Gerrards Cross Together September & October 2025

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Garden Tips p19

Ask the Mayor p4

Fun Run Together p8

Jumble Sale at GXCA p22

Secondary School Open Days p10

Golden Diwali Bollywood Event p24

Tesco’s Community Champion Update p6

NEWS AND VIEWS

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Kids Get Creative! p2 Dementia

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esident, no matter their age, to feel their

oice matters.

he is also a strong supporter of community

vents such as the Fun Run Together (5km)

amily run in Gerrards Cross taking place

ay 17th 2026, recognising their power

o unite people and raise funds for local

harities.

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Useful Numbers

Mental Help Helpline 24/7

t: 0800 783 0119 / 01865 904 997

National Domestic Abuse Helpline 24/7

t: 0808 2000 247

Chilterns Dial-a-ride for those with

mobility problems t: 01494 766 123

Alcoholics Anonymous

Call confidentially on: t: 0800 917 7650

Be Amazing and Volunteer

GX Fun Run Volunteers Needed

See page 8 for requirements

t: 07786 735711

e: gxfunrun@gerrardscrosstogether.co.uk

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Magazine Designer

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Content is accurate to the best of our knowledge, however Gerrards

Cross Together is part of Community Together Communications Ltd

cannot be held liable for loss or damage, caused by errors or omissions.

Inclusion of advertisers does not indicate our endorsement of their

products or services.

The opinions and findings expressed in articles submitted to this

publication are solely those of the authors and should not be assumed

to be those of Gerrards Cross Together or its affiliates.

Gerrards Cross West Common in Autumn

Hello and welcome

We all face moments in life that stop us in our

tracks. This July, I would have celebrated my

30th wedding anniversary - except I didn’t.

Coincidentally, it was also the date Princess

Diana would have celebrated hers - except she

didn’t. Remembering her kindness and tireless

humanitarian work made me reflect on the legacy

we leave.

Life can lift us up or hit us hard, yet even a

harsh “slap” can be a wake-up call to live more

meaningfully. In our summer issue, I included The

Great Invocation, a World Peace Prayer written

after World War II. Peace begins at home - with

the energy we project. Is it love and kindness… or

something else?

We have one life. Make the most of it. Be kind to

your neighbours. Spread goodness like a ripple, by

helping in your community - perhaps volunteering

for the Fun Run. Don’t limit your care to yourself or

your immediate family.

I’ve learned through Pranic Healing that we all have

the capacity to change, to heal, and to lift others.

The smallest act of kindness can be the start of

something extraordinary.

With love,

Therese

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Prerna Bhardwaj:

A visionary light for

Gerrards Cross

Gerrards Cross & Chalfonts Together

were delighted to catch up with

Councillor Prerna Bhardwaj, now

in her second consecutive term as

Mayor, to hear more about her vision

for the year ahead.

Having lived in the town for over seven

years, Prerna sees the role as both an honour

and a platform to connect with residents,

schools, and businesses. With a background

in law, finance, and international publishing,

she brings a passion for positive storytelling

and practical action.

Her priorities for the year include

diversifying the high street, promoting

alternatives to harmful pesticides, planting

more trees, and enhancing safety through

improved lighting and new CCTV cameras.

Prerna is equally committed to involving

young people in local democracy. Listening

to children’s ideas has already led to real

change - from trampolines in the park to

accessible play equipment. She wants every

resident, no matter their age, to feel their

voice matters.

She is also a strong supporter of community

events such as the Fun Run Together (5km)

family run in Gerrards Cross taking place on

May 17th 2026, recognising their power

to unite people and raise funds for local

charities.

Her message to the community is

heartfelt: “We are fortunate to live in such a

wonderful place. Let’s keep working together

to make Gerrards Cross even better. My door

is always open.”

To contact Prerna, write to the Clerk at

Gerrards Cross Town Council, where she

will respond personally.

Email: Clerk@gerrardscross.gov.uk

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COMMUNITY NEWS

A year of

community

connections

words by Annabel Pelling Tesco’s

Community Champion

It’s hard to believe it’s been just over

a year since my store manager Eddie

White gave me the opportunity to

become Community Champion. In

that time, I’ve been lucky enough to

meet so many incredible people who

go the extra mile for others.

I’ve met parents working tirelessly to create

better facilities for their children’s schools,

food banks providing meals for the homeless

and support for families struggling with

the rising cost of living, and Brownies and

Scouts raising funds for exciting activities.

