WITH Properties from the area’s IN top sales & lettings agents A Bigger, Better, Brighter Read LIVING From Page 13 Vol. 14 Issue 4 June 2016 www.livingwithin.com Wood in wonderland after Wentworth win Hospice builds Man Shed Englishman Chris Wood landed the Karlberg had finished several hours “When I played my first practice round myself. There are a few things to work biggest win of his career at the BMW PGA earlier, a wonderful seven under par on Tuesday, it felt so tough. It’s a really on and it’s a work in progress. There are Championship after a dramatic final round 65, which included a hole-in-one at the tough golf course, so to be able to do this on glimpses of really good, and then there’s at Wentworth Club. second, propelling him up the leaderboard a Sunday, I’m very thrilled. I didn’t really obviously little sections that are very bad. I “It’s amazing. It’s so hard to put into as several of his competitors went the see the leaderboard or anything but I knew think a couple of weeks off before the US words at the moment. I’ve got my best other way – Hend and Lee Westwood we were going to be up there by the time I Open is going to do me some good. friends, my fiancé, my family here and it is both dropping to tied 15th after respective reached the 12th hole.” “Looking at the scores now, we could so, so special to win in front of them. The rounds of 78 and 76. Masters Champion Danny Willett, who have made it really close [in the final first time I played here I was leading by a Karlberg said he was a little bit tired in the had a share of the lead at the halfway point, round} if we could’ve got going and put couple going into the final day and had a final round: “It’s a tough course and takes took third place thanks to a closing 71. the foot down, but we just had too many bad day, finished sixth, but you look back a lot out of you. I started with a bogey and Willett said: “The game’s not been there. mistakes. Top five is all right but obviously Page 22 on experiences like that think it probably thought, ‘oh well’, but then I hit a great I’ve been working hard. I’m still struggling you’re working hard to try to win.” did me some good,” Wood said. shot on the second that went straight in the with a couple of shots, like on the back Frenchmen Julien Quesne (72) and The 28 year old started the day three hole. I got pumped up after that and just nine where the fade doesn’t quite work, Romain Wattel (70) shared fourth with Royal Ascot shots off the lead held by Scott Hend, but rode that wave. I’m trying to hit a draw and double crossed South African Thomas Aiken (72). a spectacular six under par front nine of 29 – comprising an eagle, four birdies and 8 - 9 four pars - coupled with stuttering starts from the leaders sent him four shots clear around the turn. “When you get off to a start like I did, you know that you’re vying,” Wood said. “It’s very difficult because you’ve just got to try to keep doing the same things. I had a text from Paul, my former coach who is helping me now, to say ‘67 tomorrow, that’s your number’. I was on course for that, but you’ll take whatever score wins.” His lead was whittled down to one by the time he stood on the 18th tee after bogeys at the 14th, 16th and 17th, but he safely parred the par five last for a 69, which left him one stroke ahead of Swede Rikard Karlberg. “In the final round, he didn’t look at any leaderboard. “That was one of my targets, whatever the situation was. It was all going really nicely. I didn’t really hit a bad shot. When you get the wind playing in on the last five or six holes here, it’s quite tough,” SPRING SEASON AT THE ROSE 20 - 21

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Remarriage will automatically revoke an existing Will. Therefore it is crucial to as a major global brand make a new Will either shortly before you get married, which is expressed to be in contemplation of that marriage, or as soon as possible afterwards. If you die without a Will the intestacy provisions dictate who will benefit from your estate and in what A book by Royal Holloway marketing expert and cultural significance in the present day. Using proportions and may result in children from a previous marriage not inheriting as you Pauline Maclaran, Royal Fever, examines the fieldwork conducted from 2005 to 2014, Royal would wish them to. British Royal Family and consumer culture. Fever explores the myriad interactions between With co-author Cele C Otnes of the University consumer culture and the Royal Family, exploring To protect children from a previous marriage it is possible to include a trust in your of Illinois, Professor Maclaran takes a fascinating collectors, commemorative objects, fashion, Will to balance the need to provide for your current spouse with safeguarding journey through tourism, popular culture and historic sites, media products, Royal brands, and your children’s inheritance. Your new spouse would have the right to the use and memorabilia to create a portrait of the major tourist experiences. Taking a case study approach, enjoyment of your assets for their lifetime but on their death those assets will pass global brand that is the British monarchy. the book looks at both producer and consumer outright to your children. A Will can therefore be an indispensable tool in protecting In 2011, an estimated 2.4 billion people across perspectives, from the organisers of ‘Royal’ tours your assets when entering a second marriage and ensuring that your wealth passes the globe watched the wedding of Prince William to a woman who boasts a collection of over 10,000 in accordance with your wishes. and Catherine Middleton on television. Now, as the pieces of Royal Family trinkets. UK and countries in the Commonwealth prepare Pauline Maclaran is Professor of Marketing & to celebrate The Queen’s 90th birthday in June Consumer Research in the School of Management www.barlowrobbins.com 2016, the authors shine a light on contemporary at Royal Holloway. Her research focuses on obsession with celebrity, fame and lineage. cultural aspects of contemporary consumption, law was changed to cap the amount of income In existence for more than a thousand years, particularly in relation to gender issues, as well tax relief that an individual can set against the British Monarchy brand continues to shape as fantasy retail environments and how the built their total income but this is still a valuable consumer behaviour and maintain its economic environment mediates social relationships. TAXING relief for a business in its early stages. The limit is the greater of £50,000 or 25% of the individual’s ‘adjusted total income’ for the tax Study to be launched looking at potential TIMES year. For example, if you have been employed for a number of years prior to commencing the business then losses arising from the business of rail link from Heathrow to the south can, within the limits, be used against the employment income which will result in a Plans have been put in place to launch a study to for the benefits it will bring for commuters and the refund of tax originally paid on the salary. If examine the possibility of creating a rail link to county’s £37 billion economy. you were a higher rate tax payer and lets say Heathrow from the south of England. Surrey County Council’s Cabinet Member for the loss was £10,000 then this would equate to The news comes after a Network Rail report Environment and Planning Mike Goodman said: a £4,000 refund which will be very helpful for a suggested there was a strong case for a new route “Good transport links are vital for economic new business. connecting Heathrow, which opened on 31 May growth. 1946 as London Airport, to Waterloo, Guildford "Thousands of people travel to Heathrow from with Graham Jennings A limited company does offer the owner and Basingstoke – generally referred to by the Surrey every day, whether it’s to go to work or ‘limited liability’ and consideration needs to industry as ‘southern rail access’. fly for business or pleasure. But rail links to the Q: I am planning to start my own business but be given to whether that is important to you. Last year the authority called for a new rail airport from the county are poor and Surrey’s I am uncertain as to whether to start as a sole The compliance of running a company is more service to Waterloo from the airport via Staines roads are among the country’s busiest. That’s why trader or set up a Limited company. There are onerous than a sole trader and inevitably costs and improved rail access to Heathrow was we have decided to launch this study, irrespective going to be quite a lot of start up costs and I do more in accountant’s fees and so another previously identified in the council’s rail strategy of whether Heathrow expands." not expect to make many sales for the first few reason to go the sole trader route in the early as key to helping boost economic growth. Arup has been commissioned to write the report, years and therefore I will have losses. What years. Surrey County Council has already thrown its which is expected to be published by the summer, should I do? weight behind the Crossrail 2 project and called and discussions are now taking place about the key Once the business is establisehed and for full electrification of the North Downs Line areas it should cover. A: Whilst there are numerous considerations making profits there may then be tax benefits other than tax I will concentrate on the taxation in transferring the business to a Limited considerations here. A Limited company that company. There is some administrative work sustains losses can ‘carry forward’ those losses in incorporating at a later date but it is not too and offset them against future profits of the onerous. company. This is good news but should the venture not take off as expected and a decision Any reader interested in discussing this topic further LIVING WITHIN is made to later close the company then the can telephone Graham Jennings on 01344 875000. losses would be lost when the company is Send your taxation and accounting queries to 01276 858750 closed. Graham Jennings, Kirk Rice LLP, The Courtyard, High Street, Ascot SL5 7HP [email protected] This situation should be contrast with that Email [email protected]. of a sole trader. Losses incurred in the first four tax years of trading may be carried back, Please note: answers are given for general guidance D3B Fairoaks • Chobham • Surrey GU24 8HU up to the previous three tax years and set off only and specific advice should be taken before against general income. From April 2013 the acting on any of the suggestions made. June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 3 Do you know the whereabouts of these treasured World War One medals?

The police are appealing for the public’s help in tracking down four World War One campaign medals. The medals were reported stolen from an address in Seale Lane in Farnham on Monday 11 April while the owner was in respite care. They belong to the owner’s late grandfather and hold significant sentimental value. One is a victory medal from World War One and another (red, white and green) is a very special medal awarded by the Italian Government. Detective Sergeant Andy Greaves from West Surrey Criminal Investigation Department: “I am urging anybody who has seen the medals or knows of their whereabouts to get in touch with us. “We would love to be able to find these and return them in one piece - They may not be worth much money but they are priceless to the owner and his family.” Anybody with any information should call 101 quoting 45160029229.

