VANTAGEPOINTThe local magazine produced by local people for the local community
vantagepointmagcouk Dorking amp Villages bull September 2015
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DORKINGrsquoS HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
CREATING A GARDEN FOR RETIREMENT
THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC IN SCHOOLS
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You may have noticed that we have had a small mid-season refresh I hope everything is a little clearer to read and a bit easier on the eye The good news is that the content remains as relevant and localised as possible with the most comprehensive free event listings available
You can always tell September is here as the Jottings postbag is signifi cantly bigger than the previous two months when so many people are away on holiday Still it keeps Nick and Angie off the fairway and out of trouble
There is so much going on that we have not been able to fi t everything into each of our fi ve diff erent editions so you might like to check out the online editions of all our magazines to see full details of some
of the following big events Guildford has its annual Book Festival for which we are a media partner The Surrey Hills Wood Fair at Birtley House near Bramley is always worth avisit and in Godalming on Saturday 12th September there is a big WWI commemorative event called West Surreyrsquos War 1914-1918
That same weekend sees the annual Heritage Open Days although some events will start on Thursday 10th September These take place in Dorking Farnham Godalming and Guildford and all events are free It is an ideal time to explore the heritage on your doorstep or even further afi eld so get out there and enjoy all that this great scheme has to off er
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CONTENTS
6 Jottings Your local community noticeboard
8 Fashion amp Crafts Creative bug
12 Heirloom Fruit and Vegetables We look into traditional varieties of vegetables
16 Heritage Open Days Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
24 Schools The importance of music in schools
26 Gastro Local food and drink news
28 Gardening Creating a garden for retirement
30 Recipes The best of veg
34 Walk Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
37 Profi le Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre
38 Business Cards Small ads for trades and services
39 Competitions and Reader Offer Win one of two great prizes and free bulbs offer
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Last month we spent a very pleasant day at The Chilli Fiesta at West Dean House the historic fl int-faced Grade ll listed building situated in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park It was a lovely sunny day and hot in every sense of the word Actually itrsquos a brilliantly organised festival with lots to see taste and listen to We went home laden with chilli plants chutneys and sauces - should see us through the winter After a quiet August September is pretty busy with everyone getting back to normal after the summer holidays Fingers crossed for a really sunny and warm late summerearly autumn
Sculptures created by some of the most renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society will form a Sculpture Trail through RHS Garden Wisley for the societyrsquos 17th annual exhibition at the internationally acclaimed venue It opened in August and runs until 27th September The Surrey Sculpture Societyrsquos membership has now grown to over 350 from talented amateurs to gifted professional sculptors from Surrey and the south of England creating affordable and original pieces that can form eye-catching focal points in gardens conservatories or interiors The sculptors work with a broad range of materials including stone metal bronze resin glass ceramic wood and found objects Admission to the Sculpture Trail is included in entrance to RHS Wisley For information on Surrey Sculpture Society visit wwwsurreysculptureorguk
The Three Bridges spiritualist church a very friendly and lovely well established spiritualist church has been around for many years and their doors are open to everyone They are a self funded church so everything that comes in goes back into the church They hold a service every Wednesday evening Their doors open at 7pm and the service starts at 730pm till 9pm Itrsquos pound4 on the door which includes
a raffl e ticket which is drawn at the end of the service and a lovely cup of tea or coffee They are holding one to one reading evenings throughout the year as well as special clairvoyant evenings They are currently fund raising for a new church roof and you can purchase a roof slate for pound5 each with a picture and message in memory of a loved one Contact Tina Monday to Friday 3-5pm on 07518 303618 all information also can be found at wwwthreebridgesspiritualistchurchcouk Septemberrsquos programme 2nd Ivan Lee 9th Leslie Houbrsquoe 16th Barry De-Rose (please bring a fl ower of your choice) 18th 1to1 Reading (please call to book) 23rd John Carol 30th Hazel Martin
Watermill Jazz meets every Thursday evening at the Aviva Social Club Pixham Lane RH4 1QU The next one is on 3rd September Each week therersquos a different group of talented performers from the world of jazz More information at wwwwatermilljazzcouk
St Martinrsquos Church East Horsley Family Film Club has their next meeting on Friday 4th September in the Canterbury Rooms (behind church) They will be serving Pizza at 5pm followed by a fi lm screening (PG) at 530pm Please note new timing Further details on 01483 282038 Admission is free but donations are welcome
G Liversquos brand new party night Back to School Disco is on Friday 4th September from 8pm - 1am theyrsquoll be celebrating everything 90s from the decade that brought you Baywatch Tamagotchis and dial-up Internet From girl groups All Saints and The Spice Girls to brilliant boy bands like Take That Boyzone and the Backstreet Boys with Britpop from Oasis Blur and Pulp to old school dance anthems this is one party you wonrsquot want to miss Snap-up your tickets now priced at just pound9 Ages 18+ Call 01483 369350
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Polesden Lacey Autumn Photography Exhibition 1 September - 15 October Stunning large-scale photographic installations are displayed in the Edwardian walled garden Normal admission applies
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
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Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
FIND OUT MORE
Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
15 September 2015
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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You may have noticed that we have had a small mid-season refresh I hope everything is a little clearer to read and a bit easier on the eye The good news is that the content remains as relevant and localised as possible with the most comprehensive free event listings available
You can always tell September is here as the Jottings postbag is signifi cantly bigger than the previous two months when so many people are away on holiday Still it keeps Nick and Angie off the fairway and out of trouble
There is so much going on that we have not been able to fi t everything into each of our fi ve diff erent editions so you might like to check out the online editions of all our magazines to see full details of some
of the following big events Guildford has its annual Book Festival for which we are a media partner The Surrey Hills Wood Fair at Birtley House near Bramley is always worth avisit and in Godalming on Saturday 12th September there is a big WWI commemorative event called West Surreyrsquos War 1914-1918
That same weekend sees the annual Heritage Open Days although some events will start on Thursday 10th September These take place in Dorking Farnham Godalming and Guildford and all events are free It is an ideal time to explore the heritage on your doorstep or even further afi eld so get out there and enjoy all that this great scheme has to off er
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CONTENTS
6 Jottings Your local community noticeboard
8 Fashion amp Crafts Creative bug
12 Heirloom Fruit and Vegetables We look into traditional varieties of vegetables
16 Heritage Open Days Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
24 Schools The importance of music in schools
26 Gastro Local food and drink news
28 Gardening Creating a garden for retirement
30 Recipes The best of veg
34 Walk Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
37 Profi le Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre
38 Business Cards Small ads for trades and services
39 Competitions and Reader Offer Win one of two great prizes and free bulbs offer
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Last month we spent a very pleasant day at The Chilli Fiesta at West Dean House the historic fl int-faced Grade ll listed building situated in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park It was a lovely sunny day and hot in every sense of the word Actually itrsquos a brilliantly organised festival with lots to see taste and listen to We went home laden with chilli plants chutneys and sauces - should see us through the winter After a quiet August September is pretty busy with everyone getting back to normal after the summer holidays Fingers crossed for a really sunny and warm late summerearly autumn
Sculptures created by some of the most renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society will form a Sculpture Trail through RHS Garden Wisley for the societyrsquos 17th annual exhibition at the internationally acclaimed venue It opened in August and runs until 27th September The Surrey Sculpture Societyrsquos membership has now grown to over 350 from talented amateurs to gifted professional sculptors from Surrey and the south of England creating affordable and original pieces that can form eye-catching focal points in gardens conservatories or interiors The sculptors work with a broad range of materials including stone metal bronze resin glass ceramic wood and found objects Admission to the Sculpture Trail is included in entrance to RHS Wisley For information on Surrey Sculpture Society visit wwwsurreysculptureorguk
The Three Bridges spiritualist church a very friendly and lovely well established spiritualist church has been around for many years and their doors are open to everyone They are a self funded church so everything that comes in goes back into the church They hold a service every Wednesday evening Their doors open at 7pm and the service starts at 730pm till 9pm Itrsquos pound4 on the door which includes
a raffl e ticket which is drawn at the end of the service and a lovely cup of tea or coffee They are holding one to one reading evenings throughout the year as well as special clairvoyant evenings They are currently fund raising for a new church roof and you can purchase a roof slate for pound5 each with a picture and message in memory of a loved one Contact Tina Monday to Friday 3-5pm on 07518 303618 all information also can be found at wwwthreebridgesspiritualistchurchcouk Septemberrsquos programme 2nd Ivan Lee 9th Leslie Houbrsquoe 16th Barry De-Rose (please bring a fl ower of your choice) 18th 1to1 Reading (please call to book) 23rd John Carol 30th Hazel Martin
Watermill Jazz meets every Thursday evening at the Aviva Social Club Pixham Lane RH4 1QU The next one is on 3rd September Each week therersquos a different group of talented performers from the world of jazz More information at wwwwatermilljazzcouk
St Martinrsquos Church East Horsley Family Film Club has their next meeting on Friday 4th September in the Canterbury Rooms (behind church) They will be serving Pizza at 5pm followed by a fi lm screening (PG) at 530pm Please note new timing Further details on 01483 282038 Admission is free but donations are welcome
G Liversquos brand new party night Back to School Disco is on Friday 4th September from 8pm - 1am theyrsquoll be celebrating everything 90s from the decade that brought you Baywatch Tamagotchis and dial-up Internet From girl groups All Saints and The Spice Girls to brilliant boy bands like Take That Boyzone and the Backstreet Boys with Britpop from Oasis Blur and Pulp to old school dance anthems this is one party you wonrsquot want to miss Snap-up your tickets now priced at just pound9 Ages 18+ Call 01483 369350
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
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Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
FIND OUT MORE
Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
15 September 2015
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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You may have noticed that we have had a small mid-season refresh I hope everything is a little clearer to read and a bit easier on the eye The good news is that the content remains as relevant and localised as possible with the most comprehensive free event listings available
You can always tell September is here as the Jottings postbag is signifi cantly bigger than the previous two months when so many people are away on holiday Still it keeps Nick and Angie off the fairway and out of trouble
There is so much going on that we have not been able to fi t everything into each of our fi ve diff erent editions so you might like to check out the online editions of all our magazines to see full details of some
of the following big events Guildford has its annual Book Festival for which we are a media partner The Surrey Hills Wood Fair at Birtley House near Bramley is always worth avisit and in Godalming on Saturday 12th September there is a big WWI commemorative event called West Surreyrsquos War 1914-1918
That same weekend sees the annual Heritage Open Days although some events will start on Thursday 10th September These take place in Dorking Farnham Godalming and Guildford and all events are free It is an ideal time to explore the heritage on your doorstep or even further afi eld so get out there and enjoy all that this great scheme has to off er
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CONTENTS
6 Jottings Your local community noticeboard
8 Fashion amp Crafts Creative bug
12 Heirloom Fruit and Vegetables We look into traditional varieties of vegetables
16 Heritage Open Days Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
24 Schools The importance of music in schools
26 Gastro Local food and drink news
28 Gardening Creating a garden for retirement
30 Recipes The best of veg
34 Walk Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
37 Profi le Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre
38 Business Cards Small ads for trades and services
39 Competitions and Reader Offer Win one of two great prizes and free bulbs offer
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Last month we spent a very pleasant day at The Chilli Fiesta at West Dean House the historic fl int-faced Grade ll listed building situated in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park It was a lovely sunny day and hot in every sense of the word Actually itrsquos a brilliantly organised festival with lots to see taste and listen to We went home laden with chilli plants chutneys and sauces - should see us through the winter After a quiet August September is pretty busy with everyone getting back to normal after the summer holidays Fingers crossed for a really sunny and warm late summerearly autumn
Sculptures created by some of the most renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society will form a Sculpture Trail through RHS Garden Wisley for the societyrsquos 17th annual exhibition at the internationally acclaimed venue It opened in August and runs until 27th September The Surrey Sculpture Societyrsquos membership has now grown to over 350 from talented amateurs to gifted professional sculptors from Surrey and the south of England creating affordable and original pieces that can form eye-catching focal points in gardens conservatories or interiors The sculptors work with a broad range of materials including stone metal bronze resin glass ceramic wood and found objects Admission to the Sculpture Trail is included in entrance to RHS Wisley For information on Surrey Sculpture Society visit wwwsurreysculptureorguk
The Three Bridges spiritualist church a very friendly and lovely well established spiritualist church has been around for many years and their doors are open to everyone They are a self funded church so everything that comes in goes back into the church They hold a service every Wednesday evening Their doors open at 7pm and the service starts at 730pm till 9pm Itrsquos pound4 on the door which includes
a raffl e ticket which is drawn at the end of the service and a lovely cup of tea or coffee They are holding one to one reading evenings throughout the year as well as special clairvoyant evenings They are currently fund raising for a new church roof and you can purchase a roof slate for pound5 each with a picture and message in memory of a loved one Contact Tina Monday to Friday 3-5pm on 07518 303618 all information also can be found at wwwthreebridgesspiritualistchurchcouk Septemberrsquos programme 2nd Ivan Lee 9th Leslie Houbrsquoe 16th Barry De-Rose (please bring a fl ower of your choice) 18th 1to1 Reading (please call to book) 23rd John Carol 30th Hazel Martin
