Hambledon Parish Magazine

St Peter’s Church

& Village News

February 2013

50p

www.hambledonsurrey.co.uk Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 2 PARISH CHURCH OF ST PETER, HAMBLEDON

Rector The Rev Simon Taylor 01483 421267 [email protected]

Associate Vicar The Rev Catherine McBride 01483 421267 Mervil Bottom, Malthouse Lane, Hambledon GU8 4HG [email protected]

Curates The Rev David Jenkins 01483 416084 6 Quartermile Road GU7 1TG

The Rev James Gibson 01483 421267 2 South Hill, Godalming GU7 1JT [email protected]

Ordinand in training Mr Alwyn Webb 01483 425244 36 Pullman Lane Godalming GU7 1XY

Churchwardens Mrs Vicky Page Sawmill Cottage, Salt Lane Hydon Heath GU8 4DH 01483 869849

Mrs Jacqui Rook 1 Hambledon Park Hambledon GU8 4ER 01428 684390

Assistant Churchwarden Mr David Chadwick, Little Beeches, 14 Springhill, , Godalming, GU8 6EL 01252 702268

Church Treasurer & Gift Aid Dr Alison Martin Tillies Munstead Heath Road Godalming GU8 4AR 01483 893619

Sunday groups Crèche, Pre-School: Georgina Aylward 01428 682591 School Years 1-6: Alwyn Webb 01483 425244

Sunday Services

Full details of these and any other services are set out in the Church Calendar for the month on page 5

Home Groups meet regularly on Monday afternoons and Wednesday evenings at various locations. Details from the Rev Catherine McBride Tel: 01483 421267

Alpha details and information from Copy deadlines for the John & Jeannie Postill Tel: 01428 687968

Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals contact March magazine Hambledon and Church Office Tel No: 01483 421267 (Mon – Friday, 9.30am – 12.30pm) The deadline is Thursday, 14 February Please send your copy to Where there is sickness or where a visit would be valued, contact the Church Warden Philip Ryland The Rector is normally off duty on Fridays Little Leat, Lane End Hambledon, Godalming, GU8 4HD The Associate Vicar is normally off duty on Fridays Email: [email protected] The nearest Roman Catholic churches are St Teresa of Tel: 01428 683111 Avila, (Fr Chris Bergin 01428 643877); St Edmund, Croft Rd, Godalming and St Joseph’s, Advertisers, please contact Milford (Fr Michael 01483 416880) Tony Parker Email: [email protected] TO SUBSCRIBE AND HAVE THE MAGAZINE Tel: 01428 683577 DELIVERED, PLEASE CONTACT PAT WILLIAMS 01428 682455 Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 3 Vicar’s Views – February

‘Roses are red, violets are blue….’

wonder if you’ll be eagerly awaiting the rattle of the letter box on February the 14 th as your Valentine’s cards hit the door mat. Or maybe you’ll be expecting a bunch of flowers or chocolates. I Perhaps you’ll be enjoying a romantic dinner for two at the Merry Harriers. Or does the thought of Valentine’s Day fill you with a deep despondency as it brings to mind failed relationships or makes you all the more acutely aware of being alone? No one’s really sure about the origins of St Valentine’s Day; although I quite like the story that St Valentine was a priest in Rome in about 270AD, during a time of great persecution for the church. He was imprisoned for helping Christians escape this persecution and also for performing clandestine mar- riages for Christians and for Roman soldiers, for whom marriage was forbidden by Roman law at the time. In order to remind them of God’s love for them and to encourage them in their faith, Valentine is said to have cut hearts from parchment to give to the Christians and soldiers. Whilst in prison awaiting execution Valentine is reported to have healed the blind daughter of his jailer and on the evening before his execution he wrote to her, signing himself ‘Your Valentine’. Maybe it is just a story, but one part of it is true: God does love us. It strikes me that Valentine’s Day is a good day to remember that. He loves us regardless of what we look like. He loves us without a thought about how ‘successful’ or popular we are. He loves us in spite of what we have or haven’t done. He loves us when it feels as if no one else does. Whether you’re loved-up, lovelorn or just a plain old cynic without a romantic bone in your body, God loves you. But He didn’t send a card or chocolates, he sent his Son.

This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

Catherine McBride, Associate Vicar, Hambledon and Busbridge

P.S. Please do keep an eye out for friends and neighbours who may be struggling to get out and about in any cold weather such as we had in January, and who may need a helping hand. Keep warm and safe.

What makes the perfect neighbour?

The Bible tells us to love our neighbours. But that doesn’t mean we have to live in each other’s homes! So this year, how do you measure up as ‘the perfect neighbour’ to those who live near you? It seems that ‘the perfect neighbour’ stops to chat for no longer than four minutes, according to research carried out by the insurer More Than. If you borrow something, aim to return it (in good condi- tion) within a couple of weeks. Invite your neighbours around for a drink or meal about six times a year. If you need to ask for favours, that is fine, but keep it to only a couple a month. Mow your neighbour’s lawn, should the need arise. Take in any parcels. Feed their cats/rabbits/guinea pigs/fish and keep an eye on their home when they go on holiday. NEVER cut a tree, plant or shrub that is on their land, and which has grown over onto yours, without asking them first. ‘A Golden Rule sums it up well: ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you’. Mt 7:12

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 4 CHURCH CALENDAR February 2013

Saturday 2nd 8.00 am Hambledon Ladies Breakfast at February West Golf Club, Enton Green ______

3rd February 9.30 am Holy Communion (BCP) 2nd Sunday before Lent 11.00 am All Age Worship ______

10th February 9.30 am Morning Prayer (BCP) Sunday before Lent 11.00 am Holy Communion (with Children’s Groups) ______Wednesday 13th February 8.00 pm Holy Communion at Busbridge Ash Wednesday ______

Saturday 16th February 8.30 to 10.00 am - Prayer Breakfast in Church Rooms A time to meet together for prayer: all are welcome ______

17th February 9.30 am Holy Communion (BCP) 1st Sunday of Lent 11.00 am Morning Worship (with Children’s Groups) ______

24th February 9.30 am Morning Prayer (BCP) 2nd Sunday of Lent 11.00 am Morning Worship (with Children’s Groups) ______

And in March 3rd March 9.30 am Holy Communion (BCP) 3rd Sunday of Lent 11.00 am All Age Worship ______

Services at St John’s, Busbridge 8.30 am 1st & 3rd Sundays Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays Holy Communion 10.00 am Every Sunday “Classic” service in Church “Contemporary” service in Busbridge Junior School Groups for children of all ages in various locations – turn up and ask! 6.30 pm Benefice Evening Worship

How a woman can make herself beautiful

Some people attribute these wise words to the actress Audrey Hepburn, others credit writer Sam Levenson

“For attractive lips, speak words of kindness. For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people. For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry. For beautiful hair, let a child run his/her fingers through it once a day. For poise, walk with the knowledge that you never walk alone.