Ascot High Street takes another step towards redevelopment

The redevelopment of the Ascot High Street area moved a step forward at the end of May with the “This is about taking announcement of plans to press ahead with the creation of a development plan for the architectural the plan to rejuvenate firm working on the brief. Once created, this plan will be submitted to the Royal Borough of Windsor Ascot High Street to and Maidenhead for adoption. The work will include a High Street Traffic Management Plan and research into the best way the next stage.” to create a sustainable new community centre. This is in line with community feedback on the - Alastair Warwick, Chief Operating Officer at Ascot Claremont Fan Court School need to improve traffic flow and also the desire for An independent co-educational school for pupils aged 2½ to 18 years a community centre. It will be funded Alastair Warwick, Chief Operating Officer by a group of key stakeholders in the project: The at Ascot, said: "This is about taking the plan to Crown Estate, Ascot Racecourse Limited, Bloor rejuvenate Ascot High Street to the next stage. Homes (responsible for the Car Park 5a area) and The neighbourhood plan will influence how Ascot Central Car Parks Ltd (Car Park 5). Ascot, Sunninghill and Sunningdale develops The architects, Adam Architecture, will create over the next 15 years and we are determined to Open Morning the brief, working closely with the Prince’s get it right, which is why we have put the Prince’s Foundation for Building Community, which Foundation at the forefront of representing the Whole School created the original vision for the redeveloped community’s view of the original vision. To that High Street in 2013. In May 2014, the Royal end, I am delighted that our area’s plan received Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead formally a record breaking 91% approval rating from the Friday 17 June 9.30am - 11.30am adopted the local community of Ascot, Sunninghill public in the adoption referendum, enabling the Introductory talk at 9.30am and Sunningdale’s plan for the development of the stakeholders involved to move forward quickly Ascot High Street area. with a unified strategy.” Prospective families are very welcome to attend.

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Al Murray Carnival The Pub Landlord Capers The extremely Virginia Water’s funny and very big annual summer much in demand, Al event. Organised Murray returns to by a sub-committee Stand Up By Royal of the Virginia Appointment with a Water Community tour preview show. Association, Get tickets fast as last time Al was here Carnival Capers brings local residents, he sold out very quickly! Sunday 19 June organisations and charities for a fun- 8.00pm. Theatre Royal Windsor. Telephone packed afternoon. Saturday 25 June 01753 853 888Telephone 0844 858 6767 Cabrera Green, Virginia Water June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 5 Kingston artists prepare to open studios

For the sixth year running, artists all over Kingston will be opening their homes and studios to the public in June. Right now they will be tidying up and putting the finishing touches to their work - ready for the two open weekends on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 June, and Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June. This year there will be over 70 painters, printmakers, photographers, sculptors, ceramicists, textile artists, glass artists, and many others, taking part. Open Studios is a growing national movement, with towns all over the UK taking part at different points in the year, and is an opportunity for ther artists to share what prestigious Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy, they do with each other - and of course the general so as well as something you would love on your wall public. Often working alone in their studios for most you may even be buying a future investment! of the year, it’s great to spend two relaxing weekends 2016 is the biggest event yet, with 13 different sharing ideas and meeting customers. It is also an venues opening their doors, including a ‘taster opportunity to show a wider range of work than they exhibition’ throughout the week of June 11th, held in can in fairs and galleries, where space is limited. the upstairs art space at Cass Art, in Kingston town Most of the artists sell their work and take centre. Providing you live in the area, you will receive commissions, and much of it is surprisingly affordable. a flyer through your door, or alternatively you can pick You can buy a unique work of art - preferably for up a catalogue at Kingston museum, the library, Cass yourself – from a few pounds for cards and ceramics, Art, Pullingers or one of the many cafes around town. to several hundred for original paintings. Some of A trail map is included, or can be downloaded from the artists also sell their "seconds" and old work off www.kingstonartistsopenstudios.co.uk/show cheaply. So, go and see the artists - if you visit at least four Many of the artists are very successful, taking part venues, you’re in with a chance to win £100 worth in major exhibitions all over the world, including the of art.

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Byeong Hun An, Jamie Redknapp and eight year old Jamie Sach Masters Champion Danny Willett was presented recognised like this is very special. Winning a with honorary life membership of the European Major Championship is obviously great itself, but Byeong Hun An and Jamie Redknapp combined to do it with Ben, who is the reigning champion. Tour when nearly 100 players gathered at it is also everything that comes with it." to win the inaugural ISPS HANDA Pressure It’s great to raise this money for Cancer the BMW PGA Championship Reception at Defending champion Byeong Hun An of Korea Putt Showdown on the eve of the BMW PGA Research UK Kids &Teens as well. It is a great Wentworth. also received two awards at the reception – the Championship, but the real star of the show was charity to give it to." Willett, who was preparing to make his first Sir Henry Rookie of the Year and the Challenge eight year old Jamie Sach who helped the pair to An said: "Jamie did well to keep us in it, then UK appearance since his wonderful victory at Tour Graduate of the Year – in recognition of his victory in front of a live TV audience. the other Jamie stepped in, so I didn’t really Augusta National in April, was given his silver brilliant maiden season in 2015. Junior golfer Jamie, who plays at Frinton have much to do until that last one. It was one of membership card by European Tour Chief He said: "When I play the course, I feel really Park Golf Club, was called upon as An and the highlights of this week. Everyone seemed to Executive Keith Pelley. comfortable and I know where to hit and where Redknapp’s ‘mulligan’ after the duo each enjoy the competition too, which is great." Willett said: "It's a great honour to receive to not hit. It feels a bit different from going to missed from 18ft in the knockout competition Young Jamie added: "I’ve been playing for six (honorary life membership). I found out a couple other events, being defending champion and involving eight teams consisting of professionals years and I play in competitions at Frinton, so of weeks ago that I was going to get it. It’s amazing seeing my face everywhere. I feel really relaxed. and their celebrity partners. my putting is pretty good. I was nervous at first to be recognised by peers and the European Tour The win was definitely life-changing. It got me The youngster showed no nerves as he calmly but then I had my first go in the competition and and by everyone. Everything that has happened into a lot of events and boosted my confidence rolled in the pressure putt to keep defending I knew it wasn’t nerve-racking, so I enjoyed it." over the last couple of months just makes you that I could compete, and I did well in the Final BMW PGA Champion An and former England The other teams competing in the ISPS realise exactly what you have achieved. The Series last year. I was 133rd in the world before footballer Redknapp in the competition, and HANDA Pressure Putt Showdown were: former European Tour is like a massive family, so to be this week last year, and I’m 25th right now." he celebrated in style by being hoisted in the air US Open Champion McDowell and legendary by Redknapp, Shane Lowry and the other on- jockey AP McCoy; two-time Major Champion looking players. Martin Kaymer and former Ladies European With rugby player Keith Wood and his partner Tour player Henni Zuel, who now a Sky Sports Get set for the Damon Hill Karting Lowry also holing from 18ft, the showdown pundit; Ryder Cup star Thomas Bjørn and went to a play-off involving WGC-Bridgestone former England footballer Robbie Fowler; Invitational champion Lowry and An, with the David Howell and Australian cricketer Shane Challenge at Sandown Park in June latter successfully holing from 15ft to claim the Warne; Seve Benson and ex-England rugby £10,000 charity prize for his team. The money player Mike Tindall; and Ricardo Gouveia, the will be split equally between the International 2015 Challenge Tour Number One, and his The Damon Hill Karting Challenge 2016 will be Golf Federation and official charity of the BMW partner, presenter Georgie Bingham. taking place at Daytona Sandown Park in June. PGA Championship, Cancer Research UK Kids The ISPS HANDA Pressure Putt Showdown Last year’s event saw over 150 drivers in & Teens. will take place at three more events during the 35 teams take part in the two and a half hour Redknapp had actually missed the very first 2016 Race to Dubai. challenge pitting their wits against one another. As putt of the contest, which involved the teams well as professional racing drivers and celebrities, attempting to hole-out from increasing distances teams were made up of competitive businesses starting at three feet, with each team having one Seniors & and individuals from throughout the south. mulligan available if they both missed – a putt Damon himself raced and was joined by Alex taken by one of four schoolchildren. After An Super Seniors Open Lynn of Williams GP2 and F1 and the reigning saved his team from elimination in the opening 18 Hole 3 Ball GP3 champion, Ollie Millroy GT racing driver for experience days up for grabs, raising much needed round, the pair went on to claim a hard-fought Team Stableford AAI Motorsports and stunt driver for the latest funds for the halow project, a Surrey based charity victory and they were quick to thank the ‘third Competition played Mission Impossible movie and Graham Hill, world helping young adults with a learning disability. team member’, young Jamie. class karter and IAME X30 International Masters You can join Damon Hill OBE this year on "I was so nervous taking that first putt," from the yellow tees. Champion 2014. Together they formed our All Wednesday 22 June and help put young people said Redknapp, who played for Liverpool and Open to amateur Stars team giving other competitors a thrilling with a learning disability in the driving seat. Tottenham Hotspur and now works as a football members of opportunity to challenge their driving skills For any other enquiries on the event contact pundit on Sky Sports. "The last thing you want recognised golf clubs compared to the professionals and a former world Hannah or Diane of the Fundraising Team on to do is miss, and I did that, but I knew I had the with a playing Handicap of 23 or below. champion. 01483 447 960. Once you have registered your main man with me, and also this little guy, my Wednesday 13 July Everyone enjoyed a great afternoon’s karting team and paid your fees we will send further man Jamie, who made a massive clutch putt for Mill Ride Golf Club, Ascot and to top it all off, in the evening there was a fun- information for the day and the pre-event us to keep us in it. Telephone 01344 891494 packed auction with motorsport memorabilia and registration process. "It was brilliant fun and obviously an honour June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 7 Lynwood Fete & Ignition Vintage Vehicle Rally Dance Festival SPRING SEASON AT THE ROSE Hundreds of dazzling Selected from a FAMILY SHOWS AT THE ROSE vintage and classic national competition, vehicles will depart six of the UK’s finest Ascot Racecourse on choreographers TOAST a 20 mile public rally. present new work THE BATTLE These vehicles will be under one theme - the main attraction Dis-order: Adazzling for the Lynwood Summer Fete. display pf inspiring dance from award Saturday 25 June winning choreographers and special guests. OF BOAT Broomhall Rec, Sunningdale Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 July Telephone 01344 293 137 Rose Theatre, Kingston A new musical from the National Youth Music Theatre Royal Salute Coronation Cup 2016 Thu 11 - Sat 13 Aug

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The date has been set and tickets are now on sale for this year’s Royal Salute Coronation Cup. The England Polo Team will take on The Commonwealth on Saturday 23 July at Guards Polo Club, Windsor Great Park in hope of retaining the much sought after trophy. Showcasing the very best of this fast- paced sport, it will be a quintessential day of sporting action and entertainment with some of the world’s leading international players competing for the winning title. General Admission prices start from £20. Telephone 01784 437 797

