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September 2018
!! HURST GREEN NEWS
That is an interesting phrase that is usually quoted as a Chinese blessing/curse. The inference being that it is better to live in uninteresting times when peace and tranquillity allow you to live out your life than in interesting ones when you have little control over what is going on. Actually it has no known Chinese derivation but that does not stop it being quoted!
The October issue of Hurst Green News will be published on 29 September 2018. Please send material for that issue, including items for the diary, no later than FRIDAY, 14 SEPTEMBER 2018 to The Compiler: [email protected] or 26 Orchard Way, Oxted, RH8 9DJ. The Compiler reserves the right to edit copy. The Hurst Green News is published by St John’s Parochial Church Council (Registered Charity 1133107) as a church and community newsletter.
It is financed by advertisements and St John’s Parochial Church Council.
As I write this at the start of August we are enjoying a long hot summer although your enjoyment may be tempered by whatever you are having to do. The newspapers talk of the hottest summer since 1976 without telling us how hot summers are measured. I seem to remember 1977 and 1978 as hot summers as well but perhaps I was living in interesting times!Times are certainly interesting for those affected by the fires that are burning across the world. Our news is full of pictures of wild fires that seem out of control and are destroying lives as well as property. On top of that we have earthquakes in Lombok and volcanoes erupting all over the world including Indonesia, Japan, South America and even Antarctica. On Hawaii 700 homes have been destroyed in an eruption that seems to have no end. Interesting times for those affected by these disasters!And in politics the world seems to be trying new things. International conflict now includes cyber warfare as nations face each other electronically while still seeming unstable in their face to face relationships. Politics is played out on Twitter where we can all see it as well as in the old fashioned ways of behind the scenes negotiations. Who can tell where these new ways will lead? Interesting times?Closer to home we have Brexit and all we are being told, and not being told, about that. Where will this lead and where will we be in a year’s time? The political pundits shout from our TVs but no-one really knows. Interesting times again!But in all these interesting times there is little we can do that will make any difference. What is our role to be and what can we do? Well we all have a role and we are where we are for a purpose. We cannot affect the world players but we can affect those around us. We can be there to help and to encourage each other for it is in those seemingly little actions that we can each make a difference and help each other to live lives of peace and tranquillity. In those little actions we can change things and so bring peace to our world one step at a time.
Steven Cox, Pastor, Hurst Green Evangelical Church
PIMM’S AND PUDDINGSTuesday 4 September, 7 - 9.30pm
Limpsfield Lawn Tennis ClubDetillens Lane, Limpsfield
Join Tandridge Friends at the Club’s end of season BBQ forPimm’s and delicious puddings, supporting St Catherine’s.
Enjoy the BBQ and listen to timeless pop songs from‘Sausage Singer’,Tony Stone, on acoustic guitar.Non-members welcome, no booking necessary.
Enquiries to Wendy [email protected] 07973 116695
Hurst Green Village FairSaturday 15 September, 1pm
The fair is celebrating the 65th anniversaryof the Queen’s Coronation and is featuringThe Oxted Band and other local musicians.The clown will be there to entertain children and adults and there is a children’s funfair.
For pet lovers we have the dog show. The fantastic BBQ will be selling burgers and
hot dogs; there will be a small beer tent,and tea and cake will be available in Aggies.
We hope to have up to 40 stalls showcasing local charities and organisations, as well as
performances from local dance groups. The fun starts at 1pm on 15 September, and best of all, admission is completely FREE.
Seat on the GreenThe Hurst Green Village Fair Committee would like to thank the local company KGB Joinery,
better known as Greenoak Gates, for their help and assistance in completing much needed repairs by replacing the timber seating to the millennium seat on the green. The seat was
donated by the Village Fair in 2000.
Aggies on the GreenThe Community Coffee Shop will
re-open after the summer holiday onWednesday 5 September at 10.30amTeas will also be served at Hurst Green Village Fair on Saturday 15 September.
