Beaconsfield Together September October 2022
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Useful Numbers
Age UK’s Befriending Service
Matches older people with volunteers who
have similar interests. t: 01296 431911
e: age@ageukbucks.org.uk
Alcoholics Anonymous
Call confidentially on: 0800 917 7650
Better Connected Beaconsfield
hello@betterconnectedbeaconsfield.org.uk
01494 919 232
The Beaconsfield Advisory Centre
t: 01494 672987
e: contact@beaconsfieldadvisorycentre.org.uk
The Christian Eye Foundation
support@thechristianeye.co.uk
07568 135 308
Victim support line - help after a crime
t: 08 08 16 89 11
www.victimsupport.org.uk
Hello & welcome!
Beaconsfield School celebrates
its 90th Anniversary see p37
I can’t believe it’s September already where has the
summer gone? I was delighted to hear from my
Young Journalists; Josh, Maddie and Loren and news
of their success in their A levels. I wish them all the
best in their future endeavours, I see shining lights in
these young ones!
At the time of writing this the Country Fayre hadn’t
yet taken place, but a special mention must go to
Sylvia Jones who single-handedly drove forward the
organisation of this charity event and she must be
commended!
Please support the Rotary charity event (p17) and
if you want to volunteer at one of the organisations
opposite they’d love to hear from you. News from
the Town Council, (p20,21) and the Neighbourhood
plan update can be found on p22.
I wish all the children a happy ‘back to school’
and for forthcoming open day see p8 for listing.
Congratulations to Beaconsfield School on their
successful 90th Anniversary event. (p37) If you have
any positive community news please get in contact.
Be Amazing & Volunteer
Right at Home
Be a paid volunteer to support the elderly
t: 01494 573 500
With love,
Therese
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Advertisers: 6th Oct
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Magazine Designer
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damage, caused by errors or omissions. Inclusion of advertisers does
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Grants Available
Beaconsfield Old Church School Charity
invites applications from local
community groups and charitable
organisations ‘to advance education
and provide facilities for social welfare
for the people of Beaconsfield.’
Application forms and notes for
guidance from The Hon. Secretary,
Beaconsfield Old Church School Charity,
The Estate Office, Home Farm,
Hall Barn, Beaconsfield,
HP9 2SG
Tel: 01494 673020
hbe@hallbarnestate.co.uk
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EDUCATION NEWS
Beaconsfield Together
School Open Days 2022
Please contact the school direct before making plans to visit.
In most cases registration is essential.
Beaconsfield High School
Thursday 22nd September 4pm - 8pm
Wednesday 19th October 9am - 11.30am
Year 7 - 10
Online registration required.
t: 01494 673 043
e: enquiries@beaconsfieldhigh.bucks.sch.uk
w: www.beaconsfieldhigh.bucks.sch.uk/
Open-Events/
Berkhamsted Schools
Berkhamsted Sixth Form
Friday 16th Sept 4pm - 8pm
Boys (Year 7 -11)
Wednesday 21st Sept 2pm - 6pm
Girls (Year 7 -11)
Friday 23rd Sept 2pm - 6pm
w: www.berkhamsted.com/admissions
Davenies School
Monday 3rd October 9am
Years 7
Saturday 15 October 9am
Reception to Year 8
Registration required.
t: 01494 685 400
e: registrar@davenies.co.uk
w: www.davenies.co.uk
Gayhurst School, Gerrards Cross
Friday 30th September - 9.30am
Nursery to Year 6
Registration required.
t: 01753 882 690
e: enquiries@gayhurstschool.co.uk
w: www.gayhurstschool.co.uk/open_morning_
booking_2022
Maltmans Green School, Gerrards Cross
Friday 14 October - 9.20am
Age 2 to Year 6
Registration required.
t: 01753 883 022
e: registrar@maltmansgreen.com
w: www.maltmansgreen.com
St Mary’s School, Gerrards Cross.
Saturday 8th October - morning
Nursery to Year 11
Registration required.
t: 01753 883 370
e: registrar@st-marys.bucks.sch.uk
w: www.stmarysschool.co.uk/open-days
The Beaconsfield School
Thursday 13th October 5.30pm - 8pm
Whole school
Visit website for information.
t: 01494 673 450
w: www.beaconsfield.school
Thorpe House School, Gerrards Cross.
