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W elcome to the third edition of Sutton Voice, the magazine.!

When I set out to produce this borough wide refl ection of just what is going on in our community I thought I had a grasp of the breadth and the depth of its activities. With the publication of this magazine I have already been able to feature more than 50 different groups or organisations - but now I realise I haven’t even scratched the surface!

And this is where you come in.

If you want to be featured in the magazine just write to me at [email protected] and I will do my best to give you the opportunity to tell your story to the wonderful residents of Sutton.

Summer is always a busy time in Sutton and look out for the wide range of fre activities that are being offered through the summer festival which is organised by Sutton Council.

The magazine will be taking a rest for the summer but will be back in September determined once again to feature all of the various aspects of Sutton life.

And fi nally.....

The magazine although not for profi t does need advertising revenue to survive and so on pages 25/26 I have featured just how easy it is for

businesses to be part of Sutton Voice the magazine. I do hope that potential advertisers will consider Sutton Voice the magazine when they decide they have a need to advertise.

Roger Mills

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Sutton Voice is published by Just Local Publishing LtdThe magazine is available at key points in the borough which are publicised on the website (www.suttonvoice.co.uk) and on social media. Just Local Publishing has tried to ensure that all of the information in this magazine is accurate at the time of publication. However we do not take any responsibility for mistakes or omissions. No responsibility is taken for the content of advertisements. Reproduction of any content without the written permission of the publisher is forbidden. This publication contains paper manufactured by a certifi ed supplier operating within internationally recognised environmental standards.

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{Whitehall}

Spotlight on the borough’s wonderful buildings

Whitehall is a local museum in the centre of Cheam village set in a building which was built

around the time that Henry VIII came to the throne. At present no one is sure what Whitehall was originally used for, it may have been a church hall or inn or possibly a farmhouse. Either way, with a jetty on the front and back of the building and its distinctive ‘tipsy’ porch, Whitehall was built to impress.

‘Whitehall’ is not the fi rst name for the building. It has been known as ‘Maids of Honour House’ suggesting a connection to Nonsuch Palace and ‘The Council House’ which links to an unlikely story that Elizabeth I held an impromptu council meeting there to sign important papers when she was on a hunting expedition. Whitehall is also rumoured to have been the original home of Cheam School.

Whatever its original purpose, Whitehall has been a home for most of its lifetime and each resident has made their own changes and alterations. One of the fi rst

probable residents is James Boevey, a Huguenot banker, merchant and philosopher, who lived in Cheam from 1679 until his death in 1696. His will includes a detailed inventory of his home, the earliest description we have of Whitehall with its furnishings and fi ttings including four porridge pots, two kettles, several tubs for drink and twenty glass bottles!

From 1742 until 1963 the house was owned by the Killick family. Their long ownership may be responsible for the many original and period features still visible inside, including 2 stunning fi replaces, a fabulous crown-post roof and a door scratched with Royalist graffi ti believed to date to the English Civil War. The original wall timbers with wattle and daub infi ll can be seen in several rooms.

Whitehall is open to the public, admission free. Opening times and details of events can be found on the Friends of Whitehall website www.friendsofwhitehallcheam.co.uk


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The John Fisher School became Sutton Borough Athletics Champions again this week at the Sutton Arena, winning the overall boys’ trophy by 70 points over the other boys’ schools. Years 7, 8, 9 & 10 each won their respective age groups.

{Education Matters}

A look at what our great local schools and colleges are doing

Below left: Council leader Ruth Dombey. Below right: Mayor of Sutton

Nearly 100 people heard inspiring stories from Sutton College students recently at the College Adult Learners’ Week Awards evening. Hosted by comedian Tim Vine, students’ hard work and achievements were acknowledged as well as stories of the journeys that some had taken on their lifelong learning.

Students were nominated for their outstanding work and achievements and award recipients included English

To co-incide with the celebration of the Magna Carta recently, 800 years to the day since it was was sealed at Runnymede by King John, the Cheam High School Learning Resource Centre held a lunchtime event to mark this important anniversary.