The Coffee Shop is a non-profit making organisation, run by volunteers. Local groups are welcome to enjoy coffee or lunch on any Wednesday from 10.30am. More helpers are always needed and very welcome. Do please consider if you would like to join us - ‘duty’ is just once a month. If you can help, or would like more details, please phone Pearl, 722343. A very big thank you to all our present helpers.
Please support this community facility!
Annual Cricket MatchSt John’s, Hurst Greenv St Mary’s, OxtedSunday 16 Septemberstarting at 1.30pmMaster Park, OxtedCome and cheer on the teams!
IN AID OF
"May you live in interesting times!"
Hurst Green Singers appoints new Music DirectorHurst Green Singers has appointed a new Music Director, Dr James Meaders. James moved to the UK in June 2017 after three years working and conducting in New York City. During his distinguished career, his choirs have performed invitational concerts at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Disney Hall in Los Angeles, and Washington National Cathedral. He has taught undergraduate and graduate conducting, vocal studies, and chaired a university department of music. He facilitates and serves on the faculty of Distinguished Concerts International New York’s annual Conductors’ Mentoring Workshop, held each January in New York City.He was a practising church musician for more than 25 years before moving to New York and has conducted choral societies, numerous Honor Choirs, and many festivals. Dr Meaders, in partnership with several US choral colleagues, created The International Partnership for Choral Music Education, an annual service learning-based conducting symposium in Johannesburg, South Africa, that is dedicated to promoting the development of the choral arts of South Africa. Jamie's interests include exploring the English countryside, red wine, Labrador Retrievers, and learning English as a second language!
The choir starts rehearsals again on Tuesday 4 September 2018 at 8pmin St John’s Church, Hurst Green.
And on Tuesday 18 September, we start at 7.30pm with drinks and nibbles; anyone who is potentially interested in joining the choir is particularly encouraged to come along. New members are always welcome - you don’t have to be able to read music (although it is an advantage) and there are no auditions.
Just come along and see for yourself!
HURST GREEN CHURCHES WELCOME YOU
Please telephone any of these numbers for details of weekday worship and activities,to discuss baptism, marriage, or the arranging of a funeral, or if you want help in times of joy or sorrow.
ST JOHN’S, CHURCH WAY8am Holy Communion9.30am Parish Eucharist Crèche and Children’s groups - all ages11.30am, 3rd Sunday Café Service, refreshments from 11am (not August)12 noon Holy Communion, David Gresham House Other services: details in church porchWednesday 12 noon Weekday EucharistVicar: Anna Eltringham, 712674, 14 Oast Road (day off - Friday)Assistant Priest: Mary Seller - 715675, 11 Home ParkSouthwark Pastoral Auxiliary: Monica Fenton - 715769
METHODIST CHURCH, HURSTLANDS10.30am Morning Worship, Café Church 1st Sunday4 - 5.30pm Families at 4 - 4th Sunday of the monthMinister: Kathy Flynn - 01883 372096 (day off - Friday)
EVANGELICAL CHURCH ON HURST GREEN10.45am Family WorshipPastors: Steven and Margaret Cox - 717510
ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH OF OXTED & WARLINGHAMAll Saints' Church Chichele Road, Oxted - 627762St Ambrose Church Warren Park, Warlingham5.30pm Saturday First Mass of Sunday, All Saints’ Oxted9am Sunday St Ambrose, Warlingham11am Sunday All Saints’ OxtedParish Priest Fr Stephen - 713776
OXTED UNITED REFORMED CHURCH The Church of the Peace of God 21 Bluehouse Lane, Oxted - 730406 [email protected] Sunday Service includes story-time for children, Junior Church, and communion monthlyMinister: Graham Dadd
Music Memories OxtedOxted Community Hall , Church Lane
1.45 - 3.15pm, first Thursday of each month:6 September, 4 October, 1 November, 6 DecemberIf you have a friend or loved one with dementia who
enjoys music this could be the group for you! You canbe sure of a warm welcome, plenty of singing and a good cuppa. No need to book, just come along. Free parking.
For more information please contact: Michelle 07872 506709 or [email protected].