Saturday 8th October 10am - 1pm
Tuesday 11th October 9am - 11am
Whole school
Registration required book online
www.thorpehouse.co.uk/open-mornings-registration
t: 01753 882 474
e: office@thorpehouse.co.uk
w: www.thorpehouse.co.uk
Please contact the school directly before
making plans to visit. In most cases
registration is essential. Beaconsfield
Together does not accept responsibility for
the accuracy of this listing which must be
confirmed directly with the school.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
The Beaconsfield School
Open Evening
Thursday 13th October 2022
5.30pm - 8pm
Meet the staff and find out about our
wonderful school
www.beaconsfield.school
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LOCAL BUSINESS
Making oral hygiene
more sustainable
“Oral hygiene: the practice of keeping the
mouth clean and healthy by brushing and
flossing to prevent tooth decay and gum
disease.” (healthofchildren.com)
This isn’t only essential for our own personal health
but also for our wellbeing as who doesn’t love that
minty fresh feeling. However, for so long now the
only solution for this basic need has been single use
plastic toothbrushes, toothbrush heads, toothpaste
and floss.
Plastic is indeed a practical solution for oral
hygiene. It’s robust, waterproof, safe to humans
(in part) and cheaply available. What has however
been overlooked for too long is its impact on the
planet – its reliance on fossil fuels to manufacture
and the fact it is simply not designed to be disposed
of sustainably. It cannot biodegrade and ultimately
leaches chemicals into our soils and waters, and
worse into the atmosphere if incinerated.
The good news
is that raised
awareness of our
climate crisis and
ingenious human
endeavour, has
resulted in many
more sustainable
solutions for
maintaining
excellent oral
hygiene.
One of the smartest solutions has been to replace
plastic with another super strong and robust material,
that not only grows sustainably but is biodegradable
- the super plant, bamboo. The majority of high
street shops now sell bamboo toothbrushes and
bamboo interdental brushes. And for electric
toothbrush users, recyclable toothbrush heads and
bamboo alternatives are now available.
Another seismic change has been the introduction
of toothpaste tablets to replace toothpaste in tubes
as we know it. These little tablets do everything that
toothpaste does but use cleaner ingredients, pack
a more minty punch and are zero waste coming in
refillable glass jars. All you do is chew for 3-5 seconds
and brush as normal.
Where can you find your eco-friendly oral hygiene
essentials in one place?
Eco-Homemaker, an online shopping platform, is
on a mission to make your life easier when it comes
to eco-friendly shopping for your family. All of the
above solutions are available on their website and
are tried and tested by the local owners and their
young family.
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Kings Head House, 15 London End, Beaconsfield, HP9 2HN
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EYE NEWS
Time to try
contact lenses?
Have you ever wondered about contact
lenses? During your Eye Test the Optician will
ask about your sports, hobbies and if anything
about your vision or eyes is bothering you.
This is the time to ask about contact lenses.
You do not need to commit to wearing them every
day; there is no big financial outlay - you can order as
few as 30 pairs of daily disposable lenses - ideal if you
only wear them for a weekly sporting hobby, or social
gathering.
Modern contact lenses are much more comfortable, so
any earlier experiences with them can be discounted.
There are coloured lenses to change eye colour,
photochromic lenses for light sensitivity, UV absorbing
lenses for outdoor sports, lenses to correct astigmatism.
New multifocal contact lenses mean you can see at all
distances, (especially good when you need to read
a menu in a restaurant!) Contact lenses can be very
convenient, you get all round vision for playing sports
with no risk of glasses being knocked off. Unlike
spectacles which need wiping in the rain, they don’t
steam up by changes in temperature, This makes them
perfect for walking and gardening.
There is little or no maintenance. Daily disposable lenses
are worn once and thrown away. Weekly or monthly
disposable lenses have just one daily cleaning solution
and gas-permeable lenses a separate cleaner and
solution overnight. If you find glasses an inconvenience
(or are self-conscious wearing them) contact lenses can
give you the freedom you want.
Many opticians offer a free trial of contact lenses. Try
them without financial commitment to see how they feel
and work for you. If you wish to go ahead there is usually
an assessment fee and you will require ongoing aftercare
in the early stages of contact lens wearing. It is advisable
to have spectacles as well, in case you become tired or
unwell when contact lenses may not be as convenient.
Why not ask your optician about contact lenses today?
You could be up and running (in contact lenses!) in as
little as 45 minutes.
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To book an appointment call 01494 672193
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Find us at Beaconsfield Market
every Tuesday 8am until 2pm
We stock shrubs, perennials, spring bulbs,
seasonal baskets and bedding plants
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FINANCIAL NEWS
Revisiting your
Inheritance Tax
strategy
The latest data from HMRC revealed IHT
receipts for April 2021 to March 2022 were
£6.1bn, 14% (0.7bn) higher than in the same
period 12 months earlier.