Watermill Jazz meets every Thursday evening at the Aviva Social Club Pixham Lane RH4 1QU The next one is on 3rd September Each week therersquos a different group of talented performers from the world of jazz More information at wwwwatermilljazzcouk
St Martinrsquos Church East Horsley Family Film Club has their next meeting on Friday 4th September in the Canterbury Rooms (behind church) They will be serving Pizza at 5pm followed by a fi lm screening (PG) at 530pm Please note new timing Further details on 01483 282038 Admission is free but donations are welcome
G Liversquos brand new party night Back to School Disco is on Friday 4th September from 8pm - 1am theyrsquoll be celebrating everything 90s from the decade that brought you Baywatch Tamagotchis and dial-up Internet From girl groups All Saints and The Spice Girls to brilliant boy bands like Take That Boyzone and the Backstreet Boys with Britpop from Oasis Blur and Pulp to old school dance anthems this is one party you wonrsquot want to miss Snap-up your tickets now priced at just pound9 Ages 18+ Call 01483 369350
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Polesden Lacey Autumn Photography Exhibition 1 September - 15 October Stunning large-scale photographic installations are displayed in the Edwardian walled garden Normal admission applies
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
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Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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experience necessary watch out for the fl yers and book your place Then just go along to the United Reformed Church Hall in West Street Dorking For further information or to book call 01403 240093 or email peterchrisbeckleytiscalicouk
This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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6 Jottings Your local community noticeboard
8 Fashion amp Crafts Creative bug
12 Heirloom Fruit and Vegetables We look into traditional varieties of vegetables
16 Heritage Open Days Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
24 Schools The importance of music in schools
26 Gastro Local food and drink news
28 Gardening Creating a garden for retirement
30 Recipes The best of veg
34 Walk Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
37 Profi le Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre
38 Business Cards Small ads for trades and services
39 Competitions and Reader Offer Win one of two great prizes and free bulbs offer
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Last month we spent a very pleasant day at The Chilli Fiesta at West Dean House the historic fl int-faced Grade ll listed building situated in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park It was a lovely sunny day and hot in every sense of the word Actually itrsquos a brilliantly organised festival with lots to see taste and listen to We went home laden with chilli plants chutneys and sauces - should see us through the winter After a quiet August September is pretty busy with everyone getting back to normal after the summer holidays Fingers crossed for a really sunny and warm late summerearly autumn
Sculptures created by some of the most renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society will form a Sculpture Trail through RHS Garden Wisley for the societyrsquos 17th annual exhibition at the internationally acclaimed venue It opened in August and runs until 27th September The Surrey Sculpture Societyrsquos membership has now grown to over 350 from talented amateurs to gifted professional sculptors from Surrey and the south of England creating affordable and original pieces that can form eye-catching focal points in gardens conservatories or interiors The sculptors work with a broad range of materials including stone metal bronze resin glass ceramic wood and found objects Admission to the Sculpture Trail is included in entrance to RHS Wisley For information on Surrey Sculpture Society visit wwwsurreysculptureorguk
The Three Bridges spiritualist church a very friendly and lovely well established spiritualist church has been around for many years and their doors are open to everyone They are a self funded church so everything that comes in goes back into the church They hold a service every Wednesday evening Their doors open at 7pm and the service starts at 730pm till 9pm Itrsquos pound4 on the door which includes
a raffl e ticket which is drawn at the end of the service and a lovely cup of tea or coffee They are holding one to one reading evenings throughout the year as well as special clairvoyant evenings They are currently fund raising for a new church roof and you can purchase a roof slate for pound5 each with a picture and message in memory of a loved one Contact Tina Monday to Friday 3-5pm on 07518 303618 all information also can be found at wwwthreebridgesspiritualistchurchcouk Septemberrsquos programme 2nd Ivan Lee 9th Leslie Houbrsquoe 16th Barry De-Rose (please bring a fl ower of your choice) 18th 1to1 Reading (please call to book) 23rd John Carol 30th Hazel Martin
Watermill Jazz meets every Thursday evening at the Aviva Social Club Pixham Lane RH4 1QU The next one is on 3rd September Each week therersquos a different group of talented performers from the world of jazz More information at wwwwatermilljazzcouk
St Martinrsquos Church East Horsley Family Film Club has their next meeting on Friday 4th September in the Canterbury Rooms (behind church) They will be serving Pizza at 5pm followed by a fi lm screening (PG) at 530pm Please note new timing Further details on 01483 282038 Admission is free but donations are welcome
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
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Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
FIND OUT MORE
Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
15 September 2015
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Last month we spent a very pleasant day at The Chilli Fiesta at West Dean House the historic fl int-faced Grade ll listed building situated in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park It was a lovely sunny day and hot in every sense of the word Actually itrsquos a brilliantly organised festival with lots to see taste and listen to We went home laden with chilli plants chutneys and sauces - should see us through the winter After a quiet August September is pretty busy with everyone getting back to normal after the summer holidays Fingers crossed for a really sunny and warm late summerearly autumn
Sculptures created by some of the most renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society will form a Sculpture Trail through RHS Garden Wisley for the societyrsquos 17th annual exhibition at the internationally acclaimed venue It opened in August and runs until 27th September The Surrey Sculpture Societyrsquos membership has now grown to over 350 from talented amateurs to gifted professional sculptors from Surrey and the south of England creating affordable and original pieces that can form eye-catching focal points in gardens conservatories or interiors The sculptors work with a broad range of materials including stone metal bronze resin glass ceramic wood and found objects Admission to the Sculpture Trail is included in entrance to RHS Wisley For information on Surrey Sculpture Society visit wwwsurreysculptureorguk
The Three Bridges spiritualist church a very friendly and lovely well established spiritualist church has been around for many years and their doors are open to everyone They are a self funded church so everything that comes in goes back into the church They hold a service every Wednesday evening Their doors open at 7pm and the service starts at 730pm till 9pm Itrsquos pound4 on the door which includes
a raffl e ticket which is drawn at the end of the service and a lovely cup of tea or coffee They are holding one to one reading evenings throughout the year as well as special clairvoyant evenings They are currently fund raising for a new church roof and you can purchase a roof slate for pound5 each with a picture and message in memory of a loved one Contact Tina Monday to Friday 3-5pm on 07518 303618 all information also can be found at wwwthreebridgesspiritualistchurchcouk Septemberrsquos programme 2nd Ivan Lee 9th Leslie Houbrsquoe 16th Barry De-Rose (please bring a fl ower of your choice) 18th 1to1 Reading (please call to book) 23rd John Carol 30th Hazel Martin
Watermill Jazz meets every Thursday evening at the Aviva Social Club Pixham Lane RH4 1QU The next one is on 3rd September Each week therersquos a different group of talented performers from the world of jazz More information at wwwwatermilljazzcouk
St Martinrsquos Church East Horsley Family Film Club has their next meeting on Friday 4th September in the Canterbury Rooms (behind church) They will be serving Pizza at 5pm followed by a fi lm screening (PG) at 530pm Please note new timing Further details on 01483 282038 Admission is free but donations are welcome
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Polesden Lacey Autumn Photography Exhibition 1 September - 15 October Stunning large-scale photographic installations are displayed in the Edwardian walled garden Normal admission applies
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
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Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
FIND OUT MORE
Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
15 September 2015
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Last month we spent a very pleasant day at The Chilli Fiesta at West Dean House the historic fl int-faced Grade ll listed building situated in the heart of the beautiful South Downs National Park It was a lovely sunny day and hot in every sense of the word Actually itrsquos a brilliantly organised festival with lots to see taste and listen to We went home laden with chilli plants chutneys and sauces - should see us through the winter After a quiet August September is pretty busy with everyone getting back to normal after the summer holidays Fingers crossed for a really sunny and warm late summerearly autumn
Sculptures created by some of the most renowned established and emerging artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society will form a Sculpture Trail through RHS Garden Wisley for the societyrsquos 17th annual exhibition at the internationally acclaimed venue It opened in August and runs until 27th September The Surrey Sculpture Societyrsquos membership has now grown to over 350 from talented amateurs to gifted professional sculptors from Surrey and the south of England creating affordable and original pieces that can form eye-catching focal points in gardens conservatories or interiors The sculptors work with a broad range of materials including stone metal bronze resin glass ceramic wood and found objects Admission to the Sculpture Trail is included in entrance to RHS Wisley For information on Surrey Sculpture Society visit wwwsurreysculptureorguk
The Three Bridges spiritualist church a very friendly and lovely well established spiritualist church has been around for many years and their doors are open to everyone They are a self funded church so everything that comes in goes back into the church They hold a service every Wednesday evening Their doors open at 7pm and the service starts at 730pm till 9pm Itrsquos pound4 on the door which includes
a raffl e ticket which is drawn at the end of the service and a lovely cup of tea or coffee They are holding one to one reading evenings throughout the year as well as special clairvoyant evenings They are currently fund raising for a new church roof and you can purchase a roof slate for pound5 each with a picture and message in memory of a loved one Contact Tina Monday to Friday 3-5pm on 07518 303618 all information also can be found at wwwthreebridgesspiritualistchurchcouk Septemberrsquos programme 2nd Ivan Lee 9th Leslie Houbrsquoe 16th Barry De-Rose (please bring a fl ower of your choice) 18th 1to1 Reading (please call to book) 23rd John Carol 30th Hazel Martin
Watermill Jazz meets every Thursday evening at the Aviva Social Club Pixham Lane RH4 1QU The next one is on 3rd September Each week therersquos a different group of talented performers from the world of jazz More information at wwwwatermilljazzcouk
St Martinrsquos Church East Horsley Family Film Club has their next meeting on Friday 4th September in the Canterbury Rooms (behind church) They will be serving Pizza at 5pm followed by a fi lm screening (PG) at 530pm Please note new timing Further details on 01483 282038 Admission is free but donations are welcome
G Liversquos brand new party night Back to School Disco is on Friday 4th September from 8pm - 1am theyrsquoll be celebrating everything 90s from the decade that brought you Baywatch Tamagotchis and dial-up Internet From girl groups All Saints and The Spice Girls to brilliant boy bands like Take That Boyzone and the Backstreet Boys with Britpop from Oasis Blur and Pulp to old school dance anthems this is one party you wonrsquot want to miss Snap-up your tickets now priced at just pound9 Ages 18+ Call 01483 369350
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Polesden Lacey Autumn Photography Exhibition 1 September - 15 October Stunning large-scale photographic installations are displayed in the Edwardian walled garden Normal admission applies
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
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Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Polesden Lacey Autumn Photography Exhibition 1 September - 15 October Stunning large-scale photographic installations are displayed in the Edwardian walled garden Normal admission applies
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
Kirstie Smillie is a personal stylist dedicated to improving your self confi dence through fashion and simplifying your wardrobe Email kirstiekirstiesmilliecom 07773 234947 wwwkirstiesmilliecom
Must seehellipand do
Old jeans jumpers skirts - fi nd plenty of creative up-cycling inspiration on wwwpinterestcom
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDlt6 15gt
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
FIND OUT MORE
Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
15 September 2015
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDlt10 18gt
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Craft connoisseur Claire Dadswell with a CV including The London College of Fashion off ers classes from her Godalming location Her most popular lesson Intro to Sew is a two hour session for pound25 (with tea and a chat for free)
Sewing machines can take a bit of mastering and a few head scratching moments so having an expert on hand to help when ldquo the blasted bobbin is stuckrdquo is a good starting point
With or without a sewing machine (as she has a selection to use including a traditional hand-crank version pictured above) you are taught how to set up your machine and learn the basics to kick-start your homespun dreams
The re-cycle bug is still growing Using your old clothing to make new is so rewarding and Claire is a big advocate of this ldquoI canrsquot stand throwing away anything - if it can be reused I will make it into something newrdquo
Up-cycling is the buzz word but itrsquos not that new as our grandparents started it during the war An unused
Dadrsquos shirt can be made into kids pyjama trousers (using the sleeves) or a little girlrsquos frock (using the buttoned placket) A real saving on fabric and trimmings Denim jeans can be made into soft reversible weekend bags and holiday pebbles decorated in crochet as a unique ornament
For class times and prices email claireimadethiscraftscouk or call 07941 159461 wwwimadethiscraftscouk
FASHION amp CRAFTSCreative bugKirstie Smillie fi nds plenty of artistic talent in Surrey spreading their creative bug
I love being around creative people but what often saddens me is the number of gifted people there are and how hard it is to make a living from it
Saying that from adversity comes innovation In our challenging times old crafts are returning to popularity This is giving creative types the opportunity to earn income from their knowledge with classes in a multitude of crafts From crochet and knitting to sewing and neelepoint these quiet brain calming pastimes enable us to make beautiful things by ourselves
Learning a new craft or remembering an old one is a great way to socialise with friends and like minded people You can even save funds on soft furnishings when you make them yourself and design them how you want them Keep ideas simple to start with just use basic shapes and then as you grow in confi dence try more technical designs
Get sewing
Up-cycle by Claire Dadwell I Made This Crafts - old shirts jeans and a pebble get a make-over
9 September 2015
FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
Contact simondykes7googlemailcom or call the shop 01306 880026 or visit wwwshabbychiccountrylivingcom for inspiration
For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
To view and book the workshops on off er visit the website wwwfarrnhammaltingscom or call 01252 745444
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
15 September 2015
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDlt10 18gt
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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FASHION amp CRAFTS
Now for something a bit differentFancy a go at glass-blowing Try a day course with skilled artisan Jake Mee at Smithbrook Glassblowing Studio Cranleigh
