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Men’s Health

June 2016

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Hello again Welcome to the Men’s Health special edition of Bee Local Magazine. I hope you find some of the articles useful.

As well as some articles particularly for men I am excited to have our new fashion feature from Jo at Kings Road in Leighton Buzzard (and Woburn Sands). Also if you don’t already know about Peacock Mews be sure to read all about this little hidden gem on page 22.

Congratulations to Danielle who one the Make Believe, Bucks Fizz tickets and see page 6 to read about the winner of our “Nominate Someone at Work” competition. Why not enter our Father’s Day competition or visit Custom Glaze’s website to enter their Win a BBQ competition, that would make a great gift for a Dad!

It has been nice to hear from those of you who kindly ring me when they get their magazine through the door. Hello to Valerie and Dorothy in particular and thank you for keeping in touch. I have also had some nice chats with people finding out more about particular events or advertiser. I am always happy to help if I can so do give me a call.

Finally may I pass on my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Robert Creamer, he was a fantastic guy and I am very sad we have lost such a fun, kind and generous-spirited young man. Andrena

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On the 23rd of April, KidsOut organised for 27 children from refuge and their mums to attend an Eastleigh football match versus the Tranmere Rovers as VIP guests. Treated to lunch at the club house, face painting, their own football kit and special meet sessions with the Eastleigh players, the children came primarily from refuges in the Southampton and Hampshire area. Each

was tasked with escorting a player onto the pitch, and then returned to special seats to watch the game. “The children have all stated that they really enjoyed meeting the players and being able to walk out with them wearing their very own kit,” said Jane, a local refuge worker. “They loved the stadium and food, and described the day in one word: AMAZING!!!!!” The day was part of KidsOut’s Fun Days service, which works to give children living in refuge, who have escaped domestic violence, or those with other disadvantages the opportunity to have fun and remember what it’s like to be children.

“My experience with KidsOut is one of great gratitude and positivity,” said Patricia, a refuge worker. “It has been lovely to watch so many of

the families having fun family time together as l know for many that has been their first time and this was only made possible by Fun Days. The mothers told me they could not believe how fantastic the day was and it was amazing to see their children look so happy; they would never have been able to afford a day like this for their children and are so appreciative.” Based in Leighton Buzzard, KidsOut charity brings fun and happiness to over 50,000 disadvantaged and vulnerable children across the UK each year, and this is largely due to the fantastic support received in the local area. If you are interested in joining the KidsOut Leighton Buzzard Community Committee to help plan events and raise the charity’s profile locally, please contact the Fundraising Team on 01525 243215.

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In May Leighton Buzzard Riverside WI enjoyed a fascinating make-up demonstration by Jenny and Ruth from Eden Beauty,

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WI member, Laura Wheeler, was chosen for a ‘make over’. Well done Laura!

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Visitors are always very welcome at our Thursday evening meetings. Info from Vivien Tel: 01525 790194.

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News From Kidsout

On the 23rd of April, KidsOut organised for 27 children from refuge and their mums to attend an Eastleigh football match versus the Tranmere Rovers as VIP guests. Treated to lunch at the club house, face painting, their own football kit and special meet sessions with the Eastleigh players, the children came primarily from refuges in the Southampton and Hampshire area. Each

was tasked with escorting a player onto the pitch, and then returned to special seats to watch the game. “The children have all stated that they really enjoyed meeting the players and being able to walk out with them wearing their very own kit,” said Jane, a local refuge worker. “They loved the stadium and food, and described the day in one word: AMAZING!!!!!” The day was part of KidsOut’s Fun Days service, which works to give children living in refuge, who have escaped domestic violence, or those with other disadvantages the opportunity to have fun and remember what it’s like to be children.

“My experience with KidsOut is one of great gratitude and positivity,” said Patricia, a refuge worker. “It has been lovely to watch so many of

the families having fun family time together as l know for many that has been their first time and this was only made possible by Fun Days. The mothers told me they could not believe how fantastic the day was and it was amazing to see their children look so happy; they would never have been able to afford a day like this for their children and are so appreciative.” Based in Leighton Buzzard, KidsOut charity brings fun and happiness to over 50,000 disadvantaged and vulnerable children across the UK each year, and this is largely due to the fantastic support received in the local area. If you are interested in joining the KidsOut Leighton Buzzard Community Committee to help plan events and raise the charity’s profile locally, please contact the Fundraising Team on 01525 243215.

