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I hear a huge sigh of relief as students around the country finish their GCSE and A Level exams. It’s a stressful time of year for students and parents alike and in my experience the vast majority of kids work incredibly hard to achieve success. No exam takers among the grandchildren this year, but two taking GCSEs and one taking A Levels next year! Jottings are relatively quiet this month, as is usual for July; however there are still plenty of events to entertain as we get into holiday mode. The Surrey Hills Singing School Saturday 1st July 6pm They will be holding their annual summer family concert at Cranleigh Village Hall. This concert features the Surrey Hills Singers (Mum’s Choir), Young Voices and Training Choir and has a programme suitable for all the family to enjoy, including many well-known songs such as Hakuna Matata, Flashlight, Singing in the Rain and Skyfall. Tickets are adults £10 and children £4 and available on the door or by emailing debbie@surreyhills-choirs.co.uk. Canine First Aid Course Saturday 1st July 10.30am The Canine First Aid Company runs lifesaving canine first aid courses that can prepare anyone to save a dog’s life. Taking place in Elstead, this course costs £55. For further information on the course and the contents, please visit www.thecaninefirstaidco.uk/thecourse.html. For more information or to book, please call 01992 830160.

Albury Vineyard - Indian Nibbles and Wine Tasting Saturday 1st July 6pm-8pm The perfect class to spice up your taste buds! The event begins with a glass of award-winning Albury Estate sparkling and welcome from vineyard owner Nick, followed by an interactive session designed to demonstrate the principles of food and wine matching. Alongside taster plates of three delicious North Indian dishes will be samples of six wines, each chosen to complement and wash down the Indian spices. Learn how spices like cumin, coriander and pepper and tamarind flavours can change the way we taste wine. Equipped with this knowledge, you will be ready to explore into your journey of wine tasting with Indian cuisine! Bookings can be made via the Surrey Wine School website www.surreywineschool.com/product_info.php?id=392. Cream Tea to help fight blindness Sunday 2nd July 2pm By popular demand they are again arranging a delicious cream tea to raise money for research into a cure for RP. Listen to live music courtesy of the Once in the Blue Moon, traditional Jazz Band. There will be a magician and a Punch & Judy show to entertain the children plus a raffle with great prizes. There will also again be a wonderful creative embroidery exhibition. Do try and get along; it will be held at Hascombe Recreation Ground and admission is free. Godalming Choral Society Concert Sunday 2nd July 7.30pm Godalming Choral Society will be performing a selection Regain the use of your conservatory

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Cranleigh Sub Aqua Club Tuesday 4th July 7.30pm The first dive of the season took place in May at Kimmeridge Bay, with 11 diving from their RIB Raffles. More dives planned throughout the summer along the South coast, to the Isle of Man and Hope Cove, Devon. They meet on Tuesdays, at Cranleigh Sports Centre Pool and go to Cranleigh Sports and Social Club to relax afterwards. Newcomers or returning divers from any agency are all welcome. See their website for more details www. cranleighsubaqauclub.co.uk. Bumps and Babies Meetup Group at Cranleigh Arts Centre Tuesday 4th July The Bumps and Babies Meetup Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 2pm to 3pm. All new parents of under 1's and parents to be are invited to go along and meet up for a chat, cuppa and colouring (optional but fun) in a friendly environment, hosted by Jane who has over 20 years’ experience of working with new parents. It’s free! Ockford-Godalming WI Wednesday 5th July 2pm The group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at the Scout and Guide Headquarters, Seymour Road, off Eashing Lane, Godalming. At the next meeting, there will be a talk entitled ‘The Slow Train to Damascus’ by Paul Whittle, followed by a strawberry tea. On the 2nd August there will

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Horticultural Highlights During the warmer months, RHS Garden Wisley bursts into life with vibrant colours and stunning planting schemes at their best. Here’s three ‘must-see’ displays for summer 2017: 1.The Mixed Borders In summer, these borders are one of RHS Garden Wisley’s main attractions. In their full glory from July, the plants mingle effortlessly to produce an intriguing display of colour and form, height and structure. 2.The Bowes Lyon Rose Garden Summer is a fascinating time when you can see the Bowes-Lyon Rose rose garden at its very best. Visitors will find roses of all shapes, sizes, colours and fragrances in this beautiful area of the garden. 3.Exotic Garden From July, an exciting new garden showcasing tropical and exotic-looking plants will open to visitors, providing an immersive, jungle-like atmosphere. July 2017

Filled with impressive flowers and large juicy leaves of bananas, cannas, palms and much more, this new garden is a must-see.

Fun for all the Family To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Enid Blyton’s first book from The Famous Five series, RHS Garden Wisley has created a programme of activities based around the much-loved books to keep children entertained all summer long.

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The star attraction will be the ‘The Famous Five on a Garden Adventure’ trail for young explorers, which runs from 22 July-3 September 2017. The trail was developed to encourage children to share Enid Blyton’s passion for the great outdoors by following its self-guided trail around the garden. Children taking part will be tasked with helping The Famous Five to find Uncle Quentin, who has gone missing on a horticultural research mission, with clues to discover and puzzles to solve along the way. The 11th August marks another special anniversary for Enid Blyton, as it would be the author’s 120th birthday. To celebrate the occasion, RHS Garden Wisley is hosting a mass picnic party in the beautiful surroundings of the garden. There’s no need to book, visitors just need to come along with a picnic on the day to join the fun. Other fun activities will be running daily at the garden, such as craft and music sessions, as well as puppet and creepy crawly shows.

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Images clockwise from left: Cottage Garden in Summer at RHS Garden Wisley. Copyright ©RHS, Lee Beel; Visitors walk along the Mixed Borders in summer at RHS Garden Wisley. Copyright RHS, Georgi Mabee; The Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden in Summer at RHS Garden Wisley. Both © RHS RHS, Lee Beel.

Celebrate Summer Making the most of the warmer and longer days, RHS Garden Wisley is hosting a range of events that enable visitors to experience the garden from a different point of view: • Wisley Late Evenings On 23rd June, 21st July, and 11th August, visitors can enjoy a late-evening opening of the flagship RHS Garden, and experience the tranquillity of Wisley after hours. Last entry 8pm. • Summer Nights Open-Air Cinema On 14th-15th July an open-air cinema will screen classic movies Grease and Top Gun under the stars. Pre-booking is required. • Arts Fest Enjoy a weekend of artistic celebrations in the garden from 15th-16th July, including live music, poetry, theatre performances, as well as demonstrations and workshops from The Surrey Guild of Craftsmen. • Surrey Sculpture Trail Running from 19th August to 24th September, Wisley will provide the beautiful backdrop to a display of contemporary and traditional inspirational sculptures from some of the South East’s finest established and emerging artists. All will be available to purchase. • 25 years of the RHS Wisley Flower Show To celebrate 25 years of the RHS Garden Wisley Flower 10

Show, the visitor attraction will host a six-day floral extravaganza from 5th-10th September. The event will feature a record number of nurseries and trade stands to make it the best show yet. Visitors can also gain access to expert advice and browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show medal winners, along with other specialist nurseries. Garden trade stands will also be showcasing their top quality plants and garden sundries for guests to browse. Visitors will also be able to see the stunning floral display by the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies (NAFAS). Entry into the Flower Show is free to RHS members. With an exciting summer season ahead, why not take the opportunity to spend time in the fresh-air, have fun, and pick up some gardening inspiration along the way? FIND OUT MORE Normal garden entry applies; events and activities are suitable for all the family. Further information about RHS Garden Wisley, including booking information and full event listings, can be found at www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley.

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Celebrating Years of Cycling Tony Upfold on the Guildford-based Cycling UK, the world’s oldest transport organisation. Millions of people around the globe are toasting a very special birthday this summer – none more so than those who work at the Guildford home of the world’s oldest transport organisation. On 12th June 1817, German baron Karl von Drais demonstrated his latest invention, the draisienne – a two-wheeled horseless vehicle propelled by its rider. From the humble beginnings of the good baron’s ‘running machine’, the bicycle was born. And that’s a 200th birthday worth celebrating from the point of view of

Cycling UK, the national cycling charity based at Parklands in Railton Road, Guildford. Originally called the Bicycle Touring Club on its formation in the era of the penny-farthing, Cycling UK has been promoting cycling and protecting cyclists since 1878, nearly two decades before the RAC was founded. By 1883, the organisation had become the Cyclists’ Touring Club – to appease the many early members who rode tricycles – and in April last year CTC entered a new era when it rebranded as Cycling UK. Since those far-off days of the Victorian cycling pioneers, oil-powered lamps have given way to LED lights, the old

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• 1888: Legal right agreed for cycles to use the roads as ‘carriages’ – dubbed “the cyclists’ Magna Carta” at the time.

• 1885: London’s Richmond and Regent’s parks opened to cyclists – a forerunner of Cycling UK’s Space for Cycling campaign today.

• 1898: Landlady of the Hautboy Hotel in Ockham, Surrey, taken to court for refusing to serve CTC member Lady Harberton because she was wearing ‘Rational Dress’ – baggy knickerbockers and a jacket. The case was lost but led to more women’s cycling groups and was a milestone on the road to female emancipation. Fast forward 119 years, and Cycling UK’s Women’s Festival of Cycling is taking place throughout the whole of July 2017.