Call 01483 548480 for details and dates or visit wwwsmithbrookglassblowingstudiocouk
Love wood Then join Surrey sculptor Ruth Wheeler with Sculpt It 1st and 2nd September for woodland arts workshops held at The Workshop Devils Punch Bowl
For bookings and future wood carving dates email ruthwheelerscultitgmailcom call 0776 9906529 wwwsculptitcouk
Enjoy the beauty of stained glass design Artist Amanda Winfi eld based in Abinger Hammer off ers taster days and more experienced courses throughout the year
Email amanda1abinger-stained-glasscouk call 01306 730617 or visit wwwabinger-stained-glasscouk for details
Learn furniture painting techniques from an expert Simon Dykes of Shabby Chic Country Living in West
Street Dorking is running a day course on 5th September held at Gorgeous Gerties where lunch is included (obviously gorgeous)
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For a weekend craft treat visit Thread a Festival of Textiles being held at the Farnham Maltings on 25th and 26th September You will have a chance to watch craft folk at work buy fabric and haberdashery watch demonstrations and participate in workshops Make a lampshade with Jane Warren try block printing or hand felting or kick-start your sewing with Alice and Ginny Nearly too much to choose from and bound to inspire those who are ready to dabble in something arty crafty
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
afternoon lsquotearsquo dress took 2000 hours across three years to make and went on show to visitors in August in Mrs Grevillersquos tea room in the house at Polesden Lacey Credit for the masterpiece must go to a group of 34 ladies from the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies (NADFAS) who have volunteered at Polesden Lacey for the past six years creating historically accurate period costumes to be worn by the room guides It will be on display until 1st November well worth a visit
This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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A scrape from another driverrsquos parking error A vandal scratch on the paint work Or maybe you have misjudged a gateway brushed a kerb with an alloy wheel or scuffed a bumper corner
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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One of Surreyrsquos best kept secrets is Woodhouse Opera who will be presenting their Summer Festival on the unique open air lakeside stage in the gardens of Woodhouse Copse in Holmbury St Mary On Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September there will be a performance of La Cenerentola (Cinderella) by Rossini at 4pm Then on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September they present Falstaff by Verdi Performing will be the much acclaimed baritone Keel Watson and again the performances start at 4pm There will be a nice long interval at each performance for picnicking The Gertrude Jekyll gardens are beautiful with a backdrop of the listed Arts and Craft house created by Oliver Hill Ticket prices range from pound20 to pound50 but all information is on the website wwwwoodhousecom or call 07917 778010 01306 730956
The Tea Cupboard Pop Up Vintage Fayre takes place on Saturday 5th September from 10am to 3pm It all happens at Dorking United Reform Church 53 West St Dorking RH4 1BS There will be all things vintage including tea cake fl owers vintage sweet shop face painting and more Entry pound1 kids free wwwfacebookcomtheteacupboard
Dedicated volunteers at Polesden Lacey have painstakingly recreated a historic dress worn by Rt Hon Mrs Ronald Greville who owned the Edwardian party house during its heyday in the early 20th century The
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This monthrsquos lunchtime recital at St Martinrsquos Church is on Saturday 5th September at 12 noon It is a concert of instrumental music with Kathy Bucknill on oboe Andy Cornish on violin Sue Messenger on piano and Veronica Watts on cello Itrsquos free call 01306 884229 for more information
After all the excitement of featuring in BBCrsquos Countryfi le last season Capel Choral Society turn their attention to the new season (They assure us that the experience hasnrsquot gone to their heads and are still the same small friendly and welcoming choir) Their new season starts on 7th September and culminates in the Leith Hill Musical Festival on 14th April 2016 when they join together with three other local choirs to perform a Mass by Haydn and the lovely Serenade to Music by the Festivalrsquos founding conductor Ralph Vaughan Williams Talking of Festival Conductors at the end of the 2015-16 season they will bid a sad farewell
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Some chefs are proud of the provenance of their ingredients and its not unusual to see heritage or heirloom mentioned on menus particularly in reference to tomatoes
In the south east of England we are lucky to have tomato grower Gary Griffi ths supplying farm shops and restaurants with his gorgeous full-fl avoured tomatoes These include specialist cultivars His company Nutbourne grows under glass in West Sussex selling to farm shops and restaurants who just canrsquot seem get enough of his delicious fruits This year he says that he could have sold twice as many of his bright orange cherry tomatoes and will double his crop next season
He buys his seed from seed houses who provide him with high yield fertile seeds Paying pound1 each for these he is guaranteed that the 16000 seeds he plants will grow into productive plants Growing nearly 30 diff erent varieties of tomatoes that all need slightly diff erent care is a specialist job Gary is famous for his heirloomheritage tomatoes so I asked him what that term means to him
Heritage and heirloom are terms used for traditional varieties of vegetables (not just tomatoes) that were grown on farms and in gardens Post-war modern techniques for growing and the demand for higher yields have impacted on the range of varieties of all vegetables for sale In addition large supermarkets moved from buying produce from wholesalers to working directly with farmers and dictating seed type This gave them uniformity for their shops Seed houses are able to create hybrids of cultivars (a practice started in the 1900rsquos) to control size of fruit yield and disease resistance too Straight cucumbers leeks and uniform carrots have been achieved by creating hybrids all good for supermarket shelves but not always for their fl avour
Conservationists are concerned that as commercial seed houses are reducing the
number of seeds available and hence the variety many traditional varieties of plants will be lost Hybrids (where two cultivars have been combined) cannot be used to harvest seed as many of these will be sterile If seeds are successfully grown they will revert to one of the parentrsquos type The term true-type is used here to describe the growing of a seed harvested from a plant that will be the same as its parent Heirloom seeds are those that have been retained in their original genetic form as close to the original parent plant as possible
Heirloom seeds are from traditional cultivars that were passed down through farming families who harvested seed as part of their natural work Depending on where you live in the world your local environment (weather and soil) will aff ect the way the plant develops over time and this was part of their unique history and eating quality Modern seed houses started to emerge from the 1900rsquos when the technique to create hybrids was fi rst developed
Another term thatrsquos important here is open pollination and sometimes on heritage or heirloom packs you will see OP next to the seed type This indicates that the seed has come from plants that have been pollinated by insects birds wind or humans The plants are more diverse and make changes to adapt to the local environment So this backs up why some fruit and vegetables taste so diff erent depending on where they are grown The slight problem here is if diff erent varieties of the same plants are grown close to each other they will not remain true to type
If you save seed your plants next season may share the characteristics of the variety it grew next to for example smaller
Heirloom Fruit and VegetablesFood writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
13 September 2015
size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Corps Admission is free as are tea and biscuits afterwards For more information on the range of activities offered by the Dorking U3A visit wwwdorkingu3aorguk
Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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size fruit Farmers know this so donrsquot plant diff erent cultivars close to each other In hybrid plants the pollination has been created by human intervention although some open pollination will occur too However itrsquos when you want to harvest seed for the next season that the real diff erence is clear Growers who use hybrid seeds have to buy new seed each year and this can be expensive For farmers in low-income countries there has been criticism when seed aid has been given that if the seeds are hybrid the farmers are unable harvest seed There is also concern that people will lose the skill of seed conservation and become dependent on buying seed or starve
Gary like many commercial growers has to tread a fi ne line between choosing seeds which will provide a fantastic end product but also have high enough yields to make them commercially viable He also grows insecticide-free produce which means purchasing disease resistant hybrids is essential to his success But as he pointed out losing varieties is a sad part of the modern food system One of the tomatoes he has been growing which his customers love is a Tiger tomato with distinctive stripes and a high solid matter making them perfect for roasting Lack of demand for this seed means they are being phased out and he in turn will have to de-list them and the species could be lost
Local growers James and Catherine Dampier of Village Greens in Ockley also off ered some insight They have been growing fruit and vegetables to sell in their two farm shops for the last eight years They grow on a smaller scale to Gary and grow a wider range of more traditional British crops with a few European favourites like aubergines tossed in too With their strong ethos on bringing the best-fl avoured natural food to their customers they can buy their seeds (organic where possible) from smaller seed houses like Tozers based in Cobham and Chiltern based in the south east They currently grow heritage varieties of globe artichokes (Green Globe) broad bean (Aquadulce Claudia) and Crystal Lemon cucumbers but choose their seed carefully They were also keen to point out that modern breeding can produce better disease resistance so choosing a hybrid seed is often the
Far leftMixed Heritage tomatoes Left Black Heritage cobra beans Top Traditional carrots at Secretts Above Nutbournersquos cherry Tiger tomatoes
Food writer Shirlee Posner looks into traditional varieties of fruit and vegetables
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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Heritage Seed Library - wwwgardenorganicorgukjoin-us
Secretts Farm Shop is at Hurst Farm Chapel Lane Milford near Godalming
Nutbourne tomatoes are available from many good farm shops and delicatessens throughout the South East including Village Greens Farm Shop in Ockley and Denbies in Dorking
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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best option They have also ventured down the organic route and fi nd that some hybrids are better for them as they need little or no protection against many of the diseases that can have devastating eff ects on crops
This is a view also shared by Greg Secrett at Hurst Farm in Milford He grows an extensive range of produce for his farm shop and his wholesale business He grows some of this from heirloom seeds which are open pollinated such as Scorzonera also known as lsquoblack salsifyrsquo This delicious tuber is sold directly to the restaurant trade in London where top chefs prize its unusual fl avour But like many other farmers he chooses seed he knows will be reliable and high yielding He also grows heritage varieties of beetroot black cabbage chard and parsley
Luckily for those of us who grow vegetables for our own use we can be more relaxed and selective over what we choose to grow We are not maximising yields or worrying about national prices When I started growing veggies a few years ago I was unaware that my friend Jackie was a seed conservationist She is an allotment holder and is my lsquogo torsquo person for advice Having a chat recently I found out she is a member of Garden Organic This organisation encourages organic gardening and is dedicated to preserving our valuable organic heritage You can become a member of their Heritage Seed Library for a small fee and as part of that will receive six packets of heritage seeds from their catalogue each year Seeds preserved by this group had been dropped from seed catalogues as new disease resistant hybrids were developed or had become less popular than newer varieties
Looking through heritage seed collections I have found gorgeous deep red broad beans mottled runner beans and cool cucumbers to add to my growing list for next summer I had no idea the seeds that Jackie gave me were true-type heirloom seeds of traditional varieties of beans peas lettuce and cabbage that she carefully harvests at the end of each growing season I was topping up by buying commercially produced hybrid seeds but now I know better and from next year I will get my fi rst batch of seeds from Garden Organic too
This means that like Jackie I can save seed from the current harvest to plant next year in a far more sustainable and eco-friendly way of gardening In addition I will be adding bio-diversity to my garden and helping to keep preserve some of our traditional plants for future generations to enjoy
Shirlee Posner is a food writer wwwshirleeposnercouk and blogger atwwweatsurreyco A champion of local artisan food producers and suppliers her blog focuses on reviewing local independent food companies in Surrey to help raise awareness of the wonderful artisan food our county and those that border it has to off er
Top Black salsify growing Above Black salsify seeds open pollinated
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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A scrape from another driverrsquos parking error A vandal scratch on the paint work Or maybe you have misjudged a gateway brushed a kerb with an alloy wheel or scuffed a bumper corner
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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after 21 years to the current much-loved conductor Brian Kay Brian will be succeeded by Jonathan Willcocks whose father Sir David was Festival President for many years Choral singing is a relaxing and fulfi lling experience and pastime They do not audition new singers and music reading ability is not essential If you are tempted to give it a try contact their secretary at secretarycapelchoralsocietycom or call 01306 712365 You can fi nd out more about the Society at wwwcapelchoralsocietycom
The Surrey Hills Singing School is a family of choirs centred in Cranleigh and Guildford attracting singers from as far afi eld as Dorking Horsham Woking and Farnham This year the choirs celebrated their 10th Anniversary with a sell-out concert in May at the new auditorium at St Catherinersquos School Bramley The school comprises four choirs a daytime ladies choir (SH Singers) a training choir for 6-7 year olds Young Voices for children aged 8 upwards and the national Adult Choir of the Year 2012 the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir As well as being entirely separate the choirs also unite giving the opportunity for families to perform together All choirs sing many styles of songs and perform from memory If you love to sing or would love to share a hobby with your child then donrsquot be a closet singer Go and try the open rehearsals for the non-auditioned choirs throughout September commencing on Monday 7th September SH Singers rehearse Monday
mornings 945am-12 noon at Ewhurst Baptist Church The Training Choir rehearses from 330pm-415pm and Young Voices from 415pm-530pm on Mondays at the Cranleigh C of E Primary School If you are an experienced singer and looking for a choir who enjoys singing to a high standard and participating in competitions then contact Debbie regarding visiting a Chamber Choir rehearsal The Chamber Choir rehearse on Wednesdays from 730-10pm at the Guildford United Reformed Church commencing on 16th September Visit their website for more details on each of the choirs wwwsurreyhills-choirscouk email debbiesurreyhills-choirscouk or call Debbie on 01483 276281
Leatherhead Community Association has three visits planned between now and Christmas Tuesday September 8th to Buckingham Palace and there are still a few places left Thursday 8th October to the Knitting and Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace and on Tuesday 24th November a Christmas shopping day at the Winchester Christmas Market with a short tour of the Cathedral Therersquos a full programme of walks art history lectures not to forget Scrabble every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month- as well as table tennis and bridge Full details of membership and all events can be found at the Leatherhead Institute so why not call in at 67 High Street Leatherhead last building on the left at the top of the High Street or call Sarah on 01372 360508 any day between 9am and 12pm Also please click on to the