Students from Years 7 and 8 created their

own, condensed version of the original document, using quill pens and ink on parchment paper. Their scrolls were then sealed with real sealing wax. There was also an opportunity to colour in a beautiful illuminated letter, similar to the ones used in medieval manuscripts.

Language students, extremely talented woodwork students and families from Muschamp Primary School who attended a Sutton College Family Learning course.

Tim Vine said that there were ‘truly inspiring people at the Adult learner awards Sutton College. I want to learn something!’

The Mayor of Sutton presented certifi cates and Leader of the Council Ruth Dombey, tweeted’ Look what amazing courses they offer


‘There are no limits to what our girls can achieve...’

Mrs Katharine Crouch

Headmistress

An Outstanding Independent Education for Girls aged 3—18

Find out more about life at Sutton High School

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During my time as the Mayor of Sutton, both I and the mayoress had the pleasure of meeting inspiring community members

ranging from 3 years old to 102 who go out of their way to make the borough such a special place.

That is why my theme for the year was volunteers and volunteering in the community.

There are three categories of people involved in the volunteering process: peer supporters, willing volunteers and the recipients of the volunteering itself. I set out to meet as many of each as I could and was humbled again and again.

There is no way to repay the invaluable work done by you all, but I hope the more than £12,500 raised for my chosen charities Sutton Seniors Forum and SMILE (Sutton Mentoring and Independent Leisure Experiences) through my two quizzes, mulled wine event, Italian evening and, of course, my birthday bash goes towards expressing how grateful I am for all the fantastic work our wonderful volunteers and charities do.

During my time as mayor I’ve also had

the privilege of attending so many meaningful events from several 100+ birthday parties and community festivals to British citizenship ceremonies at our lovely Registry Offi ce in Worcester Road and memorial services for the world wars. I have learnt just how thriving our arts scene is, enjoyed concerts and exhibitions at our wonderful cultural venues, and been reminded of the outstanding standards set by our schools and their pupils.

Being the mayor is unique - not only is it a heavy responsibility to serve the borough as its fi rst citizen to the best of your ability, it is also a rarely-bestowed honour, privilege and very humbling role. Statistically you have more chance of winning the lottery than getting the chance to do it!

It has been one of the greatest highlights of my life and for that I’d like to say thank you - to my hard-working colleagues at Sutton Council, my friends, family and wife Su, and to all the borough’s wonderfully diverse residents.

I could not have done it without you all.

Cllr Arthur Hookway, former Mayor of Sutton

…pleased to be able to bring the borough the thanks of Sutton’s former Mayor


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14TH AUGUST 15 Surrey Falconry and bird of prey flying Display FUN STARTS: 10.00 – 16.00 Flying Displays: 12.00 And 15.00

21st AUGUST 15 Tom’s Talking Reptiles back by popular demand! FUN STARTS: 10.00 – 16.00

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Join us for our action packed Summer adventure. Everyone welcome.

“It’s good to talk – online!”

Five ways the Internet helps us to stay connected.

You already keep in touch with family and friends via telephone, writing letters (a lost art!), and text messages.

And if you’re also online, the Internet will give you a change to keep in touch with more people – via computers, tablets and smartphones.

As a communication channel, the Internet is of course no substitute for visits and close contact, but it can be a useful medium by which to connect with other people, develop your knowledge and explore the world!

Here are fi ve examples how the Internet can help make staying in touch easier.

Facebook - a way to fi nd old friends, share photos and news.

Twitter - a convenient way to stay involved with local and global events and happenings.

Skype – a popular tool that allows you to talk face to face with family and friends anywhere in the world for free

Youtube – a way to share experiences

through video, and learn almost

anything.

Pinterest – a virtual inspiration board, that lets share recipes, home and gardens ideas, craft ideas, and so much more.

There’s a world waiting to be discovered, and you just need to be brave enough to

take the fi rst step. Yes, all the technology and buzzwords leaping around can be daunting. However, if you take a minute (and a deep breath), you will fi nd that the digital world is not as complicated as you may think.

In fact, tablets and smartphones are intuitive devices, and can easily be mastered with a little help – like a quick one-to-one lesson with one of our trained volunteers.