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Leighton Buzzard Riverside WI

In May Leighton Buzzard Riverside WI enjoyed a fascinating make-up demonstration by Jenny and Ruth from Eden Beauty,

Leighton Buzzard Garden Centre.

WI member, Laura Wheeler, was chosen for a ‘make over’. Well done Laura!

Jenny spoke about skin care benefits, colours and tricks of the trade. We heard about revolutionary eyelash products and brow treatments. Members returned

home to experiment with, and perhaps replace some of, their make up!

Visitors are always very welcome at our Thursday evening meetings. Info from Vivien Tel: 01525 790194.

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Bee Local popped into Local family firm Stewkley Stone to deliver a box of delicious cup cakes to the boss and Director Steven Reeves.

Steven was the winner of our

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“I would just love him to know that not only me but all his staff think very highly of him, he is a

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Lisa told Bee Local she was so surprised to hear that they had won but delighted for Steven and of course she and the team shared the prize at their tea break!

Have a look at Stewkley Stone if you get a chance, they have some beautiful fireplace surrounds in their Stewkley showroom and specialise in granite and marble. Tel 01525 240711 www.stewkleystone.com

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On one amazing day this July, Milton Keynes will be the set-ting for a very unique event.

In a celebration of Milton Keynes’ people and places, what could be the longest line of super-sized dominoes ever seen will weave across the city taking in in shopping areas, leisure facilities, residential areas, restaurants, bars and boulevards.

Dominoes is a one-off event for Milton Keynes, bought to the city by IF: Milton Keynes Inter-national Festival (15 - 24 July) and created by international company, Station House Opera. It will take place on Saturday 16 July.

Thousands of special blocks will be used to create a moving domino line that runs across 2 kilometres of the city, unfolding over the course of the day.Along the route there will be sculptural features, highlight ‘performances’ or gravity-defy-ing ‘tricks’. This extraordinary event definitely has a unique wow-factor!

An international phenomenon, Dominoes has featured in cities across the world including Hel-

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How to be part of Dominoes…The Festival is inviting groups, companies and individuals to take part in this unique event and help build the domino line. Participants receive a Domi-noes T-shirt and backpack, a packed

lunch, drinks and other useful items for the day. There will also be a party at the end of the event day to say thank you and celebrate what has been achieved.www.ifmiltonkeynes.org

A landmark pub in the centre of Heath and Reach has been restored to its former glory, thanks to the vision of a local resident and hospitality entre-preneur. The former Dukes Head, an 18th century, Grade II listed pub opposite The Green, has gone through extensive refurbish-ment and opened a few weeks ago as The Dukes gastro pub offering freshly-cooked food, real ale and bed and breakfast accommodation. The move is the brainchild of Sarah Smith, who has a 14-year background in hospitality, including a spell as restaurant manager at the Michelin-starred Stonor Arms Hotel near Henley on Thames. The new venture has seen Sarah go into

partnership with her sister Jo Carter, who owns a successful recruitment company specialis-ing in staff for the advertising, marketing and digital industry. Sarah, a mum of two who lives in Leighton Buzzard, said: “I’ve known the pub for many years, and had both my daughters’ christening parties there, so it was sad to see it fall on hard times.“I drive past it every day and it has always been my dream to bring the place back to life so

when the opportunity presented itself I leapt at it, although

there was a great deal of work to do to retain its original

features as well as bring the facilities up to date.”

Several thousand pounds have been spent on the pub’s facelift, which includes restoring the open fire, re-equipping the bar and restaurant areas, and refurbishing the six bed and breakfast rooms.

“We set up a Facebook page to ask people what they wanted

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as making the pub dog-friendly to accommodate local walkers, people came forward with their

photos and memories of the place in its heyday.”

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(left to right): Sisters and business partners Sarah Smith, and Jo Carter


On one amazing day this July, Milton Keynes will be the set-ting for a very unique event.

In a celebration of Milton Keynes’ people and places, what could be the longest line of super-sized dominoes ever seen will weave across the city taking in in shopping areas, leisure facilities, residential areas, restaurants, bars and boulevards.

Dominoes is a one-off event for Milton Keynes, bought to the city by IF: Milton Keynes Inter-national Festival (15 - 24 July) and created by international company, Station House Opera. It will take place on Saturday 16 July.

Thousands of special blocks will be used to create a moving domino line that runs across 2 kilometres of the city, unfolding over the course of the day.Along the route there will be sculptural features, highlight ‘performances’ or gravity-defy-ing ‘tricks’. This extraordinary event definitely has a unique wow-factor!

