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Summer is finally here! It’s the time for holidays, and where better to travel but to the first joint European Capitals of Culture, Gorizia and Nova Gorica – find out more in our travel feature. There’s also a chance to win a family ticket to a wonderful new show at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre. Local history focuses on Tring’s flour milling story, plus we look at the wonders of Wimbledon. As always, we include our local news, shop local section, and a calendar of forthcoming events. Visit our website for more at www.livingmags.info. The only local magazine offering guaranteed delivery to 11,211 addresses in the HP23 Tring postcode area. *Royal Mail postcode data.

Summer is finally here! It’s the time for holidays, and where better to travel but to the first joint European Capitals of Culture, Gorizia and Nova Gorica – find out more in our travel feature. There’s also a chance to win a family ticket to a wonderful new show at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre. Local history focuses on Tring’s flour milling story, plus we look at the wonders of Wimbledon. As always, we include our local news, shop local section, and a calendar of forthcoming events. Visit our website for more at www.livingmags.info. The only local magazine offering guaranteed delivery to 11,211 addresses in the HP23 Tring postcode area. *Royal Mail postcode data.

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ISSUE 72 SUMMER 2025

LIVE | LIFE | LOCAL

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES SINCE 2001

GOING

THROUGH

THE MILL

Tring’s long history

of flour milling

GARDENS

The hidden perils of

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WIMBLEDON

The wonders of the

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Narrowboats at Gamnel, c.1930s

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Welcome to the

Summer issue!

The many sunny days since Lyn arrived

in the UK in early March have been so

welcome. Let’s hope they continue way

into summer and beyond.

It’s the time for holidays, and where better

to travel but to the first joint European

Capitals of Culture, Gorizia and Nova Gorica,

which straddle the two magnificent countries

of Italy and Slovenia. If you are staying

home, we have some weird tips for creative

gardeners, such as repurposing coffee

grounds as fertiliser. If you are renting a

home, we have ideas about what can be done

to alter the space so you still achieve a sense

of individuality and homeliness that can

often be missing.

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TRING

SUMMER 2025

Summer would not be summer without

Wimbledon. Read our special feature about the

heady first two weeks of July when the great

and the good of tennis – that’s players, coaches

and those who love their strawberries and

cream – descend on South-West London for

the greatest tournament the sport has to offer.

Finally, our history feature focuses on the

past of Tring Flour Mill.

Enjoy your summer reading.

Lyn and

Naomi

Owner & Editor

CONTENTS

4 News and views from Tring

and surrounding villages

16 Shop local – before you

head online

19 Motoring – the truth about

manual gearbox tricks

22 The new and old wonders

of Wimbledon

24 Garden plants with hidden

dangers

25 Unusual tips to keep your

garden growing

32 Make a rented property

feel like home

33 On-trend interiors ideas

35 Puzzle page

36 How to help children

understand world isues

37 Students – make the most

of your final year

38 Crossword

39 Travel to the joint

European Cities of

Culture this summer

27 The history of Tring’s mill

40 Codeword

31 Kids’ puzzles

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41 How pets help kids

develop vital skills

42 Seasonal treat –

try this summer

pudding recipe

44 10 ways to help you

live longer

47 Win a family theatre

ticket

48 Eclectic summer reads

from local authors

50 What’s on

54 Local

Services

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Tring Athletic is seeking players as it launches

a ladies’ team for the 2025/26 season.

The ladies’ squad will be led by Chris Sanders,

a UEFA-qualified coach and Berks and Bucks FA

County Cup-winning manager with 13 years’

experience of coaching mixed and female

football locally. Chris is one of the owners of

Almar, the stationery and printing supplier on

Tring High Street.

Chris said: ‘We already have some sponsors on

board, and if more companies want to join us on

this journey, please get in touch.

‘The aim is to provide a professional, safe and

supportive environment for players to come and

What’s

occurrin’?

Well, a

rare piece of Gavin &

Stacey memorabilia

will go to the winner

of a raffle launched

by Herts-based

charity, DENS.

A call sheet

for the hit TV

show’s last-ever

scene, signed by the leading cast and featuring

a farewell message from creators James Corden

and Ruth Jones, has been donated to DENS by

star actor, Adrian Scarborough, in celebration

of his appointment as the charity’s first-ever

patron. The prize also includes a script of the

final episode.

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Tring club calls for players for ladies’ team

play football, develop their skills and have fun,

while looking to climb the football pyramid. I

am also looking for experienced players to fill

player/coach roles or to start their coaching

journey with the support of myself and

the club.’

The club has also recently secured planning

permission to replace its grass pitch with an

artificial 3g surface, which will provide the

highest-quality playing surface all year round for

the club and for community use in Tring.

To get involved contact

ladiesfootball@tringathletic.co.uk or call

Chris on 07770 211257.

‘Lush’ prize up for grabs for Gavin & Stacey fans

The award-winning actor, known for playing

Pete in Gavin & Stacey, has also appeared in

Vera Drake, Gosford Park, Miranda and

The Chelsea Detective.

Reflecting on his new position at DENS,

Scarborough said: ‘It’s a true honour to become

the first ever patron of this amazing charity. I’ve

had the privilege of seeing the incredible work

they do to support vulnerable people across the

community – and their services are needed now

more than ever. I’m excited to work alongside

the great team at DENS and do whatever I can to

help grow their impact.’

DENS helps rebuild the lives of people facing

homelessness, poverty and social exclusion by

providing a range of vital, integrated services.

The raffle is now open, with entries costing £5

each. It closes on 30 July. See

https://bit.ly/dens-gavin-stacey for details.

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Tring mum takes on marathon for Rico

A

Tring mother

of two

completed the

London Marathon to

help raise funds

for her friend’s child.

Lauren Deitz, 35,

met Moira Rodan,

40, from Hemel

Hempstead, at an NCT

(National Childbirth

Trust) class before

their eldest sons,

now five, were born.

Rico Haddad, now aged 19 months, was

born not breathing and needed six minutes of

resuscitation. Following a brain scan, his parents

Moira Rodan, 40, and Alexander Haddad, 41,

were told to say goodbye and Rico’s life support

was switched off.

However, Rico unexpectedly started

breathing, feeding and moving independently,

and was able to go home from hospital after

three weeks.

Mum Moira, who also has another son

Rafa, five, said: ‘Rico has been diagnosed with

epilepsy, cortical visual impairment, cerebral

palsy and global developmental delay. The NHS

has provided us with basic assessments and

therapies, but there is so much more available to

help Rico with his brain development, and early

intervention is key.

‘We are immensely grateful to our family,

friends and supporters who have already raised

around £5,000 to help support his needs. I’m

hugely grateful to Lauren for taking on the

challenge of the London Marathon for him –

it means a lot to us.’

Journalist Lauren said: ‘It was a privilege to

complete the London Marathon and a memory

I will relive and carry with me for the rest of my

life. The atmosphere and crowd support was just

incredible and really carried me through those

tough later miles. I’m so proud of my running

journey, having gone from not even running

5km last summer to having now completed a

marathon, but I’m most proud of the funds it has

raised for Rico. The money raised so far will fund

specialist physiotherapy for him.’

Rico’s family is being supported by children’s

charity Tree of Hope, which helps families

fundraise for children like Rico with healthcare

needs that cannot be provided by the NHS.

To donate to Rico’s fund visit:

www.treeofhope.org.uk/ways-to-give/

childrens-campaigns/fundraising-for-rico

Market

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Tring Arts & Crafts

Market is going green

as part of The Great Big Green Week.

You’ll find arts, crafts and artisan food at the

Victoria Hall, Akeman Street on Saturday 7 June,

from 10am-3pm.

Then on 5 July the market takes place at the

same venue. Entry is free, plus there’s a free

prize draw.

The market takes place on the first Saturday

of each month.

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Feedback invited on Marshcroft

Harrow

Estates is

canvassing

public opinion

regarding plans

for Marshcroft,

a controversial

proposed ‘garden

village’ suburb

in Tring.

Following a previous planning application

and appeal, which was concluded in 2024,

the Marshcroft site has now been included

in Dacorum Borough Council’s new local plan

to 2041. The local plan has been submitted for

public examination to the Secretary of State for

Housing, Communities & Local Government.

The original application was refused by

Dacorum Borough Council because ‘the

proposed benefits were not considered to

outweigh the substantial level of harm to the

Green Belt’. The impact on the Chilterns Area

of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the loss of

agricultural land was also noted.

Following an appeal and a public inquiry in

2023, the Planning Inspector recommended that

Service Dogs

UK is urging

local Armed

Forces and Blue Light

veterans to contact

Veteran

Nick with

the charity for support

assistance

as it opens its new

dog Benji

training hub for

Herts/Bucks.

Service Dogs UK is a charity dedicated to

supporting Armed Forces and Emergency

the appeal be allowed and planning permission

be granted subject to conditions. However,

the Secretary of State disagreed with the

Inspector’s decision and dismissed the appeal.

In the final report, it was noted that ‘the

favourable considerations of the proposed

development do not clearly outweigh the harm

to the Green Belt and the other harms noted

above. Therefore Very Special Circumstances

do not exist to justify this development in the

Green Belt.’

However, now that the development has been

included in the Dacorum Local Plan, the developer

is once again consulting with local residents,

ahead of designing the development and drafting

its submission. The Marshcroft site to the east

of Tring would create around 1,400 new homes

– including affordable housing, as well as a

new primary school, secondary education

facility, sports hub and open green spaces.

The new homes would be centred around a

neighbourhood centre including a parade of

shops, cafes, flexible community space, and a

sports hub with managed sports pitches.

Learn more and provide feedback at

www.marshcroft-tring.co.uk

Service Dogs UK launches New

Thames Valley Training Hub

Services veterans with PTSD (post-traumatic

stress disorder).

The charity partners with veterans to transform

dogs, mainly from rescue, into highly skilled

PTSD assistance dogs.

Veterans living with PTSD can apply to

be paired with a dog and learn how to navigate

daily life with greater independence

and confidence.

Visit www.servicedogsuk.org or contact

getintouch@servicedogsuk.org.

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Liz named Hertfordshire Hero

A

Tring

woman

who

raised over

£120,000 for the

Hospice of St

Francis after it

cared for her

husband in the

final months of

his life has been

named a Heart

Hertfordshire

Hero.

Liz Cundale set

a goal to raise

£100,000 for the

hospice after her husband Neil was cared for at

the Inpatient Unit in 2023.

‘The hospice is such a special place. Not only

did Neil receive exemplary care, but the children

and I did also,’ Liz said.