Receipts have increased partly due to higher death
rates during the pandemic, as well as due to the rise in
property prices which has seen more families coming
into scope for IHT. With thresholds frozen at current
levels, the nil-rate band of up to £500,000 – IHT is
effectively a stealth tax.
Below are a few IHT top tips:
• Gifts – use your £3,000 annual allowance before the
end of each tax year, or you can make gifts of up to
£250 per person per tax year.
• Make a Will – and keep it up to date
• Leave money to charity – if you leave at least 10%
of your net estate to charity, the IHT rate reduces from
40% to 36%
• Take out life assurance – this won’t reduce your
estate but instead provides a lump sum to your
beneficiaries to help pay the IHT bill. The policy
should be written in trust.
• Trusts – for example, putting money into a trust to
pay for a grandchild’s education or to support a range
of potential beneficiaries.
• Pension nomination – minor tweaks to where to
direct the potential death benefits can prevent large
IHT issues on the estate of the second spouse on
death.
• Take advice – sensible IHT planning can help to
reduce the amount of you IHT your beneficiaries will
have to pay and safeguard your wealth.
Philip Harper, Financial Planner
phil@fmifa.com | 01494 817151
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Financial Management is a trading style of Philip Harper LLP which
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Tech Buddies &
Tablets for those
in need
Who can benefit
This service is for people in need to
connect electronically and are at risk
of social isolation and loneliness in
Beaconsfield, due to their personal
circumstances. This service can be accessed
via referral only such as your GP or faith
group leader or via our buddy network
volunteers.
What We Do
We loan FOC computer tablets preloaded with
email, web access etc to help those who would
benefit by being ‘better connected’ to family
and friends, join online classes, & access support
services via email, web, video calls and more.
How we do it
Once referred, we contact the person by telephone
and then two of our Tech Buddies visit, install the
equipment (computer tablet, docking station/
battery charger), and briefly teach them how to use
it, providing guidance and a daily training plan to
suit their needs. After this, we provide remote
support and help as needed. We run drop-in
sessions at Beaconsfield library for them every 1st
Wednesday of the month for 1hr too.
From 11-12noon, we will give some guidance on
IT issues for other people to have a chat in a group
session.
We don’t
Teach people how to use or fix their computer.
To find out more call 01494 919232 or visit
www.betterconnectedbeaconsfield.org.uk
Talking Cafe
Every Friday 9 -11am
At The Dove Cafe, Mayflower Way, Beaconsfield
A friendly chat and a
complimentary cuppa awaits all
those on their own who would
welcome some company
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE DOVE CAFE
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Experienced, Friendly
& Professional Internal
& External Decorators.
We have been
working in & around
Beaconsfield,
Gerrards Cross,
Amersham &
surrounding areas
since 1993.
Please call to discuss
your requirements.
Call Nigel:
01494 681 794 or 07771 521 263
www.ngilliedecoratingservices.co.uk
February 2020 Screenings
Saturdays, September & October
SEPTEMBER 10th
The Outfit (15)
UK 2022
SEPTEMBER 24th
Graduate Film
Festival
OCTOBER 8th
The Intouchables
(15) France 2011
French with subtitles
OCTOBER 22ND
The Rescue
(12A) UK/USA 2021
Doors open 7:15pm • Film starts 8pm
Go online to view the full programme and details onhow to become
a member. Guests are welcome.
beaconsfieldfilmsociety.com
To advertise please call 07786 735 711 or email marketing@beaconsfieldtogether.co.uk
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What’s been happening
at Beaconsfield Town
Council?
Typically August is a quiet
time in local councils, which
gives us a chance to catch
up on a few things in the
office. We have two new
members of staff, Tabish
Wazir and Helen Walters
whom we are pleased to
welcome to the team.
Even if there are not many
meetings taking place, we
are still busy and the Mayor
has attended many events
and recently had a very
interesting meeting with
Swish Fibre who are keen
to get involved in some
community projects in the
area... something to be
followed up with our new
Events Committee!
The council put forward
a strong objection to
the appealed Planning
Application to build
hundreds of new homes
in the green belt adjacent
to the town and are
working closely with the
Beaconsfield Society on
this.
Helen Walters
Tabish Wazir
The Town Council has
agreed to contribute
funding to sort out the
yellow lines and traffic
issues in Wattleton Road,
but it may still take some
while until this project
reaches completion.