Our classes and courses are designed to teach you what you want to learn, at your own pace. You are in charge and if you have no idea where to begin, we’ll help you!

To fi nd out more about our programme and classes near you, contact 020 8770 6960 or email [email protected]

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Reminding everyone how to keep in touch…


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Great news for parents: Libraries

across the Sutton are getting ready to encourage young readers to explore some of the astonishing real-life achievements and world records as featured in the Guinness World Records Books as part of the Summer Reading Challenge 2015.

Every year there is a new theme for the national challenge and this year the Summer Reading Challenge has teamed up with Guinness World Records - the global authority in record-breaking achievements

and publisher of the annual Guinness World Records ™book – to establish a “Record Breakers” themed Challenge. Record Breakers brings together fact and fi ction, challenging young readers to explore astonishing real-life achievements and world records.

The annual Summer Reading Challenge, aimed and 4- 11 year olds and their families, is simple and fun. Children are encouraged to read six or more library books of their choice during the summer holidays with collectable incentives and rewards, plus a certifi cate and medal for

every child who completes the Challenge. Children can sign up at their local library from Saturday 11th July– it’s absolutely free.

Collecting stickers as they go, young readers will discover the weird, wonderful and wacky records from around the world in six different categories: Cool Tech, Way to Go!, The Big Stuff, Animal Magic, People Power and Action! Adventure!

As part of this year’s Challenge, Sutton Libraries will be asking everyone to make a pledge to help set a new Guinness

World Records™ title for the Most Pledges Received for a Reading Campaign! Visit your local Sutton library (excluding Beddington and the mobile) on Saturday 11th July from 2-4pm to make your pledge.

The Summer Reading Challenge is an immensely popular and successful national reading initiative, created by The Reading Agency. Last year nearly 2000 children in Sutton took part in the Mythical Maze, with 50% of those reading all 6 books and completing the challenge, which is a record achievement for the borough!

{Library Services}

With great news for parents this Summer


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JW Cannon is a third generation building company which is using its rm amily oundations to di ersi y into a modern and inno ati e business but with a ery human ethos underlined by its 65 year s o commitment to the community.

Sutton Mencap is a borough based charity which supports adults

and children with a learning disability to have fun, learn new skills, socialise and make friends. We provide leisure, learning and play opportunities at our base in Wallington and a range of other community venues.

With funding from City Bridge Trust, we are developing a new service called Community Link, which aims to support people with a mild learning disability who can get out and about independently or with a bit of help from friends, to get more involved in their local community.

Our aim is to enable people take part in community life and make the most of their spare time. Community Link can work with people in two different ways:

1. We can provide initial one to one support for people to

join a community activity in their local area. For example; if an individual would like to join a group;

be it anything from arts to Zumba, but feels daunted by the thought of starting on their own, we provide support until they get used

to it and feel happy to go independently.

2. We can also provide initial help for a small group of people to

set up their own shared interest leisure group in a

community space. For example if somebody has a favourite hobby; it could be anything from knitting to eating Chinese food, and wants to share their hobby with other people, we can support a small group to set up a club in a community space. We provide support to the group until everyone is happy to attend independently and support each other.

If you or anyone you know has a mild learning disability and may benefi t from the

project, please do get in touch with Jade at Sutton Mencap on 0208 647 8600 or [email protected]

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Is your child aged 3-4?Your childcare provider may be entitled to funding to support their learning.

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Deep dive into the One of the fi rst things to greet arrivals at Sutton station are signs revealing that they have also found the home for Subsea 7. The international company behind the major work going on in Brighton Road.

Sutton isn’t an obvious choice given what it does. The fi rm is one of the world’s leading contractors in seabed-to-surface engineering, construction and support services to the offshore industry.

It provides the know-how to enable complex industrial projects to be completed deep under the sea. This includes working with the oil and gas industries, creating advanced fi bre optics networks as well as building off-shore windfarms.

It provides advanced technology for pipe and cable laying and even welding on an ocean seabed. This can be 3,000m below the surface. This is done using a fl eet of specialist vessels equipped with innovations such as remotely operated submarines. They operate in the world’s most hostile natural environments.

