Gerrards Cross & Chalfonts Together - November December 2024

GERRARDS CROSS 

& CHALFONTS 

NEWS AND VIEWS 

Together 

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November/December 2024 Issue 7 

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Gerrards Cross High St December 2023 

Hello and welcome 

Christmas is a time for giving, forgiving, and opening our 

hearts. True love need not be measured by the price of a 

gift, but by the intention behind it. Something handmade, 

crafted with care and sincerity, often holds more beauty 

and meaning than anything money can buy. 

Yet, giving isn’t limited to a season. Each day presents 

opportunities to share kindness with others. A smile to a 

stranger, a brief conversation with someone you pass on 

the street, or a small gesture of support to someone in 

need - these acts carry more significance than we often 

realise. Instead of simply offering money to those less 

fortunate, we might give of our time, a meal, or a warm 

drink, sharing something that nourishes both body and soul. 

In a world so often focused on materialism, particularly 

during this season, it’s important to pause and reflect. 

Gerrards Cross & the Chalfonts and surrounding South 

Buckinghamshire area, with its charming landscapes and 

close-knit communities, remind us to be grateful. This 

beautiful place encourages us to appreciate the blessings 

we have and to honour the connections we share with 

those around us. Whether it’s through creativity, business, 

service, or simple acts of goodwill, we recognise that we 

are all part of something greater, bound together by the 

same community spirit. 

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In 

giving, we receive. In loving, we are loved. This is not just 

a sentiment for the season, but a way of life - an invitation 

to live with open hearts and generous spirits. 

May your Christmas be filled with peace, love, and lasting joy. 

See you in 2025 with love, 

Therese 

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Friday 22nd 

November 2024 

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Gerrards Cross, 

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Street Funfair | Christmas Market 

Food & Drink Stalls | Arts & Crafts 

DJ Party | Late Night Shopping 

and much more! 

Hosted by Gerrards Cross Town Council 

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PIONEERING, 

LIFE-CHANGING 

TREATMENT 

FOR KNEE 

OSTEOARTHRITIS 

Now available at Spire Thames Valley 

Osteoarthritis of the knee is the most common form of 

arthritis and it's incidence is rising. The most eective 

surgical treatment for the pain caused by osteoarthritis 

is a joint replacement. This is major invasive surgery 

associated with a prolonged recovery period. 

Mr Chana & Vedi at Spire Thames Valley Hospital can 

oer an alternative, non-surgical option. Arthrosamid® 

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knee osteoarthritis. It is a single-dose injection that 

delivers long acting and sustained pain relief, improving 

the quality of life for patients with knee osteoarthritis. 

THE CLINICAL DATA SHOWS: 

· Statistically signicant reduction in pain maintained 

at three years. 1 

· Undergone over 20 years of research and development. 2 

· Arthrosamid® is safe for intended use. 3 

· Over 1,000,000 hydrogel injections have been given so far. 2 

How does Arthrosamid® work? 

Arthrosamid® is a hydrogel made up of 2.5 per cent 

cross-linked polyacrylamide and 97.5 per cent water. 

Arthrosamid® combines with the synovial tissue in the 

knee to form a permanent scaold, (4) and it’s this 

unique characteristic that provides a signicant 

reduction in OA pain over a longer period(1-5,6,7) - 

with one single treatment.(8) 

This treatment is now available at Spire Thames 

Valley Hospital 

Wexham Street, Wexham. Bucks, SL3 6NH 

REFERENCES: 

1: Henriksen, M. et al. (2023). 3-year results from a prospective study of polyacrylamide 

hydrogel for knee osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, Vol 31(5): P682–683. 

DOI:10.1016/j.joca.2023.02.023. 

2: Data on le. 

3: Overgaard, A., et al. (2019). Safety of intra-articular polyacrylamide hydrogel for the 

treatment of knee osteoarthritis symptoms: A retrospective case series. Clin Ortho Adv Res. 

Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Vol.30, Supplement 1, S370-S371. 