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CTC uniform of dark green serge jacket, knickerbockers and peaked helmet has morphed into figure-hugging Lycra (some would say for the worse), while cloth-backed maps and sepia-tint photographs have developed into GPS and GoPro. But one thing hasn’t changed: Cycling UK’s role as the voice of the everyday cyclist. Today, the organisation has 65,000 members - many hundreds of them in Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire – with 130 member groups and more than 600 affiliate groups across the country putting on thousands of rides each year. It also organises nationwide projects such as the Big Bike Revival and Bike Week in a bid to get millions more people in local communities cycling, helping to counter the nation’s growing obesity crisis and ease pollution in the process. Channel 4 News presenter Jon Snow, Cycling UK’s President, said: “Rebranding from CTC to Cycling UK last year provided a more appropriate reflection of what we do and what we are as an organisation in the modern era. Cycle touring is, and always will be, a fundamentally important part of Cycling UK and will continue to be the first love for many of our 65,000 members.

Images from above Pennyfarthing rider with CTC members, probably taken in the early 20th century; CTC organised the first Cyclists Special rail excursions in 1955; cyclists on the Downs Link.

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common land and – in Surrey’s case – more trees than any other county in England. The North Downs Way dissects the region, or, if you prefer your off-road cycling a little flatter, there’s always the Downs Link from Guildford to Shoreham-on-Sea, plus towpaths alongside the River Wey and Basingstoke Canal. West Surrey CTC is Cycling UK’s official local group for the area, with members who live in or around Guildford, Woking, Godalming, Farnham, Haslemere, Camberley and Frimley. They offer mainly on-road rides at a range of speeds and over a variety of distances. Fleet Cycling and CTC West Sussex are also member groups, while G-BUG – the Guildford Bike User Group – campaigns to make Guildford safer for cycling and is affiliated to Cycling UK. Other affiliated groups can be found in Farnham, Farnborough, North Camp, Alton, Aldershot, Bordon and Whitehill, Dorking, Horsley, Woking, Ash, Cranleigh, Leatherhead and Midhurst. You’re spoiled for choice! Inclusive cycling is also a cause close to the charity’s heart. As Chief Executive Paul Tuohy said: “For nearly 140 years, we have championed a simple belief – that cycling is a wonderful gift that should remain accessible and available to all. Where there are barriers, we provide ways to overcome them.” To that end, Cycling UK supports vital projects such as Alice Holt Inclusive Cycling, near Farnham, where a team of volunteers devote their time and energy to help people with disabilities to enjoy cycling in a safe environment on a range of speciallyadapted cycles. The Alton Cardiac Rehab cycling group is another venture which plays a beneficial role in the local community. The brainchild of medical student Stanley Cotterell, the Bicycle Touring Club 16

was launched in Harrogate on 5 August, 1878. After many years based in London, the organisation moved its national HQ in 1966 to 69 Meadrow, Godalming – named ‘Cotterell House’ after the founder. In addition to the biggest rebranding exercise in its illustrious history in April last year, Cycling UK also celebrated the 10th anniversary of its move from Godalming to its current home in Guildford. About 30 staff now work at the office in Parklands, while there is also a Cycling UK team in Scotland plus a network of Cycling Development Officers across the country. The organisation’s principal stated objective from day one was: “To promote, assist and protect the use of bicycles, tricycles and other similar vehicles on the public roads.” That aspiration is as true and relevant today as it was then. Paul Tuohy added: “Cycling UK’s vision is for a healthier, happier and cleaner world because more people cycle – and joining our charity is a great way to find fun, friendship and fitness through the freedom that riding a bike brings.” So it’s thank you to Baron Von Drais for his marvellous invention, and a quick note of gratitude to Scottish blacksmith Kirkpatrick Macmillan, who added pedals to the old ‘hobbyhorse’ in 1839. Here’s to the next 200 years! FIND OUT MORE Please Visit thevisit website www.cyclinguk.org at www.cyclinguk.org for more information.

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Ewhurst Horticultural Society Saturday 8th July They will be holding their 124th Summer Show in Ewhurst Village Hall. It’s open to the public from 2.30pm with raffle and auction of produce. Show entries include vegetables, fruit, plants, flowers, photography, cooking, flower arranging, handicraft and children’s classes. Full details can be found on their website www.ewhursthortsoc.org.uk or phone Zoe on 01483 277960.

Gospel Choirs Concert Saturday 8th July Three Surrey Community Gospel Choirs will be giving a free, non-ticketed concert in Guildford Baptist Church in Guildford GU2 4BE. The Guildford Gospel Choir is for all ages and stages and doesn’t hold auditions. They meet on Wednesdays from 7.30 to 9.15pm at the Baptist Church and there is always a live band. Do pop along for a free taster.

Godalming Town History Walk Saturday 8th July 2.30pm If you missed the May walk this is a second chance to learn about Godalming’s Industrial past through its architecture and to finish the walk looking at the timber framed buildings in Church Street. No booking required, it is free, just turn up at the Pepperpot. For more details contact info@ thegodalmingtrust.org.uk.

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Cranleigh Decorative & Fine Arts Society Soon to be known as The Arts Society - Cranleigh What is this Society – and what do they do? Through talks, visits, guided tours, and holidays, the society focuses on promoting interest and appreciation of a whole range of art, which includes architecture, music, paintings, photography, gardens, furniture and more. The range is huge. In reality, the stories behind the art are very often biographical and also give insight into social or political history. The 10 talks per year These are given by specialists in their field, all knowledgeable and skilled professionals. Some examples include Wren’s Churches, Faber and Faber – the publishers, The Wallace Collection, The Harp in Regency times, Stained Glass and the use of light in painting. Special Interest days and holidays The Interest Days are held on a Saturday twice per year and we have two or three talks on the same general subject, enabling us to grasp a more detailed picture – The Huguenots, The Romanovs, Michelangelo, and Georgia O’Keefe. The two group holidays in 2017 are ‘The Art and History of Liverpool’ and ‘A Taste of Medieval Italy’ based around Bologna.

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70 Great Reasons to STAYCATION in Godalming A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Godalming Town Council is delighted to launch its 8th annual Staycation with an even bigger range of exciting and fun activities for individuals and families to try. All Staycation activities are either free or at a specially discounted Staycation price, with the added bonus that they are all really close to home so you don’t have to worry about expensive travelling costs. We are delighted to welcome back regular favourites such as canoeing, tennis, swimming, children’s cookery classes, fishing, bowling, brass band lessons and your chance to star in a Panto or the Opera!, New activities for 2017 include: a demonstration of how to make a beautiful flower arrangement by a National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies demonstrator, Biospirals Chi Kung class, baby ballet (tutus provided), dowse for health, a willow-weaving workshop where you can make a willow bird, as well rambling in Godalming. You can even learn to play the Ukulele and if you like cycling there are 3 cycle rides to choose from, which include teenagers, adults and even a ride for “portly” dads!!! A special treat this year comes from Changing Perceptions, located in the Upper High Street, who will be running an upcycling paint workshop. For those who like a waltz or foxtrot join our tea dance and meet Victoria Hill, ex-international ballroom competitive dancer, who has competed alongside Anton Du Beck and others from Strictly Come Dancing, and if that’s not energetic enough, there’s even a family fitness boot-camp! Staycation week starts on Saturday, 5 August with the TST Staycation Live Music Festival at the Bandstand. On Saturday, 12 August, Godalming Town Council’s brand new event “DOGALMING” will be taking place at Aaron’s Hill between 12 – 4pm. Bring your four-legged best friend and enter into the fun. Categories include Best Puppy, Best Family Dog, Best Dressed, Best Veteran and Best in Show. Entries are on the day with prizes kindly donated by Nestlé Purina. Canine Partners will demonstrate what their amazing charity does to transform the lives of people with physical disabilities. There will also be a family fete with side shows, Punch & Judy, children’s rides, hog roast, face-painting, tea tent and more. With its wealth of National Trust Properties, the River Wey, sports facilities, historic and cultural places of interest, along with delightful countryside walks, great pubs, restaurants and a superb range of unique and individual shops, Godalming really is a fine place to spend your holiday time. I hope you enjoy browsing the Staycation programme and find something that you would like to do. Whether you try something familiar or something new, please do mention Staycation when making a booking for a Staycation event or activity. Finally and importantly, I’d like to thank the many organisations and individuals who have contributed so generously in helping to create the Staycation programme. Without their generosity of time and resource it would not have been possible to have so many different activities which provide for all age ranges. I very much look forward to seeing you throughout Staycation week. Councillor Simon Thornton Godalming Town Mayor For all up to date Staycation information please go www.godalming-tc.gov.uk/staycation

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SATURDAY 5th AUGUST

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Evening Tennis

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 7pm-8pm, 5th-13th August Daily evening tennis, only £2.50 per visit (usually £5). Please book in advance on 01483 239600 quoting Staycation. kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk www.charterhouseclub.co.uk

Free Bowls Taster Session

Godalming & Farncombe Bowling Club Phillips Memorial Park, 10am-1pm Godalming & Farncombe Bowling Club are offering free taster sessions for all ages. Qualified coaches on hand to guide you into the sport. Please wear flat soled shoes by request of the greenkeepers. We can also provide coaching sessions during the week by arrangement. Contact Roger on 07704 652162 roger.humphrey1@googlemail.com www.gobo.org.uk

Godalming Fire Station Open Day

“A Postcard from Godalming”

Pop down and meet your friendly firemen at the local station.

