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Stitched By You workshops are held at the Herriard British Legion Hall, just off the A339 and close to Basingstoke, Hook and Alton.

for more information visit www.stitchedbyyou.co.uk or contact Caroline by emailing [email protected] or calling 07769 582138.

Caroline, tell us how Stitched By You came about? The Stitched By You School started running at the beginning of the year, how-ever it has been a dream of mine for a long time. I have always been interested in sewing and the idea of the school started to evolve during my apprentice-ship with a tailor in savile Row. I felt there are a lot of people who would like to be creative, to sew, crochet, make jewellery and many other crafts but lack the confidence and so the idea of a sewing/craft school began to develop. At the start of 2014 I was able to make this dream a reality and Stitched By You sprang to life.

Although I run the business I am fortunate to have met some very talented and creative people along the way and they are working with me to bring their skills and knowledge to the classes. The brilliant tutors share my ethos for teaching in a relaxed atmosphere to help participants feel comfortable in their learning environment whilst having fun at the same time.

What workshops and classes do you offer?Stitched By You is a craft school and our timetable is con-stantly evolving. Currently we offer classes in the arts of sewing, quilting, crochet and jewellery making. All equipment is provided, as are homemade cakes and refreshments!

Can complete beginners join in and what skills will they learn?Classes are for all levels so that everyone can feel comfort-able while enjoying a challenge. You can come along as a complete novice and learn the basics or develop skills you already have. Our Know Your sewing Machine course is where people can come and learn the basics but then there are classes where pupils can learn to make their own shift dress, A-line skirt or even piped cushions.

Which courses are popular?Alongside these more traditional courses we also offer some more novel ses-sions for example our very popular Knicker Parties where groups of ladies or individuals participate in making a pretty pair of knickers whilst having a good chat and giggle with friends. This one is particularly good for a birthday or hen party. We also offer workshops for parents and grandparents to learn together with their younger family members a lovely way for skills to be shared across generations. In many of our classes the participants take away an item theyve finished. Some of my proudest moments so far have been seeing the faces of pupils taking home items they never dreamed they could make.

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Stitched By You workshops are held at the Herriard British Legion Hall, just off the A339 and close to Basingstoke, Hook and Alton.

for more information visit www.stitchedbyyou.co.uk or contact Caroline by emailing [email protected] or calling 07769 582138.

Are there plans to grow the business or add new courses?We would like to offer a lot more courses, for example pattern cutting, beginners knitting, knitting socks and intermediate jewellery making to name a few.I would also like to expand our remit to offer knit and natter groups, mixed craft evenings and drop-in sessions.

What do you enjoy about running Stitched By You?I love seeing people learning something new, be it a whole new skill or learning that particular part of their art that they havent been able to master before. I love helping to provide them with the confidence and inspiration to go on and tackle new pro-jects. Its great watching everybody nattering and sharing tips. As with all businesses, there are difficult moments and new challenges. This is a new business and with that

comes a sharp learning curve, but I love every minute of it!

What do you love about living and working in the area?I have lived in this area for 15 years and absolutely love it. The villages and towns in Hampshire are friendly and welcoming places and this is something I want people to say about Stitched By You.

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Christabel McCullough discovers theres more to Wellington Country Park than a 1980s T.Rex.

It was a Wednesday afternoon, post school run, when we pulled up at Wellington Country Park. While I marvel at the size of the car park (a rarity these days), Rafferty and scarlett hotfoot it to the entrance ea-ger to explore. Quickly deterring them from manhandling every item in the impressive gift shop with a bribe, I mean promise, of ice cream, were handed a map from the smiley girl on reception and head straight for the Jumping Pillow. I defy any child not to enjoy this. so enamored were my gruesome twosome that I found myself forced, once again, to pull the ice cream card, just to prise them away.

The great thing about Wellington Country Park is that it doesnt take long to find something else to whet their appetite for adventure and fun. from clambering on climbing frames

and swooping down slides, to sand and water play, theres so many ways to keep little ones entertained. for imaginative play, we love the disused tractors and tiny wooden homes of the Enchanted forest. fairy doors and stairways in the trees set scarlett on the hunt for little folk, while Rafferty roars his way through the dinosaur trail, stopping for a moment to put his head inside a ferocious looking T.Rex. I first visited the Park in the 1980s, so a personal highlight was spying the original dino-saur from my childhood loitering among the trees. But theres no time for nostalgia: theres farm animals to feed, a miniature train to ride, gemstones to pan for, and the umpteenth go on the zip wire - the adventure playgrounds pice de rsistance. Anyone say coffee? Thankfully, theres a lovely caf with hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes and lunchboxes for the kids should you require sustenance.