An international phenomenon, Dominoes has featured in cities across the world including Hel-

sinki, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Rotterdam and Melbourne.

How to be part of Dominoes…The Festival is inviting groups, companies and individuals to take part in this unique event and help build the domino line. Participants receive a Domi-noes T-shirt and backpack, a packed

lunch, drinks and other useful items for the day. There will also be a party at the end of the event day to say thank you and celebrate what has been achieved.www.ifmiltonkeynes.org

A landmark pub in the centre of Heath and Reach has been restored to its former glory, thanks to the vision of a local resident and hospitality entre-preneur. The former Dukes Head, an 18th century, Grade II listed pub opposite The Green, has gone through extensive refurbish-ment and opened a few weeks ago as The Dukes gastro pub offering freshly-cooked food, real ale and bed and breakfast accommodation. The move is the brainchild of Sarah Smith, who has a 14-year background in hospitality, including a spell as restaurant manager at the Michelin-starred Stonor Arms Hotel near Henley on Thames. The new venture has seen Sarah go into

partnership with her sister Jo Carter, who owns a successful recruitment company specialis-ing in staff for the advertising, marketing and digital industry. Sarah, a mum of two who lives in Leighton Buzzard, said: “I’ve known the pub for many years, and had both my daughters’ christening parties there, so it was sad to see it fall on hard times.“I drive past it every day and it has always been my dream to bring the place back to life so

when the opportunity presented itself I leapt at it, although

there was a great deal of work to do to retain its original

features as well as bring the facilities up to date.”

Several thousand pounds have been spent on the pub’s facelift, which includes restoring the open fire, re-equipping the bar and restaurant areas, and refurbishing the six bed and breakfast rooms.

“We set up a Facebook page to ask people what they wanted

to see at The Dukes, and as well as some great ideas such

as making the pub dog-friendly to accommodate local walkers, people came forward with their

photos and memories of the place in its heyday.”

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Sarah Restores Landmark Pub To Former Glory

(left to right): Sisters and business partners Sarah Smith, and Jo Carter

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Talk to the other parentIf Father’s Day does not fall on your scheduled weekend, see if it is possible to change weekends or swap part or all of Sunday. Try to give plenty of notice so other plans are not made.

Plan aheadDo not leave it until the last minute to decide what you are going to do. Having a plan will help to reduce uncertainty and stress.

If you cannot see your children on Father’s Day then try to arrange to phone or Skype them on the day. Then celebrate it when you next see them, perhaps having a special meal.

Talk to the childrenOnce you have agreed on the arrangements for the day, talk to the children about what the plans are. Maybe there

are traditions you would like to uphold, such as breakfast pancakes or a game of football at the park and perhaps introduce some new traditions too. Think about what you really enjoy doing with the kids and plan something around that.

Plan something for yourself If you are not able to see your children on the day it is possible that your mind will start thinking about Father’s Days in previous years or imagining what they are up to now. Try to have plans for the day to stop you from dwelling on that. Even just meeting up with a friend for a drink or going to watch a film can give you a lift.

Support for fathersRelate is one of the UK’s largest providers of relationship support. It has a campaign called Being Parents Apart which offers a variety of support for parents

and families at all stages of separation

Gingerbread is a long-established organisation that provides advice and practical help for single parents, with a dedicated dads section on its website.

Only Dads is specifically for divorcing or separating fathers.

Separateddads has a blog with an ‘Ask the expert’ section and an online directory to help fathers to find further advice and support.

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Sshhh - Bowel CancerHave a read to get to the bottom of things

Us British are famous for our toilet humour. However, what I am talking about here is certainly a subject for the inner walls of the toilet but not a laughing mat-ter at all.

In the UK over 40,000 cases of Bowel Cancer are diagnosed every year and about 1 in 20 people will develop Bowel Cancer sometime in their lifetime. How many people are there in your community group, church, work, street, family, etc? Do the maths. If you’re not directly affected chances are you will know at least a dozen or so people who will be, sometime.

Each year in the UK around 16,000 people die of the disease, that’s one person every half an hour. But despite such alarming statistics, the good news is that bowel cancer can be success-fully treated in over 90 per cent of cases if caught early. Early diagnosis means that survival from Bowel Cancer is growing.

