browse around their shop which is crammed full of a fascinating and thought-provoking range of products, all of which meet the criteria of reducing waste. “We’ve always wanted to do this, and we both have similar interests,” said Annabel. “If it wasn’t for having children we would have started years ago. But everything is now perfectly aligned for us.” “We’re naturally starting small but the eventual idea is an eco-supermaket where you can buy all your food loose,

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Wardrobe revisited With interviews for a new job looming and too much black in her wardrobe, Alison Gilbert had plenty of questions for fashion stylist, Kirstie Smillie.

t’s known as many things but a wardrobe declutter, edit or detox sorts out the clothes that make you look and feel great with those that don’t. Fit is essential, fashion not so. Time is set aside to find outfits for your everyday life and to learn your own personal style. It’s about growing in confidence too with a nudge to experiment more and enjoy colour and tone. Alison, a mid forties fashion lover, often feels a bit confused and asked me to help her decide what stays and what goes. We focused on her immediate needs for now, which meant storing away the corporate dresses and high summer layers and creating outfits for interviews ahead, day layers and options to wear instead of jeans. To 'fruit-label' Alison (not sure who started that idea!) I would say she is a slim apple. Full bust and straight waist with neat bottom and great legs. We discussed proportion and the reality of tall, slender

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Avoid long oversized tops with full skirts or wide trousers No to matt black near her face, unless there is a pop of colour nearby We agreed opaque tights and trainers and midi skirts was not for her, instead nude legs with ankle boots or long boots Try not to overanalyse - if it doesn’t work, recycle, even if the label is still hanging there - we all make mistakes What Alison learnt: Split up two pieces. Her velvet Toast t-shirt looks amazing with her Whistles dark green trousers that we pinned to become ankle length. The long velvet skirt became more relaxed-day with a slim fitting sweater. Mix up the under layers. If a top comes with a camisole, try a new colour. With Alison’s stripy shirt the navy cami relaxed the prim ruffles to add glamour to boyfriend jeans. Alter to perfect. Spend a little to make a garment fit. Shorten sleeves and see how it lifts the overall look. Alison agreed to shorten a Whistles leather t-shirt and re fitted a navy leather skirt, as these investment items won’t date and deserved the attention to detail. Just wear it. Alison has some gorgeous clothes that were hidden in her wardrobe. By trying on new outfit combinations, she was reminded how great she felt in them. Don’t keep for best.

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Valentine's Day chocolate recipes

Here are a couple of easy-to-make chocolate recipes for Valentine's Day, or indeed any other day. With January now out of the way, it is surely now time for some modest indulgence...

Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Brownies

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150g good-quality dark chocolate, 75% cocoa solids; 150ml pot double cream; 25g unsalted butter. Makes 25-30 truffles. 1. Chop the chocolate into small pieces and put into a large bowl. Pour the cream into a saucepan, add the butter and heat gently until the butter melts and the cream reaches simmering point. Remove from the heat and pour over the chocolate. Stir thoroughly until smooth. At this stage, you can add any flavourings to the truffle mix. If you want several, divide the mixture between bowls and mix in liqueurs or other flavourings one teaspoon at a time to taste. Try your favourite spirit (whisky, rum, Malibu, gin, brandy), the juice and zest of an orange or you can leave plain. Cool and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hrs. 2. About 30 minutes before youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready to make your truffles, take mixture out of the fridge and let it warm up to room temperature. Dip two spoons or a melon baller in hot water and scoop up balls of the mixture. 3. Coat your truffles immediately after shaping. Tip toppings into a bowl and gently roll the truffles until evenly coated, then chill on greaseproof paper. Eat within three days or they can be frozen. To coat, try crushed nuts, lightly toasted desiccated coconut or roll in cocoa powder. To coat in chocolate, melt 100g milk, dark or white chocolate in a bain marie per 10 truffles. Allow it to cool slightly. With a fork, dip each truffle into it to coat. Place on the baking tray, then chill.

