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Why you should consider Parkside School
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Award-winning custom shutters to enhance your home
Essential Award winners 2019, MD’s Simon and Georgina talk about home renovations and the beautiful versatility of shutters. Read more
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How to access free psychological therapies (talking therapies)
Combat anxiety and depression Read more
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A unique chance to downsize to your dream lifestyle
A new concept in independent living that offers elegant apartments, and a friendly community right on your doorstep might be just what you’re looking for Read more
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BUTCHERS & SPECIALIST STORES
The unique, specialist stores we love
All located in your local area Read more
Top local places to buy quality fish
Fresh fish, just around the corner Read more
The best places to source local meat in Surrey
Looking for the perfect cut? Read more
HIGHLY-RATED REVIEWS
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Alistair Hugo's delicious ready meal delivery service
Chef-prepared meals, so that you can ‘eat out at home’ Read more
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Phil Howard’s Food To Order
If you’re celebrating, shielding or simply want something truly delicious to look forward to and really relish at home, then this is it. Read more
FOOD DELIVERY REVIEWS
Breakfast en Bread, The Barge House
"It may be called ‘Breakfast en Bread’, but I would happily eat one for lunch or dinner, or anytime in between for that matter." Read more
By Word of Mouth: Handmade frozen meals delivered
Based in SW18, By Word of Mouth is a specialist event and wedding caterer with an incredible reputation. Read more
Surrey's first digital farmers' market; Plough
Supporting local and independent Surrey businesses Read more
SCHOOLS
Suzanne Plunkett
PROPERTY IN SURREY
WHAT'S ON SOON
Events subject to change due to lockdown restrictions.
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Devdan Sen
Tai Chi for Beginners & Improvers (Part 1 +) (Online)
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, it is also a meditative and energising exercise. In these sessions Devdan, who has been practicing Tai Chi for 25 years, will guide students through part one... Read more
12 Apr 202121 Apr 2021
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The Guildford Institute Scrapbook
Uncovering Guildford’s Recent History (Online)
Local historian David Rose reveals further aspects of Guildford’s recent history with plenty of vintage images and time for discussion. Topics will be: Notorious crimes and policing, Worplesdon, (said to be England’s largest parish), and Hospital... Read more
13 Apr 20214 May 2021
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Sandra Beccarelli
The Sounds that Paintings Make: Sandra Beccarelli
A solo show of experimental and expressive abstract paintings by Sandra Beccarelli, together with new soundscapes by composer Daniel Birch. Sandra Beccarelli is a London-based abstract painter whose works have been selected and hung at The Royal... Read more
14 Apr 20212 May 2021
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Sandra Beccarelli
The Sounds that Paintings Make: Sandra Beccarelli
A solo show of experimental and expressive abstract paintings by Sandra Beccarelli, together with new soundscapes by composer Daniel Birch. Sandra Beccarelli is a London-based abstract painter whose works have been selected and hung at The Royal... Read more
14 Apr 20212 May 2021
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Songul
Landscape Series: Spring Garden (Online)
This time of the year, earth awakens and starts to wear its colours. Take inspiration from a corner of your garden or a garden picture or photograph of your choice. You will use a spring-summer palette and will experiment depicting foliage and tr... Read more
16 Apr 202123 Apr 2021
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Directed by Karen Buchanan
Prerogative by Paul Foster
Following the Barn Theatre's very successful Playwriting Competition, the judges are delighted to announce the winners : Prerogative by Paul Foster, 3 x Table by William Patterson and The Good, The Bad & The Watsons by Phil Butcher & Jenny Devaux... Read more
17 Apr 2021
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Loseley Park 10K and 5K Sunday 18th April 2021
Loseley Park 10K and 5K Sunday 18th April 2021
You'll take on winding trails through the wooded East and West Warren and enjoy parts of the historic North Downs Way. Both distances are challenging - with plenty of muddy hills - so don't forget your trail running shoes! The climbs won't be ... Read more
18 Apr 2021
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Hilary Underwood
Drawing and Painting Your Favourite Things (Online)
A still life course with a difference! Make pictures of objects which mean a lot to you or your family. Depict special ornaments, clothes or shoes, or cherished toys. Your choice of paint, pastel, pen or pencil to make pictures for souvenirs, fam... Read more
19 Apr 202124 May 2021
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Pluto and the Icy Moons – A Science Perspective (Online)
Exploration of the outer solar system has revealed a plethora of icy-rocky bodies – small worlds in their own right. In this session, we will examine their nature and what we have learned of their history. Intriguingly, some may have conditions a... Read more
20 Apr 2021
14:0017:00
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Contemporary Dance & Choreography (Online)
Ina is the co-artistic director and choreographer of Matrafisc Dance, an international dance company based in Manchester that performs all over the world. She is also a dance tutor at The Manchester College teaching BTEC and HNC courses of the Pe... Read more
21 Apr 202121 Jun 2021
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How to access free psychological therapies (talking therapies)
Combat anxiety and depression Read more
Crucial mental health tips for parents
Adopt the stop, look and listen method Read more
Tips on how to deal with panic attacks
Children as young as seven are experiencing panic attacks Read more
How to help anxious children
Most parents don't know what to say Read more
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RESTAURANT REVIEWS
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Fiume, Battersea Power Station
"This summer I’ll be holidaying in Battersea." Read more
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Marcel Baumhauer da Silva
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The Swan Inn, Claygate
The news that one of the UK’s most respected Spanish chefs was taking over a gastropub in Surrey’s deepest commuter belt raised more than a few eyebrows... Read more
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Robert Scriven
Tsaretta Spice, Twickenham
It’s easy to get carried away with the ordering in Indian restaurants, especially when everything looks so irresistible, and that’s exactly what we did. Read more
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Albert Arms, Esher
"All in all, The Alberts Arms is a great meeting spot for Esher locals and visitors alike. I’ll bet this filly stays in the running." Read more
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Church Road, Barnes
"Even now, several days later, I am still thinking about that soufflé" Read more
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Hawkers Bar and Brasserie, Kingston
"The restaurant has a very elegant feel" Read more
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Geoffrey Arrowsmith
144 On The Hill, Richmond
"The restaurant has a very elegant feel" Read more
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The Blue Anchor Pub & Restaurant, Tadworth
A cosy pub, with good food and a very warm welcome Read more
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The Guildford Spice, Guildford
Spice up your life Read more
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Giggling Squid, Kingston
Tasty, Thai cuisine that has Catherine Whyte smiling from ear-to-ear. Read more
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Paul Winch-Furness Photographer
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QUICK BITES
HOTEL REVIEWS
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Birch, Hertfordshire
The Times proclaimed that Birch is currently the best hotel in the UK. I think they might be right. Read more
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Fjona Wei-ling
Hampton Manor, Solihull
"Hampton Manor had really felt like a perfect oasis away from the grisly reality of the world." Read more
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The Strand Palace Hotel
For anyone thinking of popping into London for a weekend of Christmas shopping or to catch a festive show or two - I can certainly recommend a stay at The Strand Palace Hotel. Read more
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ANDRZEJ KARPINSKI
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Talland Bay Hotel, Cornwall
Treat yourself Read more
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Jake Eastham
The PIG, Kent
Named as best in the south-east in The Sunday Times' Best Places to Stay list Read more
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Carole Drake courtesy Hotel Endsleigh, Milton Abbot, Devon
STAYCATION BREAKS
Adam Lynk
www.wellmanphotography.co.uk