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• Weight - bowel cancer is more common in people who are overweight or obese

• Exercise - being inactive increases the risk of getting bowel cancer

• Alcohol and Smoking - a high alcohol intake and smoking may increase your chances of getting bowel cancer

• Family History - having a close relative (mother or father, brother or sister) who devel-oped bowel cancer under the age of 50 puts you at a greater lifetime risk of developing the condition

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• blood in the stools without other haemorrhoid symptoms, such as soreness, discomfort, pain, itching or a lump hanging down outside the back passage

• abdominal pain, discomfort or bloating always provoked by eating, sometimes resulting in a reduction in the amount of food eaten and weight loss

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It's all to do with which calendar we follow. The astronomical calendar has summer starting in March when we put our clocks forward an hour, whereas the meteorological summer runs from June to August.

This mixture of calendars is indicative of the mixed-up celebration Midsummer's Day has be-come. Like many other ancient traditions, it has its roots in pagan Britain but has been adopted and adapted to fit in with Christian beliefs.

Our ancestors - in awe of the power of the sun - celebrated the summer solstice by lighting bonfires to protect against evil spirits. They also built stone circles, set in alignment with the ris-ing of the sun, such as those at Stonehenge.

Midsummer's Eve was a time for fairies (hence Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream) and flowers, which were placed under the pillow to induce important dreams about future loves.

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Leighton-Linslade in Bloom has been in existence for over five years and has maintained a silver gilt award in the Anglia in Bloom competition. Leighton-Linslade in Bloom is a charitable campaign that aims to create lasting improvements to the local environment for the benefit of local residents, workers and visitors, now and for future generations to enjoy.There are a number of organised events that happen through the year;

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The Open Gardens Scheme also gives local organisations the opportunity to engage with the community, as in the case of the special needs school, which has developed a fantastic horticulture and animal husbandry facility and the Friends Meeting House, which welcomes visitors to their historic building and garden. If you have a garden that you would like to

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BEER AND A BBQ FOR FATHER’S DAYSunday 19th June

Spend time with your dad in a historic war-time setting

This year there will be a special Fathers’ Day barbecue at Bletchley Park, complete with the visitor attraction’s very own beer. Created by The Concrete Cow Brewery in Milton Keynes, the beer has been named Station X; one of the terms used to describe Bletchley Park during World War Two.

Dads and their families can enjoy the traditional barbecue with burgers and hot dogs plus a veg-etarian option whilst listen to the vintage sound of The Bevin Boys. The swing band plays vocal led jazz standards and other hits from the 1940s.

Anyone wishing to enjoy the Father’s Day bar-becue should enter through admissions as usual then head to one of the food outlets on site to buy a barbecue voucher.

The barbecue will be on the main lawn where the Codebreakers spent their free moments dur-ing the war so families can relax in these historic and picturesque surroundings. Food will be served between midday and 2pm.

Station X beer will also be sold in the Hut 4 Res-taurant and the shop. For visitor information, contact 01908 640404, [email protected], or go to www.bletchleypark.org.uk

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A Bee Local indulgence here as I loved this epic true life novel and so did the poor man I “had” to talk to when I saw he was reading it! Others I have shared it with also end up raving about it. This review is from www.goodreads.com

“It took me a long time and most of the world to learn what I know about love and fate and the choices we make, but the heart of it came to me in an instant, while I was chained to a wall and being tortured.”

So begins this epic, mesmerizing first novel set in the underworld of contemporary Bombay. Shantaram is narrated by Lin, an escaped convict with a false passport who flees maximum security prison in Australia for the teeming streets of a city where he can disappear.

Accompanied by his guide and faithful friend, Prabaker, the two enter Bombay’s hidden society of beggars and gang-sters, prostitutes and holy men, soldiers and actors, and Indians and exiles from other countries, who seek in this remarkable place what they cannot find elsewhere.

As a hunted man without a home, family, or identity, Lin searches for love and meaning while running a clinic in one of the city’s poorest slums, and serving his apprenticeship in the dark arts of the Bombay mafia. The search leads him to war, prison torture, murder, and a series of enigmatic and bloody betrayals. The keys to unlock the mysteries and intrigues that bind Lin are held by two people. The first is Khader Khan: mafia godfather, criminal-philosopher-saint, and mentor to Lin in the underworld of the Golden City. The second is Karla: elusive, dangerous, and beautiful, whose passions are driven by secrets that torment her and yet give her a terrible power.

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Another Bee Local favourtie. Love, honour and the Indian caste system mixed with pirates and the opium trade.

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The setting here is December 1970 as the King shows up at the gate of the White House to request a

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The weather’s warming up, so why not get outside and go for a picnic?