DOI:10.1016/j.joca.2022.02.497 

4. Arthrosamid®, Information for use. Release date March 2022 10082-003. (12) 

5. Bliddal, H, Overgaard, A, Hartkopp, A et al. (2021) Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Injection for Knee Osteoarthritis: 

A 6 Months Prospective Study. Journal of Orthopedic Research and Therapy, 6 (2). 1188. ISSN 2575-8241 (1) 

6.. Bliddal H, Beier J, Hartkopp A, Conaghan PG, Henriksen M,. One-year performance of polyacrylamide 

hydrogel vs. hyaluronic acid: A randomised controlled study. Poster presented at OARSI 2022. (23) 

7.. Bliddal et al. 3 year follow-up from a randomized controlled trial of intra-articular polyacrylamide hydrogel 

injection in subjects with knee osteoarthritis. Poster LB-31, OARSI 2024 World Congress on Osteoarthritis. (27) 

8. Christensen, L., Daugaard, S., 2016. Histological Appearance of the Synovial Membrane after Treatment of 

Knee Osteoarthritis with Polyacrylamide Gel Injections: A Case Report. Journal of Arthritis 5, 217. (15) 

What the experts say 

Mr Vik Vedi 

It is important to be able to 

offer patients all options 

for management of knee 

osteoarthritis I believe that 

Arthrosamid is a game 

changer - it is indicated for 

all grades of severity of 

osteoarthritis. Some 

patients do not wish to consider surgery or cannot 

have surgery for medical reasons. Arthrosamid a 

good alternative with good long-term results 

accompanied by ease of use in an outpatient 

setting. Due to the fact that it can give long-term 

benefit, it is also indicated in younger patients with 

significant symptoms who do not require major 

surgery yet. Outcomes that I have seen in my own 

practice can truly be long lasting and life changing. 

Mr Rishi Chana 

The Arthrosamid injection 

is an excellent choice for 

those patients suffering 

with knee osteoarthritis 

who are unable to consider 

a knee replacement either because they don’t 

want to or they have significant co-morbidity. This 

is a new type of pioneering injection that really 

helps them to cope and potentially avoids surgery! 

For more information on the treatment visit: 

www.arthrosamid.com 

To book an appointment call: 

Fiona Kumar Medical Secretary to Mr Rishi Chana 

fiona.kumar@spirehealthcare.com | 01753 665416 

Jane Sheppard | Secretary to Mr Vikas Vedi 

jane.sheppard@spirehealthcare.com | 01753 665451

Christmas Shoe Box 

Appeal 2024 

No child should go without 

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At Kindness in Bucks, we believe every family deserves 

to experience the joy of Christmas. That’s why we’re 

launching our Christmas Appeal 2024 to help local 

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We are looking for small toys, pyjamas, small books and 

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Win a Festive Hamper from Tescos! 

To win this fabulous prize answer this question: 

In the song, 12 days of Christmas - 

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Seminar: “What is healing” on November 12th 

Other dates: 26th Nov | 10th Dec |14th, 28th Jan 2025 

Meditation: 19.30 - 20.30 (everyone over age 18 welcome) 

Healing clinic: 20.30 - 21.00 

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Rennie Grove 

Christmas Cards 

now on sale 

This Christmas Rennie Grove Peace 

Hospice Care has launched a range of 

seasonal Christmas cards. 

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care and support for adults and children with 

a progressive life-limiting illness, and those 

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The festive range of cards includes 11 different 

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COMMUNITY NEWS 

A.J Dunlop Car 

Servicing Ltd announces 

Sponsorship of 

Wycombe Wanderers 

Women’s Football Team 

A.J Dunlop Car Servicing Ltd is proud 

to announce their official sponsorship of 

Wycombe Wanderers Women’s Football 

Team. 

The sponsorship was unveiled during a recent 

match at Burnham Football Club, where the 

Chairgirls faced off against Milton United in their 

new shirts featuring the A.J Dunlop branding. 

The Wycombe Wanderers Women’s Team, 

competing in the Southern Region Women’s 

Football League Premier Division, demonstrated 

their prowess on the pitch with an impressive 

13-1 victory. Currently sitting 6th in the league 

at the time of writing, the team is determined 

to continue their strong form as the season 

progresses. 

Speaking on the partnership, Alex Dunlop, owner 

of A.J Dunlop Car Servicing Ltd said, “We are 

thrilled to support such a talented and dedicated 

team. Wycombe Wanderers Women’s Football 

Team represents the same values of hard work 

and teamwork that we hold as a company. 

We look forward to supporting their success 

throughout the season.” 

Fans can follow the progress of Wycombe 

Wanderers Women’s Team at www.wwfc.com/ 

womens-team. 

Lionesses’ successful 

football season 

As Kings Church Amersham Lionesses 

finished a memorable football season, the 

girls’ football team has much to celebrate. 

From exciting victories on the field to individual 

recognitions, the team has grown stronger, more 

united, and is looking forward to even greater 

achievements in the coming season. 