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The wearing of Bowler Hats by the Ascot Stewards Lock, to design a close-fitting, low crowned hat. Royal Ascot is a unique, stand alone event in is one of the most endearing and defining sights of William stressed that the hat must be extra strong; the sporting and social calendar and dressing Ascot, and not just at the Royal Meeting. Ironically, in order to protect his gamekeepers’ heads from accordingly is part of the experience. Once again, a given that the tradition is now so proudly protected low hanging branches, while out horse riding. The Style Guide has been produced for visitors, aimed at and maintained by the longer serving stewards, relationship with horse riding and bowler hats is bringing the wording to life. the dress instruction was introduced as an attempt continued at Ascot. to address slipping standards and met with threats Having approved the original ‘Coke’ hat, William of a strike when bought in, in the 1950s. started the trend and today the Bowler hat, named FULL DRESS CODE There are many theories as to why Holkham’s after the Bowler brothers who designed the The dress code set out below is designed to help gamekeepers first came to wear ‘Bowler’ or ‘Coke’ original, is still going strong. racegoers to dress appropriately for the occasion. hats, as they were commonly known in Norfolk. There is no doubt that Holkham’s present team The original story is that in August 1849, William of keepers wear the ‘Coke’ hat with as much pride Please note that a different dress code applies for Coke, a nephew of the first Earl of Leicester of the today. The privilege of wearing a traditional bowler each enclosure. second creation, commissioned his hatter James hat is earned after one year’s service at Holkham. ROYAL ENCLOSURE Ladies Ladies are kindly reminded that formal day wear is QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE Royal Ascot to be televised live in US a requirement in the Royal Enclosure, defined as Ladies follows: Ladies within the main Grandstand enclosure are encouraged to dress in a manner as befits a formal • Dresses and skirts should be of modest length occasion. Ladies are kindly asked to take particular Royal Ascot will be broadcast live in the United with Royal Ascot to bring to the US audience live defined as falling just above the knee or longer. note of the following: States from 2017. coverage of an event that the millions of Americans • Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or At least 15 hours coverage will be streamed who enjoy our Triple Crown and Breeders’ Cup greater. • A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all each year on NBC Sports Live Extra, NBC Sports telecasts will be sure to enjoy." • Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses times. Group’s live streaming product for desktops, and tops underneath should still comply with the • Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not mobile devices, tablets, and connected TVs. Royal Enclosure dress code. permitted. Juliet Slot, Commercial Director at Ascot • Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full • Trousers must be full length and worn with a top said: "Active management of who we partner length and of matching material and colour. that adheres to the guidelines above (i.e. strapless or with for broadcast is of great importance to • Hats should be worn; a headpiece which has a base sheer strap tops are not permitted). us. Our aim is to grow the attraction of the of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable • Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses Royal Meeting to international broadcasters as an alternative to a hat. and tops underneath should still comply with the and audiences. This will help us to continue Grandstand Admission dress code. to invest in our racing trust, including prize Ladies are kindly asked to note the following: • Midriffs must be covered. money, facilities and quality of experience. • Shorts are not permitted. "The NBC agreement will allow us to bring Royal • Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti Ascot to a mainstream American audience who will straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch Gentlemen enjoy watching their horses take on the best of the (2.5cm) are not permitted. Gentlemen are required to wear a suit with a shirt and British and a range of top horses from across the • Midriffs must be covered. tie. globe alongside the unique fashions and pageantry • Fascinators are not permitted in the Royal Enclosure; of the event." neither are headpieces which do not have a base Children Royal Ascot is one of the world’s most prestigious covering a sufficient area of the head (4 inches / 10cm). Girls (17 or under) should be dressed for a formal race meetings, attracting some of the world’s finest occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested. racehorses to compete for more than £6.5m million Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are in prize money. Gentlemen not compulsory. Jon Miller, President of Programming for NBC Gentlemen are kindly reminded that it is a Sports and NBCSN, said: "We are excited to work requirement to wear either black or grey morning Boys aged (13-17) should wear a suit or jacket with a dress which must include: shirt and a tie. Younger boys (12 or under) should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket • A waistcoat and tie (no cravats) or tie. Record overseas entry for Royal Ascot • A black or grey top hat • Black shoes All Royal Enclosure compliant attire is welcome in the Grandstand. A record number of overseas entries from eight countries feature among a total of 394 entries for the A gentleman may remove his top hat within a eight Group One highlights at Royal Ascot in June this year. restaurant, a private box, a private club or that WINDSOR ENCLOSURE There are 164 overseas entries in all, as against a previous best of 156 in 2013, including a record 35 facility’s terrace, balcony or garden. Hats may also be Whilst racegoers are encouraged to wear smart from outside Europe (previous highest 27 in 2011). removed within any enclosed external seating area clothes, no formal dress code applies in the Silver There is representation from Ireland (81), France (44), the USA (18 – the highest ever level – previous within the Royal Enclosure Garden. Ring except that replica sports shirts are not highest 13 in 2011), Australia (9), Germany (4), Hong Kong (4), Japan (2) and Singapore (2), plus 230 permitted. British-trained entries. The customisation of top hats (with, for example, Nick Smith, Director of Racing and Communications at Ascot, said: "It is gratifying to see numbers coloured ribbons or bands) is not permitted in the GENERAL up generally and record international entries, but what really counts in the later respect is quality and Royal Enclosure. Fancy dress, novelty and branded/promotional spread." clothing is not allowed on site. Ascot Racecourse "Our thanks naturally go to all the owners and trainers with entries at Royal Ascot, for whom a warm Children (admitted on Friday and Saturday only) recognises that there may be instances where a welcome awaits," he added. Girls (aged 10-16) should be dressed for a formal degree of discretion is required in determining occasion. Smartsummer dresses are suggested. compliance with our dress code. In such instances, Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are reasonable judgement will be exercised. not compulsory. Ascot enclosures renamed DRESS CODE ASSISTANTS Boys (aged 10-16) should either dress in accordance For more than 300 years, the patronage of 12 The Queen Anne Enclosure has replaced with the gentlemen’s dress code (as set out above); or ROYAL ENCLOSURE AND GRANDSTAND monarchs has made Ascot truly special. Ascot was Grandstand Enclosure at Royal Ascot and alternatively may wear a dark-coloured lounge suit delighted to recognise this in April by renaming its Grandstand Admission at 21 other racedays. with a shirt and tie (whereupon no For the fifth year, a specially trained team of enclosures in honour of two of them, King Edward It was while riding out from Windsor Castle in hat is required). Dress Code Assistants will be on hand outside the VII and Queen Anne. 1711 that Queen Anne first saw the land at Ascot racecourse to help visitors with any last minute Premier Admission is now known as the King had potential for horseracing. Inspired by what Overseas Visitors concerns over their attire and provide helpful Edward VII Enclosure. The eldest son and second she had discovered, the inaugural event – Her Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal suggestions. child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert reigned Majesty’s Plate – was held here, upon her request, National Dress of their country or Service Dress. for nine years between 1901 and his death in 1910. that very same year. A selection of waistcoats, ties, pashminas and However his love of Horse Racing and especially At Royal Ascot, the Silver Ring will be renamed Serving Military Personnel other items will be available for purchase at the Ascot was well-known long before he came to the the Windsor Enclosure, as a nod to the racecourse’s Serving military personnel are welcome to wear turnstiles for those who need them. throne. location in within Windsor Forest. Service Dress or equivalent. June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 9 Royal Ascot 2016 ROYAL ASCOT IN NUMBERS Angus steaks; 89,000 bottles of mineral water and of the new Royal Enclosure Stand. None more so than 42,000 bottles of wine. DID YOU KNOW... the old lady who sent the Authority £1 because she was so distressed to hear of the course’s bad luck. The 45,000 guests taking afternoon tea last year Since Queen Anne founded Ascot Racecourse back Duke of Norfolk, Her Majesty’s Representative at the consumed 1,000 kilos of clotted cream along with in 1711, a further 11 monarchs have acceded to the time, responded with equal magnanimity, thanking 50,000 macaroons, 30,000 chocolate éclairs and British throne. the lady and inviting her to a day’s racing. 7,000 punnets of berries.

