life in haslemere

FREE(value £3.00)

Business, Care, Christmas, Food, Gardening, Health, News, Style, What’s on

Co v e r i n g : B e a c o n H i l l , C h i d d i n g fo l d , C h u r t , Fe r n h u r s t , G ra y s h o t t , H i n d h e a d , L i p h o o k , M i l l a n d a n d M i l fo r d

ISSUE 37December 2012 / January 2013

A Tindle publication

WIN!A BoschVacuum

Cleaner fromC.J.Hampshire

in HaslemereFestive cheer

rocks!Embellishment

LIH37_p01_front.indd 1 29/11/2012 10:55

Snug Interiors • London Road • Rake • Nr. Petersfield • Hampshire • GU33 7PQ

t: 01730 894 754 e: [email protected] w: www.snug-interiors.com

LIH37_p02.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:44

3www.lifemags.co.uk Life in Haslemere

welcome

W ith all the festivitiesof Christmas and theexcitement of New

Year, our December and Januaryissue definitely has a party theme- filled with everything you needto get you looking and feelingfabulous this 2013! First thingsfirst, we all know appearanceis everything at a party. So, tomake sure you’re partying instyle, we’ve been looking at thelatest embellishment trend – featuring metallics, sequins andfor the real party animals, leather! But if you’re worried afterthe indulgence of the Christmas period you won’t fit into yourfunky party outfit, fear not as for our health feature we’ve beengetting up close and personal with Haslemere’s personal trainers,discovering new ways to beat the bulge this winter. For those thatwere good and didn’t eat too much at Christmas and have insteadbeen left with a lifetime’s supply of leftovers, the food sectionhas plenty of creative ways to transform your food into deliciousdishes.And if you’ve had your fill of partying and much prefer the idea

of an early night in, we’ve been talking to interiors’ expert CharlieSmith about how we can turn our bedroom into a cosy sanctuary.We hope you enjoy the party!

Alana HebentonContent [email protected]

Remember follow us @lifemags on Twitter

for the latest Haslemere insights.

welcomeParty time!

L

Photographer:Stephanie Swannwww.stephanieswannphotography.co.ukModel: Alice M -Sapphires Model ManagementDress: Ruan KitchenerRing: Poppy RocksHair and Make-up:Harry AndreouHair and Make-up Assistant:Aaron Page

Connecting communities

Beau-Port Kitchens Ltd. 2 & 3 Bellhanger Business Park,Bentworth, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5QZ

www.beau-port-kitchens.comT: 0845 230 15 45

BEAU-PORT KITCHENS

Our 2000 sq ft showroom nowalso offers a range of interiorsolutions for other areas ofyour home, including fittedBedrooms, Home Offices,Utility/Laundry Rooms andeven Media Rooms.

New

LIH37_p03_welcome.indd 3 29/11/2012 10:56

4 Life in Haslemere Issue 37 December 2012 / January 2013

contents

34 CareLocal care news

36 Grayshott newsFather Christmas comesto Grayshott, GrayshottConcerts win a nationalprize, Hidden gardensof Grayshott, Railingsrestored

38 ArtsYes, it’s that time ofyear again “Oh no itisn’t!”, Blast from thepast – A VictorianChristmas

40 What’s On

41 CompetitionCJ Hampshire

42 DirectoryLocal contactsAdvertising listDistribution points

contents

interiorsinteriorsinteriors12 style

83 Welcome

6 NewsBeauty with a purpose,Christmas Carollingwith the Chamber, 90years of Haslemeremusic, Funky fungimorning at themuseum, Time fortennis

8 StyleEmbellishment rocks

12 InteriorsTransform yourbedroom into asanctuary

14 ProfileNadine Gilbert

16 Christmas gift guideLife in Haslemere’slittle helper

20 HealthLet’s get personal

22 FoodLove your leftovers

24 DrinkFestive cheer inHaslemere

26 GardeningYour garden needs you

28 Chamber focusHard work for theChamber

30 Business newsViva Alan Bakerdesign, Nominationsnow for Haslemeremum, Happy feetin Haslemere, Ine-business, Chillingcharity, Bloomingbusiness, Late nightshopping at LytheHill, Look after youremotional healthlocally, New exercise inHaslemerechamber

28

Reach in excess of60,000 readers inEast Hampshire,South West Surreyand West Sussexby advertising acrossboth our titles

LIH37_p04_Contents.indd 4 29/11/2012 12:40

*Exc

lusion

sapp

ly

Basin Taps

from £70Lighting

from £45Heated Towel Radiators

from £145

Accessories

from £20Basins

from £140Baths

from £175

Desig

nedb

ywww

.farro

wcrea

tive.c

o.uk

* ')!01-$)#-,-"1) ')+%.0-)+-" (0-&1""$/

T: 01730 231050www.littlejohn.co.uk16 Amey Industrial Estate, Frenchmans Road,

,'+'.-*'4(0 5/31-#".' !&$% $)2

NEW

YEAR

SALE28th

December 2012to

31st January 2013

GREAT DEALS IN STORE ON BRANDS INCLUDING:Villeroy & Boch, Daryl, Hansgrohe, Duravit, Keuco, Matki, Porcelanosa*Vi

LIH37_p05.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:45


news

Funky FungiMorning atthe MuseumSara Shepley and Peter Herring treatedvisitors of Haslemere Museum to aplethora of funky fungi when they heldtheir talk. The knowledgeable fungienthusiasts brought with them many traysof mushrooms, toadstools and other fungiincluding Wax Caps, Chicken of the Woods,Poison Pie, Weeping Widow and Stinkhornand were on hand to talk about theconditions that each fungi needed in whichto flourish and where they could be foundlocally. They also identified fungi broughtin by visitors and talked about their uses.

Haslemere Educational Museum,01428 642112

2013 sees the Haslemere Musical Societycelebrate its 90th birthday. This much-loved society has entertained music-goersconsistently with high-quality classicalconcerts. Its first concert in 1923 began withBeethoven and its first concert of 2013 willcelebrate with Mendelssohn’s Elijah, one ofthe great works for chorus and orchestra.

The society is one of the few in Englandwhich has both its own choir and its ownorchestra, as well as a buoyant membershipof nearly 90. It is always on the look-outfor new members and those interestedwill find more details on the Haslemere

Haslemere based Rebecca Dyer has reachedthe finals of the Miss Hampshire heat inthe country’s biggest beauty competition,Miss England. As part of the competitionRebecca has individually raised over £3000for charities and over £8000 as part of ateam.

Rebecca explains, “I have taken part insponsored ‘No Make-up Days’, held concertsfor local bands and collected spare change!”

Rebecca’s current scheme is a charity rafflefor Help the Heroes, a charity particularlyclose to Rebecca’s heart as her fiancé was asoldier when they first met and was injuredon a tour of duty in Afghanistan. “I haveseen the amazing good that the charitydoes, and I am very proud to know thatthe money I raise can help someone else’ssoldier.”

To get prizes for the raffle, due to takeplace on the 7 March, Rebecca has receivedsupport from a number of Haslemerebusinesses including the Aqua Roma spa,the Lythe Hill Hotel and The Luxury Gap.

Lisa Huggins of Luxury Gap comments,“We felt we wanted to help her anyway we

The tennis members of Grayshott Spawere given a very pleasant surprise lastMonday when reigning WimbledonDoubles Champion, Jonny Marray,

Beauty with a purposeRebecca Dyer

could to continue this fabulous effort butalso for a fantastic charity. On this basis,we have not only donated a prize for herforthcoming raffle but also have offeredto support her in helping her competein the competition and be offering her acomplementary make up master class.”

If you are interested in buying raffle tickets forRebecca’s charity raffle contact 07729557395

90 years of Haslemere music

Members of the chorus and orchestraof Haslemere Musical Society

Musical Society website or by phoning JoeMcDonald, the society’s marketing director,on 01428 645062

Christmascarolling withthe ChamberThe Christmas season will officially startin Haslemere on Wednesday 12 Decemberwith Haslemere Chamber of Trade andCommerce’s Carol Concert. Taking placeoutside The White Horse in the HighStreet, the festive fun kicks off at 7pm.This annual event is the Chamber’s way ofsaying a huge “Thank you” to the people ofHaslemere for supporting local businesses,particularly during the summer monthswhen the town was almost cut off due tothe gas works.

Last year, around 500 people gatheredaround the war memorial to sing ChristmasCarols and enjoy the complimentary mincepies, kindly donated by local retailersincluding Waitrose, Tesco, Co-op and TheGranary, accompanied by free mulled wine.

The evening will be topped off with a visitfrom Father Christmas on his sleigh.

If you would like to help out with handingout the mince pies etc – contact [email protected] or call on 07583 342845

Time for tennis

John Marray with Grayshott Spa Group

dropped by for a spot of tennis on theindoor courts.

Currently preparing for a series of clinicsand exhibitions with The Tennis Circus,Jonny teamed up with Grayshott Spa Headcoach, and Tennis Circus founder, DannySapsford, to give a doubles master class.

Not only was Jonny impressed with thefantastic facilities on offer at the Spa, healso found some very encouraging wordsfor the enthusiastic players.

“It’s always so inspiring for members tointeract with the stars that they usuallyonly see on the TV”, said Danny. “It wasa real treat, and one that I’m sure they’llremember for a very long time.”

For details of Tennis at Grayshott contactClub Membership on 07886 837638

LIH37_p06_News.indd 6 29/11/2012 11:00

this is

my Signature...

...a great game of chessAlways one for a good game of chess, Stanleyneeded a bigger challenge so we found alocal chess champion to play against.

Moorlands Lodge Surrey

To find out more about the unique care we offer

call us today on 01428 601 200signature-care-homes.co.uk

At Signature Care Homes we are passionate about helping youlive the life you have always loved. Everything we do is aboutyou. Be it the exceptional levels of personal care, the superb diningfacilities and extensive daily activities, not to mention the stunningaccommodation that offers luxury alongside comfort and safety.

It has all been created to deliver the very best quality of life –

your Signature life. Where lifestyle and care go hand in hand.

Planning for Care23rdJanuaryCall now to bookyour place

Info

rmation & Advic

e

LIH37_p07.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:46


style

This season’s embellishment trend allows us to add atouch of femininity to our tough exterior.

Embellishmentrocks!

Sari silk skirts, £45, Charlotte’s Web

Twinkle glitter midnight purse,£350, Anya

Cream dress from Lovestruck with jewelledembellishment, £50, Black jacket fromLovestruck, £29.50, Necklace, £18, Clova

Gold/black zig-zag dressfrom Lovestruck, £39, Clova

Silver Sequinned dress andover piece, £225, East

Calling all rock queens and grunge goddesses!