Kicking Off with a Strong Start 

The season began with a bang as the teams 

participated in a highly competitive tournament. 

Facing tough opposition, the players displayed 

incredible teamwork, resilience, and skill. After 

a hard-fought series of matches, they secured a 

commendable 3rd place finish. This early success 

set the tone for the rest of the season which is full 

of many changes, specially the U13 who start to 

play a 11 a side. 

Get Involved! 

If you know a girl who loves football or is 

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perfect time to get involved! With plans for more 

tournaments, training sessions, and exciting 

matches this season, there’s plenty of opportunity 

for new players to join the fun. 

For more information about joining the team 

or upcoming events, please reach out to the 

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forward to welcoming new faces and continuing 

to grow the teams! 

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BACKED BY SCIENCE 

MEDICAL AESTHETIC TREATMENTS 

Dr Sita Madaan, BDS MFDS RCS ED is an 

award winning dental surgeon with a special 

interest in aesthetics. 

She qualified as a dentist in 2014 from Barts and 

the London school of medicine and dentistry. 

Her journey has led her to work with eminent 

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treated severe jaw pain and TMJ problems. She is 

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Street with one of the most renowned oral surgeons 

in the country. Having done numerous courses 

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injectors in the UK, this has given Dr Sita the ideal 

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you suffer with jaw pain or wish to aesthetically 

enhance yourself, Dr Sita is able to deliver natural 

and desired results. 

In the last 10 years, her growing dental practice has 

been based in Oxford, and she has now expanded 

her aesthetic arm into Bucks. Her treatment is 

based on the latest evidence in the medical and 

dental field, which ensures patients get the 

outcomes they desire. She sets herself apart by 

affiliating herself with the market leading brands 

for fillers and prescription skin care products. She 

is passionate about patient safety, and has won 

numerous awards with the International Academy 

of Facial Aesthetics for Doctors and Surgeons. She 

continually audits her results to ensure patients 

get the best and safest treatment. Her ability to 

combine science with artistry means she has 

a holistic approach to manage functional and 

aesthetic concerns relating to the teeth, jaw 

and face. 

In her spare time, Dr Sita is a passionate soprano 

singer and has been part of multiple recital 

and choirs, both in London and Oxford. Her last 

performance being with the Oxford Harmonic 

Choir at the Sheldonian theatre. 

Aesthetic treatments: 

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• Dark circles treatment 

• Medical grade skin care and chemical 

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scarring, fine lines and wrinkles 

• Vitamin facials 

• Non surgical face lifting 

• Fat dissolving 

• Hair restoration 

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• Jaw clenching devices 

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GX Fun Run returns: 

Get ready for the 

2025 family fun run! 

Mark your calendars for Sunday 18th 

May 2025, as the GX Fun Run hits the 

streets of Gerrards Cross! 

With 1,500 runners set to participate, this 

bi-annual event brings together the community, 

local businesses, and families. Hosted for the first 

time at the GX Community Association (GXCA), 

the day promises live music from Kidd Rapinet 

LLP’s band and other performers, plus exciting 

fun activities from our Gold sponsors. 

This year, we’re raising funds for two great 

causes: Scannappeal and Cameron’s 

Companions. If your business would like 

to be a Gold Sponsor contact: Therese at: 

gxfunrun@gerrardscrosstogether.co.uk 

Scan the QR code to read more from our 

amazing sponsors. 

We’ve been blown away by the incredible 

support from eleven fantastic businesses 

already backing this event. 

GX Fun Run Runners 

- sign up for news 

Get Ready for the Biggest Family Event 

of the Year: Gerrards Cross Fun Run! 

The countdown is on! The biggest community event 

in Gerrards Cross is almost here, and it’s time to 

make some noise for the family event of the year! 

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a total 

beginner, the 5km run is all about having FUN. If 

you haven’t tried a 5km before, this is the perfect 

chance to lace up your trainers and start training. 

There are great apps and programs like “Couch 

to 5K” or “5K Runner” that can help you prepare, 

and remember - most of us aren’t pros, but it’s an 

exciting achievement to cross that finish line! 

This event is more than just a run; it’s a day 

filled with energy, laughter, and community spirit. 

Families, friends, businesses, and people from 

nearby towns come together to celebrate, have 

a great time, and raise money for our amazing 

charities, who this year are Scannapppeal and 

Cameron’s Companions. 

