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TADWORTH and WALTON---------------------------------------------------------------------Round the houses supper Twenty four parishioners of Tadworth's Church of the Good Shepherd recently enjoyed a most unusual meal. They took part in a roving meal around Tadworth. "It is also called a progressive supper", said Claire Jones, the organiser, "for each course is eaten at a different home. It is an ideal way to get to know others. In several cases no driving was necessary as the venues were walking distance apart."  "The evening was organised so that each person opened a secret envelope to find out the location of their starter, main course and dessert; with the added surprise of not knowing who would be their dining companions until they arrived!"  "The final venue, "added Claire,"was the Church meeting room where a great deal of light hearted chat and enjoyment followed. This also gave the 24 participants to meet and share with others their various menus and venues! The evening raised £240 for the Church Centenary appeal. Councillors' voluntary service The new Mayor of Reigate & Banstead, Cllr Dr. Lynne Hack, who was elected last Thursday evening at the Statutory Annual Council Meeting, announced the charities she intended to support during her Mayoral year, which included the Royal Marsden, and said that as it is the 150 anniversary of the granting of the Royal Charter making Reigate and Redhill a municipal borough, she is asking all councillors to each give 150 minutes of their time in voluntary service to the community.  It is more than likely that some of the residents of the Ward of Tadworth & Walton-on-the-Hill would like to see their three councillors spending their 150 minutes in clearing the rotting leaves and other debris from the footpath that runs from The Avenue to Mere Road! Prize winning choir The Tadworth Primary School Choir recently took part in the Banstead Arts Festival Choir competition, and they won! The choir, with Isabel Ainsworth on  her harp, sang two songs.  They included 'Sing'- originally composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Gary Barlow, and fast becoming the school anthem – which sounded amazing accompanied by the harp.  Stephen Oliver, who organised the competition, said he particularly liked the way the children opened their mouths and produced a proper full tone and that they sounded confident and well rehearsed. Mrs Davies, for the school, said she was also very proud of how professional and well behaved the children were.  The prize the choir won  was a cheque for £250 for music resources for the school. Two minor changes Passengers using Tadworth station will be pleased to learn that, in spite of three platforms being closed at London Bridge while that station is being virtually rebuilt, the new timetable for this line, that came into effect on 19th May, shows no changes part from the 1808 and the 1808 leaving Victoria, on weekdays, each one minute earlier than hitherto. Gardeners Delight This annual event organised by Sue Edwards on behalf of the Kingswood, Walton and Tadworth Horticultural Society will take place on Saturday and Sunday, 15 and 16th June, from 1 pm to 5 pm each day. This provides a wonderful opportunity to view some of the best gardens in  the area, pick up hints and advice, and enjoy Teas, Ice cream or Lunches at some of the eleven venues.  The garden at Woodcraft, Beech Drive, Kingswood, will be open only on the Sunday. Of the seven Tadworth gardens, one at 14 Meare Close is taking part for the first time this year, as is 39 Meadow Walk; one of the three participating gardens in Walton-on-the-Hill.  Tickets cost £4.50 which give admittance to all gardens, are available from any garden on either day. A full list of addresses of the gardens that will be open, along with any other information, can be obtained from Sue Edwards on 01737 813025. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   


 

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