You could easily spend a whole day at the Park: there are lots of picnic tables and secluded areas to put down a blanket. Nice clean loos and fresh coffee (something any parent with young children will appreciate) top off a fantastic day out for all the family. Well certainly be back in the summer holidays!

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Situated on the outskirts of Basingstoke, The Sun Inn feels a million miles away from the bustling town centre. from the outside it looks like a traditional country pub - inside we discovered an exciting menu created by the young, ambitious head chef and landlord, Gordon stott.

We visited on a friday lunchtime and were warmly welcomed by our waitress, suzanne, who showed us to the smart dining area. The menu is surprising: alongside classic pub fare like

local ale battered fish and chips, homemade burgers and a posh ploughmans, theres an impressive choice of starters, mains and desserts each with their own unique twist. for indecisive diners like myself, time should be taken to peruse the menu. Caught between tempting choices like roasted guinea fowl breast wrapped in Parma ham with giant couscous, and fish cakes with caper and lime dressing, sweet chilli gel and carrot and pepper remoulade, my procrastination is pushed to the limits. Thankfully Natalie, my famished lunch partner, is capable of making a decision and suggests sharing a deli board. The well-presented wooden board quickly arrives with ample portions of sliced Parma ham and smoked salmon, feta cheese stuffed red peppers, sun-blushed tomatoes, mixed olives and toasted garlic

ciabatta: all equally delicious and perfectly fresh - the right amount to satisfy us before the mains arrived. As a die-hard carnivore I throw caution to the wind, sidelining sirloin medallions for a dish I havent tried before. The panko-coated halloumi served with pea puree, crushed spring onions and new potatoes and a pickled cream was heavenly: unmistakable panko crunch with soft, gooey halloumi cheese oozing beneath. Top marks for seasoning. Natalies oven roasted lamb rump was cooked to perfection:. Tender, melt in the mouth rump was served with a creamy garlic and thyme risotto and vibrant al-dente broad beans. spying the potato dish of the moment - we couldnt resist a portion of triple-cooked chips. They didnt disappoint.: AMAZING.

feeling full and in the spirit of sharing, we treated ourselves to a delicious and bouncy vanilla souffl a perfect base for the dense chocolate sauce and fruity blueberries.

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As part of the competition, they must create and brand a motorsport team and present to some of the worlds top engineers. The team, known as Colossus f1, must build a world standard 21cm long car that complies with the 50-page rules and regulations to be in with a chance of winning the coveted Bernie ecclestone Trophy.

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Robert Mays school has been one of the only schools in the world to have competed in three of the nine world finals, making them one of the most successful schools in the world.

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PLEASE CALL 01252 830460 OR VISIT WWW.THEPLOUGHGARAGE.COM

MILL LANE, CRONDALL, FARNHAM, GU105RP

Summer Holiday Vehicle Health Check At The Plough Garage

With the summer holidays soon approaching, The Plough Garage is encouraging motorists to get their cars professionally checked to ensure they are safe, reliable and comfortable as the weather improves. The Plough Garage, in Crondall, is offering a Holiday Check to give drivers peace of mind before the summer getaway.

Towing a caravan or having a boot full of luggage demands that a car is in the best pos-sible condition to prevent a delayed start or an abrupt end to summer motoring. The multi-point Holiday Check provides an expert assessment of a vehicles condition, examining essential areas including the condition and level of the coolant and engine oil, as well as the brakes, tyres, wiper blades, windscreen and lights.

The Plough Garage also recommends that motorists have their air conditioning systems checked. Harmful bacteria and mould may have built up in the ducts of ventilation systems that have been switched off during the recent damp conditions, posing a health risk to drivers and passengers by circulating unpleasant bugs into the car. The Plough Garage has the very latest air conditioning system diagnostic and servicing equipment for all makes and models of vehicles.

Wayne Foster, The Plough Garage Service Controller, commented: We all look forward to the warmer weather and getting away for a well-deserved break, but finding a problem with the car on the morning of your holiday can ruin the getaway.

Booking a Holiday Check with The Plough Garage will put motorists minds at ease and ensure their vehicles are fully prepared for the holiday season.