Mrs Gertrude Shilling was undeniably the premier In the days before actors were allowed in the Royal Across 88 bars and restaurants, a record 160,000 indefatigable sartorial dame of Ascot (nicknamed The Enclosure, King Edward VII asked the actor Charles rounds of drinks were served in 2015. Ascot Mascot), but she has met with competition from Hawtrey if he would be seeing him at Royal Ascot. all over the world, including in 1976 when Australia’s Hawtrey explained that rules prevented it, whereupon Attendance at Royal Ascot in 2015 was 293,303 If you stacked the loaves of bread served on top of each Dame Edna Everage, alias Barry Humphries, attended the King took it upon himself personally to send (285,831 in 2014). Queen Anne Encl;osure capacity other, they were taller than the BT Tower in 2015! with a four foot Sydney Opera House perched on “her” Hawtrey the necessary badge. When Ascot came, has been phased down by 5,000 since 2011. 25,000 head. Following the successes of Choisir, Takeover Hawtrey entered the Enclosure to the great surprise of ticket holders were previously using the area and There are 175 stable boxes at Ascot Racecourse to Target, Miss Andretti, Scenic Blast and Black Caviar Lord Churchill, His Majesty’s Representative at Ascot, the maximum on any given day now is 20,000. accommodate an average of 100 runners per day on the track, Royal Ascot is as much an institution in who said: “I don’t remember sending you a badge.” Additionally 1,000 of those ticket holders actually use but the boxes are nearly always full with runners Australia as at home these days, but back then Dame Hawtrey explained that this was not surprising as he The Furlong Club, the private Grandstand upgrade for the next day’s racing (approximately 60) also Edna said to the assembled press that she: “wasn’t hadn’t – “King Edward did!” area. Windsor Enclosure capacity has been phased accommodated. 700 bales of shavings and 500 bales aware it was a racing event until the other day. I always down from 24,000 to 20,000 in tandem. The combined of paper are used for stable bedding over the week. thought it was an exhibition of gas water heaters!” It is said that when Queen Anne was in residence at effect is an enhanced experience for ticket holders. Windsor Castle, she imported a large quantity of green Approximately 400 helicopters and 600 limos Viscount Churchill was appointed as the first velour material from France, in which she dressed her All 30 races at Royal Ascot will be shown live on descend on Royal Ascot every year. sovereign’s representative at Ascot in 1901. He is “Yeoman Prickers,” who were armed with pikes to Channel 4 and Racing UK and, through Pitch reputed to have taken personal charge of vetting move people out of the way at the races! That particular International and GBI Racing, pictures are distributed There are 2,400 cleaners working on a 24-hour cycle applications for entrance into the Royal Enclosure, practice doesn’t sit comfortably with the modern day to approximately 200 countries worldwide. Such is the during the week and there are 300 mobile toilet sorting letters into three baskets marked ‘Certainly’ customer service ethic but the outfits are remembered relevance of Royal Ascot in Australia that the meeting facilities installed temporarily for the week. ‘Perhaps’ and ‘Certainly Not.’ Viscount Churchill with today’s “Greencoats”, the ceremonial guard for is shown on terrestrial television there on Channel 7. loved this task and became notorious for recognising The Queen at Ascot, wearing the livery. 25,000 people signed into Ascot’s free wifi at last faces in the Royal Enclosure and challenging those 330 Chefs will work across 12 restaurants and the 214 year’s Royal Meeting and 30,000 tweets were logged who should not be there. For this purpose he was In the early 1920s, Lord Lonsdale drove every day private boxes at Royal Ascot 2016, providing 35,000 using the hashtag #RoyalAscot. Over Royal Ascot granted special access to the Divorce Registry, as those from his rented house adjoining the Winkfield Road covers. 2015, over 5.5 million posts, check ins and likes were on it were not permitted access to the Royal Enclosure. crossing, up the High Street to the racecourse entrance recorded on Ascot’s Facebook page. with outriders, drivers and footmen, all wearing his At Royal Ascot 2015 racegoers enjoyed 51,000 bottles Many people were sympathetic to the Ascot Authority distinctive yellow livery. The proceedings were so of champagne; 160,000 glasses of Pimms; 131,000 In 2015, Ascot Racecourse recycled 622 tonnes of in June, 1964, after the Royal Meeting had to be grand that critics claimed he was trying to rival the pints of beer; 5,000 kilos of salmon; 7,000 Cornish waste during the year as part of its commitment curtailed due to severe rain, thus blighting the opening Royal Procession. and Folkestone crabs; 2,900 lobsters; 2,400 kilos of to being a green and sustainable environment by beef sirloin; 3,700 rumps of English lamb; 10,000 reducing its impact on the carbon footprint.

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There has been much glorious pageantry this are delighted to welcome BOSS and Fenwick year celebrating Her Majesty The Queen’s as our new supporters. We are particularly 90th birthday. Here at the racecourse we are grateful for the national involvement from commemorating The Queen’s 22 Royal Ascot Fenwick as Official Millinery Sponsor.

mewes LANVIN • winners, and we have uniquely named the 2016 Royal Ascot without beautiful hats is simply Gold Cup in Her Majesty’s honour. unthinkable! The Gold Cup on Thursday forms the historic Our two Official Partners – QIPCO and ROYAL ASCOT centrepiece of the whole meeting. One of the Gigaset – and our annual Official Suppliers and MORNING SUITS most magical Royal Meeting events was The Sponsors are extremely important to us and we AVAILABLE Queen winning this prestigious race in 2013 are grateful to them all. Our thanks and warm FOR HIRE with her filly Estimate, who I am pleased to welcome to Woodford Reserve, who have their OR PURCHASE POLO report had a beautiful colt foal by Dubawi this own bar here for the Royal Meeting, positioned

Spring. We hope he will be running here in due close to the new unsaddling area. • course. You might like to sample their innovative The Gold Cup is one of 27 races at the Royal “Ascot Julep,” inspired by their longstanding

Meeting with increased value this year. Total partnership with the Kentucky Derby, where & SHARK • TORINO PAUL prize money has risen to a record £6,580,000. the Mint Julep is legendary. It’s not just RALPH LAUREN

We have at least £1 million in prize money each American runners we are bringing to this day, and no race is run for less than £80,000. international occasion. We continue to invest in facilities for all our I do hope that you will enjoy celebrating with visitors. Those with both two legs and four. We us this year as we offer our unique mix of sport, now have a new Unsaddling Enclosure through fashion and pageantry on the Royal racecourse. which the Royal Procession will also pass each • day. This will provide a much larger area for the unplaced horses to recover their composure and for owners, trainers and jockeys to debrief. CHURCH Ascot places the highest regard upon the safety and wellbeing of the horses. From the painstaking maintenance of the track, to

security within the stables and the provision • BARKERS ETERNA of immediate, worldclass veterinary attention SIZES 36” - 60” should it be required. We affirm that the horse always comes first. Royal Ascot blends the best racing in the world with a powerful presence in the global London Road, Sunningdale, SL5 0ER fashion calendar. In recent years, we have – Johnny Weatherby produced style guides for this meeting and we Her Majesty’s Representative Telephone 01344 621333 10 LIVING WITHIN June 2016 Bryan Jess Glynne Ascot to host Ronan Keating, Gabrielle, Adams At The Races Over his 35-year First coming into the Fun Lovin’ Criminals and Lawson career, Bryan has public consciousness sold over 65 million as the vocalist on records worldwide, Clean Bandit’s with hits including Grammy Award Summer of ‘69, winning hit Rather Heaven, Run To You Be, pop sensation and Everything I Do (I Do It For You). Jess Glynne has since become one of the Thursday 4 August. Bryan will take to the biggest UK breakthrough acts of recent stage after last race at around 8.45pm. years. Wednesday 13 July 8.30pm. Sandown Park, Esher Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher

For more news and top events subscribe to our weekly e-zine Send an email to [email protected] The world’s premier international jockeys’ Now in its 16th year, the Dubai Duty Free with ‘Subscribe’ in the subject header competition, the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Shergar Cup is one of Ascot’s most loved race Cup, returns to Ascot Racecourse on Saturday meetings. 6 August. It will be followed by a free evening Racegoers turn out in their thousands to pledge Beverley The Simon & concert for racegoers featuring Ronan Keating, their allegiance to one of four teams in the UK’s Gabrielle, Fun Lovin’ Criminals and Lawson. only team-format raceday. The teams are made Craven Garfunkel Story King Edward VII Enclosure guests will have up of top international jockeys seeking victory Acclaimed singer- Using huge a short priority access period allowing them to by collectively acquiring the highest number of songwriter. projection photos, secure their preferred spot following the racing. points across the six races throughout the day. There will also be a fairground included in the The four teams are Great Britain & Ireland, Beverley is original film footage price of a ticket on the Bandstand Lawns, as well Europe, the Rest of the World and The Girls. Four looking forward to and a full live band as champagne and cocktail bars and a wide range of the world’s finest jockeys will lead the teams performing her new performing all the of restaurants to enjoy before the music kicks off. with Frankie Dettori captaining the Europe team, songs live alongside hits including ‘Mrs Ahead of the concert, Ronan Keating said, "I am Jamie Spencer leading Great Britain & Ireland, timeless classics Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, a big horse racing fan and I obviously love music Silvestre de Sousa taking charge of the Rest of Promise Me, Holding On, Woman To ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more. so there is a great synergy for me performing after the World and Emma-Jayne Wilson looking to Woman, Love Scenes and many more. . Thursday 30 June the Shergar Cup at Ascot this year. It'll be such a orchestrate a second straight victory for the Girls. Friday 30 September 7.30pm South Hill Park great day and then we will carry that vibe on into Queen Anne Enclosure tickets from £30 in Jagz, Ascot. Telephone 01344 878100 Telephone 01344 484 123 the evening with music from me and my band." advance. King Edward VII Enclosure tickets from Lawson band member Andy Brown, added, £55 in advance. Accompanied children under "The Shergar Cup is a great event and we’re 18 years of age gain free entry at all Ascot race looking forward to watching the racing as much meetings. Concert included within the raceday as we are to playing to show! We’ll make sure that ticket. To book tickets and for further information, party atmosphere continues into the evening." telephone 0844 346 3000 or visit www.ascot.co.uk Bracknell The Corrs Festival At Epsom The Shires will be Known for hits headlining this including Runaway year’s Festival. They and Breathless, the will be joined on band took a 10-year the main stage by break to spend time Berkshire’s own with their families The Hoosiers and while Sharon and Liverpudlian Indie group Space. Andrea also pursued solo careers. They Saturday 30 July 12 noon to 9.00pm. returned last year to a rapturous welcome, South Hill Park, Bracknell with their album White Light. Thursday 30 June .Epsom Downs Racecourse

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Virginia Water £3,750 pcm Located in Whitehill Place, this amazing house has one of the best master bedroom suites you can imagine. With a vaulted ceiling and an en-suite bathroom to die for, this is a house to see. With over 2,900 square feet of space, the property is ideally suited to a family, and is just a short walk to the local shops and station.