£3 each, carer goes free.Do give it a try - we would love to meet you!
CREATIVE COMMUNITY Garden ProjectOpen afternoon, Saturday 6 October 2 - 4.30pm
Come and join us as we celebrate the second year of our project. With generous support from ‘Tesco Bags of Help’ our volunteers have been working hard to transform the space by Hurst Green
Community Centre into a community garden for everyone to enjoy. Meet our makers, enjoy our home baked cakes
and be creative with hands on activities.Please note: due to unforeseen circumstances, the date for
this event has been changed from 8 September to 6 October.
Hurst Green and Holland Children’s CentreWe are looking forward to
starting new sessionsafter the summer holidays.
Sing and Sign will offer a new 10-week course. Please look on their website for further details and to book onto the course.The Child Drop in Clinic run by the Child Health Team, will be fortnightly not weekly, 9.30 - 11.30am on these Wednesdays: 5,19 September; 3, 17 and 31 October.Stay and Play sessions will be held weekly from 9.30 - 11am, starting on Tuesday 4 September.
Hurst Green Infant School and NurseryBringing out the best by caring, learning and achieving together
OPEN MORNINGWednesday 17 October 20189.45am - Tea/Coffee10am - Welcome from Headteacher10.15 - 10.45am - Tour of the school
An opportunity to visit our School and Nursery, set in spectacular grounds Experience the Hurst Green
welcome and, over a cup of tea/coffee, ask the Headteacher, Governors and parents any questionsSee for yourself how we care, learn and achieve
together using our excellent facilitiesWolfs Wood, Hurst Green, Oxted RH8 0HJ
Tel: 01883 712171 Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Georgewww.hurst-green.surrey.sch.uk
HURST GREEN METHODIST CHURCHWe have some spaces available for hall bookings,
Mornings and Evenings. Please contact me if you are looking for a venue for your event / classes / meetings.
Marguerite Wells, Hall Booking Secretary01883 370668, 07796 196361, [email protected]
Hurst Green Methodist Church: FAMILIES AT 4‘Messy Church’ is restarting on the 4th Sunday of each month
from 4 - 5.30pm. It will now be called ‘Families at 4’.Each month there will be craft, drama, music and singing.Come along at 4pm on Sunday 23 September
This is a completely free event for families.
Dates for your Diary 2018 1 Sep HG Gardening Club, St Agatha's Hall, 8pm, Annual Flower & Produce Show. 723916 10 Sep Tandridge Club for the Visually Impaired, Methodist Church Hall, 2.45pm, Quiz 11 Sep Carers' Support Group meeting, 10.30am - 12 noon (2nd Tuesday in the month) Community Room, Eastlands Close, Oxted. Contact: 01883 745057 12 Sep Oxted & Limpsfield Floral Design Club, 2pm, St Peter's Hall, Limpsfield Tutti Fruitti - Gill Smaggasgale; competition: Vibrant Variations. Contact: 714246 13 Sep Pollards Oak WI, Methodist Hall, 7.45pm: Pastry club demo/talk. Contact 382138 24 Sep Tandridge Club for the Visually Impaired, Bring & Buy Sale. Carol Leach 382031
Hurst Green News can also be read on www.stjohnshurstgreen.org.uk
St Agatha’s HallBooking Secretary
Marjorie Walker, 714492 orwww.stjohnshurstgreen.org.uk/st-
agathas-hall/make-an-enquiryJoin us for
CAFÉ CHURCHA more informal way to worship God11.30am, refreshments from 11am
St John’s, Hurst Green(3rd Sunday of the month)
16 September ‘Success’Continuing the series‘Living Godly Lives’
Café Church band ~ crafts for children ~ creative ways of praying
For more info, call 01883 712674 ore-mail [email protected]
HURST GREEN SLIMMING WORLDMondays 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm
St Agatha’s Hall, Hurst GreenHurst Green Slimming World has already lost
182 stone since opening the doors in January. Our unique plan offers one to one
support and can fit into all aspects of your life letting you carry on doing the things you love,
whilst your weight falls off! It is so easy to follow that the whole family can benefit
and change to a healthier lifestyle.Why not come and join this amazing friendly group
and make your dream weight become a reality.Contact Sue: 07904 003628
Facebook.com/SlimmingWorldHurstGreen
PARISH REGISTERSHoly Baptism
We welcome into thefamily of God’s Church:
11 August Arthur Swanson Mason Holroyd Thomas Holroyd 12 August Jove Aviss
MarriageWe wish them every happiness
in their future lives together: 24 August Donna Bradford and Timothy Ashley
FuneralsOur sympathy goes to
their relatives and friends: 2 August Samuel (John) Wyatt 30 August Allan Taege 30 August Keith SmithSt John’s Book of Remembrance
To have a name entered,please phone Diana on 712845.
