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It is very de- ous planning applications East Surrey MP, Mr Peter pressing, unsightly and have been submitted by the Ainsworth, Shadow Secre- wasteful.” owner to Tandridge District tary of State for the Envi- Council for redevelopment ronment, Food and Rural of the site. There the Affairs, said: “This really Story continued process mysteriously grinds has gone on far too long. on centre pages ARNOLD & SELF REMOVALS & STORAGE Your local Share the experience... removals experts Book an ESPA body treatment for • Domestic & Commercial yourself and a friend and both receive a • Warehousing & complimentary Revitaliser Facial Distribution Every • Archive storage ESPA treatment is a totally caring experience and the ultimate in • UK & European luxury. By taking a holistic approach, the treatments are as much for the inner-self and mind as they are for face and body. 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Sometimes the Adult Education Centre be much more understand- in Caterham Valley, leaving Excellence’ dridge District Councils for public action does have a ing that some of the pro- the erection of a four foot real impact. many local residents angry ceeds at least will be "I am also very pleased that and upset at the loss of the reinvested into this town,” Burtenshaw’s Beat 5 high metal fence around the perimeter track of Ken- the MoD, Air Cadets, Glid- facility. ‘Surplus to require- she said. “There is a lot of by Tandridge ley Airfield. Instead, the ing Club and local authori- ment’ assets such as these work currently going on at Neighbourhood MoD is working with officers ties are now working are being sold across the the Council to do with a Inspector, Elaine from the two local authori- together to ensure the con- county to help make up the business case for a new Burtenshaw ties, the City of London tinued safety of gliding and huge shortfall in govern- ‘community hub’ and I am (which manages Kenley public use while maintain- ment subsidies for Surrey. very pleased at what has de Stafford in the 6 Common), Surrey Hills ing access around the Air- The popular community been decided so far – it will community Gliding Club and others to field perimeter. I urge all centre in the old drill hall in tick a lot of boxes. The by Mark Phillips help improve public access those who visit the Airfield Godstone Road was another Youth Development Service and safety at the Airfield. to keep to the public areas asset sold by Surrey County is identifying the needs of Schools’ news 6-7 Hilary Turner, District and and follow safety advice." Council. But will the money the youth of Caterham and raised from the sales be it is recognised and still on Sea Cadets’ 8 reinvested in Caterham, a the plan that Caterham will Awards Evening Derek’s on wheels! growing town that needs a get a youth facility. In the A local World War II veteran new youth facility, amongst meantime, I am pleased to Wildlife article 8 is able to get out and about other things? Surrey say that the Baptist Church by Adele Brand again now, thanks to a do- County Councillor for Cater- users are now able to use nation from the British Le- ham Valley, Cllr. Sally the car park at the old Adult Marks, gave us an update Rose & Young 10-11 gion Benevolent Fund. Ex Education Centre.” Serjeant Major of the Royal In the Garden 12 Army Service Corps (Logis- Shelley’s Music and Movement by Alec Herbert tic Corps), Derek Runciman, is disabled and getting out Personal Trainer, Shelley Quick Quiz 12 to visit his wife’s grave or Baker, is using her skills to join his friends at the Legion bring music and movement used to be a slow and ardu- Life Time 13 to the elderly residents of ous task. Derek now has Derek), said: “The Legion by Anna Martin local old people’s homes. the freedom to get around is still working in the area “It all started when my nan with ease, thanks to his and we can offer help to ex- came to live with us when What’s On 15 new motorised scooter, paid servicemen if they need as- she was unwell,” explained for by the fund. sistance.” Shelley. “I went through Sport 15,17 President of the Caterham Peter can be contacted on some gentle exercises to Royal British Legion and Ex- 01883 348221. All en- music with her to lift her Classifieds 16 Servicemen’s Club, Peter quiries will be handled in spirits and she really en- Shelley’s weekly classes are McNeil (pictured above with confidence. joyed it. 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Despite the weather, the atmosphere was cheerful and the runners from all age groups showed true fortitude as they squelched their way across the 1km Fun Run or the 5km race. So far the event has raised over £1,000 for Marie Curie and other Rotary charities. Rotarian, The youngest Richard York said: “The event has been a great success and we will defi- runner, Jack Arnold, Maria Addaway, the nitely organise another Fun Run for the raised £250 for Marie fastest lady in the 5km Sunday before Easter next year.