“People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed...reclaimed, and redeemed; never throw out anyone... As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands; one for helping yourself, and the other for helping others”.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 5

PARISH & PEOPLE

any congratulations to Alice and David the March edition of the magazine but we know that Graizevsky on the birth of a son, Rafferty there will be a service to celebrate Hazel’s life at M William, a brother for Lola and Roxy and a Chiddingfold church on Wednesday January 30th at grandson to Jacqui Rook. 2pm to which all are invited. To Hazel’s family we Carole and Ian Davis have attained the distinc- extend our loving sympathy. She was a lady that we tion of becoming great-grandparents! Well done to the all admired for the courage she showed throughout a two of you, although the occasion has been somewhat prolonged illness. Derek Lindley and his wife Dorene marred by the death of Ian’s mother on Christmas lived for a time at Hambledon Park and were fre- Day. Hambledon friends and neighbours extend their quent users of the village shop. They recently moved loving sympathy. to Wormley and we have missed them from the Ham-

We have been saddened in the village at the bledon scene. To Dorene and the family we extend our loving sympathy. news of the deaths of Hazel Price and Derek Lindley. Hazel has lived in the village for many years and only And finally …... Well done Andy and Sally recently was widowed following the death of her hus- Falk on the occasion of a 40th Wedding Anniversary band Terry. We hope to have more news to put into this month. Village appreciation

Stewart Payne writes in the Village Website

he village shop, staffed mainly by volunteers, T stayed open in the January snows when the man- ager was unable to get in to the village because of the snow. A path was cleared to the shop and it has been busy, with many preferring to stay local rather than head off into Godalming. The village is grateful to the volunteers who kept the shop open. Our picture on left shows Colin Rapley out clear- ing snow at Feathercombe, a task that local farmer Peter Knight does elsewhere on minor roads around the village, using one of his tractors fitted with a blade. We appreciate their efforts, as only Hambledon Road is gritted and swept by Surrey County Council

The almshouses appeal

An update from Andy Falk

The Almshouses Appeal Fund has now reached £70,000. This includes money given (with Gift Aid), promised, and loans promised. The generous re- Responsible dogs keep the village clean sponse from the village continues and includes £495 as the almshouses’ share of the proceeds of As you may read on page 17, Hambledon’s football Mary Groves’ Village Christmas Party held in the pitch, Badger Park has been having problems with village hall on 15 December. dogs fouling the playing surface. Dog owners are legally responsible for dogs’ The Almshouses Association have promised a grant behaviour. If you own or walk dogs, do please equip of £5,000 with a further interest-free loan of yourself to tidy up after them, and avoid places £5,000. Millgate Homes have also promised a do- nation of £10.000. where children and others play sports, and if needed remind others you see. Fund-raising continues.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 6

Hambledon Village Hall Hambledon Cricket Club Management Committee

The Committee will be holding its The Club’s Annual General Meeting for 2013 will be held on 2013 Annual General Meeting Tuesday 19 February at 8pm at the Cricket Pavilion on Thursday 14 February for Members to attend. at 7:30 pm in the Village Hall

Members of the public are most welcome to attend This meeting is important as it is for the election of Club Captains, Club Officers, Welfare Officer, Colts

AGENDA and Organisers for the 2013 season, and to discuss the club’s finances and future plans. Minutes of the AGM held on 23 February 2012 to be approved and signed. Anyone wishing to become a new or non-playing Annual reports by the Chairman and Treasurer. member is welcome to attend and take part at the Election of Management Committee, meeting and add to the discussions. Representatives and Co-opted Members. For more information about the agenda and up- Nomination and election of new members. coming season see page 16 Any other business.

Paul Vacher

Hon. Secretary

Hambledon Surrey.co.uk now has facebook than ks to Paul Osborne

We have harnessed the technology to publish news articles and features both on the village website AND simultaneously on Hambledon Village Shop Facebook page, which is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hambledon-Village-Shop-and-Post-Office/191082234290047?ref=stream

Follow the Shop on Facebook and you can be kept up to date with news and events in the village, as they happen.

For more about Hambledon Community Club events and news see pages 15, 16 and 27

Hambledon

Parish Council

HCF to be Guest Speakers

at the Annual Parish Assembly

on Thursday 18 April 2013

our chance to hear more about our work Y and activities within the Hambledon com- munity. Find out how the fund operates and how we can help support individuals and local groups in Hambledon.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 7 d the village . . . ..in and aroun What’s happening

Hambletots! We are a friendly, local baby and toddler group who meet on Wednesday mornings in Hambledon Village Hall from 10-11.30am

We have toys for all ages, a baby area and we organise a craft activity for the older children. Come along and meet other local parents, carers and children over a cup of tea or coffee.

February dates are 6th, 13th, and the 27th ( not the 20th as it’s half term )

please call Anthea Edwards 01428 684369 for more information or see our page at facebook.com/hambletots for enquiries

Coffee Morning Tuesday 19 th February, at 11 am, in the Church Room and the third Tuesday each month

All welcome - do come

More information from Jacqui Rook 01428 684390

Ladies, remember

our WAGs New Year Lunch

starts 12.30

We hope to see you for the New Year Lunch on

Wednesday 20th February, at 12.30 pm in Hambledon Village Hall

Jan and Julie

Contact no Jan Kilsby 01483 423637

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 8 HAMBLEDON LADIES’ BREAKFAST Come along to our Helen Azer is our speaker. Associate Minister with the charity ‘Heartcry for Change’, she Ladies Breakfast was born and brought up in Egypt, worked on Saturday 2 February 2013 with many multi-faith communities and has a particular concern for the Middle East. 8.30am at West Surrey Golf Club,

Enton Green

We look forward to seeing you there – do come! All are very welcome. Bring a friend.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast Tickets from Hambledon Village Shop or phone Sue Blackman 01428 683871

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING on Wednesday, 13 March 2013 Hambledon Village Hall, 7:30 pm for 8 pm

The Society’s Annual General Meeting will be followed by Tales of Old Hambledon An Evening with Norman Gravestock

Our speaker this year is local resident, Norman Gravestock, who will be sharing his knowledge about the economic and social facts of our village heritage, and much more besides. His excep- tional wit and wisdom will cause us to reflect on our village's rich heritage and entertain us. Norman is well known and respected for his love of Hambledon’s heritage and knowledge of past history. He is also Curator of Oakhurst, the National Trust Cottage sitting on the edge of the Village Green close by the old medieval route through the Hurst to Chiddingfold and Chiches- ter beyond. After the meeting there will be time to chat with Norman and Committee members, as well as each other. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.

Please join the HHSC members and friends for an informative and social evening at the Village Hall. There will be no entrance fee but the Committee relies on your support to fund its publica- tions and initiatives by supporting the raffle and making a small donation to cover the costs of the evening. All welcome For further information regarding the Hambledon Heritage Society and its activities please con- tact, Julie Steele , Chairman, 01428-682853.

His mother should have thrown him away and kept the stork. Mae West

"Love is when mummy gives daddy the best piece of chicken." Elaine - age 5

Weather forecast Whether the weather be cold, or whether the weather be hot, we’ll weather the weather, whatever the weather, whether we like it - or not!