Liz worked tirelessly to coordinate fundraising

events, including a bake sale, raffle, fitness

challenges, football tournament, and a 26-mile

walk along the Ridgeway.

With the help of her two young daughters

as well as friends, family and Neil’s colleagues

at Hillier Hopkins, they surpassed their

fundraising goal. They delivered much-needed

funds to the charity, which cares for more than

2,000 patients with limiting illnesses and their

families every year.

A single day’s care in the hospice’s inpatient

unit costs £695 for each patient, so the money

that Liz helped to raise could pay for almost six

months of care.

After receiving the award, Liz said: ‘I was so

surprised to be put forward and then to win the

award. The heroes in my mind are Neil and all

the staff and volunteers at the hospice. I’m so

grateful to everyone who donated and fundraised

on behalf of Neil. The award is shared with all

who helped raise money for the place that helped

us during the hardest time of our lives.’

But the fundraising hasn’t stopped. On the

day of the award ceremony, Liz’s daughters’

school held its annual Lenten Bazaar and raised

over £800 for the hospice. On the following day,

Neil’s old football team (Aquis FC) had its annual

reunion in his name, with over £1,300 raised.

Liz also plans to get sponsored to take part in

the Great North Run, the largest half marathon

in the world, in September.

Sharon Clark, head of the inpatient unit at the

hospice said: ‘It’s such an achievement, and so

fabulous for Liz to be recognised for all she has

done. A ray of brightness – Neil would have been

so proud.’

Stuff of Dreams

A Netflix documentary follows Tring

window cleaner Steve Wadlow on an

eight-year mission to get an oil painting

recognised as a rare piece worth £200m.

The painting – which Steve believes to

be of a young William Shakespeare – was

acquired by his father Peter, now 93.

The documentary, entitled Stuff of

Dreams, reveals how Steve has struggled

to get the artwork authenticated by

experts as a genuine portrait of the Bard.

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Pendley Manor Hotel

launches consultation

on expansion plans

Pendley Manor Hotel is seeking feedback

on proposals for a multi-million-pound

expansion at the hotel in Tring.

The proposals include a flexible events space,

which would accommodate weddings, corporate

events, and private functions.

This building, connecting to the hotel’s

Harcourt Wing, would replace the Rose Garden

temporary marquee. New spa and leisure

facilities, including a new swimming pool,

would also be offered.

The plans also include the restoration of The

Lodge, Pendley Manor’s historic gatehouse, as

a new social hub including an open kitchen,

which could be used for cooking classes and

demonstrations, and as an arts and crafts space.

A new hotel bedroom building providing

40 new rooms is proposed, while the existing

Harcourt Wing extension would be reconfigured

to provide 23 additional rooms.

In a release, the hotel said: ‘The investment in

business and conferencing facilities alongside

wider enhancement of the site will allow more

community events and festivals to be hosted

year-round. Chilfest and the Shakespeare

Festival have taken place at the hotel in recent

years and will continue.

‘A sensitive biodiversity-led landscaping

programme will allow further outdoor activities,

woodland walks and cycling, and aims to provide

wellbeing benefits for visitors.’

Additional parking of 70 or more spaces

is also proposed.

If approved, work would start in 2026

and continue for three years.

Find out more at

www.pendley-manor.co.uk/newfacilities

Local plan inspectors appointed

The Secretary of State has appointed

Inspector Thomas Bristow BA Msc

MRTPI and Inspector Matthew

Birkinshaw BA (Hons) Msc MRTPI to carry out

the independent examination of Dacorum’s

Local Plan.

Dacorum Borough Council submitted its local

plan for the sustainable growth of the borough

to the government in March.

The independent planning inspectors will

assess whether the local plan has been properly

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prepared, is effective, and aligns with

national policies.

The examination will take place over the

next few months, and will include a series of

public hearings.

A final decision may not be reached until

early 2026, and if deemed sound, the local plan

will be presented to the Council for adoption.

You can view a copy of the submission at

https://letstalk.dacorum.gov.uk/hub-page/

newlocalplan

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Christine walks for hospice

A

local

Christine has been getting creative in her

Christine and her husband Dan

woman has fundraising ahead of her walking challenge.

undertaken She organised a Rock & Roll Bingo Night, which

an impressive

raised £900, and has raised over £4,000 in total

walking challenge to so far.

raise funds for the Christine’s daughter Amelia was set to join her

hospice that cared on the last day of her walk in Wendover, as part

for her husband at of the hospice’s 13-mile Walk Your Ridgeway

the end of his life. fundraising event.

Christine Zammit of Pitstone trained for

12 weeks to walk the entire 87 miles of the

Ridgeway National Trail. She started in Anyone for tennis?

Avebury and ended in Ivinghoe Beacon over

The Pound Meadow Tennis Courts in Tring

five days in May.

officially opened with a launch event in May.

Christine’s husband Dan was diagnosed with

The event celebrated the completion of a

cancer in September 2023 and received care from

£50,000 transformation of the courts, which

The Hospice of St Francis throughout his illness. were fully resurfaced, with new fencing, nets

Christine explained: ‘Dan was supported by a and the installation of a modern, gate-access

wonderful palliative care nurse, had access to system that allows users to book sessions

physio, and was given the opportunity to attend easily online. Operated in collaboration with

exercise sessions and support groups. I was

Tring Tennis Club, the upgraded courts offer

supported with my newfound role as a carer and free and low-cost tennis sessions. Book at

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Luton airport expansion gets green light

Plans to expand

Luton Airport, almost

doubling its annual

capacity to 32 million

passengers, have

been approved.

The Planning Inspectorate

had recommended that the

plans be rejected on environmental grounds, but

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announced

the approval of the expansion in April.

Tring actor takes show to Edinburgh Fringe

Matt Wake,

who started

acting at

the Court Theatre,

Tring (now the Dembe

Theatre), at the age of

10, will be heading to the

Edinburgh Fringe

this summer.

Matt appeared in numerous productions at

The Court, including Billy Elliot, Our House

and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He also

played Galahad in Tring Festival Company

Youth’s Spamalot.

Matt, along with seven other actors from

the Hideout Theatre group, will be staging an

original comedy, The Players of Diadon, at the

Gilded Balloon.

The Players of Diadon follows Rick, the

newest member to the royal acting troupe

– forever destined to perform King Diadon’s

own epic story to the monarch. For 18,337

performances, nothing has changed. But now,

the king wants a brand-new masterpiece and

if he doesn’t get it, they’ll face the chop.

As the troupe scrambles to meet the king’s

impossible standards, chaos erupts and egos

clash. Rick, in over his head, begins to uncover

It’s estimated that the airport could see 77,000

more flights a year than last year – with planes

flying over every 15 minutes, rather than once

every half hour as they do currently.

The airport expansion will see new airside and

landside facilities, and a new terminal built on

the site.

Luton Borough Council has also stated that the

expansion could create 6,000 jobs in Beds, Herts

and Bucks (as part of 11,000 new jobs across

the country).

unsettling truths about the kingdom and its

ruler – forcing him to question everything he

thought he knew.

Audiences can expect silliness, peril, and a

world of eccentric characters that feel both

bizarre and strangely familiar.

Staging a show at the Fringe nowadays,

especially for an ensemble cast, is financially

challenging. So the cast has set up a

crowdfunding page to cover the basic costs of

travel, accommodation and all those promotional

flyers. Rewards are available for supporters.

https://crowdfund.edfringe.com/p/theplayers-of-diadon

LOCAL

New name for care home

A Tring woman has won a competition to

help name the town’s newest care home.

Alison Wright took part in a competition to

name the new multi-million-pound Care UK

home on Miswell Lane, which is set to open

to residents in summer 2026.

The winning name, Eggleton House, takes

inspiration from the area the home is being

built on, which was previously the site of

Morningside Farm. The farm was founded

and owned by Alison’s husband’s greatgrandfather,

William Eggleton.

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Roselee pens fourth Doodles book

A

Tring author has published her fourth

book inspired by the very special girl

she started looking after eight years ago.

Roselee Guinness was inspired by Francesca

Ross, who has Rett Syndrome, a genetic

condition, which means she will always need

full-time care.

Rosalee’s aim when she started writing the

books was to help children with disabilities

realise that they too can have adventures, and

to help raise awareness of Rett Syndrome.

The latest book is called My Doodle and

the Park Adventure, in which the two girls find

themselves in a spot of

trouble when Doodle

follows along with one

of Rosie’s crazy ideas.

The previous books

are My Doodle is

a Little Different,

My Doodle Goes

On Holiday, and My

Doodle Turns into a

Mermaid. All

published by

Austin Macauley.

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Knitters tell the Longest Yarn

LOCAL

Volunteer knitters from across the world

have contributed to a wall art exhibition

that will be unveiled at Chiltern Open Air

Museum in August.

The Britain at War exhibition – The Longest

Yarn 2 – will feature 61 panels all made by

the volunteers.

Britain at War examines how Britain navigated

the war from 3 September, 1939 to VE Day on

8 May, 1945. The panels show all aspects of life,

including rationing, evacuees, The Blitz, terrible

headlines, when Britain was looking at ‘The

Darkest Hour’, and the euphoria when peace was

declared. The exhibition runs from 2-31 August.

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The truth about manual gearbox

tricks – do they actually work?

Coasting

The idea: By shifting into neutral and letting

the car coast, you reduce engine load and

save fuel.

The reality: This technique was more

relevant in older carburettor cars, where

cutting the fuel supply completely wasn’t

always an option.

Modern fuel-injected cars, however,

automatically reduce fuel delivery when the

throttle is closed, meaning coasting actually

wastes fuel rather than saving it.

Worse, it removes engine braking, reducing

control and increasing wear on your brakes.

Oh, and coasting downhill is technically

illegal under Rule 122 of the Highway Code, as

it reduces control over the vehicle, so best

avoid this one!

Double-Clutching

The idea: This involves pressing the clutch,

shifting to neutral, releasing the clutch, then

pressing it again before shifting into the next

gear. It’s supposed to improve gear changes

and reduce wear on the gearbox.

The reality: This was essential in older cars

with non-synchronised transmissions, but

today’s modern synchros do the job for you.

While double-clutching

can reduce wear slightly

and smoothen shifts in

certain performance or

classic cars, for everyday

driving it’s unnecessary.

Short-Shifting

The idea: Changing

up gears earlier than

usual to keep revs low

and save fuel.

The reality: This one

actually works… to a

point. Keeping revs too low

can strain the engine and lead to

‘lugging,’ which isn’t great for performance or

efficiency, but shifting up smoothly and

sensibly (without labouring the engine) can

improve fuel economy.