Metallic is a staple, popping up in everything from chicfitted dresses to funky accessories – perfect for adding atouch of shimmer to daytime looks

LIH37_p8_9_Style.indd 8 29/11/2012 11:01


Esprit Metallic shift dress,£99, Hengelo

Metallic purse, £18, Charlotte’s Web

style

Ladies, are you ready to rock?Anya, 01428 658 255www.anyahaslemere.co.ukCharlotte’s Webwww.charlotteswebuk.comClova, 01428 653935www.clovahaslemere.co.ukEast, 01428 651927www.east.co.ukHengelo, 01428 644911www.hengeloshop.comWoodie and Morris, 01428 641771www.woodieandmorris.co.uk

Embellished top, £35,Woodie and Morris

Nina Boucle Jacket withglitter embellishment, bySecond Female, £90, Hengelo

Black dress with gold trimby Lovestruck, £42, Clova

Sari silk skirts, £45, Charlotte’s Web

Silver sequin jacket, £150, East

LIH37_p8_9_Style.indd 9 29/11/2012 11:02

LIH37_p10.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:46

A99 $S<ECR I&D IMI<9IG<9<P4 ISC E%SSCEP IP P>C P<7C %B @%<&@ P% $SCRR

A portrait of fine livingEnjoy the best of life at Wispers ParkRetirement Village

!75>+@>)$@1"1@85 AA $*.+589:)<+1= 9$)?

@#@;*</ 15(*5%.3>:#5 ' .55 2:1=:)1.5$24

5I9CR =C&PSC I&D 5>%L '%7C

O$C& 2CD&CRDI4 P% 5N&DI4 J FHI7 J .$7

H*.. .F+ */+-$*<85<,:#5.0>:0)&-%*.751.

!N6NS4 F 1 0 GCDS%%7 I$ISP7C&PR 1 E%N&PS4Q

E9NG RCP <& 0- IESCR %B GCINP<BN9 E%N&PS4R<DC

;6E9NR<MC94 B%S P>C %MCS ,HRQ

5N$$%SP 1 EISC $IE:I@CR PI<9%SCD P% 4%NSQ

&CCDR <B SC#N<SCD

B@.$5#5156 !)115=2<R$CSR 8IS:K 2<R$CSR !I&CK

5NSSC4K (30F FA?

F I&D 0 GCDS%%7 I$ISP7C&PR

BS%7 "F))K-HH

LIH37_p11.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:47


interiors

Alan Baker & Co Interior Design, 01428 288313Charlie Smith Home Styling, 0777 0568307Isabel Ballardie Interiors Ltd, 01252 821362Karen Mackenzie Interiors Limited, 01428 751473

My top tips for a calmer, cosier,comfortable bedroom:

LIGHTING IN THE BEDROOMLighting in the bedroom should set themood. Don’t go sterile; you need asoothing, calm ambience in the bedroom.

Use side lamps for task lighting andconsider using a dimmer switch which youcan control from your bedside - always agood mood enhancer, soothing or romantic.

YOUR BED IS YOUR FOCAL POINTMake your bed the focal point; your bed asthe centre stage. Use dramatic colours onyour bed to invite you in, with sumptuousthrows, lots of textured soft fabrics andcolourful cushions to make it a pleasure tolook at and snuggle in.

BEDDINGWhen buying bedding you definitely getwhat you pay for. Crispy sheets are notan option for a good night’s comfort. Softcotton linens, pillows that your head sinkinto and luxurious bed spreads make for aperfect night’s sleep. On these cold winternights nothing beats a good old-fashionedhot water bottle too, as getting into a warmbed is heaven. A fluffy cover is a must.

COLOURUse soothing colours in the bedroom.Mossy green, sand and tan tones all makethe mind revert to nature, thus creatingpeace and tranquillity. Using darker toneson accent walls (chocolate browns,

deep purples and sea blues) can bring adeeper ambience and help to create a calmspace.

GO GREENPlants reduce stress levels, so add somegreenery to your space or alternativelyhave fresh flowers in the room. Nothing isas delicious as the smell and look of freshflowers last thing at night and first thing inthe morning. Eucalyptus and lilies are afavourite of mine.

NO CLUTTERKeep your space clean and clutter free.When your bedroom is organised yourmind will be too and these all make for agood nights sleep.

Your bedroom should be a place whereyour worries drift away. It’s a place to berelaxed and at peace, ready for a new day…

Transform yourbedroom intoyour sanctuary

With all the stresses and worry we have in our lives today, life inthe bedroom is the one place we can forget about our woes. Ourbedroom is a place to unwind, relax and recharge. Through lighting,the use of colour, fabrics, throws, cushions and candles you can comehome to a bedroom you will call your sanctuaryWords Charlie Smith.

Charlie Smith Home Styling



Karen Mackenzie Interiors Limited

Isabel Ballardie Interiors Ltd

Alan Baker & Co Interior Design

LIH37_p12_interiors.indd 1 29/11/2012 11:02


Visit our Interior Design Studiowith over 2000 sqft of stock

Unit B, Bleaches Yard, Station Road, Liphook GU30 7SY. MON-SAT 10 - 3

www.russellsfurniture.co.uk www.russellsinteriors.co.uk

LIH37_p13.indd 13 29/11/2012 13:00


profile

“I believe in the adage ‘if you wantsomething done, ask a busy person todo it!’ Both my husband (Nic) and I areworkaholics. If we are awake, we areworking and we both get excited by plottingand planning our next venture.”

On the subject of new ventures, Nadinebegins to tell me about her two newwebsites, www.russellsinteriors.co.uk andwww.challonersinteriors.co.uk

“Recently, my husband and I bought somefactories in Liphook. I have one, where Iwill be doing my design work from and alsoholding stock for my two new websites.Challoners Interiors is more mainstream,with lower prices - great looking productswith great prices. Russells Interiors will befor more specialist products that I havetravelled far and wide to find. Some of themwill be repeated but, sometimes, we willalso just put up one-off pieces that we findfrom around the globe. We have startedquite small, while we learn, but ultimately,

Ask abusy person

Just reading Nadine Gilbert’s CV is enough to make you feel tired: Interiorstyling for high profile clients,a glamping business,work abroad…oh and didI mention the 350km cycle ride from Agra to Jaipur she did in her sparetime? So of course my first question has to be, how do you fit it all in?

Interior insightWhat are interior trends do you predictfor the New Year?I do think people are learning to be moreeclectic in their homes. Rather thanfollowing the ‘hotel bedroom’ look, whereeverything matches, I think they will bechoosing individual pieces because theylove them - putting it all together, and seewhat look evolves...a lot less contrived.

By doing this, there will be no distinctive‘looks’ or styles - each person will havetheir own style.

I do not believe that tasteless exists -everyone should be encouraged to find hisor her own style - and be confident about it.

Colour will also, finally, overpowerthe Farrow and Ball greige look...evencoloured carpets will become the normagain - It’s been “Fifty Shades of Beige” fortoo long.

If you could decorate anyone’s homewhose would it be?Oh, Robbie Williams for sure. I think hewould be fun to work for and would be upfor a bit of glamour and outrage - and nottake it all too seriously. Much of the time,people become too focussed on thingsand worry too much about the impact ofwhat they are doing. Homes should befluid, living things and decorating yourhome should be a relaxed, happy affair,not a stressful one.

What is your favourite room at homeand why?Our bathroom...I designed it to look like anightclub for my two (then) teenage boys.It has a black glass shower, a whirlpoolbath (with TV) that is raised to look outover the fields, changeable mood lightingand shag pile carpet. It is totally whacky -but great fun and feels lovely to be in.

we have great plans for huge expansion,with many different lines coming on in thefuture.”

When Nadine talks about her vision for thenew sites, it is clear to see her passion fordeveloping new and exciting interiors.

“I want the site to be a source ofinspiration and we are even going tohave a Creative Village, to promote all thewonderful artisans and craftsmen that wemeet along the way. There is some extra-ordinary talent out there that many don’tknow how to find, so we want to make surethey all get a showcase.”

This passion for interiors dates back toNadine’s twenties when she lived in London.

“I worked for top designer, Peter Inston inRegent’s Park. I ran his library, which wasgreat, as I learnt about many suppliers and

made many contacts but I never got directlyinvolved with the design side. So, it was onlyat the age of 36 when I opened a furnitureshop and, through offering advice tocustomers, I realised I had a natural ability. Ialso learnt that it is not always about being agreat designer...it is more often about beingorganised and reading your client.”

It was also this passion and love of designthat inspired Nadine to come out of whatwas meant to be her retirement three yearsago when she closed down St Russells onHaslemere High Street.

“I had a great client who I had done ahouse for in Midhurst ask me if I couldrecommend another designer for him forhis new house in Fulham and I just couldn’tresist.”

So as we enter 2013 and Nadine embarkson her next exciting interior adventurewith www.russellsinteriors.co.uk and www.challonersinteriors.co.uk it is only fittingthat her New Year’s resolution is “To keephealthy enough to keep going...”

Nadine’s work witha private residence

in Courchevel

Nadine’s work with a private residencein Central London.

Nadine Gilbert and her family pets

LIH37_p14_profile.indd 14 30/11/2012 09:18


Wood and multifuelburning stoves and fireplacesFree local surveyFull design andconsultation serviceFitting and chimneylining serviceFireside accessories

The welcoming glow of a real fire starts here

Showroom:4 Shepherds HillHaslemereSurrey GU27 2LZTel: 01428 648882www.bramdeanstoves.com

BramdeanStoves

LIH37_p15.indd 15 29/11/2012 10:11


gardeningLife in Haslemere’slittle helper

for

him

3

for

her

So despite your best efforts you’ve left your Christmas shopping to the last minute...again.The stockings are empty and under the Christmas tree it is disturbingly bare. But don’t despair; Life inHaslemere is here! We’ve got a range of fantastic last minute Christmas gift ideas for the entire family

1 4 52

1. Michel Herbelin Men’s Watch with Gold Plating, black strapand roman dial £339, Clayton Fine Jewellery

2. Cow Hide Wallet, £35,UberPolo3. iPad 3: Wifi & 3G; 16GB £499, 32GB £579, 64GB £659, Disking4. ESPA “Special Agent”; Handy travel sizes of Shave Mud,

Hydrator and Energising Shower Gel, The Luxury Gap5. Gala White Wine Glass 6 to a box, £18, Gala Red Wine Glass 6

to a box, £19, Gala Champagne Flute 6 to a box, £19, John Jenkins

1. Faithful cross body coal handbag,£495, Anya

2. Your time to shine, £28, Lily-Marie3. Brass Feather Bangle, £25,

Charlotte’s Web4. Becksondergaard Granny Purse, £35

Hengelo5. Tan Tote Cow Hide Handbag,

£199,UberPolo6. Figgy pudding candle, Personalised price

£17.50, regular price now £9.50, LowerLodge Candles

7. Bath Beautiful, £24.99, Marley Flowers8. Brass Orb and Chain, £18, Charlotte’s Web9. Gracie J Moonchip Silver Necklet on black

leather thong £50, Clayton Fine Jewellery

1 3

4 5

6 7 8 9

2

LIH37_p16_xmas_gifts.indd 16 29/11/2012 11:14


Our gift vouchers are the perfect present

We have selected a few of our most popular Christmas gifts, but if you don’t see what your lookingfor we have other fantastic vouchers for the person who has everything…

Golf

Winter warmersfrom £32.50

Spa

TreatmentsFrom £22.00

Events

Tribute nightsfrom £28.00

Bedrooms

Overnight breaksfrom £69.00

LIH37_p17.indd 17 29/11/2012 10:24


christmas gift guidefo

rki

ds

6

1 2

5

3

78

2

for

teen

age

rs

1. Yamaha PSR-E423 Portable Keyboard, £179, Chamberlain Music2. Roxy Emotions B Wallet, £35, Footprints3. Scarves, from £15, Clova4. Unisex Gaucho Belts £30, UberPolo5. Silk Friendship Bracelets, £45, UberPolo6. Heart joss plum purse, £275, Anya