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200g dark chocolate, min 70% cocoa solids; 250g unsalted butter; 4 eggs; 360g caster sugar, 65g plain flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 80g good quality cocoa powder. Makes 20. 1. Heat the oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. 2. Line a 24cm square brownie tin with greaseproof paper. Melt the chopped butter and chocolate together in a bowl over a pan of simmering water until melted, stirring regularly. Cool to room temperature. 3. Whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and sift in the flour, baking powder and cocoa powder. Mix this all together to give a fudgy batter. At this stage, you can add a variety of flavourings. Try chopped white or milk chocolate chunks; toasted and roughly chopped walnuts; dried cherries; baby marshmallows etc. 6. Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is cracked but the middle still a little bit gooey. Cool completely, then lift out of the tin and cut. Store in an airtight container. For many more chocolate recipes, please visit the following websites: www.divinechocolate.com/uk/recipes

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The Lammas Lands (Ludi Lochner)

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odalming, some 38 miles from the centre of London with its surrounding lands is very special and steeped in history. Set in the valley of the River Wey, with its unique Lammas Lands and wooded hillsides, the town is a vibrant place which retains a sense of community and attracts many visitors. However, when The Godalming Trust was set up more than 50 years ago, proposals were submitted which could have changed the area for ever. Surrey County Council proposed putting a bypass through Church Street, separating the town from the Parish Church and across the Lammas Lands. Potentially changing iconic and celebrated views of the town with road junctions! Things have moved on; it is now more difficult (though not impossible) to demolish listed buildings and in the 1970s, Conservation Areas were set up in the town. However, there are still challenges with new national and local planning policies to promote a healthy sustainable balance between preservation of ancient buildings and new developments and landscaping.

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What does The Godalming Trust do? • It has a Planning Sub-Committee which meets every 3 weeks to review all planning applications submitted to Waverley from Godalming, Farncombe and adjacent parishes. • The Civic Design Awards Sub-Committee, biennially makes awards for the outstanding design of new buildings, sympathetic restoration of old buildings, enhancements to the environment and general ambience of the area. In 2018 the new First Church of Christ, Scientist was the overall winner from all the categories (for all category winners see www.thegodalmingtrust.org.uk/godalming-civicdesign/ ) • It tries to make history and heritage more accessible, with monthly town walks throughout the summer showing how the history has influenced the architecture, and with Heritage Open Days in September each year. The latter is the national component of the pan-European event. • It works with Godalming Museum on a lecture series and a summer lunch. The Godalming Trust is an independent body, not funded by the councils, and all activities are organised and staffed by volunteers. Its campaigning role needs the financial support and interest of all those who care for the Godalming, Farncombe and surrounding area of today and tomorrow. It is looking to recruit new members who are interested in the town and its environs and would particularly like to hear from people with town planning and architectural interests who may be able to help with the Planning and Civic Design Awards Sub Committees. In addition, it is also looking someone with good communication skills and attention to detail to help with the coordination of the Heritage Open Days programme. To learn more about the trust and download a membership form please go to www.thegodalmingtrust.org.uk or email them at info@thegodalmingtrust.org.uk.

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GARDENING Beth Otway

Grow top performing, tasty tomatoes! As you will know from last month, I just adore growing fruit and vegetables. Any form of edible gardening is a soul-enriching experience, which I would encourage you to try. Last year, I ran a tomato trial, to discover delicious, productive, and reliable tomato varieties. My tomato seeds were sown inside my glasshouse in the middle of March. So if you’d like to grow tomatoes, you have plenty of time to prepare. If you don’t have a glasshouse, you could grow your tomato plants on your window sill. My plants were planted outside in June, when all risk of frost had passed. All of my tomato plants that were grown for this trial were grown in Dalefoot composts - the top performing composts in my compost trials over the past five consecutive years. Dalefoot Composts are made with natural materials, including bracken and sheep’s wool, to create a nutrient rich, water retentive compost, which holds on to water longer than any of the other composts I have trialled. My outside tap and both of my watering systems broke, one after the other last year! During this time, I was away from home for a week. The fact that