Every one of them has shown just how

powerful community spirit can be.

Over the past year, he’s completed a

parachute jump for Scan-Appeal, given

countless inspiring talks, and even received

awards for his outstanding work.

Our Stronger Starts blue token scheme has

been a real hit - especially with the children,

who love voting for their favourite project.

Right now, we’re supporting:

• 1st Iver Heath Scout Group

• The Gerrards Cross Church of England

School

• Lynch Hill Primary School Academy

I’ve also had the privilege of meeting other

Community Champions who inspire me

every day. My closest is BJ from Tesco

Amersham - one of the most selfless people

I’ve ever met. Whenever I pop into his store,

I find him championing the food bank or

shining a light on local charities and projects.

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We’d love to see even more local projects

get involved. Recently we’ve had to look a

little further afield, so if you know a group

that could benefit, please nominate them at

tescostrongerstarts.org.uk.

Here’s to another year of working together,

supporting one another, and making a real

difference in our community.


more buses to Uxbridge

We are pleased to be operating new service 101, operating between Amersham and

Uxbridge and reinstating the direct link between these towns. Combined together with

service 104, buses will now up to every 30 minutes between The Chalfonts and Uxbridge.

Between Gerrards Cross and Uxbridge, there will now be up to 4 buses per hour Monday

to Saturday, and 3 buses per hour on Sunday and most Public Holidays.

Services 106 and 107 now operate between Slough and Chalfont Common only.

Amersham

104

High

Wycombe

102

High

Wycombe

101

Chalfont

St Giles

Gerrards

Cross

106 107

Chalfont Common

Chalfont St Peter

101 104

Uxbridge

102

106 107

Heathrow

Slough

carouselbuses.co.uk

Copyright: David Moore

Fun Run Together

Gerrards Cross update

Mark your calendars - Sunday 17th May 2026 - for

the return of our much-loved Fun Run Together -

Gerrards Cross. This 5km community event unites

runners, walkers, families, and even four-legged

friends for a day of fitness, fun, and fundraising.

Watch this space for early-bird registration details - sign up early to

enjoy exclusive savings!

We’re thrilled to announce our Gold Sponsors: BP Collins LLP,

Community Together Communications, David Moore Photography,

EdenCare at Home, Frost Partnership, Gayhurst School,

Gerrards Cross Golf Club, GX Physio, Kidd Rapinet LLP,

Nunn Hayward and Your Doctor.

Our Silver Sponsors are Chhokar Solicitors and KJ Solicitors - and we

welcome more community-minded businesses to get involved. In 2026,

we’ll be working with a Neil Thubron, owner of XNRG professional

sporting event company, to handle race planning, safety, and logistics.

Your support will help us raise vital funds for our chosen charities:

Scannappeal, Cameron’s Companions, GX Community Association.

Scan for the Fun Run

Together web page.

Our theme for 2026 is “Looking After Our Environment”. To celebrate,

we’re launching a competition to design our new eco-friendly mascot -

open to anyone under 18 still at school. The winning design will be

brought to life as our official mascot. Closing date for designs is 27th

September 2025.

We

Need

Business Sponsors

with Community at your Core

Platinum / Gold / Silver

Options Available

Get in touch below

Team Leaders

with experience organising

fundraising events

Key Roles Available

Get in touch below

Contact: gxfunrun@gerrardscrosstogether.co.uk

Let’s make 2026 our most memorable Fun Run yet - TOGETHER

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We are a local and independent

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EDUCATION NEWS

Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Together

School Open Day Listing 2025

Please contact the school direct before making plans to visit.

In most cases registration is essential.

Chesham Grammar School

Thursday 18th September 9.30am - 10.45am

(Year 7)

Thursday 25th September 9.30am - 10.45am

(Year 7)

Wednesday 22nd October 6pm - 8pm

(Sixth Form)

Registration essential

t: 01494 782 854

e: office@cheshamgrammar.org

w: www.cheshamgrammar.org

Davenies School

Friday 26th September 9am - 10am

(Reception)

Saturday 11th October 9am - 1pm

(Reception - Year 7)


t: 01494 685 400

e: registrar@davenies.co.uk.