Subsea7 is a global business with bases in UK, Canada, Norway, the Gulf of Mexico, Africa, Brazil, Asia Pacifi c and Middle East.

The Sutton site is a £50m investment by the company and is one of the biggest regeneration projects in the borough. It is exactly the kind of high-tech investments that communities across the UK want to attract. Yet

SubSea7 Company profi le:

25% Female

Over 50 languages spoken fl uently

Average age of 39

50% under 35

Lots of Graduates (Masters & PhD’s)

5 engineers over 70


A company that works in the depths of the world’s oceans is the driving force behind a major building rapidly under construction in the heart of the borough.future

there are no obvious links between the area and the marine industry.

Paul Rosier, programme director at SubSea 7 and lead for the project, says there were compelling reasons for the decision to locate near the town centre.

“Sutton is an ideal location for us. Our current Sutton offi ce provides engineering expertise in support of Subsea 7’s global operations and our ambitious growth strategy for the future. South west London – between the airports – is an area notably populated with the skilled graduates and professionals our industry requires.

“And Sutton, with its excellent transport hub and more than its fair share of green spaces, is a natural choice for an offi ce focusing on both national and international markets.”

The location for its new offi ce on Brighton Road is currently hidden by hoardings featuring artwork by pupils from Devonshire Primary School Overton Grange secondary school. Taking shape behind the boarding is a development that will provide 120,000 sq ft of net offi ce space for up to 780 employees in a modern, highly collaborative working environment.

It will meet the highest energy rating standards with a large solar panel farm on the roof and further electricity generation via through its own combined heat and power unit.

Getting schools to provide artwork is just the beginning as the company will be deepening its links with local

students who may one day become employees.

Rosier says: “We will continue with our enthusiasm to involve pupils from local schools and colleges to support an interest in science, technology, engineering and maths subjects and to gain an understanding of the working environment.”

The heavy work is under way and the fi rst phase is expected to be completed by September.

Rosier says: “We hope the new building tells everyone a lot about who we are and what we are doing. It’s advanced and designed with the future in mind.

“We are here for the long-term and want to enable the community of Sutton to benefi t from that. It is a very real partnership. We are very excited about the future.”

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{Sutton Bussiness}

London boroughs are competing for investment like never before and Sutton wants to make sure it makes

the best of every opportunity.

For that reason, Sutton Council set up Opportunity Sutton in 2012 – a council delivered economic growth programme what would attract inward investment.

“Sutton is no different. If we are to attract new homes, business and job opportunities then we need to have a compelling offer and an ability to market ourselves to investors,” said Cllr Jayne McCoy Chair of the Housing, Economy and Business Committee.

“We wanted to create an enterprising borough with a distinctive competitive offer that would build sustainable economic growth that our residents could benefi t from.

“To do that, Opportunity Sutton focuses on key projects to welcome entrepreneurs and social enterprises, nurture our business base and remove barriers to enterprise.

“In just three years, we have attracted over £330m of inward investment and over 1,700 jobs have been created.

“That work has included attracting new developments to brownfi eld sites. Examples include the redevelopment of Sutton Point next to Sutton Station into fl ats, a hotel and shops that could generate 750 jobs; and the development of Brighton Road Car Park into the new offi ces for Subsea7 with the potential for a further

430 jobs.

“We have also been strengthening our towns and district centres with support for businesses including discounted rates, Business Improvement Districts and the development of a skill matching employment service. There are also longer term projects that, if successful, can become game changers for Sutton.

“The potential extension of the Tramlink from Wimbledon to Sutton is one of those. We are working with TfL and Merton Council to secure the extension which would unlock around 10,000 long term jobs and provide much needed growth to our transport capacity.

“We are also working with the Institute of Cancer Research and the Royal Marsden on proposals to create Europe’s largest Life Science Cluster in Belmont. The development would offer world class cancer research and treatment as well as a ladder of opportunity for our young people through training and employment.

“We have more projects in the pipeline including an apprenticeship hub, an entrepreneurs market and the improvement of the North Sutton Gateway at the north section of High Street.