ALL THE GEAR,

NO IDEA?

Rev-Matching on Downshifts

The idea: Blipping the throttle when

downshifting to match engine speed to the

lower gear, ensuring a smoother transition.

The reality: This works, reducing drivetrain

shock, making downshifts smoother and

kinder to your gearbox. It won’t save you fuel,

but it can extend the life of your clutch and

make for a much more enjoyable drive.

Engine Braking

The idea: Using the engine’s resistance to

slow the car down instead of relying solely on

the brakes.

The reality: A good technique when used

properly. Modern engines shut off fuel when

decelerating in gear, making this an efficient

way to slow down. Plus, it reduces brake wear.

However, relying on it too much can cause

excessive wear on your gearbox, so balance is key.

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Running club raises

thousands for

local hospice

A

local running club, founded over a

decade ago by Paul Owen, a partner

at Machins Solicitors and family law

specialist, has quietly become a force for good

– raising over £23,000 in donations for The

Hospice of St Francis.

Paul, who has completed more than 100

marathons and authored two books on running,

started the club with a simple idea: bring people

together to enjoy running while supporting a

good cause. Since then, more than 300 runners

have taken part. Around 30 runners meet every

Wednesday, exploring a mix of road and trail

routes in and around Berkhamsted and Tring,

improving fitness and enjoying plenty of laughs

along the way.

There’s no joining fee – just a simple tradition:

each week, runners pop a small donation for

the hospice into the boot of Paul’s car. These

contributions have added up to vital funds

supporting the hospice’s care.

But for Paul, the best part of the club isn’t the

routes or the races – it’s the people: ‘We don’t

talk about work or bills – we talk shoes, gels, and

races! It’s a cracking mix of personalities and

abilities, and the support everyone shows one

another is what I really love.’

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just

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WHO TO WATCH AT

WIMBLEDON

The first two weeks of

July sees the great and

the good of tennis – that’s

players, coaches and

those who love their

strawberries and cream

– descend on South-West

London for the greatest

tournament the sport has

to offer

Regardless of whether you’re a tennis

enthusiast or not, the word ‘Wimbledon’

evokes visions of blazing summer sun

warming up verdant grass courts, glasses of

champagne and a flurry of fine fashion (also,

possibly, the Wombles if you are of a certain age).

Yet for those participating, it is a

thing of bright anticipation and

hope, for to conquer the oldest

tennis tournament in the word (the

first championship was held in 1877) is to

truly be a master of your game.

Men

Novak Djokovic

He is widely considered as the

GOAT (greatest of all time) and

his July appearance will be the

20th since his 2003 debut.

Yet will the super Serb

claim his eighth Wimbledon

title, or at 38 years old – and

with big rival Carlos Alcaraz looking to make

it three victories on the spin – will this be the

sunset of his illustrious career?

Current ranking: 5

Total grand slams (as of March 2025): 24

Wimbledon wins: 7

Jannik Sinner

He’s the Italian sensation who

has quickly become a household

name, and in 2024 the ambitious

23-year-old had one of the

greatest seasons any player

has ever had in the history

of the sport, winning the US

and French titles and climbing to no.1 in

the world.

Having played Wimbledon six times, he will

have his eye on the big prize this year.

Current ranking: 1

Total grand slams (as of March 2025): 2

Wimbledon wins: 0

Women

Elena Rybakina

The impressive Russia-born

Kazakhstani shot to fame after

her stunning victory at

Wimbledon in 2022. Since the

start of her professional career

in 2014, she has made almost

constant progress and hopes are high that this

may be a repeat of her 2022 triumph.

Current ranking: 8

Total grand slams (as of March 2025): 1

Wimbledon wins: 1

Aryna Sabalenka

The Belarusian bombshell is

one of the most famous tennis

players in the world. With a

career that boasts three major

singles titles – 2024 US Open

and Australian Open wins in

2023 and 2024, as well as two

major doubles titles (2019 US Open and 2021

Australian Open). However, Wimbledon

remains elusive and her 2024 withdrawal

from the tournament after a shoulder injury,

will make her hungrier still. Could this be

the year?

Current ranking: 1

Total grand slams (as of March 2025): 3

Wimbledon wins: 0

WIMBLEDON

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THE

WONDERS

OF WIMBLEDON

WIMBLEDON

We may not always

win – in fact we very,

very rarely do! –

but over the years,

British tennis players

have always helped

make Wimbledon the

magical experience

it is

WIMBLEDON

Henman the hopeful

Talented and adored as he was,

the chips never fell the way

Tim Henman would have

liked. But Wimbledon was the

stage for the Brit’s most

memorable performances, and

‘Tiger Tim’ was never short of

fans cheering him on.

He reached the SW19 semi-finals four times

(1998, 1999, 2001 and 2002), each time igniting

hopes of a British champion at the All England

Club. Despite never getting over the line, his

consistent performances and unwavering

determination made him a national icon, and

Henman Hill is the name many still use when

referring to the viewing area grounds where

pass users can watch the on-court action.

Fred Perry the legend

Most young people of today

associate the name Fred Perry

with very trendy polo shirts,

but the man himself is

arguably the most iconic

British tennis player in history.

Born in 1909, Perry’s career spanned a brief

but triumphant period in the 1930s. He won

three Wimbledon titles (1934, 1935 and 1936)

and achieved the rare feat of securing all four

Grand Slam singles titles by winning the

Australian Open, French Open and US Open.

Perry’s prowess and determination on the

court made him a global tennis superstar, but

for us Brits, Perry – the son of a cotton

spinner – represented hope and ambition for

anyone who sets their mind to it.

Murray the man of the hour

It’s 20 years since the

now-retired super Scot turned

pro, and what an exceptional

list of accomplishments he

tucked under his belt during

those two decades.

Murray finally got his major

breakthrough at the 2012 US

Open, where he claimed his inaugural Grand

Slam title by defeating Novak Djokovic in a

thrilling five-set match.

This victory made him the first British man

to win a Grand Slam singles title since the

aforementioned Fred Perry in 1936.

Within a year, Murray achieved what many

consider his greatest triumph by winning

Wimbledon. Victory over Djokovic in the final

ended Britain’s 77-year wait for a male

Wimbledon champion.

He won another Wimbledon title in 2016 and

also secured two Olympic golds for Team GB in

2012 and 2016. Not bad for a wee lad from Glasgow.

The young radical, Raducanu

Born in 2002, Brit superstar

Raducanu burst onto the

global tennis scene with her

extraordinary victory at the

US Open in 2021. At just 18

years old, she became the first

qualifier in history to win a

Grand Slam singles title, and

while injury and the pressures

of fame have thwarted further significant

rewards, her youth and determination make

her a hopeful for the future of British tennis.

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POISON

IVY

alkaloids that can cause dilated

pupils, sensitivity to light,

blurred vision, tachycardia, loss

of balance, and hallucinations.

Ingesting even small amounts

can be fatal, but you can’t say

the name didn’t warn you.

Foxglove

The surprisingly poisonous plants

that are right here in the UK

Fans of Agatha Christie will be aware that

nefarious characters of yesteryear had a

penchant for poison. Terrifying

tinctures, savage serums and potions of ill

portent were popular in the periods before

modern medicine, and with the lack of

laboratories to create chemicals, apothecaries

and poisoners relied on humble plants to both

heal and kill.

Foxglove: A striking plant with tall spikes of

tubular flowers, often seen in gardens and

woodlands. Despite its allure (and charming

name), every part of the foxglove is highly

toxic. It contains compounds called cardiac

glycosides, which can cause nausea, vomiting,

hallucinations, and potentially fatal heart

problems.

Giant hogweed: An invasive species that can

reach up to 5 metres in height, its sap contains

toxic chemicals called furanocoumarins,

which can cause severe skin burns and

blistering when exposed to sunlight. Contact

with this plant should be avoided, and any

exposure should be treated with immediate

medical attention.

Deadly Nightshade: Also known as

belladonna, this plant bears attractive, shiny

black berries and purple bell-shaped

flowers. However, its beauty masks

a deadly secret; the entire plant is

highly toxic, containing tropane

Yew: The yew tree is a common sight

in churchyards and parks, known for its

evergreen foliage and red berries. But despite

its pleasant facade, all parts of the yew, except

for the flesh of the berries, contain toxic

alkaloids called taxines. These can cause

symptoms ranging from dizziness and dry

mouth to severe cardiac and respiratory

distress, potentially leading to death if

ingested. Who knew?

Monkshood: Also known as wolfsbane, this

is a tall, herbaceous plant with striking blue

or purple flowers. Despite its beauty, it is one

of the most poisonous plants in the UK. The

plant contains aconitine, a potent neurotoxin

that can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea,

convulsions, and heart arrhythmias,

potentially leading to death. If you think you

monkshood, you definitely shouldn’t.

Lily of the valley: This delicate plant is

often associated with springtime and is

commonly used in floral arrangements.

However, it contains cardiac glycosides

similar to those found in foxglove. Ingesting

any part of the plant can lead to symptoms

such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and

irregular heartbeats.

Hemlock: Hemlock is a tall, branching plant

with small white flowers and fern-like leaves.

It is notorious for its role in the execution of

the philosopher Socrates. The plant contains

potent alkaloids, including coniine,

which can cause symptoms such as

muscle paralysis, respiratory failure,

and death. Not a smart way to die.

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GARDENS

Sometimes the internet

makes suggestions

that are too strange

to be believable;

however, the following

gardening hacks are

actually pretty useful

TOTALLY WEIRD

TIPS

Coffee grounds

Let’s start with one that’s pretty well-known,

and that is repurposing coffee grounds as

fertiliser. They are rich in nitrogen, which is

great for your soil, and all you need to do is

simply scatter them around the base of your

plants or mix them into your compost pile.

Banana peels

You’ve heard of a rose among the thorns, but

have you heard of a rose among the banana

peels? Packed with potassium, which is

essential for plant health, burying banana

peels near the roots of your rose bushes will

promote lush blooms as the peels decompose

and release nutrients into the soil.

Eggshells

No one likes walking on eggshells, especially

pests like slugs and snails. Scatter the crushed

shells around the base of your plants. The

sharp edges will deter these pests, whilst also

providing calcium to your soil.

Fish poop

If you have an aquarium, don’t throw out the

dirty water during cleaning. This water is rich in

nutrients from fish waste and can be used to feed

your plants, giving them a natty nutrient boost.

Milk

Powdery mildew can be a common problem

for many plants. Use a mixture of one part

milk to two parts water and spray it on

affected plants. The milk helps to prevent the

fungus from spreading… weird but true!