An exhibition by Stephen Goddard of old postcards of Godalming and paintings inspired by them, accompanied by free drop-in activitites for all ages. Children must be supervised.

Bridge Road, Godalming 10am-4pm

Family Bootcamp

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 8am-9am Special Staycation Offer: Bootcamp is an outdoor activity so please bring appropriate clothing for the weather. £3 per person (usually £10) - please quote Staycation when booking on 01483 239600. Min age 11 and a medical questionnaire must be completed. kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk www.charterhouseclub.co.uk

Free Tennis Sessions

Godalming Lawn Tennis Club, Broadwater Park Various dates

Godalming Museum To the 3rd September, 10am-5pm (Tues to Sat)

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Godalming Shiatsu ‘Biospirals Chi Kung’ Class

Broadwater Park Community Centre, Summers Road 9am-10.30am Calming and flowing movements from the ancient Chinese practice to relax and strengthen body and mind. Suitable for all levels of ability and fitness. Please wear comfortable clothes that you can bend and stretch in. All ages welcome, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult.

Contact Debbie on 07810 703960 Join a 2-hour adult club session free of charge. Email debbieheaney@gmail.com Balls and good company provided. Just bring www.godalmingshiatsu.co.uk/home/biospirals a racquet and wear suitable clothing. Times available on website below. Prior booking required. Aged 18 and over. Splash Time Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS info@godalmingtennis.co.uk 3pm-5pm, 5th-13th August Contact Chris on 07801 005628 www.godalmingtennis.co.uk/club-sessions

Canoe Taster Day

The Wharf, Godalming (opposite Sainsbury’s) 10am-4pm Go Godalming Youth Canoe Club are offering a free ‘try your hand at canoeing’ day. No need to book just turn up. 10yrs - 100yrs, but should be able to swim 15m. Contact Pete Harris on 07505 558399

Test the water at Charterhouse Club’s 25m swimming pool. Lane ropes out, giant floats in, happy splashing for children and adults. Special Staycation Offer:

Non-members’ charge £2 per person per swim (please arrive early for session to fill in brief registration form). For the safety and comfort of all swimmers, please adhere to all instructions from lifeguards and pool notices - see website timetable for more information. Please quote Staycation when booking. One adult may bring two under 8 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

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Free Tennis Coaching

SATURDAY 5th AUGUST

West Surrey Tennis Club, Station Lane, Milford GU8 5AF at entrance to West Surrey Golf Club Under 8s - 2pm-3pm Under 10s - 3pm-4pm Under 13s - 4pm-5pm

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Come and try Angling!

An hour’s free tennis coaching for children between 6 and 12 years old. Let us know if you need to borrow a racquet.

Marsh Farm, Station Lane, Milford GU8 5AE Registration at 8.45am; 9am-12 noon This is a free taster day for anyone who would like to give fishing a go. Bait and tackle are provided by the club as are all licences and permits. Bring sensible clothing for being outside (check the weather). Ages 5-15. Booking essential, please quote Staycation. Email info@godalminganglingsociety.co.uk Phone Bill Harris on 01932 785005 www.godalminganglingsociety.co.uk

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Children’s Crafty Cinema Borough Hall, Godalming

2pm - Crafts 3pm-5pm - Film ‘Ballerina’ Children 3+ years, must be accompanied. www.waverley.gov.uk/cinema Box office 01483 523004/01483 523071

Slimming World

Wilfrid Noyce Centre, 8.30am and 10.30am

Staycation Live - Day 1

Special Staycation Offer: Come and find out about losing weight eating TST Live and Godalming Town Council present Staycation real food for people with real appetites! No pressure to join but we will provide a free gift Live 2017. Community music festival with locally-sourced bag if you mention Staycation.

The Bandstand, Phillips Memorial Park, 12 noon-7pm

food and drink, activities and workshops for all ages. www.staycationlivefestival.co.uk

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SUNDAY 6th AUGUST

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Godalming Jazz Choir Café Mila, Godalming 7.15pm-8.45pm

This is a vocal workshop that will be fun and enjoyable for people of all ages and abilities. You will learn a song and be able to sing it by the end of the session with other members of Godalming Jazz Choir! All ages. godalmingjazzchoir@yahoo.co.uk www.godalmingjazzchoir.com

Music in the Park

The Bandstand, Phillips Memorial Park 12 noon to 6pm Staycation Live Concert - Day 2 Presented by TST Live and Go Godalming All concerts are free. Why not bring your own garden chairs and a picnic. In the event of very wet weather, concerts will be held in the nearby Godalming Parish Church.

Broadwater Biathlon

Godalming Leisure Centre, Summers Road A swimming and running event for all ages and abilities. Please email enquiries@godalmingleisurecentre.co.uk to register your interest and for further information. 01483 410500 www.placesforpeopleleisure.org/centres/godalming-leisure-centre

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Godalming & Haslemere Ramblers Walk

SUNDAY 6th AUGUST

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Meadrow Car Park GU7 3JG at 10am prompt

Family Friendly Bike Ride

Broadwater Park (Nursery Road entrance) 11am-2pm Join our family friendly bike ride to Shalford Park for a picnic (bring your own). Approx 6 mile round trip on quiet roads and traffic-free paths. All ages and abilities but children must be supervised. Bring a roadworthy bike and suitable clothing. Pace will be of the slowest rider. Contact Roland on 07425 139511

Join us for a 6.5 mile circular walk with some hills from Catteshall to Thorncombe Street and Eastwater. Drinks option afterwards at The Manor Inn. Wear sturdy footwear and bring a waterproof. Registered assistance dogs only. Over 18s. Contact Alan Hines on 07816 579615 Email a.a.hines@btinternet.com www.gandhramblers.org.uk

* Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis Coaching at West Surrey Tennis Club * Free Tennis Sessions, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

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MONDAY 7th AUGUST

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Mini Upcycling Paint Workshop Changing Perceptions, 133 High Street 2.30pm

Come and learn the basic skills necessary for ageing and distressing furniture at our friendly workshop in Godalming using FRENCHIC Furniture Paint. Sessions will run alongside our usual workshop activities. No experience necessary, just come along to have some fun and learn a new skill. Refreshments and aprons provided. Spaces limited so please call to book. Ages 10 and upwards, children must be accompanied. Call Fiona on 01483 420436 changingperceptions@meath.org.uk www.changingperceptions.org.uk

Five-day Kids’ Canoe Course

An Introduction to Handbell Ringing

The Lammas Bell Ringers, The Octagon, Ss Peter & Paul Church 10.30am-11.30am A hands-on experience on how to ring handbells alongside other interested participants during a morning session for about an hour. All equipment is provided. This event is free, just come along in casual clothing and enjoy making music together. 20-25 participants per session. First come, first served, please confirm attendance. Contact Peter Davies on 01483 416177 or email janetdavies6132@gmail.com www.lammashandbellringers.wordpress.com

* Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club

Go Godalming Youth Canoe Club See Saturday 5th August for details The Wharf, Godalming (opposite Sainsbury’s) 5.30pm-7.30pm Monday 7th to Friday 11th August A 5-day course to teach children aged 10-14 the basics of canoeing. The cost is £20 for one child (and £10 per subsequent child) payable on day one (please note you will be signing up for all 5 days). Limited to 16 places, first come, first served. You must be able to swim 15m. Booking essential. Water based sport course, please wear soft/waterproof shoes/plimsoles so feet can fit comfortably in craft. Windproof cag also advisable, wetsuits optional. Book your place by contacting Pete Harris on 07505 558399 Email peter.harris1767@ntlworld.com

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MONDAY 7th AUGUST

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Horse-Drawn River Trip

Godalming Packet Boat Company Godalming Wharf (opposite Sainsbury’s) at 2pm A 2-hour horse-drawn boat trip along the River Wey aboard Iona. Special Staycation Offer: Adults £9 and Children and Seniors £8. Ring and book your place first on 01483 414938 OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

TUESDAY 8th AUGUST

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Learn to Make Eton Mess Bel & The Dragon, Godalming 10am-11.30am

Learn to make the classic Bel & The Dragon Eton Mess; one of Britain’s favourite summer puddings. Due to a limited number of 30 spaces pre-booking is essential. We ask that parents kindly accompany and supervise their children for the duration. Aprons will not be provided so please dress your children appropriately and bring a container if you wish to take your creation home with you. Ages 7-11 years. Tel: 01483 527333 manager@belandthedragon-godalming.co.uk www.belandthedragon.co.uk