w: www.davenies.co.uk

Dr Challoner’s Grammar School

Thursday 18th September 5pm - 8pm

Tuesday 11th November 5pm - 8pm

(Years 5 , 6 & 11)


t: 01494 787 500

e: Admissions@challoners.org

w: www.challoners.com

Dr Challoner’s High School

Thursday 18th September 6pm - 8pm

Tuesday 23rd September 9 - 9.30am

& 10.15 - 10.45am

Tuesday 16th October 9 - 9.30am

& 10.15 - 10.45am

(Year 7)

Thursday 6th November 6pm - 8pm

Tuesday 25th November (Check the school’s

website nearer the date for full details )

(Sixth Form)

Registration opens 2 weeks prior

t: 01494 763 296

e: office@challonershigh.com

w: www.challonershigh.com

Gayhurst School

Friday 10th October 2025 9am

(Year 3)

Wednesday 18th March 2026 9.30am

Saturday 16th May 2026 9am

(Nursery to Year 6)


t: 01753 980 159

e: mupton@gayhurstschool.co.uk

w:www.gayhurstschool.co.uk

Jordans School

Friday 10th October, 9.30am

Wednesday 5th November, 9.30am

(Entry into Reception September 2026)

Registration not required

t: 01494 874 217

e: office@jordans.bucks.sch.uk

w: www.jordans.bucks.sch.uk

Maltman’s Green School

Friday 19th September 9.30 - 11.30am

Friday 3rd October 9.30 - 11.30am

(Pre -School to Year 6)

Registration is essential

t: 01753 883 022

e: registrar@maltmansgreen.com

w: www.maltmansgreen.com

The Beaconsfield School

Open Morning 16th - 19th September,

9.30am - 10.15am

Wednesday 24th September 5.30pm - 8pm (Year 6)


t: 01494 673 450

e: office@beaconsfield.school

w: www.beaconsfield.school

Thorpe House School

Saturday 11th October 10am - 1pm

Tuesday 14th October 9am -11am

(Whole School)

Wednesday 15th October 6.30pm - 8pm

(Sixth Form)


t: 01753 882 474

e: office@thorpehouse.co.uk

w: www.thorpehouse.co.uk

Please contact the school directly before making plans to visit. In most cases registration is essential. Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts

Together does not accept responsibility for the accuracy of this listing which must be confirmed directly with the school.

EDUCATIONAL NEWS

What to ask on a school

tour: A parent’s guide to

choosing the right fit

As the summer sun gives way to autumn

routines, it’s officially ‘open event’ season - a

key time for families weighing up their school

options.

Across the county, independent and state

schools alike are preparing to open their doors,

offering prospective parents and pupils a chance

to experience life in school before making those

all-important applications.

But with polished presentations and pristine

classrooms, how do you get beneath the surface

to understand whether a school is truly the right

fit for your child?

Start by observing the atmosphere. Do pupils

seem happy, confident and engaged? How do

staff interact with them? A quick glance at corridor

conversations and classroom dynamics can be

more telling than any league table.

Ask about what matters to your family - whether that’s

pastoral care, academic stretch, sport, wraparound

provision or SEND support. Don’t be afraid to ask

how the school supports working parents - some offer

early years provision all year round and run in-house

holiday clubs, which can ease the childcare puzzle.

It’s also worth enquiring about pupil destinations:

where do children go on to thrive after leaving?

The answer can offer a window into the school’s

values and aspirations.

Finally, trust your instincts. A school might look

impressive on paper, but it’s how it feels - and how

your child responds to it - that matters most.

School tours aren’t just about buildings. They’re

about belonging. Take your time, ask the right

questions, and keep your child at the centre of

every conversation.

Lisa Gill - Head of Marketing and Communications

Making your choice

the right one.

Choosing the right school is about more than just academics

— it’s about finding a place where your child will thrive. At

Maltman’s Green, we’re proud to offer exceptional teaching, a

nurturing environment and outstanding opportunities both

inside and outside the classroom.

Join us this term for one of our Autumn Open

Days and discover why so many families

believe Maltman’s is the perfect fit.

BOOK NOW!

Book a 1:1 visit or

join us for our Autumn open days

19 September and 3 October

Email: registrar@maltmansgreen.com or call 01753 883022

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COMMUNITY NEWS

If you think a

care home is

inevitable...think

again

words by Dr Jim Morrisroe

With an increasingly ageing

population, you’d be forgiven for

thinking that spending your twilight

years in a residential care home is

inevitable.