Cancer Research UK fundraising, Thursday 20 September 6 - 9pmWesterham Brewery Tap Room, Beggars Lane, Westerham, TN16 1QP Tickets include 9 x ⅓ pints of Westerham beer (wine/soft drinks available),
a talk from Robert Wicks, a tour of the brewery, and street food.All profits to Cancer Research UK. Tickets £20
from [email protected] or www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westerham-brewery-tour-tasting-street-food-tickets-45546394492
Tandridge Photographic Society (TPS)Local camera club TPS kicks off its 2018/19 season on 13 September with a special evening to welcome new members and run through the year’s programme. The club meets weekly on Thursdays at 8pm at the White Hart Barn, Godstone. A friendly local club, TPS provides fascinating photo opportunities that anyone with a camera or smartphone can capture.’Annual Club membership is £57 and includes expert speakers on a range of photography topics including Formula 1, wildlife and aviation. There are also social events, outings and helpful critique on photographs through club competitions and member evenings. Guest speakers will include automotive and endurance racing expert Drew Gibson and current Black & White Photographer of the Year, Rachel Talibart.More info: tandridgephotographicsociety.org.uk
or from [email protected]
BULKY RUBBISH CLEARANCESaturday 15 September
Community Centre, 7.30 - 10.45amColdshott, 12- 2.15pm
Residents can bring large items including ceramics, furniture, garden
waste, glass, household rubbish, metal items and up to two washing machines.
Please do not bring fridges, freezers, asbestos, car batteries, concrete,
hardcore, hazardous chemicals, oil, paint, plasterboard, trade waste or tyres.
And please do not leave rubbishif the vehicle isn’t there.
Tandridge Handicraft SocietyMonday 17 September, 2pm
The Woodhouse CentreHoskins Road car park, Oxted
Talk with examples by Joanna LloydWarm Glass - an Artist’s Journey in CastingVisitors & new members welcome, £5 entry,tea & biscuits. More info: Jenny Beal 01883 620730 or tandridgehandicraftsociety.org.uk.
Come and join us for COFFEE and a CHAT Where? St John’s Room St John’s Church When? Fortnightly on Thursdays 13 and 27 September 10.30am - 12 midday Need a lift? Ring Barbara, 715636
EVENING PILATES CLASSESat Hazelwood School
Mondays at 8pm and Tuesdays at 6pmThe classes are run by Emese a highly trained Pilates and Backcare Specialist
and are suitable for all levels.For more information please contact
Emese on: 07719 917460 or [email protected]
Inner Wheel will be holding a COFFEE MORNING
in aid of RNLIWhite Hart Barn Godstone
Saturday 8 September, 10am - 12 Cakes ~ Raffle ~ Souvenirs
YO-YOs
North Downs Community OrchestraFollowing two successful concerts this year, orchestral rehearsals begin again after the summer break at Oxted School on Wednesday, 29 August under the baton of Musical Director, Shona Fenion, who has some exciting music planned.
The number of players has increased steadily over the orchestra’s first 2½ years, but there is still plenty of room for more. Players of all orchestral instruments are welcome. No auditions or grade certificates are needed.So if you would like to give it a try on 29 August, 12 or 26 September, or have any questions, please send a contact form from the website: thefunorchestra.co.uk.