all of my tomato plants, which were growing in small containers inside my glasshouse, survived a week of scorching hot weather without any watering is testament to how water retentive Dalefoot Composts are. I didn’t use any fertiliser or feed during my tomato trial as my tomato plants received sufficient nutrients from the Dalefoot Composts they were grown in. I trialled growing my tomato plants in Haxnicks Vigoroot Potato/Tomato Planters, in plastic containers, and in the ground. The Haxnicks Vigoroot Planters produced more productive plants in 12 out of the 15 tomato varieties trialled. I supported my tomato plants with lengths of twine tied to an overhead support system as I find this to be a simple but effective method. Sadly, the twine I used was prone to snapping unexpectedly, leaving my plants requiring urgent attention, so I’d recommend that you use a good-quality twine if you plan to support your tomato plants in a similar manner. I trialled a range of tomato types: cherry, cocktail, salad, and beefsteak. Of these, my favourite tasting tomato varieties were: ‘Honeycomb’, a delicious, small cherry tomato with an intensely sweet, fruity flavour and a great balance of acidity; ‘Cherry Baby’ produces small, tangy tomatoes; ‘Consuelo’ is a cherry tomato with a slightly sharper flavour; ‘Shimmer’ is a small plum tomato, it’s just slightly larger than a cherry tomato, with silky smooth flesh and a sweet, mellow flavour, without any acidity. Finally, ‘Orange Wellington’ is a beefsteak tomato, which produces large, juicy fruits with a soft, melting texture and a delicate, rounded flavour. Top: Tomato 'Consuelo'; left: Tomato 'Prange Wellington'.

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BOOKS

A Meander Down the Dordogne Valley

Local author Valerie Thompson on her love for one of France's most beautiful regions

t was pure chance that drew me to the southern tip of the Corrèze, or ‘The Hidden Triangle’ as described by Freda White in her book ‘Three Rivers of France’ and used by me as the title of my first book.

Fed up with wet, Welsh painting holidays, I rented a cottage in the Loire region, and while browsing the estate agents I realised how inexpensive houses in France were - 30 years ago. Muttering for months about wanting to buy one, my husband finally relented and together with my eldest daughter and one of her friends, I borrowed a house in the Corrèze and began the search.

suppression of the Cathars and Templars, the devastation caused by the 100 Years War and the Wars of Religion, the oppression of lepers, the legends and industries, such as fishing, papermaking and the transportation of wood for winebarrels, to the present decline in population and agriculture, grew to the point of obsession. Dolmen by Valerie Thompson

Going south, the Lot was pretty but more than a day’s journey from the coast. Going west into the Dordogne department the landscape was less interesting, the population too English and the houses had less character. East was too cold. Beaulieu Abbatiale by Valerie Thompson

V. Now the sleepy villages, with their attractive ‘lauze’, stone or shell-shaped slate roofs are quiet and peaceful. As the billowing bands of mist drift up the hills in the morning, there is little noise except maybe an old tractor, or the sound of the river, sploshing over rapids or the high cries of wheeling buzzards seeking their breakfast prey.

I loved ancient Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne with its massive abbey church, which became my local town. I loved the varied countryside with occasional rocky outcrops along the River Dordogne. From here, going north-east the tree-covered hills and riverside meadows, dotted with walnut trees was where I found my little stone house, needing vision and renovation. Over the years, my fascination with the stories surrounding the river, from standing stones and dolmen of pre-history, through the Roman occupation and the final defeat of the Gauls at nearby Vayrac, through the turmoil of the

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WEEKEND CYCLE

Busbridge to Dunsfold Road Cycle By way of a change, we have a cycle this month for those of you who prefer to get out on two wheels rather than legs. This cycle ride takes you on some quiet rolling roads to the south of Godalming. It was provided by local reader and keen cyclist Andrew Higgins Toon. If you would rather do a walk, please visit www.vantagepointmag.co.uk for our latest one. 1. With Busbridge Church on your left, set off along Hambledon Road up a gentle gradient until the road becomes blocked. Cross over Home Farm Road and continue along Hambledon Road. After about 100 metres, the gradient turns downhill and you enter a natural gulley with steep sides. After a half mile descent, the road flattens, with a small ephemeral lake in a field on the left and an inconspicuous statue behind, and Busbridge Lakes on the right, home to various resident waterfowl. The statue is of a German pilot whose plane crashed nearby during WWII. The road continues round a corner with a steep but short ascent before flattening out, but the road continues to ascend gradually. Make a left turn along Clock Barn Lane (the route returns from the right later), with woods on either sides, and pass the Cheshire Home on the right, before reaching a T-junction with Hydon’s Ball car park opposite. Turn left along Hydon Heath, with a coppice after 200 metres on the left and Hydon’s Ball on the right, when the highest point of the ride is reached and the road descends.