Stick a pin in a map of

South Bucks/Chilterns

and the chances are

you’ll find one of the

50 plus residential care

homes in the area. It’s

the one thing that we’re

not short of.

But what happens if you’ve reached that

stage in life where you need care, but the only

home you want to live in is your own? What

happens of you enjoy your independence and

home comforts, but need a little help around

the house, or with the shopping? And what

happens if you have a child or young adult with

a disability and need a break now and again?

Well, the good news is that you now have a

choice.

A More Caring Approach...

Eden Care at Home opened an office in

Gerrards Cross two years ago, where they offer

quality care at home for you, or your loved

one, whether a child, young adult or an elderly

person. Eden care’s management team have

more than 50 years in the care sector and was

established by Dr Jim Morrisroe. Jim knows

from personal experience that the decisions a

family must take concerning the care of a family

member are never easy.

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for the whole family, from an initial consultation,

to the creation of a joint care assessment and

the development of a care plan.”

Unique Care Plan

Eden Care is committed to making a

difference, helping their clients achieve

optimum levels of independence, health

and well-being. As an independent and

local provider of care they understand the

importance of choice. And together with the

clients and the clients’ families they create a

unique, tailored care-package focusing on

each client’s individual needs and aspirations.

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PERSONALISED CARE IN

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Ashridge Home Care is an award-winning, independent and

family-run business. As well as companionship our carers

provide all the care you need to remain safe and happy in your

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What we can help with:

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EYE NEWS

Look stylish

this Autumn

Glasses are no longer just a vision aid -

they’re a powerful statement of fashion

and who you are.

Experimenting with different shapes and

colours allows you to express your personality

and switch up your look with ease. Round

frames offer a vintage vibe, while square or

rectangular shapes add a modern, structured

touch. Cat-eye frames bring a fun, retro flair,

perfect for bold fashion lovers.

Colour plays a very important role. Classic

black or tortoiseshell frames will always be

versatile and timeless, while bright hues like

red, blue, or pastel tones can add a pop of

personality and fun. Transparent or two-tone

frames offer a contemporary twist for those

wanting something subtle yet stylish. The new

transparents have a hint of soft colour such as

grey or sand and are much softer than the stark

clear frames of a couple of years ago.

Having a variety of glasses in different shapes

and colours gives you flexibility to match your

mood, outfit, or occasion. The right pair of

glasses can complete your look and make you

feel confident.

If you’d like style and colour advice, ask your

optician.

Helen Gilbert FBDO, Dispensing Optician

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COMMUNITY NEWS


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Together in the Community

THE SUNSHINE COMMUNITY BOARD

Advertise your community

group, club or charity

contact us now.

See p4 for copy deadlines.

email: clubs@gerrardscrosstogether.co.uk

Girlguiding in Gerrards Cross

is thriving with two Brownie

groups, a Guide unit, and

a Ranger unit. We need

enthusiastic adult volunteers

to help empower our girls.

t: 07759 913526 or

e: sarahfitzpatrick.guiding@outlook.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Worried about your drinking?

Call local AA helpline, open 24/7

t: 01628 530 055

www.aachilternthames.org.uk

National helpline 0800 917 7650

www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

Hector’s House Charity

Mental Health & Crisis Support

t: 07397 155 562 w: hectorhouse.org.uk

Little Chalfont Area Dementia Support

(LCADS)

Charity no 1205241 - Living with Dementia?

Are you a carer to a friend or a loved one who is living

with Dementia?

We offer support, companionship, entertainment, coffee &

cakes at two weekly cafés, one in Little Chalfont and one in

Amersham on Thurs & Wed am respectively.

Call Paul: 07747 842 341 or

e: lcdementiahelp@gmail.com

Breeze

Breeze is part of British Cycling’s programme of free

events designed to inspire ladies of all ages and

abilities to get back on their bikes.

To join a ride in your local area, check out the

website: https://www.letsride.co.uk/.

The Chiltern Stroke Club

A friendly self support group for

Stroke survivors and their carers

Tuesdays 2 - 4pm

Holy Trinity Church, Amersham Road

Hazlemere, Buckinghamshire HP15 7PZ

t: 01494 728 537

e: grassadele@gmail.com

Beaconsfield Running Sisters

A friendly club for women of all ages and

abilities who enjoy running together. They

run all year round, even in bad weather.