11-19 June is National Picnic Week a celebration of picnicking that’s been happening in the UK for over a decade. Some see picnics as a romantic affair to be shared with a loved one, fine foods and a bottle of champagne. For others it’s an inexpensive family day out and often a reminder of childhood days. Or it could be a chance to spend time with friends, choosing to meet at a given location and each bringing along their favourite food and drinks to share.

The Oxford Dictionary describes a picnic as ‘an occasion when a packed meal is eaten outdoors, especially during an outing to the countryside.’

Whilst many do choose a countryside spot for their picnic there are many other options including local parks, the grounds of stately homes, the seaside and riverside settings. You can find recommendations for places to enjoy your picnic on the National Picnic Week website: www.nationalpicnicweek.co.uk

For many people a picnic consists of traditional items such as sandwiches, crisps, boiled eggs and cakes or fruit. Research shows however that Mediterranean options such as deli-style meats, olives, humus and crackers are also now commonly included and some choose to create items from special picnic recipe books.

One of the tricks of picnicking successfully is packaging items correctly to ensure food is not squashed beyond recognition

and drinks don’t leak. Carrying your picnic on a bike ride can create extra difficulties but add to the fun. Utilise specialist plastic containers, cling film, foil and sandwich bags, or buy items pre-packed. You could even splash out on a traditional picnic hamper. You can now buy a wide range of stylish brightly coloured plastic plates, cutlery and cups to enhance your experience. It’s a good idea to remember to take napkins or kitchen roll and some wet wipes, as eating a picnic can get a little messy, particularly if you are sat on a picnic rug rather than at a table. Do take some bags for your rubbish too; never leave litter behind.

It’s not just about the food and drink. Most picnics include some form of group exercise such as a walk, cycle, swim or game of rounders, in addition to a good laugh and a chat. This makes picnics a stress-busting, healthy activity. And if the weather isn’t kind you can still create a picnic atmosphere indoors. You could even try a ‘carpet picnic’ at home. Kids love them!

11-19 June is National Picnic Week

By Susan Brookes-Morris


The weather’s warming up, so why not get outside and go for a picnic?

11-19 June is National Picnic Week a celebration of picnicking that’s been happening in the UK for over a decade. Some see picnics as a romantic affair to be shared with a loved one, fine foods and a bottle of champagne. For others it’s an inexpensive family day out and often a reminder of childhood days. Or it could be a chance to spend time with friends, choosing to meet at a given location and each bringing along their favourite food and drinks to share.

The Oxford Dictionary describes a picnic as ‘an occasion when a packed meal is eaten outdoors, especially during an outing to the countryside.’

Whilst many do choose a countryside spot for their picnic there are many other options including local parks, the grounds of stately homes, the seaside and riverside settings. You can find recommendations for places to enjoy your picnic on the National Picnic Week website: www.nationalpicnicweek.co.uk

For many people a picnic consists of traditional items such as sandwiches, crisps, boiled eggs and cakes or fruit. Research shows however that Mediterranean options such as deli-style meats, olives, humus and crackers are also now commonly included and some choose to create items from special picnic recipe books.

One of the tricks of picnicking successfully is packaging items correctly to ensure food is not squashed beyond recognition

and drinks don’t leak. Carrying your picnic on a bike ride can create extra difficulties but add to the fun. Utilise specialist plastic containers, cling film, foil and sandwich bags, or buy items pre-packed. You could even splash out on a traditional picnic hamper. You can now buy a wide range of stylish brightly coloured plastic plates, cutlery and cups to enhance your experience. It’s a good idea to remember to take napkins or kitchen roll and some wet wipes, as eating a picnic can get a little messy, particularly if you are sat on a picnic rug rather than at a table. Do take some bags for your rubbish too; never leave litter behind.

It’s not just about the food and drink. Most picnics include some form of group exercise such as a walk, cycle, swim or game of rounders, in addition to a good laugh and a chat. This makes picnics a stress-busting, healthy activity. And if the weather isn’t kind you can still create a picnic atmosphere indoors. You could even try a ‘carpet picnic’ at home. Kids love them!