Come and Try a Brass Instrument

The Bandstand, Phillips Memorial Park 2pm-4pm Come and find out what it takes to play a brass instrument and have a go from the range of instruments we’ll have for you to try. Drop in anytime. Ages 10-16. In case of wet weather go to Ss Peter & Paul Parish Church. Email keithandjulie@rowling.plus.com www.godalmingband.co.uk

Weight Watchers

Broadwater Park Community Centre, 10am-11am Godalming United Church, Bridge Road, 7pm-8pm

Free Football Training

Kickstart Coaching UK/Milford Pumas YFC Rodborough Technology College 9am-12.30pm Football training in a fun and safe environment including skills training and fun games; bring football boots/appropriate footwear for grass, shin pads, rain jacket, water and snacks. 4-9 years. Phone to book your place on 07748 406647 kickstart-coaching.uk@outlook.com www.kickstart-coaching-uk.com

Cricket for Girls

Farncombe Wanderers Cricket Club Summers Road (adjacent to Leisure Centre) 2pm-3.30pm Fair weather permitting (ie not raining) we will offer a girls’ cricket taster session to include batting, fielding, bowling and a game-based activity if enough come. Comfy clothes and trainers should be worn but all equipment will be provided. 5-14 years. Contact Carolyn Dawkins on 07748 152875 Email carolynphleb@aol.com www.farncombewanderers.co.uk

You Ukes

Unitarian Hall, Meadrow GU7 3JB 4pm, 5pm, 6pm and a Jam at 7pm Drop-in 45 minute Ukelele sessions with a Jam at 7pm. Ukeleles are the easiest instruments to learn and are very affordable. Playing music and singing together is really fun. Ukeleles are available to borrow or bring your own. Cost £2 per session. Contact Shirley on 07771 757163 www.you-ukes.org.uk

Badminton Social

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 6.30pm-8.30pm

Say yes to success with Weight Watchers! More than just a healthy eating and physical activity plan. Free goodie bag for all new members when you mention Staycation.

Special Staycation Offer: £1.50 per person, usually £3 Please book in advance, quote Staycation.

Telephone 07879 420595 Email ccampbell@weight-watchers.co.uk www.weightwatcherslocal.co.uk

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TUESDAY 8th AUGUST

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Intro to Cricket

Godalming Cricket Club, Holloway Hill 10am-1pm Children and adults welcome to attend our Intro to Cricket taster session. Email nikkidw85@hotmail.co.uk www.godalmingcc.co.uk

Cross Country Bike Ride

Rodborough School - main entrance 6.30pm A guided cross country circular bike ride for “fat dads” starting at Rodborough School heading off-road across to Witley and Thursley commons and then to a pub for refreshments. 2-4 hours depending on pub visit. Technical support provided. If raining, bring wet weathers and expect to get muddy! Age range: be a dad, and fat is good. Contact Patrick on 07774 803851 www.gearedupcycles.com

Godalming Flower Club

Free Croquet Taster Day

Guildford & Godalming Croquet Club Broadwater Sports Club, Guildford Road GU7 3DH 2pm-5pm Croquet is a great game for adults and older children. Come and join us for a fun afternoon to learn the game of croquet helped by experienced players. All equipment is provided - you just need to be wearing flat shoes/trainers. Suitable for adults and children over 10, accompanied by an adult.

Broadwater Park Community Centre 11am-12 noon and 2pm-3pm Graham King, NAFA’s area demonstrator, will talk and show how to arrange flowers, producing a wonderful arrangement to inspire you into flower arranging yourself. 12 years and over. Email lindatompkins42@gmail.com www.godalmingflowerclub.com

Contact Andrea Huxley on 01483 415472 www.guildfordandgodalmingcroquetclub.co.uk

Binscombe Walk for Health Ladywell Convent Open Afternoon

Ashstead Lane, Godalming, 2pm-4pm Visit a lovely old manor house with its beautiful chapel, meet some of the sisters and hear about the history of their mission, tour the house and garden and then enjoy a scrumptious cream tea. All ages welcome. Contact Sister Frances at frances_hall@hotmail.com www.fmdminternational.co.uk

Family Bootcamp

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 10.45am-11.30am Special Staycation Offer: Bootcamp is an outdoor activity so please bring appropriate clothing for the weather. £3 per person (usually £10) - please quote Staycation when booking on 01483 239600. Min age 11 and a medical questionnaire must be completed. kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk www.charterhouseclub.co.uk

Broadwater Park Lower Car Park 10.30am (new walker registration at 10.15) Binscombe Medical Centre, under the guidance of Dr Karen Jones, have recently started a weekly Walking for Health group. Meet in the corner of the car park near the tennis courts for a short 30 minute walk around the lake and park before retiring to the Leisure Centre where refreshments can be purchased. Free and open to all, just turn up!

* Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis Sessions, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club * “A Postcard from Godalming” at Godalming Museum See Saturday 5th August for details * An Introduction to Handbell Ringing * Mini Paint Upcycling Workshop * Free Football Training with Kickstart/Milford Pumas See Monday 7th August for details

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WEDNESDAY 9th AUGUST

Pool Inflatable Session

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Willow Weaving with Willow Twisters Phillips Memorial Park 10am-3pm

A drop-in workshop to include weaving ‘willow fish on a rod’ and ‘willow bird feeders’. A make and take willow craft activity. 4 years and over, smaller children must be accompanied.

Godalming Leisure Centre, Summers Road 10am-12 noon Visit the Leisure Centre for a pool inflatable session. Two sessions available, please call to book. Limited spaces, subject to a swim test. For 8 years and over. Call to reserve your place on 01483 410500 Enquiries@godalmingleisurecentre.co.uk

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Canoe and Kayak on the River Wey

Location will be at GDSCC hut on river behind Homebase 6.30pm-8.15pm Kayaks/canoes, paddles and buoyancy aids will be provided. Bring a kagoule or light waterproof top and recommend you bring a towel and change of clothes. Plimsoll type shoes must be worn (no crocs or flip-flops) and preferably no jeans. Ages 7 to 80, must be able to swim! No booking required - first come, first served. All the family welcome to have a go. Email hodgsonrib@aol.com Jo Jingles Broadwater Park Community Centre Session 1: 10.30am-11.15am Session 2: 11.30am-12.15pm Come to a music and movement activity session. Session 1 is for walking toddlers to 6 years old. Session 2 is for under 1 year olds. Siblings welcome to both. Contact Wendy on 07789 815755 Email wendyjojingles@hotmail.com www.jojingles.com/guildford-2-godalming

Baby Ballet

Broadwater Park Community Centre Session 1: 9.45am-10.15am Session 2: 12.30pm-1pm

Free Karate Lesson

Borough Hall Children from 6 years 6pm-7pm Teens and adults 7pm-9pm Try your first Karate lesson for free with Godalming Karate Club. Drop in and meet the Sensei for your free introduction. Call 01252 723642 or email Terry_wado@tiscali.co.uk www.premierkaratedowadokai.com

Find Out How to Dowse The Burys, 10am-4pm

The ancient art of discovery can be done by just about anyone once you know how! Join Waverley Dowsers at their stand between 10am and 4pm to learn how to locate underground water and the site of the old railway workers’ cottages. All materials provided, no charge, accompanied children welcome. Contact Mike on 01252 541639 mike.haxeltine@talktalk.net www.waverleydowsers.co.uk * Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * “A Postcard from Godalming” at Godalming Museum * Splash Time at Charterhouse Club

Baby ballet with Milford and Brook School of Dance. See Saturday 5th August for details 2.5-5 years. Siblings welcome. Tutus provided. Contact Becky on 07891 426346 Email beckybradbury@gmail.com

JUMPCE!

Broadwater School Sports Centre Studio 6.55pm or 8pm JUMPCE! is a fun cardio fitness class. Jump and dance on minitrampolines to energising tunes. You will need to wear trainers with a good grip and bring a large bottle of water. There are only 10 places per session so please book in advance. Each session lasts 45-50 minutes. Ages 13 and over. www.facebook.com/JumpceKaren Email JumpceKaren@gmail.com

Children’s Crafty Cinema Borough Hall, Godalming

2pm - Crafts 3pm-5pm - Film ‘LEGO Batman’ Children 3+ years, must be accompanied. www.waverley.gov.uk/cinema Box office 01483 523004/01483 523071

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Ukulele Music at the Denningberg

THURSDAY 10th AUGUST

Denningberg Centre, Bridge Street, 12.30pm-2pm Come and enjoy some ukulele music at the Denningberg Centre. Tea and biscuits provided at 1.30pm. Ages 55 and over. Tel 01483 422027

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Learn to Make Eton Mess Bel & The Dragon, Godalming 10th August, 10am-11.30am

Cross Country Bike Ride

Rodborough School - main entrance 6.30pm A guided cross country bike ride for teenagers and adults starting at Rodborough School exploring Witley and Thursley commons (off-road). Approx 2 hours. Technical support provided for punctures and breakdowns. If raining, bring wet weathers and expect to get muddy! 13+. Contact Patrick on 07774 803851 www.gearedupcycles.com

Come and Try a Brass Instrument

Weight Watchers

The Bandstand, Phillips Memorial Park 2pm-4pm

Say yes to success with Weight Watchers! Free goodie bag for all new members when you mention Staycation.