2. Take care on the short but steep descent and follow the road round right at the bottom where the road becomes Markwick Lane, ignoring Mare Lane on the left. The lane leaves the woods momentarily, with a farm on the right, before reentering. Eventually the road reaches the Brighton Road at a T-junction; before this junction, a small gauge disused railway track may be seen through the hedge on the right. It is not clear what it was used for originally; possibly for use on a farm. Turn right along the Brighton Road then turn right again after 50 metres along Hookhouse Road, a pleasant, twisting descent with farms on either side. Dunsfold Church, which supposedly has the oldest pews in England, is signposted right; continue straight on down a steep hill then follow the road round left up a similarly steep ascent; at this point the road is called Shoppe Hill, which opens out in Dunsfold. Turn right at the T-junction along Dunsfold Common Road. There is a row of houses on the right, with a village shop amongst them which provides a good opportunity to take on some calories should the need arise. There are also some benches here making it a good lunch stop. Alternatively, there is also The Sun pub a little further on the row of houses. Continue along Dunsfold Common Road, passing the village green, before descending, when the road becomes Wrotham Hill. At the bottom of Condensed directions (for easier navigation, take a photo of these) ← or → indicates a left/right turn onto a minor road ↰ or ↱ indicates left/right at a T-junction ⤉ indicates head straight over at a crossroads From Busbridge Church, heading uphill along Hambledon Road: ⤉ Cross Home Farm Road, ahead along Hambledon Road ← Clock Barn Lane ↰ Hydon Heath (becomes Markwick Lane) ↱ Brighton Road (B2130) → Hookhouse Road (becomes Shoppe Hill) ↱ Dunsfold Common Road (becomes Wrotham Hill, then Chiddingfold Road, then High Street Green) → White Beech Lane ↱ Vann Lane → Woodlands Road ↱ Malthouse Lane (becomes Hambledon Road) ⤉ Hambledon Road (cross Home Farm Road)

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the hill, the road forks; follow the road right, where it becomes Chiddingfold Road. 3. The road ascends gradually for just over a mile, becoming High Street Green. Bear right along White Beech Lane, a quiet rolling road, before reaching Vann Lane at a T-junction. Turn right downhill, passing an attractive cottage on the left, before the road flattens out, then the road turns uphill. There is a long straight section, that was used as a filming location for the BBC adaptation of Howardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s End, for a scene involving an Edwardian-era car with the road covered in mud for a more authentic feel. Bear round to the left, ignoring the cul-de-sac Upper Vann Lane on the apex of the corner. Continue, ignoring the cul-de-sac Roundals Lane on the left as you do so, before taking a right up Woodlands Road, a short but steep hill which meets Malthouse Lane (which becomes Hambledon Road) at a T-junction. Turn right uphill, which passes through Hambledon Village. Soon, The Merry Harriers pub appears on

the left, which can provide any final refreshments for the last section, and also llama trekking (for another occasion). Continue along Hambledon Road with fields on both sides, passing Badger Park, the home of Hambledon Football Club, on the right. Go straight on at the Hydestile Crossroads, before a gradual ascent that rejoins the earlier section at Clock Barn Lane. Retrace your steps, still along Hambledon Road, until reaching Home Farm Road at a T-junction. Cross over and follow Hambledon Road opposite back to Busbridge Church.

DISTANCE: 13.5 miles START POINT: Busbridge Church, Hambledon Road, Godalming. HOW TO GET THERE: Follow the Brighton Road (B2130) from the traffic lights at the junction of Flambard Way, Wharf Street and Brighton Road in Godalming, then make a right turn along The Drive, before turning immediately left into Hambledon Road with Busbridge Church on your left. If transporting bikes to the start there is sufficient parking space further up Hambledon Road before the road ends. It is best to avoid parking during school collection times as there are three schools within about 200 metres of each other, but otherwise it is quiet. February 2019