They meet on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. and

Thursdays at 7 p.m..

The meetings are held at Waitrose, Beaconsfield

New Town, near the Council Green.

w: www.runningsisters.com/beaconsfield.

Disclaimer: Please verify all details with the respective groups, clubs, or charities before relying on the information provided. Co

Together in the Community

Clubs and groups that light up our community

Talking Café

Date: Every Friday, 9-11 am.

Location: The Dove Café,

Mayflower Way, Beaconsfield.

A friendly chat and a complimentary

cuppa awaits those who would

welcome some company.

Partnership: The event is in partnership with Better

Connected Beaconsfield and The Dove Café.

w: www.betterconnectedbeaconsfield.org.uk

Repair Café @ GXCA

Dates: The last Saturday of the month, from 10:00 am

- 12:30 pm.

Location: Garden Room, Memorial Centre,

8 East Common, Gerrards Cross, SL9 7AD.

This is a community-driven initiative to repair

household items, learn new skills, and reduce waste.

Skilled volunteers will help you fix broken items and

small appliances.

Small donations are welcome to support the volunteers

and materials.

w: www.gxca.org.uk/repair-cafe-gxca.

Crafty Cuppa

Location: St Michael & All Angels Church, 70

Sycamore Road, Amersham, HP6 5DR.

Date & Time: The 2nd and 4th Friday of each

month, from 10:30am to 11:30am.

A drop-in session for everyone who fancies a

bit of company. You can bring a craft to work on

while you chat.

t: 01494 726 680

w: https://www.stmichaelsamersham

Youthspace Drop-in

Dates: Every Monday and Wednesday during

term time, from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.

Location: Youthspace, 153a Wycombe End,

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LX.

This is a free, confidential, and safe space for

young people to chat, get support, or just hang

out with friends. No registration is required.

w: www.youthspace.org.uk

Nordic Walking in Gerrards Cross

The group is run by British Nordic Walking instructors.

You can learn the basic technique with an introductory

workshop. Once you have learned the technique, you

can join regular group walks that are suited to your

fitness level. It is a low-impact, full-body workout that

is sociable and helps improve posture, fitness, and

well-being.

w: www.nordicwalking.co.uk.

Bucks Mind: Supporting Your

Mental Wellbeing Journey

Find compassionate mental health support in

Buckinghamshire. From counselling and crisis help

to empowering peer groups and wellbeing activities,

we’re here to help you recover and thrive. You

don’t have to face it alone. Explore our services

at bucksmind.org.uk/services/

t: 01494 463 364

e: info@bucksmind.org.uk

Singing for the

Brain Group

Sing Your Way to

Wellbeing! Join our

welcoming Singing

for the Brain group. All welcome. Fortnightly

on Fridays, 10 am - 12 pm. The Fitzwilliams

Centre, Windsor End, Beaconsfield HP9 2JW.

e: sftbbbomk@alzheimers.org.uk

t: 01296 718 956

mmunity Together Communications Ltd accepts no responsibility for any inaccuracies or omissions in the published content.

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GARDENING

Autumn Glow: 5 essential September &

October gardening tips

As the days shorten and a crispness

fills the air, it’s time to prepare your

garden for the cooler months ahead while

celebrating the final harvest. To get your

garden ready for autumn and beyond,

here are five essential tips:

Celebrate the Harvest: Now is the time to

gather in the last of your summer bounty.

Harvest pumpkins, squash, and maincrop

potatoes before the first frost hits, ensuring

your hard work doesn’t go to waste.

Plant for Spring Colour: Start thinking ahead!

September and October are the perfect

months to plant spring-flowering bulbs like

daffodils, crocuses, and hyacinths. This will

reward you with a vibrant display next year.

Tackle Your Tidying: Keep on top of fallen

leaves by raking them from your lawn and

borders. You can use this organic matter to

create leaf mould, a fantastic soil improver for

next season.

Tidy and Prune: Cut back old foliage from

summer perennials and deadhead late-blooming

flowers to keep your garden looking neat.

However, leave some seed heads for the birds

to enjoy.

Look After Your Soil: Don’t leave your soil

bare! Cover it with a generous layer of mulch

or sow a green manure to protect it from winter

weather, enrich it with nutrients and suppress

weeds.

Lawn Care: Give your lawn one last mow with

the blades set high to leave the grass slightly

longer for winter. You can also aerate and

scarify your lawn now to improve drainage and

get it ready for spring.


