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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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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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PETS IN WINTER Zoe Blake offers a few tips for the winter period...

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With fewer daylight hours and colder, wetter weather you may find that your dog does not get as much exercise as he does in the summer. Obesity is a growing problem in dogs and can lead to other illnesses from chronic to acute. So it’s a good idea to monitor his weight and food intake, as you may need to reduce his food portions to stop him putting on weight over the winter. Cats are often attracted to the taste of anti-freeze so ensure any containers are securely locked away and clear up any spillages straight away. The chemical is toxic to all pets and can prove fatal if ingested. Evaluate your outdoor housing for any smaller pets you may have living outside. Guinea pigs do not tolerate the cold very well and can develop pneumonia. Do you have the facilities/space to bring them into the house? If this is not an option, then ensure you provide insulation around their hutches whether your purchase them custom made or you use blankets and bubble wrap. Ensure good ventilation at all times. Regularly check their water bottles are not frozen, insulation covers can be brought, alternatively bubble wrap and an old wool sock can be just as effective. Inside Many plants that are popular at this time of year can be poisonous so if you are buying/receiving some please do your research and check whether they are toxic to pets. The most common are lillies, ponsettias and amaryllis. Pets can easily bump into candles and heaters, which may result in a burn or fire. Remember to place candles and heaters well out of reach of pets if using them. Don’t forget that our favourite foods at this time of year can be poisonous, such as chocolate, nuts and raisins, so please ensure they are kept out of reach. It is always a good idea to familiarise yourself to the toxic hazards on other foods as well if you are a new owner. FIND OUT MORE Zoe Blake is a registered veterinary nurse and runs The Friendly Pet Nurse. Call 07917 094715 or visit www.thefriendlypetnurse.co.uk.

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Above: Abbeyfield's Hatch Mill. Right: Tracey Pollard with Alf

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 February 2019

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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FASHION Kirstie Smillie

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

models wearing the brands she loves like Hush and Whistles. Clothes will always look different on real bodies so thinking about your own shape before you buy will save time and energy. As a guide, if the top half is longer and wider, the bottom half suits slimmer or shorter - and in reverse, if you have chosen to wear wide trousers or a full midi skirt, choose slim fitting or waisted jackets for fit. Alison’s grown up ruffle blouse gets balance with her boyfriend jeans and in reverse her midi pleated skirt suited the leather jacket and ankle boots to avoid looking too officelike.

“I feel that I always end up in jeans even when I’ve got other alternatives…I feel I will be overdressed!”

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V. “I would like to stop buying stuff that I like on Instagram that actually isn't suited to my lifestyle....I'm not sure I know my style!” Alison’s quick style guide list: Wear skinny jeans with oversized knits Wide trousers need slim fitted knits and cropped jackets Midi skirts worn with fun t-shirts, waist length or tucked in. Wear short skirts with flatter boots and black opaques Wear more colour especially on the top half

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.

“I thought I might have had lots to get rid of but having Kirstie go through items I was able to rework items which obviously saves money and helps me feel like I’m doing a bit towards my own sustainable footprint in the world. Kirstie doesn’t judge your wardrobe but she does ask questions of it. She gets to the crux of your needs always making sure you look stylish and modern..“ Ali. There are rules to follow but as we know these can always be broken. You are an individual so what works for one person will be different for another. Set a morning aside and start the process to achieve a coordinated wardrobe of clothes that you find easy to wear … a great way to start the year.

Kirstie is a Personal Fashion Stylist helping you to love your clothes and yourself. Foryour more details on Alison’s session, visit suits my website, " The first step is often own wardrobe, let’s work out what you.". www.kirstiesmillie.com. Email: kirstie@kirstiesmillie.com or call 07773 234947. Kirstie is a Personal Stylist helping you to love your clothes and yourself. Email: kirstie@kirstiesmillie.com or call 07773 234947.

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GARDENING Beth Otway

Grow top performing, tasty tomatoes!

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

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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.

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'.

FIND OUT MORE Visit my website www.pumpkinbeth.com to see my tomato trial report in full, and where you’ll also find gardening advice for the month ahead, a calendar of plant fairs, information on snowdrop garden openings and much more besides!