11-19 June is National Picnic Week

By Susan Brookes-Morris

PicnicPacksHere are some easy picnic packs ideal for kids and adults alike

Ingredients

Mini Tuna Bitesmakes 20300g/10z Potatoes, peeled and cubed400g/14oz tuna in brine, drained10 spring onions chopped1 tbsp finely chopped parsely2 small eggs beatenSalt & pepper to seasonOil for frying

Easy Hummusserves 6425g tin of chickpeas, drained and rinsed1 garlic clove2 tbsp tahini pasteJuice of 2 lemons50mls/2 fl oz extra virgin Olive oilSalt and pepper to seasonPaprikaA few stoned black olives

St Clementine Jelliesserves 6-82 small oranges2 limes2 lemons250ml/8 fl oz apple and blackcurrant juice250ml/8fl oz orange juice4 tsp powdered gelatine

Mini Tuna BitesBoil the potatoes until soft and then mash until smooth and leave to cool.

Mix the potato with the rest of the ingredients except the oil, combine well and then form into 20 small cakes.

Heat the oil in a heavy based, non-stick pan and fry the cakes until crisp and golden.

Chill until ready to use. Serve with ketchup or salsa depending on your guests. They are also great in pittas and wraps

Easy HummusPlace the chickpeas, garlic, ta-hini and lemon juice in a proces-sor and blend on full speed until the mixture forms a paste. On a low speed gradually add the olive oil. If the mixture

looks too dry add a little warm boiled water to soften. Taste and sea-son well with salt, pep-per and more lemon juice if needed.

Serve sprinkled with pa-prika, a drizzle of olive oil and black olives. Add

a selection of crudites and strips of pitta for dipping.

This recipe can be made up to 3 days in advance and transported in a screw top jar.

St Clement’s JelliesHalf the fruit, (cut the lem-ons and limes lengthways) and scrape out the fruit.Heat a lit-tle of one flavour juice and sprinkle over 2tsps of the gelatine, stir until dissolved. If not fully disolved re-heat the juice but do not boil. Stir in the remaining juice. Repeat for the next flavour.

Pour the jelly into the fruit halves to the top and chill until set. Cut into quarters with a very sharp knife to serve. Cheat with sachet jelly mixes and experiment with other fruits and flavours


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What’s OnGuide

Weekly What’s OnFrom Sunday 5th June 3pm to 5pmBand Concert, Parson’s Close Recreation Ground.Leighton Buzzard

Sunday’s 11-3pm Peacock Mews Table Top Sale Tel: Jill 07803 141243

Tuesdays 2pm and Fridays 6pmGive Bowls a Go at Cheddington Bowls ClubCall 01525 220644 for more information

Wednesday afternoonsMovies for the More Mature (MMM)If you are a resident of Leighton Buzzard or Linslade why not join the Leighton Buzzard Over 55’s Film Club. This is a great opportunity to see a film at a great price - all tickets are just £2.60 which includes refreshments. These can be purchased in advance from Leighton Buzzard Theatre box office. Membership forms are avail-able from the Town Council at the White House in Hockliffe Street or call the Events Team on 01525 631920. Please bring some ID with you when joining. Fridays 10.30am to 12.30pm

Leighton Linslade Cancer Support meets at the Salvation Army Hall, Lammas Walk, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1JB Tel: Pat on 01525 378759 or Mary on 01525 377761 Leighton Buzzard LibraryJob Club Tuesday afternoon (1pm to 3pm ) and every Thursday (9.30am to 12noon and 1pm to 3pm).

Crafty Toddlers (For children under 4 - Term Time Only) Monday from 10.00 to 11.00

Storytime for ages 2+ (Term Time Only)Tuesday from 2:15 to 2:45

Babies Meet and Chat for pre-school children (Term Time Only) Tuesday from 9.45 to 10.15


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Are you a cancer patient, friend/relative or carer?

Wednesday 22 June 2016 9.00am – 4.45pm

The Gateway (AVDC), Gatehouse Road, Aylesbury HP19 8FF

Visit information stands and join talks given by cancer health experts, including:

• GP referrals and screening • Diagnosis and overview of treatment • Exercise and diet • Emotional and psychological wellbeing • Financial issues • Carers support

Refreshments/lunch will be provided

If you would like to attend and book a place or receive further information, please contact the cancer education, information

and support team on 01296 316537/6954

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A Health and Wellbeing Information Day for all

Timetable for the Morning Sessions

9.00am Arrival, registration and coffee (funded by Macmillan) 9.30-9.40am Welcome 9.45-10.30am Screening/ GP Referrals/ 2WW Dr Andy Theobald – GP/Associate Specialist in Oncology 10.30-11.00am Coffee (funded by Macmillan) and browse the stands 11.00-11.45am Diagnosis. MDT and Treatment overview Dr Nick Bates – Consultant Clinical Oncologist 11.55-12.35pm Diet/ Exercise/ Managing Fatigue Sophie Hamilton – Macmillan Dietitian and Gemma Griffiths/ Aly Moss – The Healthier Lifestyles Hub Timetable for the Afternoon Session