York Rooms Youngsters, a friendly local playgroupfor parents and carers with babies and pre-school childrenWednesdays 9.15 - 11.15am (term time only)
Starting again on 5 SeptemberThe York Rooms, St John’s Church Church Way, Hurst GreenTea, coffee and cake plus snacks for the little ones. Discretionary donations only. For more information call 01883 712674 or email [email protected]. Find us on Facebook & Twitter: St Johns Hurst Green @AnnaRevd
ALEX JONES FUNERAL DIRECTORSRenowned Caring Service
Private Chapels of Rest Day & Night Attention. Monumental Masonry
A totally independent Family Concern Oxted 730383 or Lingfield 01342 832534
APARTMENT - SLEEPS 2/3Stunning views, near St John's church & station.Self contained, fully equipped, private balcony.
Weekend/mid week/weekly let. Ideal for visiting712782 friends and family 07831 865530
BERNIE’S CHIMNEY SWEEP SERVICESReliable, for more information, please call:
01883 714832 or mobile 07905 793929
CAMERON BUILDING ANDLANDSCAPING SERVICES LTD
All aspects of general building undertakenwww.cameronservices.co.uk
Mobile 07855 894426 715856
CHARTFORDS TREES LIMITEDwww.chartfordstrees.co.uk
Qualified & Insured Tree Surgeons [email protected] 01883 460160
CHIROPODIST HCPC REGISTEREDIngledale Therapy Centre
Julie Reynolds 07766 141179
CLEARANCE & HOUSE REMOVALSHouse Removals / Collections & DeliveriesAlso Garden, Garage & House Clearance
[email protected] 01883 713807
CRABWOOD www.crabwood.co.ukSmall self-contained flats for independent
over 60s, affordable rents, unfurnished, gardens, close to Oxted centre
Greenoak Housing Office 01483 768856
CROZET ALARMS LTDLocal company that installs, maintains, repairs,and services Burglar Alarms, CCTV and Door
Entry Systems. For a free survey and quotation: [email protected] or 723458
DAY'S GARAGECar sales, MOT, Service & repairs, Bodywork17 Hurst Green Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 9BS
01883 730058
DENISE MODLOCK, Dip Counselling MBACP Relationship issues, Depression
Anxiety. Don't suffer alone.See how counselling can help. Contact:
07887 842788 [email protected]
DEWDNEY LANDSCAPINGHard & soft landscaping, domestic or commercial
Email: [email protected]
Contact Robert Dewdney 01959 439818
FAIRALLSFor all building materials
www.fairalls.co.uk 742256
FIRST POST FENCINGComplete domestic fencing specialists
Fully insured 01883 717942 or mobile 07795 455667
www.firstpostfencing.co.uk
FLUTE LESSONSBeginner to Grade VIII or Diploma, all ages
Any exam board, LTCL, FTCL 723305
GardenING ServicesRegular maintenance to one-off clearance work.
Veg plots/ponds/rockeries a speciality.Friendly, reliable and tidy. References available. Simon M:07936 285032 H:01883 712090
GREENWELLS TREE SURGEONSAll aspects of tree work
E-mail: info@greenwellstreesurgeons.co.ukwww.greenwellstreesurgeons.co.uk
Contact Stuart Rimmington 01959 561101
GUITAR TUITIONNo grades, no boring scales: play the songs
you like in a short space of time. 723311
H2O PLUMBING SERVICESGeneral plumbing, bathroom installations,alterations, no job too small. Free quotes.
City & Guilds trained MI/RP Richard - Mobile 07876 450420 712523
HGC Decorations All forms of painting and decorating, interior and
exterior. David Chowler or Richard Abbott Email [email protected]
01883 716450 or 07808 719383
HURST GREEN BUSY BEESPRE-SCHOOL AND FOREST SCHOOL
Early learning in a homely environment www.hurstgreenbusybees.com 722796
I.T. AIDEComputer services. Hardware & Software
Installation & troubleshooting. Virus removal.Wired/wireless networking. Tuition.
