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11 Town centre improvements completed elcome to the first edition of Hillingdon People of the Bridge has been revitalised and new new council administration. It is both an honour and features have been installed in . Wa privilege to be continuing as Leader of the Council. We have in Hillingdon reduced the cost of running the ▸ 14 Help Hillingdon to bloom this summer Apply now to enter this year’s competition. council by £118 million since 2010 which has enabled us to freeze council tax for 10 years (12 years for the over-65s), ▸ 16 Local elections results Following the elections in May, find out who spend record amounts on road resurfacing, maintain a free represents where you live. to use weekly refuse and recycling collection, have the best parks and open spaces in the UK for five consecutive years, ▸ 18 Bunker Exhibition and improve and retain our library service, as well as building and Visitor Centre now open expanding primary and secondary schools and supporting our Take a look around our new state-of-the art museum. older residents with initiatives such as free burglar alarms. The next four years will be challenging with a combination ▸ 21 Bowling facility improved Council refurbishes bowling clubhouse for of a rising population, inflation and central government Live your funding cuts but I want to assure you that in Hillingdon it year-round social use. Move for Free! will be business as usual. ▸ 22 Summer events on the way Our approach of strong leadership, sound financial Reserve an apartment Family Fishing and Arts in Action return, introducing retirement and qualify for our management and transforming how we work will continue, so a new Hayes Family Fun Day and support the that we are well placed to deal with the financial challenges RAF100 parade. Move for Free offer. that are ahead of us whilst still delivering value for money to the full! Move for Free benefits: ^ 24 Compass birthday celebration services and investing in the frontline services that you expect. • Stamp Duty Paid Theatre is 50 years old this summer. The biggest single threat to the wellbeing of our residents Lysander House, High Road, • 100% Part Exchange Regulars and the environment is the proposed expansion of • We’ll help you to declutter,† Airport and we have set aside sufficient funds and built a , UB10 8FB ready for your move 4 Hillingdon News 29 Volunteers robust legal challenge to again defeat this in the courts. Marketing Suite open daily, 10.30am - 5pm • Handyman service to help you settle 31 What’s on? 35 Contacts Amongst the things that we will do is to build a new • Legal and Estate Agent fees COVER PHOTO: INSIDE THE civic amenity facility, a new swimming pool, a GP practice An outstanding range of one and two bedroom apartments from EXHIBITION AND VISITOR CENTRE, UXBRIDGE facility and a dementia centre. We will continue to deliver our our Retirement Living PLUS collection, designed exclusively for popular Chrysalis programme investing £1 million a year in buyers aged 70 and over. All are fitted to the highest standard incorporating environmental projects put forward by residents and re-provide a wealth of modern comforts including a beautiful contemporary style fitted the facilities of the Hillingdon Outdoor Activity Centre. kitchen, luxurious shower room and high quality underfloor heating throughout. We will continue to put our residents at the heart of everything we do, protect our natural environment, invest Homeowners will also benefit from a boutique hotel-style Club Lounge with 14 18 in our built environment, protect our heritage and complimentary Wi-Fi, a table service Dining Room*, a Guest Suite* for visiting encourage civic pride. friends or family and a beautiful, year-round maintained courtyard-style garden for residents’ private use. A range of optional tailored care packages is available Visit us today for anyone needing an extra helping hand. and receive a £20 Marks and Spencer 22 25 Cllr Ray Puddifoot MBE ** gift card.# Apartments from £349,995 Deadline for advertising in the July/August edition is: Friday 26 May. LEADER OF THE COUNCIL Editorial and advertising enquiries Call 0800 882 1438 today or visit Emma Gilbertson 01895 250828 www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/heritageplaceal [email protected] www.hillingdon.gov.uk/hillingdonpeople After reading, please MARKETING recycle this magazine SUITE OPEN DAILY 10.30AM - 5PM Published by Borough of Hillingdon © 2018 Hillingdon People, 3S/05 Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge, UB8 1UW. Design Corporate Communications Printed by Paragon Service Point T&Cs * Additional charges apply. ** Price correct at time of going to press. † See www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/partexchange for full details. 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2 June 2018 June 2018 3 news news Venus and Cupid return Step-free access A historical statue of Venus and the pieces, Cupid that was nearly destroyed before news welcomed during a fire in in re-assembling 2014 has been restored to its former and setting glory, thanks to a heritage project them using commissioned by the council. stainless steel The marble figure, which is dowel pins believed to date back to the 18th and polyester century, was initially thought to be resin. The HANDOVER Cllr David Simmonds with Dan Mihailovic irreparable after being reduced to team was burned fragments. However, as the even able to statue is an important part of the remodel some New minibus for local cadets Every pupil in history of Cranford and believed parts of the Council funding has provided 1381 which will be used for the cadets’ to have inspired the legend of the figure that (West Drayton and ) training; civic events and parades; Hillingdon offered Grey Lady ghost, the council were so badly Squadron with a brand new minibus. annual camp; educational visits and wanted to preserve it for future damaged that Cllr David Simmonds, Cabinet activities; including flying, road a school place generations to view. they couldn’t Member for Education and marching, canoeing, abseiling, drill Transport for London (TfL) has Hillingdon has once again ensured Following a remarkable be saved, Children's Services, handed over competitions and aero-modelling. announced that Ickenham and Ruislip that every child in the borough has a restoration by Cliveden including the keys for the brand new Flight Lieutenant Robert Glynn tube stations are set to go step-free by primary and secondary school place. Conservation, it has been returned Cupid’s nose. However, as Venus 16-seater vehicle in February to at 1381 Squadron, said: “We’re spring 2022. Despite high levels of demand to Hillingdon and given a had lost her nose prior to the fire, a Dejan (Dan) Mihailovic, Wing delighted with our new minibus, The news has been welcomed by the for places, 95.1 per cent of pupils temporary new home in Botwell decision was made in the interests Commander of , who as it means we can continue to council, which has long campaigned for received one of their preferred Green Library, where it is on of authenticity not to remodel it. accepted the vehicle on behalf of provide activities away from the a step-free borough. secondary school choices, with 88 display for all to enjoy. The council The restoration has now become the squadron. unit to young people in West The work, which includes installing per cent of applicants receiving plans to return it to Cranford Park a huge part of the statue’s history The Air Cadets Drayton. On behalf of all the staff new lifts, will be funded by TfL and will one of their top three schools. once lottery-funded restoration and another important chapter in group previously used an old and and cadets at 1381, I would like improve the accessibility of the Tube, Hillingdon remains the top works at the park are complete. the survival of Cranford Park. tired minibus for transport, so the to thank Hillingdon Council for making life easier for the elderly, borough in west London for families Restoration proved to be a To read more about the upgrade is a welcome resource, their support.” challenging process of painstakingly restoration visit www.cliveden disabled, carers and parents with receiving an offer at one of their cataloging, analysing and cleaning all conservation.com/project/2806. young children. preferred secondary schools. The full opening of the Elizabeth line Hillingdon also topped the list in in 2019 will also provide more New waste and recycling facility west London for families receiving accessibility, with every station along the A planning application was submitted by the council for a new waste an offer at their first preference New homes for local residents route, including Hayes and Harlington and recycling facility on part of the old coal yard site off Tavistock primary school, with 98.6 per cent of developer Peter Kearns to and West Drayton, being step-free. Road, West Drayton in February. applicants receiving an offer at one help meet the need for Cllr Keith Burrows, Cabinet As well as providing a household waste and recycling service for of their preferred primary schools. affordable rented housing. Member for Planning, residents, the facility will also accept controlled amounts of trade waste, Cllr David Simmonds, The high quality, modern Transportation and Recycling, said: which will be particularly beneficial to local small businesses. Cabinet Member for Education townhouses offer kitchens "Two thirds of Hillingdon's 15 The application was expected to go before the council's Major and Children's Services, said: with integrated appliances, underground stations are currently Applications Planning Committee in May and if approved, the council "Once again, we are delighted three bedrooms, ceramic inaccessible to wheelchair users, so it's will look to quickly expand use of the facility to daily use this summer. to announce that every child in flooring at ground level great news that Ickenham and Ruislip Leader of the Council, Cllr Ray Puddifoot, said: "Residents and the borough has been offered and in the bathroom, and will soon be step-free. We will continue businesses in the south of the borough have long been calling for a a school place and are pleased each home has its own to campaign for a step-free borough, waste and recycling facility in their area, especially since the closure of that so many of our local children garden and allocated where all residents have equal access to the West London Waste site in . received their preferred choice. parking space. public transport." "We have been offering a waste weekend every month at Tavistock "To meet the growing demand for Cllr Philip Corthorne, As well as having an increasingly school places in the borough, we are Cabinet Member for Road since 2009, which has been extremely well received. However, it is step-free Tube, London has the most continuing to invest in our school Social Services, Housing, clear that it needs to be a permanent facility. Therefore, we have taken building and expansion programme, OPENED Cllr Jonathan Bianco, Cllr Philip Corthorne Health and Wellbeing, accessible bus fleet in the world, with all immediate steps to ensure that it is up and running as soon as possible. and Peter Kearns at Poppy Close one of the largest in London, to said: “Like many other local 9,000 buses low-floor wheelchair "Many positive benefits will arise from our plans, including an overall A brand new development, which will authorities, Hillingdon is accessible and fitted with ramps. reduction in boroughwide traffic and associated air quality issues, and a provide additional primary and provide 13 affordable homes for local facing a high demand for Hillingdon Council was one of the first likely reduction in fly-tipping." secondary school places. Education people, was opened by the council on affordable housing and boroughs in the capital to achieve TfL’s The council is keen to stress that the planning application is no is a priority for the council and Tuesday 20 March. these homes demonstrate bus stop accessibility target of 95 per comparison whatsoever to the very large scale waste transfer and recycling academic attainment for children Poppy Close, which was named in tribute how we are taking action to cent fully accessible. The project facility refused planning permission in 2016 for the former coal yard site. and young people in Hillingdon to the former British Legion site, off Station ensure there are good involved council transport officers The new use will only occur during normal daytime hours, between 8am continues to be very positive." Road in West Drayton, was bought by the quality properties for assessing every bus stop and making and 6pm, Mondays to Fridays and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays, Sundays and For more information visit www. council in September 2017 from local people in housing need.” changes where required. Bank/Public Holidays (subject to seasonal variation). hillingdon.gov.uk/schooladmissions.