Come and find out what it takes to play a brass instrument and have a go from the range of instruments we’ll have for you to try. Drop in anytime. Ages 10-16. in case of wet weather please go to Ss Peter & Paul Parish Church.

Burton Pavilion, Milford Heath Road GU8 5BP 6.15pm-7.15pm

Telephone 07879 420595 Email ccampbell@weight-watchers.co.uk

Football Coaching Sessions

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Godalming Town Football Club, Wey Court, Meadrow GU7 3JE 10am-12 noon, registration from 9am A fun event for boys and girls 5-12 years to receive coaching from our own coaching staff. Please bring football kit and boots plus sun screen and water. Max 50. Please call John Payne on 07786 029820 or email jpayne7745@aol.com to reserve a place www.godalmingtownfc.co.uk/gt/

Bowls for Fun

Holloway Hill Bowling Club, Recreation Ground Access via Grosvenor Road or Busbridge Lane 2pm-4.30pm Come along with enthusiasm for an afternoon of fun and comraderie. All you need is enthusiasm and flat shoes. Bowls will be supplied. From 7 years to 107! Contact Jenny on 01483 416054 Web: hollowayhillbowlingclub.net63.net

Cedars Active Fitness Sessions Slimming World

Rodborough School GU8 5BZ 5.15pm and 7.15pm Come and find out about losing weight, eating real food for people with real appetites! No pressure to join but we will provide a free gift bag if you mention Staycation. Contact Gemma on 07808 711409 Email gemmaclareg@aol.com www.slimmingworld.co.uk

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS, 10am-1pm Cedars Active is aimed at helping you keep fit and socialise in a safe and friendly environment. Take part in a range of activities including table tennis, short-mat bowls, short tennis, Zumba Gold and badminton. Special Staycation Offer: Free Taster Session (usually £6.50) - please book in advance and quote Staycation when booking. Registration form will need to be completed on arrival. 01483 239600 Email: kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk www.charterhouseclub.co.uk

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THURSDAY 10th AUGUST

Godalming Walk

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Phillips Memorial Park 11am We meet on Thursdays at 11am for a walk approximately 30 minutes long. Meet beside the Waverley Walks for Health meeting post on the Riverside Walk in the Phillips Memorial Ground opposite council office car park. Arrive 5 minutes early to register.

Chasamba Tea Dance

Broadwater Park Community Centre 1pm-4pm Victoria Hill, an ex-international ballroom competitive dancer competing alongside Anton Du Beck and others from Strictly Come Dancing, will be on hand to help those who have no ballroom experience and those who just want to come and dance the afternoon away. Refreshments provided. Enjoy a fun ballroom dancing afternoon, open to all ages (comfortable shoes)

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Email info@chasambafitness.com www.chasambafitness.com * Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis Sessions, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club * “A Postcard from Godalming” at Godalming Museum See Saturday 5th August for details

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FRIDAY 11th AUGUST

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Godalming Music Listening Group

Baptist Church, Queen Street at 8pm-10pm Come and listen to music from Wagner, Beethoven, Martinu and Dvorak, played on high-quality equipment. Open to anyone interested in sharing recorded music with others. Newcomers welcome. No membership fee but a small charge of £1.50 per evening to cover costs. Refreshments served in the interval.

Free Family Fun Session

Godalming Leisure Centre, Summers Road 10am-12 noon Visit the Leisure Centre for a FREE family fun session with floats and toys. Limited places, so please phone to book. All ages welcome. Call reception to reserve your place on 01483 410500. Email enquiries@godalmingleisurecentre.co.uk

Kid’s Bootcamp

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 10.45am-11.30am Special Staycation Offer: Bootcamp is an outdoor activity so please bring appropriate clothing for the weather. £3 per person (usually £10) - please quote Staycation when booking on 01483 239600. Min age 11 and a medical questionnaire must be completed. Email: kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk www.charterhouseclub.co.uk

Canoe and Kayak on the River Wey

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Evening Tennis

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 7pm-8pm, 5th-13th August Daily evening tennis, only £2.50 per visit (usually £5). Please book in advance on 01483 239600 quoting Staycation. www.charterhouseclub.co.uk Email: kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk

Waverley Skatepark Open Day Aaron’s Hill Skatepark, Ockford Ridge from 10am-4pm

Waverley Borough Council, in partnership with a professional skate company, is offering a FREE fun day to include a workshop, demonstrations and informal competition with prizegiving. All levels and abilities welcome. Some safety equipment will be provided and helmets must be worn. Ages 7 to 18 years. Workshop will take place between 10am-12 noon and demos, practise and competitions will take place from 12 noon-4pm. Tel Leisure Team on 01483 523394 www.waverley.gov.uk/leisure OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

A Panto in a Day

Broadwater Park Community Centre, Summers Road 9.30am-5pm Come along and join the Witley Panto team for a funfilled and action-packed day in our quest to put on a ‘Panto in a Day’. The production will be announced when we arrive at 9.30am. We will then have just 6 hours to cast the roles, learn the songs and dances, rehearse the script and get into costume before we put on our final performance for friends and family members at 3.45pm. If performing is not your thing, but you are interested in what goes on behind-the-scenes, why not come and help out our backstage crews who will be painting scenery, making props and sewing costumes. There really is something for everyone! All that we ask is you bring along a packed lunch and some comfy clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! Spaces are limited so please be sure to book your place by contacting Witley Pantomime Company! Minimum age is 9 years. Contact Dale Barrell on 07903 640306 Email witleypantomimecompany@gmail.com www.witleypanto.co.uk

Baby Bounce and Rhyme Godalming Library at 11am

Come and enjoy some rhymes and music. (25 tickets available, which will be given out 20 mins before the session starts.) No admittance once session has started.

* Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis Sessions, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club * “A Postcard from Godalming” at Godalming Museum See Saturday 5th August for details

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The Greatest Songs of Gilbert & Sullivan Wilfrid Noyce Community Centre Rehearsal at 2pm. Performance at 6pm

Godalming Operatic Society present the Greatest Songs of Gilbert & Sullivan. An all-welcome singalong afternoon rehearsal followed by an early evening performance of Cox and Box with mini-orchestra followed in the second half by G&S greatest songs performed by GOS chorus and attendees. Singing is not compulsory for the audience! Singers 16+ but no age limit for performing. To join the sing-along during the afternoon, please call Linda Scanlon on 01252 703376 To book a FREE ticket for the performance, call the box office on 01252 703376 or email boxoffice@godalmingoperatic.org. Limited availability, book early!

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HERE Dogalming is a new, fun dog show which will take place at Aarons Hill, Ockford Ridge between 11.45 and 4.15. Working in association with Nestlé Purina and Canine Partners, the order of the day will be:

11.45 Opening 12.00 Canine Partners Demo 12.30 Best Puppy 1.15 Best Family

2.00 2.45 3.15 3.45

Best Dressed Best Veteran (8+) Musical Interlude Best in Show

The Dog Show costs £3.00 per entry with all money raised going to Canine Partners which transforms the lives of people with a physical disability by partnering them with an assistance dog. www.caninepartners.co.uk. Prizes sponsored by Nestlé Purina.

There will also be a fun free to enter fête with:

Face Painting Plant Stall Music

Entertainment Plate Smash Bottle Tombola

Splat the Rat Coconut Shy Punch & Judy Side Shows Hog Roast Children’s Rides

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Family Bootcamp

SATURDAY 12th AUGUST

Charterhouse Club, Duke’s Drive GU7 2RS 8am-9am

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* Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis Sessions, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club * “A Postcard from Godalming” at Godalming Museum * Slimming World See Saturday 5th August for details

Special Staycation Offer: Bootcamp is an outdoor activity so please bring appropriate clothing for the weather. £3 per person (usually £10) - please quote Staycation when booking on 01483 239600. Min age 11 and a medical questionnaire must be completed. Email: kimberlysnow@charterhouseclub.co.uk www.charterhouseclub.co.uk

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SUNDAY 13th AUGUST

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The Mayor’s Cricket Match

Music in the Park

Godalming Cricket Club, Holloway Hill From 10.30am

Godalming Town Council Concert Cryin’ Out Loud Presented by Go Godalming Association

We will be holding the Mayor’s match at Godalming Cricket Club. This is a great opportunity for people to come along and support the local club. We will be hosting a BBQ on the day as well. This event is weather permitting.

The Bandstand, Phillips Memorial Park, 3pm

All concerts are free. In the event of very wet weather, concerts will be held in the nearby Godalming Parish Church. www.godalmingbandstand.co.uk/programme.html

Tel 01483 417778 www.godalming.play-cricket.com

* Evening Tennis at Charterhouse Club * Splash Time at Charterhouse Club * Free Tennis Sessions, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club See Saturday 5th August for details

Worship @ the Bandstand Phillips Memorial Park,10am-11am

A one-hour service of hymns, songs, prayers, reflections and a sermon. Interdenominational. If very wet, then in Ss Peter & Paul. michaeleashing@aol.com www.churchestogether.org

All events accurate at the time of going to print. The organisers reserve the right to alter the programme and events throughout the week. For changes and up-to-date information, please visit our website www.godalming-tc.gov.uk/staycation

Thank you...