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Well, January is over and to all those who decided to give up alcohol, grow a beard, stop eating, walk 10 miles a day etc, I do hope you were successful and that you feel much better for it. I guess spring is around the corner; however I might not be alone in this but we actually had a daffodil out in the garden before the end of December. It’s still standing there defiant as I write. Is this the result of global warming I ask myself! Watts Gallery To Sunday 24th February Watts Contemporary Gallery in Compton supports local artists and this year's annual exhibition features original prints and paintings by Surrey artist, Celia Lewis. Celia has lived in Surrey all her life and takes her inspiration from the countryside around her. She is a member of several local art societies and has exhibited with The Royal Watercolour Society, The Society of Woman Artists and Wildlife Artist of the Year. Free admission. There are all sorts of exhibitions and event taking place at Watts Gallery, do have a look at their website www.wattsgallery.co.uk. The Great Brick Safari Until Sunday 3rd March Escape the winter blues and go on a journey inside the Glasshouse at RHS Garden Wisley to search for more than 40 LEGO® brick sculptures on The Great Brick Safari. The life-size brick creations can be found nestled amongst the lush foliage in both the temperate and tropical zones of the cathedral-like Glasshouse. Sculptures include animals such as an elephant, lions, meerkats, turtles and a gorilla. Beautiful LEGO® brick plants created especially for RHS Garden Wisley include a Venus Fly Trap, Golden Barrel Cactus, Bird of Paradise and Water Lilies. Cranleigh Village Sports and Social Club January events are as follows: Thursday 7th February, Dance night with David Read, a fun evening of ballroom and Latin dance. Saturday 9th February, The Fabulous Nobodies, a brilliant local band. Saturday 16th February, Blue Haze. Friday 22nd February, it’s wrestling night, this is a ticket event. Saturday 23rd February, The Decades, back by

popular demand. Not to be missed, it’s a ticket event. Thursday 28th February, The Big Band. For more details about all events and the club in general, visit www. cranleighclub.com. The Crafting Place If you are looking for a new interest to start the year, the Crafting Place run all sorts of Workshops and Lessons, mostly at Cranleigh Arts Centre. You could try your hand at origami, crochet, making candles, willow weaving, macramé and making a leather journal using recycled leather plus lots more. Do have a look at their website to find out more. www.thecraftingplace.co.uk. Lumiere Light Licht Exhibition Until Saturday 2nd March The international art exhibition, combining works from Godalming and its twin towns of Joigny in France and Mayen in Germany to mark the centenary of the end of WW1, is now showing at Godalming Museum until 2nd March. This is an excellent demonstration of international co-operation and friendship and well worth a visit. Surrey County Walkers They have a great programme of weekend walks coming up in February. Here are the details. On Saturday 9th there is a 7.5 mile easy walk around Puttenham Common, Rodsall Manor, Gatwick. Meet at The Tarn Car Park, Littleworth Rd (Ref 186/910456). It will be led by Barry and Judy (01252 703869, 07789 741161). On Sunday 17th there is a 5 mile easy walk around Stockbridge Pond, Tankersford Common, Tilford. Meet at Tilford Village Green Car Park (186/876436). It will be led by Jill (01252 724171). Finally, on Saturday 23rd there is a 5.5 mile easy walk around Sheepleas, Lovelace Bridges, East Horsley. Meet in Sheepleas Shere Road Car Park (Ref 187/085515) N.B. NOT Sheepleas Green Dene. Led by Tom and Brigitte (01832 342456, 07941 553222). All these walks start at 10am. Gentle Yoga Classes These classes are aimed at the over 60’s with gentle stretching, strengthening, balancing and breathing exercises

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Sherlock Holmes – The Sign of Four Tuesday 5th to Saturday 9th February Crammed full of adventure, romance, comedy and of course one or two rather brilliant deductions, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s epic second Sherlock Holmes tale is a breath-taking yarn, brought to life in a spectacular new stage adaptation at The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford. Featuring original live music, stylish theatricality and magical storytelling, it is an unforgettable theatrical experience. For more information and to book, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk or call 01483 440000. Ewhurst Horticultural Society Tuesday 5th February 8pm They will be holding a talk with slides by Geoff Lunn entitled ‘Wildlife on your doorstep’. Geoff has a lifelong passion for wildlife and takes us on a journey illustrated by his images. He sets out from a local Surrey Farm, travelling to Central Wales, Yorkshire, the Farne Islands, Bass Rock, Scotland, Hampshire and the New Forest, finally returning to Surrey. They meet at the Glebe Centre and there are refreshments and a raffle. Visitors welcome £2. Fun and effective exercises for the over 60s Do you want to improve your balance, strength and coordination as well as heart health. You are welcome to try our class, a great start to the New Year. Mondays 2pm-3pm at Methodist Church, Farnham; Tuesdays 2pm-3.15pm - falls prevention at High Lane Community Centre, Haselmere; Wednesdays 11.30am-12.30pm at United Church, Godalming; and Thursdays 2pm-3pm at St.Joan's Hall, Farnham. For more information contact Joanna Payne on 07880 722272.

