Sunnydown School – soils, foraging, cows and forest bathing
It was very special to be able to share with the pupils of Sunnydown School, Caterham on the Hill, the secrets of growing worms and grass, herbs and vegetables and Sussex cows and calves at Hampton.After enjoying lunch of burgers and kebabs made by the students we had a relaxing afternoon forest bathing in the woods and exploring the relationships and connectivity between the forest trees and flora.
The Matrix Trust-and its exciting plans
The Matrix Trust, in the beautiful surroundings of Eastgate Garden Guildford has exciting plans for a social enterprise cafe for Guilford folk to enjoy,and importantly giving opportunities to young people to enjoy learning new skills.
The cafe will turn seamlessly into a youth cafe in the evening, and a discovery center for young people to engage in training through their community .It was exciting to hear the plans from the team including CEO Misty Blower -good luck and please find out more and support in anyway you can. www.matrixtrust.com
Company of Animals barks with pride
Dr Roger Mugford Welcomed HRH The Duke Of Kent to Ruxbury Farm. Chertsey where the Company of Animals established in 1979 was to receive The Queens Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
The citation was read out by Bill Biddell the Vice Lord -Lieutenant and Dr Roger Mugford and the directors received the prestige award .
It was great to see The Company of Animals creations, some fascinating toys, the halti harness and leads to enable successful handling of dogs.
Congratulations to another Surrey business.
Lunch on the Lawn – A Taste of Mole Valley
A special celebration of local food at Hill House Farm in aid of the Chairman of Mole Valley District Council’s chosen charities, Leatherhead Youth Project, Belong, and PSDS. A great way to celebrate and raise funds enjoying a picnic and delicious spit roast hoggit.
Service For The Surrey Judiciary
The Guildhall, Guildford High Street and the Holy Trinity church again provided the perfect place for celebrating and acknowledging the importance of all those who help ensure the good ordering of Surrey. The tradition of trumpeters,the fine Surrey Youth choir, and the Civic and High Sheriffs procession serve to reinforce the importance and gratitude for the judiciary, magistrates, emergency services, police, prison governors and community service.
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service awards
Thank you to Cannon for hosting, in Reigate, the important awards for Surrey Fire and Rescue services.
It is a special evening, when friends and families gather to support their partners and mums and dads in receiving awards recognizing hard work,outstanding dedication and long service in the fire and rescue service.
The Lord lieutenant, Councillor Denise Turner-Stewart and I had the privilege of presenting the Long service and good conduct medal awards.
HMP Bronzefield
In the North west of the County of Surrey sits Bronzefield Prison.It was a privilege to be able to receive a comprehensive tour of this very busy women’s prison.The prison is maintained to a high standard and huge efforts to provide opportunities for learning skills for resettlement are being made.
A 21st birthday party for The Victoria Garden
Tucked behind the council Offices in Farnham is a remarkably beautiful garden created and maintained by volunteer gardening enthusiasts in Farnham. It was the site of the Farnham swimming Bath until 21 years ago. Townspeople of Farnham saved this outdoor space and created a beautiful garden for all to enjoy.
Surrey starts the planting of 1.2 million trees
Surrey Hills wood fair held in Cranleigh this year saw the start of the planting of 1.2 million trees in surrey one for each resident.It was a pleasure to plant a hazel .
The fair was full of exciting woodland activities and great food including many of Surrey hills Enterprises.
Well done to surrey hills enterprises in raising the profile of Surreys extensive and special woods.