Nappies

Place a clean, unused (it is important that

it is not used!) nappy at the bottom of your

plant pots before adding soil. The nappy will

help retain moisture, keeping your plants

hydrated longer.

Tin foil

Do plants believe in aliens? Who knows, but

they certainly appreciate the protective power

of tin foil. If you’re growing plants indoors

and they need more light, create a reflective

surface using tinfoil. Place the foil around

your plants to reflect light back onto them,

helping them grow stronger.

Human hair

Believe it or not, human hair can deter pests

like deer and rabbits. Scatter it liberally

around your garden and the scent will keep

these animals at bay.

Cinnamon

Sprinkle cinnamon on seedlings to prevent

damping-off disease, a fungal infection that

can kill young plants. Cinnamon has natural

antifungal properties that protect your plants,

with not a pumpkin-spiced latte in sight!

Citrus peels

Finally, save your citrus peels and use them as

biodegradable seedling pots. Fill the peel with

soil and plant your seed then, when it’s time

to transplant, you can plant the entire peel in

the ground. It will decompose, thus enriching

the soil.

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THROUGH

THE MILL

LOCAL

HISTORY

Flour milling

is Tring’s oldest

continuous

business – we

look at its long

history

Pictures: with thanks to Tring Local History & Museum Society

Heygates Mill is a familiar place to

the residents in Tring, and while it’s

now a modern operation producing

over 12 tons of flour per hour, its history

extends back several hundred years, making

the manufacture of flour Tring’s oldest

continuous business.

Gamnel was the

site of a watermill

probably 200 years ago

– the mill pond was

not only important for

milling, but was also a

location for traditional

baptisms too – it was

close to the Baptist

Chapel in New Road.

However, the pond

was sold to the canal

company and the

outdoor baptisms

stopped. Perhaps

this was a good

Above: Viewed from across

the Wendover Arm, the steam

mill erected in 1875. Left (main

picture) The demolition of

Gamnel Wharf tower mill,

4 May 1911

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thing, because according to the Tring Vestry

minutes for 1799, ‘The services were always

scenes of much hostility and abuse from

certain people in Tring, the participants in

the service oftentimes being pelted with

filthy missiles.’

The Gamnel site already had wharf land and

buildings, when William Grover (or possibly

his brother James) developed it further with

the addition of a windmill in the early 1800s,

and formed a business that sent and received

goods by canal. William was listed as owning

the wharf and premises in 1829, while James

was the owner of the windmill and a house.

At some time

after that, the

partnership

between the

Grover brothers

was dissolved,

possibly over

an argument

concerning

their father’s

will, and

James set up

in competition

with his

brother,

building

the nearby

Goldfield

windmill.

William

continued to

run the mill with his son Thomas until 1843,

until it was taken over by his sons-in-law

William Mead and Richard Bailey. The mill

was to remain in the Mead family for the

next 100 years or so.

Mead & Bailey were not only millers, but

also coal merchants, wharfingers (owners

or keepers of a wharf) and water carriers.

Another string to their business bow was

dealing in horse manure. They imported it

by canal from London, with returning boats

taking hay and straw to the capital.

One of the labourers at the mill was

William Massey. He and his family

rented a hovel on the wharf from the

millers for the grand sum of one shilling

a week. His son Gerald would become

known as Tring’s poet – he was a Chartist

agitator who became well known not

only as a poet but as an author and critic.

You can read his story in a previous issue

of Tring Living at www.yumpu.com/en/

document/read/69183978/tring-livingautumn-2023

William Mead’s sons Edward and Thomas

took over the business in the early 1850s, but

by 1868 Thomas Mead was the sole owner,

and he bought an adjoining plot of land

facing Wingrave Road.

As in most businesses, technology moved

on, and in 1875, Thomas commissioned the

construction of a brick-built grain mill – at a

cost of £1,246 – next to the windmill.

He made more advancements in 1894 with

the installation of the new roller milling

system, which ran for some time alongside

the windmill. It’s believed the windmill was

probably used for producing animal feed,

as the roller milling invention made grain

milling more efficient, and produced bettergrade

flour. This new innovation put many

small wind and watermills across

the countryside out of business, as they

couldn’t compete with bigger mills using the

new system.

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By the early

20th century,

ownership had

transferred to

Thomas’ son

William, who

brought steam

power to the

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mill. A

Woodhouse &

Mitchell tandem compound condensing

engine drove the mill for several decades until

mains electricity arrived in 1946.

Gamnel Wharf tower mill was demolished

on 4 May 1911, 90 years after it was constructed.

During the 1930s, the milling business came

under pressure with the import of subsidised

French flour, which cost 12s 6d for a 280lb

sack, at a time when home-produced flour

sold for at least 17 shillings a sack. The 1932

Wheat Act helped the situation, until the next

crisis, when the mill was brought under the

control of the Ministry of Food at the start of

World War II. That control lasted until as late

as 1953.

Under Ministry control the quality of flour

in the Tring Mill and across the country

was gradually lowered and it was no longer

possible to obtain white flour. This led to the

‘National Loaf’, a wholemeal bread introduced

as part of food rationing. It was fortified with

added calcium and vitamins, designed to be

more nutritious and make efficient use of

available resources. However it was often

criticised for its grey colour, mushy texture,

and general lack of appeal! >>>

1. The new steam mill featured five spacious and

lofty floors fitted with the necessary storage bins.

2. Wendover windmill and engine house.

The flue from the engine’s boiler passed

underground to a tall brick-built chimney in the

centre of the mill yard. 3. Gerald Massey.

(1828-1907) 4. Horse-drawn wagons 5. Sentinel

steam lorry. 6. By the time this photo was taken

the steamers appear to have been replaced by

internal combustion-engined vehicles. This is a

Dennis dropside lorry c.1935.

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Modes of transport

By the late 19th century much of the wheat

was imported from Canada and the US. It

came up the canal by barge from Brentford to

Bulbourne, and then was put on a horsedrawn

narrowboat to reach the mill up the

narrow Wendover Arm.

Before the First World War, the mill

delivered its flour to places such as Chesham,

Aylesbury, Leighton Buzzard and Dunstable

using horse-drawn wagons. Then in 1916, a

Foden steam wagon that could carry 8 tons

joined the delivery team, followed a couple

of years later by a 2-ton Napier lorry. After

World War II, canal transport of wheat ended,

and deliveries came by road instead.

By 1953, according to the Berkhamstead

Gazette, the mill’s fleet included two 6-ton and

three seven-ton Bedfords, a Foden lorry and

trailer that could carry 15 tons. Even with the

addition of a bulk grain wagon capable of

hauling 13 tons of wheat from the Docks, the

mill was doing so much business that local

contractors had to be enlisted to help out.

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Following William Mead’s death in 1941,

the Heygate family business bought the mill,

although it remained under the management

of Ralph Seymour, who had been a minority

shareholder in the Mead business

In his memoirs he recalled: ‘After

consultation, it was agreed that for the time

being the Tring mill would continue trading

under the name of Wm. N. Mead Ltd; three

years later the trading title was revised to

Meads Flour Mills Ltd., still with me in charge,

and we continued under this name for a

number of years.

‘Despite the limitations of continued

Ministry control and shortages due to the

war, I liked the Heygate approach, which

was: ‘’What can we do to modernise, rather

than the old Governor’s ‘’Make do and

mend’’ attitude.’

The Heygate family had close connections with

the land, having farmed the same land in

Northamptonshire since the 16th century. The 19th

century saw them move into the milling business.

Under the auspices of the Heygate name,

the buildings were extended and in the mid

50s the first pneumatic system was installed –

only the third of its kind in the UK.

Today, the mill is owned by Heygates Ltd,

whose transport division operates a fleet of 80

vehicles covering three milling operations (16

being based at Tring) to deliver 450,000 tons of

flour annually. The mill uses a fully automated

computerised installation, milling over 12 tons

of flour per hour.

You can find out more about the mill’s history

in an excellent, detailed article at tringhistory.

tringlocalhistorymuseum.org.uk/Heygates/

index.htm

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Polaroid pictures will add a retro

feel and are a great way to

remember special moments. You

can also add a little cheer to your

fridge by attaching pictures with

magnets.

Tips to give a rental home a

little more of your personality

For many, renting is an inevitable aspect

of modern life. Yet the prohibitive nature

of what can and can’t be done to alter the

space can often take away that sense of

individuality and homeliness.

Fear not, with these top tips for perfect, nonpermanent

ways to brighten up the place, you

can be resplendent in your own surroundings

without risking that security deposit.

Lights

Ceiling lights tend to really suck the life out of a

room, which is why lamps are so good for creating

mood and style. Investing in a large lamp for

the lounge or a few well-placed desk lamps can

really help enhance personality of a space.

LED fairy lights have also become an

affordable option and come in a huge array of

styles and colours. A bundle of batterypowered

lights placed in a glass vase, or a

non-functioning fireplace, is a nifty style hack.

Snaps

Photos are a fantastic way to personalise a

place. If putting up a lot of picture frames is

problematic for your landlord, consider instead

a simple coloured string with photos

attached by tiny pegs.

Washi wonders

Washi tape is a versatile and colourful

tool that can be used to add a touch of

creativity to any room. Use it to frame pictures

or create geometric patterns on your walls.

You can also decorate your furniture, such as

outlining the edges of a bookshelf or adding

designs to a plain table, door or even just a lightswitch

fitting. And fret not, washi tape is easy

to remove, making it a perfect option for renters.

Throws and rugs

Another peril of renting can be ending up with

less-than-ideal upholstery and carpets, but the

solution is easy. Rugs can cover up grim and

worn carpets or floors, while throws and

blankets will conceal faded sofas and chairs.

Cushions are another great way to add

personal flair and, as an extra bonus, those

additional layers of fabric will protect the

property, saving you money on cleaning at

the end of the tenancy.

Plants

If your house is lacking lustre, get some

plants in there – you can use unconventional

containers like teacups, tin cans, or even old

shoes to house your plants.

Decorate the containers with paint, fabric

or other embellishments to give them a

unique touch. Not only do plants

brighten up the place and

create colour, but they

also purify the air:

double win.

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The new frontier of home

interiors: sleeker, smarter,

greener, and all geared at

improving your quality of life

Celestial walls

If the state of the world today has you

wondering what it all means, then this trend

for celestial wallpaper may ease your

existential dread. Starry skies, suns, moons

and zodiac motifs all feature against that

ever-so-calming deep-blue backdrop

associated with the universe and all its

infinite secrets.

LATEST HOME

TRENDS

breathable fabric – with soft

lighting, curvaceous lines and

calming colours that soothe the

senses and soul.