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 9

Oh, for the Canadian way

As the thermometer tumbles, Earthworm casts envious looks over the ‘pond’ to where the Canadians have got the winter well and truly sorted

t seemed, thought Earthworm snug in his heap, beauty of snow – the stillness and silence it brings; that we might be escaping winter. Perhaps it was with the white carpet all around us, pristine and un- an example of our global warming that we had had spoilt except perhaps by a fox’s pad or a bird’s claw. I so little really cold weather. Until now, that is. Underground passages True, since November it had been relatively mild Earthworm thinks of the Canadians, who live with the – we had rain instead; much rain and at times torren- cold for months. They just disappear underground like tial. On Christmas Eve, for example, it pelted down him. One can get to the station (where the trains will and there were floods – incidentally, how quickly they be running on time), the supermarket, the cinema or subside. But water is still flowing in rivulets that re- the pub by a network of underground passages. Then, opened on the roads that are usually dry. like rabbits, people come out of their burrows, pop out Then suddenly it is January, moving in to Febru- of the ground and see that it is Spring. ary and we are warned of swirling snow sweeping in Earthworm calls January his sluggish month. from the continent. Certainly the thermometer has One toils in the garden clearing debris, spent blooms plummeted, minus 5, observed Earthworm, one eve- and foliage until February when signs of life are seen, ning in a part of the village. No doubt chaos will return snow-drops flower, crocus open in the sun, witch- to the railways and roads, communication will be lost hazel is in flower and winter prunus blooms; even daf- as the weight of the snow brings down our telephone fodils start to emerge in sunny spots. Spring may be wires. So, ever the pessimist, Earthworm advises you round the corner. Even in January there were some to batten down your hatches, stoke your boiler, get in days so warm that robins sing. Beware, warns Earth- the wood and be prepared for isolation. worm, ever cautious, it is now only February. Then The hoar frost sparkled on the trees one morning there is March and who knows what that will bring? in the sun and no doubt we will reminisce about the Celebrating Christmas in Hambledon The Church Carol Service, the Ramblers Christmas lunch and a warm thank you from Mary Grove

The Stable provided by Mary Caroe

The Choir Photos by Philip Underwood Thank you all for helping in so many different ways towards the Christmas party!

We raised £982.70 which has been split equally between:

Hambledon Alms Houses and The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice The Ramblers You are all stars Christmas Party

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 10 Banking safe at the shop

The Village Shop This month’s contribution is mainly about the post office as Alan Brien writes:

his article is the first in a series of snapshots Turning to foreign currency, these transactions about post office services. It aims to raise are a “nice little earner” for the post office. Euros are T awareness about the services we offer in Ham- on sale at the counter and more than 30 other curren- bledon and, in turn, to increase transactions and the cies are available through our pre-order service. Any post office salary which is, of course, vital in keeping currency ordered and paid for before 1pm on a week- the shop solvent. day will be available the next day, usually before Financial transactions are the key to a success- lunchtime. There is no commission payable on the ful post office. For us this means personal banking and transactions. We also buy back currency, normally the sale of foreign currency. Recently, we added Nat anything above £1 in value. If we build up business to West banking to our existing partner banks, Lloyds a higher level we will also be able to sell dollars over and Barclays – and now hot off the press we have the counter. learned that HSBC will be joining us in the spring. These two streams of business are very impor- This means customers can withdraw up to tant but not to the exclusion of everything else. In fu- £250, or in some cases, £300 per day from their cur- ture editions I will go into some detail about other ser- rent account, in addition to checking their current bal- vices where we can receive payment without doing the ance. Some of the smaller banks are also on our sys- work. Puzzled? Then watch this space. tem, e.g. the Co-op, and all transactions are free. Finally, Amanda, Alison, and I would like to Withdrawing money in the post office is safe, you are take this opportunity to wish all our customers a very not overlooked, and we don’t have to carry unneces- happy and prosperous New Year. Thank you for your sary cash in the shop till for cash-back requests. support – we couldn’t do it without you! Please use this service when you can – it is a huge Best wishes, Alan benefit to the shop.

Fancy Joining a Hambledon Wine Club?

The village shop is thinking of starting up a Wine Remunerated in wine and enjoying the process club and we are looking for feedback in two areas: of tasting and selecting the wine and special offers 1. A feeling for the numbers of people who may be must excite you. interested in joining a wine club. This would involve The wine can be delivered, stored and distrib- receiving a box of wine every other month at a rea- uted from the shop. The finances would be run sonable price, fun wine tastings in the village shop, through the shop till so you wouldn’t have to fund special offers etc, the project. 2. Someone who has time on their hands and who We welcome any feedback on this idea. loves wine who may be interested in setting up and Please email [email protected] managing the scheme for the village shop. or call 01428 682401

The Shop has Twitter, Facebook, WiFi and Skype by Paul Osborne

Our shop now has a Skype account for you to video chat with distant friends. Also we have Twitter and Facebook accounts for you to follow and keep up with Hambledon events and offers. And of course our Free WiFi in the shop.

Keeping going in the snow

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 11 We went a’wassailing

Ross did his annual Twelfth Night wassailing, with a spot of innovation thrown in. And he says a final ‘Adieu’ to an old friend

s I write, last night I wassailed the apple trees I never expected the response to the article about in the garden of the White Hart, . This my lovely old Pusskins cat. I had phone calls, answer- A was 6th January (old Christmas Day or phone messages, texts and letters. Looks like there are Twelfth Night). It was a balmy 7 degrees. a lot of pussy-cat lovers in the village. Not all black Last year it was minus 4; and, the year before, labs then! There was a couple of very poignant mes- Stewart Payne and I only just made it to the pub in a sages about their favourite moggies, especially from a blizzard. Of course, we did not wassail the trees as we lovely lady down Woodlands Road. I shall have to could not see them. So were forced to drink beer in- take you out for a pussy-cat chat. stead. So, to go right over the top, below is a picture of The year before that, it poured with rain, which my old Pusskins cat taken about three weeks before he had a rather detrimental effect on the shotgun – as the died. Oh dear, the ink is starting to run! Sniff. chap had elected to bring his muzzle loader, and his Back to the cheery old rubbish next month. black powder had got damp. And as we all know, Ross dears, “there is nothing worse than a damp spot on your muzzle loader”.

Lady at the trigger Anyway, a big thank you to Rebecca Overy for step- ping in as our “gun” at the last moment. This is a tradi- tion usually done by a man, but, as last year’s apple harvest was the worst in living memory, maybe it’s about time we had an attractive young lady at the trig- ger. Let’s see what this year’s apple harvest will tell us. If some of you don’t have a clue what I am talking about, give me a ring.