321

5

6

43

Anya, 01428 658255Art Dept. 01428 645227Chamberlain Music, 01428 658806Charlotte’s Web, www.charlotteswebuk.comClayton Fine Jewellery, 01428 656138Clova, 01428 653935

Disking, 01428 724319Footprints, 01428 658886Haus, 01428 653336Hengelo, 01428 644911John Jenkins, 01730 821811Lily-Marie, 07824 809664

Lower Lodge Candles, 01428 645433Marley Flowers, 01428 656588Santa Sacks, 01428 622222See What I Made, www.seewhatimade.netThe Luxury Gap, 01428 645300UberPolo, 01428 642671

1. Sew-Fi Sewing Kit, £7.50, See What I Made2. Balloon Bijoux beaded satin bags,

£5.50, Clova3. Hatley Vintage Cars Umbrella, £18.99,

Footprints4.Tikkers watches for children £14.99,

Clayton Fine Jewellery5. Purple Metal Folding Music Stand, £6.99,

Chamberlain Music6. Winsor & Newton Oil Paint Set , £54.99,

The Art Dept.7. Joules Bagnall Bag, £29.99, Footprints8.Love Christmas £75, Santa Sacks

4

LIH37_p18_xmas_gifts.indd 18 29/11/2012 11:15


Testimonials“Thank you for the wonderful work you’ve done on my lips...Ican’t stop looking in the mirror as they look so lovely, and fuller.Beautiful relaxing clinic. Keep up the great work” - Marion,Guildford, Surrey

“I would not hesitate to recommend Jan. I am very happy withthe treatment I’ve had. Prices compared competitively, and aftercare was excellent.” - Victoria, Midhurst, Sussex

“I love my new eyes. I don’t have to get up every day and do myeyeliner, and worry about smudging it, or fading away during theday. I received a very professional service and was made to feelrelaxed and special.” - Nicky, Guildford, Surrey

Opening Times:Mon-Thurs 9am - 7pm | Friday 9am - 5pm | Saturday 9am - 12pm

20% off all treatments until the end ofJanuary 2013 when you mention

Life in Haslemere MagazineCall or check out the website for more details.

Before After

=A/CH2 G62 #6.62 +1 + ;AG/%

Abetter

Christmas2O

"+@H +J-+8/+EH 6G?

"#! 6GG $@A8LH./AL+>1 <+LA+>1

"#! 6GG $CH>>+L 0+A>1

"#! 6GG 7'3 $@A8 +8J 9+A2&H:6-+> "2H+/:H8/1

(8J >66@ 6./ A8 K*MI G62 :62H 6GGH21?

Enhancing Natural Beauty

KB 9AEC $/2HH/, 'H/H21)H>J, 9+:41CA2H ;!IK I5&

"'%$&)($'%*+(#+$) 0!!!#)($'%*+(#+$)

"H>H4C68H? *MBI* KDKF**

AwardWinner

Join us on FacebookMeonFace1

or follow @MeonFaceon Twitter

-##&+* &2.1+& !%*) $&'&/,&+ "(%"

LIH37_p19.indd 19 29/11/2012 10:26


health

The first personal trainer put to the test wasClaire from the Matt Roberts – “Trainingwith You” programme. Created with famouspersonal trainer, Matt Roberts, this newregime offers an alternative approach togetting fit and losing weight, through asix-week course of no gym memberships,no fad diets and no “in-fashion” trainingstyles. Designed to be completed by groupsof two to eight people, the course promisesto change your lifestyle through revisedfitness and eating behaviour forever. Theprogramme began with an initial fitnessconsultation where Claire gave us all afitness and movement assessment inthe comfort of our office. This involved

evaluating our general health and currentdiet before completing a few introductionexercises. Each member of the team werethen asked their goals for the programmeand given a structured nutritional dietto follow, designed to improve trainingand optimise fat loss. Every week Clairethen offered a different training routine todevelop our fitness and help us reach ourindividual goals. This unique programmeprovided a great combination of individualpersonal training attention along with thecamaraderie and motivation that comeswith working with a group.

CONVIVIALITY,01428 788070

Uniq PhysiqueThe second stop on our journey to fitnesswas at Uniq Physique. Established in2008 by Ollie Beard as Muscleinc, beforejoining forces with Rachael in April 2012 tocreate Uniq Physique, this boutique stylegym promises it’s members individualinstruction and coaching to ensure thateach person achieves his or her personalfitness goals. My own visit to Uniq Physiquestarted with a friendly introduction fromboth Rachael and Ollie before Rachael gaveme a quick warm up on the Cross Trainer.

Let’s get personalIt’s that time of year again. The temperature has decreasedbut our waistline is on the increase. Salads have turned intocalorific comfort food and summer evening strolls havebecome cosy nights in front of the telly. In desperate needof some exercise motivation the Life in Haslemere teamhave been testing out Haslemere’s personal trainers in abid to be fit and lean in time for 2013!

Matt Roberts – “Training with You”

Life in Haslemere team experiencing theMatt Roberts – “Training with You” program

Frankie Fit demonstratingcore exercises

LIH37_p20_21_Health.indd 20 29/11/2012 11:16

21www.lifemags.co.uk Life in Petersfield

healthAfter this Rachael then went through alegs circuit with me where I completed aseries of exercises using the Uniq Physiqueequipment, designed to strengthen my legmuscles. Rachael repeated the circuit threetimes, gradually increasing the weights onthe machines to find out how far she couldpush me. Legs worked, Ollie began work onmy arms. Again this involved completinga circuit using Uniq Physique’s range ofequipment, working my problem areas.Before starting the circuit I mentionedto Ollie that my triceps (bingo wings)had always been a concern so Ollie putparticular focus on this area, showing mespecific exercises I could do to improvethem. After arms Rachael came back towork on my abs. Here I was pleased todiscover that instead of just doing hundredsof boring sit ups there were actually a lotof exercises you can do using equipment.These included the Roman chair for mylower abdominal muscles and the Obliquetwist machine for my side muscles. Finallymy session was rounded off with some padwork with Ollie where I not only got to enjoysome cardio but also got to do lots of de-stressing punching!

Uniq Physique is an incredibly welcominggym providing a happy environment foreveryone to work out from beginners toadvanced fitness professionals.

Uniq Physique,01428 644032

Frankie FitLast year my fitness levels were put to thetest by personal trainer Frankie Fit. So whenshe found out the Life in Haslemere teamwere looking for some exercise motivationteam this year she was more than happy tooffer some advice.

Here she answered some of our questionson how to improve a common problemarea, the core.“The importance of working our coremuscles is often underestimated. Our coremuscles are made up of inner and outercore muscles. The inner core musclesare often forgotten and are key to ourphysicality whether you’re 20 or 70 yearsof age, whether you enjoy gardening or aresomeone that competes in triathlons.“

How do you engage your core muscles?The abdominal scoop is the act of pullingyour navel in toward your spine. Imaginethat you’re zipping up a tight pair of pantsor bracing for a punch by sucking yourbelly button tight in towards your back.If you place your hands on your stomachwhilst you do this you can feel your musclestighten. You can also try tightening yourbelly button towards your spine even morewhen you breathe out. This will ensurestrong engagement of your core muscles.

What about my posture and breathingwhen I train?Important to note during exercise it is keyNOT to hold your breath, to keep yourshoulders back and down (good posture)and your neck relaxed and loose. If youstart to feel your neck get tense whilst doingthe exercise gently look left to right. If thisdoesn’t work stop for a moment, relax andshrug your shoulders to get mobility in theneck and shoulders. Then try again.

How much should I do?Core exercises can be held for extendedperiods of time and for further reps as theexerciser builds up strength. For examplestart by doing 3 sets of 10 seconds andthen slowly work up to 5 sets of 30 seconds.The exercises are in order of difficulty sostart at the beginning and work your wayup carefully. Once you feel confident andstrong with the first few then move on toincorporate a more demanding exercise.Don’t jump a stage, be patient and buildyourself a good core strength.

Should I warm up before hand andstretch afterwards?Yes, take 5-10 mins before these exercises toget your muscles warm by taking a fast walk,

marching up and down the stairs. Whenyour muscles are warm take time to do a catstretch and prayer stretch before and afteryou run through your exercises.

Frankie Fit07967 683353

Alana working her abdominalmuscles at Uniq Phisique

Frankie Fit’s topcore exercises(1) 4 point scoopOn your hands and knees, with your backflat, keep your arms and neck relaxed andconcentrate on scooping your stomachmuscles around your belly button up towardsyour back as hard as you can.

(2) Half plankLying on the floor with your elbows directlyunderneath your shoulders, keep yours palmsfacing up with your neck, shoulders and armrelaxed. Then prepare to go up by engagingyour core muscles (scooping your abdominalsup to your back), then lift your hips off theground until your body is in a straight linefrom knees, hips to shoulders. To reduceintensity you can break at the hip by stickingyour bottom in the air a little, bringing yourelbows back so they stay under your shouldersbut thereby reducing the weight on yourstomach and back.

(3) BridgeLying on the floor with your knees bent andyour feet shoulder width apart, engage yourcore muscles and clench your bottom thensqueeze your hips up as high as you can.Imagine your body in a straight line from yourhips, knees and shoulders.Your glutes (bottom)should be clenched to keep your hips up andyour stomach engages to support your back.

(4) Core CrunchLying on the floor with your knees bent andyour feet shoulder width apart. Place yourhands on your thighs. Zip your core musclesin towards you and engage your pelvic floor

muscles, keeping them all tight then lift yourshoulders off the ground and reach yourhands up your thighs towards your knees.Youraim for as long as you choose to stay up therein good form is to constantly strive to reach ashigh as you can.

(5) Lean BackSitting on the floor with your knees slightlybent in front of you for comfort, zip up yourcore muscles, set your posture and then leanback until you feel your core muscles workinghard but no discomfort in your lower back.The next step up would be leaning back andthen whilst holding a swiss ball twist side toside and tap the ball on the floor either sideof you. This will switch on your obliques, themuscles that give you your waist.

(6) Full PlankLying on your front with your elbowsunderneath your shoulders, your palms facingup and your arms and neck relaxed, engageyour core and lift yourself into a straight linefrom your toe to your head. If you can’t be sureyou ‘re straight do this infront of a mirror orask a friend to check you. Make sure your backis in neutral spine, so feels and looks straight.If you feel lower back discomfort or you startto lower back try and correct your position, ifyou’re too tired come down and stretch.

Remember to cat stretch and prayer stretchonce you’re finished.

Note: in all these exercises you can engageyour pelvic floor muscles at the same time.These are great for post natal exercisers buthelpful for all ages.These exercises shouldnot create discomfort in your back. If the dostop and consult a Dr, physio or personaltrainer for advice.

LIH37_p20_21_Health.indd 21 29/11/2012 11:16


food

Trevor Cruickshank, Cruickshanks Cakes,100 Wey Hill, Haslemere, 01428 652518

“This was a hard one to come up with. In myfamily we don’t tend to buy a lot of food atChristmas time. Just the normal amounts andwe never “over eat” so, we never have leftovers.We have Goose or Duck (never turkey!) so hereis one I use.”