5 4 1 1 beds baths receptions garage 14 LIVING WITHIN June 2016 Iberian countries top list of favourite retirement destinations for UK-based sun seekers

according to Brits Abroad, accounting for 13.8% people and laid back way of life. of the total number of Brits residing overseas. Portugal also has a good infrastructure Martin Dell, Director of leading Spanish when it comes to healthcare, internet coverage property portal Kyero.com, explains the and flight connections with the UK, all of country's continuing attraction in the eyes of which are influential factors when it comes British retirees: "Retirees these days have more to UK residents seeking out a sun-drenched funds behind them to explore the world with, retirement spot. but a considerable number look no further than According to the Retire Overseas Index 2015, Spain when it comes to where they want to live Portugal's Algarve is the best place in the world The world is a vast and exciting place. From the during their golden years. When you consider to retire to. It is the second year in a row that mysteries of the Far East to the natural beauty of Spain's advantages, it's easy to see why. the region has taken the top spot, with its low New Zealand and the endless variety of India, it "There's the great weather, healthy cuisine, flexibility. This is having an impact on the plans cost of living, affordable property cost and is a planet that is ripe for exploration. But when delicious wine, pristine golf courses and of those currently looking at retiring overseas. established expat community all highlighted as it comes to retirement, it is those destinations beautiful beaches, for a start. Spain also has a When it comes to property, the average UK home distinct draws. The Retire Overseas Index also much closer to home that regularly top Brits' rich history, with plenty of cultural attractions costs £200,251 based on Nationwide's figures. notes that it is, surprisingly, possible to live in list of desirable locations, with Iberian countries and inspiring architecture for those who move That's roughly €255,142 - enough for a five the Algarve and only speak English. proving the most attractive. there with discovery in mind. The cost of living is bedroom, three bathroom villa with pool close Portugal also made it into the top ten According to Silver Travel Advisor, 80% of also a factor, as well as the cost of property. Those to the beach, marina and four golf courses in the of International Living's Annual Global the UK's wealth is held by the over 50s. They on a fixed income can get more for their money pretty Spanish town of Villamartin. Retirement Index again in 2016, thanks to its are wealthier than ever before and expect to in Spain." Clearly size matters when it comes to a "near flawless weather, abundance of golf and live longer: the United Nations Department of Even Spain's infrastructure ticks the right retirement property. The UK is home to the water sports, and superb fresh food." Economic and Social Affairs puts life expectancy boxes when it comes to retiring. According to smallest properties in Europe according to a Retirees looking for a laid back, beach- for UK residents at 80.45 years. That's plenty of the International Living Global Retirement Cambridge University study, which found that based lifestyle will feel right at home in the time to soak up the sun after cashing that final Index 2016, Spain was the top country in the 79% of residences were either near acceptable Algarve. For those on a budget, a simple studio pay cheque! infrastructure category thanks to its excellent size or below it. A five bedroom villa in Spain, apartment just a few minute walk from the A poll by MGM Advantage found that 26% of internet coverage, modern roads and extensive with plenty of room for the family to come and marina, beach and shops in Vilamoura can be Brits planned to retire to Spain. While it seems public transportation system. The country also enjoy holidays in, offers far more value for bagged for €75,000 including furniture. At the unlikely that a full quarter of those in their has a high number of doctors in proportion money that one could expect from an English other end of the spectrum, buyers with €4.9 golden years will decamp to the Costas (figures to its population, according to OECD Health property that cost the same amount. million to spend can pick up an impressive five from Brits Abroad show that it is closer to one in Statistics 2015, with healthcare offered freely Nor is it just mainland Spain that retirees love. bedroom villa with pool and sea views in the ten Brits who lives overseas), Spain is certainly a and universally. Las Palmas, in Mallorca, is the cheapest Spanish popular Quinta do Lago golf resort. hugely popular destination with British retirees. New pension freedoms mean that retirees can city on the Numbeo Europe: Cost of Living Chris White, a British expat who runs Some 761,000 UK British citizens live in Spain, approach their years of leisure with far more Index 2016. Like mainland Spain, Mallorca boutique estate agency Ideal Homes Portugal enjoys quick and easy connections to the UK, , explains the enduring appeal of the Algarve which makes it ideal for retirees who want to when it comes to retirement: "The Algarve is a live overseas but also maintain regular contact beautiful region that has a wealth of attractions with their friends and family back home. when it comes to attracting retirees. The cost of Mallorca is home to some stunning properties living here is incredibly low compared to much and leading Spanish homebuilder Taylor of Europe and it's possible to eat and drink Wimpey España has plenty to offer on the extremely well on a limited budget. A morning island, from key ready apartments and coffee and pastry costs just €1.50, while a full townhouses at Costa Beach - Port Vell from meal with wine at lunchtime can be had for €240,000, to spectacular seafront houses on the €12-15. Then of course there's the 300 plus clifftops of Cala Magrana Mar - Porto Cristo, days of sunshine per year, the great healthcare Honouring Tradition priced from €640,000. system, world-class golf courses, countless One position after Las Palmas on the Numbeo castles to explore... the Algarve really does have Europe: Cost of Living Index 2016 is Braga, in everything you could wish for from an idyllic Embracing Innovation Portugal, closely followed by Coimbra, Aveiro, retirement destination." Porto and Lisbon. Portugal is another favourite No wonder then that when it comes to with retirees from the UK, thanks to its excellent retirement the lure of Iberia is too strong for value for money, fabulous weather, friendly many Brits to resist!

TASIS England offers the best of both worlds: a broad and demanding programme of study and the use of technological tools and resources to inspire intellectual curiosity. June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 15

COUNTY,VILLAGE: ESHER, SURREY ESHER, SURREY A beautifully refurbished, three Description: bedroom, first floor apartment A beautifully refurbished, three bedroom, first floor apartment located in a located in a highly desirable road in highly sought after road in the heart of Claygate. Approx 1151 sq ft. Energy the heart of Claygate. Approx 1,151 sq ft. Energy Rating D. Rating D. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room. Share of Freehold Guide Price £565,000 Share of Freehold LAYOUT STYLE: (note landscape/portrait styles) Guide Price £565,000 H2 Photo names: Gordon Road photos (email) Approx 1151 sq ft

RPS REF: ESH130165 COUNTY,VILLAGE: SURREY Description: A luxurious, detached family home offering spacious and adaptable accom- modation of almost 3500 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. ESHER, SURREY 5/6 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 4 bathrooms, kitchen/breakfast room, util- A luxurious, detached family home ity room, study, garden, garage. offering spacious and adaptable If property is Leasehold, please state expiry date of Lease: accommodation of approx. 3,432 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. Freehold Guide Price £1,695,000 5/6 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 4 bathrooms, kitchen/breakfast room, LAYOUT STYLE: (note landscape/portrait styles) utility room, study, garden, garage. H2 Photo names: Freehold Guide Price £1,695,000 Thomas More Gardens photos (email) Size of Property: Approx 3,432 sq ft

There is a lack of property available and we have applicants looking across all price ranges. Call us now for a confidential market appraisal to discuss this further. Doug Parks ESHER 01372 462211 [email protected] Branch Manager

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Living WIthin June16.indd 1 19/05/2016 17:34 16 LIVING WITHIN June 2016 Learner driver crashes into Buckinghams Estate Agents Good Gardening

with Alison Jones

It would seem that some people will stop at the the car park in front of Buckinghams. nothing to secure the keys to their dream home. She ended up driving straight into the building. The directors at Buckinghams estate agents "We now have builders in to shore up the June Gardening with Alison Jones in Virginia Water must have thought so when first floor of the building as it is unsafe and they were called out late one Wednesday will need to replace the whole shop frontage June is a lovely time to be in the garden. Many evening to find that a car had reversed into on the ground floor as a minimum," explained flowering plants are at their peak this month their office, causing thousands of pounds of Buckinghams Director Alex Juddery. because of warmer weather and extra hours of damage. "We nearly became the world’s first drive- sunlight. The kitchen garden is about to reward A lady learner driver from Virginia Water had thru estate agency." your efforts and will continue all summer long been driving around the village unaccompanied, The business remained open as normal while with a little help from you. and was practicing her parking manoeuvres in the building work continued. Our Plant of the Moment is the clematis. From bold blooms to delicate nodding bells, clematis are versatile, colourful climbers. They are wonderfully diverse and happy to clamber up a trellis or be trained over a pergola. New varieties are introduced every year. Most enjoy sunshine, but some grow in semi-shade. Large-flowered hybrids are among the most impressive, coming into their own during the JOBS FOR JUNE summer. • Keep on top of weeds, with a little and Many clematis can be planted beside shrubs often approach. and will grow up through them for support. • Deadheading early summer flowers This includes varieties of Clematis viticella, often encourages new blooms. like rich-red ‘Madame Julia Correvon’ whose • Give flowering plants a general purpose summer flowers are followed by fluffy seed- feed such as Miracle-Gro, particularly heads. container plants. Choose compact varieties to grow in • Tie up sweet peas and climbing plants containers, trained up an ornamental obelisk or like clematis. a wigwam of canes or hazel poles. • Give an ericaceous feed to rhododendrons and azaleas that have Tips for growing clematis: finished flowering. It will set them up for • They like their heads in the sun and next year. feet in the shade, so try to keep the • Mow your lawn regularly. It’s a good roots shaded and train shoots up into a way to control weeds. brighter, lighter space above. • Keep an eye out for bugs, especially on • Dig a deep hole so the top of the roses, and ask for advice in the garden rootball is 7-10cm below the soil centre on how to tackle them. surface, and bury the base of the stems • Keep bird baths topped up and leave with soil. a small bowl of water on the ground for • Spread a deep mulch of compost or passing hedgehogs. bark over the soil after planting to lock in moisture and keep roots cool. • Talk to the experts at Garsons to find Garsons has everything you need to enjoy and out which pruning group your clematis care for your summer garden. Let’s hope we have belongs to and get advice on when and a wonderful summer ahead. Until next time, enjoy how to prune. your garden!