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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A scrape from another driverrsquos parking error A vandal scratch on the paint work Or maybe you have misjudged a gateway brushed a kerb with an alloy wheel or scuffed a bumper corner
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Smart Pro offers a mobile dent removal and paint repair service specialising in small to medium area repairs to body shop standard at your home or place of work Most repairs take only a few hours to complete and cost less than your insurance excess
The customer of this Honda Jazz was facing an insurance claim which would have re-sulted in the bumper being replaced and the loss of their pound250 excess Smart Pro was able to repair the damage for much less than the excess and with no insurance claim on their record
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Bumper Scuff Repairs Dent Removal Paintwork Scratches amp Chips
Alloy Wheel Scuffs
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Here is a list of some of the newer items in the programme
The theme is diff erent each year and this generates new ideas as participants interpret the theme in their own ways We have for example guided walks in Leatherhead and Dorking that look at the musical and literary links to places and people associated with both towns
Entitled lsquoFrom Bookham to the Dark Side of the Moon and Beyondrsquo we have a talk from Professor Peter Edwards on the life of Roger Walters of Pink Floyd who was born in Bookham At the other end of the musical spectrum is an event for very small children at Fetcham Park House called lsquoFrom Bach to Babyrsquo delivered by Professional Musicians
Many of the churches have important musical traditions and will use the opportunity to present the history of bell ringing and organ playing At St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking there will be an exploration of the musical life of the church starting with the lsquounruly gang of volunteers with fi ddles and wind instrumentsrsquo through to todayrsquos choir accompanied by an organ dating back to the 19th century
Musically the towering fi gure of the area is composer Ralf Vaughan Williams His life is celebrated at Leith Hill Place where he was born Vaughan Williams had a strong interest in folk songs and in The Star in West Street members of Dorkingrsquos Folk Club will perform song music and verse In Newdigate a special evening of words and music will be performed in the parish church
Mole Valleyrsquos literary connections are as diverse as its musical ones We will remember the life of Beverley Nichols an extraordinary character who lived in Ashtead and owed
his fame to the widely-read columns in lsquoWomanrsquos Ownrsquo Very diff erent is novelist Fanny Burney whose life straddling the 18th and 19th centuries is forever linked with the village of Mickleham and with Norbury Park Both literary fi gures are remembered in talks by local experts
There are a number of anniversaries to be celebrated Leith Hill Place is 250 years old There is a special talk on its role and signifi cance to life in Mole Valley and the tower is open to visitors The Broadwood Folly is 200 years old and is the focus of an event being organised at Juniper Hall by the Field Studies Council It is 200 years since the publication of Jane Austenrsquos novel lsquoEmmarsquo and this will be marked by music from the book and readings by Virginia McKenna at the Burford Bridge Hotel Much of the novel was set in and around Leatherhead and Box Hill
In Leatherhead a street party will feature words music and dance as part of a family afternoon of celebration and fun
There will be a rare chance to visit the sawmill at Buckland and fi nd out about its remarkable survival as the only wind-powered sawmill in the country Do visit the Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street which is open for the fi rst time
All events are free but some require advance booking Details can be obtained from the programme booklet available from the Pippbrook offi ces and libraries
Over 70 free events will take place throughout Mole Valley to celebrate the best of the Districtrsquos heritage This year there is a special emphasis on its literacy and musical connections Buildings to be explored this year are as diverse as a sawmill a little-known castle a mausoleum an air-raid shelter caves and two grand country houses A preview of the much-publicised works to uncover the Deepdene Estate by Mole Valley District Council is an exciting part of the programme Events will be organised by local historians musicians actors lsquoBlue Badgersquo guides and other experts keen to bring to life the fascinating the quirky and the amazing facts that make Mole Valley unique
HERITAGE OPEN DAYSThursday 10th to Sunday 13th September
Left Buckland Sawmill (Ian Capper)Above Dorkingrsquos Oddfellows Hall
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
Annual Show (Tuesday ndash Friday) in the Marquee and on Saturday and Sunday there will be a selection of displays from the National Dahlia Society the National Dahlia Collection and Pheasant Acre Plants Surrey NAFAS will exhibit stunning fl oral creations under the theme lsquoRoll Up Roll Uprsquo in the Glasshouse A free shuttle bus will operate from Horsley Station every 20 minutes (a journey of about 15 minutes) Remember to present your valid train ticket at the Garden entrance to save 25 on the full adult entry fee Free with normal garden admission
The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Box Hill Bugs an outdoor toddler group returns from September 8th to October 13th every Tuesday at various times Let your child sing songs have fun in the mud and make those fi rst vital connections with nature at Box Hill in the woods and on the grasslands ndash email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk for more information and to book Looking ahead therersquos an October Activity Week from Monday 26th to Friday 30th October Half Term fun at Box Hill ndash family friendly activities and crafts galore at Box Hill Check off some more of your 50 Things to do before yoursquore 11 frac34 or join a Parkour session with Momentum who are back again for more woodland free running fun More details and events to follow ndash keep an eye on their facebook page NationalTrustSurreyHills website httpwwwnationaltrustorgukbox-hillthings-to-see-and-doevents or email jackburrowsnationaltrustorguk
Wisley Flower Show runs from Tuesday 8th to Sunday 13th September 9am ndash6pm (5pm Sunday) RHS Garden Wisleyrsquos six-day fl oral extravaganza will be opened by RHS Ambassador Mary Berry on the Tuesday Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show medal winners along with other specialist nurseries and garden accessory stands Visit the National Dahlia Society
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The Horsley Floral Decoration Group (affi liated to NAFAS) is a friendly afternoon fl ower arranging club They meet at East Horsley Village Hall on the second Tuesday of each month except August at 2pm They have a varied programme of demonstrators speakers in-house entertainment trips internal competitions (optional) sales table refreshments etc Visitors and new members are very welcome (February AGM Members only) Go along and join them (fi rst visit free) for fun fl owers and friendship For more details phone Beryl on 01483 831422 or email bjg317virginmediacom
After its August holiday Dorking amp District U3A holds its monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th September at 230pm in the Christian Centre beside St Martinrsquos Church in Dorking Aviation historian Jim Barnes will give a talk on the early history of fl ight and the beginnings of the Royal Flying
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
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There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
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For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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A scrape from another driverrsquos parking error A vandal scratch on the paint work Or maybe you have misjudged a gateway brushed a kerb with an alloy wheel or scuffed a bumper corner
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Dorking Choral Society is pleased to announce its inaugural composition competition the Ray Bardsley Carol Competition 2015 Open to composers of all ages and nationalities and adjudicated by Master of the Queenrsquos Music Judith Weir and Director of the BBC Symphony Chorus Stephen Jackson composers are invited to submit a short seasonal work suitable for an amateur choral society either a capella or with piano accompaniment For further details please see Dorking Choral Society website at wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorguk where there is a link to a pdf providing full details of the competition and terms of entry
In 2014 there was an exhibition at the Quakers meeting house in Dorking about the father of a Dorking Quaker who was a conscientious objector in WW1 He left all his letters and photos from that time which he had sent to ldquoMy dear Auntierdquo ndash the lady who had brought him up Nearly 150 people came to see the exhibition which was very pleasing this year a small group went to see if they could meet with descendants of those Bim (Bernard Ireland Macalpine) had helped and take photos where he had taken them The trip was a great success and the group were welcomed with open arms and shown so many mementos of their own So
this year they are putting on an exhibition about Bim and the legacy in France of the work done by non-combatants You can view the results of their trip at The Dorking Meeting House South Street opposite Waitrose on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th September from 2 to 7pm and also Saturday 12th September from 11am to 4pm For more information contact Su Johnston on 01306 640327 email sujf2scom You can also visit wwwsurreyandsussexquakersorg and wwwdorkingquakereuorg
Dorking Choral Society (just mentioned them earlier) seem to be a cheerful lot and get through the winter months enjoying singing in a friendly choir in warm convivial surroundings If you would like to join them they are always pleased to welcome new members with a friendly smile handshake and chat before getting on with the singing They restart rehearsals on Wednesday 9th September at the usual time of 745pm (do get there earlier 730pm to collect your music) Their fi rst event is lsquoAn evening with Tim Hawken and David Le Provostrsquo A programme of light music with supper at Aviva (formerly Friends Provident) Social Club Pixham Lane Dorking on Saturday 26th September at 7 for 730pm For further information call David John on 01306 730376 or check the DCS website on wwwdorkingchoralsocietyorg Saturday 10th October from 11am until 5pm brings an opportunity to learn and sing John Rutterrsquos beautiful arrangement of 6 spirituals in his lsquoFeel the Spiritrsquo No previous
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
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This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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26 vantagepointmagcouk
for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
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This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
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We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
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27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
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There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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A scrape from another driverrsquos parking error A vandal scratch on the paint work Or maybe you have misjudged a gateway brushed a kerb with an alloy wheel or scuffed a bumper corner
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Bumper Scuff Repairs Dent Removal Paintwork Scratches amp Chips
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
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Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
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This year the theme of the annual Heritage Open Days 10th to 13th September is lsquoWords and Musicrsquo Many of the events involve music for instance there are guided walks with musical connections an exhibition about the Broadwood family of piano makers music in churches pubs and historic houses and events linking music and literature Several events have links with Vaughan Williams including tours of Leith Hill Place the composerlsquos childhood home high in the Surrey Hills Full details are contained in the Heritage Open Days brochure obtainable from libraries council offi ces and elsewhere
Therersquos a Homemade Cake and Savoury sale on Saturday 12th September from 1030am to 1230pm at St Johnrsquos Church Inholms Lane North Holmwood Dorking Tea and coffee will be available Itrsquos to raise funds for the new community buildingrsquos fi xtures and fi ttings Building work is scheduled to start in the autumn
On Saturday 12th September Leith Hill Place is taking part in the Heritage Open Day with free entry to the
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
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This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
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27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
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There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
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Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
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property At 145pm and 315pm local historian Patrick Newberry will give an engaging insight into the origins of the house Booking for the talks is advised but there is no charge David Patrick will give a delightful informal piano concert throughout the day On Sunday 13th September at 230pm younger children and their parents are welcome to join in a free family music session with Jane Newberry using toys percussion and dance Normal admission charges apply No booking necessary On Saturday 26th September from 230 to 330pm Emma Darwin will give a talk exploring the impact of the DarwinWedgwood families on science and the arts The cost is pound5 per person for the talk Normal admission charges apply To book places for the talks and for more information go to wwwnationaltrustorgukleithhillplaceevents or call 0844 249 1895
Most counties in England hold an annual lsquoRide amp Stridersquo on the second Saturday in September this year 12th September to raise money for church restoration and repair The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fi xed sum or donation per church visited The money that is collected is divided in two Half goes to the church of the
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
Send us your food news to gastrovantagepublishingcouk
I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Nearly everyone enjoys music whether by listening to it sing-ing or playing an instrument Read on to learn why music edu-cation is so important and how it off ers benefi ts even beyond itself
1 Musical training helps develop language and reasoning Stu-dents who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning The left side of the brain is better developed with music and songs can help imprint information on young minds
2 A mastery of memorisation Even when performing with sheet music student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform This can serve students well in education and beyond
3 Students learn to improve their work Learning music pro-motes craftsmanship and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4 Increased coordination Students who practise with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination Just like playing sports children can develop motor skills when playing music
5 A sense of achievement Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging but achievable goal Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement
6 Children stay engaged in school An enjoyable subject like music can keep children interested and engaged in school Stu-dent musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects
7 Emotional development Students of music can be more emotionally developed with empathy towards other cultures They also tend to have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety
8 Students learn pattern recognition Children can develop their maths and pattern-recognition skills with the help of mu-sical education Playing music off ers repetition in a fun format
9 Music builds imagination and intellectual curiosity Introduc-ing music in the early childhood years can help foster a positive
attitude toward learning and curiosity Artistic education develops the whole brain and devel-ops a childrsquos imagination
10 Music can be relaxing Students can fi ght stress by learning to play music Soothing mu-sic is especially helpful in helping children re-lax