Godalming Town Council would like to thank the following for their help in putting on Staycation 2017: Ann Hayward, Becky Fry, Bel and The Dragon, Binscombe Medical Centre, Canine Partners, Changing Perceptions and The Meath, Charlotte May Jones, Charterhouse Club, Churches Together, Chris Payne, Farncombe Wanderers Cricket Club, Geared Up Cycles (Patrick Haveron), Go Godalming Association, Go Godalming Youth Canoe Club, Godalming & Farncombe Bowling Club, Godalming & Haslemere Ramblers, Godalming Angling Society, Godalming Conservatives, Godalming Cricket Club, Godalming District Scouts Canoe Club, Godalming Fire Station, Godalming Flower Club, Godalming Jazz Choir, Godalming Karate Club, Godalming Lawn Tennis Club, Godalming Library, Godalming Leisure Centre, Godalming Lib Dems, Godalming Museum, Godalming Music Listening Group, Godalming Operatic Society, Godalming Packet Boat Company, Godalming Shiatsu, Godalming Town Football Club, Godalming & Villages Lions Club Godalming Woolsack Rotary Club, Guildford and Godalming Croquet Club, Hanna Holmes, Harry Chalcraft Kickstart Coaching, Holloway Hill Bowling Club, Jo Jingles, John Payne, John Richardson, Karen Muir - JUMPCE, Linda Dowding, Milford & Brook School of Ballet - Milford Pumas YFC, Nestle Purina, Pete Harris, Professor Dumpling’s Punch & Judy, RNLI, Roland Seber, Sainsbury’s, Shaun Moorey and Milford Pumas, Slimming World, Ss Peter & Paul Parish Church, The Denningberg Centre, The Lammas Bell Ringers, The Meath Epilepsy Charity, TST Live, Victoria Hill - Chasamba Fitness, Waitrose, Waverley Borough Council, Waverley Dowsers, Weightwatchers, West Surrey Tennis Club, Willow Twisters, and Witley Panto. Apologies to anyone we may have forgotten!

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The Trial Run is a family friendly event and runners can opt to take part in a 1k Fun Run, 5k, or 10k. The longer chip-timed distances will take runners along picturesque but challenging woodland trails around Charterhouse School. All runners will set off from outside of the club, with the Fun Run starting at 10am. The 5k and 10k runs will begin at 10.30am. Prizes, sponsored by Alton Sports, will be presented to the winners of the 5k and 10k events. Charterhouse Club is encouraging runners to sign up for the annual Trail Run on 15th October 2017 and help raise funds for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care. Now in its eighth year, the event is growing in popularity and it is hoped that entrants will raise sponsorship in aid of Phyllis Tuckwell, which provides supportive and end of life care for patients and families who are living with a terminal illness, but which has to raise over £20,000 a day to do this. Early bird registration discounts are

Tim Ostle, Commercial Director at Charterhouse, commented: “For the first time, we have decided to partner with a charity for the Trail Run. We chose Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care as it has provided amazing support to some of our club members. We hope that many people from across Surrey and beyond will be inspired to take part in the run and raise sponsorship for such a worthy cause.” Register for the Trail Run and download a sponsorship form at www.charterhouseclub.com/trailrun/

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<29 JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD Centre, 155 High Street, GU1 3AJ .Tel: 01483 444333. Children 16 and under admitted free with accompanying adult. Students £3 (with ID card). More information available at www.gurcms.org.uk/events/74. Farncombe Morning Townswomen's Guild Wednesday 12th July 10am-12 noon This month the guild welcomes Mr. Colin Brown to give his talk entitled 'It's not all at sea with the RNLI'. Their meetings take place in the Church Room, St. John's Church, St. John's Street, Farncombe on the second Wednesday of each month. Visitors are always welcome to attend for a fee of just £1. Besides a speaker or activity, there are refreshments and a raffle. Please note that the meeting on 9th August will be at 2.30pm for an afternoon cream tea, and there will also be a bring-and-buy table. For more information on this friendly group, simply pop along to a meeting, or call Wendy Morton on 01483 429409. Godalming and Haslemere Ramblers They have a full programme of walks in July, ranging from 5 to 12 miles and from the North Downs to the south coast. They take place on weekdays and weekends. Why not put on your boots, go along for a free trial walk and see if it suits you? You can find further details of all walks at www. gandhramblers.org.uk. Cranleigh Arts Centre Wednesday 12th July 7pm The Surrey Youth Theatre present `Devised Delights`, a

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devised piece by the talented students of Surrey Youth Theatre. Will the school survive? The arts department is in crisis and does anyone care? Not until they overhear a conversation about it shutting down if they don't get high marks in the annual exam! Everyone decides to pull together but will they succeed?! Tickets: £5. Call 01483 278000 (Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4.30pm) or visit www. cranleighartscentre.org. The Clockhouse Car Wash Thursday 13th July They are holding a Car Wash, with the help of volunteers from the finance department of Surrey University, in aid of The Clockhouse on Thursday 13th July between 9.30am and 3.30pm at The Clockhouse, Chapel Lane, Milford GU8 5EZ. £5 per car. Cake, tea/coffee will be available while you wait. Just come along. The Unattached Group (TUG) TUG have planned countryside and London walks, local music events, theatre events, a river trip and are making arrangements for the annual summer party. A Surrey based group of about 70 single professional people aged 55 - 69 who enjoy times together including informal weekly pub meets as well as meals out, theatre and cinema trips, walks, quizzes, bridge, opera and book clubs and the occasional leisure weekend away. New members are most welcome and information can be obtained at www. theunattachedgroup.co.uk or Maggie on 07855 008897.

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Rob Butler at Physio 1to1 shares his personal view of the increasing popularity of cycling locally. Physio 1to1 has a few rules… rule one is ‘always have minty fresh breath’. Rule two is ‘never discuss religion or politics’ and rule three is ‘every patient is different’ (hence the brand name). My personal rule four used to be ‘never confess that you are a cyclist’. It is without doubt one of the most risky things I used to tell my patients. That is to say, it polarised their opinion of me. The use of local roads by cyclists is not without contention, that is for sure. However that radically changed last year when we formed Physio 1to1 Bike, and got off the fence. Now we are proud of our wheels! We now cater for ‘Stravausing, lycra-clad roadies’, ‘muddy, full-sus downhillers’ and ‘wetsuit-wearing – the bike is my best discipline’ triathletes. We even have an age group GB triathlete (and holder of multiple QOM’s) amongst our staff. So I’m now proud to state that ‘cycling is undoubtedly one of my greatest pleasures’ in and out of my clinic. Cycling is also a July 2017

great way to get fit without placing too much stress on joints. Perfect for those with weight problems, those with osteoporosis (bone thinning), those with gym or lycra phobias (no it’s not essential for cycling!), and those who just enjoy being outdoors to get their fitness. Cycling has without doubt enjoyed a resurgence in recent years, however it has not been a smooth ride. My wish is that all would share my enthusiasm, my aim however is more realistic. I want to help you understand Physio 1to1’s rule three, ‘everyone is different’. We treat each patient as an individual. I ask that you treat every bike as an individual. After all every ‘bike’ carries an individual, quite likely a person with a family and friends. Potentially someone who doesn’t actually want to inconvenience you on your commute. As a driver I’m all too aware of the

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inconvenience that cyclists can present and consequently I will often mutter under my breath when they appear to be less than considerate. However, I am also very aware of the fragility of the cyclist, having witnessed first-hand cycling accidents and treated the aftermath of several, in my clinic. I can assure you that cyclists present as individuals too. I can hear the arguments now… ‘Cyclists don’t pay road tax’. To be clear road tax hasn’t existed since Winston Churchill abandoned it. All road users pay vehicle excise duty, including cyclists. Those vehicles that don’t pollute the atmosphere don’t pay (including electric cars). Road maintenance is paid for by the entire community and hence roads are public access regardless of the form of transport. Indeed there are a few inconsiderate cyclists, as indeed there are a few inconsiderate drivers but please don’t assume we are all the same.

As pedestrians we see each other as human. We are quite literally face to face with each other. This includes joggers (who also don’t pay pavement tax), however I realise the view of a cyclist is literally the opposite! Believe me though behind (intentional pun) every lycra-clad bottom, is a human being. So my appeal to all local road users is this: please can we treat each other with the respect we afford each other as pedestrians? Treat everyone as you would wish to be treated irrespective of their chosen mode of transport. Rob Butler is the Clinical Director of Physio1to1. Visit www.physio1to1.co.uk or call them on 01483 424470.

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If you have read this far you are probably a cyclist. Therefore I’m safe in admitting we have all cycled with inconsiderate cyclists. You know who they are, the ones that give us a bad name. This is for them… Guide for safe group cycling:

Obviously (one would hope). Respect junctions and signals, don’t give cyclists a bad name.

abreast (as recommended in the Highway Code). When the road is wide enough, this allows cars to overtake safely over a much shorter distance. However do not constantly up the pace whenever a rider draws level to you. Known as ‘half-wheeling’ this is a definite no.