Duck Tie!125g (5oz) fine asparagus, cut into 3cm(1in) chunks2tbsp olive oil25g (1oz) pack basil, stalks removed4 skinless duck breasts, thinly sliced2tsp Massaman Thai curry paste2tbsp soy sauce2tsp Thai fish sauce25g (1oz) unsalted natural peanuts,roughly chopped

1. Place the asparagus in a steamer over a panof simmering water.2. Steam for 4-5 minutes until tender andset aside. Meanwhile heat the oil in a largefrying pan or wok. Add the basil leaves andcook for 1-2 minutes until they turn slightlytranslucent and are crispy once removed.3. Transfer the leaves to a plate lined withkitchen paper. Add the duck slices to the panand cook on a high heat for 3-4 mins, stirringregularly. Then stir in the curry paste, soysauce and fish sauce and cook for about

1 minute, until the duck is cooked and wellcoated.4. Add the asparagus, sprinkle over thebasil and peanuts and serve with egg or ricenoodles.

Don Gribble, leader of Cooking for Men,Haslemere U3A, www.haslemere-u3a.org.uk/cooking4men.html

“We don’t normally cook ‘leftovers’. Except onetime under the guidance of an enthusiasticcook from Chiddingfold called Rob Terry. Iremember that he told us that his ‘GodsendPork and Bacon Casserole’ was a recipe helearned from his granny. ‘Godsend’ he told us,meant ‘leftovers’. This was the sort of thingthat people cooked during the War.”

Godsend Pork and Bacon CasseroleThis is a rich dish best served with mashed orroast sweet potato. Meat is usually the roastpork joint left over from a previous meal.

500g (1lb) cooked pork cut into cubes4 strips of uncooked smoked bacon, sliced2 red meat seasoning cubesHot water to cover250g (8oz) big mushrooms, sliced1/2 teaspoon mixed herbs1 bay leafAny left-over carrots or peasBoiled and mashed potatoes, mixed 50:50with boiled and mashed sweet potatoesCornflour to thicken

1. Strip off any crackling and most ofthe outside fat from the roast pork joint.Cut meat into cubes and place in a largecasserole.2. Cut the smoked bacon with kitchenscissors into small slices, add and mix.3. Crumble the two meat cubes on to themeat and cover the ingredients with hotwater. Stir to dissolve.4. Slice and add mushrooms, carrots and/orpeas.5. Cook in oven for just 20-30 minutes andthicken with cornflour. Make this by mixingtwo teaspoons of cornflour with a smallamount of cold water in a mug eliminatinglumps. Gradually add this to the casserole,stirring it to ensure even thickening. Placeback into the oven for a few minutes untilready to serve.6. Serve with seasonal vegetables and a mixof mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes withadded butter, pepper and salt.

Dawn Roads, AGA Food Editor,AGA shop, 35 High St, Haslemere,01428 652873

“Ideal to make another meal if you have left-over fish and mashed potato to hand.”

Smoked Haddock andParsley Fishcakes175g (6 oz) cooked and flaked smokedhaddock1 lime, grated zestBlack pepper and salt3 tbsp chopped parsley1 green chilli, finely chopped200g (7 oz) mashed potatoPlain flour1 egg, beatenBrown breadcrumbs, about 85g (3 oz)3 tbsp olive oil

1. Place the cooked haddock, lime zest,seasoning, parsley, chilli and mashed potatointo a bowl and mix together, taking care notto break up the fish too much. Shake someflour onto your hands and shape the mixtureinto four fishcakes.2. Place the beaten egg onto a plate and putthe breadcrumbs onto another plate. Takethe fishcakes and dip both sides into the egg,then in the breadcrumbs to coat the exterior,repeat with the other three fishcakes. If youhave time put to chill in the refrigerator for 30minutes.3. Heat the oil in an Aga cast aluminiumfrying pan with a removable handle andgently fry the fishcakes on the SimmeringPlate for 4-5 minutes until browned, turnover and place the frying pan on the floor ofthe Roasting Oven, remove the handle, andcook for a further 4 minutes.4. Drain the fishcakes on a piece of kitchenpaper and serve with a watercress and orangesalad.

Love yourleftovers!Whether it is turkey sandwiches or bubble and squeak, Christmasis notorious for leftovers! Bored of the same old dishes, we’ve beentalking to Haslemere’s food experts about their reusable recipes

Smoked Haddock and ParsleyFishcakes, The AGA Shop

LIH37_p22_food.indd 22 29/11/2012 11:03


MARKETINGin 2013

Contact Jo Barlow on 01420 485188 or email [email protected]

Haddon House • Hindhead Road • Haslemere • Surrey • GU27 1LH

tel: 01428 651067 web: www.sublimebodymind.com/

THE HASLEMERE CLINICOSTEOPATHY & SPORTS INJURY

£75Hurry! This genuine freeoffer has a limited numberof Voucher sessions available.

Call 01428 651067 now to book your first session quoting reference 01HL75.Terms and Conditions Apply.

New to Haslemere

Pilates equipment studio, as

designed by Joseph Pilates, for tone,

strength, health and rehabilitation.

A new body in 10 sessions.

v o u c h e r

LIH37_p23.indd 23 30/11/2012 09:49


LANGHAMB R E W E R YLodsworth, West Sussex

tel : 01798 860861

•T

RA

DI T

I O N A L C H R I S T M

AS

AL

E•

4 .5% ABV

Traditionally Champagne has been afavourite for celebrations but in recentyears a number of English sparkling wineshave impressed even the most discerningwine lovers. Richard Royds of HaslemereCellar in West Street, features two excellentexamples from award winning Nyetimberin West Chiltington. You can choose fromthe Classic Cuvee, a classic blend of PinotNoir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnayor the Premier Cuvee Blancs de BlancsChardonnay. The good news is both of their

Festive Cheerin Haslemere

prices have been reduced by £3 per bottle!Many will finish a special meal with port.

Traditionally port is produced in Portugal,but Lurgashall Winery has an excellentElderberry Port along with Walnut, Sloe orBramble Liqueurs. If you are looking forsomething traditional their Christmas Meadis ideal - This is a Hydromel Mead (no grapeor apple base, just pure fermented honey).The perfect winter warmer, either enjoyedwith friends and a cheese board or as awelcome drink, it is warm and sensuous.

Christmas Mead is fantastic gently warmedon a Wood Burner, Aga or hob, the aromaof cinnamon, nutmeg, clove and honeyepitomises the true taste and smell ofChristmas.

Beer always features highly in my festivecelebrations and we are very fortunate tobe spoilt for choice around Haslemere.Here are some seasonal favourites availabledirect from the breweries or in many of ourlocal pubs:• Wassail was first brewed in the winter of1980 as a one off Christmas winter warmer byFran of Ballards Brewery in Nyewood. Duringthat winter it proved so popular with thelocals that he decided to continue with it allthe time. Now the name is technically a littlesuspect as the drink wassail is a hot mulledcider traditionally drunk as an integral partof wassailing, an ancient southern Englishdrinking ritual intended to ensure a goodcider apple harvest the following year. I amsure Fran would be quick to remind me thatwassail was derived from the Middle Englishwæs hæl, literally ‘good health’ or ‘be youhealthy’. Anyway his winter beer is a strongchestnut ruby Premium ale with an oakyaroma containing sherry and mature fruit.The flavour is warming, fruity and strong. At6.0% it is considered by some to be a BarleyWine, but its characteristics are more thoseof a strong “Winter Warmer” style bitter.• Havant Brewery has produced the winningbeer at the last two annual HaslemereBeer Festivals. Their winter brew is HavantUnwraped, and is simply described byproprietors Mike and Caroline Charlton as“Christmas in a Glass”.• Last but by no means least is LanghamBrewery in Lodsworth. Their ChristmasCracker ABV 4.5% - is a Christmas mysterybeer. It has a different recipe every year witha seasonal twist for extra yuletide cheer!

I hope you enjoy my festive selection.

Simon Labrow is Chairman of HaslemereBeer Festival and in his spare time afinancial adviser.

drink

Some special drinks for the festive season and to see in the NewYear are an important feature of most people’s shopping lists. Here’sa round-up of some local options that as well as supporting localbusinesses should also be a big hit at your Christmas festivities

Words Simon Labrow

Christmas MeadHaslemere cellar

LIH37_p24_drink.indd 24 29/11/2012 11:18

bespoke garden design,construction and maintenancebespoke garden design,construction and maintenance

LIH37_p25.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:52


gardening

Here Pippa Greenwood tells us whatjobs we should be doing in the gardenthis New Year.Do a quick check to see if anything has beenhit by frost or other cold weather injury -blackened foliage, often flopping (or totalplant collapse) are classic signs. If at allpossible, don’t cut back the injured parts,they may look pretty grim but, left in place,they will help to protect the rest of the plant.Only cut back damage if it is seriously soggyor showing signs of fungal growth. Provideweather protection where necessary - fleece(double or treble layers), fleece-coveredtunnels and cloches, piled up dry leaves etcall help!

Enjoy a day out and visit a local garden withlots of winter interest. Make a note of thoseplants that look particularly good duringwinter – perhaps bark colour or texture, or aninteresting or dramatic outline. Then makesure that, where feasible, you plant more ofthem in positions where you can really enjoythem next winter.

This is the perfect time to prune both whiteand red currants. All you need to do now

is use sharp secateurs to cut about an inch(2.5cm) off the stems. Take the opportunityto rake up fallen leaves from around theplants as these may harbour diseases.

The bright orange raised spots of coral spotare particularly prominent on bare winterbranches of many woody shrubs and trees.Figs, maples (Acer spp) and magnolias areespecially prone. Prune infected areas out,back to perfectly healthy wood and bin orburn the prunings. Although often thoughtof as harmless this fungus can cause dieback.

Adequate air circulation is essential in thegreenhouse at this time of year. Whereverpossible open vents and windows, but try toavoid chilling any plants with cold draughts.If necessary consider buying a small electricfan heater to keep the air warm and moving.Shut down vents and windows, and closedoors as soon as temperatures drop.

Don’t forget that it is not just plantsthat may need winter protection- ensurethat outside pipe work and taps are wellinsulated to prevent freezing...or switchoff at the mains to be extra safe. Bubble-wrap polythene, or strips of old blankets orcurtains wrapped around, swaddling-style,

all help!Fruit trees such as apples and pears will

benefit from regular pruning and winterworks well for most. So, if unsure about whatto do, grab a book with all the instructionsyou need, then arm yourself with sharpsecateurs and get to work. If you find anydead or obviously diseased stems, prunethese out and bin or burn them. Check thatthe trunks of youngish plants are protectedagainst rabbits - spiral tree guards areinexpensive and effective if you have not gotthe time to install a more elaborate defense!

Have a great 2013 and make sure you spendas much time as possible in the garden!Make 2013 the year you get great resultswith Veg growing - Visit my website www.pippagreenwood.com and sign up for ‘GrowYour Own with Pippa Greenwood’, either foryourself or for a friend - you choose whatyou’d like to grow from our great selectionof garden ready plants, we send them outat the right time for planting, combinedwith my weekly emails making it easy tosucceed...and fun!