11 Musical instruments can teach discipline Children who learn to play an instrument can learn a valuable lesson in discipline They will have to set time aside to practise and rise to the challenge of learning with discipline to master playing their instrument
12 Preparation for the creative economy In-vesting in creative education can prepare stu-dents for the 21st century workforce The new economy has created more artistic careers and these jobs may grow faster than others in the future
13 Development in creative thinking Children who study the arts can learn to think creative-ly This kind of education can help them solve problems by thinking outside the box and re-alising that there may be more than one right answer
14 Children can learn teamwork Many musi-cal education programmes require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra In these groups students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie
15 Better self-confi dence With encourage-ment from teachers and parents students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confi dence Musical education is also like-ly to help develop better communication skills
FIND OUT MORE
This is an edited extract from the National Associa-tion for Music Education originally published online at wwwbachelorsdegreeorg
SCHOOLS
The importance of music in Schools
25 September 2015
participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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for the lovers of local food and drinkgastr
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
REVIEW
Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
Silent Pool Gin is available from Taurus Wines Bramley wwwtauruswinescouk Kingfi sher Farm Shop Abinger Hammer wwwkingfi sherfarmshopcom Guildford Wine Company Shalford wwwtheguildfordwinecompanycouk and from the distillery itself wwwsilentpooldistillerscom
27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
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Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
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Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
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participants choice the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need in response to a grant application In the sixteen years that Ride amp Stride has been running in Surrey over pound300000 has been raised Why not make up a group and join in this year Further details from Hamish Donaldson donaldsonhaslemerecom or call 01248 644473 Useful website wwwSurreyChurchesPreservationTrustorg
Therersquos a Poetry Reading Afternoon at the Performing Arts Library Denbies Wine Estate London Road Dorking RH5 6AA on Saturday 12th September Wind and Words perform Keep the Home Fires Burning a unique recital of poetry and clarinet music based on the theme of WWI including melodies and elegies about Tommy and Trenches Fritz and the Front Love and Loss It will be followed with an open poetry reading do go along with your favourite poem to share There will be an interval for tea and cakes This event is kindly sponsored by friends group FOSPAL and is part of Mole Valley Heritage Weekend It runs from 2pm to 4pm and admission is free
Peter Wright Southwark Cathedralrsquos Organist Director of Music will play a recital on the new Kenneth Tickell pipe organ in Betchworth Parish Church on Saturday 12th September at 4pm Peter was a Patron for the recent Betchworth organ appeal which raised over pound400000 for a
new pipe organ installed in 2014 by the same fi rm that built the new organ in Worcester Cathedral This is Peterrsquos fi rst recital on the new instrument and he has designed a programme varied in terms of period nationality and personality to explore the various possibilities and fl exibility of the new organ Two of the pieces chosen are by former organists of York Minster (Sir Edward Bairstow and Philip Moore) Philip Moore was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral before moving to York and appointed Peter as his assistant at Guildford in 1977 Tickets are priced at pound12 (under 14s pound8) including a glass of winesoft drink and are on sale from 01737 843498 or betchworthchurchmusichotmailcouk
Enjoy a day at Hatchlands Park near Guildford for Heritage Open Weekend Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September from 11am to 4pm On Saturday you can stroll through the parkland browse the shop and stop for a bite to eat in the cafeacute On Sunday the Georgian house and gardens are also open Free admission Also at Hatchlands lsquoCanine Capersrsquo takes place on Sunday 20th September from 11am to 4pm Take your four-legged friend to this fun family dog show With categories such as lsquodog most like its ownerrsquo and lsquoscruffi est muttrsquo every dog can have its day There will also be doggy-related stalls to browse Normal admission applies (+ pound2 per class) For more information call 01483 222482 or visit wwwnationaltrustorgukhatchlands-park
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
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27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
Visiting families facing life-threatening illnessregcharity 288923
There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
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transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
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I remember fi rst going to a Cafeacute Rouge in London about 20 years ago Walking in to the Dorking branch brought memories fl ooding back The restaurants havenrsquot changed too much in decor or menu which in todayrsquos throw away society is pleasantly reassuring
The Dorking Cafeacute Rouge is small and bathed in natural light from large windows the attentive and knowledgeable waitresses make this branch a wonderful setting for lunch We sampled a variety of dishes from the mainly classically French inspired menu
A mini tasting portion of snails in garlic butter a great idea French onion soup deep fried camembert and Croquettes de Canard served with an orange and chilli marmalade with melt-in-the-mouth shredded duck these were rich but a hit
There is a good choice of steaks and sauces and a rib-eye with beacutearnaise was perfectly good Other mains included a Caesar Salad with an unusual addition of radishes and the Poulet Breton - chicken in a very moreish sauce with mushrooms courgettes leeks herbs and wine which was served with a mustard mash Our only quibble was that all would have benefi ted from more seasoning
For desserts another great idea - a mini trio of deserts consisted of a delicious tarte au citron a really gooey-in-the-middle chocolate fondant and a tiny tarte tatin which needed more caramel The most unusual pud was Ganache au Chocolat Noir chocolate ganache served with a chocolate lime and chilli sorbet When eaten together these complemented each other the slight heat from the chilli cutting through the very rich ganache
Very good to see the classic croques and moule on the menu perfect with a glass of wine and good conversation with friends They also have a set menu at lunchtimes with two courses for pound1295 LG
Cafeacute Rouge 172 High Street Dorking 01306 743400
More awards at Silent Pool
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Flavours of France at Cafeacute Rouge
Art of Curry wins awardsCongratulations to local (Godalming) resident
and VantagePoint contributor Sameena Thompson from The Art of Curry The worldrsquos most coveted blind-tasted food awards Great Taste has just released the Great Taste stars of 2015 and The Art of Curry is a winner
Their two winning sauces King Korma and Raging Raja are now able to proudly carry the little gold and black Great Taste logo There were 10000 entries this year so well done Sameena
Look out for more recipes from Sameena in VanatgePoint in the coming months
The Art of Curry Tel 07921 169262 wwwtheartofcurrycouk
We were guests of Cafeacute Rouge in August 2015
Silent Pool Gin hand crafted in Surreyrsquos premier artisan distillery has won its fi rst international awards
Barely three months after its launch the aromatic gin has taken on the world at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competitions and won Silver for Contemporary Gin Gold for Gin and Tonic and Silver for Packaging Well done
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27 September 2015
Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
Call Sharon today on 01306 881816 or visit our websitewwwbrigittetrustorg to find out more
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There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
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Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
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Sadly many of us are touched by cancer - it can be a family member a friend or business colleague and the news can be devastatingThe Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional support and practical help at home Practical issues like driving shopping and getting to hospital for treatment can sometimes be hard to manage and our volunteers can make a real difference The Trust offers a volunteer who will visit weekly and build up a relationship with patient and carer offering respite company and time to listen to many of the feelings and concerns serious illness can bringOur next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are Our next free training courses run in Dorking and Crawley Volunteers who should be car drivers are asked for a commitment of four hours weekly to local visits
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There are a number of beautiful gardens open in September under the Surrey NGS Garden Scheme One worth pointing out is Knowle Grange in Shere This extraordinary and exciting 7 acre garden in an idyllic hilltop position blends the free romantic style with the frame of the classical tradition Walk the rural one mile Bluebell Valley Unicursal Path of Life and discover its secret allegory Itrsquos open on the 13th September from 11am to 5pm Admission pound6 Children free For more information and details of other gardens open in September go to wwwngsorguk
The Oddfellows Hall in Dorking High Street is only open on Sunday 13th September from 2 - 5pm during the Heritage weekend Donrsquot miss out seeing this historic building built in 1894 and home to the Oddfellows Friendly Society who still meet there every month Refreshments will be available upstairs
Get out and about and retain that summer sense of well-being through the autumn and beyond Dorking Walkers Club meets again on 15th September for their fi rst walk of the autumn term New members are always welcome They start at 10am and usually return by about 12 noon If you would like to try them meet at 945am at one of the car parks below or ring their membership secretary Rosemary Hobbs on 07905 800035 for more details The car parks for the fi rst half of the term are 15th and 17th September NT
car park Starveall Corner Leith Hill (free) 22nd and 24th September NT car park Ranmore West Ranmore Common Road east of Hogden Lane 29th September and 1st October NT car park Windy Gap North Abinger Road RH5 6LX 6th and 8th October Friday Street car park RH5 6JR 13th and 15th October NT car park Headley Common Road KT18 6NN 20th and 22nd October Prince of Wales public house Westcott RH4 3QE followed by half term when they have a week off Start again on 3rd and 11th November at the Wooton Hatch public house car park RH5 6QQ The rest of the termrsquos walks will be in the next edition of VantagePoint Keep walking you know it does you good
On Tuesday 15th September one of Verdirsquos grandest operas Aida will be performed by Opera Australia against the magnifi cent backdrop of Sydney harbour The dramatic story combined with a spectacular production and setting should make for another evening of great operatic entertainment The performance is screened via a broadcast relay at Dorking Halls at 730pm Tickets are pound17 available by calling 01306 881717
West Horsley Parish Council does not have a Parish Council meeting in August The next meeting takes place on Tuesday 15th September at 8pm at West Horsley Village Hall Everyone welcome For more information please see wwwwesthorsleyinfo or contact clerkwesthorsleyinfo
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
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For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
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ardening Tracy Foster
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Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
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With Beth OtwayGARDENING
Creating a Garden for RetirementIn the garden I am always thinking ahead whether Irsquom ordering seed for future sowings designing a new feature planning a long-term trial or just thinking about which new plants to grow next year It is always wise to plan for the future so that you can fulfi l all your gardening dreams
At this yearrsquos RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show one of the showcases was the Just Retirement Garden A garden for every retiree designed by Tracy Foster This emonstrated how planning ahead for your retirement and encompassing accessible interesting creative and useful features within your garden design can create the space to enjoy hobbies entertain friends and make the most of the joy of gardening in retirement
The Just Retirement Garden featured some super brick-built raised beds which were both attractive and functional and form a lasting useful feature to enjoy throughout retirement Brick built raised beds off er many advantages to the gardener Ideal for sociable gardeners they can easily accommodate a large number of guests at a party They also make gardening more practical by raising up the plants making them easier to tend and carry out any weeding or watering The fragrance from scented plants is more easily enjoyed when the plants are raised making this an ideal place to grow aromatic and deliciously perfumed plants
Hobbies are important to all of us whatever age we are and by incorporating our interests within the design of our garden we can maximise the gardenrsquos appeal and the time wersquoll spend there The Just Retirement Garden featured hedges beehives bird boxes and bird feeders to encourage wildlife and vegetables and herbs for cooking to save money at the supermarket You may want to create your very own vista to paint from the comfort of your home or include areas for exercising barbecuing woodworking somewhere to relax with a comfortable seat in the sun or the shade or a corner to garden with your grandchildren
You might want to include cut fl owers fruit vegetables herbs and scented plants Donrsquot forget practical features like non-slip paths
a washing line bin area a compost heap or two as well as a shed greenhouse and wood store You will also want the opportunity for collecting rainwater so make sure you include a water butt
The extra time that retirement brings gives the gardener the opportunity to explore areas
of gardening they havenrsquot had time for previously whether itrsquos growing fruit vegetables and herbs learning more about a particular plant genus growing cut fl owers for the house or sharing the garden with grandchildren or friends and relatives Retirement is truly an exciting and inspiring time so by thinking ahead you can design your garden to be both accessible and practical as well as interesting and visually appealing
Stephen Lowe the Group Communications Director at Just Retirement says ldquoBy creating a garden for every retiree we wanted to show that gardens donrsquot have to be expensive time consuming or require lots of room Like retirement they just need a little planning and nurturing to get the best resultsrdquo
For a chance to win one of fi ve copies of The Just Retirement Book of Gardening visit our competition page at wwwvantagepublsihingcouk
FIND OUT MORE
For more information on the Just Retirement Garden and advice on making gardening easier and more accessible and what you can do in your garden or at your allotment this month visit my website at wwwpumpkinbethcom
Tracy Foster designer of the Just Retirement A Garden for Every Retiree garden and the garden at the 2015 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower show (Beth Otway)
29 September 2015
Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Strictly Beginnerrsquos fun friendly and easy Ballroom and Latin dance classes are held at West Horsley Village Hall on Wednesday evenings A brand new beginnerrsquos class will be starting on Wednesday 16th September at 730pm No partner necessary pound7 per person Phone Sue on 01483 282431 or email courtdancing whoutlookcom for more details
The Friends of The Dorking Community Hospital are looking for volunteers to help run the coffee shop which is situated just inside the entrance of the hospital the opening hours are from 930amndash1230pm and 130pm-430pm Monday to Friday Other than serving hot and cold drinks the shop sells confectionary greetings cards second hand books knitting wool and basic toiletries which is useful for patients in Ranmore Ward If you can spare a morning or afternoon weekly fortnightly or monthly it would be greatly appreciated Please contact Eileen Stanbridge (shop manager) on 01306 884178 or Brian Belton on 01306 884950 email brianbeltondslpipexcom
