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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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Surrey headmaster reflects on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic
"The awarding bodies then adjusted our recommendation using their algorithm. Was it fair? Not really." Read more
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Nicola Gwyther
Swim Lessons: When to Start & What Parents Should Know
As parents, if there’s one thing we know, it’s that children love swimming on holidays. Whether it’s at the beach in the summer, in the hotel pool or in the local lido. Read more
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CQC Great care home in London
Music, fun and laughter have kept residents at Lyle House Care Home in Roehampton upbeat and busy throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more
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Stunning Dale View properties move fast after hitting the market
Escape to the country in an idyllic haven of 22 acres of parkland within 23 miles of London Read more
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CLICK & COLLECT, TAKEAWAY & DELIVERY
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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Songül Yilmaz Meier
Landscape Series: Spring Blossoms (Online)
Please note this course is now online. The joy of spring, the yearly awakening of the earth, will inspire us to paint beautiful blossoms. In this course, you will express that joy through splashes of spring colour. The tutor will demonstra... Read more
10 Mar 2021
13:0016:00
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Derek Nash
Derek Nash Quartet Livestream
LIVESTREAMED FROM 7.30PM with Graham Harvey (piano), George Double (drums) and Marianne Windham (bass) A vibrant and charismatic performer, British Jazz Award-winning saxophonist Derek Nash is also a bandleader, composer, arranger, record p... Read more
10 Mar 2021
19:3021:00
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How to Deliver an Outstanding Presentation (Online)
Delivering a presentation can be daunting. How do you engage your audience? How do you calm your nerves? This course will help you deliver your presentation with confidence and enjoy the experience. You will learn three simple steps to improve... Read more
2 Mar 202116 Mar 2021
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Royal Collection Trust, Hampton Court Palace
Art of the Italian Renaissance Courts: Mantua and Ferrara (Online)
The northern Italian dukedoms of Mantua and Ferrara have an artistic importance above their size. The Gonzaga and d’Este rulers commissioned works by leading artists, including Tura, Mantegna, Giulio Romano, Bellini and Titian. In this course,... Read more
2 Mar 202130 Mar 2021
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Leonardo da Vinci
Take Six: Drawing (Online)
In Ronnie’s second Take Six talk this term, the theme will be drawing. This has been a core aspect of all art from the earliest times and in this class we will look at work from very different artists and cultures, from caves to Leonardo, from... Read more
16 Mar 2021
13:3016:30
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The Ice Giants: Uranus & Neptune – A Science Perspective (Online)
The ice giants, Uranus and Neptune, were the first major planets to be discovered in the telescopic age. In this session, we will examine the history of the hunt for these planets and review the discoveries made by the outstanding Voyager 2 sp... Read more
16 Mar 2021
14:0017:00
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Songül Yilmaz Meier
Marbling (Online)
Please note this course is now online. The most colourful and unique results can be achieved through the ancient art of marbling. By spreading paint in different colours and shapes over a liquid medium and then transferring it to an absorbent ... Read more
17 Mar 2021
13:0016:00
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Claire Harrison
Pen & Ink (Online)
In this course, students will learn not to be daunted by pen and ink. Claire will share her enthusiasm for this medium and demonstrate how this can be a liberating technique, which can help loosen up your drawing. You will learn how to use lin... Read more
18 Mar 202125 Mar 2021
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Working & Communicating Remotely (Online)
During the past months, many of us have found that working remotely is not as easy as we thought. Demonstrating value can be more challenging when working online and communication with colleagues you only see on the screen takes more effort th... Read more
18 Mar 2021
18:3021:30
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The Guildford Institute
The Archaeology of Surrey (Online)
This course will provide a basic survey of Surrey’s past through its archaeological investigations. The content will be broken down chronologically and cover activity from the early Palaeolithic to the end of the medieval era, c. 1540. We w... Read more
25 Feb 202125 Mar 2021
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MENTAL HEALTH
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
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Adam Lynk
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