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COMMUNITY NEWS

Wednesday Club

Cafés for people living

with Dementia

“The Club Cafés have been a godsend to

my wife,” shares one local resident. A carer

comments, “My loved one hasn’t smiled so

much in ages.”

The Wednesday Club Cafés in Gerrards Cross and

Chalfont St Peter are warm, welcoming spaces for

people living with dementia and their carers. Held

twice a month in Chalfont St Peter - on the first

Wednesday of the month at St Joseph’s Church

Committee Room (10am–12 noon) and the third

Wednesday at St Peter’s Hall, Church Lane (10am–12

noon) - these gatherings offer connection, understanding,

and a chance to simply enjoy life.

Our mission is to help those affected by dementia

to live well. We believe in creating an atmosphere of

dignity, joy, and purpose. Whether it’s conversation

over tea, a shared laugh, or gentle activities, every

visit helps lift spirits and ease the burden of isolation.

We also help the carers in a number of ways notably

by listening, by signposting and ensuring that they

have the opportunity to discuss with other carers their

shared concerns.

The cafés are completely free to attend and

supported by a team of caring, dementia-trained

volunteers.

If you or someone you love would benefit from

joining us, please contact Dementia Specialist

Sally Blackden on 07932 643 949.

Because every smile matters - and everyone deserves

to feel seen and supported.

Chalfont St Giles

wins the Pushman

Cup

The Parish Council is delighted to

announce that Chalfont St Giles has won

the Pushman Cup in the Buckinghamshire

Best Kept Village Competition.

The competition. is judged on several criteria

which include: floral displays, children’s play areas,

community facilities, environmental features and

evidence of community engagement. Many

village groups and residents helped to tidy the

village and ensure that the features being judged

were shown in their best light.

The village scored an amazing total of 196

points out of a possible 200. Items noted in

the judge’s remarks were the excellent High

Street war memorial, the village pump and

the specially created ‘Best Kept Village’ letter

box topper created by the Knit and Natter group.

This is a wonderful achievement and welcomed as

the village pulled out of the competition in 2024

due to pollution in the River Misbourne. Showing

what a difference a year makes, the environmental

features noted as being very well looked after

were Riverside Walk and the village pond.

The Pushman Cup will be presented to the

village on Saturday 20 September. We would

welcome everyone who contributed to this

competition to come along and help to celebrate

the win. Please check social media and the

Parish Council website for further information

www.chalfontstgiles-pc.gov.uk.



LOCAL LEARNING

Bucks Adult

Learning

Have you considered getting

creative? Making silver jewellery

is an excellent way to allow your

creative side to flourish while you

learn new skills and meet new

friends, all whilst having beautiful

jewellery to show for it at the end

of your course.

Buckinghamshire Adult Learning runs a

range of courses for beginners, refreshers

and improvers at our dedicated centres in

Chesham, High Wycombe, Amersham and

Aylesbury. In our fully equipped workshops, you

will have access to all the tools and inspiration

required to progress and achieve. You will be

taught by a professional jeweller who also

has appropriate teaching qualifications and

experience, working with you to discuss and

evaluate your designs and goals.

There’s a host of new and exciting workshops

available to book on our website now, ranging

from beginner’s taster sessions and workshops to

create earrings, pendants and rings, to learning

specific techniques like Silver Clay Jewellery, a

modern material that behaves like clay yet fires

to solid silver. And not forgetting our Christmas

Gifts Silver Jewellery workshop on Saturday 13

December, perfectly timed for those presents

that require that extra personal touch.

We look forward to seeing what you will create.

For more information or to find the perfect course

for you, visit www.adultlearningbc.ac.uk to

explore all offerings and enrol online, or call

01296 382403.

Join an

Adult Learning

course today!

Hundreds of one-day workshops and short courses held

at local centres across Bucks, including:

• Languages

• Creative Arts

• Health & Fitness

• Home & Garden

• Career Development

• Computer Confidence

• Pottery & Textiles

• Sign Language & Lip-Reading

Inspiring learning, changing lives

Call or enrol online today:

01296 382403 | adultlearningbc.ac.uk

studentenquiries@buckinghamshire.gov.uk


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We specialise in gentle, effective treatments to support

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• Full facial transformation with Swiss

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• Polynucleotides and profhilo

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• Medical grade skin care and chemical

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• Vitamin facials

• Non surgical face lifting

• Fat dissolving

• Hair restoration

Medical treatments:

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• Anti grinding treatments

• Anti headache treatments

• Jaw clenching devices

• Anti snoring devices

• Dental treatments available on request

• Skin boosters and antioxidant therapy for a natural,

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What’s on this Autumn:

September & October

Hughenden Manor Heritage Open Days

• Dates: Friday September 12th and Friday September 19th

• Location: Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe

• Details: You can get free entry to explore the manor and its gardens.

• Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hughenden

September on the Green

• Date: Saturday September 13th - 12noon to 3pm

• Location: The Town Hall Green

• Details: The event will be officially opened by Mayor Cllr Anita Cranmer and Town Crier Richard ‘Dick’ Smith at 12noon.

It’s a family fun-filled day with music, food stalls, classic cars, a stilt walker, bubbles, face painting, and a cake competition.

• Fundraiser: The event’s proceeds will be donated to the Mayor’s Charities.

Gerrards Cross Farmers’ Market

• Dates: Saturday September 20th and Saturday October 18th

• Location: The Green, Gerrards Cross

• Details: A market featuring local produce, baked goods, and crafts.

• Website: www.coopersmarkets.com


Little Chalfont Farmers’ Market

• Dates: Saturday September 27th and Saturday October 25th

• Location: The Little Chalfont Village Hall

• Details: This market is held on the fourth Saturday of every month.

• Website: www.chilterns.org.uk

Grand Autumn Fair

• Date: Thursday October 9th - 10am to 3.30pm

• Location: Hall Barn, Beaconsfield

• Details: The fair will feature over 40 tables selling clothing, jewellery, and artisan produce

• Admission: £8

• Website: action.org.uk/events/fairs

Quiz Night

• Date: Friday, October 10th - Time: 7pm

• Location: The Memorial Centre, 8 East Common, Gerrards Cross, SL9 7AD

• Details: The “much-loved and ever-popular” Quiz Night is a community event with

brain-teasing questions and laughs. Tickets are £15 per person and include finger

food, with a maximum of 6 people per team. You can bring your own drinks.

• Booking: Recommended, as tickets can be booked through their website

• Website: gxca.org.uk/events-details

Golden Diwali

• Date: Friday October 24th

• Location: Gerrards Cross

• Details: A Diwali event with Bollywood flair, food, and dazzling performances

• Website: www.gxca.org.uk/golden-diwali

Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure event details are accurate, Community Together Communications Ltd and its publications

cannot accept responsibility for any changes, cancellations, or inaccuracies. Please check with event organisers before attending.

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BERMUDA TRIANGLE

rea. When you’ve completed your tour, the 15 letters

in order) will spell out the name of a breed of dog.

Travel through the ‘Bermuda Triangle’, collecting a letter

from each area. You can only visit any area once, and

you must enter and exit through the holes in the walls

between them. The starting letter may appear in any

area. When you’ve completed your tour, the 15 letters

(in order) will spell out the name of a breed of dog.

king words into the mixing bowl, then rearrange the letters in the

word linked to baking?

RHYME TIME

Starting with the letter J in the top left-hand

corner and only moving horizontally or

vertically, can you find the nursery rhyme

characters hidden in this box? Each name

starts with a letter next to the end of the

previous word and they form a continuous

line leading to the letter T in the bottom

right-hand corner.

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Can you fit all of these cake-making words

into the mixing bowl, then rearrange the

letters in the yellow squares to form

another word linked to baking?

4-letters

BOWL

EGGS

MILK

OVEN

5-letters

FLOUR

SPOON

6-letters

BUTTER

7-letters

RAISINS

8-letters

CURRANTS

SULTANAS

9-letters

Answers

The word is: __________________________ SUGAR BAKING TIN on p30


Answer:

The nursery rhyme characters are:

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Cianna’s Smile Sickle

Cell Support Charity

Cianna’s Smile supports children, young

people, and their families impacted by

Sickle Cell - a genetic and life-threatening

blood condition.