“..and we’re not expecting any nonsense about a grossly disproportionate response”

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 12

Hambledon Silent Pool & Newlands Corner

Still plenty of life left in the Hambledon Ramblers, down dale

and uphill they go, undaunted by the elements and landscape Ramblers challenges as Derek Miller recounts

he walk started at Newlands corner and fine the bank and apparently it bore the crest of Prince views towards the south reminded us of how John, later to be crowned King John I. T lucky we are to live in such a beautiful area. After crossing the A25 and heading towards It was a gentle start led by Robert along the Albury we soon took a footpath to the left which North Downs way and we all marvelled at the sight of took us past the church which is seen on the hill near two beach trees joined together by massive branches. the junction of the road to Albury with the A25. Were they a single tree with one of them growing as No doubt like me you have driven past the an offshoot of the other? church without knowing anything of it’s history. There are several good arti- cles on the internet about the church and one in particular , a talk given by Dr Tim Grass to the Albury History Society entitled ‘Albury and the Catholic Apostolic Church’ provides a comprehensive history of the church. Continuing onward we ar- rived in Shere which is said to be the most photographed village in Surrey. It is cer- tainly a very pretty village and even has a stream with ducks in it and a ford. A welcome break on arriving in Little London and food and liquid refreshment at William IV public house prepared us for the last remaining three miles. A steep descent down a slippery slope (only one There was a sting in the tail however because faller) took us to the very beautiful Silent Pool. The before arriving back at Newlands Corner a long water is crystal clear and the weed and fallen leaves steep hill had to be negotiated. Delighted to report make fantastic patterns — an irresistible magnet for that every one arrived safely at the top without so the amateur photographer. Much clicking of camera much as a single stop. There is definitely still plenty shutters is usually in evidence. of life left in the Hambledon Ramblers. Reluctant to According to local folklore, a woodcutter's end the day too soon several of the group stayed daughter was bathing in Silent Pool one day when a around for a while and had a coffee or tea at the nobleman rode by on horseback. Noticing the attrac- snack bar before making their separate ways home. tive young lady, he approached her, hoping to entice Thank you Robert for an excellent walk. her from the water. But his advances shocked her, and in her panic she soon found she was out of her depth Next Walk Tuesday February 12th and getting into difficulty. Her brother heard her cries Next Walk Tuesday February 12th Meet at Hambledon Village Hall 9.00 am, and came running to her aid, and started wading out to save her. The nobleman fled, to avoid further commo- Leader Roger Mathews 01483 420464 tion, accidentally dropping his hat. The woodcutter's Short Walk Tuesday February 26th son, not being a strong swimmer, panicked himself Meet at Hambledon Village Hall 2.00 pm and he and his exhausted sister drowned. Later that evening, the anxious woodcutter was searching for his Further details from: son and daughter and found their lifeless bodies, arms Derek Miller Tel: 01428 684362 – Long Walk still entwined, in the pool. He noticed the hat lying on Mary Parker Tel: 01483 860339 – Short Walk

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 13 on 11, 12 & 13 January; all profits to the halow Project & Hambledon Heritage Society by Colin Stoneley Another hilarious production, playing to full houses, memorable for both its japes and … gaps, with first script read through on 2 January less than two weeks before opening, and this time with a matinee. Aladdin lives with his Mother Widow Twankey in Old Peking. When the Princess comes to the city, no-one is allowed to see her – but Aladdin hides in a laundry basket. The Emperor sentences him to death but he is rescued by the evil Ollama bin Llama who knows that Aladdin is the only person who can enter a mysterious cave wherein lies a magic lamp. They journey to the cave and Aladdin is trapped inside. When he rubs the lamp, a Genie appears and brings him untold wealth and the hope of marrying the Princess. But Ollama won’t give up easily. He captures the Princess and the+n Aladdin. Who will win? Production Biggest thanks go to Colin Stoneley who wrote, directed and per- formed in our third Pan- tomime. “They were not an easy bunch to train; dance moves, songs and general acting skills have all been tried and tested to the limits and honed to put on the show. This would never have hap- pened without learning from Joanna Kirkland over the last two years patience and skill at turning a bunch of amateurs into a bunch of amateur dramatics (with a few drama queens along the way!)”.

The Cast The almost completely amateur cast worked Aladdin Bronwyn - A first-timer in the lead role (she hard learning lines and coming to rehearsal every night got the part because of her enormous laundry basket).

after a day’s work. The audience was asked to show Princess Mrs Tony Shakespeare - Our beautiful Prin- appreciation with cess back to wow us with her divine acting skills. Boos, Cheers, ‘It’s

Emperor of China Tony Shakespeare - His robes behind yous’ and ap- reminded him of the lounge wear he has at home so he plause as they gave was completely comfortable in his role. the performance of

their lives! Ollama Bin Llama Mark Jones - The Oliver Reed of the panto circuit. Not at all typecast. Props and Scenery

Widow Twankey Pat Hill - Pat was rather fond of his The props and scenery inflatable boobs. He gave a stunning performance in team turned out the most amazing set in a very short time: gorgeous gowns. Jimmy Perkins - Music, stage Genie of the Lamp Mike Blanchard Ever present. If carpenter you see Mike in Genie robes don’t rub his lamp. Dave Overy & Martyn Grove Sergeant Cheech Pip Ridout - in charge of all of Law - Stage and scenery keeping in Peking – better than being a llama’s bum. Rebecca Overy - Prompt and Constable Chong Coral Flexman - Pip’s lackey and Continuity rather enthusiastic with the chains. Hambledon Nursery School -

Wash Out Diane Jones - Diane wanted to be in next Beautiful Lantern and year’s panto. Bet she doesn’t now. Smoke Machine

Little Llama Lionel Mary Grove studied for her role Mike Blanchard - Lighting by consuming lots of grass, freely available in village. Merry Landlady and cast - Wardrobe Mistress, Costume Ballerinas Kitty and Rianna Kitty and Rianna are and Props hoping for better things in later life.

Wishee Washe Woo Rob Gale - had a very small part. Want to relive it or share the fun of The Merry Play-

Washouts/dancers Diane, Colin, Julie Working in ers Panto with friends and family? DVDs of it will be Widow Twankey’s Laundry is not for the fainthearted. available to buy in mid-February. The cost is £5.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 14 Eventful year for Community Fund

Generous Hambledonians help HCF reach initial target of £100,000, Surviving Winter Appeal, a good programme of events, report Katherine Evans and Julie Llewelyn. More at the Village Assembly

ambledonians were certainly in good spirits is until the end of June 2013. On top of all that, the over the festive season and responded gener- usual Gift Aid would give us a further 25% of any pre- H ously to our fund-raising pleas by raising over matched amount. £35,000 in one month! It was therefore an extremely good time to do- A huge thank you to those who helped us raise nate. Locals responded rapidly with donations of such large amounts – donations of all sizes were made around £12,000 and this grew quickly (when matched, by many, and together you made it possible for us to and matched again), in to the £30k+ we needed to reach this first target. Hambledon now has a sizeable reach our first target. nest egg and permanent, sustainable supply of divi- The government matching scheme continues and dends for grant-making. This should go a long way to will help with our next push to £150,000! help us continue to support its many groups and resi- With the government’s 50% matching scheme dents, both now and in the future. still in operation, we hope to maintain the momentum How you did it! You may remember that in our of our fund-raising efforts and make the most of their last article, we announced the start of an exciting new generous offer whilst it lasts. Various individuals and government scheme called the Community First Pro- groups have kindly offered to run some exciting fund- gramme. This programme allows any donation to lo- raising events for the HCF’s benefit over the next few cal, permanent funds like the HCF, to be government months – look out for tickets so you can come and join matched with a further 50% of funding. In addition, us! Your continued support through donations of any we had an offer from an extremely generous, anony- size is also much appreciated and thank you for con- mous donor, to match (like-for-like), the first £8,000 tinuing to purchase tea-towels, second-hand books, worth of any donations received whilst the Community bags and mugs from the village shop. It all helps! First matching programme was in effect – for us, this Future HCF Events ––– please come and support us!