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Social housing for residents in need Mischievous theme for this year’s The council continues to ensure that social housing is rent in the private Summer Reading Challenge allocated to residents in genuine need of permanent sector, saving the accommodation and regularly inspects all properties that council £198,000. Saturday 7 July and run whoopee cushion and a are council-owned. The council is until mid-September. mini water squirter. Since March 2011, the council has saved £6.5 million by encouraging This year’s theme, Children can also collect recovering 366 properties from residents who no longer residents in social ‘Mischief Makers’ is Hillingdon Libraries’ need them or from those who have illegally sublet their housing to notify inspired by the much- exclusive Starborg cards, rented home to other people. officers of any changes to their circumstance and to loved iconic children’s title trump-style cards featuring Last year the council initiated an inspection on each of cancel housing benefit claims when no longer needed Children aged four to 11 Beano, which celebrates its an array of colourful animal children to use their artistic its 488 bungalows. The properties are purpose-built for by calling 01895 556666. are being encouraged to 80th anniversary this year. characters, and there will talents as part of a older residents and people with disabilities, and include Families in social housing who are able to downsize are become ultimate mischief Dennis, Gnasher and be an opportunity for competition to design an assisted bathrooms and TeleCareLine technology. also offered incentives, such as help with moving to free makers this summer, when friends will be inviting all-new comic strip. The council visited each bungalow and identified 11 up larger properties for other residents. the Summer Reading children to borrow books The initiative, which is led properties that had been left unoccupied but it was still Cllr Philip Corthorne, Cabinet Member for Social Challenge returns once and pick up a series of by the Reading Agency, paying housing benefit for. Residents had either moved Services, Housing, Health and Wellbeing, said: “We again to Hillingdon. rewards for reading, while proved more popular than out of the area to live elsewhere, moved in with other regularly monitor our properties to ensure that homes The annual free having lots of fun and ever in Hillingdon last year, family members or had moved into care homes without are allocated to those residents who need them the initiative, which aims to adventures in Beanotown. with 9,766 children joining notifying the council. most. The council has a strict local policy criteria, which keep children reading As well as the usual the challenge, 1,197 more Once the homes had been recovered, the council was includes continuous residence in Hillingdon for a throughout the school stickers, which always able to re-let the bungalows to residents in need of social minimum of 10 years, and will react quickly to any reports than in 2016. prove popular, this year’s housing; whether homeless, elderly, or those unable to of tenancy fraud.” summer holidays, will To find out more visit begin in all 17 of the rewards will include some www.hillingdon.gov.uk/ borough’s libraries on playfully naughty toys: a summerreading. New visitors' audio guide FIESTA back this summer Middlesex Brownies and Borough tops London Girl Guides held a crafts For the fifteenth year workshop of drawing and running, our popular safest road list egg decorating. The Herga six-week summer Band also entertained activities programme Hillingdon is the safest London borough to drive in for visitors with live music. FIESTA will return with every mile driven according to Department for Harmit Bhamra, a fun and educational Transport (DfT) data. teacher at Warrender sessions for children and Research shows that drivers in Hillingdon are the least Primary School, said: young people. likely to be involved in a car accident in the capital. The “We’ve all (teachers and From Monday 23 July borough has the lowest number of crashes in London pupils) learnt a lot from the to Friday 31 August, per 100 million miles driven, with just 48 accidents. A brand new audio guide guide and found it very Hillingdon young Data for 2016 showed that motorists in Hillingdon was launched during interesting." people in school years 4 Cllr David drove 1,356 million miles and there were only 649 Easter weekend at Manor to 13 can enjoy a range Simmonds, Cabinet accidents. Farm with an afternoon of low-cost and free Member for On average, London boroughs experience 166 of activities for residents courses, including Education and crashes per 100 million miles, and Camden (292), and visitors. international cooking, Children's Services, Hackney (309), Islington (313) and City of London (383) Members of the public musical theatre, tennis said: “FIESTA provides a ranked worst in terms of safety, with many more were invited to complete and​ film production in fantastic opportunity for accidents per miles driven. In comparison, according to the 40 minute tour and various locations across young people to learn the DfT, you’re five times more likely to have an experience the highlights the borough. something new, make accident in those boroughs than in Hillingdon. of the heritage site. The Booking will open on friends and expand Hillingdon also has the lowest number of accidents Cllr Keith Burrows, Cabinet Member for trail, which begins at Wednesday 13 June on their skills. I would resulting in serious injury or death, with just five per 100 Planning, Transportation and Recycling, said: “Our Ruislip High Street, takes young.hillingdon.gov.uk/ encourage families to million miles. In comparison, Westminster, Camden, local communities and drivers can be reassured from visitors on a journey fiesta. Last year, 90 per take a look at the varied Islington, Hackney and City of London are the least safe, this research that the council prioritises road safety. The through more than 1,000 Download the free cent of courses were programme and sign up with between 32 and 53 killed or seriously injured per council has been consistently ranked in the top two of years of history at eight guide, along with a site trail fully booked, so early for some of the great 100 million miles driven on their roads. all London boroughs in terms of road safety for the last different locations. map, on www.hillingdon. sign up is advised. activities on offer.” Roads are kept in the best condition through the six years, and TfL’s Transport Commissioner has not only Children hunted for gov.uk/mfaudio. If you council’s extensive yearly road resurfacing programme, commended our record but wants to learn from chocolate treats in the don’t have a mobile and our unique ‘road safety suggestion programme,’ Hillingdon’s experience. We are committed to library; poetry writing device, for a small deposit, which encourages residents to raise any concerns about maintaining and improving Hillingdon’s roads so that workshops took place in you can borrow an MP3 road safety, has taken forward 300 schemes in the past they are in the best condition, preventing accidents and the Great Barn and the player with headphones five years alone. ensuring residents’ safety.” Ruislip-North West from Manor Farm Library.