Flex your tech

Our living spaces are becoming

smaller, but we are using them for more

things. This means that certain areas must be

used as workspaces without disrupting the

integrity of the room’s original use.

With that in mind, designers are becoming

more flexible, finding savvy ways to make our

homes adaptable without feeling as if you’re

living in the office. Coffee tables or consoles

that can fold out to become a desk, discreet

plug and USB sockets and lighting which can

be controlled from your phone in order to

create the desired mood (work, relax, play), are

just a few ways you can have both your

worlds existing comfortably side-by-side.

Living nature

An abundance of plant life, sustainable wood,

plenty of natural light and materials, which

remind us of the great outdoors (wool, stone

and granite), are all becoming effective ways

in which interior designers look to bring the

outside in. With many of us working from

home and the insulative nature of the digital

world, this is a great way to deepen your

connection with Mother Earth while still

staying connected.

Wellbeing wonders

Given the amount of time we spend in our

homes, it seems sensible that our

surroundings ought to be designed to boost

our health and happiness. Furniture that

combines style and ergonomic comfort is

essential – so neither that hard chaise longue

or enormous squishy settee, but something

in-between: a wooden-framed settee with

deep, soft cushions in a natural and

Serpent time

In the Chinese Zodiac it is the year of the

snake, but be not afraid, for wisdom,

elegance and transformation are all

represented by its seductive, slithering

form. Mirrors gilded with silver

serpents will have you channelling

Medusa and an abundance of reptilian

prints in wallpaper and art, remind us

of more glamorous times when snakeskin

handbags and cocktail hour reigned supreme.

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Across Clues:

5. Providing or obtaining food (9)

8. Plant used for flavouring (4)

9. Having the ability to attract (8)

10. To extend (7)

11. A condition (5)

13. Excessive pride (5)

15. Those who suffer from harmful event (7)

18. To increase (8)

19. Without covering, exposed (4)

20. Assigned to a lower position (9)

Down Clues:

1. A thin film of soapy water (6)

2. A facial expression showing discomfort (7)

3. Male deer (5)

4. Secret (6)

6. A luxurious apartment (9)

7. A natural, often permanent mark (9)

12. Container used for holding burning coals (7)

14. Fashioned into a specific form (6)

16. A small, flat electronic device (6)

17. Cooked by dry heat (5)

Word Ladder

Word Ladder

Make your way from COLD to HARM by changing

Make your way from COLD to HARM by changing

one letter on each step to make a new word!

one letter on each step to make new word!

COLD

HARM

Quick Crossword

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What Country are

you in if...? Quiz

1. You are snorkelling in the Great Barrier

Reef?

2. You are exploring the Amazon

Rainforest?

3. You are walking through Red Square?

4. You are touring the Alhambra in

Granada?

5. You are visiting the Statue of Liberty?

6. You are shopping in the Grand Bazaar?

7. You are exploring the ancient ruins of

Petra?

8. You are gazing at the Moai statues on

Easter Island?

9. You are climbing to the top of Table

Mountain?

10. You are taking a safari in the Serengeti

National Park?

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ANSWERS: (COLD, HOLD, HELD, HERD, HARD, HARM)

Answers on page 43


PARENTING

In today’s interconnected

world, children are increasingly

exposed to global issues. As

parents, it is essential to guide

them in understanding these

complex topics in a way that is

age-appropriate, informative

and fun!

Work out where they’re at: Before diving

into discussions about global issues, it

is crucial to assess your child’s current

understanding and awareness, so ask openended

questions to gauge their knowledge

and feelings about the topic. This approach

not only helps you tailor the conversation, but

also ensures you glean any misconceptions or

fears they may have.

Environmental awareness: When you’re

ready, why not steer the conversation away

from terrors of global warming and instead

explain the positive effects of environmental

conservation, and how small, local actions can

make a big difference.

Discuss topics that your child can actively

change, such as climate change, pollution, and

wildlife preservation. Use examples such as

recycling, conserving water and protecting

animals to illustrate your points.

Understanding inequality: Discuss the

importance of fairness, justice and equality.

Talk about issues such as poverty,

discrimination and human rights. Use stories

and examples from around the world to

highlight the struggles and triumphs of

different communities, and focus on what

unites us rather than what divides us.

CHILDREN OF THE Be age-aware: Try to tailor

WORLD

all discussions to your child’s

age and developmental stage.

For younger children, use

simple language and concrete

examples they can relate to.

For older children, you can delve

deeper into the complexities and

encourage critical thinking.

Encourage curiosity: When they inevitably

come, create a safe space for your child to ask

questions. Guide their inquisitive minds and be

patient in addressing their inquiries. If you don’t

know the answer, it’s okay to admit it. Use it as

an opportunity to explore the topic together.

Instil empathy and compassion: Encourage

your child to empathise with people affected

by global issues. Discuss how they can

help, whether through charitable actions,

raising awareness, or simply being kind

and understanding. Highlight stories of

individuals who have made a positive impact,

inspiring them to believe in their ability to

contribute to change.

Reach out with role play: A great way

for helping your child’s understanding of

these themes is to work on role-playing

and hypothetical scenarios. This interactive

approach allows them to explore different

viewpoints and consider the consequences of

various actions.

This will also ensure important

learning such as this is accessible

and fun!

Utilise educational tools:

Finally, there are numerous

child-friendly resources

available that present global

issues in an engaging and

understandable manner. From websites to

children’s books and even puppet shows and

kids’ theatre experiences, it’s all out there for

parents devoted to making the next

generation truly global citizens.


EDUCATION

How to navigate that crucial last

year of university so that it can

most benefit your future

Your final year of university is a pivotal

time in your life, and not just because

it’s arguably your last chance to sample

the carefree realities of student life.

More than this, it is a period filled with

anticipation, opportunities and crucial

decisions that will shape your future. Having

said that, it can also bring a level of terror as

life outside academia looms large on the

horizon… which is why it’s worth thinking

early-on about what you hope to achieve.

Plot your career path: By your final year,

you should have a clearer understanding of

the career you wish to pursue. Take this time

to research the job market, refine your CV and

build your professional network.

Attend job fairs, consider creating an online

professional presence, and seek internships

that align with your career goals. Engaging

with alumni and attending industry

networking events can provide valuable

insights and connections.

Conquer your course: Your academic

performance in your final year can

significantly impact your future

opportunities. Aim to excel in your

coursework and complete any remaining

degree requirements with diligence. Seek help

from professors and utilise campus resources

like tutoring centres and study groups.

STEER YOUR

FINAL YEAR

Maintaining a strong academic

record can set you up for

graduate programmes,

scholarships, and job offers.

Broaden your horizons: If you

are passionate about a particular

field of study, consider pursuing

graduate studies. Research various graduate

programmes, their prerequisites, and application

deadlines. Preparing for standardised tests,

gathering recommendation letters, and crafting

a compelling statement of purpose are essential

steps in the application process. Preparation is key!

Discover new lands: If you are keen to

travel, studying abroad is a fantastic way to

experience a new culture and explore the

global job market, and many universities have

exchange programmes or partnerships with

international institutions.

Remember to research the curriculum,

course credits and language requirements of

the options you are interested in. Bear in mind

that studying abroad can be expensive, but

there are numerous scholarships and financial

aid options available. On that point, applying

for financial aid early can help alleviate the

financial burden.

Prepare for the final destination: Finally,

transitioning from university to the

professional world can be daunting. Take

advantage of career services offered by your

university, such as resumé workshops, mock

interviews, and job placement assistance. Start

your job search early, apply

for positions that align

with your career goals, and

prepare for interviews.

Mostly, relish the

challenge – the beginning

of something great where

new experiences await

around every corner.

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Across Clues:

7. Ahead in progress (8)

9. To secure or finalise something (6)

10. Part of a corn plant (3)

11. Larvae of a beetle (8)

12. Slanted text style (6)

13. A tough band of tissue connecting muscle to

bone (6)

15. Chemical element in air (8)

16. One who strives for flawlessness (13)

20. Italian-style omelette (8)

22. A comfortable sitting room (6)

25. A vehicle on runners (6)

26. An aggressive entrance (8)

27. Abbreviation for stock launch (3)

28. To remove skull (6)

29. Midday (8)

Down Clues:

1. Cling to something (6)

2. A narrative song (6)

3. To seek or gather through effort (8)

4. Written text (6)

5. Large, tube-shaped pasta (8)

6. An unintended event (8)

8. A public display of a skill (13)

14. Abbreviation for a famous holiday (3)

16. Lines that are equidistant (8)

17. A device used to keep teeth in place (8)

18. The state of being forgotten (8)

19. Star (3)

21. Small, sap-sucking insects (6)

23. Disruptions or surprising outcomes (6)

24. Dark or dismal (6)

Answers on page 43


A

CULTURAL

DIVIDE

Its historic centre, while compact,

exudes an enigmatic, almost

cinematic atmosphere, and its

main border crossing features a

poignant museum. There is also

a nearby monastery, which is

well worth a visit.

Discover Gorizia and Nova

Gorica, the first joint European

Capital of Culture that straddles

two magnificent countries

Observe this delightful city from one of

the hilltop vantage points and be

struck by its strange beauty: medieval

on one side, modern on the other. For this is a

city of not two halves, but two countries:

Gorizia in Italy and Nova Gorica in Slovenia.

Once the frontline of the Cold War, the city is

no longer divided and exploring it is now both

a pleasure and a breeze, though the region

remains a melting pot. Before 1918, it was part

of the Austrian Empire, ruled from Vienna.

After Austria’s defeat in the First World War,

it was handed to Italy and governed from

Rome. Then, following Italy’s defeat in the

Second World War, the area was seized by

Yugoslav partisans and later occupied by

Western Allies.

All this of course, makes it the ideal choice for

the first joint European Capital of Culture,

symbolising how far our continent has come

in its peacetime efforts.

If you’re weary of bustling cities packed with

tourists, Gorizia provides a peaceful and

evocative retreat—an ideal destination to

explore history, culture, and the art of quiet

reflection. Gorizia feels untouched by modernity,

with no flashy chain stores, minimal traffic,

and few contemporary buildings.

In stark contrast, Nova Gorica

displays brutalist high-rise architecture

favoured by Communist regimes worldwide.

Perhaps lacking in beauty of the traditional

sort, it is steeped in historic splendour.

Though once the site of some of the First World

War’s bloodiest battles, the countryside on both

sides of the border is a patchwork quilt of

farms, fields and endless vineyards that are

home to one of Italy’s finest wines, Collio. This

adds another aspect to one’s adventure as you

sip on a glass of chilled white and sample the

local fare, which is Germanic in style. In this

sense, a visit here becomes three-in one: the old,

the new and the timeless.