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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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WEEKEND WALK

Prospects of Polesden An undulating walk from Ranmore Common in the Surrey Hills, through part of the National Trust estate of Polesden Lacey. From the walk there are good views of the Mole Gap, London, and on a clear day, the South Downs. Please note that there is admission fee if you wish to enter the grounds or house of Polesden Lacey (free for National Trust members). This is a Surrey County Council Rights of Way Group Self Guided Walk and is reproduced with kind permission of Surrey County Council. Go. From the Denbies Hillside car park, cross over Ranmore Common Road with care and then turn left along the wide grass verge. You will pass the red Charlotte Cottage to the left and then Rose Tree Cottage and the tile-clad Fox Cottages on the right. Immediately after Fox Cottages, turn right alongside a vehicle barrier onto the track into woodland (signed Youth Hostel). Ignore the first path forking immediately left, simply stay on the track alongside the cottage on the right. In 40m, at the fork, take the left branch signed again for the Youth Hostel. 1. Follow the woodland path which leads you steadily downhill for 1.1km. The woodland here is a mixture of oak, beech and yew. Young beech trees have been planted where the land slopes downhill and enters the Polesden Estate. The estate woodlands are managed to preserve their important landscape feature when viewed from the gardens of Polesden Lacey House. Eventually the track swings right to pass Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel on your left. Take a moment here to admire the ©Crown copyright 2019 youth hostel cottage and the valley Ordnance Survey. Media 005/19 beyond. Tanners Hatch is an old estate cottage that was restored and renovated by members of the Youth Hostels Association during the Second World War. Across the valley the long wall of Sheridan’s Walk can be glimpsed through the trees. The playwright and politician Richard Brinsley Sheridan bought the Polesden Lacey Estate in 1797. He described the old house as a ruin and had ambitious plans to rebuild it, but did not achieve this. The only visible legacy of his ownership is this long terraced walk, which is still one of the most impressive features of the garden. 2. Continue to follow the track down to the bottom of the valley (ignoring a signed path through a gate to the left). Stay on the main track as it swings left heading uphill between lines of coppiced hedgerows. After 100m fork left (signed to Connicut Lane) and the path leads you under an ornamental stone bridge. 3. Beyond the bridge, continue on the main track still climbing (note: Disclaimer

this stretch can be very muddy). Some way along, the view opens up back across the fields on the right to the Mole Gap. After about 1.2km you will reach a T-junction with the road, Polesden Road. 4. Cross over the road with care, go through the hedge gap opposite and then turn immediately left to follow the footpath running parallel with the road on the left. On a clear day, there are views of London to the right. At the end of the right-hand grass verge, you will reach the entrance drive for Polesden Lacey on the left. At this point you can take a detour to visit the house and gardens should you wish. NT charges apply for non-members. To do so, turn left down the drive. Opening times are displayed by the memorial arch, which was designed by Sir Hugh Casson and built in 1958. 5. To continue the walk, ignore the fork for the entrance drive on the left, simply keep ahead on the track signed to several cottages and farms. After 140m, at a signed junction of paths, stay on the main track which swings left heading steadily uphill. Stay on the track to pass Home Farm House and then continue downhill to join a cutting which leads you under a thatched bridge. The cutting was constructed in 1861 to allow vehicles to use this estate road without being seen from the gardens. The excavated material was used to make a causeway for the lane lined with yew trees which you will be joining shortly. 6. Pass under the second bridge and, where the tarmac track turns left, keep ahead along a track lined with yew trees (signed as a public bridleway). After 300m you will come to a staggered T-junction. Turn right heading uphill on the tarmac track, noting the views of the Mole Valley. You will come to Yew Tree Farm on the left. A few paces after Yew Tree Farm, keep left at the fork. Keep left again at the second fork, staying on the main track. Further along on the left, you will find a small rest area with a bench. Take a moment here to sit and admire the lovely view back towards Polesden Lacey.