Thanks to our Gold Sponsors, you’ll enjoy live 

Hearing Dogs 

for the Deaf 

runner and dog 

in 2022 

music from bands like The Duck Brothers (who are 

also talented lawyers from Kidd Rapinet one of 

our Gold Sponsors) and others. It’s going to be 

an unforgettable day of fun, food, and festivities. 

Don’t miss out! Sign up for the 

latest news by scanning the QR 

code, and follow us on Facebook 

at GxFunRun and GerrardsCross 

Together for exciting updates as 

the big day approaches. 

We need your help! If you’d like 

to get involved behind the scenes, we’re 

looking for enthusiastic local people to join our 

committee. It’s a fantastic way to be part of this 

incredible event, and we’d love to hear from you! 

Let’s come together and make this year’s Gerrards 

Cross Fun Run the best one yet! 

Please email 

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SCAN 

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Skydiving for 

Scannappeal: 

A Leap of Courage, 

A Gift of Hope 

On Saturday, 28th September, seven 

brave individuals from the “Let Go and 

Skydive” team faced their fears head-on, 

leaping out of a plane in support of the 

local charity, Scannappeal. 

Blessed with perfect weather and sunshine, the 

team - BJ Tailor, Therese Cooklin, Neil Walker, 

David Brown, Rupert Cooklin, Ben Naylor-Smith, 

and Mimi Harker OBE - took on this adrenalinefilled 

challenge to make a lasting impact. 

Their skydiving adventure began with an 

exhilarating free fall from a mile and a half above 

the ground, reaching breathtaking speeds of 

120 mph within just 10 seconds. Once their 

parachutes deployed, they floated gracefully for 

another 5,000 feet, taking in the stunning views 

before making a safe landing. 

The team’s goal was to raise £10,000 for 

Scannappeal, a vital charity that supports 

life-saving medical equipment for local 

hospitals. Thanks to the incredible support from 

friends, family, the local community, businesses, 

and readers of the Together magazines, they 

surpassed this target, raising an impressive 

£11,375.64 (including Gift Aid). 

of every pound raised. This match funding 

offer is available until December 2024, and as a 

result, the team’s efforts have already generated 

£22,751.28. 

But the journey doesn’t stop here. With 

continued support, there is potential to reach 

an incredible £100,000 by the end of the year - 

a milestone that could make a profound 

difference in the lives of those in need of 

critical spinal surgery. 

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has 

supported us in this daring challenge, helping 

us conquer our fears while making a meaningful 

contribution to Scannappeal’s life-changing 

work. With your generosity, we can keep pushing 

forward to bring even more hope and healing to 

our community. 

Let’s keep this momentum going - together, we 

can achieve something truly remarkable! 

Donate now to help us reach £100,000 by the 

end of the year. 

To donate 

The funds will go towards the ‘Spinal Surgery’ 

appeal, which has an extraordinary opportunity: a 

generous local donor has pledged to match any 

contributions up to £50,000, doubling the impact 

To watch 

our journey 



Buckinghamshire 

Scouts grow as 

demand for 

volunteers rises. 

The number of Scouts in Buckinghamshire 

has grown by over 6% since January 2022, 

with boys and girls aged 4 to 17 joining. 

As demand increases across the five sections— 

Squirrels (ages 4-5), Beavers (ages 6-8), Cubs 

(ages 8-10), Scouts (ages 10-14), and Explorers 

(ages 14-17)—more volunteers are needed. 

Adults can help directly with the children or 

take on behind-the-scenes roles like trustee, 

administrator, fundraiser, or IT support. 

Scouts offers over 250 activities, from abseiling 

to zorbing, helping children develop teamwork, 

confidence, and problem-solving skills. Cub 

Scout Lola shared her weekend experience, 

including climbing, kayaking, and making 

s’mores, calling it “ace.” 

Volunteer Nigel highlighted the need for more 

helpers, saying over 500 children are waiting 

to join. “Volunteering with Scouts is flexible,” 

he said, noting that roles can fit any schedule, 

with training available. Volunteers can make 

new friends, learn skills, and take pride in seeing 

children achieve things they didn’t think possible. 

Nigel added, “Volunteering gives you a sense of 

purpose and satisfaction.” 

For more information or to find your nearest 

Scout group, visit https://www.bucks-scouts. 

org.uk/join. 

Competition Time! 