Local residents will
be consulted by
Buckinghamshire Council.
On page 22 we have the
Neighbourhood Plan updates
and exhibition dates thank
you for all your help.
Community Bus
We would like to re-instate
the Beaconsfield Community
Bus and are looking for
volunteer minibus drivers
to support this service. This
is an important service to
help the elderly and those
isolated so they can get out
and mix in the community.
However, this service is run
by volunteer drivers, hence
we are co-ordinating the
pool of drivers to get this up
and running again.
Please see opposite advert
for all the criteria. Get in
touch if you are interested.
And finally, we have moved
the goalposts!
But in a good way... new
goalposts have been
installed at Wooburn Green
Lane Sports Field, where we
continue to work on pitch
improvement. We have also
installed new five-a-side
goalposts at Holtspur Park.
For more information: www.beaconsfieldtowncouncil.gov.uk
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Beaconsfield Town Council continued...
Neighbourhood plan update
We have had a huge response to our Questionnaire survey in late 2021 and public
exhibitions held in March in the 3 hearts of the town. Since then, we have analysed all the
feedback and suggestions and have prepared our Pre Submission Neighbourhood Plan.
This September - October we are now consulting on this draft plan and going back to the
public to seek your views and comments.
You can view the Pre Submission Neighbourhood Plan document and supporting
reports on our website or ask to view a printed copy at the Town Council Offices and at
Beaconsfield Library. We will also be holding public exhibitions again where you are all
invited to come along and chat to those involved and find out more.
Public Exhibition dates:
Thursday 22 September 4-7pm
Fitzwilliams Centre, Windsor End, Old Town
Friday 23 September 4-7pm
St Thomas’ Hall, Mayflower Way, Holtspur
Saturday 24 September 11-3pm
Town Hall Chamber, Town Hall, Penn Road, New Town
For more information or to view the draft plans: www.beaconsfieldtowncouncil.gov.uk/
community/neighbourhood-plan/ or email np@beaconsfieldtowncouncil.gov.uk
Beaconsfield Town Council, Town Hall, Penn Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 2PP.
What is a Neighbourhood Plan?
A Neighbourhood Plan (NP) puts in place a planning policy for an area.
It is about the use and development of land and often contains a vision, aims and
planning policy. It will relate to the settlement area of the community (in our case
the Parish boundary) and as the Town’s setting is flanked with green belt, green belt will
be outside the scope of our NP. If successfully adopted, the NP becomes part of the
statutory development framework for the area.
The NP should not be confused with a Local Plan, which will be produced at a higher
level and relates to a larger area.
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Or £45 for a half day
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Beaconsfield, HP9 2BP (01494) 676 931
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Fly-tipping us
over the edge
We’re not talking about knocking
winged insects off their axis… Flytipping
is illegal dumping of liquid or
solid waste. It’s an expensive issue
that can cause serious pollution of
the environment, a risk to human
health and harms wildlife.
So why do people fly tip? Predominantly,
to avoid disposal costs. Non household
waste disposal is currently charged in
Buckinghamshire per 25 litre bag. The
charges are fairly small however some
people are going to great lengths to avoid
them. According to Defra (Department for
Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) during
the height of lockdown (2020/21), incidents
of fly-tipping on public land across England
‘flew’ to an all-time high with an increase
of 16%. At this time, around a third of
workers saw their household income fall. This
reduction in disposable income combined
with families stuck at home, saw a spike
in DIY renovation projects. However not
everyone decluttered their living spaces
using the appropriate methods, it seemed
although people were staying in, bulky
waste was finding its way out, often left at
roadsides around our beautiful countryside.
The cost of clearance to local authorities
in England in 2020/21 was £11.6 million.
Money which could have been spent on
recreational areas for the community. It is
time to tackle the abandoned trash head on.
cameras and automatic number-plate
recognition) to link vehicles to tipping in
real time.
However, fly-tipping is not only reserved
for mattresses, in fact just under (65%) of
dumping involves small everyday items.
So what can we do to help? ‘One man’s
rubbish may be another’s treasure’. Offering
unwanted items on sites like Facebook’s
marketplace is a great way to move on
unwanted goods. With disposable cups
and cigarette butts being two of the worst
culprits, the use of reusable bottles and
sensibly placed ash trays can go a long
way. Last but not least, education! Educating
people close about the importance of
recycling and using bins appropriately
can have a massive lasting impact on the
community.