The third Dorking Scout Group are trying to fi nd written or photographic evidence about the time they were formed in 1920 to now including any information to do with the change of the group from the 3rd to the 5th Dorking in 1950 This group is a part of the United Reformed Church Their archivist has looked through all the documents that they hold but with no luck Even Dorking Museum was unable to
help They are hoping that a local resident might be able to help Perhaps there is a dust covered box of long forgotten photos of grandmarsquos that might shed some light or there might be some paper clippings sorted away somewhere There again there might even be someone who was in the 3rd Dorking Scout Group who can supply the missing information If anyone can help in any way please contact Janice Brown publicity offi cer 5th Dorking URC Scout Group at cavebeaverbtinternetcom
The National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos next meeting is on Thursday 17th September at 8pm in the Main Hall East Horsley Village Hall Kingston Avenue East Horsley Leatherhead KT24 6QT They will be joined by retired senior RHS entomologist Andrew Halstead for a talk about the lsquoThe Worst Pests of Last Yearrsquo Visitors pound3 affi liated society members pound1 NVS members free At each of their meetings they hold a raffl e have delicious home-made cake tea and coffee and refreshments as well as a plant and produce sale For more information on the National Vegetable Society Surrey District Associationrsquos talks meetings visits and events contact The Programme and Visits Secretary Beth Otway - bethotwaycom or call 01483 420989
Horsley Garden Society holds fl ower and produce shows meetings lectures and visits that bring together
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
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DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Method1 Wash the beetroot and boil until just cooked and retaining a little fi rmness 2 If using carrots peel and leave 1cm of stalk then lightly boil in salted water so they are still crunchy3 Wearing rubber gloves and while still hot carefully remove the skin 4 Prepare the pickling liquid by putting all the other ingredients in a clean pan bringing to the boil and simmering for 5 minutes 5 If the beetroots are small keep them whole otherwise cut into chunks and place in a sterilised kilner jar The same applies to the carrots6Cover with the pickling liquid complete with the cinnamon and spices Allow to cool close the lid and pop in the fridge
MethodUse the same pickling liquid recipe as above You also need a red cabbage and 150g of salt
1 Cut the red cabbage into wedges remove the core and slice thinly 2 Place in a bowl with the salt Mix well and transfer to a colander place this over the bowl and leave overnight 3 In the morning rinse and dry well pack into a sterilised jar and cover with the hot pickling liquid Allow to cool and refrigerate
Ingredients
For a batch of pickling liquid200g sugar250mls water250mls white wine vinegar2 cinnamon sticks1 teaspoon each of cloves allspice and black peppercorns
Your choice of whole fresh beetroots (and carrots if desired)
Pickled beetroot and carrots
RECIPESThe best of vegTim McEntire trained as a chef at Londonrsquos Savoy Hotel and opened his fi rst restaurant in 1979 at the tender age of 22 In 2012 he became director of Food Float which sells produce sourced from 23 local producers from a stall on Dorking High Street every Friday and Saturday and via a home delivery service Tim is a great fan of pickled beetroot ldquoAs well as red beetroot we sell pink
chioggia orange white and Cheltenham varietiesrdquo he explains adding that colourful carrots are also ideal for pickling with beetroot ldquoWe offer the standard orange chantenay white yellow and purplerdquo
Sweet pickled red cabbage
Red Kale PastaRed Kale is less common than the green variety yet is still full of iron and vitamins A and C
Tim suggests softening a couple of cloves of garlic a fi nely shredded red onion and some chopped spicy sausage or chorizo in olive oil Remove the stalks from the kale wash and shred and add to the mix Allow the kale to soften and add to cooked pasta Season with sea salt and black pepper and top with grated parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil The sausage can be substituted for smoked bacon - or in addition to - and the dish enriched with a glug of double cream Finish with torn basil leaves
31 September 2015
Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
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DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Method1 Heat oven to 200C Put the shallots into a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover Leave for 10 mins then drain and peel2 Heat the butter in a frying pan Add the shallots and fry gently for 10-15 mins until softened and lightly browned Stir in the vinegar and sugar with leaves from 2 thyme sprigs for a few minutes until caramelised Turn off heat and season3 Tear remaining thyme sprigs into a few pieces and scatter over the bases of 4 yorkshire pudding pans Tip in the shallots with all their sticky juices Roll out the pastry to around 1cm thickness then cut into four Lift each square and place over the shallots tucking the edges down the inside of the pan Bake for 20-30 minute until pastry is golden4 Turn the tarte out and place a round of goats cheese in the centre Finish under grill until goats cheese has just started to melt
Shallot tarte tatin with goatrsquos cheese
Ingredients
3 leeks 1 tsp oil 100ml white wine 100ml double cream
Serves 4
Method1 Slice the leeks as fi nely as possible ensuring all are an even size2 Heat the oil in a pan then add the leeks and cook over a medium heat until soft ndash but donrsquot let them colour3 Once the leeks are soft add the white wine and reduce until therersquos no liquid left4 Add the cream and reduce slightly so the cream coats the leeks5 Season and serve
Ingredients
600g shallots 30g butter 75ml balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp brown sugar 4 thyme sprigs 375g puff pastry 4 slices of goatrsquos cheese
Makes 5
Creamed Leeks
RECIPESDavid Gillott is the owner of Four Gables Group which is based on a smallholding in Ashtead David and his team cater for events from weddings to fi ne dining tasting menus at clientsrsquo homes Seasonality is really important to David who says ldquoFood doesnrsquot have to be complicated to taste really good Irsquom a great believer in being innovative while letting the fl avours singrdquo In
Davidrsquos Tarte Tatin the gentle fl avour of the shallots is a perfect partner to goatrsquos cheese - whether you choose a young mellow cheese or a full-fl avoured showstopper these are going to taste sensational
These recipes have been supplied by our good friend Tracy Carroll fromwwwlocalfoodbritaincouk which showcases the very best local food drinks and places to eat locally
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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those with an interest in gardening In their three shows members compete for awards and trophies with their fl owers fruit and vegetables homecrafts and handicrafts All activities take place at the West Horsley Village Hall and the Autumn Show is on Saturday 19th September Anyone interested in membership at the modest cost of pound8 per annum should contact the Chairman Roger Lindsay email rlindsay339btinternetcom or the membership secretary Terry Lazenby email terrylazenbyterrylazenbypluscom
I have written about this before and what a great idea it is The West Horsley Litter Pick takes place on Saturday 19th September (last month I put Saturday 18th apologies) Meet at 10am at West Horsley Village Hall All equipment provided Do your bit to keep West Horsley tidy All welcome For further details contact Cllr Pamela Holt 01483 283370
The historic walled garden at Polesden Lacey has benefi ted from restoration to pointing on the historic brickwork costing pound10000 The walled garden which belonged to Mrs Margaret Greville until 1942 is one of best and oldest examples of a traditional walled garden in the UK Most visitors enjoy the fabulous rose garden at its best in June and July But the walled garden also features several garden lsquoroomsrsquo which include a lavender garden an iris garden and a peony border This restoration work is part of an ongoing preventative conservation programme made possible by income generated through visits by members and non-members alike The programme focuses on a different area of the property each year including the walled garden the house including the clock tower and the working building including the stables For more information about Polesden Lacey visit wwwnationaltrustorgukpolesdenlacey or call 01372 452048
The Harlequin Theatre amp Cinema in Redhill is holding an audition for junior dancers aged 8ndash12 for their production of Aladdin The audition is on Sunday 20th September from 1 to 5pm but there are a few stipulations Dancers must not exceed 4rsquo 6rsquorsquo in height they must live within 30 minutes travel time of the theatre and they must commit to rehearsals and performances from Monday 30th November to Sunday
3rd January All dancers must attend regular dance lessons in ballet tap and jazz following a recognised examination syllabus If you attend take along all relevant dance shoes and be prepared to stay most of the afternoon All successful applicants will be subject to local education authority performance licensing If any of your little superstars are interested call The Harlequin Theatre on 01737 276500 or email harlequinreigate-bansteadgovuk More information at wwwharlequintheatrecouk
On Monday 21st September The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be performing La Traviata a tragic tale of love and sacrifi ce with some of Verdirsquos most beautiful music Sung in Italian with English subtitles and with an orchestra of over 30 players this should be an impressive production You can see it live at Dorking Halls at 730pm The cost is pound31 pound3250 Call 01306 881717
The Horsley amp Clandon Society of Arts is holding their next meeting at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September in East Horsley Village Hall On this occasion Freda Anderson an esteemed and popular artist has agreed to give a critique of membersrsquo paintings This is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to know more about the Society and has an interest in art to come along Visitors are always welcome the charge is just pound4 Refreshments are available and there is ample parking For more information contact The Secretary Mrs Robyn Cormack on 01483 224063
Test your spelling ability by playing Scrabble The Dorking Scrabble Club welcomes players of all abilities The Club meets every Wednesday at 730pm Opponents are paired to play three games in the course of the evening Help is given to new players and everyone is provided with a list of all the two and three letter words (there are over 1400) If you are interested ring Priscilla on 01737 767072 or David on 01306 889308 Alternatively just go along any Wednesday to the Roy Currie Room at Dorking United Reformed Church West Street Dorking
The Dorking Concertgoers launch their 2015-16 season on Saturday 26th September with a recital by the brilliant clarinetist Emma Johnson with John Lenehan at the piano These two performers dazzled the audience with their playing when they visited Dorking fi ve years ago and they now make a welcome return visit The programme covers a wide range from classic to modern showing different aspects of the clarinetrsquos character in music from Mozart and Saint-Saeumlns to Lutosławski and Bernstein It takes place at Dorking Halls at 730pm Call 01306 740619 for tickets
Therersquos a Village Day at North Holmwood on Saturday 26th September which will be held at North Holmwood Sports Club Inholms Lane RH5 4JH from 11am to 3pm The theme is The Dunkirk Spirit and Wartime Harvest The event will be opened by Royal Navy Veteran Vic Viner who
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
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marcusvantagepublishingcouk
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PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
FIND OUT MORE
Image by Royston Williamson
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Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
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Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
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1 From the side of the car park follow a wood-en rail and a little tarmac path to go through a wooden swing-gate past a bench with views reaching the side entrance to the church This little church is usually open and is defi nitely worth visiting Continue down a path from the side entrance to exit through a wooden swing-gate onto the approach lane Turn right going past a small pond and turn left at a T-junction onto Bugshill Lane You pass the Old Rectory and a farm and reach a junction in 400m with Bepton village on your left Instead turn right on a signed byway Follow this stone-lined path for 500m If you encounter some mud here it should soon be gone and should not return until just before the end As the path curves left into trees you come to a marker post on your left
2 What follows here is a remarkable route to the orchid hillside and you will need to concen-trate Turn right at the marker post as indicat-ed by the blue arrow steeply uphill in 30m go-ing under a tall beech and a yew tree After the yew tree you need to measure exactly 100m (150 paces) The path rises for 60m then fl at-tens out under ash trees After 25m it rises a little zigzagging slightly left-right over roots Immediately look for a faint path very sharp left (In fact it is a crossing path) The path runs straight up a long gently rising contour Take this path almost reversing your direction The path becomes clearer as you proceed al-though you will need to step over the debris of small fallen branches After 170m your path comes into a lighter area of shrubs and curves right up to a small metal gate Go through the gate onto Bepton Down Keep ahead up the sloping meadow on a faint path but keeping just to the left of the brow of the hill so that you get the best advantage of the fi ne views to your left You pass a solitary round beech about 30m on your left The views are of Black Down and Bexleyhill Keep following the path into the far corner where there is a large metal gate Go through a wooden swing-gate beside it and turn very sharp right on a broad track
3 The grassy slope of Bepton Down with fi ne views beyond is now on your right with steep woods on your left Stay on this chalky path
Bepton Chilgrove and the South Downs
The walk
Here is another Downland walk that you will remember for its beauty and originality A Norman church a secret orchid hillside and a Bronze-Age burial site are among the surprises along with two excellent country pubs both of which the Editor can recommend The views from Linch Down are particularly memorable making this well worth the journey Taken with permission from wwwfancyfreewalksorg
soon avoiding an unmarked path on your left The path curves left fl attens out and runs between fi elds leading to a 4-way fi n-gerpost The crossing track here is the South Downs Way Cross straight over on a grassy bridleway and in 350m at a 3-way fi ngerpost turn right In 25m turn left on a horse track slight-ly downhill Muntjac deer roam these woods and you may be lucky enough to see them In 150m go straight over a wide for-estry track on what may be a rather muddy patch In just 20m leave your straight downward path by forking right on another wide forestry track through Bepton Wood You shortly pass a 2-way fi ngerpost confi rming that this is an offi cial bridleway Your path descends gently then more steeply and afterwards suddenly up again between plantations You reach a junction of several paths by a 3-way fi ngerpost
4There are two possible routes through the forest to Chilgrove the one chosen here takes you through West Dean Woods nature reserve and is especially attractive although there is slightly more quiet lane walking afterwards Turn left on a signed bridleway and follow this stony path for 450m where the bridleway goes over a crossing path near a wooden gate on your left Note the grassy fringe on your left is another haven for orchids You shortly pass notices for Sussex Wildlife Trustrsquos West Dean Woods and a rather worn picnic corner On your left is a long wattle fence After an inspirational walk you emerge by open fi elds with views ahead Tall oaks and ash trees are your escort along a narrower grassy path Finally our path ends at a wooden gate beside a large metal gate Turn right here on a tarmac lane
5At a road junction veer right signposted Chilgrove passing Staple Ash Farm and its thatched farm house At a sharp left
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDlt32
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Visit wwwvantagepointmagcouk to see Jottings from our other areas online To send in an entry go online or email us at jottingsvantagepublishingcouk
Vantage Publishing the publisher of VantagePoint magazine is looking to recruit a new full-time or
part-time (min 25 hrs) Advertising Sales Executive