Growing your own fruit and veg is easy and Alison Jones is very rewarding. Herb gardens are fairly low Plant Buyer for maintenance, and June is a good month to plant Garsons Farm Call today on: your favourites. If you haven’t started growing tomatoes from seed, you can snap up tomato Telephone: 01483 820226 Mobile: 07939 688597 plants and grow them this month in a sunny, email: [email protected] sheltered spot. Ask for advice in the garden centre if you’d like some planting tips. June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 17 CATLING & CO Estate Agents Tel: 01372 471111 Web: www.catco.co.uk

CLAYGATE £1,525,000 CLAYGATE £584,950 Set within the Ruxley Heights private estate, this outstanding refurbished and extended A beautifully presented and well maintained, 4 bedroom detached family home that has been extended to create detached family house provides spacious and flexible accommodation. The property has spacious and well planned living accommodation within this popular cul-de-sac. The accommodation includes beautifully landscaped front and rear gardens, off street parking and is available with no 3 reception areas including a light and airy kitchen/family area which overlooks a most attractive landscaped rear onward chain. Entrance porch, spacious entrance hallway, cloakroom, Living room/t.v. garden. There is a spacious living room and a separate dining room and a utility room and a single garage. To the first floor are three double bedrooms and a single with the master bedroom having its own dressing area and shower. A room/dining room, conservatory, utility room/laundry area, five bedrooms, three bathrooms, highly efficient property in with respect to energy consumption, as it benefits from discreetly fitted solar panels, double integral double garage, off street parking, landscaped front and rear gardens. EPC Rating: D glazing, cavity wall insulation and a modern ‘Worcester’ boiler. Viewing highly recommended. EPC Rating: B

CLAYGATE £385,000 CLAYGATE £739,950 Offering spacious accommodation and situated close to Claygate Common this three Situated at the end of this quiet and attractive cul-de-sac a two bedroom semi-detached house benefitting bedroom house offers a fantastic opportunity to purchase in Claygate. Three bedrooms, from a lovely landscaped rear garden and huge potential to extend to the side subject to the usual consents being granted. There is a good size living area to the ground floor with fitted kitchen that looks directly living room, modern fitted kitchen which intercommunicates with the dining area, bathroom over the gardens. Additionally, there is a completely self contained annexe with its own kitchenette, shower and separate w.c., rear garden. The station serving Waterloo, and the comprehensive shops room, reception/bedroom area. A perfect space for those wishing to work from home or requiring an au pair of Claygate are within easy reach. EPC Rating: E / teenage suite. The station providing an efficient commuter service to Waterloo is within a short walking distance away, together with all the local and varied shops of Claygate. No onward chain. EPC Rating: C

CLAYGATE £550,000 CLAYGATE £925,000 A lovely character cottage which has been the subject of extensive and recent tasteful We are delighted to offer this new quality detached home situated within the old village of Claygate. The renovations adopting modern design concepts yet retaining its original character features from property is traditionally built and incorporates a host of contemporary design features and will suit both the younger and older family alike. Spacious hallway, cloakroom, spacious principle reception room, fabulous the period. Lovely spacious reception room, fabulous stylish fitted kitchen, guest bedroom 2, ‘Sigma’ kitchen family room which provides a most attractive vista onto the rear gardens, master bedroom cloakroom, master bedroom, modern bathroom. Imaginatively designed rear garden with a with ensuite, two further double bedrooms, superb family bathroom, ‘Villeroy & Boch’ sanitary ware, parking westerly aspect and summerhouse. Early Viewing recommended. EPC Rating: D for several vehicles to the front. Claygate village is within a short distance away and The Parade with its variety of specialist shops and station serving Waterloo is a little further on. Early viewing highly recommended. 18 LIVING WITHIN June 2016 Millgate Homes builds 17 luxury apartments in Ascot Bracknell named town of the year

Bracknell was awarded the accolade of 'Town of the Year' at an awards ceremony held as part of the Thames Valley Property Awards. Bracknell beat off competition from other local areas to win the award. Judges were looking for a Thames Valley town and its management team which has implemented a successful town centre strategy and has enhanced the town over a period of time. Cllr Marc Brunel-Walker, executive member for economic development and regeneration said: "We are over the moon that Bracknell has won this award and been recognised as an up and coming town. With the scale of the regeneration work clearly visible and developing rapidly, we can say with confidence that Bracknell is clearly a town to be proud of. "This award is a real boost for Bracknell and testament to our many partners who are investing not only in the town centre but the borough as a whole." Planning green light for Eden Walk

A collection of 17 grand apartments have become every 21st century luxury, finished with an exact- been renovated as a luxury leisure suite that incor- available in Ascot. ing attention to detail. porates club lounge and a mezzanine level gym, as Set within 12 acres of private landscaped The grand entrance hall with chequerboard well as a kitchen and changing rooms. This leads grounds, Englemere has an illustrious history and stone flooring sets the majestic tone. Traditional out to the swimming pool with communal BBQ some distinguished former residents. elements from the original house are recreated area and two enclosed tennis courts that are avail- Sales and Marketing Director for Millgate, such as the antique fireplaces, feature mirrors, able for residents’ private use. Eden Walk Shopping Centre in the heart of Jonathan Cranley said: "We are proud to launch stone staircase and wood panelling to help create Built in the early 19th century, Englemere wit- Kingston is set to be regenerated following the Englemere as it is a development that embodies an opulent impression. Each apartment is individ- nessed its share of high society in times gone by. approval of proposals at Development Control everything that Millgate does best. This is a very ually crafted with an emphasis on quality materials The house was presented to Field Marshal Lord Committee. special setting where we have created a collection throughout, from the sleek kitchens with custom Roberts in 1903 in recognition of his military Plans from the British Land and the Universities of exceptional new homes that are a perfect mar- cabinetry, in the sumptuous finishes of the master achievements and he lived there until his death Superannuation Scheme include 380 homes, riage of classical design and modern luxury. Com- bedroom suites and to the immaculate and indul- in 1914. An official English Heritage blue plaque office space, a new shopping centre, a cinema, bined with this secluded yet convenient location, gent bathrooms. commemorates this. It went on to become the public car parking, as well as creating public Englemere offers an unmatched place to live." The grounds make the most of the mature land- home of Princess Helena Victoria and Princess spaces and remodelling the memorial gardens. In keeping with the architecture of the original scaping and include woodland areas, a walled for- Marie Louise, granddaughters of Queen Victoria With a steadily increasing population, the Italianate style house that it replaces, Englemere mal garden, a delightful walkway, fountain and and Prince Albert, during the Second World and borough is welcoming appropriate development is designed to capture a timeless appeal with the terrace, among which many of the original fea- was later used as a wedding venue. which respects the historic environment of classical proportions of its elegant facade, but tures are retained and restored. A unique feature Kingston town centre, incorporating high quality Prices at Englemere start from £1.4 million. For incorporates the latest in design technology and of the garden is the range of ancient trees, includ- design, to secure regeneration and to supply the more information contact Knight Frank 01483 contemporary fittings. Inside the collection of spa- ing a magnificent oak that dates from the time of supporting infrastructure to make growth a 564660 or via email: [email protected] cious two and three bedroom apartments offer Henry VIII. The original enclosed squash court has success. On the approval, Councillor David Cunningham, Cabinet Member with responsibility for Regeneration at Kingston Council, said: "This development is a major boost for Kingston and its future prospects. Attracting over £400 million of investment into our town centre marks a significant vote of confidence in the future direction of our borough and provides a regenerated new shopping centre as well as much needed housing. "We will be working hard with the developer over the coming months to ensure they continue the very good work they have done on engaging with Kingston residents as they seek to build this scheme." Considerate development is key to the regeneration of the town centre. The Eden Quarter Development Brief was created by the Council in 2015 to provide detailed guidance to developers on the borough’s expectations on growth in the area. The final two-stage decision process for Eden Walk Shopping Centre began on 18 May with local people and councillors able to comment and ask questions at the Pre- Decision Development Control Committee meeting. June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 19 Boyce Thornton Cobham 01932 868 448 Oxshott 01372 844 200 The local property experts Claygate 01372 470 123

Stevens Lane, Claygate £1,199,950 Trystings Close, Claygate £879,950

A well presented five bedroom family home situated in a desirable A detached, well presented three bedroom bungalow situated within road in Claygate, offering a modern open plan kitchen/dining area with a quiet cul de sac. Benefitting from a large kitchen/ breakfast room, a additional snug room. The property offers ample off-street parking and garden studio and an option of completing a loft conversion to create a screening with a generous sized rear garden. EPC C. fourth bedroom (STP). EPC D.

Kilnside, Claygate £785,000 Vale Road, Claygate £470,000

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A detached four bedroom family home located in a quiet cul-de-sac. A charming, mid terrace cottage located within walking distance of Claygate The property has been modernised and updated by the current owner station and the local amenities. The property benefits from two reception yet still offers the opportunity to be extend at the rear (STPP). EPC D. rooms, two double bedrooms and a well maintained garden which extends to approximately 85ft. EPC F.

www.boycethornton.co.uk 20 LIVING WITHIN June 2016 Pippa puts in LVS Ascot rowing team St George’s, Ascot top performance successful at national regatta issues invite to marvellous maths at Surrey Championships, missing out on a medal by just one metre, was notably rowing up against older workshop Championships competitors on Sunday, with him and Romario only defeated by Magdalen College Oxford, one of the leading schools in the country. St George’s School, Ascot is inviting girls and LVS Ascot’s squad, who train regularly on the boys from any Prep/Primary school, in Years 5, River Thames, compliment their practice sessions 6 and 7 to spend the day with their marvellous by utilising on-site facilities at school including Maths Department. a gym and wide range of rowing machines, is The focus is on core Maths skills and the day is Two pupils from LVS Ascot school followed in the flourishing with pupils from Year 7 right upto designed to complement pupils existing work at footsteps of some of Britain’s top oarsmen when Year 13 taking part in the sport and members of school. It will be a fun-filled day of exciting games claiming silverware at the prestigious Dorney the junior school keen to move up and get involved. and challenges. Lake, venue for the London 2012 Olympic rowing LVS Ascot Head of Rowing James Skeels said: It is available on a first come, first served basis events. "This is a great result for the growing rowing so booking early is advised. There is no charge for Jay Carmody, 14, and Romario Ferreira, 15, programme at LVS Ascot and I am so pleased the this event. represented the all-ability day and boarding hard work and determination of the boys in this The day starts at 9.45am (prompt) on Saturday school in the J16 doubles at the Ball Cup National crew has been rewarded with medals. The races 24 September 2016. Regatta, a prestigious schools rowing event, and were fantastic and had a real Olympic regatta To book a place for your son or daughter won silver medals. This was the first time LVS feel to them. We seek to maximise the benefits of book online www.stgeorges-ascot.org.uk. Ascot has achieved such a feat, and highlighted outdoor education at LVS Ascot and our rowing Email [email protected] or the increasing strength of the school’s boat club. programme is helping achieve that. This success telephone 01344 629994. Jay, who last year finished 4th in the whole country will also inspire more of our pupils to get involved The school's next Open Morning is on Saturday amongst year 9 boys at the British Rowing Indoor and seek to emulate Jay and Romario." 8 October 2016. Kingston & Polytechnic Harriers' Pippa Earley claimed U17 girls’ 80m hurdles and long jump gold at Kingsmeadow in the Surrey County Track and Field Championships. The 15-year-old Notre Dame School student clocked 11.65 seconds in Equestrian Reed’s School given green light to the hurdles and jumped 5.46 metres. She com- peted in the Under-17 Women age group. success for build indoor cricket centre