If Sutton is to remain competitive, then we need to continue to push the boundaries and fi nd new ways that we can support our existing businesses, improve our town centres and attract new developments that will create opportunities for all.”


Councillor Jayne McCoy at a mock up shop which advertised discount business rates

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I think the skateboarding was great, I would love

to do it again. The ramps were great, I never thought I could do that because I was too scared. But thanks to you I can now.

That was the excited reaction of teenager Keiran after his fi rst session with Urban Youth Action (UYA), the Sutton-based charity which offers a range of edgy but positive, healthy and safe activities for young people.

UYA began in 2004 as Sutton Ramp Events (a name still used locally) with volunteers from Sutton churches getting

together to put on ramp events for skateboarders, in-line skaters and for scooter or BMX riders. The charity is now fi rmly established and seeks to build on people’s skills, confi dence, self esteem and social skills in an environment that offers a constructive alternative to negative behaviour.

UYA runs regular ramps sessions and offers tutoring and competition sessions at skateparks in parks, schools and other venues, particularly in less advantaged parts of the borough. Ramp events often include opportunities for those on scooters or BMX, with scootering often being an introduction to

ramps for younger children.

Some of UYA’s events attract up to 200 participants and spectators. There are also structured opportunities for volunteering for young people from

age 14. Sutton currently has an

outdoor skate facility in St Helier and four smaller

facilities at Collingwood

Rec, Mellows Park, Royston Park and on the Roundshaw Estate.

UYA needs regular funding for its work, and because outdoor facilities can’t be used in wet weather and with the closest indoor venues in Caterham and the Thames South Bank the charity has a longer-term aim of establishing its own covered venue in Sutton.

Skateboarding became extremely popular in the UK in the early 2000s when media coverage helped to establish it as a mainstream activity. Despite this it has maintained a distinctive and unconventional culture that remains attractive to many young people.

Further information from: 020 8770 0944; [email protected]; www.urbanyouthaction.co.uk


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Spotlighting on teenagers’ activities in the borough

Brickway Builders is a bricklaying and landscaping company based in Surrey covering all areas in London and the south east.

Headed up by Will Stevenson and Lee Owen, who between them have been working in the building industry for nearly two decades, have already been involved in a vast range of building activities.

In just five years they have built up an enviable reputation for the quality of their work.

“Our range of projects is extensive and our team includes bricklayers and labourers, who provide building works to domestic and commercial buildings,” said Will

“We do brickwork for many different building companies or directly for our clients.

“Brickway Builders focuses mainly on extensions and new builds, a lot of our work is subcontracted to us from other building companies with high reputations.

“They use us because they know that their reputations will be maintained at the highest of level because of the quality of work we produce.

“We love working with bricks and on brickwork because brickwork is one of the first things you would see driving or walking past a new build. So we take great pride in making sure that what you are looking at always looks the best.”

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Will Stevenson

T: 07769 268963

E: [email protected]

For PCSO Colin Allen working for The Met is the icing on the cake - literally - especially after he was presented

with a 65th birthday cake by his colleagues on Sutton North Safer Neighbourhoods Team.

Having made no secret of his passion and enthusiasm for working for the police, PCSO Allen could barely believe it when he was presented with a cake which included an edible photo of himself next to his beloved borough CCTV van.

Printed on the side, also in edible wafer thin icing, was a small apology from his team for having missed his actual birthday by a week. PCSO Allen said: “It was delicious and I even got to keep the Lego CCTV van that came with it too.”

PCSO Allen joined The Met at the age of 55 having served 34 years with the London Fire Brigade fi rst in Croydon and then in Wallington.

Having a mother who was a singer and dancer at the Windmill Theatre in London and having been a part-time DJ for ten years, it’s perhaps not surprising that PCSO Allen has a love of ‘putting on a show’ for the public by giving talks to groups, organisations, schools and at public events.

He enjoys showing people around the CCTV van, which is used to support police operations and to deter crime at major events in the borough.