Getting there: Fly to Venice from London

Heathrow with British Airways, from Gatwick

with EasyJet, or from Edinburgh, Luton, or

Stansted with Ryanair. EasyJet and Ryanair also

operate flights from Bristol and Manchester.

Trains from Venice to Gorizia take 2–3 hours

and cost around €15 each way.

Where to stay: Once the Palazzo Strassoldo,

now the Grand Hotel Entourage. This elegant

rococo building offers old-fashioned charm

with a warm, homely atmosphere. Rooms are

reasonably priced and steeped in history.

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replaced by a number shown in the grid,

with the first few entered for you.

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Pet pals not only

provide fun for

children, they also help

them develop vital skills

and a wider understanding

of the world

There are few childhood moments more

exciting than the anticipation of a new

pet. Whether a playful puppy, reluctant

rescue feline or a chubby-cheeked hamster,

pets bring hours of amusement and joy, but

they also help little ones foster vital

attachment and emotional skills.

Furry feelings

Pets act as confidants for children, offering a

non-judgemental ear and a comforting

presence in times of stress or anxiety.

This emotional support can help our young

ones develop a sense of security and stability,

which is crucial for their mental health. The

unconditional love that pets provide can boost

a child’s self-esteem and self-worth, making

them feel valued and cared for.

What’s more, the simple act of petting an

animal has been shown to release oxytocin, a

hormone associated with bonding and stress

relief – yes really, stroking animals gives you a

happy high! This physiological response can help

children manage their emotions more effectively

and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Paw patrol

Pet ownership is also a fantastic way to teach

a child responsibility. Understanding the

consistent care and routine required once an

ANIMAL

INSTINCTS

animal enters the family, such as

feeding, grooming and exercising,

instils a sense of duty and

accountability.

Kids also learn the value of

gaining an animal’s trust,

helping to develop empathy,

which can be transferred to

other relationships.

Four-legged friends

Interacting with pets can

significantly improve the social skills

of children, and especially those with autism

and ADHD. Pets often serve as social bridges,

encouraging children to engage in

conversations and social interactions they

might otherwise avoid.

For instance, a child walking their dog in the

park might attract the attention of their

friends, leading to opportunities for social

engagement and friendship.

Pets can also be a topic of interest that

children feel confident discussing, helping

them lower possible social inhibitions,

practise conversational skills and develop a

sense of connection with others.

Love and loss

When we love an animal so dearly, the

concept of them leaving us can be devastating.

Having said that, accepting the realities of a

pet dying can be helpful in preparing children

for the inevitable losses that we all must

expect as we go through life.

For all the deep love and happiness pets bring

us, their loss is deeply painful, but the wonderful

memories they leave will last a lifetime.

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RECIPE

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ANGELA NILSEN’S

SUMMER

PUDDING

Ingredients

• 1.5kg British summer fruits

(e.g. raspberries, strawberries, blueberries,

blackcurrants, redcurrants)

• 175g golden caster sugar

• 5tbsp crème de cassis

• Five slices of thick white bread, 3-5 days old

• Double cream, to serve

Author of The

Cake Decorator’s

Bible, Angela

Nilsen offers

this stunning

take on a classic

British pud

1. Hull the strawberries and cut them in

halves or quarters. Strip the blackcurrants

and redcurrants – keep both the

currants separate from the other fruits.

2. Tip the sugar into a wide, not too deep,

saucepan. Measure in 3 tbsp water and

the cassis. Put the pan on a low heat

and cook, stirring often, until you can no

longer hear the crunch of sugar grains

on the bottom of the pan. Next turn up

the heat to medium-high and let the

mixture bubble away for about 8

minutes. Let it go syrupy but don’t let it

change colour or caramelise.

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into the hot syrup, then bring everything

back up to a lively simmer and let it

bubble again for no more than a minute,

just to lightly burst and soften the

currants without losing their shape. Take

the pan off the heat.

4. Gently stir in the strawberries and

raspberries – a large metal spoon is best

so they don’t break up – and let the

fruity mixture sit for about half an hour

so the juices all mix in.

5. Trim crusts off bread. Cut a little square

(about 4cm) from one slice and put it in

the bottom of a 1.2 litre pudding basin.

Using a big, slotted spoon, put a layer of

fruit (about 3 spoonfuls) over the

bread. Next lay a slice of bread in

the centre over the fruit trimming

to fit and fill any gaps with trimmings

of bread so the fruit is covered.

Continue layering with more fruit,

more bread, then a final layer of fruit.

Spoon over a few spoonfuls of juice.

Cover the fruit with a final layer of

bread, press down to compact

everything, cover with cling film, and

put a weighty cover over the top. Leave

in the fridge overnight.

6. To turn out, go round the edge of the

pudding with a round-bladed knife to

release it, then invert it on to a plate.

Enjoy!

CODEWORD, CROSSWORD,

PUZZLE Codeword AND QUIZ ANSWERS

solution

#052

CODEWORD

Each letter of the alphabet has been replaced

by a number shown in the grid, with the first

few entered for you.

C H I N W A G G I N G

H A A L

A B O S S S C A N O

N O K E O B

D O V E R B O A R D O

C O T P S E A T

U T E O

F O B I F G E M

F A C C O R D I O N I

I L A R A S

N E E L S F E S T E

G A E D

O V E R P O W E R E D

WHAT COUNTRY

ARE YOU IN?

1. Australia - 2. Brazil -

3. Russia - 4. Spain -

5. USA - 6. Turkey -

7. Jordan - 8. Chile -

9. South Africa -

10. Tanzania

WORD LADDER

Cold, Hold, Held, Herd,

Hard, Harm

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

General Knowledge Crossword Solution

CROSSWORD

#052

A B S S R A

A D V A N C E D C L I N C H

H L R E A R G C

M E A L W O R M I T A L I C

R A U O P T D

T E N D O N N I T R O G E N

Y G S N N

P E R F E C T I O N I S T

A E R B U

F R I T T A T A L O U N G E

A A P T I P L

S L E I G H I N V A S I O N

L N I P O I E O

B E H E A D N O O N T I M E

L R S N S Y

Answers:

Across: 7. Advanced, 9. Clinch, 10. Ear,

11. Mealworm, 12. Italic, 13. Tendon, 15. Nitrogen,

16. Perfectionist, QUICK 20. CROSSWORD

Frittata, 22. Lounge, 25. Sleigh,

26. Invasion, 27. IPO, 28. Behead, 29. Noontime.

Down: Adhere, 2. Ballad, 3. Scrounge, 4. Script,

5. Rigatoni, 6. Accident, 8. Demonstration, 14. NYE,

Across: 16. Parallel, 17. 5. Retainer, Nutrition, 18. Oblivion, 19. Sun,

21. Aphids, 23. Upsets, 24. Gloomy.

8. Herb, 9. Magnetic,

10. Stretch, 11. State,

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10 WAYS

TO LIVE AN EXTRA

10 YEARS

We all strive for longevity in life – we want to maximise

each day and each experience

With that in mind, here are the 10 things scientists recently outlined which,

if done properly, can each add a year into life expectancy…

A balanced diet

A diet rich in various nutrients is essential

for longevity. Incorporate a variety of

fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole

grains to ensure a balanced intake of

vitamins and minerals.

For example, the Mediterranean diet is

lauded for its focus on healthy fats, fish and

an abundance of plant-based foods, which

have all been linked to lower rates of heart

disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.

Regular exercise

Engaging in regular physical activity

can be transformative. It bolsters

cardiovascular health, regulates blood

sugar levels and will even enhance mood

due to the release of endorphins.

Whether it’s brisk walking, swimming

or cycling, consistent exercise can help

maintain muscle mass and flexibility as

we age, all of which are vital for mobility

and independence.

Adequate sleep

Quality sleep is non-negotiable for

good health. It allows the brain to clear

out toxins and supports the repair of

cells. Poor sleep, on the other hand, has

been implicated in a host of diseases,

making those 7-9 hours a night a critical

investment in your future wellbeing.

Good stress management

The impact of chronic stress cannot

be overstated; it accelerates wear and

tear on the body. Techniques such as

mindfulness and meditation can reduce

the production of stress hormones such

as cortisol.

Regular practice of these techniques

can lower blood pressure, improve

heart health and offer a serene mind,

contributing to a lengthened lifespan.

Healthy social connections

Humans are inherently social beings and

isolation can be harmful to our health.

Cultivating friendships and community

ties can provide emotional support,

reduce stress, and foster a sense of

belonging and purpose.

Prioritise relationships and social

activities that bring joy and comfort, as

these can be as vital as any medicine.

Lifelong learning

An active mind is a healthy mind.

Challenging your brain with new

information and skills can stave off

mental decline. Pursuits such as

reading, learning a new language or

playing a musical instrument stimulate

neural connections and can protect

against dementia and memory loss.


HEALTH

Preventive healthcare

Proactive engagement with healthcare

providers for regular screenings and

check- ups can catch problems before

they escalate.

Vaccinations, cancer screenings and

monitoring vital signs including blood

pressure and cholesterol levels are

cornerstones of preventive care. Don’t

overlook dental health, as it can often be

a window to overall health.

No smoking and limited alcohol

Smoking cessation is perhaps the single

most powerful change for those who do

smoke. It significantly reduces the risk

of numerous cancers and cardiovascular

diseases.

If alcohol is part of your lifestyle,

moderation is key. Overconsumption of

alcohol can lead to liver damage,

increased cancer risk and other

health issues.

Healthy body weight

Excess weight,

particularly around

the midsection, is

associated with an

increased risk of

heart disease, type 2

diabetes and certain

cancers. Achieving and

maintaining a healthy weight through

a balanced diet and regular exercise

can significantly reduce these risks and

contribute to longevity.

A positive outlook

Psychological wellbeing impacts physical

health. Optimists, who generally expect

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BOOKS

An eclectic collection of reads from local authors,

including everything from mystery and fantasy to

dystopian and surreal fiction

Flume - Bigfoot

Surrealist author Bigfoot has done it again, with this compelling story, set on a

33-minute ride down London’s largest water flume ride.

A ride built by a famous seafarer called Mr Poppy, who died on his first slide

down it.

12-year-old Shanks is no fan of rides like these – nor can he swim – but his uncle

has paid for it as a birthday treat.

He reluctantly pushes off behind his two friends, but in the 33 minutes the ride

lasts, can he make sure they don’t suffer the same fate as the ride’s inventor?