This walking route was walked and checked at the time of writing. We have taken care to make sure all our walks are safe for walkers of a reasonable level of experience and Þtness. However, like all outdoor activities, walking carries a degree of risk and we accept no responsibility for any loss or damage to personal effects, personal accident, injury or public liability whilst following this walk. We cannot be held for responsible for any inaccuracies that result from changes to the routes that occur over time. Please let us know of any changes to the routes so that we can correct the information. Walking Safety

For your safety and comfort we recommend that you take the following with you on your walk: bottled water, snacks, a waterproof jacket, waterproof/sturdy boots, a woolly hat and ßeece (in winter and cold weather), a fully-charged mobile phone, a whistle, a compass and an Ordnance Survey map of the area. Check the weather forecast before you leave, carry appropriate clothing and do not set out in fog or mist as these conditions can seriously affect your ability to navigate the route. Take particular care on cliff/mountain paths where steep drops can present a particular hazard. Some routes include sections along roads Ð take care to avoid any trafÞc at these points. Around farmland take care with children and dogs, particularly around machinery and livestock. If you are walking on the coast make sure you check the tide times before you set out.

Neither the publisher nor the author can accept any responsibility for any changes, errors or omissions in this route. Diversion orders can be made and permissions withdrawn at any time.

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A view of the beautiful Polesden estate, taken during a walk in October (Stefan Reynolds)

The present house was designed by Thomas Cubitt as a Grecian villa, and built in 1824 by Joseph Bonsor. Several owners have since added to it. Bonsor planted many of the avenues and woods on the estate. The house became a focus of Edwardian society when the Honourable Mrs Ronald Greville lived there, and entertained the social and political leaders of the time. In 1923 the then Duke and Duchess of York, later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, spent part of their honeymoon there. When Mrs Greville died in 1942 she bequeathed the estate to the National Trust as a memorial to her father. Some way further up the hill you will come to a short waymarker post with blue and yellow arrows, marking a crossroads of paths. 7. Keep straight ahead on the main track and then ignore the next path signed left. About 50m later, fork right to join a bridleway marked with a blue arrow (not the blue NT arrow). Keep straight ahead across a stone vehicle track and continue along the bridleway through woods for 450m to reach a junction with the road. Cross the road with care and go along the track opposite (signed for the Ranmore Campsite). Pass the scout campsite on the left and continue downhill for 100m to reach a signed junction. Turn left here to join the North Downs Way (marked by an acorn symbol). 8. Keep ahead on this path, passing through a wooden staggered barrier, along the edge of Ranmore Common woodland. After 700m, at a staggered crossroads, go ahead through a kissing

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gate into Steer’s Field. Take the left-hand of the two paths ahead, heading for Ranmore Common’s St Barnabas Church spire, noting the view of Westcott to the right and Dorking ahead. In 1850, the elaborate but now demolished Denbies house was designed and built by Thomas Cubitt, who was the well-known builder and architect of the oldest part of Polesden Lacey house. St Barnabas Church was built in 1859 near Denbies by Cubitt’s son George, later Lord Ashcombe. The National Trust acquired 99 hectares (245 acres) of the Denbies hillside in 1960 and manages it to conserve the chalk grassland. Follow the path as it swings left and pass through the gate to reach the car park where the walk began.

DISTANCE: 5 miles OS MAPS: Explorer 146 Dorking, Box Hill & Reigate START POINT: The walk starts and finishes at the National Trust Denbies Hillside pay and display car park on Ranmore Common Road, about one mile north-west of Dorking. Free for National Trust members. For many more walks, please visit our website at: www.vantagepointmag.co.uk/category/walks. February 2019

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PROFILE

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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 26th January to 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. The RSPB North East Hants Local Group Saturday 2nd February 7pm for 7.30pm The RSPB North East Hants Local Group welcome back one of its favourite speakers, Andrew Cleave to St Philip and St James’ Church Hall, Kings Road, Fleet GU51 3AR. He will use photos to show the rich bio diversity hosted by the various habitats of North Hampshire. The birdlife includes specialities like Dartford warbler and nightjar which will be accompanied by a variety of insects including some rarities, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, flowers and fungi – something for everyone. All are welcome to join in, group members free,