6 June 2018 June 2018 7 news news Young people commence new Civic medal for dedicated service Partnership positions representing Hillingdon work Hillingdon’s new representatives decision makers on the issues which for the UK Youth Parliament matter most to young people on a ensures (UKYP) took up their roles in March local, regional and national level. following election in February. The UKYP has selected two positive Nearly 6,000 11 to 18-year-olds at campaigns for the MYPs and 10 of Hillingdon’s secondary schools Hillingdon Youth Council to focus on, discharge voted between Monday 19 February which are votes for 16s and creating Seek some to Monday 26 February from a a ‘curriculum for life’ for schools. figures candidate list of 10 young people. Thomas said: “It’s a privilege and Recent national media blaming Sidharth Chaggar, 17, from ‘bikespiration’ an honour to be elected. I’m looking bed blocking at hospitals on Vyners School and Thomas forward to making changes, gaining The council’s annual Bikespiration event, the availability of social care Shanahan, 14, from Bishopshalt skills and meeting new people. which promotes the benefits of cycling, REWARDED John and his family at the special ceremony is proving to be untrue for School were elected as Members A priority will be ensuring that will return to the forecourt of the Civic Hillingdon, where joint working of Youth Parliament (MYPs), with John Thirkettle, from Ruislip, The then Mayor of Hillingdon, young people have the life skills Centre, Uxbridge on Saturday 16 June. between the council and the NHS Lara Arekat, 16, from The Douay received a civic medal from Cllr Carol Melvin presented John they need after leaving school to It is free for the public to attend, is seeing low levels of delays. Martyrs RC School elected as their the council in February for with his medal in the Mayor’s be prepared for the real world.” starting at 10am and running until Challenging targets were set deputy. They will represent young his meritorious service to Parlour at the Civic Centre. For more information on the 4pm, with a range of cycling related by government last year for people in the borough for a year the borough, the community Leader of the Council, Cllr UKYP and Hillingdon Youth activities to participate in. There will Hillingdon to reduce the total by organising events and projects; and its residents. Ray Puddifoot, said: “John Council, visit www.hillingdon. be a bike try-out area, rollapaluza number of days patients were running campaigns and influencing John has dedicated himself undoubtedly meets the civic medal gov.uk/youthparliament. (where two participants race to delayed in hospital waiting for see who can cycle quicker) and a to volunteering in Hillingdon, reward criteria. He has touched carrying out more than 30 years the lives of so many residents from care to enable them to return variety of games and competitions home. This was to free up beds to win cycling related prizes. of voluntary work, including both ends of the age spectrum, Hillingdon Neighbourhood playing instrumental roles in setting for people who really needed Professionals will also be on hand to to be in hospital for treatment. give you information about what to Watch, Residents up two successful programmes, Association, Eastcote Community Activities 4 Kids and Active 50s at Estimates suggest that Hillingdon look for when purchasing a bike, how is performing extremely well to look after it, what clubs there are Centre and various roles for Brunel University, and volunteering the . for a range of local organisations.” and on track to be nearly for cyclists, what guided rides are on 3,000 days under the 9,337 offer in the borough and what road day limit set by government. safety training programmes the council they dedicated 76 Leader of the Council, Cllr runs to increase your confidence and years as Hillingdon Ray Puddifoot, said: “The encourage safety. You can also get a ward councillors. council’s social care service has free basic bike repair with Dr Bike. ELECTED Sidharth, Lara and Thomas with Cllr David Simmonds Catherine was worked very closely with the NHS Mayor of Hillingdon to better understand the issues on three occasions resulting in delays. The council has Community project restores school clock and George was further invested in care contracts Chief Whip for to ensure providers can recruit A historic clock at Field the central tower is listed, council approached us the Conservative and retain staff, strengthening End Junior School has forming an important with a proposal to restore administration for the home care market. As a been restored thanks part of the local area’s it to its former glory.” 11 years. Mo’s son result of this work, the council to the council’s ward history. Time Assured Ltd Cllr Douglas Mills, Imran collected the honour on is making sure that residents budget scheme. carried out the £2,900 Cabinet Member for New Freemen behalf of his father who passed are not unduly delayed and is Cavendish ward repair works, which were Community, Commerce away in February. Mo served prioritising their care needs.” councillors received completed in March. and Regeneration, honoured as both Deputy Leader and Lengthy stays in hospital can a request in October Headteacher Audrey said: “Our ward budget The council awarded Leader of the Labour Group. have a negative effect, particularly last year from a local Wright, said: “We are scheme allows councillors Freedom of the Borough to 'The Freedom' is the on older people, with many resident and member of thrilled that our clock to support local groups former councillors, Catherine highest tribute that a borough leaving hospital with conditions South Ruislip Residents has now been restored. in delivering area-specific Dann and George Cooper can bestow, and Honorary they did not have on admission. Association on behalf It is such an important projects that really matter and posthumously to Freemen are invited to take Long stays can impact mental of the school to repair landmark in the local to them and are beneficial Mohammed (Mo) Khursheed part in all important ceremonial health and wellbeing and lead the clock which had community. Residents to their local communities. at a special council meeting occasions in the borough. to the deterioration of bones stopped working. had commented that To apply for ward budget on Thursday 12 April. Since the London Borough and muscles. For an 80-year-old, The school and clock they missed seeing the funding contact your All three were honoured for of Hillingdon was created spending 10 days in hospital tower were designed by clock working and we local ward councillor rendering eminent services to in 1965, 24 individuals have can lead to the equivalent of 10 H. V. Lobb in 1947 and were delighted when the with your proposal.” the borough. Between them been given the honour. years’ ageing in their muscles.

8 June 2018 June 2018 9 older people regeneration Keeping our older residents safe Latest phase of town centre The council is committed to Telephone calls helping Hillingdon residents If you receive a phone call from improvements completed someone you do not know, ask stay safe, and ensures that them for their name and where they over-65s feel secure and are calling from. Never give out your personal, credit card or online have peace of mind in their account details over the phone, own homes through the unless you made the call and the Work to revitalise the phone number came from a trusted borough’s town centres free burglar alarm scheme source. If you receive a text message and scam protection advice. or missed call from a number you do took another leap forward not recognise, it is best not to respond this spring, with the Free burglar alarms on (they may charge you premium offer for over-65s rates). It’s also good to keep a list of completion of a series of hanks to the council’s free anyone to your home to collect bank emergency numbers by your phone. improvements in West burglar alarm scheme, cards, cheque books or cash. In such Online Drayton and Uxbridge and funded by the Leader’s circumstances, please contact your T If you receive unwanted or suspicious Initiative for Older People, more bank directly, using the contact details upgrades progressing in emails, it is best to delete them than 9,000 alarms have been you already have for them. installed across the borough in the without opening them. If you Hayes and Eastcote. last nine years, providing security Personal details he then Mayor of Hillingdon, and reassurance to Hillingdon Remember to keep important Cllr Carol Melvin, officially residents aged 65 and over. personal documents, cheque books Tunveiled a newly refurbished Yard, as well as new screening and at Eastcote Bridge is also being The alarm systems are installed by and bank cards in a safe and secure West Drayton Bridge on Thursday 22 street furniture for Baker’s Yard. This improved. This work, which includes an experienced specialist contractor place. Don’t give personal details March, alongside Cllr Douglas Mills, work is expected to be completed by the extensive planting of drainage- and have a solar-powered wireless (bank or credit card information, Cabinet Member for Community, summer. A second phase of friendly rain gardens, is scheduled to siren alarm box fitted to the front of passport or driving licence) to Commerce and Regeneration improvements will then focus further be completed in the autumn. the property, a magnetic door sensor, anyone you don’t know or if you and local ward councillors. east of the town centre. a pet-friendly internal movement don’t know why they need them. If The bridge has undergone an Improvements in the Hayes sensor and a remote control key Parades, along Uxbridge Road, are you have old/unwanted personal impressive facelift, including an fob to operate the alarm. Other also nearing completion. New street Cllr Mills said: “We are information, such as old bank extensive clean of its concrete pillars alarms are also available for residents and facades and the installation of a lighting, paving, seating and delighted to see our exciting statements or cards, cut up and who have a hearing impairment. specially-designed timeline mural that landscaping between Warley Road regeneration projects coming to dispose of them securely. When an alarm is installed tells the history of the area from the and Lansbury Close are being fruition in West Drayton and you will be shown how it works Doorstep callers have a computer at home, it is years 929 to 2019. It has also been installed and footpaths in Craven Uxbridge. I am particularly and how to operate it. You will When answering your door, consider recommended that you install (and given new LED lighting. Close are being upgraded. pleased to see how well the also receive a crime prevention Eastcote is also benefitting from using a chain or spyhole, or look keep up-to-date) software that The bridge improvements will new mural has transformed West pack with information about more than £1 million of through a window to check who is protects your computer from viruses complement the work taking place at Drayton Bridge from a practical personal and home security. West Drayton Station ahead of the improvements, with 22 shop front calling. If you don’t know the person, and unwanted programmes. but fairly unremarkable piece of If you’re a Hillingdon resident arrival of Elizabeth line services in improvement grants issued to local aged 65 and over, you can request ask them to show you an identity card late 2019. independent businesses on Field End architecture to a landmark a free burglar alarm on www. or for them to call back another time. A number of public realm Road and new street lighting, feature that future generations hillingdon.gov.uk/burglaralarms Leader of the Council and improvements in Uxbridge town furniture, footpaths, signage and can be proud of. or call 01895 556000. Older People’s Champion, centre have also come to fruition. planting. Fencing, signage and lighting “With plenty more still to Cllr Ray Puddifoot, said: Protect yourself from scams The forecourt area outside Tesco has come across the borough, there “As you get older, staying safe been re-configured, with new paving can be no doubt that the People of all ages can fall victim to can become more difficult, and landscaping, making the area council is committed to making scams, but some fraudsters specifically especially if you live on your more attractive for shoppers. An our town centres nicer places to target older people, so it’s important own. We will continue to work intricately designed illuminated sign live, work and visit, while to know how best to keep yourself with the police and partners to directing people to our award- supporting local businesses and safe at home. help protect residents across winning Fassnidge Park was installed buoying the local economy." the borough.” in Fassnidge Yard in March, and a new Money children’s play structure (right) was Nobody, including your bank and also developed. the police, should ever ask you for The £2 million improvement scheme your PIN (personal identification For more information about help at home, as well as other support and in Uxbridge, which is part-funded by For more information on our town number), ask you to withdraw cash as services available to you, visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/over65s or pick up an the Mayor of London, will also see improvement schemes visit part of a ‘fraud investigation’ or send Activities and services for over-65s guide at your local library i better pedestrian lighting in Fassnidge www.hillingdon.gov.uk/towncentres i

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Cllr Jonathan Bianco, Cabinet Member for Finance, Property and Business Services, said: “Dowding Park is a wonderful recreational facility for residents to enjoy, and our new pirate ship provides even more family fun at for children of all ages. We are committed to continuing to update our facilities in our parks and green spaces to improve the quality of life for everyone in the borough.” Credit: VINCI ST MOWDEN and Will Slater VINCI ST MOWDEN and Credit:

Once building work around the Children of all ages dressed up site has been completed, there will as pirates and enjoyed activities, be new access routes to the town including a pirate-themed storytime centre and neighbouring areas. and crafts and a treasure hunt in Recreational facilities opened the sand. Adventurous children’s The impressive ship offers fun and The council celebrated the opening of two new leisure amenities play area at Ruislip Lido imaginative play, with climbing rails, A new 18 metre-long wooden play nets, balancing beams, agility this spring for residents of all ages to enjoy. children’s pirate ship was opened areas, a climbing wall and slides. at Ruislip Lido on Saturday 10 An array of pirate-themed A new park for Uxbridge as a council we thought it appropriate In 2012, the council planted a March by the then Mayor of equipment for younger children was Dowding Park was officially opened that this new park, adjacent to the Jubilee Wood (copse of 100 specimen Hillingdon, Cllr Carol Melvin. installed at the end of May, including by the Leader of the Council, bunker, should carry his name as a trees) with help from schoolchildren Families from across the borough small boats, a seesaw, equipment Cllr Ray Puddifoot and the then mark of both respect and gratitude from across the borough. In 2017, attended the event to see the play to dig for treasure, a crows nest Mayor of Hillingdon, Cllr Carol for his service to this country.” children returned to plant spring bulbs facility, and Cllr Melvin delivered a swing, dolphin springer and friendly Dowding Park incorporates 40 Melvin on Saturday 17 March. around the base of the trees. pirate-inspired speech. fibreglass creatures. Will Slater VINCI ST MOWDEN and Credit: Councillors and residents were acres of rural and recreational joined by Lord Dowding's great parkland and is at the heart of a grandson, Alexander Dowding, new community development at St. (pictured above right) at the Andrew’s Park, which will offer 1,300 opening event, who was pleased new homes. and humbled that the park was Leisure facilities include a football named after his great grandfather. pitch and children’s playground, and Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh a trim trail provides an adventurous Dowding was one of the Royal Air opportunity for visitors of all ages to Force’s most significant air officers further explore the site and improve and served at RAF Uxbridge many fitness. Woodland trails and pathways times. He developed the UK’s air offer an additional way to explore defence system, which protected the the park, and part of the Celandine nation during World War Two and Route passes through it. Visitors can he picked RAF Uxbridge as the site also discover the wildlife within the for the top secret Battle of Britain River Pinn from a dipping platform Bunker nearby. among a copse of mature trees. Cllr Puddifoot said: “This country In addition, 167 new trees and will always owe a debt of gratitude more than 3,000 new shrubs and to Air Chief Marshal Dowding, and herbaceous plants have been whilst his story is recounted in some planted, and bird boxes, bat boxes detail in our new Battle of Britain and log piles have been installed to Bunker Visitor and Exhibition Centre, provide new habitats for wildlife.

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Categories Best first time entrant Best window box - boxes must be on or attached to the windowsill and not a freestanding container Best hanging basket Best balcony - best open fronted balcony display Best bloomin' business Best school project/display - planted out and showing evidence of being cared for by the children Greening grey Britain for wildlife - turning unloved public open spaces into vibrant wildlife friendly areas Best community project (residential street) - group entry to include a minimum of four adjacent properties working together to create an overall garden display Best display (includes novelty display) - for an exhibit within a garden that incorporates temporary planting and/or garden ornaments and structures Roome Cup - awarded to the garden that is judged to be making the greatest contribution to wildlife conservation Best residential garden - this can include a rear garden only if it is clearly visible to the passing public NEW Best tree pit garden- brighten up your street or road by planting around the base of a tree. Please note: it is important that no damage is caused to the tree in the process and the planting does not encroach onto the footpath Autumn Show Applications are now also open for the annual Autumn Show, which will be held at the Great Barn, Ruislip on Saturday 15 September. Residents can enter and exhibit their homegrown Applications now open produce in a variety of categories. Harry Dixon from Ickenham previously won Best in Show for We are encouraging residents to apply to take part in this year’s his tomatoes; Ken Wheatley, from Hayes End previously won Hillingdon in Bloom competition. Best in Show for his pumpkin; and last year Brian Lawrence also ur annual horticultural She said: “Gardening is my passion the local environment through the from Hayes End won the medium competition was officially and my hobby. My nan got me into imaginative use of flowers, trees, tomato, beetroot and blackberry launched by Cllr Jonathan it from the age of five, and I now shrubs and landscaping, and instil a OBianco, Cabinet Member for categories (all pictured left). have a large garden of my own, so sense of pride in the community. They plan to apply once again Finance, Property and Business I’m looking forward to entering the “So whether you have a windowsill Services, on Tuesday 20 March this year and Brian said: “There’s at the Rural Activities Garden competition for the third year running. that can be revamped with some stiff competition but I’ll be entering Centre (RAGC), Yiewsley. My son Dean has special needs and potted plants, or you're working various fruit and vegetables. It’s Hillingdon in Bloom is a free he loves growing vegetables in the on a bigger gardening project, wonderful that the council puts on gardening competition open garden, which he will enter into the we’d like to encourage every these competitions each year, as to all residents and businesses Autumn Show in September.” resident to join in the fun and there are so many residents like us in the borough, with a range of Cllr Bianco said: “We were delighted get growing for Hillingdon!” who are interested in getting categories on offer (see far right). to once again launch this year’s All applications must be involved in them.” Local gardening enthusiast Julie Hillingdon in Bloom competition at submitted by Saturday 30 June Applications for the Autumn Bye from Hillingdon attended the RAGC, and I’m thoroughly looking and judging will take place in July Show close on Friday 7 September. the launch event with her son forward to seeing the entries this year. and August by the council’s green Dean and is looking forward to “Our gardening and growing spaces officers. Winners will be entering her display this year. competitions are designed to improve announced at the Autumn Show. Visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/bloom to apply for Hillingdon in Bloom and the Autumn Show or pick up application forms at libraries and the RAGC i 14 June 2018 June 2018 15 council council

Northwood Harefield Northwood Hills

West Eastcote and Your council Ruislip East Ruislip Following the local elections Barnhill Botwell Brunel Cavendish Cavendish on Thursday 3 May, 44 Manor Conservative and 21 Labour Ickenham councillors were elected to South Ruislip make up Hillingdon Council. Uxbridge North Hillingdon East he names, photos and parties Jas Tony Kerri Scott Janet John Roy Richard Brian Teji Eddie Heena Uxbridge Dhot Eginton Prince Farley Gardner Oswell Chamdal Mills Stead Barnes Lavery Makwana South of each of the borough’s 65 Charville councillors and the wards they Brunel T Charville Eastcote and East Ruislip Heathrow Villages represent are detailed on the right. Barnhill Cabinet Members and the leaders Yiewsley Botwell of the parties are highlighted, and Townfield a map of Hillingdon displays the West Drayton parties representing each ward. Pinkwell Results can also be found on Nicola Neil Paula Nick Ian Becky Henry Jane Ali Peter June www.hillingdon.gov.uk/elections, Brightman Fyfe Rodrigues Denys Edwards Haggar Higgins Palmer Milani Money Nelson where you can see the councillors elected for your local ward, all Hillingdon East Ickenham Manor Northwood Heathrow Villages candidates and the voter turnout. A total of 77,122 people voted © Crown copyright and database rights 2014 in the elections, giving an overall Ordnance Survey 100019283 turnout of 38.31 per cent. Eastcote and East Ruislip ward had the Wayne Alan Patricia John Ray David Michael Douglas Susan Richard Carol Scott highest turnout, with 47.04 per Bridges Chapman Jackson Hensley Puddifoot Simmonds Markham Mills O’Brien Lewis Melvin Seaman-Digby cent of residents having their say. Cabinet Your elected councillors have regular Northwood Hills Pinkwell South Ruislip Townfield Members and contact with constituents, representing residents at a local level and deciding their portfolios how the council carries out its various Position/portfolio Councillor activities. During the coming weeks, Leader of the Ray councillors will be making arrangements Council Puddifoot to hold surgeries in their wards, so that Jonathan Duncan John Jazz Kuldeep John Vanessa Allan Steve Lynne Peter Robin Bianco Flynn Morgan Dhillon Lakhmana Morse Hurhangee Kauffman Tuckwell Allen Curling Sansarpuri constituents can meet with them and Deputy Leader David and Education and Simmonds discuss any council-related matters. Uxbridge North Uxbridge South West Drayton West Ruislip Children’s Services Councillor details are available on Finance, Property Jonathan www.hillingdon.gov.uk/councillors. and Business Bianco You can also contact your local Services councillor via the relevant group office: Planning, Keith Conservative Group Office Transportation Burrows Martin Raymond David Keith Farhad Judith Janet Stuart Jan Philip Devi John and Recycling 01895 250316 Goddard Graham Yarrow Burrows Choubedar Cooper Duncan Mathers Sweeting Corthorne Radia Riley Social Services, Philip conservativegroupsecretariat Yeading Yiewsley Housing, Health Corthorne @hillingdon.gov.uk and Wellbeing Conservative councillor Leader of the Council Labour Group Office Community, Douglas Commerce and Mills 01895 250780 Labour councillor Labour Group Leader Regeneration 01895 250782 Central Services, Richard Cabinet Members Culture and Lewis labourgroupsecretariat Mohinder Lindsay Jagjit Shehryar Simon Alan Heritage @hillingdon.gov.uk Birah Bliss Singh Ahmad-Wallana Arnold Deville