Sutton North Acting Sergeant Lud O’Brien said PCSO Allen’s commitment never wavers to his 1,300 hours a year duties which can result in up to three shifts a week. “He constantly gives 110% every day. No job is too big or too small and he deals promptly and willingly with residents when they need his help whether it’s helping a vulnerable person or lost cat. He will happily help everyone,”.

{Neighbourhood Watch}

PCSO Colin just one member of our Safer Neighbourhood Teams


Independence through mobility is the proud aim of Sutton’s Shopmobility.

Sutton Shopmobility is a small local charity, based on Level 3 of the St Nicholas Car Park in Sutton.

The organisation offers Mobility scooters, manual and electric wheelchairs for hire enabling those who need help to make the most of Sutton town centre.

“If you become a member you can enjoy the use of our mobility equipment,” said a spokesperson.

“The benefi ts of membership include:

• Use of all mobility equipment

• Free parking in St Nicholas Car park when using a Sutton Shopmobility vehicle

• First hire is free when

joining and 1 hire free on renewal.

“The cost of membership is a £10 annual subscription and £5 every time you use the scheme. If you are just visiting Sutton for the day or not likely to use us on a regular basis, hire is just £6.50.

“Anyone with a need for a wheelchair or scooter can use Sutton Shopmobility. All regular users are required to be registered members, but this is a simple process, then off you go. “We offer manual and electric wheelchairs, and scooters to people with limited mobility .”

“Also if you are thinking of going on holiday, or you are recovering from an illness why not consider hiring a scooter or wheelchair for a longer period. We have vehicles available for longer

hires.”

“Ask inside the shop or give Shopmobility a ring to discuss your requirements and our competitive rates for a week or longer. Since last year, the charity offers a recycle and recondition service whereby we accept unwanted mobility equipment and get them working again so other people can benefi t from using them. As part of the QEF family of charities, Sutton Shopmobility is able to recommend a wide range of services that benefi t disabled people.

Sutton Shopmobility can be found at: Level 3

St Nicholas Centre Car Park; St Nicholas Way; Sutton, Surrey; SM1 1AY

Telephone 0208 770 0691; www.suttonshopmobility.org.uk

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Thanks to the incredible efforts of lots of people the Sutton Voice magazine has passed its trial period.

We used this quarter to see if there was any interest or demand for a new community magazine and thanks to the response it is clear that the borough has welcomed this not for profi t borough wide publication.

Thanks, however, must go to all of the businesses across the borough who have been good enough to support us through their commitment to advertising. Without them this new venture would not have got off the ground.

We are now planning for the Sutton Voice publications in the autumn and as part of our determination to act on behalf of every organisation in the borough - we have decided to increase the advertising opportunities available from the September.

We are now going to be able to offer the borough the chance to get their message across for as little as £25. We want this to be the magazine that is available to every business large or small, start up or long established.

The magazine has now established regular pick up points across the borough and is also directly delivered to homes.

On the opposite page are the new sales opportunities that are available and we are only to happy to talk to anyone about fulfi lling their advertising needs.

Please look at the details and feel free to ring us on 020 8640 6015 or email [email protected]

WELL WE MADE IT!


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Carshalton Lavender, an award-winning heritage community

project, opens its gates to the public at its 16th Open Weekend on 25th and 26th July from 10am until 4pm each day. This popular community harvest, and London’s only Pick Your Own event, will be held at the three acre Carshalton Lavender fi eld at Stanley Road Allotments.

Visitors can pick their own lavender, enjoy hot food, visit stalls selling lavender related products and have aromatherapy treatments from qualifi ed practitioners. A variety of lavender plants will be for sale along with lavender for fl oral, therapeutic or culinary use, or for drying for craft projects. The lavender harvest is an excellent opportunity for taking photos of friends and family in a beautiful outdoor setting. For

younger visitors there will be face painting and other family activities available. It’s also a great chance to make a study of bees and butterfl ies.

In 2009, the group was able to distil lavender oil in Carshalton for the fi rst time in over 100 years. The still will be in action over the weekend along with talks and demonstrations of the oil being distilled.

Exclusive Carshalton Lavender essential oil and fl oral water will be available to buy.