Win a Family Ticket to see Sleeping Beauty at GXCA Memorial Centre 

Shows takes place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd December with two performances 11am and 

3pm 

To win tickets to this spellbinding family panto answer this easy question: 

Who woke Sleeping Beauty? Was it… 

a) a frog b) a knight c) a baby d) a prince 

To enter go to: www.gerrardscrosstogether.co.uk/competition 

or scan the QR Code 

T’s and C’s apply. 

Only one entry per family. 

Closing date is 30th November 

WORTH 

£50 


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Citizens Advice 

Bucks News 

If you are in a food crisis and need a food 

bank voucher please call us on 0808 175 

7123. 

This number is for food crisis only and 

you will be asked to call Bucks Adviceline 

on 08082 787 938 if you need help with 

something else. 

Please do keep trying us on 08081 757 123 

if you need a food voucher- you can leave 

an answer phone message, if we cannot 

pick up at the time you call and we will get 

back to you ASAP. 

Community Fridges 

Another option if you are struggling for food is 

to use a Community Fridge. These are places 

that give out food collected from shops/ 

businesses that are close to or just reached 

their best before date (not use by dates). 

They are still good to eat but shops can’t sell 

them so to stop them going to landfill the 

food goes to the fridges - saving good food 

from being wasted! Below are a list of the 

community fridges available nearby and their 

opening times. 

• Chesham - Next to the Broadway Baptist 

Church, HP6 1EG. Wednesday 10am-12pm, 

Saturday 10am- 12pm. 

• High Wycombe - Oakridge Baptist Church, 

HP11 2PH. Monday 9.30am- 2.30pm, 

Wednesdays 9.30am- 2.30pm. 

• Chalfont St Giles - All Together 

Community Fridge, Blizard’s Yard Car Park, 

HP8 4QA. Wednesdays 10am-12pm, 

Saturdays 10.00am- 12pm. 

For more information go to: 

citizensadvicebucks.org.uk/emergency-food 

Thank you to Maura 

Kelly for submitting 

a lovely Christmas 

Poem for you to 

enjoy. 

Click on the QR 

code. Merry Christmas 

and a peaceful New 

Year to you all. 

Wishing 

all Readers a 

Happy Christmas! 


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& Professional Internal 

& External Decorators. 

We have been 

working in & around 

Beaconsfield, 

Gerrards Cross, 

Amersham & 

surrounding areas 

since 1993. 

Please call to discuss 

your requirements. 

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this will suit you to develop an 

extraordinary lifestyle. 

Please call / text Jeanne: - 

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Ambers of 

Amersham Fashion 

Show 

More than 200 ladies from across the 

county gathered at Ambers of Amersham 

on 8th and 9th October to see the 

semi-annual fashion show organised by 

Ambers of Amersham and Scannappeal. 

This well attended two-day event showcased the 

works of Marc Cain, Alison Sheri, Frank Lyman, 

Dea Kudibal and Jane Atelier’s autumn and 

winter collection. The carefully crafted fashion 

show portrayed a fantastic mix of winter brights, 

relaxed chic, and cocktail attire, with some 

fabulous red-carpet glamour closing the show 

to rapturous applause. 

The event was based at The Millstream, at a 

wonderful old mill built in the 15thcentury, which 

has been the home of Ambers of Amersham for 

59 years. The event was a runaway success, with 

all proceeds going to Scannappeal, whose latest 

appeal is to raise £410,000 for a fully equipped 

breast screening mobile unit for patients 

living in South Bucks. For more information on 

Scannappeal go to: https://scannappeal.org.uk 


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Sustainable Shopping 

Event: Chalfont 

St Peter’s Kindness 

Club Fundraiser 

Saturday 16th November 10am - 4pm 

In the UK, 30% of clothing purchased each 

year ends up in landfill within the same 

year - equivalent to about £140 million worth 

of clothing being wasted annually without 

any wear. Equally alarming, according to 

the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 

denim takes up 5% of all landfill space, with 

every pair of jeans requiring 1,800 gallons of 

water to produce. 

Eager to continue their impactful work 

from the last two years, Chalfont St Peter’s 

Kindness Club is hosting their annual 

fundraising second-hand clothing sale on 

Saturday 16th November, from 10 am - 4 pm. 

The funds raised will support their donation 

point and help provide ongoing humanitarian 

aid to Ukraine. 