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to improve flexibility and balance, increase energy and encourage relaxation. The class is performed whilst sitting and standing (using a chair for balance if needed).The new term started in January and takes place every Tuesday at the United Reform Church, Godalming. Contact Angela on 01428 682100 or email angela@capelthompson.co.uk.

Godalming Good Neighbours Fancy a coffee? If you have a few hours to spare a month to help local people, do go along and find out more at one of these coffee mornings: 5th February at Busbridge Church, Hambledon Road at 10.30am; 19th March at St Marks Church, Franklin Road at 10.30am; 25th March at St Peter & Paul Scout Hut, Charterhouse Road. For more information contact Rachel Roberts on 07943 274461 or email godalminggoodneighbours@gmail.com. The Sound of Music Tuesday 5th to Saturday 9th February 7.30pm The Peaslake Players present one of their most ambitious

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Elstead Afternoon Women’s Institute Thursday 7th February 2.15pm for 2.30pm Dr. Chris Jagger will talk about The Cellar, a café in the centre of Godalming which is open to everyone, with the principle objective of providing a caring and friendly meeting place for disadvantaged and vulnerable people in the community. It is part of a local community support network and is a charitable organisation, run by volunteers as fundraisers and staff. Visitors are welcome to the meeting to hear more, and to enjoy the delicious tea that is always provided! For more information contact Hilary Pettman on 01252 703217.

Ockford-Godalming WI Wednesday 6th February 2pm Bryony Allen, a Senior Optometrist will give a talk entitled 'The Eyes Have It'. If you would like to join them on what should be a very interesting afternoon, contact their secretary on 01483 415702 for further details. Visitors are always made very welcome. Ockford-Godalming WI meet on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month in the Scout and Guide hut in Seymour Road, just off Franklyn Road. As well as monthly meetings, there are outings and theatre trips, pub lunches, a reading group and popular craft sessions.

The Arts Society Grayshott Thursday 7th February 2pm They will meet in Grayshott Village Hall when Paula Nuttall will focus on ‘Leonardo, The Painter’, with a thorough overview of his career from the early years in Florence, his time at the Court of Milan and eventual return to Florence while placing his magnificent works in their historical and artistic context. Then, on Thursday 7th March, Roger Rosewell will discuss ‘Radiant Art – The Splendour & Sorrow of Medieval Stained Glass’. For more information about these events and the society, contact Caroline on 01428 714276 or visit www.theartssocietygrayshott.org.

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Busbridge Evening WI Tuesday 12th February 8pm At their meeting they will hear Manxman Vic Quayle talk about the Isle of Man in his talk entitled, 'Three legs and no tail'. (I wonder whether he has a cat?). Friends and visitors are always very welcome - further information from Gill Staerck on 01483 416446. Meetings are usually held at 8pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in Busbridge Village Hall, Brighton Road, Godalming GU7 1XA.

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We are recruiting a full-time position to design and put together our existing five monthly magazines, create adverts for our customers, work on custom publishing projects and manage our website and social media activities. Working alongside the Publisher and our sales team, we are seeking a dedicated, personable and talented designer with an understanding of design across print and web. You should be creative, original, highly literate with an exceptional eye for detail in layout, content and typography and able to work to tight deadlines. You need to be skilled in using Photoshop, InDesign, MailChimp, WordPress and have knowledge and experience of social media and SEO. Please contact Stefan Reynolds on 01483 421601 or email stefan@vantagepublishing.co.uk. Followed with a talk by club members Nigel and Michael entitled ‘Some aspects of village life’. Proceedings normally wind up around 9.30 pm. Visitors with a genuine interest in the hobby are always welcome. Held at Friends Meeting House, Ward Street, Guildford GU1 4 LH. Rother Valley Croquet Club (Duncton/Petworth) If your New Year’s resolution is to spend more time outside taking gentle activity to keep you healthy and your brain active, this could well be for you! They have club days, coaching days and friendly matches with other clubs. They are located in a beautiful setting in the South Downs with ample free parking. They provide all the equipment; you just need flat soled shoes. Trial membership is available. Contact Alan on 01798 813563 or email alanandanne@talk21.com or visit www.rothervalleycroquet.co.uk. Wey & Arun Canal Trust The Trust is holding a number of taster days for those interested in joining its working parties, giving the chance to try out some of the jobs volunteers tackle and see some of the restoration teams in action. The restoration of the canal is a huge undertaking and will take many years to complete. However to date 22 bridges and two aqueducts have been reconstructed, eleven locks restored and a new one built, several culverts rebuilt and many miles of canal bed cleared and dredged. None of this could have been achieved without 54