There’s plenty to distract you from your garden at this time of year. But whether you arestill up to your elbows in tinsel and turkey or feeling the effects of too much indulgence,don’t forget YOUR GARDEN NEEDS YOU!!!

Your gardenneeds you

LIH37_p00_gardening.indd 26 29/11/2012 11:19


All aspects of tree and hedge work includingplanting and stump grinding

Woodland management

Small, friendly Haslemere based firm withover 15 years experience

Insured £5 million public liability

Approved Member WSCCTrading Standards

Buy With Confidence Scheme

Supplier of logs and woodchips

Tel: (01403) 820035Mob: (07771) 641267

[email protected]

LIH37_p27.indd 27 29/11/2012 10:32


haslemere chamber

2012 has been a tough year for businesseseverywhere, but retail businesses inparticular have suffered the worsteconomic conditions in living memory.In January of this year, Surrey CountyCouncil proposed to introduce Pay &Display meters on streets where it hadpreviously been free to park amongst a setof parking controls, which threatened tocause huge problems for residents as wellas shoppers.

The issue united the majority of the

town! Haslemere Chamber of TradePresident, Julianne Evans, joined forceswith local residents, the HaslemereSociety and the Town Council to fightthe proposals, raising a petition whicheventually got over 5,000 signatures, aswell as meeting with Haslemere’s Surreycouncillor to put the case against suchextreme measures.

This massive effort culminated in MrsEvans having the opportunity to speakabout the petition in front of a packed hall

at the Local Committee meeting, wherethe measures were to be discussed. Theproposals for Pay & Display were droppedand further consultation took place.However, the fight goes on, because SurreyCounty Council have not kept to theirword regarding yellow lines and ResidentsOnly Permits.

Meanwhile, Waverley Borough Councilhave hiked the prices in the town centrecar park and extended the charging hours,seriously affecting the activities of the

Haslemere Chamber Meet the Business networking event

Hard work for the Chamber

(Valid till January 31st 2013-Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer)

LIH37_p28_29_Chamber.indd 28 29/11/2012 12:16


town’s two iconic charities – HaslemereHall and Haslemere Museum. Onceagain, the Chamber swung into actionon their behalf and raised a petitionthat allowed Mrs Evans to speak at theWaverley Executive meeting. As a result,a review of the car parking charges willtake place in a year’s time.

Not content with this, Waverley arenow making moves to resurface the‘Fairground’ car park in Wey Hill and startcharging. Objectors are horrified thatWaverley Borough Council and SurreyCounty Council have not adequatelyconsidered the issue of displacementand do not seem to be working for theinterests of the town, seemingly onlyfocused on the money.

To add insult to injury, gas mainsreplacement works closed Lower Streetfor four months and Shepherds Hill fora month, effectively blocking access forall the shoppers who usually come infrom the Midhurst direction. During thefirst week, footfall dropped by 15% ormore for all the shops in the town andremained low for at least the first month.Once again, the Chamber were involvedin discussions with SCC and SGN to tryto mitigate the impact of these works asmuch as possible by implementing localsignage, lobbying Waverley for help andbeing in regular contact with the worksmanager. Unfortunately, the impact ofthese works is ongoing, as some peopleare still unaware that the road is no longerclosed.

“If we thought things couldn’t get anyworse. We were wrong.” Said JulianneEvans. “With six weeks to go beforeChristmas, Haslemere traders were up inarms following a shock ban on parkingoutside a string of shops in busy WestStreet. There was no prior warning whenGuildford Borough Council (acting ona request from Surrey County Council)sealed off ALL the bays outside the shops

closest to the High Street.The parking ban, which wasimposed with immediateeffect, was to extend untilFebruary 1st 2013. This wasyet more distress for localbusinesses banking on thebusy period leading up toChristmas making up for thelosses suffered during the yearwith the parking and gasworksheadache”

Apparently the suspensionwas necessitated by thetemporary traffic orderallowing for the erection of scaffoldingand hoarding due to the redevelopmentin Lower Street thus imposes a one-way system on part of Lower Street andimpacting on West Street, threateningto cause traffic diversions for five weeks.Haslemere Town Council were also left inthe dark about the parking bay closures.

“The lack of notice about the parkingbay bans was yet another example

of the complete and utter lack of

communication and consultation by

Surrey County Council – why on earth

not make West Street one-way as well as

Lower Street so that people can still park

there?” Said Julianne.” It really seemed

as though Surrey CC was doing all it

could to stop people coming to shop in

Haslemere!”

www.haslemere.com/chamber

haslemere chamber

27 High Street, HaslemereSurrey GU27 2HG

01428 643996

www.jlnobbs.co.ukFabulous new ranges of gift stationery,

wraps, cards, crackers,decorations & much more

R. MILES & SONFor Friendly Personal Service

• Hardware• Ironmongery• Garden Supplies• Locksmith• Glazing• Heating & Plumbing Repairs

20 West Street, HaslemereTel: 01428 642686

Haslemere Chamber Meet the Business networking event

LIH37_p28_29_Chamber.indd 28 29/11/2012 12:14


business news

In May 2012, Lythe Hill hotel welcomed ina new General Manager, Simon Drake, whowas surprised that the hotel did not alreadyhold events to support local charities. TheHalloween Ball was the first charity eventheld at Lythe Hill Hotel and was in aid of‘Shooting Star Chase’ and ‘Phyllis TuckwellHospice’. The ball, hosted by culinaryexpert and BBC Masterchef presenter‘Gregg Wallace’ took place in the hotel’s newmarquee that will be used to host weddings

throughout the spring and summer and canhold up to 200 guests.

Oversold by 50 places, the ball also treatedguests to a three course meal cooked byaward winning chefs, before a raffle andauction hosted by Gregg Wallace. After thelive auction there was a firework display andthen live music and dancing until midnight.

The evening raised in total over £14,000 forthe two local charities.

Chilling charityChristopher Scott, Gregg Wallace and David Duncan.

New exercisein HaslemereThis December sees the launch of brandnew Haslemere Pilates studio, SublimePilates.

Set within the Haslemere Sports InjuryClinic, the new studio uses equipment thatat first glance could easily be mistaken fortorture devices! However, based on JosephPilates’ original techniques, the equipmentis perfect for rehabilitation from illness/injury, as well as for healthy clientswanting a fit, toned body.

Studio owner, Amanda Beechcroft-Kayexplains, “Favoured by dancers, Pilateshelps to create a long, lean body andfocuses on a strong core to help flatten thetummy, tone hips and thighs - great forthat little black X’mas dress!”

The studio is designed for people towork on one-one or two-one basis,making the sessions perfect for everyonefrom complete beginners to advancedpractitioners.

Throughout December, Amanda will alsobe offering free introductory sessions.

“In Joseph Pilates words ‘In 10 sessionsyou will feel the difference, in 20 sessionsyou will see the difference, in 30 sessionsyou will have a new body.”

www.sublimebodymind.com

BloomingbusinessThe doors have opened on a new lookMarley Flowers on Haslemere High Street.A preview evening to launch the attractivelystyled premises was attended by a selectgroup of people including The Mayor, ThePresident of The Chamber of Trade, family,friends and well wishers. Also presentwas Joey.D., the designer of the uniquehandbags that are just one of the surprisingnew gift lines now in stock.

“We are thrilled with our stunningsurroundings and proud to show off ourexciting product ranges! Our new brand of‘Gifts to go’ has been formally launched - aselection of gifts for every occasion at rangeof prices to suit any budget.We welcomebrowsers and buyers alike!” said Melissa.

Marley Flowers has been in Melissa’sfamily for forty years and her parents Brianand Diana Howard are hoping to take a wellearned retirement once the business settlesin to its new home.

Marley Flowers,01428 642099

Marley Flowers

SuperstarsearchLeading independent travel agentHaslemere Travel and top Surrey law firmTWM Solicitors have joined togetherto launch the Surrey Young SuperstarsAwards 2013, to spotlight the manyachievements of young people in thecounty.

The inaugural awards, in support ofthe Surrey Air Ambulance (SAA) charitywill reward and showcase young people’sefforts and honour them for their hardwork and achievements.

The awards ceremony was launchedat the Haslemere Educational Museumwith the event for prize winners dueto take place on 1 May at Guildford’snew venue, GLive. The awards covera range of categories including CaringSuperstar, Volunteering Superstar andBusiness Superstar.

The individual winner of the top award,Superstar of the Year, will receive a familyweekend holiday prize, courtesy ofluxury hotel Soar Mill Cove in Devon inassociation with Haslemere Travel.

Further information and awardnomination forms are available [email protected]

LIH37_p30_Business_News.indd 30 29/11/2012 11:40

Vsit your local Euronics store today at:

C.J. HampshireRumbolds Hill, Midhurst, GU29 9BY. 01730 8162195 The Square, Liphook, GU30 7AB. 01428 722416www.cjhampshire.co.uk

LIH37_p31.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:52


business news

Happy feetin HaslemereLocal, professional and qualifiedreflexologist, Debbie Bowyer has set up anew mobile reflexology unit in Haslemere.Reflexology is a gentle, holistic, naturaltherapy, which uses pressure point massageon precise reflex points on the feet to bringabout a state of deep relaxation.

Debbie explains, “Reflexology canstrengthen your immune system and boostyour circulation. This ancient treatmentstimulates your body’s own unique healingprocess and helps you achieve balance,well-being and relief from a wide rangeof conditions such as muscular or backpain, digestive disorders, sinus problems,headaches, depression and low energylevels.”

Throughout December and January,Debbie will also be donating 20% fromeach treatment to Haslemere’s ArthritisCare charity.

Happy Feet, 01428 656533

The Haslemere Wardrobe has justcompleted its transition from local businessto nationwide service with the launch oftwo major e-business initiatives.

CostumeHireDirect.com is the newInternet name for The Haslemere Wardrobe,which has grown over the past 40 years to beone of the UK’s foremost specialist clothinghire companies. The company is also takingits vintage clothing sales business online atVintage-Revived.com.

Both internet businesses are based atThe Haslemere Wardrobe in St Christoper’s

Road, where the company has also justopened a vintage clothing retail shop.

Director John Orr says “The vintagecostume hire market is extremely buoyanton the back of popular TV period dramasand events such as Goodwood Revival.

“Vintage clothing sales are strengtheningtoo – it’s partly a reaction to the throwawaysociety: people want quality, but if theycannot afford today’s prices they are look tovintage quality instead.”

www.CostumeHireDirect.comwww.Vintage-Revived.com

One Step Therapy Services have recentlylaunched a new service for the localcommunity to help all members of the familyunit.

The new service looks at improving the‘fitness’ of our relationships. One Step’sSerena Burns says “No matter how hardwe try to stay well and fit, sometimes welook round the family and just know thingscould be better. If family relationships areworking well for everyone it’s much easier towithstand the ups and downs life throws atus.”

One Step’s therapists have ProfessionalTraining and Clinical Experience in SpecialistTeams within the NHS, the local GPs knowthem. Now the team bring that level ofexpertise to everyone without waiting lists,inconvenient appointment times etc, offeringthe sort of preventative care that meansfamilies stay on track. They also know how tohelp if you feel completely derailed.