Apart from being your local servicing and MOT centre, The Plough Garage also keep a wide selection of quality Used Cars. So if you are thinking of updating your car for the summer, we would be very pleased to hear from you.

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HORsING AROuND AT THE fOuR sEAsONs

A magnificent equestrian Centre has opened at the Four Seasons Hotel in Dogmersfield. The new horse riding facility is available for use by both residents of the hotel or non-residents in the local area. Guests can arrange tuition to suit riders of all levels from complete begin-ners to those looking to improve their dressage skills, while hacks through the beautiful 500-acre estate can also be booked. Younger guests aged seven to sixteen will be able to spend time down at the stables enjoy-ing a ride and learning all about stable management skills as part of the centres Own a Pony experience. for more informa-tion visit www.fourseasons.com/hampshire

A LOvELY LOCAL WEDDING

We love this montage of images taken by Wedding Photographer, Penny Hardie from upton Grey, showing a very local wedding. Kate and Michael were married in May at All saints Church, followed by a reception at Cain Manor.

kate is the daughter of Jan Baker, owner of The frame Gallery, who bought her beautiful wedding dress from Brides of odiham. Moutan and Odiham Cake

Company supplied the stunning flowers and wedding cake.

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Odiham voluntary Care Group NEEDs YOu!

The Odiham voluntary Group provide transport for the people of Odiham and the surrounding villages for doctor, dentist and hospital appointments, shopping trips, visits to Rosefield Day Centre and lunch club, and to see close relatives in hospital when no other transport is available. They also provide a shopping delivery service for those who are housebound.The Odiham voluntary Group is desperately looking for new drivers. If you think you can volunteer some of your time to helping out please contact sean Knight on 0755 158 7862 or email [email protected]

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OPEN EARLY JUNE LATE SEPTEMBER Call 01252 845772 from May 1st or visit our website www.westgreenfruits.com

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Buryfields Infant School

This term we are learning about gardens. We have begun our topic by visiting Sir Harold Hiller Gardens in Romsey. We had an absolutely brilliant time learning about the plants, trees and wildlife that live in the arboretum. We completed many differ-ent activities throughout the day and had fabulous weather to make it even more fantastic!

We completed a colour-matching task, where we had to match the colours on the paint palette to different plants and flowers. We used large nets to sweep in the long grass and catch minibe-asts. We travelled through the bamboo tunnel and across the rickety, wobbly bridge. We made our own decorative caterpillars using tiny bits of plants and enjoyed smelling the different plants in the Mediterranean garden.

We have visited Hiller Gardens

We learnt about ever-green and deciduous trees. We felt the smooth Eucalyptus tree, popular with Koalas in Australia, Koalas spend all day eating the leaves. We also looked at plants with huge leaves.

These little fruit jellies are full of bursting bubbles that tingle on the tongue with every mouthful.

Ingredients:

4 LEAvEs Of GELATINE800G sOfT fRuIT. YOu CAN EITHER usE ONE vARIETY OR A mIx SuCH AS STRAWBeRRIeS, RASPBeRRIeS, BLACkBeRRIeS, BLueBeRRIeS, BLACk/ReDCuRRAnTS - CoLD450ML Of PROsECCO OR OTHER fIZZY WINE - CHILLED5G CAsTER suGAR

Method:

Have 8 small moulds ready such as Dariole moulds, or small coffee cups, egg cups, glasses etc. soak the gelatine leaves in cold water for 5 mins. While this is soaking place the fruit

into the moulds. Place the fruit filled moulds onto a tray and in the fridge to stay cold.When the gelatine is soft drain the excess water and add 100ml of hot water to the gelatine. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.When the gelatine has cooled to room temperature add the Prosecco or equivalent and then pour into the moulds. Place in the fridge to set.When the jellies are ready, dip the bottom of the moulds into hot water to release and then turn out onto a plate, or eat them straight from the mould.

Tips: keeping the fruit cold and Prosecco cold helps keep the fizz in the jellies.Instead of using gelatine you can use 135g of packet jelly such as raspberry using a 100ml of boiling

water to dissolve, letting it cool to room temperature before adding the Prosecco.

These little jellies are great for summer picnics and dont forget a spoon.