CPRE are a national charity with a network
of local groups in every county. We have
almost a century of experience in
campaigning for the countryside.
To find out more about the work we are
doing, please visit www.cprebucks.org.uk
and for more tips on waste please visit:
https://www.recycleforbuckinghamshire.
co.uk/
Buckinghamshire council plans to remove
fees at recycling centres along with the use
of artificial intelligence (rapid deployment
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BUSINESS NEWS
A J Dunlop Car
Servicing Open Day
On July 9th 2022 A J Dunlop Car
Servicing Ltd held their 11th Charity
Open Day after two years of being unable
to run the event. The event was opened
by The Mayor of Beaconsfield, Councillor
Alastair Pike and it raised a magnificent
£1500 for Wycombe Mind.
As always there were some great cars on
display including; Jaguar E types, the Bright
Red Ronalt (based on a Jaguar), a couple of
Ferraris amongst others, and a collection
of Motor Bikes.
Alex Dunlop would like to thank his staff who
worked with such enthusiasm throughout the
day. The weather was glorious and the Pimms
flowed. Alex commented, “We all had a
great day, and we hope that those who came
enjoyed it too”. He added, “A big thank
you to the local companies that generously
supported the event including; SMB Builders,
the main sponsor, CST Ltd , Nunn Hayward,
Red Kite Kitchens, TCS autos , Mark One
Motors, Tyzers Insurance and to all those
lovely people who gave generously to
help raise money for an essential charity.
Thank you again for all your support”
Alex Dunlop
WE WILL ALWAYS PUT YOU FIRST
LEIGHDUNCAN.CO.UK
Tel: 01494 578040
Email: enquiries@leighduncan.co.uk
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FINANCIAL NEWS
FINANCIAL NEWS
When can I
afford to retire?
You may have an idea about the type
of lifestyle you want, but knowing if
your expenditure will be sustainable is
not straightforward.
In terms of budgeting, inflation is a big factor
over 20 to 30 years, and it’s easy to overlook
capital expenses like replacing cars or home
refurbishments.
The investment strategies in our pensions are
vital in determining the potential sustainability
of our income. Yet, these are often ignored by
many savers.
The order in which we draw from our assets
in retirement, and the use of available tax
allowances, can also play a significant factor
in our money’s longevity, but these are not
simple matters.
Ben Walter, CEO at Walter & Partners,
comments, “Planning for retirement has never
been so important, with people living longer
and more active lives. We help our clients map
out their retirement budgets, recommend
appropriate investment strategies, and advise
on drawing from their assets in a tax-efficient
way. This ongoing process provides clarity,
direction, and peace of mind when planning
for, and living in retirement”.
You can find out more about Walter & Partners
and get in touch at www.walter-partners.co.uk
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LEGAL ADVICE
Parental Alienation
As family lawyers we hear this term used increasingly
between parents but there is still no one agreed
‘definition’ of parental alienation, potentially resulting
in confusion and misuse of the term. CAFCASS, the
Children & Family Court Advisory & Support Service,
define it as the unjustified resistance or hostility from
a child towards one parent as a result of psychological
manipulation by the other parent.
This can be a worrying time for the non-resident parent as it
can often be gradual so as not to raise alarm bells. Specialist
legal advice should be sought at the earliest opportunity if you
believe your child is at risk of parental alienation. It is helpful to
keep a record of occasions where you think examples of this
behaviour have occurred, and to reflect on those occasions to
see if there is a pattern – is it becoming more frequent or more
severe? Information can then be used in any court application
which becomes necessary.
Parental alienation covers a spectrum of behaviours. These
may include badmouthing the other parent, limiting contact,
forbidding the child from speaking about the other parent, or
trying to manipulate the child into believing negative things
about the other parent, often causing untold damage to the
relationship with that parent and long-lasting emotional and
psychological impact on the child.
Parental alienation is best understood as a ‘campaign’ of
behaviour leading a child to become resistant to, or entirely
refuse, contact with the other parent. Initially there may be low
level barriers for the non-resident parent, e.g. not being kept
up to date regarding progress at school, not being involved
in medical appointments, or the child not making a contact
session because of a friend’s party, and then progression into a
concerted campaign of denigration. The child is encouraged to
disparage the other parent, or agree with the resident
parent’s negative statements about the non-resident parent, and
is often rewarded under the guise of ‘sharing their feelings’.
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If Court proceedings are necessary, your solicitor can make
an application on your behalf to obtain a Child Arrangements
Order, detailing the time the child is to spend with each
parent. An order will only be made if the Court considers it
is in the best interest of the child.