One Step Therapy Services, 07786 898 446,www.onesteptherapyservices.co.uk

Viva AlanBaker design!Alan Baker & Co Interior Design in WeyHill held a successful and well-attendedchampagne preview day to launch its SilkRoad collection amongst others. As well astheir range of home accessories, Alan BakerDesign showcased giftware and a selectionof fabrics in their ‘New Look’ showroom.

By combining vintage with new, theshowroom hopes to emit the aura of anemporium. The ‘new’ showroom alsonow encompasses the interior designpractice, which has paved the way for theseamstresses to move next door into TheStudio.

Alan Baker & Co Interior Design,01428 288313

John and Kate Orr in their new vintage clothing shop, which operates alongside The HaslemereWardrobe’s online clothing hire and sales businesses.

In e-business

Alan Baker & Co Interior Design

Look after youremotionalhealth locally

One Steptherapy Services

LIH37_p32_Business_News.indd 32 29/11/2012 11:40


MacDonald Oates EMPLOYMENT LAW TEAMLLP

MacDonald Oates LLPSOL IC I TORS

Petersfield OfficeTel: 01730 268211 Fax: 01730 261232

Midhurst OfficeTel: 01730 816711 Fax: 01730 816016

MacDonald Oates LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. MacDonald Oates LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales under number OC344357. Our registered office is at Walltree Court, St. Peter’s Road, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3HT.

www.macdonaldoates.co.uk

Working in harmony with yourindividual and business needs

Agency Workers | Bullying & Harassment | Compromise Agreements | Discrimination ClaimsEmployment Policies & Procedures | Grievance & Disciplinary | Maternity & PaternityPart Time Workers | Redundancy & Dismissal | Tribunals | TUPE | WhistleblowingOur dedicated Employment team can also provide tailored Employment Law up-dates, training and seminars.Please contact Linda Wilson or Simon Arneaud at our Petersfield Office to find out more.

LIH37_p33.indd 33 29/11/2012 10:50

34 Life in Haslemere Issue 36 October / November 2012

care

Brownscombe House Nursing home’sAbbygail Nyadore has won the SurreyCare Awards’ Manager of the Year.

Abbygail won the award afterreceiving nominations from relatives,residents and staff at Brownscombehouse, who wrote testimonialsregarding their relationships toAbby. Abby’s range of testimonialscommented on her work ethic,support, holistic care, open door policyand a CQC Outstanding Report withno requirements. This was submittedto the Surrey Care Association AwardsPanel and Abbygail was selected to beone of four finalists throughout Surrey.A large gala dinner was then held inthe honour of all the finalists at EpsomDowns Racecourse, where Abbygailwas presented with her award. SeniorCarers, Jane Giles was also recognisedat the ceremony a finalist in the SurreyCare Awards for Beyond the call of duty.

01428 643 528

Surrey Care Awards’ Managerof the Year

As an entrepreneurial nurse, MarilynHoare bought Huntington House as aderelict building in 1977. After nearlya year of renovations she opened it asa nursing home, gaining an unrivalledreputation in the local community for herpassionate approach to care of the elderly.

However, after a bout of cancer, she hadto stop nursing. She now invests her timein all other aspects of the nursing home.

Her most recent venture is our flock ofrare-breed sheep. After shearing themover the summer, Marilyn sent the woolto be spun into yarn. This homegrown

wool is now being used by our knittingcircle to create colourful clothes andblankets. These woolly garments willthen be donated to a hospital in CapeTown where they will be given to povertystricken mothers and their newbornbabies.

”Inevitably our knitting circle is growingin popularity and is now open to non-residents. We have recently welcomedtwo ladies from the Haslemere Women’sInstitute,” Marilyn explains.

Spinning a new yarn

Despite having been open for only eightmonths, the care and nursing team atMoorlands Lodge were nominated for the‘Nursing Team of the Year’ Award through theSurrey Care Association. Members of the teamincluding Wellbeing Manager Sarah Moor,Nurses Diana Reis & Michelle Davis and LeadCarer Michelle Benge, enjoyed star spangledevening at Epsom Race Course. CelebritiesMichael Buerk and Alvin Stardust were inattendance, and the team were treated to ahighly entertaining evening. Although the teamdid not win the first prize, they were in the topfour, an outstanding accolade to such a newteam. Creenagh said, “I am so proud of whatthe team has achieved. The information tosupport this nomination came from residentsand families who spoke of professionalism,compassion, empathy and skill in addition tothe friendship and support that is always onhand, and one resident who said ‘they make itfeel like home’.”

01428 605396

New wave oftrainingNew Homecare and Training Company, SafeHarbour Homecare Ltd has just started inLiphook.

Launched by Valerie Hale and CarolineWilliams, the company will providestructured training, covering commoninduction standards and ongoing continualprofessional development for care staff.The ladies hope this will enable care teamsto deliver uncompromising, personalized,high quality care to vulnerable clients withinthe community. Valerie and Caroline wereinspired to start the business after working inthe domiciliary care and training business formany years. An official open day will be held onthe 17 December.

01428 722086

MoorlandsLodge shinesbright at theSurrey CareAward 2012

01428 604600

Abbygail Nya

Marilyn Hoare with her wool and sheep

LIH37_p34_care.indd 34 29/11/2012 11:41

Supporting you toLive Your Life Your Way

01483 413 [email protected]

L *$="-) =( T=+):> =: 8:@+"8"=>@V 9)88">& L *$="-) =( V@:&) ?)+ 9"88">& :==T9 =: 9">&V) )>M97"8) :==T9L H<8"=> =( +":)-8 +"@V 8)V)<$=>)9 J (V@8 9-:))> CB9 L '":)-8 @--)99 8= V@>+9-@<)+ &@:+)>9

L #:)9$VR <:)<@:)+ T)@V9 79">& V=-@V <:=+7-) L E)9"+)>89K -=T<78): (7VVR );7"<<)+ 5"8$ 5)?-@T J DUAG%L H>M9"8) $@": +:)99">& 9@V=> @>+ >@"V ?@:9 L W>+"6"+7@VVR 8@"V=:)+ @-8"6"8")9 J =78">&9

LONGDENE HOMECAREG:=6"+">& -@:) @>+ 97<<=:8 "> 8$) -=T(=:8 =( R=7: =5> $=T)

L S"6)M"> -@:)Q 9$=:8 =: V=>& 8):T ?@9"9L!=T) 6"9"89 @8 8"T)9 8= 97"8 R=7: >))+9Q 9)6)> +@R9 @ 5))X

L ,99"98@>-) 5"8$ <):9=>@V -@:)Q +=T)98"- +78")9Q T)@V <:)<@:@8"=>Q 9$=<<">& J ?@9"- T@">8)>@>-)

"41) %#:8! :#! #!# ' $/951) 1,-064-4(5-2,&7.615*5-0(7,(+3

CHD Living is pleased to provide:Nursing ! Respite ! Palliative Care ! Dementia CareDay Care !Mental Health Care ! Neurorehabilitation

...To our local community

#=: ">(=:T@8"=> => =8$): -@:) -)>8:)9Q <V)@9) -=>8@-8 79 =>P8)VP 430/1 031323 N )T@"VP ">(=I-$+V"6">&O-=O7X N 5)?P 555O-$+V"6">&O-=O7X

G:=6"+):9 =( -@:) 9">-) 3./0 L ,VV 9):6"-)9 :)&"98):)+ 5"8$ 8$) *@:) F7@V"8R *=TT"99"=>

LIVE YOUR LIFE YOURWAYSpecialist care in luxurious settings

Brownscombe House ! HaslemereResidential, Nursing, Palliativetel: 01428 643 528Crest Lodge ! HindheadMental Health Caretel: 01428 605 577

Surrey Heights & Hills ! GodalmingResidential, Nursing, Dementiatel: 01428 682 734

St Catherine's Manor ! GuildfordResidential, Nursing, Dementiatel: 01483 531 181

Bagshot Park ! BagshotNeurorehabilitation: Brain Injury,Parkinsons, MS, Stroketel: 01276 450 800

LIH37_p35.indd 1 29/11/2012 10:52


grayshott news

Father Christmas will be making aspecial visit to Grayshott for the annualChristmas Market on December 1.The fun event, between 4-7pm, willalso include the village light switch on,

Christmas Stalls, Kaighins’ BBQ, mulledwine, mince pies and ash puppets. Inaddition, there will be entertainmentfrom both the Haslemere Rock Choir andthe Grayshott folk club.

Grayshott Concerts have achieved nationalrecognition for their work in bringing musicinto the community.

Every year, Making Music, the nationalorganisation representing over 3000 localvoluntary music groups throughout the UK,awards the Lady Hilary Groves Prize to anindividual who has made an outstandingcontribution to music in the community.

However, this year they have decided toaward the prize, a certificate signed by HRH

The Duchess of Kent, Patron of Making Music,jointly to the founders of Grayshott Concerts,Peter and Vivien Harrison.

The award was presented to Peter and Vivienduring the interval of their latest communityconcert, featuring ‘The Peacemakers’composed and conducted by Karl Jenkins,Patron of Grayshott Concerts and performedby Excelsis, the choir they helped form in2007.

Grayshott Concerts 01428 606666

Grayshott Concerts winsnational music prize

Andrew Potter (left), past Chair of Making Music, presents the Lady Hilary Groves Prize 2012 to Vivienand Peter Harrison (right), founders of Grayshott Concerts at the group’s recent performance of‘The Peacemakers’, composed and conducted by Karl Jenkins (second from left) – Photo courtesy ofChristopher Turner Photography

Hidden Gardensof GrayshottHidden Gardens of Grayshott is a biennialevent where private gardens in Grayshottopen their gates to the public to raisemoney for gardening projects around thevillage.

The 2013 event will take place on theweekend from 4-5 May, with over 20gardens and two allotment sites to beviewed.

Entry to this year’s event is £5 per personwith children under 16 free.

Programmes available from GrayshottBooks 01428 604798 a month prior to theevent, and at the box office on the day.

Railings restoredAn initiative of theGrayshott VillageArchive hasresulted in therestoration of veryspecial railingsin Grayshott.The railingssurrounding thetree planted tocommemorate theSilver Jubilee of King George V and QueenMary in 1935 have been restored and theplaque in St. Luke’s churchyard at the foot ofthe Yew tree planted to commemorate theirCoronation in 1911.

Restored in the workshop of RichardPeskett, local specialist restorer of veterancars and Friends Secretary of the VillageArchive, who explained that the tree andrailings situated at the apex of HeadleyRoad and Whitmore Vale Road in front ofSt. Luke’s church were originally fundedby the Grayshott Mothers Union astheir contribution to the Silver Jubileecelebrations in 1935.The railings were madeby a Mr.Venning (a fine example of wroughtiron craftsmanship) and the tree planted bythe Grayshott Girl Guides.

The Yew tree in the churchyard wasplanted (along with a similar tree on theLyndon Green, now known as the ‘GrannyRobinson’s’ tree) for the 1911 Coronationwith a suitable plaque commemorating theevent carried out by children from Grayshottschool.

Hidden Gardens of Grayshott

Phil Bates andRichard Peskett.Father Christmas comes to Grayshott

Grayshott Christmas Lights.