Communicate

Ride consistently and predictably

Don’t ride in the gutter

Always pass on received information within your group. There are a number of hand signals which are important to be aware of. Ask any experienced cyclist.

Hold a straight line when possible. Be smooth on the brakes, if you stand out of the saddle, be aware, and don’t let your back wheel drop back.

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If road conditions and traffic allows you’ll often be riding two

If you’re on the front of the group, don’t sit in the gutter. You will be forcing everyone else to follow you, increasing the likelihood of hitting obstructions. Where possible, ride one metre out from the curb (as recommended in the Highway Code).

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The Two Gentlemen of Verona... and a Dog called Crab 14th to 29th July 7.30pm, Saturday matinée 2.30pm GSC continue their ‘summer of love’ of open-air theatre at the University of Law Gardens with a new staging of one of Shakespeare’s earliest comedies, set in 1950s Italy. Considered by some to be his very first play, it follows the story of two best friends who leave their quiet home-town of Verona for the glamour and adventure of Milan, but when they both fall in love with same girl, the strength of their friendship is put to the test. Foreshadowing plays such as Romeo and Juliet, The Merchant of Venice, As You Like It and A Midsummer. For bookings and more information visit www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk or call GSC Box Office 01483 304384. Busbridge Duplicate Bridge Club Monday and Tuesday evenings The club meets at Busbridge Village Hall on Monday and Tuesday evenings except the second Tuesday in each month. Duplicate bridge starts at 7.30pm and finishes at 10.30pm with a short break for refreshments mid-evening. For the months of July and September visitors are very welcome free of charge. All details can be found on www. busbridgebridge.org.uk including arrangements for a partner if so required. Ewhurst’s Big Day & Night Out Saturday 15th July 11.30am-4pm One of the best local family fun days of the summer, together with a fantastic evening music experience in Surrey’s wonderful countryside. This year’s double event at the Hurtwood Park Polo Ground, Ewhurst GU6 7SW, will raise funds for the upkeep of Ewhurst's ancient Grade 1 listed Parish Church and its urgent roof repairs appeal. There will be lots of activities and attractions to suit all ages. Refreshment stalls and the Hurtwood restaurant and bar will keep everyone well fed and watered. Entrance is only £3 per person and children under 7 go free. On-site parking (including disabled parking) is plentiful and free. A free classic bus will carry visitors from Ewhurst village to the polo ground and back. The Big Night Out’s live music and dance entertainment runs from 6pm to 11pm with top bands, so take a picnic. Tickets are £25 online at www. eventbrite.com/e/the-ewhurst-big-night-out-tickets33808830121?aff=eac2 or £20 for advance local sales through the Big Night Out Box Office, Tel 01483 351386. Picnic in the Park Saturday 15th July 7.30pm Featuring the ever popular SideWinder Swing Band, under the direction of John Sandford. Bring your gazebo and while July 2017

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control his knights and notice their bad behaviour in the all action jousting tournament? And, which will be their favourite, have-a-go archery, sword school, pelt the peasant or getting up close to the graceful high-flying hawks?

Out and about in the recreated mediaeval battle camp there will be fully armoured knights showing what life was like at that time. Traders and hawkers will d_Jan17:Layout 1 05/01/2017 10:07 Page 1 Loxwood Joust is a fantastic family be selling a range of specialist fun day out of mediaeval revelry goods in the mediaeval market and mayhem. Watch as your place and companies of young knights and princesses wandering minstrels will keep jump every time the cannons you entertained with plays, fire and let tales of past battles singing and dancing. Visit 'The capture their imaginations. Will Torture Zone in the Woodland' they help the Knight Marshall to where you’ll find The Executioner

putting his new rack to use and revel in his gory tales of torture. And, at 'The Mediaeval Gaming Zone' you can try your hand at Tafl – a strategy game from the Viking era. Venture to the Enchanted Woodland to meet the Witches in their den and hear the Mediaeval Baebes’ sing romantic songs of chivalry, love and loss. And don’t forget to listen as the Mediaeval Housewife presents to you the dirty laundry of the Middle Ages and The Copper Pot Cook unveils the myths of mediaeval cookery. Loxwood joust is located in Loxwood Meadow, West Sussex, off the B2133 near Billingshurst. www.loxwoodjoust.co.uk

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Best in Show at Chelsea! The M&G Garden designed by James Basson was awarded a Gold Medal, the Best Construction Award, and Best In Show at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017. I caught up with James at Chelsea to find out more about this special garden.

Beth: The surface of your limestone is different than I expected - I imagined it being rougher, like a cliff edge. JB: Yes; if you look at photos of quarries, even after hundreds of years, they’ve got this kind of pristine feel, and so it is how it is. If you look up ‘Maltese Quarry’ you’ll see these sorts of lines. 'Troy' was filmed in them, 'Gladiator' was filmed in them, and they’re just these magnificent spaces. Beth: How tall is the stone in the garden? JB: That one is 8 metres tall – and 15 metres down, with piles to support it, to make sure it doesn’t move in the wind or anything. Beth: Did you get any extra time to construct the garden? JB: No. No extra time – we were going to have extra time, but for some reason it didn’t work, so we did it in time. Beth: So you didn’t get an extra day, even though you had to finish a day earlier? JB: No, everyone got an extra day. Beth: What’s your favourite plant? JB: There’s a little daisy called Pallenis spinosa, which looks… it’s just got this very golden flower to it, beautiful. I don’t know if you can see it from here – the plant might be over there, because we’ve planted the stand opposite too. It’s really a special one.

Beth: Are the plants going back to Malta afterwards? JB: No, all of the plants are owned by Crocus, so they’ll take them back to the nursery. The plants were all shipped over. Some came from Sicily, some came from Rome, some came from Malta from a nursery who were amazing – they had all these native plants that you’re not allowed to take out of Malta; but we got governmental permission to do it. Beth: So the Maltese Government supported you and your work to build the garden? JB: Absolutely, yes. And all the stone was cut in Malta, then shipped over, and then the Maltese came over and helped to install it here at Chelsea.

Beth: Are there any other secrets about the garden you can tell us? JB: There’s lots of stories, like the knackered-looking tree up there is called a Tetraclinis articulata, and that is the national tree of Malta – and it’s a very hard thing to find. In my head, I wanted something really kind of gnarled, and old, and lots of character, and these were in the nursery car park to stop the trucks hitting the fence. I was like “oh my god, this is what I’ve been dreaming about”! Beth: What is it about you and half-dead trees – you love them, don’t you? JB: Yeah, I like it – I like natural beauty! Beth: Me too, I love old apple trees, they’re just so beautiful, I think there’s really nothing for me as beautiful as that. FIND OUT MORE For more information about the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, gardening advice for the month ahead and much more besides, visit my website at www.pumpkinbeth.com.

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Beth: In last year's garden, you had the little snail shells scattered around. Do you have any other secrets like that around, last minute things? JB: We do, we do have another kind of shell in the garden. It’s particular one you find all over the landscape in Malta, so we’ve scattered that all over the garden.

<49 JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD away a few hours listening to the Big Band Classics with family and friends, In the St Nicolas Church Rectory Garden next to the church off the High Street Cranleigh. Details from the Church Office on 01483 273620 or go to www. stnicolascranleigh.org.uk. Tickets £10 per adult. Wisley Arts Fest 2017 Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th July Work from sixteen designer-makers from The Surrey Guild of Craftsmen will be on sale when the members demonstrate their various crafts at Wisley’s 2017 Arts Fest in the beautiful setting of the RHS Garden Wisley, near Guildford. Members will be exhibiting a wide range of handcrafted items including jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles and metalwork and visitors will be able to have a go at some or indeed join a short workshop for just £6. More information at www. surreyguildofcraftsmen.co.uk. Winkworth Arboretum Saturday 15th to Sunday 16th July Here is a chance to enjoy a weekend’s camping in the most beautiful of surroundings. Apart from camping there will be special activities with Wild Learning. Have a look at the website for full details www.nationaltrust.org. uk/winkwortharboretum. Also, throughout the summer holidays, from Saturday 22nd July– Saturday 2nd September 10am to 4pm, they organise children’s summer trails, a great way to get the kids out in the open and have fun. More information on the website. s • March

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which normally start at 10am. For details of the 5 mile morning walk from Thursley on Thursday 20th July, call David on 07935 887499. Chantal, on 01483 535971, has the details for the 9 mile linear walk From Waterloo station on Sunday 23rd. For the 11 mile circular walk from Lurgashall on Sunday 30th July, call Mick on 07765 205353. David on 07935 887499 is the contact for the 10 mile circular walk from Beare Green on Sunday 6th August. Finally, there is a 10.5 mile circular walk on Sunday 13th August is in Ashdown Forest, on the trail of Winnie the Pooh. Call Steve on 07957 803912 about that one.

and business men and women over 50. They meet in Godalming on the third Friday of each month for lunch followed by a talk on a wide variety of subjects. At the July meeting, David Alvey will be giving a presentation on dementia. Guests are always welcome by invitation and their next outing is a trip to Salisbury Cathedral and a visit to Wilton House. Prospective members are invited to attend a meeting without obligation. Lady members will be especially welcomed. For more details, go to www.milfordprobus. com or contact Mike Thompson on 01483 428181, email thmmic@btinternet.com.