Hamblerock III – Saturday 2 nd February 2013 Roger Matthews and his fabulous band, One Night Stand, promise to rock n’roll the roof off the village hall! Come and help us dance away the January blues! Tickets cost £12.50 and can be bought in the village shop or call 01483 420464. Includes nibbles. Cash bar. See page 7

Butterfly Supper – Friday 22nd March 2013, at 7.30pm Philip Underwood will entertain us with a supper in the village hall and his talk about Butterflies of the Chiddingfold Forest and Beyond . Look out for further details in the shop and in this magazine.

Midsummer Madness and Music – Saturday 8 th June 2013 Local group, ‘Solid Silver Productions’ will wow us with their amazing renditions of many much-loved West End musical hits. Enjoy the music with friends and family over a picnic in the beautiful gardens of Hydon End on Feathercombe Lane. Details coming soon, also page16!

Following a successful appeal last year, the nation- If you receive your winter fuel cheque from the wide Surviving Winter 2012 scheme, of which HCF is government this year and are fortunate enough to be a part, has now launched again to support older and able to offer it to the Surviving Winter scheme, please more vulnerable people through the winter months. follow directions on the page 27 of ways to donate. Thanks to your kind donations last year, and now this, Equally, if your group supports older or vul- we now have funds ring-fenced within the HCF to nerable people within the village and you require support the elderly and more vulnerable people within funding, or you know of any individual in need of our community. Indeed an individual grant to help support, please contact us. We act in confidence with the purchase of fuel winter fuel has recently been where requested. made.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 15 White stuff at The Cricket Club

What’s all white? It may be February, but with the AGM coming up this month and a call for help, this ever popular and growing Club that brings the Cricket Green to life in the season, is rearing to go as Chairman Arthur Blackman here describes

mportant: The Club’s Annual General Meeting We need your help with Coaching and Team for 2013 will be held on Tuesday 19 February at Manager(s) and Volunteers for all groups.

I 8pm at the Cricket Pavilion for Members to attend. If you are a colts Dad or Mum we need your This meeting is important as it is for the election help. Please call, Simon Rhodes 01428 682401 or, of Club Captains, Club Officers, Welfare Officer, Caroline Tristem 01428 685455 or Bob Cunningham, Colts Organisers etc. for the 2013 season and to dis- email [email protected]. The season runs cuss the club’s finances and future plans. from mid April through to end July and generally in- Anyone wishing to become a new or non-playing volves a training each Saturday morning or a week day member is welcome to attend and take part at the evening and there will be matches at the weekend ei- meeting and add to the discussions. ther on a Friday night or Sunday morning.

General Items: Training for helpers will be given via the Club

Hambledon Cricket Club – Senior Sides 2013 Coaches/Managers under the Surrey CC guidance etc.

We will be running a 1st XI League and & Friendly Should you require any information about the sides this year. Please contact us if you wish to play or club, please call, Martin Johnson 01483 452811; like to help in running the Club Matches, e g, scoring, Mark Burton 0781 370 8896, or our President, Mic. umpiring, making teas, or helping in other ways. Coleman 01428 682977.

Hambledon Cricket Club – Colts Section 2013 Don’t forget that Hambledon Cricket Club has We will run Colts sides in 2013 for Under 9s, 11s and its own website: www.hambledon.play-cricket.com, 13s. All age groups will be entered into the Berkley where many items of news, history, and the results etc. Sports League for their relevant age group and we are for 2012 and 2013 will be held. expecting between 8-10 league games for each age Arthur Blackman, Chairman group. More details on training and fixtures later.

Advance Notice... A Night at the Opera

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CARMEN – DON GIOVANNI – TOSCA – MAGIC FLUTE – TURANDOT – THE PEARL FISHERS LA BOHEME – RIGOLETTO – LES MISERABLES – WEST SIDE STORY AND MANY MORE Saturday 8 June 2013 at HYDON END, HAMBLEDON Picnic from 6.30pm Concert starts 8.00pm

Tickets £25 on sale April onwards (Pre-bookings accepted 01428 684362 or 01428 683871 ) All profits to the Hambledon Community Fund

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 16 Miserable start to 2013

The Dons began the new year in miserable fashion, getting thrashed after some odd refereeing decisions. And at home on Badger Park, dog owners are causing problems, says club skipper Matt Kiley

he Dons welcomed Chertsey Old Salesians for the left again and the cross was spilled by the nor- the last game of what was a rollercoaster 2012. mally-dependable Lee Gaywood for an easy tap in. T With John Bereget and Rob Green both in- The Dons had fallen apart and N.L.U looked like scor- jured, Hambledon welcomed back the Grove brothers. ing on every attack. The reverse fixture at the start of the season was a fei- To rub it in, when the ball was in the Dons’ box, sty affair and when, after barely five minutes, the and Walshy was beaten to it, a header from an N.L.U Chertsey striker offered Walshy a fight the tone of the striker was cleared off game was set. the line by Simon Hambledon settled after the early handbags and Richards. Yet the ref played some nice football in patches – one touch be- pointed to the penalty tween Wicksy, Grove and Barber especially pleasing spot and gave Will on the eye. The best chance fell to Hambledon when a Walsh a second yellow scramble in the box led to a great save from the Chert- and sent him off. It was sey keeper from Paul Wicks, then Jonny Suarez a very soft penalty – smashed the rebound against the cross bar. with not one player on Then Hambledon had a free kick of themselves the pitch calling for it. and the ball was hoisted into the box. The keeper But to give the second spilled the ball and it fell to Kerry Barber on the edge Will Wash - second yellow yellow card was just of the box and his shot was cleared off the line. Then, ridiculous. Paul Wicks, in no time, the ball was up the other end, where Chert- Simon Richards and Kerry Barber were then all shown sey’s quick winger went past Simon Rickards and Will yellow in the protests after the penalty. The penalty Mooney and scored with an excellent shot. was easily dispatched. Kerry Barber was replaced by Early in the second half Nick Brown missed a Nick Brown to prevent another sending off. penalty kick for the Dons and soon the tackles were It was a miserable start to the year and some flying in and after a scuffle, Chertsey’s loony striker harsh lessons were dished out to the Dons. The players was sent off. now have a week off to sort themselves out and give With an extra man Hambledon would surely re- 100 per cent next time. cover to win the match. First, Paul Wicks equalised with an excellent goal, curling the ball into the far cor- ner. Then Paul played in Will Grove, who smashed his shot into the net. Dog mess problem