LIH37_p36_Grayshott.indd 36 29/11/2012 12:17

LIH37_p37.indd 1 29/11/2012 09:53


arts A VictorianChristmasThe 14 December will see folk musicians,Chris Green, Jude Rees and Sophie Matthewspresent a special festive show at GrayshottVillage Hall. Through costume, music, songand story-telling, as well as a Mummer’sPlay, Blast from the Past, audiences will betransported to Victorian times and re-createthe Christmas of a bygone age.

Guests are encouraged to come along inVictorian fancy dress and to bring their ownfood to enjoy alongside the licensed bar.

www.avictorianchristmas.co.uk

Oh yes it most certainly is! When onceagain the Haslemere Thespians invite youto join them for their traditional familypantomime.

January 2013 will be the turn of Cinderella– a fairy-tale story where: good fights

evil and prevails; boys dress as girls andgirls dress as boys; and true love spreadshappiness over the land.

All the glitz, glamour and spectacle whichhave come to be expected from Haslemere’s

greatest pantomime will be present, notforgetting the fun, jokes and audienceparticipation!

Performances at the Haslmere Hall onFriday 11 and Friday 18 January 2013 at7:30pm; Saturday 12 and Saturday 19January 2013 at 2pm and 6:30pm; andSunday 13 January 2013 at 2pm

Buy tickets at www.haslemerehall.co.uk oron 01428 642 161.

Yes, it’s that time of year again– Oh no it isn’t!

Haslemere Thespians 2012 production

Blast from the Past-A Victorian Christmas

LIH37_p38_Arts.indd 38 29/11/2012 12:20


Off

icia

lFue

lEco

nom

yFi

gure

sfo

rth

eM

INIR

ange

:Urb

an26

.4–

67.3

mpg

(10.

7–

4.2

l/100

km).

Extr

aU

rban

44.8

–80

.7m

pg(6

.3–

3.5

l/100

km).

Com

bine

d35

.8–

74.3

mpg

(7.9

–3.

8l/1

00km

).CO

2em

issi

ons

184

–99

g/km

.*P

erce

ntag

epa

yabl

eup

fron

tan

dop

tion

alfi

nalp

aym

ent

may

vary

whe

nse

lect

ing

opti

ons.

Off

eris

avai

labl

eon

MIN

ICoo

per

S,M

INIC

oope

rSD

and

MIN

IJoh

nCo

oper

Wor

ks(e

xclu

ding

John

Coop

erW

orks

Coun

trym

an)

whe

nor

dere

dby

reta

ilcu

stom

ers

only

whe

nor

dere

dan

dre

gist

ered

by31

Dec

embe

r20

12w

hen

fina

nced

thro

ugh

MIN

ISel

ect.

Not

avai

labl

ew

ith

any

othe

rof

fer.

†Opt

ion

topu

rcha

sefe

ean

dop

tion

alfi

nalp

aym

ent

paya

ble

atth

een

dof

the

agre

emen

tif

you

deci

deto

purc

hase

the

vehi

cle.

‡Ane

wag

reem

ent

issu

bjec

tto

stat

us.A

nysu

rplu

sva

lue

over

Esti

mat

edFu

ture

Valu

ego

esto

war

dsyo

urne

xtM

INIa

sa

depo

sit.

Ifth

eca

ris

wor

thle

ssth

anth

eEs

tim

ated

Futu

reVa

lue

atth

een

dof

the

agre

emen

t,yo

uca

nre

turn

the

car

tous

wit

hout

mak

ing

the

fina

lpay

men

t.**

Exce

ssm

ileag

ech

arge

san

dve

hicl

eco

ndit

ion

char

ges

may

bepa

yabl

esh

ould

you

retu

rnth

eve

hicl

e.A

llfi

nanc

eis

subj

ect

tost

atus

and

avai

labl

eto

over

18s

inth

eU

Kon

ly(e

xclu

ding

the

Chan

nelI

slan

ds).

Gua

rant

ees

and

inde

mni

ties

may

bere

quir

ed.A

dver

tise

dfi

nanc

eis

prov

ided

byM

INIF

inan

cial

Serv

ices

(MIN

IFS)

,Bar

tley

Way

,Hoo

k,H

amps

hire

RG27

9UF.

Whi

lst

we

have

clos

elin

ksw

ith

MIN

IFS

and

com

mon

lyin

trod

uce

cust

omer

sto

MIN

IFS,

we

dono

tw

ork

excl

usiv

ely

wit

hM

INIF

S.^ T

est

driv

esu

bjec

tto

appl

ican

tst

atus

and

avai

labi

lity.

MIN

Istr

yof

Fina

nce

isno

tco

nnec

ted

toor

endo

rsed

byan

ygo

vern

men

tde

part

men

t.

PUT HALF THEPRICE ON ICE.

PAY HALF NOW, HALF LATER.

The MINI 50/50 finance plan is designed to keep yourupper lip stiffer than a well-starched collar. You pay just50%* on a MINI Cooper S, SD or John Cooper Works.After two years either pay the other 50%†, partexchange for a new MINI‡ or simply hand it back**.

REPRESENTATIVE 0% APR.

BARONS HINDHEADLondon Road, HindheadSurrey GU26 6AE01428 853383 www.baronshindheadmini.co.uk/MINIstry

Contact Barons Hindhead on 01428 853383 to findout more or to book a test drive^.

LIH37_p39.indd 39 29/11/2012 12:21


what’s on

l Saturday 1 DecemberParish Christmas Fair and CarolsVenue: The Link, Derby Road, nextto St Bartholomew’s ChurchTime: 10am – 12pmPrice: £1

l Sunday 2 DecemberHaslemere Christmas MarketVenue: Haslemere Town CentreTime: 10am – 4pm

Mulled Wine DayVenue: Gilbert White’sHouse & GardenTime: 10.30am until 4.30pmPrice: £5 (including glassof mulled wine)Contact: 01420 511275

Turning on of theChristmas LightsVenue: Beacon HillTime: 4.30pm

Tree DressingVenue: Weald & DownlandOpen Air MuseumTime: 12.30pm – 4pmPrice: Adult £10, Adults 65+ £9,Children £5.40

l Thursday 6 DecemberChristmas FairVenue: Haslewey CommunityCentre, Lion Green, Wey HillTime: 3.30 pm - 9pm

l Friday 7 December -Sunday 13 JanuaryAladdinVenue: Yvonne Arnaud TheatreMillbrook, GuildfordPrice: From £15.50Contact: 01483 440000

l Saturday 8 DecemberFiggy PuddingVenue: Haslemere EducationalMuseum, High StreetTime: 7.30pmPrice: Adults £12, under 18s £5Contact: 01428 642 112

HMS ConcertVenue: Haslemere Hall,Bridge RoadTime: 7.30pmPrice: £15, £10, £8,under 18s half priceContact: 01428 642 161

Regency DanceVenue: Gilbert White’s House& GardenTime: 7.30pm until 11pmPrice: Adults £50 or £90 for 2adults. Groups of 8 or moretickets are £40 per adult.Contact: 01420 511275

l Tuesday 11 DecemberHDFAS Christmas lunch(by ticket only) and lecture:St Nicholas of Myra andSanta ClausVenue: Haslemere Hall,Bridge RoadTime: LunchtimeContact: 01428 642 720

Viva Forever!Venue: Piccadilly Theatre inLondon’s West EndTime: Monday - Thursday at7.30pm,Friday at 5pm and 8.30pm,Saturday at 3pm and 7.30pmPrice: £52.50, £35, £20 -all performances until 10December 2012£67.50, £45, £20 -all performances from 11December 2012Contact:www.VivaForeverTheMusical.com

l Thursday 13 December20% off Aspinal ChristmasShopping EventTime: 12-9pmVenue: Aspinal House, Highfield,Fernhurst, West SussexContact: 01428 648180

l Friday 14 DecemberGrayshott Folk Club presents:A Victorian Christmas -Blast from the PastVenue: Grayshott Village Hall,Headley Road, nr HindheadTime: 7pmPrice: Adults, £14, under 16s £8,family (2 adults, 2 children) £40Contact: 01428 604 798

l Sunday 16 DecemberConservation tasks in HaslemereVenue: Shepherds HillCommonTime: 10amContact: 01252 792416

Jane’s BirthdayVenue: Jane Austen’s HouseMuseum, ChawtonTime: 10.30am - 4.30pm(last entry 4pm)Price: Free today onlyContact: 01420 83262

l Thursday 20 –Monday 24 December

Father Christmas in his Victorianstyle grottoVenue: Haslemere EducationalMuseum, High StreetTime: 10.30am-4pm (ChristmasEve up until 12.30pm)Contact: 01428 642112

l Saturday 22 DecemberMummersVenue: Haslemere EducationalMuseum, High StreetTime: 11amPrice: DonationsContact: 01428 642112

Jack and the BeanstalkVenue: Mayflower, 26 Comercialrd, SouthamptonPrice: From £14Contact: www.mayflower.org.uk

Haslemere’s Christmas CrackerVenue: Haslemere Hall,Bridge RoadTime: 7.30pmPrice: £10 & 8.50(£5 & £4 for children)Contact: 01428 642161

l Wednesday 26 -Thursday 27 December

WWII Christmas LeaveVenue: Watercress Line, AlresfordPrice: Adult £14, Child (2-16yrs) £7,Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £35Contact:www.watercressline.co.uk

l Monday 31 DecemberNew Year’s Eve PartyVenue: Haslemere HallPrice: £12Contact: 01428 642161

l Friday 11 – Sunday 19 JanuaryCinderella! A traditional familypantomimeVenue: Haslemere Hall,Bridge RoadTime: Friday at 7.30 pm, Saturdayat 2.30pm and 6.30 pm,Sunday at 2pmPrice: £7 to £10 (child &family discounts available)Contact: 01428 462 161

l Friday 18 JanuaryOpera South presents apre-opera presentation ofRossini’s Count OryVenue: Haslemere EducationalMuseum, High StreetPrice: £12.50 to include wine andrefreshmentsContact: 01428 643 129

Goodnight Mister TomVenue: Charing Cross Road,Price: £15 - £46.50Contact: www.cft.org.uk

l Saturday 26 January2013 FROG quiz - In aid of ParishOutward Giving.Venue: St Bartholomew’s SchoolTime: 7.30pmPrice: £15 to include supper of fish& chips and fruit (£5 for schoolyear 9 plus)

Traditional Burns Night DinnerVenue: Haslewey CommunityCentre, Lion Green, Wey HillTime: 7pm for 7.30pmPrice: £35 pp to includewelcome drinkContact: 01428 648 716

What’s on – December - January

Sunday 2 December, Tree Dressing, Weald & Downland Open Air Museum

LIH37_p40_whats_on.indd 40 29/11/2012 12:22


competition

White appliances use almosthalf of total domestic electricityconsumption, according to theEnergy Saving Trust.

If we make more energyefficient choices when buyingessential appliances we couldsave up to £200 a year. As wellas being cheaper to run becausethey use less power, efficientappliances can help ourenvironment, releasing fewergreenhouse gas emissions at thepower stations.