Cake Making

Through education, creativity, and advocacy

Can you fit all of these cake-making words into the mixing bowl, then rearrange the letters in the

Cianna’s Smile raises awareness and

Create & Connect Club: A creative youth

yellow squares to form another word linked to baking?

empowers communities. Their work includes programme running from September to

hosting community events, delivering

March, offering activities inspired by art, music,

4-letters 7-letters

educational talks, screening their short film on and nature for young people impacted by

BOWL RAISINS

Sickle Cell and blood donation and providing Sickle Cell.

resources to schools/workplaces EGGS to promote

greater understanding MILK and inclusion. 8-letters 18–25s Wellness Walks & Drop-In Art Club

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CURRANTS (Reading): Open to anyone with a health

Upcoming events/programmes: SULTANAS condition, this monthly event features gentle

Entrepreneur Youth 5-letters Club: A fortnightly, online walks, tea, and creative sessions designed to

club for 8–16-year-olds FLOURimpacted 9-letters by Sickle promote wellbeing.

Cell. It runs during term- time on Monday

SPOON BAKING TIN

evenings and focuses on developing business Get involved:

SUGAR

skills featuring inspiring guest speakers.

Volunteer: https://forms.gle/

Community events: 6-letters Cianna’s Smile runs vibrant xfmu1Psf4fWmvc25A

community programmes—from BUTTER youth cooking The Donate: word is: https://gofund.me/a55a40eb

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classes and a summer club exploring creative Give blood: http://bit.ly/

businesses to teacher-training webinars on Ciannassmilegiveblood

supporting students with sickle cell.

16–18s Online Meet-Up: A monthly quiz and

games night where young people impacted

by Sickle Cell can enjoy games, laughter and

build friendships in a supportive space.

PUZZLE SOLUTIONS

RHYME TIME

Answer:

The nursery rhyme characters are:

Jack and Jill, Margery Daw, Old

King Cole, Simple Simon, Three

Blind Mice, Georgie Porgie, Old

MacDonald, Bo Peep, Jack Horner,

Miss Muffet.

BERMUDA TRIANGLE

Answer:

GOLDEN RETRIEVER

CAKE MAKING

Answer:

COOKING

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Together Trades Directory

Gerrards Cross & Chalfonts Together

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

CAR SERVICES

A J Dunlop Car Servicing Ltd

We have provided friendly advice, quality servicing,

repairs and MOTs since 1985. Online booking,

collection and delivery available.

t: 01494 670 510

w: www.ajdunlop.co.uk

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -

INTERIOR

Alcon Electrical Installations

Family run business providing domestic

and commercial electrical services.

t: 07725 172 878 / 07730 575 633

w: alconelectrical.co.uk

Back to Life Cleaning

Family run business providing carpet and upholstery

cleaning. £10 off with production of advert

Call for a free quotation.

Freephone: 0800 2118 387 or 07726 491 580

N. Gillie Decorating Services

Experienced, friendly professional internal

and external decorators who have been

working in the area since 1993.

t: 01494 681 794 / 07771 521 263

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -

EXTERIOR

All Seasons Swimming Pool Company

Swimming Pool Service, Maintenance &

Refurbishment Professionals

m: 07703 529 139 e: aspoolcare@gmail.com

w: aspoolcare.co.uk

Castle Glass Doors & Windows

Family run business providing home improvement

installers including windows, doors, conservatories

and roofline including guttering, soffits,

fascias, and cladding.

t: 01494 873 399

e: sales@castleglasscompany.co.uk

w: www.castleglasscompany.co.uk

Infinity Fencing & Landscapes

Family run business specialising in fencing

& landscaping. Also provide driveways,

patios and concrete and shed bases

Call for a free quotation.

Phone: 01494 413 315 or 07711 413 315

Email: Infinity@yourfence.co.uk

Oxford Aerials

Local TV aerial and satellite installation and

repair services, internet/Wifi blackspots fixed.

t: 01628 439 115

e: shaun@oxfordaerials.co.uk

Rees & Brookman Ltd

Established in 1949 heating engineer specialising

in boiler installations, repairs, servicing, bath-rooms,

pumps, renewable energy products, showers etc.

t: 01494 712 387

rees.brookman@btinternet.com

Ruan Windows

Specialist window cleaner, internal &

external, gutter, fascia & soffit,

conservatories & solar panel cleaning.

t: 07710 974 427

e: info@ruanwindows.com

w: www.ruanwindows.com

Vanguard Roofing

A complete roofing company offering roof

repairs & replacement, gutter cleaning &

repairs, fascia & soffit board replacement.

Fully insured. Drone offer

t: 07539 101 753

e: info@vanguardroofinguk.co.uk


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