Cleared off the line Next the Dons travelled to Leatherhead to face N.L.U lease note that Hambledon’s football pitch – to kick off 2013. The team started slowly and soon fell P Badger Park – is privately-owed land, which is a goal behind. In the second half, N.L.U’s second goal managed by Hambledon Football Trust. Anyone came after Hambledon again gave the ball away. who would like to use the pitch or hire it should N.L.U broke and won a corner, this was sent to the contact Martyn Grove on 01483 415815. back post and their skipper, with two hands on the Lately, we have been having problems with back of Matt Kiley, got his header in at the back post. dogs fouling the playing surface. Invariably, the To make matters worse, Jonny Suarez cleared off the dogs are being walked by their owners, who are line but the referee gave a goal even though he was on legally responsible for the dogs’ behaviour. the edge of the area looking through a crowded penalty If this continues, then we will take all meas- area. How he could give this goal with 100 per cent ures we can to trace the dogs’ owners and take certainty will never know. legal action against them. Then it was worse still –a long punt forward was If you see anyone walking their dog on the going to be headed clear by Matt Kiley, but goalie Lee pitch, please let them know it is private land. New called for it to be left. As the ball bounced through to signs will be going up in the coming weeks and, if him, it took a deflection to beat him and the N.L.U the problem continues, we will consider putting up striker nipped in to score from a tight angle. N.L.U fencing at the main entrance. made the game completely safe when they broke down

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 17 Spaced out for all time

Now we know why Magpie is spaced out – it’s all because of the influence of the BBC Light Programme in the 1950s

n early January, I was leafing through the This kick-started an interest in all things to do with ‘Register’section of The Times (obviously just to space, which is still with me today. In 1953 Charles I make sure that I was not included) when a name Chilton predicted that man would land on the moon in caught my eye, and instantly transported me to the 1965 (only four years out!). very early 1950s; in fact, right back to Journey into Anyway, I noticed that Charles Chilton MBE, Space . radio producer and writer of Journey into Space , who A couple of years before that, after despairing of was born in Kings Cross, London on June 15th 1917, my home-made crystal-set radio, I had constructed a had died on January 2nd 2013 aged 95. Thanks and “proper job”, with valves and things. farewell. After that, I was able to tune in to the BBC Light And, in the box below, a cheery – perhaps Programme, and be sent into the stars on the spaceship “thoughtful” – little piece all about divorce.

Luna, which was manned by the heroic Jet Morgan Magpie (played by Andrew Faulds, later to be a labour MP), Doc (played by Guy Kingsley-Pointer), Mitch (played by Don Sharp) and Lemmy (played by David Kossoff, then Alfie Bass, who would later go onto fame in The Army Game and Bootsie and Snudge – come on, you Grounds for divorce must remember those two, classic comedies from the early years of commercial television). All things to do with space A judge was interviewing a woman regarding her pending divorce, and asked: “What are the grounds for your divorce?” She replied: “About four acres and a nice little home in the middle of the property with a stream running by.” “No,” he said, “I mean what is the founda- tion of this case?” “It is made of concrete, bricks and mortar,” she responded. “I mean,” he continued, “what are your rela- tions like?” “I have an aunt and uncle living here in town, and so do my husband’s parents.” “Do you have a real grudge?” “No,” she replied, “We have a two-car car- port and have never really needed one.” “Please,” he tried again, “is there any infi- delity in your marriage?” “Yes, both my son and daughter have ste- reo sets. We don’t necessarily like the music, but the answer to your question is yes.” “Ma’am, does your husband ever beat you up?” “Yes,” she responded, “about twice a week he gets up earlier than I do.” Finally, in frustration, the judge asked, “Lady, why do you want a divorce?” “Oh, I don’t want a divorce,” she replied. “I’ve never wanted a divorce. My husband does. He says he can’t communicate with me.”

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 18 Puzzle Page

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February has many significant dates. 150 years ago the explorer Speke discovered that Lake Victoria is the source of the River Nile. 100 years ago Grand Central Terminal opened in New York City. 60 years ago scien- tists British Francis Crick and US James D Watson announced that they had discovered the double- helix structure of DNA. 25 years ago Comic Relief held it first Red Nose Day. 15 years ago Osama bin Laden issued a fatwa against all Jews and Crusaders.

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Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 19 The Garden Watch the garden starting to awake

February is usually one of the coldest months, but important for plants that need chill- ing. The weather may be at its worst, but bulbs are breaking through the soil, some buds on trees and shrubs are beginning to swell and birds are singing their hearts out. in February

pring flowering bulbs such as daffodils, hya- Trees and shrubs and hedges: Prune winter- cinths, some tulips typically require a period of flowering shrubs and hardy evergreen hedges and S winter cold in order to flower successfully. Also overgrown deciduous ones. On good days shrubs, fruit trees and bushes: apples, pears, cherries, black- trees and hedges can also be planted. currants and plums need specific amounts of winter Fruit and veg: Prune any blueberry bushes, but chilling to flower and fruit productively. not any that are less than four years old, although Perennials, annuals and bulbs: branches that are too long can be shortened; they fruit What to do with overwintered tender plants : once light best on branches that are two to three years old; if the levels and temperatures increase, these tender plants bush is older, remove weak or spindly growth first; will start coming into growth; pelargonium: water then cut the oldest and least productive shoots to their these sparingly until growth resumes in spring, then point of origin; aim to remove about a quarter of the start giving them a balanced liquid feed at 7-10 days main branches every year in early spring to encourage intervals and cuttings can be taken from their new fresh growth from the base. Towards the end of the shoots as they grow when 1 inch or so long. Fuchsia: month apply a general-purpose fertilizer to tree, bush in early spring prune stems to one or two buds on each and cane fruit and mulch with well-rotted manure or shoot and remove all weak and crossing branches to garden compost. Topdress citrus trees in pots with keep a shapely open bush; repot giving new compost fresh compost and repot if necessary. and place in good light and warmer conditions and There is a debate whether chitting potatoes in- water in thoroughly; increase watering as growth be- creases crops; but it’s still a useful way to encourage gins; start feeding six to eight weeks after re-potting shoots to grow short and neat, to avoid having to dis- and take cuttings. Dahlia: pot up tubers, stored dry, in entangle the mess of long shoots, if the bag is left in a late February or early March; as potted tubers come cupboard until planting time. into growth, they can be divided when the shoots are 1 Sow greenhouse tomatoes, peppers and auber- inch tall; remove tubers from the compost and separate gines indoors. Sow some vegetables under cover thi into portions with both roots and shoots using a sharp month to plant out under cloches next month. Sow knife; pot up sections individually and grow on at 10- broadbeans towards the end of the month. 16ºC; also cuttings can be taken from the new growth. Greenhouse borders often lie empty until the Complete pruning of climbing roses and rose tomatoes go out in about May; this month in a heated bushes before new growth becomes too strong; there is green house, conservatory or even home windowsill still time to plant roses. Prune mahonias once flower- any quick-growing leafy crops can be grown, e.g. let- ing has finished by removing spent flowers at the base; tuce, pakchoi, spinach, mizuna and mustard; they can overlong shoots can also be cut back now. Prune sum- be cut at any stage; wait until next month with sowing mer-flowering deciduous shrubs such as buddleia. in un-heated greenhouse or cold frame when warmer. Towards the end of the month late flowering To prepare for early vegetable crops, warm soil clematis can be pruned once the buds start to swell; cut by covering seedbeds with polythene or cloches. back old stems to a strong pair of buds, about 30cm Lawn: above ground level; take precautions against slugs and Keep off the grass as much as possible in frosty snails, which like to nibble young clematis shoots. or snowy conditions. Remove mole hills from your Lift and divide clumps of herbaceous perennials lawns, as this month marks the start of the breeding if the weather is mild enough for the ground to be season, so these usually solitary creatures become worked; replant immediately wherever possible. more active in search for a mate; the soil is useful as topdressing for the grass. Hardy camellias are in full bloom this month; they prefer moist well-drained acid soil, but can grow Maintenance: if snow falls, remove from greenhouses in containers in ericaceous compost if the soil is not and conservatories to prevent damage to glass and suitable; the problems are leaf and bud drop or failure allow light penetration. In dry spells treat timber struc- to flower; avoid this by watering regularly in summer tures with wood preservative and stain. Make or buy a when buds are forming; also mulch to keep moisture; coldframe in preparation for hardening off plants later. do not feed plants after the end of July – late or exces- Wildlife: sive feeding can cause bud drop; move pot-grown ca- put up nesting boxes for birds before nesting mellias close to the house in winter. gets under way in earnest. And don’t forget to con- tinue feeding them as this month can still be very cold.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 20 in the South East South East in the South in the Curry a favourite The best cookery corner East South East in the South in the