C.J. Hampshire, the domesticappliance specialists andelectrical retailers based inMidhurst and Liphook, knowthat replacing appliances canconfuse some householders

Mark Somerville, who runs

1. How often shouldyou replace yourwhite applianceto make it moreefficient?

2. Where are C.J.Hampshire’s twostores based?

3. How many swivelwheels doesthis Bosch VacuumCleaner have?

Send your entries with yourname, address, email andphone number to:Life Magazines,Tindle House, High Street,Bordon GU35 0AYor email [email protected]

Terms and conditions Entries mustbe received by 15 January 2013. Oneentry per person. The winners will bedecided by draw and announced inthe February/March issue of Life in

Haslemere. The judges’ decision is final.No cash alternative is available. Byentering this competition you acceptthat your data can be passed to oursponsors. Employees of Life Magazinesand accociates of C J Hampshire arenot allowed to submit entries.

Congratulations to ourcompetition winner MrsYoung on winning 100Allium Bulbs from GraduateLandscapes Ltd.“I alwaysread the magazine andwhen I saw the competitionI thought i’d enter becausethe garden needed arevamp!”

For yourchance towin...

COMPETITIONWINNER

A Boschvacuum cleanerBSGL5126GBworth £195!

All you have to do isanswer these threequestions:

COMPETITIONCOMPETITION

both branches, says: “Of courseeveryone wants to save money.But increasingly, we also findthat people want to do moreto help the environment. Andlittle things, like replacing anappliance that is more than 10years old and inefficient withone that uses less energy is oneway to be a bit greener and savemoney at the same time,” hesaid.

Most white goods andcommon kitchen applianceshave an energy efficiency rating.For laundry appliances anddishwashers, the most efficientare A-rated. For cold appliances,look for A++ or A+. If yourcurrent appliance is rated Bto G it can use up to twice theelectricity as an A++ product.These costs stack up over thelifetime of a machine.

The Bosch Vacuum CleanerBSGL5126GB delivers greatperformance but lowerwattage from the compressormotor meaning a great energysaving – up to 50%! Thismodel also features a 360°Ball ConnectionTM for flexiblehose movement as well asfour swivel wheels for extramanoeuvrability.

C.J. Hampshire offer apersonal and professionalapproach to take the hassleout of buying a new appliance.

All staff have an extensiveknowledge of the wide rangeof top brand products, andtheir advice can ensure youbuy the right product for yourneeds. Free local installationand delivery offreestandingitems andtelevisionsare availablefrom C.J.Hampshire

They will givea free quote to replace built-inappliances and a co-ordinated‘one-stop shop’ for productsthat require specialist gas, aerialor electrical support. Theirqualified engineers can serviceand repair most makes andmodels. C.J. Hampshire alsohave a large warehouse, andmany products are availablefor immediate delivery. For anynot in stock there is a quick andefficient ordering system. Largerpaid-for items can be storeduntil the householder is readyto take delivery. This can behelpful when refitting a kitchenor when manufacturers onlybuild to order.

C.J. Hampshire Rumbolds Hill,Midhurst, GU29 9BY 01730 8162195 The Square, Liphook, GU30 7AB01428 722416www.cjhamppshire.co.uk

WIN!A BoschVacuum

Cleaner fromC.J.Hampshire

CLOSINGDATE

15 January2013

Local specialists C.J.Hampshire will help when you have toreplace a domestic appliance

Be greenerwith this cleaner

LIH35_41_Competition.indd 41 29/11/2012 12:27

Emergency ServicesFireSurrey Fire and Rescue ServiceHead Quarters Croydon Road,Reigate RH2 0EJ01737 242444Haslemere Police Station,46 West Street, GU27 2AB0845 125 2222Gas, Water and ElectricityElectricity Emergency0845 770 8090Gas Emergency 0800 111 999Southern Water 0845 2780845HealthAcupuncture Health CentreThe Five Elements, BeechRoad, Haslemere GU27 2BX01428 643015Dr C Taylor & Partners,Haslemere Health Centre,Church Lane, Haslemere,Surrey GU27 2BQ01483 783021

Dr C.P. Taylor & Partners,Fernhurst Surgery, Crossfields,Fernhurst, Haslemere GU273JL01428 651040Haslemere Health Centre01483 783021Haslemere Hospital01483 782300Holy Cross Hospital,Hindhead Road, HaslemereGU27 1NQ01428 643311Homecall Doctor,Warrenden, Weydown Road,GU27 1DS01428 654786Royal Surrey County Hospital01483 571122Helplines, SupportGroups & CharitiesAlcoholics Anonymous0845 769 7555Alzheimer’s Society01428 642055

Arthritis Care Grayshott01428 643625

Arthritis Research Campaign01428 724741

BLISS01428 642320

Books On Wheels01428 605498

British Heart Foundation01483 419774

Canine Partners forIndependence08456 580480

Care In Haslemere01428 652505

Cats Protection01428 604297

Celebrate Marriage01428 652368

Cruse Bereavement Care01483 418781

Childline0800 1111

Citizen’s Advice Bureau0844 8487969

Crossways Counselling Service01428 644333

Friends of Holy Cross Hospital01428 683144

Guide Dogs for the Blind01428 751572

Haslemere Blind Club01428 643971

Haslemere and DistrictVolunteer Bureau01428 661166

Haslemere and DistrictMacmillan Cancer Support01428 751524

Haslemere and DistrictRound Table Society07717836809

Haslemere EducationalMuseum01428 642112

Haslemere Gateway Club01428 654496

Haslemere Hard of HearingSupport Group01428 658190

Haslemere Library01428 642907

Haslemere Rotary Club01428 722456

www.haslemererotary.co.uk

Haslemere Society01428 661379

Haslemere Stroke Club01428 653279

Haslewey Community Centreand Age Concern Day Centre01428 648716

Haslemere U3A University ofthe Third Age 01428 644350

Hindhead Community Group01428 607816

Home-Start Farnham01252 737453

Home-Start Butser01730 233 755

Hoppa Community Transport01428 681701

King’s World Trust for Children01428 653504

Royal British Legion01428 642675

Samaritans08457 909090

Visitor Information Centre01428 645425

Women’s Royal VoluntaryService01483 722708

Local Contacts

directory

Haslemere Office:70c High Street,HaslemereGU27 ZLA

Petersfield Office:16 Lavant Street,PetersfieldGU32 3EW

Farnham Office:114/115 West Street,FarnhamGU9 7HL

Bordon Office:Tindle HouseHigh Street,Bordon GU35 0AY

DisclaimerLife in Haslemere is published by Tindle Newspapers Ltd. The views or factsexpressed in the content of the magazine editorial or advertising are notnecessarily those of the editor or New Life Magazines Ltd nor do they acceptresponsibility for any errors, inaccuracies or omissions or any legal implica-tions arising thereof. New Life Magazines Ltd retains © copyright over thecontent. Any material submitted to the publishers is done so at the sender’srisk and may or may not be returned, and may be subject to editing withoutnotice prior to publication. New Life Magazines Ltd does not necessarilyendorse any of the businesses or services featured in this magazine.

New Life Magazines Limited

Life in HaslemereEditorial Alana Hebenton

[email protected]

Managing Director Karen [email protected]

Advertising Manager Jo [email protected]

Distribution Manager Chris Etheridge

Graphic Design Neil Garland, Damian Fox

Photographers Christopher Turner, Stephanie Swann

Contributors Charlie Smith, Simon Labrow, PippaGreenwood, Alice M , Ruan Kitchener,Harry Andreou, Aaron Page

Arnold’s Garage.................................Page 28Barons BMW.......................................Page 39Bartlett Tree Services ...................... Page 27Beau-Port Kitchens.............................Page 3Bramdean Stoves ................... Page 15 & 28CHD Living........................................... Page 35C.J. Hampshire ..........................Page 31 & 41Clean Bins Ltd.....................................Page 29Collingwood Batchellor ................. Page 10Daubeny Tree Services.................... Page 27Dream Doors .......................................Page 13Graduate Landscapes ..................... Page 25Hartley Clinic...................................... Page 19Huntington House.................................... IBCIdeal Kit................................................. Page 37John Jenkins........................................Page 38J.L Nobbs .............................................Page 28Knight Frank ..............................................OBCLinden Homes......................................Page 11

Littlejohn Bathrooms.........................Page 5MacDonald Oates ............................ Page 33McAllister Thomas Fine Arts......................................................... Page 13 & 17Meon Face ........................................... Page 19MTS Tyres .............................................Page 39Need-a-Site ........................................Page 29Old Thorns Manor Hotel.................Page 17One Step Therapy ............................ Page 23R Miles and Sons...............................Page 29Russells Furniture..............................Page 13Salesian College................................ Page 33Signature Care......................................Page 7Snug Interiors ............................................ IFCStephen Anthony Design...............Page 15Sublime Pilates.................................. Page 23Transform Landscapes ................... Page 27Uniq Physique.................................... Page 23

Advertisers in this issue

Where to find Life in Haslemere

Beacon HillJaycees FoodstorePost Office

BrookHaslemere Garden Centre

CamelsdaleArnold’s GarageCee Gees Village Store

ChiddingfoldChiddingfold Post OfficeThe Green RoomThe Crown InnThe Swan Inn

ChurtAvalon Garden CentreCrossways InnPride of the Valley Hotel

Headley DownHeadley Fine FoodsMartins NewsagentsOne Stop

FernhurstThe Post OfficeThe Newsagent

GrayshottApplegarth Farm ShopFox and PelicanGrayshott PotteryGrayshott SpaGrayshott Village PostOfficeVillage Kitchen Caterers

GrayswoodWheatsheaf Hotel

HaslemereGeorgian House HotelHammonds Newsagents(Haslemere Station)Haslemere MuseumHemingwaysInn on the HillJL NobbsLand of NodMarley FlowersRoyal Oak PubWaitroseWhite HorseLower Roundhurst FarmHindheadDe Vere Branksome PlaceDevil’s Punchbowl HotelRoyal Parade StoresKingsley GreenLythe Hill Hotel

LiphookChampneys Forest MereGables NewsagentsOld Thorns Manor HotelGolf & Country Estate

MilfordSecretts

MillandRising Sun

PassfieldPassfield Post Office

WeyhillAerial Systems/Bluestone FXCo-opEden Hair and BeautyTesco

Life in Haslemere is delivered directly to homes across the region.It is also available from the following:

If you would like your name to be added to this list please contact usat Life Magazines:Tel: 01420 485188 [email protected]


LIH36_p42_directory.indd 42 29/11/2012 12:50

LIH37_p43.indd 1 30/11/2012 09:26

Looking forward toa happy new year…

…especially if the market is able to build on the successes of 2012. In what many in theproperty industry are regarding as trying times, the Haslemere office of Knight Frank haveexchanged contracts on over £52 million worth of property, from pretty cottages to farmsand estates, and prices ranging from under half a million pounds to well into the multiplesof millions.

If you are thinking of thinking of selling your property or would like a free marketappraisal please speak to either Russell Grieve or Sam Turner on 01428 770 560or visit us online at KnightFrank.co.uk/Haslemere

This success is built on sensible pricing and a proactive approach coupled with what arewidely regarded as the best marketing materials available.

SOLDLodsworthGuide Price £695,000

SOLDLiphookGuide Price £1,650,000

SOLDChiddingfoldGuide Price £1,750,000

SOLDMillandGuide Price £950,000

LIH37_p44.indd 1 29/11/2012 10:54

life in haslemere

Documents

christmas period

festivitiesof christmas

christmas carollingwith

party theme

chur t

grayshot t

real party animals

yourfunky party outt