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Witley Gardening Association Wednesday 6th March They will be welcoming Roy Lancaster who will be giving his superbly entertaining talk ‘A Plantsman's Travels’. The renowned horticulturalist, author and Gardeners' Question Time stalwart will be regaling the audience with tales of his travels, collecting plants from all over the world. Not to be missed! The talk takes place in the Chichester Hall, Petworth Road, Witley GU8 5PL. Doors open 7pm, talk starts promptly at 7.30pm. Tickets are £5 for members, £10 for nonmembers and can be purchased at www.witleygardening. org/bookings or by calling 01428 683281. Ewhurst Horticultural Society Tuesday 12th March The Sydney Scott Talk. Talk with slides by John Anderson on

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Volunteer 2019 Emotional support and practical help at home Life-threatening illness can strike out of the blue and can be devastating for the family. It’s often hard to cope – not just with the routine of hospital visits and treatment but with the emotional strain and worry. Our trained volunteers can make a real difference. Brigitte Trust volunteers offer the chance to share some of the many feelings and concerns serious illness brings. Volunteers visit weekly, helping people facing any life-threatening condition when it’s increasingly hard to cope at home. Sitting and listening can be the most valuable help of all. Join our next volunteer ‘taster sessions’ early in February and March with the course starting at the end of March. Call Ingrid today to book your place on 01306 881816.

Call 01306 881816 today ‘Gardens of Windsor Great Park’. Having left Exbury in 2016 John is now Keeper of the Queen’s Gardens, which include the Valley and Savill Gardens and the private gardens of Frogmore House. John is also Vice Chairman of the RHS Plant Committee and an RHS Judge. They meet at Ewhurst Village Hall 7.30pm for 8pm. With refreshments and raffle. Tickets now available from Anne on 01483 271812 or tickets@ewhursthortsoc.org.uk. £5 members; £10 visitors. Rummage Sale Saturday 16th March 10.30am Godalming and Farncombe Bowling Club is holding a rummage sale at the Club Pavilion, Phillips Memorial Park, Godalming. Entry fee 50p. Before 10am £10. Ramster Hall Embroidery Exhibition Saturday 16th to Sunday 31st March, 10am-5pm See some of the finest pieces of embroidery and textile art from artists from across the country at Ramster Hall. Over 200 pieces will be displayed and for sale within the historic 17th century hall. This is one of the largest exhibitions of its kind and celebrates a wide range of skills, techniques and styles. Visitors to the exhibition can extend their entry ticket (additional costs apply) to enjoy a walk around Ramster Garden, famous for its spring flowers and collection of rhododendrons and azaleas. Tea room and free parking. February 2019

www.brigittetrust.org Ramster Hall, Petworth Rd, Chiddingfold GU8 4SN. Tickets: £6.50 or £13.50 for exhibition and garden. Groups: Pre-book 10+people. www.ramsterevents.com. Mind, Body and Spirit Fayre Sunday 17th March 11am-5pm Promoting well-being and inspiration there will be holistic therapies available including Reflexology, Crystal Therapy and Reiki. The stalls include a lovely variety of crystals, jewellery, organic products, artwork and crafts for sale. Clairvoyants, mediums and tarot readings combine to create a varied day for everyone. The £3 entry fee includes a crystal tumble stone from the ‘Lucky Dip’ at reception! Plus free entry to a ‘Sound Experience’ with Godalming Gong Baths and also mediumship demonstrations on the stage with Michelle from the ‘Spirit Sisters’. Homemade refreshments available all day. For more information please contact Barbara on 01483 233747 (Crystal Pyramid Therapies). All That Jazz Saturday 23rd March 8pm Grayswood is gaining quite a reputation for its Jazz nights -this year the Friends of All Saints Church are hosting the Eagle Jazz Band in the Village Hall. There will be a cash bar and room to dance. The band was founded in 1951 and has delighted audiences worldwide since then. They will

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The Rural Life Centre in The Reeds Road, Tilford, GU10 2DL will be holding its first boot fair of the 2019 season on Sunday 7th April running from 8am until 12 noon. The Car Boot fee is £6, with free entry for buyers, and is organised by the Rustics in aid of the Museum. Do go along to see what great bargains can be had or clear out the attic or garage and make some money!