Okay, we admit it, we have a penchant for curry recipes in this column, and here’s a smasher, which is complemented nicely by a cool, refreshing dessert

Chilli lamb & coconut curry

2 table spoons sunflower oil 250 grams chestnut mushrooms, halved 500 grams diced lamb leg steak 160 ml can coconut cream 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 tale spoons natural yogurt 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped Juice of ½ lemon 1 table spoon chopped root ginger 1 tea spoon garam masala 2 tea spoons ground coriander 25 grams fresh coriander, chopped 1 tea spoon ground cumin 1 red chilli, de-seeded and finely chopped, plus extra for 200 ml beef stock optional garnish

Heat half the oil in a flameproof casserole; add the lamb. Brown then remove with a slotted spoon. Add the remaining oil to the casserole and tip in the on- ion, garlic and ginger. Cook over a medium heat for a couple of minutes until softened but not browned. Return the lamb to the pan and add the spices, chilli and seasoning. Cook for a minute, stirring, then add the stock. Bring to the boil, cover, and simmer gently for 45 minutes until the lamb is nearly tender, stir- ring occasionally. Add the mushrooms, coconut cream, yogurt and lemon juice and simmer for a further 10 minutes uncovered, until the mushrooms are cooked and the sauce is creamy. Stir in the garam masala. Divide between 4 bowls, scatter with the coriander and garnish with chilli (if using), and serve. Serves four

Merlot-poached pears 1 vanilla pod, halved 2 cinnamon sticks 500ml merlot grape juice 4 ripe pears, peeled and kept whole with the stalk intact 60 grams half-fat crème fraîche, to serve

Place the vanilla pod, cinnamon sticks, grape juice and 200ml water in a large saucepan. Add the pears and bring to the boil. Turn down the heat to ‘simmer’, cover with a lid and poach the pears for 20-30 minutes, turning once in a while. The pears are ready when a cocktail stick can easily be inserted into the flesh and they are tender all the way through. Remove from the heat and leave to cool in the pan. Serve the pears warm or chilled with the juice and a small spoonful of the crème fraîche. Serves four.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 21 Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 22

The sermon challenge GOD IN THE The Rev Michael Burgess begins a new way of looking at the sacred in art, beginning with a famous Pre-Raphaelite painting, My First Sermon ARTS

here is a story of two men talking about their to draw us into that mysterious, life-giving realm of new vicar. One says to the other: “This new the Word, Jesus. The words spoken must make a T one’s not a patch on the old vicar. With the old straight path for the Lord to reach each human heart. one preaching, I was asleep in five minutes. With the The two paintings of Millais depict the reality new one, it takes all of ten.” and fragility of this endeavour. Sometimes our atten- Some churches in times past employed tion is engaged and we are alert; at other times, ‘sluggard-walkers’, who had long rods and walked drowsiness closes our eyes and even our hearts to the down the aisles, ready to wake up the faithful if they good news of salvation. On occasions the sermon hits had nodded off during the sermon. What would they the mark and sows seeds, which can bear fruit. At have done with the man who dreamt he was preaching other times, all kinds of factors mitigate against the at St Paul’s, woke up and found that he was? sermon’s success. Sluggard-walkers are not needed for this month’s Let us pray that as listener or as preacher, we painting, My First Sermon by John Everett Millais. It may be aware of the dynamic power of the Word, hangs in the Guildhall Art Gallery in London, which which, as Karl Rahner wrote, calls us “out of the little houses the art collection of our capital city. The gallery house of our homely, close-hugged truths into the is built on the site of an amphitheatre and was only strangeness of the mystery of God that is our real completed in 1999, having replaced a building that home”. was destroyed in the blitz of 1941. It has over 4,000 works, many of them from the Victorian and Pre-Raphaelite period. Among them is this painting by Millais, which depicts Effie, his five- year-old daughter sitting in Kingston Church. She is dressed properly and sensibly for the occasion, with feathered hat, muff and a cloak of vivid red. Her mother’s prayer book and gloves are by her side. Effie is listening with great concentration .

Sentimental portraits When the painting was exhibited in 1863, it was a great success. In the fol- lowing year Millais produced My Sec- ond Sermon – a very different occasion, for Effie has now fallen asleep with her hat by her side. Millais was often criti- cised for his sentimental portraits of children as in Cherry Ripe and Bubbles. But in 1864 the Archbishop of Canter- bury, Charles Longley, praised this sec- ond painting for reminding us of “the evil of lengthy sermons and drowsy discourses.”. As we look at Effie – alert one Sunday, asleep the next – we can smile. But we might also ask how we respond to the Word that comes to us through the medium of words in the weekly ser- mon. The preacher has the daunting task of using this everyday coinage of words Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 23 Secure that shed

Thieves often spot easy pickings in outbuildings and sheds, as recent burglaries in Enton showed. So Hambledon’s neighbourhood police officer, Tracey Taylor, offers some tips on how to combat them. But, first, some words about bad driving

e have had some anti-social driving reported to Lighting is a deterrent Making thieves feel exposed W us by residents at Hambledon Park over the when approaching your property helps reduce the risk weekend of 5 and 6 January 2013. Anti-social driving of burglary. Install low wattage lighting that comes on can range from careless driving to deliberate activity. automatically at dusk and goes off at dawn. Locate It not only affects road users’ safety but also the qual- lights carefully so they don’t create dark shadowed ity of life in local neighbourhoods. Using the powers areas that could provide hiding places for thieves. available to us under section 59 of the Police Reform Act, we can give a warning or seize a vehicle. We are Let nature help Nature can help provide an effective urging residents to call 101 to report any ongoing anti- and attractive deterrent. Select your plants carefully. social vehicle issues and, if possible, provide police Holly and hawthorn are particularly difficult to get with vehicle details including the number plate. through. Protect drainpipes with anti-climb paint or a Sadly, I have to report that over the same week- climbing rose. Plant prickly, deciduous shrubs next to end we saw a series of shed burglaries at Enton Allot- walls or fences as an effective barrier. ments, Lakes Lane, Witley. Therefore I have included A belated Happy New Year from Dave and my- some relevant crime-prevention advice. self. We will be out when on duty, please feel free to stop either of us. To contact us call on 01483 630086 Reducing garage, shed and garden crime or email [email protected]. Burglars aren’t only interested in the valuables inside your house. Equipment kept in a garage, shed or gar- den can be just as tempting. Many houses are securely alarmed, but garages and sheds often offer easy pick- ings. By following this advice you can deter burglars.