12.35-1.35pm Buffet Lunch (Funded by Macmillan) and browse the stands 1.35-2.10pm Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) – Financial advice What is available 2.20-3.05pm Emotional/ Psychological Well-being Rachel Holland – Macmillan Principal Clinical Psychologist 3.05-3.35pm Tea (Funded by Macmillan) and browse the stands 3.35-4.20pm Support for Carers - Carol Aspinall – Carers Bucks 4.20-4.45pm Closing Remarks

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What’s On

Sunday 5th JuneBand Concerts begin at Parson’s Close Recreation Ground 3pm every Sunday

Sunday 5th JuneThe Big Lunch Food Festival Leighton Buzzard Town Centre 11am to 4pm

6th -12th JuneNational Carers Week

11th JuneDunstable Convoy see page 45

12th JuneStockwood Park, Luton Transport Fair see page 48

12th JuneTea and Homemade Cake sale at Potash Nursery

Sunday 12th JuneAnglia in Bloom Open Gardens -Linslade 12-5pmwww.facebook.com/LeightonLinsladeInBloomfor up to date information

Sun 12th JuneCublington Gardens - Open Garden for NGSA group of diverse gardens in this attractive Buckinghamshire village(2-5.30). Combined adm £4, Children free. Home-made teas at the village hall, an old Victorian school.Cublington Gardens, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0LF

Friday 17th June7.30 to 11pm Wine and Cheese TastingCome along for an evening of wine tasting, with a side helping of cheese of course! Tickets are £15 per person (you must be over 18 years) Limited spaces available so tickets sold on a first come first served basis, 7pm till late. Sponsored by Waitrose. For more information contact [email protected], call 01525 234260 or call into the Visitor Centre . Website www.greensandtrust.org/Rushmere.html Herons View Visitor Centre Rushmere Country Park Linslade Road Heath and Reach LU7 0EB

Saturday 18th JuneFarmer’s MarketLeighton Buzzard Town Centre

Sunday 19th June Cheddington Gardens - Open Garden for NGSCelebrating our 25th consecutive year of Cheddington Gardens! (1.30-5.30). Combined adm £5, Children free. Home-made teas in Methodist hall by the green & village hall adjacent to allotments. Open for charity.www.cheddington.org.uk

19th JuneFather’s Day

Sunday 19th June Marsworth Steam & Classic Vehicle RallyStartop Farm, Marsworth HP23 4LL. Treat Dad to a fun day out on Fathers Day! A great day out for all the family. See historic steam engines, agricultural, classic cars, motorcycles and trucks at this fun day out – Trade stall and exhibitors enquiries: [email protected] Tel: 01442 827727 For more information visit: www.MarsworthSteamRally.co.uk Times: 11am-5pm. Adults £5.00, children £2.00 (All proceeds go to local fundraising and charities).

Sunday 19th JuneDragon Boat FestivalWillen Lake, Brickhill Street, Milton KeynesMK15 ODS 10am -5pmFree for spectators, parking charges apply

23rd June EU referendum

Thursday 23rd JuneBehind the Scenes at Tring45-minute tour at 11.00 and 15.00 Tickets £10 (advance booking required- please ring 020 7942 6163), most suitable for adults. Step

into one of our collections areas to discover what’s behind the scenes at the Museum and learn how our world-renowned bird collection is used. Photo ID required. The Natural History Museum, The Walter Rothschild Building, Akeman Street, Tring, Herts, HP23 6APwww.nhm.ac/uk/tring

Friday 24th JuneThe Sculpture Gallery, part of the prestigious Woburn Estate, is delighted to announce that Lance Ellington, one of the UK’s prominent male vocalists, will be hosting a night of music, dancing and food

Saturday 25th JuneCraft Market, Leighton Buzzard Town Centre 9am - 4pm

25th - 26th JuneWoburn Abbey Garden Show. Now in its 7th year, the Woburn Abbey Garden Show is an important diary date for many keen gardeners. Ticket Prices Adult £11.50 Senior £10.50 Child £6.50 Opening Times 10 am – 5 pm (last entry) Woburn Abbey and Gardens, Woburn, MK17 9WAtelephone: 01525 290333 www.woburnabbey.co.uk/gardenshow

Sunday 26th JuneVintages Vehicles Rally,

Pages Park, Leighton Buzzard. Our meeting of old and unusual road vehicles, in Page’s Park, gets better every year. Extra trains will also be running on the railway.