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Cllr Puddifoot said: "It is an honour and privilege to be custodians of the Battle of Britain Bunker, which only a few years ago was threatened by closure. We are particularly grateful to the Friends of the The council is encouraging No. 11 Group Operations Room residents to go along and who continue to help support take a look at the brand us. I must also thank our MP Boris Johnson who championed new museum and heritage the council’s cause to keep the site of national importance. and keep the original bunker, bunker open, securing £1 million built in 1939, open for everyone government funding. he Leader of the Council, to visit for generations to come. “This is an amazing building in Cllr Ray Puddifoot officially The new interactive displays both design and content and I Topened the Battle of Britain trace the development of the UK's need to thank all of our staff Bunker Exhibition and Visitor Centre innovative air defence system and and all those involved in the in Uxbridge in the presence of explore the bunker's role during design, construction and fitting the then Mayor of Hillingdon, Cllr the Battle of Britain and beyond. out of this exhibition. It is a The original plotting table map Carol Melvin; Boris Johnson, MP stunning achievement to see (the only one in the country) is BATTLE OF BRITAIN BUNKER for Uxbridge and South Ruislip; this open just a mere two years national museum directors, donors replicated in the centre with a 360 after taking responsibility for it and some of the women who degree touch screen experience EXHIBITION AND VISITOR served at the bunker during World for those unable to descend the from the Ministry of Defence.” War Two on Friday 16 March. steps to the top secret bunker The council has invested £6 18 metres underground. million to create the new centre The bunker is a historic landmark CENTRE NOW OPEN of national significance and played a crucial role in the air defence of the throughout World War Two. It was vital in directing RAF operations and was visited by both Winston Churchill and King George VI in 1940. Daniel Stirland, Senior Curator, said: “Response to the visitor centre so far has been nothing but positive. It is now the only RAF Fighter Command underground bunker open to the public. “Our new museum finally acknowledges the work carried out at Uxbridge by the people controlling Britain’s air defence. Their stories are truly fascinating and more than 85 per cent were women.”

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Helen Mills, Muriel Broome and Kathleen Thomas, veterans of the bunker (pictured right), were all present at the official opening, reliving their service 70 years after first being based at RAF Uxbridge. Helen remembered that she felt she had to join up on leaving school at the age of 18. She said: “We had our backs to the wall at the time and I wanted to make a difference.” Having been a member of the air corps at school she picked out plotting as her preferred job witted. “There were all sorts of and fast. Much better you asked to be from a guide of trades in the RAF. people doing other things but you relieved than make a mistake,” she said. Clubs bowled over by She explained she had the key only knew the people on your shift. The bunker is open every day requirements for the role, which Heaven help you if you got flustered between 10am to 4.30pm (except were clear diction and being quick- when the plots were coming in thick Christmas, Boxing and New Year’s Day). revamped community facility ROOMS FOR HIRE Ruislip Bowls Club and Mill Bowling Club received an upgraded clubhouse in There are a number of event time for the start of the 2018 lawn bowls season thanks to council support. spaces for private hire, including celebration event was held on The room is also ideal for social a lecture theatre, meeting Friday 23 March at the club, events for use by the clubs and the rooms and the whole centre. Awhich is situated at the Manor local community. A full range of catering Farm site in Ruislip, for members to see New changing rooms and toilets services is also available, such the building’s transformation. Leader were added, as well as a kitchen area, as canapés and lunch and of the Council, Cllr Ray Puddifoot, storeroom, storage area, locker room, Visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/bunker for more information and to book. cut the ribbon on the plaque at the office and disabled toilet and nappy evening buffets. site to officially open the facility. changing facility. The clubs’ former pavilion, which The council extended the original was more than 40 years old, was no terrace, which provides an important longer fit for purpose, consisting of a social area for members to chat and small main room, kitchenette, changing watch the games unfold on the rooms and toilets. green ahead. Two sets of tri-fold ter Thanks to council investment of doors open out from the main Af more than £200,000, the single clubroom, maximising the view of the e storey building has been revitalised terrace and the green and creating Befor by an extension to the east, offering an additional fluid dimension to double . Care has been the social space. The canopy of the taken to ensure that it blends in original building was extended and Cllr Puddifoot said: new planting beds added. “The council is committed to Ken Scott, Chairman of Ruislip promoting sports and activities Bowls Club and Kevin Gynn, for all ages and ensuring Chairman of Mill Bowling Club, residents have the best facilities COMPLIMENTARY said: “The members of Ruislip Bowls to keep fit and social. We HOT DRINKS Club and Mill Bowling Club are recognise that the social side of really excited by the prospect of bowls can be just as important This voucher entitles the DAISY’S CAFE a new home after many years of as playing. By extending and cramped accommodation. The new refurbishing this venue, the holder to two complimentary The cafe at the exhibition The cafe, which has both clubhouse is well beyond our initial clubs are not only able to offer hot drinks at Daisy's Cafe at and visitor centre opened on indoor and outdoor seating, expectations and now offers a year- Saturday 26 May. Daisy’s is the offers a range of hot and cold short mat indoor bowls in the Battle of Britain Bunker. round excellent facility for members. perfect place to meet friends, beverages, savoury snacks, fresh “The opportunity to socialise winter but also hold a variety of Offer expires Monday family or colleagues for lunch or salads, handmade cakes and in terms of scale and design with the and remain in contact throughout social events and it has now coffee, whether you’re visiting cream teas. surrounding historic Manor Farm site the close season and enjoy many become a state-of-the-art 26 November and is the bunker, enjoying the facilities To celebrate its opening, the strictly non-transferable. and Ruislip High Street, which is a activities together, apart from their multi-functional facility.” in Dowding Park or wanting to voucher (left) entitles you to two conservation area. first love of bowling, will be a real try out a new eaterie. complimentary hot drinks. The new large clubroom will allow benefit to all members. We all Visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/bowls for teams to play throughout the year, appreciate the vision and enthusiasm more information on bowling in For more information and to plan your visit, with ample space for short mat from the council, which has made Hillingdon. If you’d like to join one of i see www.hillingdon.gov.uk/bunker i indoor bowls in the winter months. this possible." the clubs, contact the club directly 20 June 2018 June 2018 21 events events Family friendly entertainment for the whole community Hillingdon Council will be hosting a range of fun activities for all the family this summer. he council’s annual Family Fishing Fun Days return for Ttheir tenth year this summer. The popular events, which are free to attend and open to everyone Parade and of all ages, will take place at Little Britain Lake, Cowley (UB8 2JR) on Sundays 29 July and history talks rts in Action will return for a 12 August between 9.30am and second year on Wednesday 20 3.30pm (last session 2.30pm). AJune, running until Sunday 15 July. For those who haven’t fished he Royal Air Force (RAF) is marking 100 years The programme of arts events is before, it is the perfect since it was officially formed on 1 April 1918. organised by the council in collaboration opportunity to pick up a rod T To celebrate the centenary, RAF with Hillingdon Arts Association. and have a go. All equipment will exercise their Freedom of the Borough with a There will be a varied selection of arts and bait will be provided parade through Uxbridge on Thursday 14 June, or the first time this year, offerings for all ages, including choral and for free and there will be starting at 10.40am. the annual celebration folk music, tribute acts, historic talks, art hourly angling sessions guided The parade will march through Uxbridge Fof Hayes and its diverse and craft exhibitions and sessions, drama by experienced volunteer departing from Windsor Street, along the High community will take place marking the centenary of the end of World anglers. You might also get to ly entirely within . meet fishing legend Keith Arthur! i This all new free event will take Bird box making, face painting m place on Saturday 7 July, bringing an extravaganza and a bouncy castle will also be on offer. a y of family-oriented fun, games and entertainment F a You will need to register for fishing and bird box D to the park between 11am and 4pm. making on the day, with places offered on a first n There will be an exciting array of acts, such as the come, first served basis. Fu Summer Lion (a magical creature that will delight Leader of the Council, Cllr Ray Puddifoot, said: adults and children alike) and Captain “We’ve been running these events for a decade now Jon Voyage with his avian amigos. and they truly are a highlight of our events calendar. There will also be energetic Whether you’re a seasoned angler, a dance performances from novice, or you simply want to bring Jay Kumar and Dance Asia a picnic and soak up the relaxing and children's entertainment atmosphere, it’s an from Verona Chard and Street, stopping at the forecourtHarefield of theRoad War One and women being given the event not to Civic Centre to be inspected by her Musical Balloon Band. vote, and dance shows in venues across be missed.” the Mayor of Hillingdon. The ever-popular sports, the borough. Two free outdoor arts shows Everyone is welcome children’s and cycling zones will take place at High Point Village near to line the route and will return offering a range of fun Hayes and Harlington Station, featuring cheer and wave as the activities and for residents wishing to escape circus acts, dance and acrobatics. RAF parades through the excitement for a while, there will be a new For more information visit www. the town centre. quiet zone for relaxation and gentle exercise. hillingdon.gov.uk/artsinaction or www. A series of free Bakers Cllr Richard Lewis, Cabinet Member for hillingdontheatres.uk. The brochure talks about the Yard Central Services, Culture and Heritage, said: of events is also available in your local “Hayes Carnival is always a great day out and history of RAF Windsor St. Margaret’s library and a range of council venues. Street Church Northolt will 10.40am this year promises to be better also be held at than ever, with lots of new Vine Street Vine activities for families to

libraries across Rd Cricketfield Street the borough 10.45am enjoy. We look forward

Civic Centre to seeing old friends throughout the Forecourt summer and autumn. and making new ones.” For more Visit www. H hillingdon.gov.uk/ information visit il lin gd on hayescarnivalfunday www.hillingdon. Road gov.uk/raf100. for more information. St. Andrew’s Roundabout