Special Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood Sunday 31st March Special cruises will be running on the canal on Mothering Sunday. A ‘Coffee & Danish Pastry Cruise’ will depart at 11am and Cream Tea Cruises will depart at 2.15pm and 4.30pm. Black tie service will enhance the relaxing treat for Mums (and all passengers)! The trips take 1½ hours. Tickets cost £14 for adults and £10 for children and must be booked in advance. Also, themed Easter Cruises will be running on Good Friday, 19th April, Easter Day, 21st April, and on Easter Monday, 22nd April. More details in next month’s issue. Bookings for all special events and weekend public trips can be made online via the Trust website www.weyandarun.co.uk. For enquiries about private charters, volunteering opportunities and membership, call The Wey & Arun Canal Trust Office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk.

Farnham Beerex The 2019 Beerex will be on Thursday 11th April until Saturday 13th at the Maltings Farnham. This very special event will be the 43rd. It is a wonderful achievement that so many of those that attend can lay claim to have attended most if not all of the previous ‘Beerex’s’ but it’s also great to see so many younger supporters discovering Beerex and now returning year after year. Tickets will be available for all BEEREX sessions whilst stocks last on a first come first served basis at the Farnham Maltings from 8am-9am on Sunday 10th February. Any remaining tickets will be available to purchase online via the Farnham Lions website and also from the Maltings Box Office from 11th February whilst stocks last.

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WIN... a meal for two at the Wellington Arms up to a value of £50 Having sat in decline for over two years, the all-new Wellington Arms in Stratfield Turgis has finally re-opened following its sale to award-winning local pub company Red Mist Leisure and a £2.5 million refurbishment. Situated on the Hampshire/Berkshire border within the Wellington Estate, The Wellington Arms is a family-friendly pub, offering the perfect combination of a traditional English pub with relaxed and modern design. The pub has a strong emphasis on fresh, locally sourced and seasonal ingredients with which to create its menus by award-winning Head Chef Jay Williams. January saw the opening of its 25 boutique bedrooms and event space. For more information, visit www.wellingtonarmshampshire.co.uk. To win a meal for two up to the value of £50, please answer the following question: Q: On which estate is the Wellington Arms situated? Please enter online at www.vantagepointmag.co.uk by 28th February 2019.

WIN... a family day at the Spectrum Leisure Complex in Guildford Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex provides families with the complete leisure experience, and all under one roof! There is an amazing variety of activities to keep you and your family entertained all year round. Guildford Spectrum houses an Olympic-sized ice rink, which is the coolest place to have fun in Guildford. You’ll also find 4 different swimming pools which include a leisure pool which is packed full of slides and has a wave machine and a dedicated diving pool. That’s not all - Guildford Spectrum has the ultimate family fun experience: a massive 32-lane tenpin bowling alley. All these amazing activities and more can be booked online at www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk. To win a family day out, please answer the following question: Q: How many swimming pools does the Spectrum have? Please enter online at www.vantagepointmag.co.uk by 28th February 2019. 4 persons (max 2 adults) to enjoy 2 out of the 3 options, ice skating, swimming or bowling. Use before April 30th 2019.

WIN... a meal for two at the Wheatsheaf, Farnham up to a value of £50 The Wheatsheaf is a relaxed, contemporary pub with a focus on fresh, locally produced and seasonal food and drink in the heart of Farnham, with its very own secret garden. This independent pub and restaurant holds its 'field-to-fork' ethos central to its operation, with strong relationships with local farms, breweries and vineyards to ensure its food and drink quality remains second-to-none. Serving locally brewed, fresh ales from Tilford Brewery and Hogs Back Brewery, locally distilled gins and award-winning Surrey wines, makes it an ideal, lively place to meet friends for drinks, catch up over morning coffee and enjoy exceptional British food every day of the week. To win a meal for two up to the value of £50, please answer the following question: Q: Name one of the breweries that supplies the Wheatsheaf. Please enter online at www.vantagepointmag.co.uk by 28th February 2019. TERMS & CONDITIONS OF ENTRY: By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine, Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering. You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties. The prizes are nontransferable and have no cash alternative. Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU, KT and RH postcode.

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