Given that the ultimate outcome can result in children not
seeing a parent, it is essential that everyone involved fully
understands the implications of making such an allegation and
how to respond as this can be instrumental in dealing with this
issue and restoring a more functional co-parenting relationship
between parties.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article,
our team of solicitors at our Beaconsfield office are very
experienced in dealing with children matters and parental
alienation, and can provide you with support and expert
legal advice.
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HEALTH NEWS
Ark Mediation
Resolve your issues through Ark
Mediation.
Ark Mediation can resolve your financial, property
and/or parenting disputes in a cost-effective way.
We are fully accredited mediators working with
clients both face to face and online. At Ark
Mediation, we care about our clients and
genuinely want to help during difficult times.
In many cases, when applying to court for an
order regarding arrangements for children
or to reach a financial settlement, you are
required to show that you have attended a
MIAM (Mediation,Information and Assessment
Meeting) and therefore attempted mediation
as a process.
The current government voucher scheme offers
£500 worth of mediation time towards joint
mediation sessions for those who wish to resolve
parental arrangements outside of court. Pursuing
mediation is not only more cost effective for you
but it is looked upon more favourably by the
British court system. Most importantly it is the
preferred approach for a more balanced and
pragmatic outcome especially where children are
concerned.
At Ark Mediation, we are trained by NFM
(National Family Mediation) and affiliated to
the Family Mediation Council, the organisation
responsible for setting and maintaining standards
in the profession. We are recognised by the
FMC (Family Mediation Council) and meet the
ongoing continued professional development
requirements of that body.
Our methods place a strong emphasis on
outcomes that can be sustainable in the long
term for all parties concerned.
Romina Kamran | 0739 753 9055
Ark.Mediation
We specialise in mediation for individuals and
families going through difficult times
At Ark mediation we support you in reaching a fair and balanced
outcome with your dispute. We offer a safe space for all participants
to communicate in a healthy and effective way so a successful
agreement is sustainable for the future, not simply for a short
period following mediation.
• Mediation, Information & Assessment Meeting
• Certified C100 FORM/ FORM A for court
• Written parental agreement
• Memorandum of understanding agreement
• DBS certified
Contact: Romina Kamran
e: contact@arkmediation.co.uk
t: 07397 539 055
w: arkmediation.co.uk
Ask about
£500
Government
voucher scheme
towards
mediation
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WHY THERMOGRAPHY IS THE ‘W
FOR REDUCING HE
and improving the quality and efficiency of insulation methods as
part of the conservation of traditional, older and ancient buildings
by Robert Tiffin, Eco Tiffin Ltd
It might not seem entirely intuitive to consider the
use of modern technology when working with
traditional and ancient buildings. However, building
conservation should make use of all the knowledge,
skills and disciplines at its disposal and it would be
a big mistake to dismiss thermography, especially
now, with energy costs predicted to be capped at
£2,800 a year for the average home by October
2022.
Thermography is the use of thermal infrared
imaging to identify heat loss contributing building
defects such as dampness and its sources. It is
a non-destructive technique that is ideal when
working with older, complex buildings that have so
many elements to them. Indeed, it is impossible to
make a full and accurate assessment of their state
of repair without recourse thermography in the
hands of a seasoned building professional.
A condition survey incorporating an analysis of
all heat loss areas, building defects and drafts in
relation to the current or proposed use of any building
is a prerequisite for the correct identification and
specification of any insulation (retrofit) works needed,
well before their approval and commencement.
Identifying the exact type of structure and its fabric
enables us to determine its thermal envelope, how
good or bad it is at retaining the warm air that is so
expensive to heat, and therefore form a strategy on
how best to reduce it.
More than any other technology, the thermal
images shown here shows the interplay of moisture,
heat and ventilation continuously unfolding in any
building. It allows us to better understand/see what
is going on, explain it and make better informed
decisions when prioritising the allocation of everlimited
resources. Which means we should be
thinking of thermography as a sixth sense that we
are very lucky to have.
Because of the highly visual, immediate
nature of the thermal survey, it offers a relatively
inexpensive and non-invasive way of helping
clients and other stakeholders understand the
significance of heat loss and potential problems
Uninsulated light tube
Poorly installed cavity wall
insulation
Poorly fitted horizontal loft
insulation
Get in touch today to
book a consultation
and find out more
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EAPON OF CHOICE’
AT LOSS
that might otherwise be difficult to conceptualise.