22 June 2018 June 2018 23 theatre weddings

Our marriage arch, with its Celebrating filigree wrought iron gates, also The perfect venue provides a charming background for outdoor photographs within a 50 years of the courtyard planted with climbing roses, honeysuckle and clematis. Registration Services Manager, to say Gina Willcox, said: “We want your ceremony to be a happy and memorable occasion and we – oh yes we are! will do everything we can to help I do you, from your first enquiry to the ceremony itself. We pride ourselves on the customer care, support and commitment of our highly professional and enthusiastic registration services Witch and the Gobbin. Tickets team and welcome any questions cost £6.50 and can be booked or advice you may need.” on www.hillingdontheatres. Costs are extremely reasonable, uk or by calling 01895 250615. providing you with a cheaper During July, there will also be an alternative to a range of other venues. exhibition of historic images. Prices vary depending on the day of the week, time and if you would like your wedding on a bank holiday. Cllr Richard Lewis, Cabinet A webcasting service was also riginally called Ickenham toilet and shower facilities for Member for Central introduced last year, which for an Youth Theatre, the building performers with disabilities Services, Culture and additional £70 allows couples to was completed in the and a backstage access lift from Heritage, said: “The Compass If you’re looking for a room and double doors provide the share their ceremony online with O bridal party with a formal entrance, friends and families across the globe summer of 1968, opened on Sunday ground level to stage level. Theatre continues to be a special venue in Hillingdon 26 October and basic theatre Extensive modernisation and really valuable centre of with seating divided to form a who may be unable to make the traditional central aisle. The space, big day. Couples are able to keep courses began. In December, the refurbishment was carried out in the entertainment, which brings for your wedding ceremony, which has full access for people the recording, so they can relive first production (three acts and late 1980s and the new Compass together the community and look no further than our with disabilities, can hold up to a the magical moment forever. a prologue) was staged – Hans, Theatre was officially reopened attracts thousands of visitors the Witch and the Gobbin, by Prince Edward on Monday 12 maximum of 50 guests but if you’re You and your partner need to give each year. I would strongly Four Seasons Room. written by Alan Cullen. The play November 1990. In 2016, the foyer wanting a simpler ceremony, you notice of your intention is a charming fantasy comedy, and roof of the theatre was fully encourage any new drama ocated in the Hillingdon could just have two witnesses. to marry or register performed for children by an refurbished with help from the groups who want to put on a Register Office at the Civic You will have the room for 45 a civil partnership adult cast, and includes characters council’s Chrysalis programme. play themselves to get in touch.” LCentre in Uxbridge, the minutes and there are a range of before the Rufus (a king), Daisy (a witch) More than 50 volunteers Four Seasons Room offers a extras and choices to ensure you have wedding can and Hank and Hunk (two pigs). support the theatre in running contemporary, light and serene the ceremony you want, including use take place. Ever since its opening, generations its busy programme of events. space to hold your marriage, civil of our high quality sound system to Contact the of families have performed, They regularly sell and check Become a member partnership or renewal of vows. play music from our own collection Register Office attended and engaged with the tickets and serve behind the Compass Club is an audience Unique historic stained glass or your own, having readings or for further arts through the centre’s activities bar. Their help is invaluable. membership scheme, where windows run the full length of the recitals and flowers in the room. information. and the theatre’s audiences To celebrate its 50th year, supporters of the venue have enjoyed regular plays, Hillingdon Theatres and volunteers can help the Compass Radu Nicu and Alina Ciorba, live in “The team helped by providing musicals and pantomimes. are putting on a show on Saturday Theatre and , West Drayton, and got married in the all of the information and guidance The theatre incorporates a 1 September at 11am and 3pm with while gaining discounts for Four Seasons Room in March. They we needed and they explained the modern auditorium and seating a revival production of Hans, the selected events and offers. There are three types of said: “We decided to have a simple many choices that we could have. for an audience of up to 158. membership available. ceremony, as we will be returning Even though our ceremony was It is equipped with • Standard membership, £25 to Romania where we’re from in simple, the team helped with all they a full range of • Anniversary membership, September for a religious ceremony could, they provided an excellent technical facilities, includes a ticket to and big celebration. We chose the service for us and our guests including lights, the 50th birthday party venue because of the vibe of the throughout the ceremony and sound equipment, (places limited), £50 room, which felt warm and pleasant understood our needs from start to amplifiers, speakers • Five years’ membership and gave us the possibility of creating finish. We would recommend the and a large screen and a seat plaque, £120 something special. We also chose it venue to others as it really helped for showing films. because of the reasonable cost. to make this important day special.” Backstage are two dressing rooms, each For more information, to register your interest for with showers and membership or to put on a show, visit For further details see www.hillingdon.gov.uk/weddings. If you would like to book the Four Seasons Room or toilets, additional www.hillingdontheatres.uk or call 01895 250615 i find out more about this venue, email the Register Office on [email protected] or call 01895 250418 i 24 June 2018 June 2018 25 community Mayor Updates from the Borough Commander Celebrating the past year The rise in violence and knife crime being involved in crime. This is about now responsible for the West Area as Mayor of Hillingdon nationally and in London has featured everyone coming together to stop and I have moved to a new role in significantly in national media. Locally knife crime. Please visit our Facebook Roads and Transport Policing. It has we haven’t been immune to the page or the Met Police website (www. been a genuine privilege to be the “From Bollywood dancing at Hayes Carnival to opening problem and have been working hard met.police.uk) to find out more. Borough Commander in Hillingdon. I a range of facilities, from visiting different organisations to tackle it. This has involved As I’ve mentioned in previous have worked with some of the very to meeting residents, this has been one of the most increased enforcement activity in our columns, the structure of borough best police officers and staff in hotspots, where individuals have been policing has changed and Hillingdon London, always striving to learn and memorable years,” said Cllr Carol Melvin. arrested, knives seized, and there has is now part of the West Area with improve in all we do. They are been a greater use of stop and search. Hounslow and Ealing. In many ways remarkable people who, on your llr Melvin had an and I’m so honoured that they asked So was Cllr Melvin’s year as We are also working with the you will see little change, as behalf, put themselves in front of extremely busy mayoral me to be there. I also attended a Mayor of Hillingdon everything council on a joint approach, neighbourhood, response, danger every day, go the extra mile, Cyear and attended number of groundbreakings for she expected it would be? She particularly intervening early with investigation and safeguarding teams solve crime more than 500 events with her new playgrounds and outdoor concluded: “Being Mayor has been young people to prevent them being still remain in the borough, but for the and lock up consort, husband Andrew. gyms being built across the so much better and busier than I drawn into criminality that can lead Met Police this improves how we criminals. So I She said: “We have been invited borough, providing families anticipated. It’s been the greatest to knife carrying. In schools we operate internally and how we work sign off to so many events across Hillingdon with free outdoor activities to honour to represent Hillingdon continue to educate on the dangers, collaboratively across borough knowing I and it’s been wonderful. Visiting improve health and wellbeing. as Mayor and it has been one and as parents and guardians, the boundaries, as we find criminals don’t leave schools is always a highlight for me Of another notable moment, of the highlights of my life. community has a big role to play in stick to boroughs. Hillingdon and schoolchildren love being invited she said: “I was pleased to attend “I’ve lived in the borough for 22 talking to young people, checking Therefore, this is my last column, as residents in to the Civic Centre in Uxbridge for a the opening of the Battle of Britain years, but over the past year I’ve tour of the Mayor’s Parlour and being coats and bags, and steering young I have now handed over to Chief very safe Bunker Exhibition and Visitor met fantastic people and found taken up to the Council Chamber Centre - the site is a remarkable places I never knew existed. I’ve people away from carrying a knife or Superintendent Paul Martin, who is hands. Colin Wingrove via the Mayor’s special staircase. achievement for the borough. What most enjoyed meeting residents “I’ve enjoyed visiting care homes, I like most about it is that people and young people to talk about talking to older people and joining in with disabilities who have never the history and traditions of our with their activities. It’s a great shame been able to access the original diverse and lovely borough, that so many older people are not underground bunker, via its 76 steps, and that’s what it’s all about.” Local children win ‘Help Aggie the visited more often by friends and can now enjoy a virtual reality family when they go into care, as they experience for themselves Alien’ short story competition award come alive when we go in to visit.” in the new auditorium.” There are many notable events Cllr Melvin also spent time illingdon CCG said a big Natasha Baker, five-time Paralympic thank everyone who took part. and ceremonies that Cllr Melvin raising funds for her three thank you to the nine winners gold medallist for Great Britain, The awards ceremony was well has attended over the past year. chosen charities for the Mayor’s Hof their ‘Help Aggie the who helped them to present the attended by residents in our She said: “One event that sticks out Charity Appeal, including Alien’ short story competition awards. They were also joined by community, and was a fantastic is the unveiling of a huge statue of The Lynda Jackson Macmillan with an awards ceremony at Intu the then Mayor of Hillingdon and opportunity to highlight NHS the iconic HMV dog Nipper on Centre at Mount Vernon shopping centre in Uxbridge Graham Hawkes, Chief Executive services that are available in the newly developed Old Vinyl Cancer Centre and the Halo on Saturday 24 March. for Hillingdon Healthwatch. the borough and when it is the Factory site and it started pouring Foundation in Hillingdon. Cllr The competition was open to Dr Ian Goodman, Chair of right time to use each service.” with rain and the dog didn’t look Melvin has also been raising all children living in Hillingdon Hillingdon CCG, said: “The Stay up to date with all of the particularly happy about it! funds for a new scouting aged between 5 and 10 years old stories were imaginative and latest healthcare news in Hillingdon “I've really enjoyed attending the centre to replace an ageing and asked them to write a short creative and we would like to on www.hillingdonccg.nhs.uk. achievement awards presented to 60-year-old hut for the 1st story about their experience using the army, navy and air force cadets, Northwood Scout Group. an NHS service, or told through the eyes of a fictional character. The nine winners beat almost 180 entrants and survived four nail- biting elimination rounds. Their short stories have been compiled into a book that Aggie the Alien can use to help her look after herself when she arrives on Earth, and is also available in schools and libraries around the borough if you’re not an extra-terrestrial! Hillingdon CCG was delighted to be joined at the ceremony by