Planning permission has been granted for a new-state-of-the art indoor cricket centre at Reed's School in Student’s art wins Harriet and Cobham. The facility will feature five indoor cricket nets, an outside balcony for parents, an upstairs long room with a cafe, a separate gallery, an indoor viewing area, six team changing rooms and a medical centre. her 30 tickets to The new centre will provide a meeting place for parents, pupils and visitors while they watch sports Kate matches and other events. Income raised from the new centre will go towards helping to fund the Foundation, providing opportunities for disadvantaged children. Aviva Rugby Final In a statement issued online, the school said the new building is the first of many projects as it launches a "Masterplan for the School". Lauren Smith, who is a Year 8 student at Charters The building has been designed by Sports School in Sunningdale, has won a prestigious Clubhouses in Coulsdon art competition. Over 700 students from schools across the country entered the competition, run by Booked Magazine, to design a rugby ball. A Premiership Rugby representative picked the winning ball design and Lauren won 30 tickets for the Aviva Premiership Rugby Final at Twickenham Stadium. Gilbert are also applying the winning design to a rugby ball, which will be delivered to her door! Lauren said, “I can’t believe I have won and I’m really excited about going to Twickenham to see the rugby.” Miss Cat Bowie, an Art Teacher at Charters said, “We never dreamed one of our students Harriet Normington and Kate Hewson recently would win the national competition. It really competed in the NSEA dressage competition is an incredible achievement for Lauren and at Great Bookham representing Notre Dame. the standard of artwork produced by all of our Harriet won the prelim 14 class with a fantastic students was inspirational. We were also thrilled score of 83.96% beating Kate into second place to have another 4 Charters students selected to be with a score of 83.75% Both Harriet and Kate Charters School wins Education on the top twenty shortlist, which, from over 700 have qualified for the National School dressage national entries, is simply astounding.” championships to be held in October. Award at British Tennis Awards

Charters School in Sunningdale has won the the curriculum, whilst recognising the need to Education Award at the East Region Aegon British provide opportunities for its students to acquire Tennis Awards. Berkshire LTA Chairman Lesley leadership skills and interact with the local Cundy and LTA President Cathie Sabin presented community." Simon Grassi, Head of Charters Tennis, with the Mr Grassi, who has worked at Charters for award at Holy Trinity School in Sunnindale. 12 years said, "Year on year the programme Top of the Class Lesley Cundy said, "There were some excellent has increased participation at the school and in nominations for this award across the East the local area. I am very proud of what we have Region; including Universities and Colleges. achieved and I look forward to developing the As a school, Charters has been an outstanding programme further at Charters School and the advocate of tennis in Berkshire and offers a very local courts in Sunningdale Park." Discover how to feature your school in Living Within comprehensive programme to all its students. As a regional winner Charters is now in Simon Grassi, with the support of the school and contention, as part of a national shortlist, to be Email [email protected] his colleagues, has developed a very successful named the winner of the Education Award at the structure that enables tennis to feature within Aegon British Tennis Awards. June 2016 LIVING WITHIN 21 County success for Claremont’s Papplewick fathers University of Surrey and sons camp out sharpens focus Young Enterprise team on international