A tale with twists and turns and mystery, Bigfoot has written this for kids and big kids. A thrilling

ride of a read!

Bigfoot is a local author who creates surreal stories for middle school age up to adult. Flume was a

finalist in the Wishing Shelf Book Awards.

Edward IX, The Black Lion - Sandy Berlin

What would happen if the way we live now was taken from us, and we returned

to a world before the industrial revolution?

How would we survive if cities fell apart as all technology was wiped out and we

returned to life in the countryside, surviving off the land, with no electricity and

no modern medicine?

That’s what happens when a man who believes he is the rightful Plantagenet

king takes over not only Britain, but the world.

This thought-provoking tale carries us along with Colonel Alex Rheinhart,

one of Britain’s most decorated female soldiers, who finds herself thrown into this alien world,

and her quest to find the ‘king’ takes her across the globe to discover a horrific world of mind control

and clones.

You won’t want to put it down, and the good news is that the sequel, Edward X: The Gold Lion, is

already out now!

Sandy Berlin is a retired bank manager, who has lived in Northchurch for over 30 years, with his wife

Janet. He says: ‘Writing has become one of my favourite pastimes so far.’ A third book is already in

the works.

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The Missing Madonna - MH Field

MH Field brings us back to the Chiltern village of Diston St. Peter with another

mystery for the Reverend Robin to solve.

This time an unexpected visitor sends Robin on a quest to find the missing

Madonna statue.

Another cosy, easy read, perfect for indulging in while travelling to your holiday

destination or for a relaxing read sitting in the garden.

MH Field has lived in a village in the Chilterns for over 40 years. After a life

working in the financial sector and commuting into London every day, they have

now retired and enjoy travel and photography. This is their second book about the Reverend Robin

and his wife Penny. The first book, A Difficult Truth, was published in 2024.

years since the Sommer lings –

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PRINCE OF THE SOMMERLINGS E. L. Grant

PRINCE OF THE

SOMMERLINGS

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Kingdom of Elbion

E. L. Grant

Prince of the Sommerlings - E.L. Grant

The Sommerlings – or faeries – vanished from Elbion thousands of years

ago, when a great evil drove them from their homes and into a magical,

hidden kingdom.

They were forbidden to return to Elbion on pain of death, in fear that the evil, a

terrible creature called Morgalene, would re-awake. But they did return, and she

did awake – putting the magical faerie land in danger.

Now, they must hope that the Prince of the Sommerlings, the spirit of nature,

will rise once more to save both kingdoms.

The author paints a wonderful picture of the worlds in his book, and the story is well-paced – with

the action speeding up as we approach the finale. Even if you’re not a huge fan of fantasy fiction, this

makes for an easy read, and it’s a fabulous read for fantasy aficionados.

The author and his partner Denise have recently moved house, to live on the edge of Ashridge

Forest. He works for John Lewis, is an avid Arsenal fan, and enjoys cross country running, pubs and

Caribbean cooking.

His dream is to be writing full time from a luxury cabin in the bottom of the garden and to see his

work make it onto the big screen.

Man Trouble: Belonging / Behaviour / Biology -

David Algar

In this interesting read, David looks at what it means to be a man in today’s

society. He combines personal experience in an engaging, very honest and often

humorous way. For men of a certain age, his essays on losing glasses, the prostate

and keeping chickens will definitely be relatable! Younger readers may get a taste

of what’s to come!

Written as a series of essays, the book is easy to dip in and out of, as and when

you wish, to read about everything from drinking culture and the boys’ trip to

nicknames and banter, as well as David’s very honest account of his own cancer battle.

An engaging read for anyone, whether you’re a man who can relate, a teenage boy finding your

place in the world, or someone who wants to find out more about the way their male partner or

friend, son, or brother interacts in society.

David Algar is a Bucks-based author with a degree in psychology and politics, a long career in

industry, a wife, two kids, five chickens, their bikes and a kayak!

Local authors! Let us know about your book releases. Email editorial@livingmags.info

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MONDAY 2 JUN

Talks: Cameo Lunch Club

Tring Garden Centre,

every Monday 11.30am-

1.30pm. No need to book.

A club for social contact

for individuals who

would like conversation,

laughter, friendship

and maybe some food.

www.facebook.com/

groups/773041230629254

Talks: Full Council

Meeting

The Council Chamber,

Berkhamsted Civic

Centre, 7.30pm. www.

berkhamsted-tc.gov.uk

TUESDAY 3 JUN

Comedy: Rich Hall -

Chin Music

Dembe Theatre, 7.30pm.

‘Chin Music’ has two

meanings. One is idle talk.

The other is a brushback

throw in baseball or

cricket to intimidate the

batter. Both describe Rich

Hall’s comedy. www.getstuffed.biz

Dance: Scottish Country

Dancing

Potten End Village Hall,

8-10pm. Weekly. A fun,

social activity, no need

for a partner. Regular

classes run for beginners.

berkhamstedreelclub.org

Talks: Alcoholics

Anonymous

Corpus Christi Church

Hall, Langdon Street, Tring,

8-9.15pm. Every Tuesday.

Help@aamail.org

WEDNESDAY 4 JUN

Dance: Care to Dance

Berkhamsted Civic Centre,

1.30-2.30pm. Weekly

dementia-friendly

dance classes. Suitable for

all those living with

dementia and their

caregivers, dance seated or

standing. dacorumdance@

gmail.com

Talks: Hec-Talk Group

The XC Centre, Jarman

Way, Hemel Hempstead,

7.30-8.30pm. Every first

and third Wednesday of

the month. Open to all men

to come together and talk.

Register via link. tinyurl.

com/5n8c6p3v

Talks: Alcoholics

Anonymous

The Swan Building, 137 High

Street, Berkhamsted, 8pm-

9.30pm. Every Wednesday.

Help@aamail.org

FRIDAY 6 JUN

Music: Tony Christie - The

Great Farewell

The Dembe Theatre, 7.30pm.

Tony is performing a select

handful of shows along

with his band in 2025 in

commemoration of his

triumphant 60+ year career.

dembetheatre.org

SATURDAY 7 JUN

Talks: The Great Big

Green Week

To 15 Jun. Berkhamsted and

Tring and are joining together

to bring you a programme of

events and activities for our

whole community so as

many people as possible can

join in. www.

sustainabletring.org.uk

Fundraisers: Open Door

Repair Café

Open Door Berkhamsted,

9.30am-12.30pm. Bring along

your broken items and let

the experts take a look, in

exchange for a donation. No

need to book. Refreshments

available while you wait

from donations café.

opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk

Markets & Sales: Pop Up

Bazaar

Berkhamsted Town

Hall, 10am-4pm. Dogs

welcome. Fab indoor

market home to

independent market stall

small businesses plus onsite

cafe. Email if you would like

a stall. popupbazaarberko@

outlook.com

Markets & Sales: Tring

Arts & Crafts Market

Victoria Room, Victoria

Hall, Akeman Street,

10am-3pm. A place for

locals to showcase their

talents. Handmade crafts,

accessories, homeware,

art, jewellery, candles,

sweet treats and more.

tringartsandcraftsmarket@

gmail.com www.

facebook.com/profile.

php?id=61558152523480

Music: Karen Street

BJazz at the Civic Centre,

Berkhamsted, 8pm. Jazz

inspired by French swing,

Latin and Tango alongside

original compositions

and jazz standards, led by

the UK’s leading virtuoso

accordionist. www.bjazz.org

SUNDAY 8 JUN

Talks: Eco Hub

Quaker Meeting House,

Berkhamsted High Street,

2.30-5pm. Great Big

Green Week event. www.

theecohub.org.uk

Fundraisers | Music: Live

at the Movies

Aylesbury Waterside

Theatre, 4pm. An afternoon

of iconic movie soundtracks

performed by Aylesbury

Vale Concert Orchestra

in support of Florence

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Nightingale Hospice

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Talks: Alcoholics

Anonymous

High Street Baptist

Church Hall, Tring,

7-8.15pm. Every Sunday.

Help@aamail.org

TUESDAY 10 JUN

Talks: Tring U3A

Monthly Meeting

Victoria Hall, Akeman St,

10am. This month’s talk is

about the Berkhamstedbased

charity Hector’s

House. www.tringu3a.

org.uk

WEDNESDAY 11 JUN

Talks: The Three Great

Game Changers of 19th

Century Opera

Arts Society Tring Park,

Berkhamsted Civic

Centre, 10.30am. In the

19th century, three men

revolutionised the art

form of opera - Verdi,

Wagner and Puccini.

Speaker: Jamie Hayes.

artssociety-tringpark.

co.uk

FRIDAY 13 JUN

Fundraisers: Walk of

Light

Waddesdon Manor,

6.30pm. Walk 5km or

10km alongside friends

and family, honour

loved ones, and show

your support for the

incredible nurses at the

Florence Nightingale

Hospice Charity in this

meaningful experience.

www.fnhospice.org.uk

SATURDAY 14 JUN

Markets & Sales: Tring

Farmers Market

High Street, Tring, 9am-

12.30pm. 2nd and 4th

Saturday of the month.

Fine produce from around

the district.

www.tringfarmersmarket.

co.uk

Fundraisers: Tring Lions

Club Charity Car Boot

Sale

Market Square, Brook

Street Tring. Set up from

9am, open to the public

from 10am. 07833 158090

info@tringlions.org.uk

www.tringlions.org.uk

SUNDAY 15 JUN

Markets & Sales:

Berkhamsted Farmers

Market

High St, Berkhamsted,

10am-2pm. An opportunity

for local customers to buy

high quality produce direct

from the producer. www.

facebook.com/berkofm

Fundraisers: Bubble Rush

Gadebridge Park, Hemel

Hempstead, 10am. A 5k

fun run through colourful

bubbles to benefit The

Hospice of St Francis. The

course is family friendly

and suitable for pushchairs

and wheelchairs. www.

stfrancis.org.uk

Kids: Great Big Nature

Hunt

Rectory Lane Cemetery,

Berkhamsted, 10am-1pm.

A free family-friendly

Great Big Nature Hunt -

children can safely explore

three green acres, discover

wildlife, learn fascinating

facts about pondlife, insects,

butterflies, bees, trees;

collect their own treasures

and do nature-related

craft activities. tinyurl.

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Fairs / Festivals:

Marsworth Steam Rally

Startop Farm, HP23 4LL.