Mobile 07799 164993 714369
JACKSON-STOPSNational estate agents with local knowledge
www.jackson-stops.co.uk 712375
JEM HOME SERVICESGeneral House & Garden Maintenance
Painting, Tiling, Carpentry, General DIYPruning, Weeding, Hedge/Tree/Grass Cutting
Call Jon - Mobile 07906 029813 712905
KAVBRO BUILD LTDUnits S & T, Lambs Business Park
Tilburstow Hill, South Godstone, RH9 8LJ All Building Work Undertaken 722100
KINGSMEAD PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINICwww.kingsmeadphysio.co.uk
224 Pollards Oak Road, Hurst Green R Galloway, J Moses 712987
KNIGHTS GARDEN CENTRES Betchworth Nags Hall www.knightsgardencentres.com 742275
LA BELLE ROOFING COMPANY LTDwww.labelleroofing.co.uk
All Aspects of Roofing Systems - Built-up-felt, Asphalt, Tiling [email protected]
01959 577797 Jason Mobile 07887 541499
LEE’S LOCKS24 emergency locksmith. No call out charge.
Locks fitted to insurance BS3621. OAP discounts 01883 840042 or 07921 068564
MGBuild Extensions, Loft Conversions, Kitchens…Big enough to cope, small enough to care
07553 264254 01732 865066www.mgbuild.net
M. PUTMAN FLOORINGSupply and fitting of carpet, vinyl, laminate and wood. Find us on Facebook or contact Mike on
07581 580380
MR COMPUTING LTDLocal mobile computer repair and maintenance.
No fix, No fee & No Call-out charge.Virus; Internet; networks & new Dell pcs.
# Call Mark or Sue 730345
NICHOLLS BUILDERS LTDBuilding & Roofing Contractors. General
Building - Alterations - Home Extensions - Roof Repairs - New Roofs. Over 25 years experience Mobile 07850 850175 717062
PAINTER & DECORATORM. J. White-Howles. Over 25 years experience
Mobile 07771 632203 713251
PAINTER & DECORATORCaroline Mee
NVQ Qualified, Fully InsuredHigh Quality Finish
Mobile 07887 514915 717278
PETER MAYNARDSeasoned LOGS delivered any size.
Hedges, Tree work, Grass mowed and strimmed. Fencing undertaken 717563
PIANOS TUNED & REPAIRED Peter Franklin 716752
RH HEATING AND PLUMBINGHighly recommended local family businessoffering installation, servicing and repairs
712714 or 07580 712714
R. M. DEAN DECORATING LIMITED Professional Interior and Exterior Decorators
Checkatrade registered 01342 836433 07783 805347
SAS AIR CONDITIONING SERVICESDomestic + Commercial
Sales * Installation * Service * MaintenanceEmail: [email protected]
Office:01959 533490 Mobile: 07717 318075
SBS HEATING SERVICESBoiler Servicing/Installation/RepairGas Safety Registration No 199283
Mobile 07801 427641 712268
STEPHEN GEALPainter & Decorator
All interior & exterior decoratingFully insured
Mob. 07714403598 712727
STEVEN HAWKINSPLUMBING & HEATING LTD
Heating & plumbing services, bathroom installation, tiling, boiler changes, cylinder
replacements. City & Guilds Gas Safe registered Tel 01732 863183 Mob 07980 607491
STONEMANS FUNERAL SERVICEFamily owned & run; private chapel;
prepaid funeral plans; home visits 740123
SYCAMORE COURTOxted retirement apartments with services
24 hour staff, alarm call, domestic assistance,laundry and lunches if required
www.sycamorecourt.co.uk 723500
T.C.HILLIER, Lawn Mower &Garden Machinery service and repair
Local family run business [email protected] 712355
W. A. TRUELOVE & SON LTDFuneral Directors & Monumental Craftsmen
49 Station Road East, Oxted, RH8 0AXAn Independent Family Firm since 1885
www.watltd.co.uk 732000
TO ADVERTISE, please ring 723946or e-mail: [email protected]