Sunday 26th JuneAnglia in Bloom Open Gardens -Leighton Buzzard12-5pm www.facebook.com/LeightonLinsladeInBloomfor up to date information

Sunday 26th JuneWalking With Giants Parade Starting by The Hub on Midsummer Boulevard this free event will see live music and other entertainers weaving their way through the streets of Milton Keynes

Sunday 26th June Summer Concert 7.30pmHaydn St Cecilia Mass and Symphony No 47. Danesborough Chorus with the Milton Keynes City Orchestra conducted by Ian Smith.Tickets £22, £17 (reserved rows) £10 (unreserved side aisles).Children £5 (all seats). Bring wine and strawberries for our usual extended interval.Woburn Parish Church, Park Street, Woburn, MK17 9PG telephone: 01525 376760www.danesborough.org.uk

After ten years of fundraising and eighteen months of restoration work, the ‘Father’ Willis pipe organ in Stony Stratford’s St Mary & St Giles Church is finally ready to reveal its glories!Wednesday 8 June a first performance of organ with handbells as part of StonyLive! Sunday 12 June – a Happy 90th Birthday concert for the Queen with band and organThursday 16 June – a free ‘drop-in’ lunchtime con-cert (12:30–1:15) involving local schools

Dates for Your DiarySaturday 9th JulyLeighton-Linslade Carnival

Saturday 16th July7pm Linslade SingersGloria by VivaldiSt Barnabas Church Linslade, LU7 2NRThe Singers will be joining with the Circle Singers of Leamington Spa.The programme for both concerts will include motets by Bruckner, the Mass in G for unaccompanied double choir and soloists by Vaughan Williams and the popular Gloria by Vivaldi.

Saturday 30th JulyLeighton-Linslade CanalFestival

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A&EStoke Mandeville HospitalMandeville Road, Aylesbury, HP21 8AL 01296 315000

Luton & Dunstable HospitalLewsey Road, Luton, LU4 0DZ0845 127 0127

Milton Keynes HospitalH8 Standing Way, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes,MK6 5LD 01908 660033

DoctorsDr Henderson & PartnersTel: 01525 373111The Surgery 29 Bassett RoadLeighton Buzzard LU7 1AR

Salisbury House SurgeryTel: 01525 243890Salisbury House SurgeryLake Street Leighton BuzzardLU7 1RS

Leighton Road SurgeryTel: 01525 3725711 Leighton Road,Leighton Buzzard LU7 1LB

Dr Sivakumar & PartnersTel: 01525 851888Grovebury Road SurgeryRidgeway Court, Grovebury Road Leighton Buzzard LU7 4SF

Ashcroft SurgeryTel: 01296 688201Stewkley Road Wing LU7 0NE

Edlesborough SurgeryTel: 01525 221630

11 Cow Lane, EdlesboroughLU6 2HT

Water Eaton Health CentreTel: 01908 371318Fern Grove, Bletchley, MK2 3HN

Woburn SurgeryTel: 01525 290214Eleanor Close, Woburn MK17 9QU

Non- Emergency Number Call: 111

Emergency Number Call: 999

Pharmacy* open sundays (call to check)Lloyds PharmacyTel: 01525 3721753-5 Market SquareLeighton Buzzard LU7 1EU

Cox & RobinsonTel: 01525 38368617/19 Lake StreetLeighton Buzzard LU7 8RS

*BootsTel: 01525 37370355 High StreetLeighton Buzzard, LU7 1DN

Rosehill PharmacyTel: 01525 37339141 High StreetLeighton Buzzard, LU7 7DN*TescosTel: 01525 771847Vimy Road,Leighton BuzzardLU7 1ER

Jardines PharmacyTel: 01296 68254318 High Street, Wing LU7 0NR

Edlesborough PharmacyTel: 01525 22318111 Cow Lane,EdlesboroughLU6 2HT

Lloyds PharmacyTel: 01908 372146106 Serpentine Court,Lakes EstateBletchley, MK2 3QL

Police - Non emergencyCall 101 for all non-emergency crimes or enquiries.Police - EmergencyCall 999 for emergencies

Leighton Linslade Town Council Tel: 01525 [email protected]

Central Bedfordshire CC0300 300 8301 [email protected]

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