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Foster carer Find out about Volunteer for Citizens Advice fostering Changes in how residents can recruitment fair access HCA services CA operated three offices in the borough Come and fi nd out about a career as in Hayes, Uxbridge and Ruislip. H From Wednesday 23 May, the Ruislip office based on Eastcote Road, which was open for drop-in a foster carer with Hillingdon Council and appointments for two days a week, closed. This has been replaced with telephone assessments and online bookings for a telephone call-back, available five days a week, followed by a range of options. For residents in the north of the borough, who may have difficulties using a computer or no computer access, support can also be accessed via libraries, where illingdon Citizens Advice (HCA) offers trained staff can assist customers wanting to book a residents free, independent, confidential and telephone call-back. Himpartial advice and assistance on a range The service at Uxbridge Civic Centre has also been of topics, including benefits, employment, debt expanded to ensure residents are able to access and money, family, health, housing, immigration, support via telephone and in person. It’s particularly consumer affairs and the legal system, to help them easy to contact the bureau via telephone or by with problems and improve policies and practices. The charitable organisation has worked in partnership requesting a call-back online, so you don’t need to with the council since 1994, and also receives leave the comfort of your home. The HCA website is grant funding to provide support to residents. also set to be updated and relaunched, to provide HCA is always looking for voluntary support. Volunteers information on all of the current services and contribute around 16,000 hours to HCA every year volunteering opportunities on offer. in a variety of roles, including receptionists, assessors, advisers, form fillers, research and campaigning and How to contact Citizens Advice administration. New positions are being developed for Book a telephone call-back marketing and website review and content management. Visit www.hillingdoncab.org.uk/Hillingdon.htm and click You do not need previous experience of working on ‘Ask us to phone you.’ Fill in the online form and in an advice agency but they will ensure you have submit it. A telephone assessor will then phone back to an adequate level of numeracy, literacy and spoken make a quick assessment of the enquiry and offer English for the role you’re interested in. Speakers of assistance from a range of services. This is a quick and community languages are also welcome to apply. convenient way to access guidance, as the advice line is open five days a week and call-backs are usually made A volunteer's story the following day. Lucy Oxenham volunteered for HCA for six months as part If you do not have internet access or need help filling of a placement scheme at Brunel University. in the form, all libraries in the north of the borough are Saturday 16 June 10am to 3pm She said: “I was in my third year studying for a Psychology able to give residents assistance with making an online Brunel University (Hamilton Centre), Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH degree and I chose Citizens Advice because I wanted to request for a call-back. work somewhere that allowed me to use a practical By phone understanding of psychology. You can also call 0344 848 7902 between 9.30am and Everyone welcome. No need to book. “Through my work as an assessor, I’ve been able to Some of the benefi ts 3.30pm, Mondays to Fridays. broaden my personal knowledge of benefits, debt and In person Please ring 0800 783 1298 for more details. • Generous allowance of up to other key areas, as well as applying active skills, such as £419.88 per week • Uxbridge Citizens Advice at the Civic Centre on empathy, interviewing and the ability to understand an issue Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays • Be your own boss and work and its effects on a client. I think the greatest benefit is being between 9.30am and 4pm. from home able to help people challenge unfair decisions. • Hayes Citizens Advice at “I thoroughly enjoyed my experience, which enabled me • Excellent training and support Botwell Green Sports and to empower myself and others with knowledge that can • Be a part of a team of Leisure Centre on Tuesday lead to positive change.” and Thursdays between outstanding foster carers 9am and 1pm. If you’d like to apply visit www.hillingdoncab.org.uk/ recruitment.htm to see what roles are available. To register your interest or enquire about roles not i For more information about HCA and its services www.hillingdon.gov.uk/fosteringfair listed, email [email protected] and projects, visit www.hillingdoncab.org.uk i 28 June 2018 June 2018 29 advertisements Are you looking for good quality furniture or electricals? Or do you have some you want to donate? WHAT’S ON ? With summer approaching, For more Hillingdon events or there are lots of events and to advertise your own, visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/whatson For a free and friendly activities on offer in Hillingdon. collection call your nearest branch - open 6 days a week of the golden era of popular £10 per ticket for groups of Fluid hatha yoga open level THEATRE music. This production features 10+. School groups can claim classes to nourish, restore and An Audience with a fantastic new line-up of smash one free ticket for every 10 revitalise the body and mind. Anfield Legends hits spanning the 1950s, 60s and purchased. Pregnancy prenatal yoga also (John Barnes, Jan Molby and 70s, plus more side-splitting comic Book by visiting www. available on Friday evenings. New courses for beginners from 5 June. Sue’s Home Neil Ruddock) sketches, all performed live hillingdontheatres.uk or Cost: From £10. Taster Improvements Wednesday 6 June, 7.30pm on stage! calling 01895 250615. session from £6. The ultimate evening of Anfield Cost: Tickets £28. Compass Theatre Booking is essential for all Trustworthy, professional legends hosted by sports journalist Book online at www.beck classes, visit www.juliana. female decorator and author, Ian Ridley. This theatre.org.uk or call the Box Teletubbies Live We recycle quality unwanted furniture and yoga to book and find out evening will give you a full insight Office on 020 8561 8371. Saturday 30 June to Sunday 1 Property maintenance, electricals. We provide paid employment and more information. into their careers, from previous July, various times training to disadvantaged people and The Stables, Eastcote House painting, decorating, clubs, to putting on the famous The Teletubbies’ first ever theatre excellent quality furniture at fantastic prices Gardens and Light Space bathrooms, minor plumbing red jersey, to representing their Not About Heroes show created especially for your to you. Visit our stores today! Wednesday 27 to Saturday 30 little ones is here! Join Tinky Private Studio (address and electrical work, national country. There will also be supplied upon booking) audience participation, so a lucky June, 7.45pm Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po in day/evenings/weekends. a show full of love and laughter Uxbridge: 01895 256655 few could make it on stage! Proscenium presents this drama Call 07952 244664 Hayes: 020 8 797 9505 Cost: Tickets £33. Concessions by Stephen MacDonald to as they explore the magical world Pilates with Suzy commemorate the end of World of Teletubbyland. Look out for Barton or email www.wearetrinity.org.uk £1.50 off. suecorentin Book online at www.beck War One. Told by means of letters the Tubby Phone, Noo-noo and Tuesdays, 1.30pm to 2.30pm and poetry, this is the story of the the Sun Baby in a fun, bright Improve the way you feel, look and @gmail.com facebook.com/trinityfurniturestore theatre.org.uk or call the Box Office on 020 8561 8371. chance meeting and subsequent and safe world which captures live your life. Pilates exercises focus Beck Theatre relationship between two of young children’s imaginations and on improving posture, core strength the finest Great War poets at encourages them to explore the and flexibility. These classes are Advertising Feature That’ll be the Day Craiglockhart Hospital in 1917. world around them. Suitable for suitable for everyone regardless Monday 18 June, 7.30pm Not About Heroes not only paints children 6 months and up. of age, ability or fitness level. Suzy The UK’s premier Rock 'n' Roll a vivid picture of the war but Cost: Tickets from £16. Various is an ex-British gymnastics squad production returns with another also explores a transformative family offers available. Pilates Foundation trained CYQ chance to see its latest show. friendship between two men. Book online at www.beck Level 3 instructor. 