You need to be a good communicator who is ambitious confi dent self-motivated well organised and enthusiastic Own car and good computer skills are required together with a great sense of humour
Competitive salary plus a good commission scheme Godalming based
We are a small friendly and growing local company
If yoursquod like to fi nd out more please contactMarcus on 01483 420173 or email him at
marcusvantagepublishingcouk
Advertising Sales Executive
37 September 2015
PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
FIND OUT MORE
Image by Royston Williamson
38 vantagepointmagcouk
W Broken down sealed unitsW New hinges fire amp child safetyW New mechanisms windows amp doorsW Patio door repairsW Broken handlesW Front amp back doors droppedW Drafts amp leaks on your windowsNo call out charge
FOR ALL YOUR DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRSDOUBLE GLAZING REPAIR SPECIALIST
Window Wizard 0115_Layout 1 05122014 0952 Page 1
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Fully insured NICEIC approved electricianLocal skilled and reliable company
Domestic Commercial and Industrial ProjectsNo job too big or too smallCall Chris on 07585 446365
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Direct Roofing Servicesbull Family Business bull All work guaranteed
bull Free quote bull References on requestNo job too small or too big bull Honest and trustworthy
Please call
01483 789548direct-roofinghotmailcom
DIRECT INDUSTRIAL AND MAINTENANCE LTDOffice No 266 bull Guildford bull Surrey bull GU1 2AG bull Company Reg 8847883
ALL ASPECTS OFROOFING UNDERTAKEN
Direct Roofing_Layout 1 07042014 1333 Page 1
Want to ind out moreQuaker Quest is coming to Dorking in October
wwwdorkingquakereuorgquakerquestphpEmail qqdorkinggmailcomor telephone 01372 454363
Pruning bull Felling bull Hedge Topping amp TrimmingSite Clearance bull Stump Removal bull Tree Planing
FULLY QUALIFIED amp INSUREDFor free estimates amp advice please call Matt
01737 377612 bull 07887 621877mattree-ptctiscalicouk wwwmattreecouk
Insulated Conservatory Roofs
Small Ad Big On Service
0800 00 33 55
com
Too hot in SummerToo cold in Winterthen we have the solution
CALLING ALL TRADESMENAdverti se here from just pound25 per month
Call 01483 418141 for more details
BUSINESS CARDS
WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
Please enter online unless otherwise stated Postal entries can be sent to us at the address given on page three
Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
TERMS amp CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties The prizes are non-
transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
The Just Retirement Book of G
ardening Tracy Foster
Just RetirementThe
Book of Gardeningpound1 donation
to lsquoThe Conservation
Volunteersrsquo with every purchase
Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
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WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE SOUL LEGENDS IN WOKING
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Fill a bag with daffodil bulbs for free Normally priced pound450
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Plaw
Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
To win a pair of tickets please answer the following questionQ Who is the Queen of SoulPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
Please cut out the voucher below and take into your nearest Squires to receive your free bag of daffodil bulbs
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today
35 September 2015
DISTANCE 10 miles
OS MAPS Explorer 120 (Chichester)
STARTING POINT The walk begins at Church Farm Bepton West Sussex postcode GU29 0HX
GETTING THERE Bepton is signed west from the A286 MidhurstChichester road in the centre of Cocking Follow the narrow winding lane for 1frac14 miles keep straight on at a 3-way junction (signposted Didling Harting) and
continue another frac14 mile where you will see a right turn for Bepton Church Go to the end and park thoughtfully in the generous space provided by Church Farm
REFRESHMENTS The White Horse Chilgrove(T 01243 519444 wwwthewhitehorsecouk)The Royal Oak Hooksway(T 01243 535257 wwwroyaloakhookswaycouk)
Top South Downs Way on Didling Hill In the distance is Linch Ball one of the highest points on the South Downs (Dave Spicer)
bend by a drive and wooden gate keep left staying on the lane Just before Yew Tree Cottage ignore a footpath on your right Your undulating lane goes under grid lines and curves right avoid a footpath on the left here At a 3-way fi ngerposted junction ignore a drive on the right for Brooks Farm and keep left passing several picturesque houses and cottages with their gardens Note that the trophy fi ngerpost in the garden of no 11 is for ornamentation only and does not indicate a right-of-way Soon the lane zigzags left-right and reaches the White Horse in Chilgrove
6 After a refreshment break continue to the main road and turn right using the grass verge where possible In a short distance go through a modern kissing-gate on your right and turn immediately left on the grass parallel to the road As the meadow opens out veer slightly right to go through another kissing-gate and straight across a crop fi eld A kissing-gate a drive and another kissing-gate lead you along the right-hand side of a pasture After a line of trees you are walking beside another pasture At the other side go over a stile by a fi nger-post and veer right onto a bridleway At a fork with two large wooden gates take the left fork as indicated After a pleasant 500m keep ahead at a diagonal crossing path by a 4-way fi n-gerpost Eventually 1 km after the fork you reach the hamlet of Hooksway opposite the Royal Oak
7 After your break facing the pub turn right and keep straight on avoiding a bridleway through the car park on your left There are now three possible routes ahead Avoid the footpath by the wooden gate on your right and the track curving off to the left and take the middle option passing a sign for a restricted by-way uphill Your path continues on a straight course gradually uphill After more than 1 km you reach a 4-way fi ngerpost keep
straight ahead thus joining the South Downs Way (SDW) You will be following the SDW for most of the rest of the way Soon there are meadows visible on either side as you go un-der large beeches Soon on your left is a sign for the Devilrsquos Jumps a Bronze Age monument and a short diversion not to be missed
8Continue along the SDW and shortly ignore a stile and footpath on your left You are now on a beautiful wide path through a luxurious woodland of tall ash trees The path curves right imperceptibly Suddenly you are out of the woods with terrifi c views on both sides At the end of the long meadow on your left ignore a bridleway sharp left The path ris-es with a view of Linch Down ahead At the end of a fence just after a 3-way fi ngerpost turn left on a path that curves right down into trees The path makes a shallow descent down the side of the hill with Didling Hanger on your left The path becomes sunken under all beeches and ash At a junction of paths near a meadow on your left keep straight on downhill The path continues between banks and you fi nally arrive at a drive in front of Linch Farm through a large metal gate Turn right and veer right on a tarmac lane Bugshill Lane again After some houses the church comes into view on your left The lane bends left under maple and beech Turn left on a cul-de-sac lane leading back to Church Farm where the walk began
WALK
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
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDlt32
FIND OUT MORE
Visit wwwvantagepointmagcouk to see Jottings from our other areas online To send in an entry go online or email us at jottingsvantagepublishingcouk
Vantage Publishing the publisher of VantagePoint magazine is looking to recruit a new full-time or
part-time (min 25 hrs) Advertising Sales Executive
You need to be a good communicator who is ambitious confi dent self-motivated well organised and enthusiastic Own car and good computer skills are required together with a great sense of humour
Competitive salary plus a good commission scheme Godalming based
We are a small friendly and growing local company
If yoursquod like to fi nd out more please contactMarcus on 01483 420173 or email him at
marcusvantagepublishingcouk
Advertising Sales Executive
37 September 2015
PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
FIND OUT MORE
Image by Royston Williamson
38 vantagepointmagcouk
W Broken down sealed unitsW New hinges fire amp child safetyW New mechanisms windows amp doorsW Patio door repairsW Broken handlesW Front amp back doors droppedW Drafts amp leaks on your windowsNo call out charge
FOR ALL YOUR DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRSDOUBLE GLAZING REPAIR SPECIALIST
Window Wizard 0115_Layout 1 05122014 0952 Page 1
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Fully insured NICEIC approved electricianLocal skilled and reliable company
Domestic Commercial and Industrial ProjectsNo job too big or too smallCall Chris on 07585 446365
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Direct Roofing Servicesbull Family Business bull All work guaranteed
bull Free quote bull References on requestNo job too small or too big bull Honest and trustworthy
Please call
01483 789548direct-roofinghotmailcom
DIRECT INDUSTRIAL AND MAINTENANCE LTDOffice No 266 bull Guildford bull Surrey bull GU1 2AG bull Company Reg 8847883
ALL ASPECTS OFROOFING UNDERTAKEN
Direct Roofing_Layout 1 07042014 1333 Page 1
Want to ind out moreQuaker Quest is coming to Dorking in October
wwwdorkingquakereuorgquakerquestphpEmail qqdorkinggmailcomor telephone 01372 454363
Pruning bull Felling bull Hedge Topping amp TrimmingSite Clearance bull Stump Removal bull Tree Planing
FULLY QUALIFIED amp INSUREDFor free estimates amp advice please call Matt
01737 377612 bull 07887 621877mattree-ptctiscalicouk wwwmattreecouk
Insulated Conservatory Roofs
Small Ad Big On Service
0800 00 33 55
com
Too hot in SummerToo cold in Winterthen we have the solution
CALLING ALL TRADESMENAdverti se here from just pound25 per month
Call 01483 418141 for more details
BUSINESS CARDS
WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
Please enter online unless otherwise stated Postal entries can be sent to us at the address given on page three
Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
TERMS amp CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties The prizes are non-
transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
The Just Retirement Book of G
ardening Tracy Foster
Just RetirementThe
Book of Gardeningpound1 donation
to lsquoThe Conservation
Volunteersrsquo with every purchase
Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
COMPETITIONS amp OFFERS
WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE SOUL LEGENDS IN WOKING
Enter at wwwvantagepointmagcouk
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Follow
Selected bulbs only Bag provided Not valid in conjunction with any other offer Visit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions Excludes Chertsey
Fill a bag with daffodil bulbs for free Normally priced pound450
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Selected bulbs only Bag providedVisit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Exclusive Voucher
Please enter your details to validate
First Name Surname
Nearest Squirersquos Centre
Address
PostcodeTick the box to unsubscribe from our email newsletter o
Free Bag Of Daffodil Bulbsat Squirersquos Garden Centres
Valid until 30 September 2015
Daffodil Bulbs
P lant Now
Daf Bulbs
Plaw
Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
To win a pair of tickets please answer the following questionQ Who is the Queen of SoulPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
Please cut out the voucher below and take into your nearest Squires to receive your free bag of daffodil bulbs
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today
36 vantagepointmagcouk
served at Dunkirk Actually my old Dad was evacuated from Dunkirk what an incredible event in history Therersquos a fancy dress competition with best dressed categories for men women children and whole family mini assault course live music 5k Fun Run stalls activities food and drink
RHS Wisley are holding a Birds of Prey Weekend on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September Find out all about these magnifi cent birds that will be on display on their perches from the experts throughout each day There will be fl ying displays at 11am and 2pm when several unusual birds will show off their fl ying skills Free with normal garden admission
I think this deserves a mention The saying lsquoEach one of us can make a differencersquo was defi nitely evident back in June when over one hundred pupils of St Martinrsquos School participated in a sponsored runwalk Little Legs For Life raising funds for cancer research The school gave great support and the wonderful enthusiasm of the children was I am told a joy to witness as they progressed round the sports fi eld They were applauded and cheered on by relatives teachers and the Dorking Friends group One young walker commented ldquowe are doing this lsquoLittle Legsrsquo so people who are ill can receive treatment and get betterrdquo Sums it up perfectly
Dorking Dramatic and Operatic Society presents Skylight a play by David Hare directed by Alex Miller It runs from Tuesday 29th September to Saturday 3rd October at The Green
Room Theatre Dorking (Rear of Dorking Halls) Performances start at 745pm Itrsquos part of the Mole Valley Arts Alive Festival Skylight was fi rst staged at the National Theatre London in 1995 starring Michael Gambon The production won the Olivier Award for Best New Play transferred to the West End and later to Broadway It was revived last year in a new production in London to great acclaim becoming one of the most internationally successful plays of recent years Tickets are available at The Dorking Halls box offi ce call 01306 881717
The Surrey Heritage Showcase is back This yearrsquos event will take place on Saturday 3rd October at Shere Village Hall Gomshall Lane Shere GU5 9HF from 12pm ndash 4pm The event will focus on Shere and surrounding areas including Gomshall Peaslake and Albury This will be the fourth Heritage Showcase in the county organised by Surrey Heritage part of Surrey County Council This unique event brings together not only the experts and amazing resources held at Surrey History Centre but also many local organisations and societies to showcase the history and heritage of the area There will also be numerous displays from the countyrsquos archive family history information and memories of Shere where the public will be encouraged to share their memories of the area at this interactive display Childrenrsquos activities will include mini archaeology digs and arts and craft To fi nd out more visit the website at wwwexploringsurreyspastorgukshowcase or phone 01483 518737
Horsley Decorative amp Fine Arts Society meets at East Horsley Village Hall for lectures at 1030am (coffee from 945am) on the second Wednesday of each month except August and September The new season will start on 14th October with Italian Art at the Dawn of the Renaissance by Janet Robson Visitors (pound5) and new members welcome For more information and the full programme phone Alma 01372 451015 or visit their website wwwhorsleydfasorguk
Please come down to Dorking Museum and join in their Family Saturday Event on 17th October In The Big Draw choose an item to draw from the museum and put it on their giant time line It is suitable for families with children up to age 10 No need to book ndash just drop in anytime from 2pm to 330pm (they close at 4pm) All materials provided All children must be accompanied This activity is free with museum entry but donation welcome to cover costs Address 62 West Street Dorking Surrey RH4 1BS Please email admindorkingmuseumorguk or phone 01306 876591 Website wwwdorkingmuseumorgukeventsfamily-activities-at-dorking-museum
JOTTINGS - YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARDlt32
FIND OUT MORE
Visit wwwvantagepointmagcouk to see Jottings from our other areas online To send in an entry go online or email us at jottingsvantagepublishingcouk
Vantage Publishing the publisher of VantagePoint magazine is looking to recruit a new full-time or
part-time (min 25 hrs) Advertising Sales Executive
You need to be a good communicator who is ambitious confi dent self-motivated well organised and enthusiastic Own car and good computer skills are required together with a great sense of humour
Competitive salary plus a good commission scheme Godalming based
We are a small friendly and growing local company
If yoursquod like to fi nd out more please contactMarcus on 01483 420173 or email him at
marcusvantagepublishingcouk
Advertising Sales Executive
37 September 2015
PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
FIND OUT MORE
Image by Royston Williamson
38 vantagepointmagcouk
W Broken down sealed unitsW New hinges fire amp child safetyW New mechanisms windows amp doorsW Patio door repairsW Broken handlesW Front amp back doors droppedW Drafts amp leaks on your windowsNo call out charge
FOR ALL YOUR DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRSDOUBLE GLAZING REPAIR SPECIALIST
Window Wizard 0115_Layout 1 05122014 0952 Page 1
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Fully insured NICEIC approved electricianLocal skilled and reliable company