Recipe: Fruit Jellies

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PreP 15 mins + chillingserves 8

Summer scents and heavenly blooms........wayside flowers.....relax and enjoy!Try this walk to catch the summer flowers: the blue-grey of bor-age, and the dense foliage of the horse chestnut trees. Everywhere blooming, heavy fecundity. The oil seed rape vast yellow patchwork may have metamorphosed into a mass of green pods by now. How-ever following the path and wading through after a rain shower will still give you the exhilarating and refreshing rush of cold wet legs on a warm day (do wear your waterproof over trousers if you have them). What a delight!

Distance: 6 miles Time: about 3 hoursTr Turn right Tl Turn left Kg Kissing gate sO straight on FPFootpathstart and Finish: B3349 south WarnboroughPark with care along the side road and lay-by next to Kings motor services.

Look on your left facing the village for a kg and follow the FP along the field edge behind houses then across the field where the way ahead is shown through the crop. Cross the next field in the same direc-tion then across the corner of a field to reach the edge of a wood. Follow the edge of the wood with an arrow on the right to a KG and go through. follow fP ahead through grass with a shooting platform on left. At this point you will be crossing a Roman road heading for silchester, the remnant of the agger can be seen in the trees on the right.

Go sO with line of horse chestnuts on right to a land where TR. After 200m TL at waymark sign past a log pile and then sO to end of woodland strip where TR. Continue on gravel trackwith a right then left bend then sO with Hoddington House and farm on right to a road where TR. This is the village of upton Grey.

After 150m TL up short drive then along a hedged fP to a lane where TR and sO to a signposted cross roads where continue across. In about 500m TR by a many branched tree and along lane past Bidden grange Farm to a road where TL and then almost immediately TR over a stile following field boundary uphill to where the path follows sharply right on the edge of a wood.

The FP is overgrown here so TL through break in the hedge then follow the field boundary round the edge of a wood on your left then right again and continuing along edge of wood to Little Dean farm. Here TR on a short path by the farm to a road where TR and go So to another road at Tile Barn farm. Here TL and follow road towards South Warnborough. Where horses are in field on right shortly after entering the village TR and follow fP to reach shortly downhill your start point.

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July6th and 7th Andwell Brewing Company Family Fun Weekend 11am-4pmMini-brewery tours, face painting, bouncy castle, live music, Newlyns-run

BBQ, ice cream, cask and bottled beers. 3.50 Children under 16 go free when accompanied by a paying adult.

www.andwells.com

12th Casino Royale Charity Event 6pm-2amBlack tie, Bond-themed charity event not to be missed. Peppones Restaurant,

Crondall.for tickets and more information contact Champagne Jelly Events on

07758915308.

13th vineyards of Hampshire Wine festivalJenkyn Place Vineyard, Hole Lane, Bentley, Hampshire, gu10 5Lu

Tickets 5 per person (no charge for under 18s). Contact Sarah Besly on 02392 632358 or email [email protected]

19th 20th farnborough AirshowA great day out for all the family. 46 for adults, u16s go free.

www.farnborough.com

26th Dollys vintage summer fair 10am-4pmElizabeth Hall, Raven Road, Hook RG27 9HH

www.facebook.com/DollysVintagedo

26th Aldershot Town Centre Music festivalPrinces Gardens, fREE.

August3rd Culture on the Common, Hartley Wintney 1-5pm.

Celebration of local artists. fREE.

9th 17th A Day Out with Thomas at the Watercress LineAdult 18 Child (age 2 - 16 yrs) 12 Family (2A+2C) 54

Child under 2 yrs fREE.www.watercressline.co.uk

23rd Swim.Bike.Run at Lord Wandsworth CollegeLocal sprint distance triathlon for all abilities. entry fee 25

To register visit teammoorefitness.co.uk

25th Odiham Italian Market 10am-4pm

29th - Route 66 An illustrated talk by John Lymer and Michael Drayton at The Cross Barn, odiham 7-10:30pm

Tickets will be 15, and includes burgers, ice creams, and milkshakes - an all American evening. Liquid refreshments are also available.

www.thecrossbarn.org.uk

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01252 850121 st-nicholas.hants.sch.ukFor more information please contact the Registrar:[email protected]

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Sat 8th November 2014 10am-1pmOpenEvening

CELEBRATIONS . ANNIVERSARIES . PRIVATE PARTIES . GRAND EVENTS

HARTLEY WINTNEY HAMPSHIRE RG27 8AS

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For 20 to 200 guestsPrivate rooms, small parties

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