Among many others, these can include:
Continuity and condition of insulation
Cold bridging
Structural defects
Hidden structures, services and past alterations
Air leakage/infiltration
Electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and
ventilation systems
Damp and decay
Moisture and air circulation
Cleaning interventions
Plaster and finishes delamination
Blockages in flues and rainwater goods
Quality of workmanship and material
Having identified heat loss, bypass, drafts
and defects, thermography can then be used to
suggest solutions and highlight the advantages of
taking action, among them:
Demonstrating the improvements of a retrofit
programme
Substantiating insurance claims
Communicating objectives to the workforce on
the ground where language barriers might exist
and/or competence or understanding levels need
improving
Poorly fitted or missing insulation to
sloping soffits of bedroom ceiling
Taking into account the full range of factors and
parameters while recording thermal images and
using other auxiliary data is obviously crucial for
correct interpretation. This is why we at Eco Tiffin
have been investing in thermal imaging equipment
and infrared training for all our staff. This enhances
our extensive CPD training in retrofitting older
buildings and qualifying as retrofit coordinators
for more than two decades now. We are firm
believers in the ‘fabric first’ approach to building
conservation and have found thermal imaging to be
07768 005885 | 01442 819332
enquiries@ecotiffin.co.uk
www.ecotiffin.co.uk
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improving insulation brick walls to roofs, are by walls, far the floors worst. and Remember; heaw
windows which walls are are just cold some walls! of the ways of for
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improving insulation to roofs, walls, floors an
windows which are just some of the ways of
reducing heat-loss. The use of thermograph
Excessive heat loss to ground floor
and eaves details
Are you protecting your home?
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• Climate change - how is my home coping?
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Beaconsfield Library
September and October
Library Events
Weekly schedule
Storytime
Tuesday 10.30 – 11.00am
Talking Café
Tuesday 11.00 – 2.30pm
Knit and Natter
Wednesday 10.30 – 12.30pm
Scrabble - Adults
Wednesday 10.30 – 12.30pm
Scrabble - Adults
Wednesday 2.00pm – 4.00pm
LEGO for pre-school
Thursday 10.00 - 11.00am
IT Help – Bookable sessions
Thursday 2.30 - 4.00pm
Bounce and Rhyme
Friday 10.00 - 10.30am
Chess
Saturday 2.00 - 3.30pm
Monthly Activities
Beaconsfield Conservative Councillors surgery
10.30 – 12.30pm | 1st Saturday of the month
LEGO
2.00 – 3.00pm | 2nd Saturday of the month
Reading group for adults
10.30 -11.30am | 3rd Saturday of the month
Adult craft
10.00 – 12.00 Thursday 15th September
Special Events for September
Junior Craft – Boat cards
1.30 - 3.00pm Saturday 3rd September
Spanish for Babies & Toddlers under 2yrs
10.00 - 10.30am Wednesday 14th September
(For 3 weeks)
Spanish for Toddlers over 2 years
10.30 - 11.00am Wednesday 14th September
(For 3 weeks)
Please look out for more details on our
website, Facebook Page and in the library.
Lib-bea@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/libraries
@BucksLibraries
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EDUCATION NEWS
It’s never too late
to learn
We’ve been out in the community
recently, meeting the lovely residents
of Buckinghamshire and we often hear
the phrase ‘I’m too old to learn anything
now’.
Did you hear about 92-year-old Derek Skipper
who was the oldest person to sit his GCSE maths
exam this year? If he can do it, so can you!
There are so many benefits to lifelong learning
including; mental and physical wellbeing,
improved confidence and self-esteem, avoiding
isolation, gaining employment or better career
opportunities.
We’re here to let you know that it’s never too late
to learn. Our courses are available to anyone over
the age of 19 up to 100+. We offer something to
suit everyone including English and maths, digital
skills, distance learning, creative arts, languages,
home improvements and gardening and health
and fitness.
Our centres in Amersham, Chesham and
Beaconsfield are home to our part-time courses
in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish,
Swedish, Lip-reading, Tai Chi, Pilates, Flamenco
Dancing, Drawing and Painting, Digital
Photography, Crochet, Jewellery Making,
Practical Gardening, Bridge, Sewing, Indian
Cooking, Upcycling and Upholstery.
Search for the full list of our courses and enrol at
www.adultlearningbc.ac.uk
New
Adult Learning
brochure out now
• Languages
• Creative Arts
• Health and Fitness
• Home Improvements and Gardening
• English, maths and digital skills
• Community Engagement
• Distance Learning
• Family Learning
• Apprenticeships
Enrol today for 22/23 courses.