“Residents of neighbouring villages have 

once again been very generous this year,” 

said CSP resident Karen Dickson. “While 

we’ve continued sending essential aid, we’ve 

also set aside some stunning treasures for 

our sale - funky party pieces, vintage jackets, 

classy coats, and bright, colourful clothing to 

cheer up dreary days. We’ve got gorgeous 

leather boots, designer finds, and enough 

classic LEE denim to open a store! Everything 

is priced affordably to promote sustainable 

shopping, especially with the festive season 

approaching and budgets tighter.” 

This year, the sale will take place in the newly 

refurbished chapel at the Holy Cross site, 

which has been unused for six years. Tea, 

coffee, and cake will be available, along with 

a few tables of trinkets and treasures perfect 

for Christmas gifts, all supporting a great 

cause. 

Please bring cash, as card facilities are not 

available. For more details, follow the CSP 

Parish Mutterings Facebook page or visit the 

Kindness Club on Mondays and Wednesdays, 

10 am to 12 pm, near CSP’s tennis courts 

(SL9 9QX). 

Your loved ones deserve to 

remain independent at 

home where they feel safe. 

Reach out today for a 

friendly chat. 

01494 506300 

greg@walfinch.com 

@walfinchmsbuckinghamshire 

Walfinch Mid & South Buckinghamshire 

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Screen Time and Study 

Time: Striking the Right 

Balance in a Digital Age 

In today’s world, technology plays a significant 

role in our children’s lives, but finding the right 

balance between screen time and real life can 

feel like a constant battle in our digital world. 

With so many devices at our children’s fingertips, 

how do we ensure they’re still getting fresh air, 

hands-on learning and time for study? 

Technology isn’t all bad – many online learning 

tools, like the UK-based BBC Bitesize app, are 

brilliant for helping pupils develop important skills. 

Covering subjects from Maths to History, this free 

app offers fun quizzes and videos that align with the 

UK curriculum, making it a great way to reinforce 

what your child is learning at school. 

However, too much recreational screen time can interfere 

with schoolwork, disrupt sleep and limit time spent 

outdoors, which is essential for a child’s wellbeing. 

This autumn, why not switch off the screens and 

enjoy some local adventures? Burnham Beeches 

offers the perfect woodland escape, where your 

child can run, explore and let their imagination take 

flight. Woodland walks or a family day out at Black 

Park taking advantage of the Park Run and Go 

Ape courses can be just as enriching as any online 

app.At home, trade the screens for family fun, 

passing an hour or two playing games like Ticket to 

Ride: First Journey, encouraging problem-solving 

and geography skills. For younger children, the 

Usborne Big Book of Things to Spot is perfect for 

fostering creativity and concentration. 

By striking a balance with technology, outdoor 

activities and creative play, you can ensure your 

child thrives both academically and emotionally in 

today’s digital age. 

Lisa Gill is Head of Marketing at 

Maltman’s Green School, a 

prestigious prep school for girls in 

Gerrards Cross, sharing the school’s 

vibrant spirit and educational 

excellence with the wider community. 

Making 

friends for life. 

Autumn & Winter 

Open Days 

BOOK ONLINE: 

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Email: registrar@maltmansgreen.com or call 01753 883022 

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ISSUE 21 

THE YOUNG JOURNALIST 

Adam Connors 

visits Amersham 

School 

In September at Amersham School, 

I had the pleasure of attending the 

grand reopening of the wonderful 

library. 

Our library had been closed for a little while 

due to covid and was awaiting a much-needed 

makeover, so it’s great to see it now equipped 

with a range of plush new seating, cosy reading 

nooks and independent study zones. With 

widespread library closures being a huge concern 

in the local community right now, it’s reassuring 

to know that my school are investing in the thing 

that’s most important to me: books! 

For the event, we had a visit from Carnegienominated 

author Adam Connors who cut the 

ribbon! I got to hear Connors speak about his 

new book ‘The Girl Who Broke the Sea’. Tickets 

disappeared very quickly, lots of people showed 

up and all the seats were full. In teaching us 

about the inspiration for his book, Connors 

showed us the inner workings of neuroscience 

with a quite extraordinary effect involving what 

colours we could see and how our minds play 

tricks on us through illusions. This was fascinating 

and really gave me a new perspective on what 

I see around me. Connors mentioned that his 

books have close links to science, a world full 

of computers, phones and all things ‘technical’ 

which I thought was wonderful to listen to, now 

knowing that it is possible to link these two 

together to make a captivating an interesting 

story. Connors shared his personal experience 

with epilepsy and how this influenced his book. 

Listening to him speaking was very inspirational 

for me to develop my creative work not only 

in English but for my own creative imagination 

outside of school. I even got to purchase my 

own signed copy of the book! 