Sheds, garages and outbuildings Use good quality fixings and a padlock to secure shed and garage tools. To prevent a burglar from unscrewing door hinges, use anti tamper screws or smear hard setting glue on the screw heads. If possible, lock windows or fit internal bars or grilles. Install either a mains-powered or bat- tery-powered shed alarm – available from DIY stores.

Tools and equipment Use forensic coding product to “property mark” all valuable tools and equipment with your postcode and/or house number. This makes items uniquely identifiable. Secure lawnmowers and other valuable equipment to a strong wall. Lock tools away when you aren’t using them. Register valuable equip- ment at www.immobilise.com or photograph items and take note of make and model and any serial num- bers. If possible, fit a lockable wire-cage for storing your expensive items inside your shed.

In the garden Lay crunchy gravel on the approach to your house. Thieves hate drawing attention to them- selves by making a noise. Your wheelie bin could be used as a climbing aid or a means of transporting sto- len property. Secure it by padlocking it to a wall bracket or drainpipe, or position it away from the ac- cessible windows. Securing the perimeter of your gar- den will help protect your property. Plant low hedges or install low good quality fencing – it will make a burglar feel exposed and perhaps think twice. A good option is trellis fencing, which doesn’t obstruct visibil- ity and is difficult to climb over.

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 24 Puzzle Solutions Word Search Victoria double years helix comic relief structure Speke Red

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Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 25 Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 26 Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 27 Useful Information and Telephone Numbers

GP SURGERIES AND HEALTH CENTRES

Witley – The Surgery, Wheeler Lane, Witley GU8 5QR Tel: Doctors 01428 682218 Community Nurses 01428 685249 Health Visitors 01428 685249

Milford – Hurst Farm Surgery, Chapel Lane, Milford GU8 4EG Tel: Doctors 01483 415885

Crossroads Surgery, Church Road, Milford GU8 5JQ Tel: Doctors 01483 414461 Health Visitors & Community Nurses 01483 415564

Chiddingfold – Ridgeley Road, GU8 4QP Tel: Doctors 01428 683174 Community Nurses 01428 683735

HOSPITALS

Royal Surrey County Hospital 01483 571122 Milford Hospital 01483 782000

Equipment for short term use Some items only required for a short time (usually 3 months) may be borrowed. Type of equipment available includes bed blocks, bed cradles, back rests, commodes, wheelchairs, bed pans, urinals. Contact: British Red Cross, Equipment Loan Centre, Wey Court, off Meadrow, Godalming, GU7 3JE. Tel: 01483 429253 Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm

POLICE Neighbourhood Specialist Officer: PC Tracey Taylor PCSO Dave Boxall 01483 630086 Email address [email protected] Urgent calls 999 Non-urgent and crime reporting 101

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH CO-ORDINATORS Chief co-ordinator Mr R Vickery 01428 682036 Area 1 Mr R. Kilsby 01483 423637 Area 2 Mr A.G. Blackman Church Lane 01428 683871 Area 3 Miss J. Woolley Woodlands Road 01428 684213 Area 4 Mrs C. Pitt Malthouse Lane 01428 682940 Area 5 Mr A. Hammond Cricket Green 01428 683625 Area 6 Mr J. Tidmarsh Lane End 01428 682067 Area 7 Mr I. Campbell Feathercombe Lane 01483 860264

UTILITIES

Thames Water (Customer Enquiries) 0845 9200800 Southern Water (Customer Enquiries) 0845 2780845 Southern Electric (Emergency) 24 Hours 0845 7708090 Gas (Emergency) 24 hours 0800 111 999

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 28 HAMBLEDON PARISH COUNCIL

Chairman John Anderson 01428 682666

Vice-Chairman Philip Underwood 01428 682742

Councillors Karen Jones 01428 681339 Mike Parry 01428 682303 Paul Pattinson 01428 682000 Stewart Payne 01483 425250 Peter Spall 01428 683555 Clerk Jane Woolley 01428 684213

Surrey County Councillor Dr Andrew Povey, 01483 267443

Waverley Borough Councillors

Liz Cable 01428 682640 Adam Taylor-Smith 01483 555573

GENERAL

Borough Hall 01483 523333

Cinema Borough Hall (Tickets & Information) 01483 523004

Library 01483 422743

Hambledon Village Shop is able to arrange deliveries 01428 682176

St Peter’s Hambledon – church office 01483 421267 (see page 3 for more information)

Hambledon Village Hall – for terms and bookings 01428 683588

Train Information Times and fares for all national services 0845 7484950

GOOD NEIGHBOUR SCHEME

Lifts to medical appointments, collecting prescriptions for Hambledon residents without transport, ring 01428 682959. If no response within 24 hours please call 01428 682702

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Milford Veterinary Surgery 37, New Road, Milford 01483 414747 Rivendell 24, St Johns Street, 01483 421833 In an emergency, ring either number

Hambledon Village Shop & Post Office Opening Times

Shop Post Office Monday 9 – 5.00 9.30 – 12.30 1.30 – 4.30 Tuesday 9 – 5.00 9.30 – 12.30 Closed Wednesday 9 – 5.00 9.30 – 12.30 Closed Thursday 9 – 5.00 9.30 – 12.30 1.30 – 4.30 Friday 9 – 5.00 9.30 – 12.30 1.30 – 4.30 Saturday 9 – 1.00 9.30 – 12.30 Closed Sunday 9 – 12.00 Closed Closed

Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 29 Hambledon Parish Magazine, February 2013, Page 30 LOCAL LOGS

2-year-old seasoned hardwood logs. Felled and processed within a mile of the LOGS 4 SALE village.

■ Large builders bag approx 0.8cm £65 SEASONED FIREWOOD ■ Full pick-up load approx 1.2cm FOR WOOD BURNERS £85 ■ delivered to your drive AND OPEN FIRES

Find me a new customer and get £5 off FREE LOCAL DELIVERY your next order.

The logs are mainly hazel, which is rated alongside oak as a top-burning, high- energy-output, TEL: 07796 147697 non-pitting wood. 01428 684301

To order or further enquiries, please EMAIL: contact: [email protected] [email protected] Tel. 07952 429071

EMB GARDEN SERVICES

► Garden Maintenance

► Lawn cutting and care

► Hedge cutting

► Fencing

► Patio laying and pointing

► Fully Insured

Call Martin on 01428 684674 or 07929 937965 Call Eddie on 07727 133937

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