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Stretch-a-cise Bye Bye Baby: A Ltd, Ickenham, by emailing Hog roast and www.rbhcharity.org/Event/ Thursdays, 11am and 12pm celebration of Frankie hillingdonchoralsociety@ chicken fest champagne-picnic-2018. Keep fit for over-60s. Join this Valli and The Four gmail.com or calling Saturday 16 June, 1pm Harefield Hospital session in a fun and friendly social Seasons 020 8582 3694. Facepainting, cream teas and environment for an hour of gentle Thursday 5 July, 7.30pm The Douay Martyrs School delicious cakes, tombola, raffle, Flower and Music keep fit. Returning by popular demand, craft stalls, cakes and preserves Festival Cost: First class free. At your Bye Bye Baby takes you back LEISURE for sale, toy stall, plant sale, Friday 6 July, 2pm to 7pm; second class, you will receive in time on a musical excursion second hand books, magic show, Saturday 7 July, 10.30am to a free booklet with 14 yoga through the career of Frankie Valli Ickenham Festival 2018 origami, ukulele group and 60s 5.30pm and poses for beginners. Each and The Four Seasons. Saturday 9 to Sunday 17 June music and singing. Sunday 8 July, 1pm to 5pm class £4. Just come along. From their early beginning in the During nine days, nearly 100 Cost: Adults and children 12+ The parishioners of St Thomas More For more information call 1950s, this show celebrates their events will be taking place in £10. Children under 12 £5. Church, Eastcote invite you to a 020 8842 0547 or email greatest hits. and around Ickenham, including For more information call flower and music festival reflecting [email protected]. Cost: Tickets £23.50. Groups concerts, shows, performances, 01923 821871. bible stories. Refreshments will be Deane Park Hall 8+ one in eight go free. talks, outdoor theatre, exhibitions, Northwood Methodist Church available each day. Premiere Card holders £19.80. open gardens, sports, competitions, Cost: £4 (pay on the door). Yoga with Maria Book online at www.beck rock bands, local history, nature Eastcote House No need to book; just turn Mondays, 7pm at The Stables, theatre.org.uk or call the Box walks, stand-up comedy, the Grand up. For further information, Office on 020 8561 8371. Duck Race, Gala Day (Saturday 16 Gardens dovecote email bernardjluckhurst@ Sundays, 9.10am at St Helen’s Beck Theatre June), a parade through Ickenham, Tuesdays 19 June, 17 July, 21 btopenworld.com. Sports Centre a musical concert and fireworks. August and 18 September, St Thomas More Church Yoga start and open yoga, a Uxbridge Choral The full programme 1.30pm to 3.30pm. sivananda classical yoga class Society summer is available on www. The 16th century dovecote, one of Meditation allowing you to relax and unwind. concert IckenhamFestival.org.uk or the few surviving examples in the Every second and fourth All welcome. Maria has been Saturday 7 July, 7.30pm Twitter.com/IckFest. country, has been renovated with the Thursday of the month, 7.30pm teaching within the community with legendary singer/songwriter Triple bill of folk music The choir will be singing George Ickenham help of the Heritage Lottery Fund. Feel energised, increase happiness, for more than 20 years. She offers MUSIC Phil Coulter, Donna’s distinctive Thursday 28 June, 8pm Shearing’s Songs and Sonnets from No booking required; just turn up. improve mental clarity and memory an easy introduction to yoga with Elvis Tribute: Garry Foley emotional singing style has drawn Uxbridge Folk Club presents three Shakespeare including soloists Ladies in the Night Cost: Free admission. recall, flush out negative thoughts comparisons with the likes of Eva exciting acts as part of the Arts in Eastcote House Gardens a step by step approach, giving Saturday 9 June, 6.30pm from the choir, Bruckner’s Sacred Walk in aid of Michael and improve physical and mental individual attention to students. Forever Elvis presents this ‘68 Cassidy, Mary Black and Alison Action programme. It includes a Choruses (motets) and some health. Ten minute stress relief Saturday workshops featuring Comeback Special - The Vegas Krauss. seven piece London band, a young lighter pieces. Conducted by Tim Sobell Hospice Champagne Picnic treatment for newcomers. yoga and meditation and a light Years, featuring all the hits from the Cost: Tickets £23. duo from Devon and a singer from Armstrong Taylor. Friday 15 June, 10pm Saturday 29 June, 4pm Cost: Free (voluntary charity nutritious lunch are held at 12pm 50s, 60s and 70s. Book online at www.beck Bermondsey, performing interesting Cost: Adults £12. Children Join Michael Sobell for a sizzling Join patients, staff and friends donations welcomed). at a studio in Bromley Crescent, Cost: Early bird offer of £15. theatre.org.uk or call the Box songs and toe-tapping tunes. under 12 £6. night of summertime fun, laughter of Harefield Hospital for a No booking needed, . Full price ticket £20. Office on 020 8561 8371. Cost: Full price tickets £12. Tickets available from www. and walking as the Ladies in the luxury picnic in their picturesque all welcome. For more Cost: £8 a class for block For more information Beck Theatre Members £10. Students £4. uxbridgechoralsociety, any Night Walk challenge returns with grounds. The NHS is turning information contact Alexandra booking or £12 to drop-in. and to book visit www. To book visit www.wegot choir member or on the door. a carnival twist. 70 this July and their picnic is Barrett on alexandrabarrett@ £30 for workshops. foreverelvispromotions.com. The Illegal Eagles tickets.com/event/422028, St. Margaret’s Church Pound the streets for one amazing the perfect opportunity to help me.com or call 07753 349024. For more information call Winston Thursday 21 June, 7.30pm email uxbridgefolk@ night in aid of the charity. Choose celebrate the achievements of The Stables, Eastcote House Maria on 07940 722907. This Eagles tribute returns, blueyonder.co.uk or call Peter Hillingdon Choral from a new 10-mile or 5.5-mile this invaluable service, as well Gardens The Stables, Eastcote House Donna Taggart promising more of their trademark on 07985 018317. Society: A night at the route. Ladies, men, children as to show appreciation towards Gardens and St Helen’s Saturday 9 June, 7.30pm musical prowess, acute attention Uxbridge Folk Club musicals and four-legged friends are all their dedicated staff. Listen to Outdoor arts events Sports Centre Back from the USA after touring to detail, and incredible Saturday 7 July, 7.30pm welcome. live music, bring a blanket and Fortnightly on Wednesday showmanship. The show features Summer Serendipity Enjoy an evening of toe-tapping Cost: Entry is £25 per adult or relax outside, while enjoying a afternoons from 20 June Hotel California, Take it to the Saturday 30 June, 7.30pm medleys from West End musicals, £10 per child (under 16). picnic, glass of fizz and pleasant Free circus act, dance and Limit, Life in the Fast Lane, Take Hillingdon U3A Singers perform Guys and Dolls, Fiddler on the Roof For more information and company. All proceeds will go acrobatic performances suitable for It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado and music to celebrate the female and more. Conducted by Peter J to register visit www. directly towards the Harefield all ages to enjoy. plenty more! voice from a variety of composers, Williams. michaelsobellhospice.co.uk Transplant Appeal. Cost: Free. Cost: Tickets £26.50. including Fauré and Glenn Miller, Cost: Tickets are £12 for or call 020 3826 2367. After Cost: £15. For more information about Book online at www.beck with a good helping of Broadway adults and £3 for children. Monday 11 June, you can sign Contact: To book call Sallinder each scheduled act visit theatre.org.uk or call the Box musical tunes. Part of the Arts Available to purchase from up on the day for £35. Rai on 01895 828820, email hayesoutdoor.org.uk. Office on 020 8561 8371. in Action programme. Musical Pro Music International Michael Sobell Hospice [email protected] or visit High Point Village Beck Theatre Director, Francis Marchal. Cost: £8 (includes light Hillingdon refreshments). Philharmonic Orchestra Tickets are available on the presents its Summer door or by calling Eastcote House Gardens The Douay Martyrs School St. Margaret’s Church Concert - Sponsor a 020 8866 4572. VENUES Field End Road, Eastcote, HA5 2QS Edinburgh Drive, Ickenham, Windsor Street, Uxbridge, UB8 1AB movement! Christ Church Saturday 23 June, 7.30pm Beck Theatre Harefield Hospital Uxbridge, UB10 8QY St. Mary's Church Favourite symphonic and concerto Eastcote and Ruislip Grange Road, Hayes, UB3 2UE Hill End Road, Harefield, UB9 6JH The Stables 9 The Fairway, South Ruislip, HA4 0SP movements selected and sponsored Choral Society summer Manor Farm, Bury Street, Ruislip, by the audience, including music concert Christ Church High Point Village St Thomas More Church by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, HA4 7SU Saturday 30 June, 7.30pm Redford Way, Belmont Road, Station Approach, Hayes, UB3 4BX 32 Field End Road, Eastcote, Bellini and Rachmaninov. Joseph Horowitz Summer Sunday Uxbridge, UB8 1SZ St Helen’s Sports Centre HA5 2QT Cost: Tickets £12 (Concessions and George Shearing’s Shakespeare Michael Sobell Hospice £10. Children 11 to 16 £5. Green Lane, Northwood, HA6 1AF Sonnets. Interval refreshments. The Compass Theatre Gate 3, Mount Vernon Hospital, Uxbridge Folk Club Children under 11 free of charge) choir meets every Tuesday between Glebe Avenue, Ickenham, St Lawrence Church Uxbridge Royal Naval Association, Call 01895 674223 to reserve 8pm and 10pm and new members Northwood, WD3 1PZ Bridle Road, Eastcote, HA5 2SJ 388b Long Lane, Hillingdon, tickets or purchase them from are welcome. UB10 8PD Northwood Methodist Pro Music International Ltd, Cost: £12. Under-12s free. St. Edmund’s Church UB10 9PG Ickenham. Tickets will also be Tickets available on the door Deane Park Hall Church available on the door. Find out or by calling 01923 822553. For Long Drive, South Ruislip, 30 Oaklands Gate, Northwood, Pinner Road, Northwood Hills, Winston Churchill Theatre, more at www.hillingdonphil. more information visit www. HA4 0HS HA6 3AA HA6 1QS Manor Farm, Pinn Way, Ruislip, HA4 7QL btck.co.uk eastcote-ruislip-choral.org. St. Mary's Church St. Edmund’s Church

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