visitors £3. Free parking at the Hall. Please visit www. northeasthantsrspb.org.uk for more information. Phyllis Tuckell celebrates 40 years! With the Christmas decorations down and the January detox under way, it’s time to cheer yourself up by looking at the fun stuff 2019 has in store. It’s an important year locally, with Hospice Care charity Phyllis Tuckwell celebrating its 40th anniversary, so get your diary ready and pencil in your favourites from the range of activities and events planned. There’s something for everyone - so whether you fancy a fun-run, are up for an abseil, or just want to kick back and listen to some music, you’ll find it with Phyllis! Whichever you choose, every penny you raise will go towards helping Phyllis Tuckwell care for local patients and families who are living with an advanced or terminal illness, such as cancer. Every day it supports over 250 patients, relatives and carers - in their own homes, in the community, at the Hospice in Farnham and at the Beacon Centre in Guildford. However, as the NHS/Government only covers 20% of its costs, it has to raise over £20,000 a day to be able to offer all of these services, which it gives free of charge to its patients and their families. For more information visit www.pth.org. uk/event-diary, email fundraising@pth.org.uk or call Phyllis Tuckwell’s Fundraising team on 01252 729446. Measure for Measure Until Sunday 24th February Guildford Shakespeare Company’s next show will be their 40th production, and is a present-day staging of Shakespeare’s astonishingly modern examination of sexual harassment and the abuse of power. At the interval six characters will gender-swap and replay the show again from the beginning to encourage discussion preconceptions of gender and power structure. It takes place at Holy Trinity Church, Guildford and there are 23 performances. Tickets range from £26 to £16.50. Call 01483 304384 or go to www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk where you can also find more information. 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

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Dan Snow Wednesday 6th February 7.45pm Dan Snow, the ‘History Guy’, believes that history is the most exciting thing that has ever happened to anyone on this planet and on his best-selling tour ‘An Evening With the History Guy on The History Hit UK Tour’, the historian and broadcaster will be telling audiences why! Don’t miss Dan when he makes a stop at the Princes Hall in Aldershot on 6th February. Tickets are priced at £27 and are available from the Box Office on 01252 329155 or via www.princeshall.com. Farnham & District Museum Society Evening Talks Thursday 7th February 7.30 for 7.45pm Page 1 ‘Prehistoric Astronomy’ - Mike Pengelly makes a welcome return to the Society. Stonehenge may be our best known prehistoric observatory but our ancestors’ fascination with the stars began thousands of years earlier. Mike’s talk will reveal how the ancients regarded the sky at night. Talks take place at The Spire Church (formerly the United Reformed Church) South Street, Farnham, (please use the Victoria Road side entrance). Non-members are very welcome - £3 per visitor (£2 suggested donation from members). www.farnhammuseumsociety.org.uk. Cracking the Cryptic Crossword Code Thursdays 7th and 14th February 10 am-1pm Learn how to solve cryptic crossword clues over this twosession hands-on course which takes place at Guildford Institute, Ward Street, Guildford GU1 4LH. The activity is fun, as well as being good for the grey matter. Long-time crossword compiler and editor Susan Purcell will introduce you to the

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DadMan: The Bath-Time Warrior Thursday 7th February 1.30pm and 8pm Part interactive quiz, part musical extravaganza, DadMan explores the superhuman efforts needed to overcome the surprising and daunting challenges that come with fatherhood. The 1.30pm performance is a baby-friendly matinee, providing a relaxed environment for parents of young children, so you don’t have to worry about finding a babysitter! It is on at Farnham Maltings and tickets are £12 (£10 concessions, £9 members). Call the Box Office on 01252 745444 or go to www. farnhammaltings.com. 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.

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Church Hall, Queen Street, Godalming GU7 1BA will be by Catherine Greensmith. She will lecture (in French) on La Revolution Française - berceau de la France modern; an amazingly topical subject. Doors open at 7pm and coffee, tea and biscuits are available before the lecture. Les Amities Françaises are one of the largest and most active groups in the country with a growing membership and are linked to, and have the support of, the Alliance Française de Londres. For details of events and membership, email johnpetty46@outlook.com or visit www.amitiesfrancaises.com and their Facebook page: @ amitieswaverley. New members are very welcome.

Hale WI Wednesday 13th February 1.45pm Hale WI will meet at the Village Institute and their speaker will be Major Paul Whittle who will talk about ‘Tsars and Commissars - Aspect of St Petersburg’. Visitors will be very welcome. There will be a charge of £4. Please ring 01252 714363 or 01252 722817 if you would like more information.