01296 382403
www.adultlearningbc.ac.uk
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Beaconsfield Together
Brain Matter
MISSING LINKS
Each clue has a missing
word, making a phrase,
term, place or name
1 2 3 4 5 6
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7 ___ pitch
8 Heart ___ (4)
9 ___ powder (6)
10 ___ Spielberg (6)
11 ___ Johnson (5)
12 ___ Palin (7)
15 ___ Falls (7)
17 Silver ___ (5)
20 Victoria and ___ (6)
22 ___ coaster (6)
23 ___ Boleyn (4)
24 ___ growth (8)
KEY WORD
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1 Jacket ___ (6)
2 ___ plaster (8)
3 ___ Campbell (5)
4 ___ band (7)
5 Relay ___ (4)
6 Cheddar ___ (6)
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16 Rhode ___
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On the face of it, this puzzle is perfectly straightforward. Simply fill in the letters missing
words 1-10 and enter them into the numbered boxes, to reveal a hidden keyword.
On the face of it, this
puzzle is perfectly
straightforward. Simply
fill in the letters missing
from words 1-10 and
enter them into the
numbered boxes, to
reveal a hidden keyword.
IN REFLECTION
Can you spot the
eight differences
between this
control panel
and its reflection
opposite?
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Safe & gentle ear wax
removal at a clinic
near you
What is ear wax?
What is it, why do we have it in our ears and why does it sometimes cause hearing loss. Earwax, also known
as cerumen, is produced inside your ears to keep them clean and free of germs. It usually passes out of the
ears harmlessly, but sometimes too much can build up and block the ears.
It protects the skin of the human ear canal, assists in cleaning and lubrication, and also provides some
protection from bacteria, fungi, insects and water. In other words, ear wax is a good thing!
The amount of ear wax that the body produces differs from person to person, the amount that is retained
within the ear also differs for each of us - these differences are for a number of reasons; Age; Diet; Lifestyle;
Personal anatomy; Genetics; Ethnicity.
Many people will produce a small amount of wax their whole lives, which leaves the ear canal naturally, and
never have any problem with it. For others, their ear will produce a larger amount of wax, which will not
fully leave the ear canal and will become blocked, which leads to them having reduced hearing ability and also
a blocked feeling in the ear.
Are you experiencing any of the following?
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• Sudden loss of hearing or muffles sound
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DAYS OUT
eyword
the face of it, this puzzle is perfectly straightforward. Simply fill in the letters missing from
rds 1-10 and enter them into the numbered boxes, to reveal a hidden keyword.
In Reflection
Autumn at Bekonscot
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Model 1 2 Village 3 4 and
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Bekonscot Illuminated – Every weekend
between
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5th / 6th
24November and 10th /
11th December.
See the magic of Bekonscot lit up at dusk
Tickets must be purchased via the Chiltern
Society website www.chilternsociety.org.uk/
heritage-festival
Santa weekend - 10th and 11th December
Book your children to visit Santa’s Grotto
at Bekonscot
Thursday 22nd
September -
Chiltern Heritage
Festival 6pm - 8pm
Exclusive after-hours
event to see the
village lit up. Includes
buffet and talks about
the history of the village and how our models
are made.
See Santa in his grotto
at Bekonscot and
receive a fabulous gift.
Tickets go on sale on
1st October via our
website.
For more details or to book tickets go to:
www.bekonscot.co.uk
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SOLUTIONS
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Beaconsfield School
celebrate 90 years!
The Beaconsfield School celebrated 90
years at the current Wattleton Road site
on 9th July 2022 with an event at the
school to celebrate our heritage and
display the achievements of the current
students with alumni, parents and
sponsors.
250 alumni and other members of the
community came to watch a performance
from our students and other local schools.
Suzanne Shaw (of Hearsay) hosted the event
to support her son who attends the school
and performed some of her songs for us.
Cordelia Wright in 1913
We also
had a huge
exhibition of
photographs
and
documents
from as
far back as
1854 as well as a ‘History of the Beaconsfield
School’ book which has been written by an
ex-teacher of the school. It was a great
opportunity for ex-students and teachers
to meet up with old friends and colleagues
and there were a few tears as people came
together for the first time in years.
We would like to profoundly thank our
sponsors Shanly Homes, Roland Callingham
Foundation, BOSCS and especially The
National Lottery for helping us to fund this
wonderful event.
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