In the early 1900s, blue

fi elds of lavender could be seen all over Carshalton, Wallington, Mitcham, Waddon and Sutton. Carshalton Lavender plants are all grown from cuttings taken from the original lavender. Carshalton Lavender is run by volunteers who are keen to keep the heritage of the local lavender alive for future generations. Proceeds from this event keep the project running from year to year.

The fi eld which is part of the Stanley Road

Allotment site is behind the Day Centre on Oaks Way SM5 4NQ. It can be reached from Stanley Park Road via Balfour Road. Take care not to confuse us with the other commercial

lavender fi eld nearby. Just use our postcode

and you can’t go wrong. Limited parking,

disabled space only. For a map and full details about the event visit www.carshaltonlavender.org

Award-winning Carshalton Lavender is holding its 16th Annual Harvest Fair in July.


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Sutton Women’s Centre is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year of offering support.

SWC based in Palmerston Road, Sutton, is a local organisation run by women and provides local women with information, support, advice on local services and education.

Their aim is to provide an inclusive Women and children focused resource to uphold their values of:

Respect and Empowerment.

The Centre believes this will be achieved by maintaining information, advice & support services which promote the rights of local women. Providing opportunities for furthering the perception and infl uence of SWC .

“We were very fortunate having been awarded Big Lottery funding which enables SWC to continue offering free Dmestic Violence counselling to women who are victims. Where necessary we will refer women on to other specialist agencies. Our own fundraising efforts

keep other services and events running, combined with the kind help of our funders and donators,” said a spokesperson.

SWC are now offering a confi dential telephone counselling service.

“We offer play facilities (predominantly for under 5�s) while their mothers, grandmothers or guardians make use of the facilities of the centre. A crèche is normally available. Please register your child to reserve your place. Children, mums, grandmothers or guardians can enjoy the Meet a Mum Toddler group on a Friday morning. We have a Drop in centre for women on Wednesday afternoons – 12.00 – 3.30pm.

SWC supports a fully equipped IT suite & help (if required) on Windows 7 desktop computers & Windows 8 laptops. Help primarily is provided for women who are beginners or improvers at ‘Windows’ PC computing.

For all of the details just go to http://www.suttonwomen.co.uk/

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the borough’s Sutton Women’s Organisationborough’s Sutton Women’s Organisation

Former Deputy Mayor Councillor Margaret Court signs the visitor’s book at a recent celebration.


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Young Sutton residents have represented our borough on the international stage in the sport of Korfball.

Korfball is a fast paced and exciting

mixed sport and is currently growing

in numbers locally and worldwide.

A number of players from Bec Korfball

Club have gone onto represent their

county and country this year.”Sutton

has something to be proud of,” said a

spokesperson.

“In January of this year seven players

from Sutton represented the U19s and

U16s squads in the national Inter-Areas,

Jessica (Glenthorne) Jessie (Stanley Park)

in the U16s and Billy (U16s&U19), Chloe

(u16&U19s), Amie, ( all from Glenthorne),

Sid (Carshalton Boys) and Tom (Nescot).

The U16s achieving bronze and the U19s

achieving Gold.

Then a number of these talented young

sports people went onto represent their

country at two international tournaments:

the U17 Korfball World Cup in March &

U19 World Cup in April.

The local top-level representation didn’t end there. Two weeks after the U17 Korfball World Cup it was the turn of the U19 Korfball World Cup (Leeuwarden, The Netherlands) where two locals Amie and Tom represented England in high octane korfball action.

Both groups performed well with the U17s missing out on the bronze medal fi nishing 4th and the U19s took 5th spot.

All of these young players represent Bec Korfball Club who also had Blake and Caitlin taking part in the U19 tournament as well as Marcus who took part in both the U19 and U17 tournaments. The Coaches and Team Managers from Bec all work tirelessly to support Korfball and these young players both at grass roots and international level and again two of them (Lisa Swain & Danny Miles) are also Sutton residents.

You can follow more of their success stories on their website http://www.beckorfball.co.uk/


Free composting roadshows and workshops!

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