Meath Epilepsy Charity’s 125th Anniversary Saturday 22nd July 10am–5pm This wonderful local charity is 125 years old this year and they are arranging a Vintage Day in their grounds. It will take the form of a Vintage Fair with lots of vintage clothing, homeware, furniture, French brocante, gardenalia and jewellery stalls. There will also be a Car and Motor Cycle Show, with lots of vintage, classic and interesting modern cars. There are all sorts of stalls and lots to do for the kids. Great food from The Fillet & Bean, providing locally produced food and also Cafe Meath. Entrance is £3 on the gate for adults and children under 16 are free. This should be a lovely day out for all the family.

RHS Garden Wisley Saturday 22nd July to Sunday 3rd September Five go on a Garden Adventure! There will be a summer of activities in RHS Gardens to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Enid Blyton's Famous Five. Children are invited to follow a self-guided trail and help Uncle Quentin to uncover more about the mysterious Robo Bees! Crafts, den building, garden games and storytelling will also be on the menu. Additionally, to celebrate Enid Blyton's 120th birthday, on 11th August, visitors are invited to pack lashings of ginger beer and a blanket and join a themed picnic party in the garden.

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and olive oil, whisking constantly. Season to taste with 2 pinches of salt and 2 pinches of pepper. Mix the dressing with the chicory, walnuts, lardons and two-thirds of the Roquefort. Arrange on a large serving dish or individual plates. Scatter the remaining Roquefort over the salad and top with the chopped chives.

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and keep adding a bit more cheese or oil until you are happy with the taste and consistency. Trim the beans and cut into two or three. Wash the potatoes and cut into quarters. Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the pasta for 8 minutes until starting to soften. Add the new potatoes and cook for 5 minutes more, then add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain the pasta, potatoes and beans and return to the pan. Add the pesto and toss. Allow to cool before serving with chopped basil and extra parmesan.

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<54 JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD music is, apparently, both calming and energising and a lot of people speak of feeling better after a session of Circle Dancing. Lynn Frances is an experienced teacher of 33 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, 7.30pm-9.30pm. WI Hall, Hartley Wintney on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm-9.30pm. Contact Lynn on 01420 474881. Cranleigh Arts Centre Saturday 22nd July 7.30pm Want to see a full Broadway/West End musical with a cast of 30, singing and dancing their way into your hearts? Well, Surrey’s original 24hr Musical people are ready to bring that to you – only they’re not telling you what it’s going to be. In fact, no one except the directing team will know until 24hrs before curtain up. That’s when the cast meet for the first time, get their scripts and begin rehearsals. Tickets: £13.20; £11 Friends. Call 01483 278000 (Tuesday -Saturday 10am4.30pm) or visit www.cranleighartscentre.org. Waverley Dowsers Group They are both a scientific and fun group who are working on various projects and honing their skills in readiness as well as to dowse whilst they are on holiday. They meet normally in the Unitarian Hall Godalming and have field events. The group is keen to work in the community and some readers

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might have seen them supporting the Rushmoor Voluntary Services Volunteering Day, demonstrating how chickens used to be checked for being male or female by dousing. They are planning a dousing display at the Rural Life Centre at the end of July. Further information on their activities can be obtained by looking at their website or by contacting Michael Haxeltine on 01252 541639 or Geoff Mitchell on 01276 472977. Music in the Park Sunday 23rd July 3pm-5pm This should be a splendid musical afternoon with Godalming Band playing a range of traditional and popular music. It’s a free event at the Phillips Memorial Park, Godalming and is a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Take a chair and a picnic! Historic Cranleigh Cranleigh-based estate agent Roger Coupe is calling out to the local community to revisit their photograph albums and submit historic photos of the town, for a forthcoming digital exhibition that will be displayed on Roger Coupe’s touchscreen TV in its office window. Contributions to the exhibition can be submitted to Roger Coupe at rogercoupe@ pmwcom.co.uk or they can be dropped off at the office with as much detail as possible about what the photo shows. While there isn’t a deadline for submissions as the community estate agent plans to simply keep adding photographs as the year goes on, the exhibition will go

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<57 JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD live this summer. For those wishing to have their images returned, please include a stamped addressed envelope. Waverley Vintage Tea Party Home-Start in Waverley provides support for families in their own homes, helping to prevent crisis and breakdown. At this tea party held in June, Godalming Round Table was there to hand over a cheque for £900. Godalming Round Table raises money for local causes through events such as the Godalming Town Show. If you represent a local group who may benefit from support from Round Table, or if you may be interested in joining, visit https://godalming. roundtable.co.uk to find out more. Milford Horticultural Society Tuesday 25th July 8pm The next meeting is in Milford Village Hall when they will be joined by Paul Gallivan who will be talking about Woolbeding Gardens in Midhurst. His illustrated talk will include a brief history of the gardens together with a tour through the seasons. Talks are free for members; nonmembers and guests are very welcome to attend for a fee of £1 payable at the door. For more information on Milford Horticultural Society, its talks, visits and shows, check www. milfordhortsociety.org.uk or contact Hilary Potter on 01483 415710 or email her on potters38@hotmail.com.

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community and will be held at Godalming Baptist Church. This year the theme is Spain and they have musical entertainment, a quiz, bingo, armchair keep-fit, craft, delicious lunches and home-made cakes for tea and flamenco dancing! Transport can be arranged if needed. Call in for a brochure and booking form. Reception is open Monday-Fridays from 9am-12 noon or telephone the Church Office on 01483 422105, open Monday, Wednesdays and Friday mornings. Do go along and take a friend! Colts Cricket Training at Milford Cricket Club Every Tuesday Evening 6pm and 7.20pm For any youngsters interested in playing cricket (from 8 to 16 years) Milford Cricket Club would love to meet you. If you would like to find out more or have any questions contact Mike Payne, Club Chairman on 07712 658245 or visit www. milfordccsurrey.wordpress.com for full details.

The Loxwood Joust Weekends 5th/6th and 12th/13th August A day out at the Loxwood Joust is like no other. It’s fun and educational and there is most definitely something for all the family. There are all action jousting tournaments, daring displays of weaponry, archery and cannon fire and fully armoured knights meeting in thunderous battles. Experience the Living History Village and browse the Mediaeval Market Place with traders and hawkers vying for attention whilst Holiday At Home Godalming 26th Butcher 14_Layout 13/02/2014 15:51 Page 1 wandering minstrels, the Court Jester and dance troupes Wednesday andMar Thursday 27th 1July This is a happy two day event for senior folk in our entertain. Little ones will revel in Children’s Kingdom with

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Dunsfold to Hascombe A shorter walk this month, given that we will be enjoying the heat of summer - I hope! This one also has the advantage of passing two watering holes, which of course may well be sorely needed. The walk takes you through woods and fields with some short climbs, one quite steep. The walk was submitted by Guildford Rambling Club (see guildfordramblingclub.org.uk).

The walk 1. Facing the houses, go left for a few yards to turn right into a road running back between the houses and away from the main road. Walk to a junction where a yellow arrow points left. Here, go straight ahead along its graveled drive towards ‘Barns Meadows’. Pass the house on a narrow path along its right-hand side and reach Hookhouse Road. Go left along this road for about ½ mile. Walk past a left turn with a signpost left then past a left turn to Church Green and then past a left turn to Dunsfold Church. Also, pass the driveway to Field Place and keep going until reaching a sign pointing left to Pear Tree Green.

2. Follow this and walk up to take a stile at the right-hand side of Pear Tree Cottage. In the field go left, along its edge. Enter another field and then a wood. Walk through the wood to the other side and a T-junction with a wide track at a 3-way signpost. Here, turn left. Follow the wide track. It swings right and then you fork right, off of it, at another 3-way signpost. The path climbs up to emerge at Markwick Lane at the side of Markwick Farm. 3. Go straight over the road and follow a footpath climbing away at right angles to the road. At a yellow arrow pointing right, go straight on. A few yards further up the track swings sharp right but you go on, following a narrow path slightly left and up into trees. Follow the path steeply up, forking right twice, until, at the top, emerging on a wider crossing track. 4. Go right for 20 yards and then turn left along a wide but still unsigned track. Keep going for about under ½ mile, following the obvious track and ignoring lefts and rights. Eventually, at a cross paths, the path ahead starts to descend. At the bottom reach a T-junction with a field ahead. Turn right and walk along the edge of one field and then straight on into another field. On the far side you reach the Godalming Road opposite the White Horse pub. 5. Cross straight over and take Nore Lane, a track running uphill along the right-hand side of the pub. Keep going. After passing Hascombe Place Farm, the track swings right but you carry straight on along a narrow path. You parallel fields (on your left-hand side). At the top of a small rise, ignore a footpath right immediately followed by a footpath left. Instead, carry straight on. The path descends through trees and swings right as it runs along the side of the hill. 6. At a T junction, with a tennis court on your right, go right. The path later emerges from

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