11am-5pm. Over 20 full-sized

steam engines, vintage and

classic vehicles, vintage

fairground, horse-drawn

rides, live band, family

entertainment, beer

and tea tents, food and

snacks, stalls, crafts and

more. All proceeds to local

fundraising and charities.

www.marsworthsteamrally.

co.uk

Music: Tring Chamber

Music - In Tchaikovsky’s

Hands

Hastoe Village Hall, 7.30pm.

Haydn Piano Trio in E flat

No 45; Caroline Shaw ‘In

Manus Tuas’ for solo cello

(2009); Prokofiev Grand

Waltz and Winter Fairy

from Cinderella; Tchaikovsky

Piano Trio in a minor Op 50.

Paul Barritt violin, Joely

Koos cello, Daniel King

Smith piano. www.

tringchambermusic.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 18 JUN

Business: Tring

BusinessMart Breakfast

8am. Join the friendly

BusinessMart networking

group for a morning of

enjoyable but productive

networking and the

chance to meet new

Bubble Rush - 15 June

Great Big Nature Hunt -

15 June

business associates. info@

tringtogether.org.uk

www.tringtogether.org.uk

Talks: London Bridged-

3500 Years of Crossing the

Thames

Potten End Village Hall,

10.30 am. membersgadev@

gmail.com theartssocietygadev.org.uk

SATURDAY 21 JUN

Walks: DENS Woodland

Trail

Berkhamsted Castle, 8.30am-

3pm. Walk or run your choice

of 5- or 10-mile routes.

Immerse yourself in beautiful

woodland and nature on a

summer’s day. Help local

people facing homelessness,

poverty and social exclusion.

www.dens.org.uk

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SATURDAY 21 JUN

Fairs / Festivals: Summer

Fest

Waddesdon Manor,

Aylesbury. A two-day

festival of performance,

art, music, food and drink.

waddesdon.org.uk

Fundraisers: Repair Café

High Street Baptist Church

Hall, Tring. Third Saturday

of each month, 10.30am-

1pm. A place where people

can gather and fix those

objects from everyday

life that would otherwise

end up in landfill. www.

sustainabletring.org.uk

Fundraisers: MSAR

Charity Darts

Tournament

Berkhamsted Football

Club, registration from

6.30pm. In support of

MSAR (Midshires Search

and Rescue), a voluntary

group who assist the

police to locate missing

persons in Bedfordshire

and Hertfordshire. www.

midshires.org.uk

WEDNESDAY 25 JUN

Exhibitions: Earth Photo

Waddesdon Manor,

10am-4pm. This powerful

exhibition showcases

shortlisted works that

explore themes such as

nature, people, places,

forests, land and seascapes.

waddesdon.org.uk

Sport: Tring Midsummer

Fun Run

Tring Park Cricket Club,

access from Station Road.

Arrive from 4.30pm, races

start 5.30pm. Runners

of all ages, abilities and

backgrounds welcome.

www.tringrunningclub.

org.uk

THURSDAY 26 JUN

Business: Berko

Interchange

Waite & Rose Café

Berkhamsted, 8-9am.

Informal and free business

networking over coffee.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/

berko-interchangetickets-547768158307

SATURDAY 28 JUN

Music: Chiltern Chamber

Choir Summer Concert

St. Peter’s Church,

Berkhamsted 7.30pm.

Summer choral concert.

www.chilternchamberchoir.

com

Music: Jivin Miss Daisy

BJazz at the Civic Centre,

Berkhamsted, 8pm. Sextet

delivering a rousing evening

of classic music from

Gershwin, Cole Porter and

Ellington through to Nat

King Cole and Ray Charles.

www.bjazz.org

SUNDAY 29 JUN

Comedy: The Tringe

Roving Comedy Night

Four venues full of comedyloving

audiences, four

groups of comedians made

up of professionals and a

group of locals who have

trained for the scariest and

most exhilarating night

of their lives. Now is your

chance to take part. www.

get-stuffed.biz

FRIDAY 4 JUL

Music: Chilfest

Cow Lane, Tring. Totally

Tribute Friday featuring

Noasis, Flash (Queen trubute),

The Marley Experience,

Bootleg Bee Gees, Blur2 and

Duran Duran tribute. Sat 5:

Adam Ant, Kim Wilde, Peter

Hook, Haircut 100, Bad

Manners, The Real Thing,

The Hoosiers and DJ

Brandon Block. chilfest.co.uk

SATURDAY 5 JUL

Music: Tring Choral

Society Summer Concert

St Peter & St Paul’s church,

Tring, 7.30pm. A sung

arrangement of Vaughan

Williams’ classic ‘The Lark

Ascending’; Paul Barritt is

playing the solo violin with

the chorus as orchestra. Also

John Rutter’s ‘Magnificat’

for soprano soloist, chorus,

chamber orchestra, organ,

harp and percussion. www.

tringchoral.org.uk

MONDAY 7 JUL

Talks: Full Council Meeting

The Council Chamber,

Berkhamsted Civic Centre,

7.30pm. www.berkhamstedtc.gov.uk

WEDNESDAY 9 JUL

Talks: The Bird in Art

Arts Society Tring Park,

Berkhamsted Civic

Centre, 10.30am. See birds

depicted in Aboriginal rock

decorations millennia ago,

right up to the present day.

Speaker: Frank Woodgate.

artssociety-tringpark.co.uk

THURSDAY 10 JUL

Talks: Tring U3A Monthly

Meeting

Victoria Hall, Akeman St,

10am. A Journey in India - An

illustrated talk by Alison

Mees. www.tringu3a.org.uk

FRIDAY 11 JUL

Fundraisers: Ashlyns

Comedy & Curry Night

Ashlyns, Berkhamsted. Save

the date for this fundraising

event hosted by the Ashlyns

School Association, to

celebrate the end of term

and the start of the summer.

www.ashlynsfestival.co.uk

SATURDAY 12 JUL

Fairs / Festivals: BeaconLit

Book Festival 2025

Ivinghoe Town Hall

and Community Hub, 9am.

The BeaconLit Book Festival

has been raising funds for

Beacon Villages Community

Library since 2013. This

year’s treats include

bestselling authors,

fabulous new writing

talent, crime writers who

set their novels in exotic

places, poets and a fun

writing workshop.

www.beaconlit.co.uk

Markets & Sales: Tring

Farmers Market

Church Square, High Street,

Tring, 9am-12.30pm. 2nd

and 4th Saturday of each

month. Fine produce from

around the district. www.

tringfarmersmarket.co.uk

Fairs / Festivals: Tring

Summer Carnival Day

Pound Meadow, Tring.

www.tringtogether.org.uk

Fundraisers: Canines

& Cakes

Chilterns Dog Rescue

Society, Bromley Heights,

St Leonards Road, Tring,

HP23 6LD. 12-4pm. Also

Sun 13. Afternoon tea and

cakes, Pimms & beer, stalls

and music. All welcome.

chilternsdogrescue.org.uk

SUNDAY 13 JUL

Music: Tring Chamber

Music - Beethoven Raz 3

Hastoe Village Hall, 7.30pm.

Mozart String Quartet No

19 in C major ‘Dissonance’

K.465; Gershwin Lullaby;

Beethoven String Quartet

Op 59 No. 3 ‘Razumovsky’.

Paul Barritt violin,

Catherine Yates violin,

Robin Ireland viola,

Nick Roberts cello. www.

tringchambermusic.co.uk


Music: Emerging UK Jazz

Artists

BJazz at the Civic Centre,

Berkhamsted, 8pm.

Showcasing Emerging

Talent: two 1-hour sets, each

featuring rising stars of the

UK Jazz scene. Expect to

see award-winning players

at the start of their careers

and a closing jam session of

them all. www.bjazz.org

THURSDAY 17 JUL

Business: Hospice of St.

Francis Corporate Partner

Network Meeting

Garden Marquee, Hospice

of St. Francis, 5.30-7.30pm.

Refreshments provided.

New businesses welcomed.

claire.larkin@stfrancis.org.

uk www.stfrancis.org.uk

SUNDAY 20 JUL

Markets & Sales:

Berkhamsted Farmers

Market

High Street, Berkhamsted,

10am-2pm. An opportunity

for local customers to buy

high quality produce direct

from the producer. www.

facebook.com/berkofm

Comedy: Marcus Brigstocke:

Vitruvian Mango

Dembe Theatre, Tring, 8pm.

The multi-award winning

comedian asks ‘What are

men for?’ www.get-stuffed.biz

TUESDAY 22 JUL

Business: Tring

BusinessMart Breakfast

8am. Join the friendly

BusinessMart networking

group for a morning of

enjoyable but productive

networking and the

chance to meet new

business associates. info@

tringtogether.org.uk

www.tringtogether.org.uk

WEDNESDAY 23 JUL

Music: Albert Lee

The Dembe Theatre,

7.30pm. One of the most

respected and renowned

guitarists in music history,

Albert Lee has worked with

The Everly Brothers, Eric

Clapton, Emmylou Harris

and The Crickets over his

long and illustrious career.

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SATURDAY 26 JUL

Music: ELO Encounter

Face the Music

Dembe Theatre, Tring,

7.30pm. Roll over Beethoven,

because the greatest tribute

to Jeff Lynne’s Electric

Light Orchestra is here!

dembetheatre.org

THURSDAY 31 JUL

Business: Berko

Interchange

Waite & Rose Café

Berkhamsted, 8-9am.

Informal and free business

networking over coffee.

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SATURDAY 2 AUG

Fairs / Festivals: Long

Marston Village Show

Long Marston Village

Hall and Recreation

Ground, 2pm. Traditional

horticultural show in the

hall and village show in

the recreation ground with

family fun, games, crafts,

plant stalls, rock choir, bee

keeping, raffle, dog show,

BBQ, beer & Pimms tent and

much more. 07940 127450

lmvillageshow@gmail.com

SATURDAY 9 AUG

Markets & Sales: Tring

Farmers Market

High Street, Tring,

9am-12.30pm. 2nd and

4th Saturday of each

month. Fine produce from

around the district. www.

tringfarmersmarket.co.uk

THURSDAY 14 AUG

Talks: Tring U3A Monthly

Meeting

Victoria Hall, Akeman St,

10am. This month’s talk is

Walking Land’s End to John

O’Groats by Nick Heath.

www.tringu3a.org.uk

SUNDAY 17 AUG

Markets & Sales:

Berkhamsted Farmers

Market

High Street, Berkhamsted,

10am-2pm. An opportunity

for local customers to buy

high quality produce direct

from the producer. www.

facebook.com/berkofm

THURSDAY 28 AUG

Business: Berko

Interchange

Waite & Rose Café

Berkhamsted, 8-9am.

Informal and free business

networking over coffee.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/

berko-interchangetickets-547768158307

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