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The Williams Club Monday 18th February 2.20pm–4pm A talk on The Wild West by Michael A'Bear will be the entertainment for the February meeting of the Williams Club, helping with sight loss in Farnham, and will be followed by a delicious tea and cakes, and a raffle. It takes place in the Conservative Club, Ivy Lane, off Downing St, Farnham. All are welcome to this friendly club which meets monthly, and transport can be arranged if necessary. For more information email them on secretary@williamsclubfarnham.co.uk or call Bob on 01252 725685 or Yvonne on 01252 713671 or visit www.williamsclubfarnham.co.uk. Film Maltings: Mary Poppins Returns Tuesday 18th February 2pm & 7pm Wednesday 19th February 11am 3pm and 8pm Emily Blunt and Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda star in the much-anticipated sequel to Disney’s beloved 1964 film. In Depression-era London, Jane and Michael Banks have grown up and forgotten the magic that changed their lives as children. Luckily a certain someone is on hand to help them relearn some old lessons! Tickets are £7 (£6 concessions, £5 under 15s, £4 members); Pre-film pizza available before the 8pm showings for £9. Call the Box Office on 01252 745444 or go to www.farnhammaltings.com. Xplorer Waverley’s biggest adventure for families is back, and it’s free. Explore a park, complete a navigation challenge and have fun as a family this February half term – Xplorer is the perfect outdoor activity for primary and pre-school children. They take place as follows: Farnham Park (next to the adventure playground) on 18th February from 10.30am to 12.30pm, Broadwater Park (next to the playground) on 21st February from- 10.30am to 12.30pm and Snoxhall Fields (next to the playground) on 22nd February from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Art Monday 18th to Saturday 23rd February The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre sees Nigel Havers, Denis Lawson and Stephen Tompkinson star in one of the most successful plays ever. Having opened in 1996, the show took both the West End and Broadway by storm, winning every major theatre award including the Olivier, Tony and Molière. Yasmina Reza’s dazzling

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Surrey Branch Western Front Association Wednesday 20th February 7.45pm Dr Peter Hodgkinson will give a talk entitled ‘Clearing the Dead 1919-1939’ at Cobham Day Centre. There is currently considerable interest in battlefield archaeology. After WW1 the British army began to search the battlefields for ‘the Missing’ with the search teams finding 200,000 bodies and a process, similar to modern archaeology, was carried out to attempt to unearth the missing and bury them properly in IWGC cemeteries. How was this done? Who did it? What were their experiences? For further information, contact Andy Thompson on 07768 197990 or email info@eyewitnesstours.com. Surrey Postcard Club Wednesday 20th February 7pm- 7.30pm The evening begins with a browse through dealers’ stocks and members’ spares. Coffee, tea, and biscuits are provided. 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. Farnham & District Museum Society Evening Talks Thursday 21st February 7.30pm for 7.45pm ‘River Kwai – The True Story’. Paul Whittle will discuss the infamous Burma-Thailand World War 2 Death Railway, the iconic 1957 film – and the many differences between fact and film.

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Talks take place at The Spire Church (formerly the United Reformed Church) South Street, Farnham, (please use the Victoria Road side entrance). Non-members are very welcome - £3 per visitor (£2 suggested donation from members). www. farnhammuseumsociety.org.uk. Hale Garden Club Thursday 21st February 4pm The newly reformed Hale Garden Club will meet at Hale Village Hall. Membership is £20 per year or £3 per monthly visit. The activities of the club will include members’ chats and questions, talks, demonstrations, plant and equipment sales etc. All are welcome and further information can be obtained by calling Geoff Wallis on 01252 711993. Unravel Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th February This wonderful festival of knitting is back at Farnham Maltings. Open on Friday 11am to 5pm, Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Day tickets are in advance £8 / on the door £10 and can be booked by calling the Box Office on 01252 745444 or online at www.farnhammaltings.com. Advance tickets are available until noon on Thursday 21st February. Since its launch in 2009, Unravel has become one of the leading independent events for knitting and crochet, with yarn enthusiasts visiting from across the country and around the world. For a full programme and exhibitor listings go to www. craft.farnhammaltings.com.

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