Claremont Fan Court School’s Young Enterprise partnerships team, Life in a Jar, came joint-first in the Surrey County Finals. The team will now move forward to the South East Regional Finals on 15 June as New President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Max Surrey’s representatives along with Kosmos from Lu, has announced a reorganisation of the senior Guildford High. management team at the University of Surrey, The County Finals required the Life in a Jar team including two new leadership roles focused on to present details about their product and organisa- boosting international reputation and relationships. tion to an audience and panel of judges. They were Professor Vince Emery, current Pro Vice-Chancellor, also challenged to produce a company stand to International Relations, has been appointed to the showcase their business and submit a company re- for Best TV Advert at the Half-Year Festival in Feb- newly created position of Senior Vice-President, port detailing their business strategy and finances. ruary 2016. Global Strategy and Engagement. In this role, Life in a Jar’s business idea was to combine educa- Young Enterprise is a charity that empowers Professor Emery will deliver a new international tion and pleasure by creating bespoke and beautiful young people to harness their personal and busi- strategy for the University that will enhance Surrey’s jars which could be given as gifts and then the jar ness skills. Since 1962, 3.8 million young people global reputation and standing. It will focus on non- reused for multiple uses. As part of their project they have taken part in Young Enterprise programmes UK student recruitment, research collaborations and created a video advert and website. in the UK. business and academic partnerships. Young Enterprise continues to be a popular activ- The judges were Louise Punter, CEO of the Surrey Fathers and sons from Years 4 and 5 at Papplewick Greg Melly, current Vice-President, Enterprise and ity at Claremont Fan Court School with two addi- Chamber of Commerce; Antonio Falco, Regional School in Ascot recently met up in the grounds of the Growth, has been appointed to Senior Vice-President, tional companies being created this year alongside Director for the Federation of Small Businesses; school for the annual Fathers and Sons Campout. Advancements and Partnerships. He will create and Life in a Jar. Last year, Soundwave, a further Clare- and Fiona Ritchie, Employability Advisor and Tutor. After putting up their tents in the afternoon, they lead ambitious plans to grow the University’s portfolio mont company, was also placed joint-first at the As well as placing joint-first at the Surrey County had a fathers and sons football match followed by a of strategic partners to ensure sustainable growth. He Surrey County Finals. Finals, Life in a Jar had previously won the award barbecue and games into the evening, when they all will take the lead on a number of strategic projects and sat round the campfire and sang songs. will oversee engagement with alumni, philanthropists "This is a hugely popular event for dads and their and supporters. LVS Ascot students sons every year, and while most braved the freezing The realignment will help boost the University’s Notre Dame School overnight temperatures stoically, two nameless dads global reputation for teaching, research and claim prestigious went for the luxury option by bringing in a camper collaborations, and diversify and increase its resources early years goes on van to sleep in!," said Headmaster Tom Bunbury. to ensure Surrey’s future growth. technology prize a bear hunt Surbiton High named national winners of Students from LVS Ascot are celebrating after winning a prestigious engineering and Step Into The NHS Schools Competition technology competition against some of Surrey’s best schools. The eight year 10 students representing leading independent all-ability school LVS Ascot had worked tirelessly on their idea since the Siemens ‘Next Big Thing’ competition launched in January, gaining valuable insight from face to face meetings and email contact with their two Siemens mentors. The technology giant uses the competition, in conjunction with Surrey SATRO, to motivate school children to look at careers in some aspect of science, technology, engineering or maths. From a brief to come up with solutions to reduce Little cubs in pushchairs and bigger explorers the strain on the NHS, LVS Ascot’s concept of from nursery and reception all enjoyed a fantastic the ‘Mobimat’ – an inflatable moving mattress to adventure as Notre Dame School Early Years avoid pressure ulcers - was widely acknowledged in Cobham hosted an exploratory sensory trail as the best idea above those submitted by schools based on the book We're Going on a Bear Hunt. including Charterhouse, Gordon’s School and The children made their own binoculars before being led through the school field and into the dual previous winners Reading Girls’ School. Health Education England has announced that tasked with designing an advertisement and job forest school when they pushed past swishy The Sales Director of Siemen’s Healthcare, Steve students from Surbiton High School are the description for their chosen role. They could work swashy grass, scrambled through oozy mud and Holmes, announced LVS Ascot as the winners and national winners of the Step into the NHS schools individually or in groups of up to four. made it across the deep cold river. A swirling was full of praise not just for their concept but also competition. Ann Haydon, Principal at Surbiton High School, snowstorm greeted them before being led for the way they conducted themselves as a team: Izzy Arthur, Iris Aukett and Thea Morley said: "We are delighted that our pupils have won through the dense forest of leaves underneath the "LVS Ascot’s concept was a well thought through, impressed the judges with their entry to promote the Health Education England Competition. They prep tree house and into the cave. high impact solution that demonstrated excellent the role of a midwife to their peers. The girls thoroughly enjoyed participating in the project Happily, the bear in residence was a very research and team effort. There was a huge produced an entertaining video with a catchy tune and their involvement has raised awareness about friendly type and handed out stickers and bear amount of passion shown in every team member which focused on what a midwife in the NHS the variety of career options available in the health treats rather than chase them through the fields and in how everything was created." does on a day-to-day basis. Accompanied with a service and the working of the NHS." again, and a great time was had by all. The Mayor of Surrey Heath, Joanne Potter, was well-written job description, the entry was of high Health Education England chief executive Three-year-old Angelica said: "I loved the bear also in attendance to make the presentation to the quality and impressed the judges. Professor Ian Cumming said: "Young people are hunt and the wavy grass but my favourite part winning team. When asked about their win, Izzy, Iris and extremely important to the future of the NHS was the cuddly bear in the cave." Design and Technology teacher Carol Robinson Thea said they really enjoyed taking part in the workforce across the region. It is important said: "I am so proud of our team for successfully competition and are now more aware of the wide that the NHS engages with young people now putting into practice all that they have learnt in variety of careers available in the NHS. and lets them know about the wealth of career lessons at LVS Ascot. We always look to enhance They looked at the role of a midwife as they opportunities. students’ interests and abilities in the STEM wanted to learn more about it and how they help "Within the NHS there are 350 different careers subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and their patients. to choose from and jobs, ranging from community Maths) as they are so crucial to so many career Now in its eighth year, the competition attracted matron, dietitian or public health analyst to a options and provide them with greater choice in numerous entries from up and down the country finance manager or web developer. Initiatives future." with more than 3,000 students sending their such as the schools competition really help to raise The eight participants from the winning team entries and a further 5,000 estimated to have taken awareness of this. Congratulations to our national were delighted to receive Kindles from Siemens part. The competition aims to promote the careers and regional winners and their schools for their as a reward, along with a stunning glass trophy. available in the health sector and students were entries." 22 LIVING WITHIN June 2016 Hospital staff awards presented at Hospice builds Man Shed Royal Berkshire Hotel in Ascot Princess Alice Hospice is a charity dedicated to Hospital heroes from Heatherwood, Frimley Park providing free, high-quality compassionate care and Wexham Park were recently honoured at an and support for patients, their families and carers. annual awards night at the Royal Berkshire Hotel The Hospice cares for people with cancer and other in Ascot. illnesses living in a large part of Surrey, south west The three hospitals are part of Frimley Health London and Middlesex. Expert care and support is NHS Foundation Trust which provides NHS provided to approximately 3,000 families each year, hospital services for around 900,000 people helping them to gain the most they can from every across Berkshire, Surrey, Hampshire and south single day. Princess Alice reaches all parts of the Buckinghamshire. community, but there is one group in particular that it Chief executive Sir Andrew Morris and director leadership. has constantly struggled to reach - the “missing men”. ECO CREDENTIALS of HR and corporate services Janet King read Pradip told staff: "In healthcare, you can't These are men who cared for ill wives or partners. 1) Roof tiles are made from recycled out the citations while chairman Pradip Patel overstate the importance of the people we have. These are men that have now been bereaved and plastic and EDPM. BBA Approved and presented the awards. Tonight we celebrate some of those people who find themselves alone for the first time in their lives. will last for 50years with no moss build- Some reflected the trust's core values - committed have done heroic work to make a difference to our But, sadly, they are men that don’t feel able to access up or any chance of cracking like natural to excellence, working together and facing the patients. any of the wide range of supportive therapies and slate so virtually maintenance free. future; others were presented under banners of "It's a privilege and an honour to be here to programmes on offer at Princess Alice Hospice. They 2) The actual SIP structure is, by its nature patient safety, team award, customer care and celebrate these phenomenal achievements." keep their feelings bottled up, they have no-one with made of recycled OSB3 boards(offcuts of whom they feel they can share their feelings and timber glued together) worries. This creates silent misery, depression and Special measures forces two Ascot suffering that can last for the rest of their lives. 3) Flooring is recycled car tyres and is The Hospice says it’s a huge problem. Just as many also used in ice skating and ice hockey medical centres to accelerate merger plan men need support with bereavement as women. Yet, applications for every three women Princess Alice works with, only 4) Use of Alloy Piles and no concrete or one man accesses the services they provide. digging Existing plans to close Ascot's Radnor House GP suggesting more evidence of merged work between Their solution is a new Man Shed. It’s a simple name practice to the public have been accelerated following Ascot Medical Centre and Radnor House is needed. to describe a brand new resource that will help local furniture stores, bicycle maintenance, and computer an inspection by the Care Quality Commission "This was already part of an ongoing plan but will men – and other groups – in many different ways. and photographic skills classes. (CQC) which found patients were at risk of harm. now be accelerated," they said. This fantastic new resource will allow Princess Alice The fundraising appeal raised more than £71,628 The Commission has placed Radnor House Surgery "We know that this will be concerning for our Hospice to offer men the chance to join in practical and there was a corporate donation of £24,602 – plus and Ascot Medical Centre in special measures. patients, but please be assured that this in no way tasks and get involved in hands-on work in a relaxed, some Trust donations, which led to an overall total The two practices merged in April 2015. reflects the quality of care that the Practice has and informal setting. of just over £112,198. The success of the campaign In a letter to patients issued online, GPs John will continue to provide.” “Most men find it hard to open up about their meant that Princess Alice has been able to increase Rawlinson and Edward Williams said that following All clinical services are now based at the Ascot feelings,” said Nicki Shaw, Chief Executive of Princess the size of the Man Shed from 43sqm to 70sqm, with an inspection visit by the Care Quality Commission, Medical Centre site. Radnor House will continue to Alice Hospice. “We want to create a practical space 8sqm of covered outside space. they had received a copy of the CQC's report serve as an administrative hub. where our ‘missing men’ can come together, put their The Man Shed was designed with the help of a group skills and energy to use while talking to others who of volunteers from the hospice, Kathy Birch and her may be in the same situation and getting the support team and SIPS Garden Rooms - industry experienced they need to face the future.” professionals based in Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire. Huge refurbishment for Momentum A project to build the Man Shed was launched in News arrived around Christmas time that planning March 2015 by sports presenter John Inverdale, the permission had been granted for the project. children’s charity at St Peter’s Hospital Princess Alice Hospice Man Shed campaign has SIPS Garden Rooms were called in for the delivered an amazing working asset for patients and construction work. The whole project took eight the Hospice. weeks, which included two weeks for the removal John said: “As a man I can empathise with others of 120 tons of spoilt from the site. Trees needed to be Momentum children’s charity has been awarded of my sex who sometimes try to tough it out but I also cut down and the area cleared. The heavy machinery a £52,000 grant by The Wisley Foundation in know how important it is to share a trouble. Man arrived on site in February, ensuring that the ground partnership with The Lockwood Charitable Shed will enable blokes to mix, chat and employ their was level and ready for the next stage of the build. Foundation, which will enable it to start on an practical skills in meaningful and rewarding ways.” March was a fast-moving month as the Man Shed extensive refurbishment project to enhance the A fully equipped DIY workshop complete with a finally took shape. healing environment of the Paediatric Unit at St communal lounge, the shed - which has been built in Quentin Farrow from SIPS Garden Rooms said Peter’s Hospital in Chertsey. the Hospice grounds - will provide a supportive space huge metal pillars were sited in the ground to provide Hundreds of children every year are treated in the for the bereaved and those affected by terminal illness strong foundations. "We actually now hold the record children’s cancer unit at St Peter’s, some having to to work together on practical projects. with the piling contractor with the deepest pile they've spend long periods of time in hospital. Part of the It is only the second of its kind at a hospice in the UK ever done at 6.5m," he explained. grant has gone towards the recent renovation of We are delighted to be able to fund, in partnership and it is hoped that its projects will include repairing Unfortunately water was discovered during this an Isolation Cubicle at the hospital which has now with the Lockwood Charitable Foundation, this and upcycling furniture for sale at the Hospice’s process, causing some minor difficulties. It was been decorated with colourful and cheerful ‘Mo the very imaginative and heart warming project." eventually pumped away successfully. Owl’ (the charity mascot) designs. The remaining St Peter’s Hospital Paediatric Oncology Clinical "The other big challenge was to work around an funding will enable a complete transformation of Nurse Specialist, Lizzie Sturt, said Little Oaks existing MOD fuel line which took some time for me the Paediatric Little Oaks Ward, including play makes a huge difference to paediatric oncology to liaise with all the powers that be, but we got there in area, chill-out zone, treatment area and nurse’s patients treated at St Peter’s. “A warm, homely, the end - even though we were nearly finished with the workstation. welcoming, reassuring environment reduces actual building by the time we were allowed to connect Chair of the Wisley Foundation, Morgan anxiety and assists with coping in incredibly the electrical main and CAT 6 cables to the Hospice," Johnson, said: "The Wisley Foundation is wholly difficult times. We cannot thank Momentum and Quentin added. funded by the members of the Wisley Golf Club the Wisley Foundation enough for their donations, The floor of the building was laid on 10 March and the and works exclusively with local Surrey charities. support and time." following day the walls went up. On 15 March, the RSJ - which supports the roof - was carefully lowered into place and the main roof structure was built. It began to look like a Man Shed – albeit a slightly draughty one! Kingston Hospital named in Top 40 The next stage was to wrap the building internally and externally with a black felt webbing layer before the Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the CHKS Top Hospitals for 2016, an accolade electrics went in and the doors, windows and Velux awarded to the 40 top performing CHKS client Trusts. roof lights were fitted. As well as national awards for patient experience, patient safety, quality of care and data quality, CHKS The exterior was finished off and Princess Alice celebrates excellence amongst its own clients throughout the UK. Hospice began “kitting out” - the larger tools were The Top Hospitals award is based on the evaluation of over 20 key performance indicators covering certified, and our operations team were given training safety, clinical effectiveness, health outcomes, efficiency, patient experience and quality of care. to be able to manage and maintain them, and the Sarah Atkinson, Managing Director, CHKS said: "These awards recognise the outstanding performance Volunteer Session Leaders met to start work on the in those areas which we believe are critical to delivering high quality care. We are delighted that Kingston internal fittings. 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Oven set to 180c. Mix the chicken thighs with the • 1 pack of 12 skinless boneless thighs. marinade and place in a roasting pan cook for about • 1 tbsp runny honey of your choice, olive oil, 25 mins. Leave to cool for about 20 mins before using. 1tbsp grainy mustard, salt and pepper mixed Find the largest serving plate you can. The salad is for a marinade. just a matter of layering the rest of the ingredients so • 2 bags of mixed leaf salad ,whatever you like salad leaves and mint leaves first. Nectarines/peaches • 3 nectarines or peaches (peel if you are using arranged on top. Rip the mozzarella and arrange. peaches), cut into bite size segments. Finally cut the chicken thighs in half and arrange • 1 small bunch of mint leaves only over the salad. • 1-2 balls of buffalo mozzarella Season and drizzle the oil and balsamic. (quite expensive so be careful) Serve with some nice bread. Warmed rosemary • Extra virgin olive oil and balsamic to drizzle foccacia is wonderful. • Sea salt flakes and black pepper to season