It was an amazing experience and it’s wonderful 

to see our school library flourishing now that it’s 

filled with students at break and lunch times. 

Sophie Elliott, a GCSE student at Amersham 

School with a passion for art and creativity 

Disclaimer 

Please note: the opinions and findings expressed in this article are 

solely those of the author and should not be assumed to be those of 

Amersham & Chalfonts Together or its affiliates. 

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THE YOUNG JOURNALIST 

THORPE HOUSE SCHOOL 

Creating the Future 

Thorpe House 

Sixth Form 

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most 

important decisions you will make as a parent. You want a 

place to nurture their talents, ignite their curiosity, and help 

them grow into confident, well-rounded individuals. Where 

excellence meets happiness, Thorpe House Lower School ticks 

all those boxes – and more. 

Reception and Lower School Open Day 

Tuesday 12th November 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 

Scan the QR code to find out more and book your place. 

Create your future 

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Meet the new 

Community 

Champion at Tescos 

Anabell Pelling 

As a Community Champion, Anabell’s 

job is to help and support the local 

community in any way possible. 

These ways include helping local schools, 

groups, and charities to access Tesco’s 

Community programmes and providing 

the essential support that they need. 

The support that Tesco’s gives these 

organisations will enable them to keep 

on running and giving essential things 

like education to our community. She also 

engages with the community and customers 

in store. She has a Community board in store 

that showcases how the store is helping 

and how it can help the local community. 

This is especially important as it shows the 

community how Tesco is here to help and 

support them. 

In her work as a Community Champion, she 

aims to promote the local High Street and 

what it’s got to offer through the community 

board which will hopefully bring customers 

onto the High Street while they’re in Gerrards 

Cross. She is going to spend time with the 

local charities to find out what they do and 

see if there’s any way that Tesco’s can assist 

further. That will also show her the impact 

these charities have on people’s lives and 

what impact it would have on the community 

if they weren’t able to run anymore. 

Anabell Pelling, Community Champion Tesco 

PLC, Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross, Bucks, 

SL9 8ER 

Your loved ones deserve to 

remain independent at 

home where they feel safe. 

Reach out today for a 

friendly chat. 

01494 506300 

greg@walfinch.com 

@walfinchmsbuckinghamshire 

Walfinch Mid & South Buckinghamshire 

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GERRARDS CROSS & CHALFONTS 

Together BRAIN MATTER 

1 2 3 4 5 

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9 

10 11 

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YULETIDE WORDSEARCH 

Can you find the listed words in this grid? 

ANGEL 

BAUBLE 

CRACKER 

DONKEY 

GOLD 

INN 

KINGS 

MARY 

MYRRH 

6 

8 

PRESENT 

PUDDING 

SANTA 

SHEPHERD 

STABLE 

TREE 

TURKEY 

CROSSWORD 

Fill in the crossword in the usual way, then 

rearrange the letters in the shaded squares to 

spell out a word associated with Christmas. 

Across 

1 Going by (7) 

6 In the past (3) 

7 Keep from happening (7) 

8 Sing with closed lips (3) 

9 Name (5) 

10 Witness (3) 

12 Get (7) 

13 Frost (3) 

14 Great joy (7) 

Down 

1 Tubular wind instrument (4) 

2 Protected (9) 

3 Exactly alike (9) 

IN REFLECTION 

4 Collecting in one 

place (9) 

5 Compartment in a 

house (4) 

10 Sea-going vessel (4) 

11 Waistband (4) 

The word is: 

There are five differences between 

these two trees that are reflections 

of each other. Can you spot them all? 

D U D R E H P E H S Y 

C R A C K E R X Y X E 

P J G N K S N R Y E K 

U R L E G N A L E Q N 

D T E N Z M U R K E O 

D B I S A N T A R L D 

I K A O E M B X U B C 

N M D U R N Y H T A L 

G Y L W B V T R F T C 

K C O G Y L N T R S H 

F I G N N I E Q C H V Answers on p30 


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Together Trades Directory 

Gerrards Cross & Chalfonts Together 

Share your recommendations with us at trades@communitytogether.co.uk 

CAR SERVICES 

A J Dunlop Car Servicing Ltd 

We have provided friendly advice, quality servicing, 

repairs and MOTs since 1985. Online booking, 

collection and delivery available. 

t: 01494 670 510 

w: www.ajdunlop.co.uk 

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE - 

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 

Alcon Electrical Installations 

Family run business providing domestic 

and commercial electrical services. 

t: 07725 172 878 / 07730 575 633 

w: alconelectrical.co.uk 

Back to Life Cleaning 

Family run business providing carpet and upholstery 

cleaning. £10 off with production of advert 

Call for a free quotation. 