Domestic Commercial and Industrial ProjectsNo job too big or too smallCall Chris on 07585 446365
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Direct Roofing Servicesbull Family Business bull All work guaranteed
bull Free quote bull References on requestNo job too small or too big bull Honest and trustworthy
Please call
01483 789548direct-roofinghotmailcom
DIRECT INDUSTRIAL AND MAINTENANCE LTDOffice No 266 bull Guildford bull Surrey bull GU1 2AG bull Company Reg 8847883
ALL ASPECTS OFROOFING UNDERTAKEN
Direct Roofing_Layout 1 07042014 1333 Page 1
Want to ind out moreQuaker Quest is coming to Dorking in October
wwwdorkingquakereuorgquakerquestphpEmail qqdorkinggmailcomor telephone 01372 454363
Pruning bull Felling bull Hedge Topping amp TrimmingSite Clearance bull Stump Removal bull Tree Planing
FULLY QUALIFIED amp INSUREDFor free estimates amp advice please call Matt
01737 377612 bull 07887 621877mattree-ptctiscalicouk wwwmattreecouk
Insulated Conservatory Roofs
Small Ad Big On Service
0800 00 33 55
com
Too hot in SummerToo cold in Winterthen we have the solution
CALLING ALL TRADESMENAdverti se here from just pound25 per month
Call 01483 418141 for more details
BUSINESS CARDS
WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
Please enter online unless otherwise stated Postal entries can be sent to us at the address given on page three
Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
TERMS amp CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties The prizes are non-
transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
The Just Retirement Book of G
ardening Tracy Foster
Just RetirementThe
Book of Gardeningpound1 donation
to lsquoThe Conservation
Volunteersrsquo with every purchase
Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
COMPETITIONS amp OFFERS
WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE SOUL LEGENDS IN WOKING
Enter at wwwvantagepointmagcouk
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Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
To win a pair of tickets please answer the following questionQ Who is the Queen of SoulPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
Please cut out the voucher below and take into your nearest Squires to receive your free bag of daffodil bulbs
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today
37 September 2015
PROFILE
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre
Dorking Museum is much more than the building on West Street Since we re-opened our doors in October 2012 we have concentrated on trying to bring the museum to the local com-munity From walks around Dorking outreach visits to local care homes scout and guide visits to the museum trips under-neath South Street and a lsquovirtualrsquo tribute to the Dorking fallen of WWI Dorking Museum is doing it
Join a guide to take a walk around Dorking and discover the location of the coaching inn that appears in Dickensrsquo Pickwick Papers the home and history of Dorkingrsquos Pilgrim Father on West Street the site of a very early cricket match ndash a scene that is now immortalised in a painting hanging in the Long Room at Lordrsquos cricket ground
Our schools programme has tailor-made lsquoloan boxesrsquo on sub-jects matched to the curriculum ndash and these are regularly bor-rowed by schools bringing a touch of realism to subjects such as WWII and Victorian times Our education team has also been working with Surrey museums engagement offi cer Haidee Thomas to promote our resources to as wide an audience as possible Schools are also able to come and see us on a private tour where they can have the whole museum to themselves
We also off er a Family Activity Day every third Saturday after-noon of the month Septemberrsquos activity will bring children face-to-face with our amazing dinosaur collectionhellip we have an Iguanodon tail (found in Capel) and a real dinosaur footprint Children will be able to handle the footprint and other fossils before settling down to produce a paper dinosaur of their ownThe museum has also started visiting those who fi nd it diffi cult to come to us We have reminiscence boxes full of old photo-graphs of Dorking and other objects that have been forgotten about We take these into care homes and the residents are able to add their own memories to ours
The project that has taken off beyond all our expectations is our WWI research Each year the museum holds an exhibition commemorating the events that took place in Dorking and the surrounding areas during the fi ve years of the war lsquoDorking in
1915rsquo will open on 10th September and will run until 19th December In conjunction with this exhibition our team of WWi researchers have been trying to identify the soldiers on all the memorials in our environs We have been overwhelmed with the response from other villages and the generosity of the fami-lies of the soldiers allowing us to publish pho-tographs letters and even drawings of their brave relatives on our website This project will continue until 2018 and we hope to hear from many more people
The museum reopened the Dorking Caves with support from Mole Valley District Council to great success this summer Many people de-scended into the caves below South Street to see where the traders of centuries gone by kept their supplies (and where large amounts of cher-ry brandy were consumed Due to high demand cave bookings will continue in summer of 2016
All of this ndash and of course the museum itself Open on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ndash we tell the story of Dorking from the very beginning of time when dinosaurs roamed the wild plains of Ranmore right through to the end of the 20th century when history was being made at Brockham Park with the devel-opment of semi-synthetic penicillin Therersquos plenty of interaction for younger visitors with clothes to dress up in and puzzles to solve
Receiving no funding from local or central government the museum is run staff ed and funded entirely by volunteers and depends on the modest admission fees and sales New volunteers members donors and donations of items of local interest are always welcomeFor more information on anything men-tioned in this article or to off er your help as a volunteer fplease go to our websitewwwdorkingmuseumorguk
Dorking Museum amp Heritage Centre is currently open on Thursday Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm Admission adults pound2 concessions pound1 under-5s free family ticket pound450 Annual membership from pound14 for individuals Tel 01306 876591 E-mail admindorkingmuseumorguk Online wwwdorkingmuseumorguk Visit on Facebook or Twitter
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Domestic Commercial and Industrial ProjectsNo job too big or too smallCall Chris on 07585 446365
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Direct Roofing Servicesbull Family Business bull All work guaranteed
bull Free quote bull References on requestNo job too small or too big bull Honest and trustworthy
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Want to ind out moreQuaker Quest is coming to Dorking in October
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Pruning bull Felling bull Hedge Topping amp TrimmingSite Clearance bull Stump Removal bull Tree Planing
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Insulated Conservatory Roofs
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0800 00 33 55
com
Too hot in SummerToo cold in Winterthen we have the solution
CALLING ALL TRADESMENAdverti se here from just pound25 per month
Call 01483 418141 for more details
BUSINESS CARDS
WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
Please enter online unless otherwise stated Postal entries can be sent to us at the address given on page three
Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
TERMS amp CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties The prizes are non-
transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
The Just Retirement Book of G
ardening Tracy Foster
Just RetirementThe
Book of Gardeningpound1 donation
to lsquoThe Conservation
Volunteersrsquo with every purchase
Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
COMPETITIONS amp OFFERS
WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE SOUL LEGENDS IN WOKING
Enter at wwwvantagepointmagcouk
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Follow
Selected bulbs only Bag provided Not valid in conjunction with any other offer Visit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions Excludes Chertsey
Fill a bag with daffodil bulbs for free Normally priced pound450
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Selected bulbs only Bag providedVisit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Exclusive Voucher
Please enter your details to validate
First Name Surname
Nearest Squirersquos Centre
Address
PostcodeTick the box to unsubscribe from our email newsletter o
Free Bag Of Daffodil Bulbsat Squirersquos Garden Centres
Valid until 30 September 2015
Daffodil Bulbs
P lant Now
Daf Bulbs
Plaw
Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
To win a pair of tickets please answer the following questionQ Who is the Queen of SoulPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
Please cut out the voucher below and take into your nearest Squires to receive your free bag of daffodil bulbs
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today
38 vantagepointmagcouk
W Broken down sealed unitsW New hinges fire amp child safetyW New mechanisms windows amp doorsW Patio door repairsW Broken handlesW Front amp back doors droppedW Drafts amp leaks on your windowsNo call out charge
FOR ALL YOUR DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRSDOUBLE GLAZING REPAIR SPECIALIST
Window Wizard 0115_Layout 1 05122014 0952 Page 1
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Fully insured NICEIC approved electricianLocal skilled and reliable company
Domestic Commercial and Industrial ProjectsNo job too big or too smallCall Chris on 07585 446365
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Christopher Kendall
M 07585 446365E christopherkendallhotmailcoukwwwckcircuitscom
Direct Roofing Servicesbull Family Business bull All work guaranteed
bull Free quote bull References on requestNo job too small or too big bull Honest and trustworthy
Please call
01483 789548direct-roofinghotmailcom
DIRECT INDUSTRIAL AND MAINTENANCE LTDOffice No 266 bull Guildford bull Surrey bull GU1 2AG bull Company Reg 8847883
ALL ASPECTS OFROOFING UNDERTAKEN
Direct Roofing_Layout 1 07042014 1333 Page 1
Want to ind out moreQuaker Quest is coming to Dorking in October
wwwdorkingquakereuorgquakerquestphpEmail qqdorkinggmailcomor telephone 01372 454363
Pruning bull Felling bull Hedge Topping amp TrimmingSite Clearance bull Stump Removal bull Tree Planing
FULLY QUALIFIED amp INSUREDFor free estimates amp advice please call Matt
01737 377612 bull 07887 621877mattree-ptctiscalicouk wwwmattreecouk
Insulated Conservatory Roofs
Small Ad Big On Service
0800 00 33 55
com
Too hot in SummerToo cold in Winterthen we have the solution
CALLING ALL TRADESMENAdverti se here from just pound25 per month
Call 01483 418141 for more details
BUSINESS CARDS
WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
Please enter online unless otherwise stated Postal entries can be sent to us at the address given on page three
Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
TERMS amp CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties The prizes are non-
transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
The Just Retirement Book of G
ardening Tracy Foster
Just RetirementThe
Book of Gardeningpound1 donation
to lsquoThe Conservation
Volunteersrsquo with every purchase
Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
COMPETITIONS amp OFFERS
WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE SOUL LEGENDS IN WOKING
Enter at wwwvantagepointmagcouk
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Follow
Selected bulbs only Bag provided Not valid in conjunction with any other offer Visit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions Excludes Chertsey
Fill a bag with daffodil bulbs for free Normally priced pound450
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Selected bulbs only Bag providedVisit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Exclusive Voucher
Please enter your details to validate
First Name Surname
Nearest Squirersquos Centre
Address
PostcodeTick the box to unsubscribe from our email newsletter o
Free Bag Of Daffodil Bulbsat Squirersquos Garden Centres
Valid until 30 September 2015
Daffodil Bulbs
P lant Now
Daf Bulbs
Plaw
Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
To win a pair of tickets please answer the following questionQ Who is the Queen of SoulPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
Please cut out the voucher below and take into your nearest Squires to receive your free bag of daffodil bulbs
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today
WIN A COPY OF THE JUST RETIREMENT BOOK OF GARDENING
Please enter online unless otherwise stated Postal entries can be sent to us at the address given on page three
Just Retirement and award-winning designer Tracy Foster have put together their top tips on making the most of your garden in retirementDesign a garden that appeals to as many senses as possible and include raised beds and vertical planting to make your life easier Adapted tools can save you a sore back or tired arms ndash do your research to fi nd out which ones suit you best Growing your own veg can save you money increase the amount of exercise you do and get more healthy food into your diet Gardening with the grandchildren can ignite an early passion for gardening and create treasured memories
To win one of fi ve copies please answer the following questionQ Who is the author of The Just Retirement Book of GardeningPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
TERMS amp CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By entering these competitions you agree to receive periodic emails from VantagePoint Magazine Vantage Publishing Ltd and the originator of the competition you are entering You can opt out of receiving these at any time and your data will never be passed on for use by third parties The prizes are non-
transferable and have no cash alternative Only one entry per person per competition and prizes will only be sent to homes with a GU KT and RH postcode
Gardening is one of the most loved pastimes for retirement ndash and itrsquos easy to see why Award winning garden designer Tracy Foster guides us through how we can put our gardens to good in use in retirement ndash whether itrsquos to indulge our passions keep us active or provide a beautiful place for socialising and relaxation She fills the
book with creative ideas to make the most of your space helpful hints in how to make your garden accessible and even includes 20 creative ways to keep the grandchildren busy Whether itrsquos inspiration yoursquore after or just good old-fashioned advice The Just Retirement Book of Gardening is not to be missed
The Just Retirement Book of G
ardening Tracy Foster
Just RetirementThe
Book of Gardeningpound1 donation
to lsquoThe Conservation
Volunteersrsquo with every purchase
Ideas activities and advice to make the most of your garden
Tracy Foster
COMPETITIONS amp OFFERS
WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO SEE SOUL LEGENDS IN WOKING
Enter at wwwvantagepointmagcouk
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Follow
Selected bulbs only Bag provided Not valid in conjunction with any other offer Visit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions Excludes Chertsey
Fill a bag with daffodil bulbs for free Normally priced pound450
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Selected bulbs only Bag providedVisit squiresgardencentrescouk for full Terms and Conditions
Visit squiresgardencentrescouk
Exclusive Voucher
Please enter your details to validate
First Name Surname
Nearest Squirersquos Centre
Address
PostcodeTick the box to unsubscribe from our email newsletter o
Free Bag Of Daffodil Bulbsat Squirersquos Garden Centres
Valid until 30 September 2015
Daffodil Bulbs
P lant Now
Daf Bulbs
Plaw
Brand-new coming to you direct from the USA itrsquos the smash hit stage show Soul LegendsWe have teamed up with the promoters of the production to off er a lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hit-packed spectacular Live on stage itrsquos the music of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and fellow soul legends James Brown Tina Turner Wilson Pickett Barry White and scores more Slick choreography 16 dazzling costume changes and the superb Soul Legends live band bring legendary soul stars to life in ldquosoulsationalrdquo style The show is at the New Victoria Theatre on 14th October at 730pm
To win a pair of tickets please answer the following questionQ Who is the Queen of SoulPlease enter online at wwwvantagepointmagcouk by 30th September 2015
Please cut out the voucher below and take into your nearest Squires to receive your free bag of daffodil bulbs
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today
We canrsquot teach your child to walk on water
PP101362
DORKING SPORTS CENTREReigate Road Dorking
01306 870180wwwdorkingsportscentrecouk
Operated by Places for People Leisure Ltd in partnership with Mole Valley District Council
hellipbut we can teach them a life-skill theyrsquoll never forget Swimming lessons from 4 months upwards Quote lsquoV915rsquo for a free trial lesson
Contact us today