Freephone: 0800 2118 387 or 07726 491 580 

Castle Glass Doors & Windows 

Family run business providing home improvement 

installers including windows, doors, conservatories 

and roofline including guttering, soffits, fascias, and 

cladding. 

t: 01494 873 399 

e: sales@castleglasscompany.co.uk 

w: www.castleglasscompany.co.uk 

Infinity Fencing & Landscapes 

Family run business specialising in fencing 

& landscaping. Also provide driveways, 

patios and concrete and shed bases 

Call for a free quotation. 

Freephone: 01494 413 315 / 07748 992 776 

N. Gillie Decorating Services 

Experienced, friendly professional internal and 

external decorators who have been working in 

the area since 1993. 

t: 01494 681 794 / 07771 521 263 

Oxford Aerials 

Local TV aerial and satellite installation and 

repair services, internet/Wifi blackspots fixed. 

t: 01628 439 115 

e: shaun@oxfordaerials.co.uk 

Rees & Brookman Ltd 

Established in 1949 heating engineer 

specialising in boiler installations, 

repairs, servicing, bath-rooms, pumps, 

renewable energy products, showers etc. 

t: 01494 712 387 / rees.brookman@btinternet.com 

Wildwood Bespoke Carpentry 

Designing bespoke beautiful garden rooms, 

outdoor living and indoor furniture tailored to 

your needs. 

t: 07855 484 944 / 07379 209 449 

e: contact@wildwoodbespokecarpentry.co.uk 

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D U D R E H P E H S Y 

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I H D A G O 

P J G N K S N R Y E K 

P R E V E N T O 

U R L E G N A L E Q N 

D T E N Z M U R K E O 

E L N H U M 

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I K A O E M B X U B C 

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WORDSEARCH 

IN REFLECTION 

In Reflection.indd 2 21/09/2024 15:30:26 

CROSSWORD

Gardening tips in November 

and December! 

Gardening tips for November 

Gardening tips for December 

GARDENING 

Plenty of jobs to do in the garden in 

November. This is a time to plant spring 

bulbs so that your spring colour will 

emerge next year. 

1. November is the ideal time to plant tulips 

in pots and borders for fabulous colour next 

spring. Also daffodils, crocuses and other 

spring bulbs can be planted. 

2. Sow salad on a sunny windowsill to give you 

a supply of fresh leaves through winter. 

3. Plant up patio pots and windowboxes with 

violas, cyclamens and colourful evergreens 

like heucheras and heather to give you winter 

colour when the weather is dark and gloomy. 

4. Lift dahlias once the first frosts have 

blackened their leaves. Leave the tubers to 

dry, then store them in trays under a layer of 

compost to keep them from drying out. 

5. Mulch beds with a thick layer of organic 

matter, such as garden compost or well-rotted 

farmyard manure. 

6. Clean bird feeders and fill them with 

oil-rich seeds like sunflower hearts and suet 

balls to support birds through winter. Keep 

bird baths topped up so that birds have 

somewhere to drink and bathe. 

This time of year - the garden is resting. But for 

you it’s a time to plan for next year and there 

are still crops to harvest, shrubs and bulbs to 

plant. 

1. Choose some shrubs with winter colour and 

scent eg Christmas box (Sarcococca confusa), 

wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) and witch 

hazel (Hamamelis) all look and smell gorgeous 

at this time of year. 

2. There’s still time to plant spring bulbs like 

crocuses, daffodils and tulips for masses of 

colourful flowers in spring. 

3. Lift and divide large clumps of rhubarb to 

rejuvenate the plants and give you delicious 

desserts for years to come. Make sure each 

new section has an ‘eye’ or large bud to 

provide next year’s shoots. 

4. If you need to prune Japanese maples, 

now’s the time while they are dormant. 

5. Prune climbing roses, removing any dead 

wood, tying in new shoots and cutting back 

flowered side shoots by two-thirds of their 

length. 

6. When the weather’s too cold for gardening, 

start planning next year’s gardening. Settle 

down in an armchair with a cup of tea and your 

notebook, and let your imagination run wild! 

Thank you to Stewarts Garden Centre for these 

gardening tips. https://www.stewarts.co.uk 


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