Probably the Best NICU in The World!

 

It was a privilege to accept Chairman, Andy Field’s kind invitation to meet the wonderful NICU team at Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals. This brilliant combination of skilled professionals

have formed a highly effective partnership with SCC Youth Support Service, who arrange for beautiful Memory Boxes (on display) to be made by young people under their wings, to provide practical support for grieving parents. They also manufacture creative toys and rehabilitation aids for other patients (well done Ian – far right above). Jo, Bereavement Nurse (next to Andy) even came in on her day off just to ensure that we received a full briefing – great dedication.

In case you are wondering, the High Sheriff is indeed holding the baby (a worryingly realistic training model!), flanked by Andy and Ellie Paterson (SCC).

Just look at the red dots below, showing how broadly this leading-edge service is utilised;

 

 

Royal Visit to Box Hill School

 

Trustees, Staff and students joined local dignitaries to welcome HRH The Earl of Wessex to the magnificent setting of Box Hill School to mark the official opening of the impressive Sports Centre. A great facility for the School – but also for members of the local community, who are encouraged to use the new centre when not in use by the pupils. Also, other aspiring stars such as the Surrey Girls Under 13 Cricket Team are able to thrive under the ‘Inspirational’ banner championed by Box Hill School!

All credit to John Banfield, Chairman of Governors, and Cory Lowde, Headmaster (above)

Royal Visit to Guildford Bike Project

HRH The Earl of Wessex was welcomed by Trustees, staff, volunteers and learners this afternoon, for a tour of the project and workshops, and to present certificates to several young people who have recently gained qualifications – the wonderful outcome regularly delivered by the Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership.

 This project is a great example of teamwork, with Guildford Borough Council, Surrey County Council and Safer Guildford Partnership all involved. The project is also now established in Walton, thanks to the additional support of Walton Charity.

 

40 Degreez AGM

Another successful year for this well-established Farnham charity, offering support, friendship and a sense of community to young people in the local catchment area. Chair of Trustees, Janet Maines, highlighted the increasing challenges associated with funding, but emphasised that local needs were ever present, and that the great work will go on! 

The search for new Trustees and youth volunteers is on, so if you are interested please get in touch. Janet remains as determined as ever, and enjoyed welcoming the support of Rob Douglas,DL, and Denise Le Gal, Mayor of Waverley.

 

 

Surrey Sports Park Perfect Venue for Surrey Youth Games

 

The 22nd Surrey Youth Games have been a resounding success! Over 3,200 young people have been involved throughout the year, coached and supported by over 600 volunteers in 1,200 free coaching sessions. This weekend , 200 teams and over 1,200 young people have been having the time of their lives!

Mayors and Borough officials all entered into the spirit of the event – above, James (CEO Guildford BC), Richard (Deputy Mayor, Guildford) and Julian (Deputy Mayor, Reigate and Banstead) are all suitably attired to support ‘their’ teams. Below is what Dolsie, Mayor of Runnymede, describes as their ‘boxing team!’

 

 

Guildford Cathedral Marks Armed Forces Week

An uplifting service in beautiful sunshine, superbly supported by cadets from the RAF, Army and Navy.

 

The cadets marched in impressive style to form a Surrey Parade, inspected by the Lord Lieutenant, Vice-Lord Lieutenant and High Sheriff.

Gluten Free High Sheriff Judges NESCOT Cake Competition!

NESCOT Principal, Frances Rutter, decided that the High Sheriff should judge ‘Presentation’, while she and Naeel, High Sheriff’s Volunteer Police Cadet, sampled every cake to decide on ‘Content’!

 The NESCOT Open Day was a huge success with well over 1,000 visitors enjoying the many stalls, competitions and the extensive farm attractions. Congratulations and thanks to everyone involved, particularly the volunteer Army, Fire and Police personnel who attracted crowds of eager new recruits!

 

 

Solid Result for Surrey County Cricket!

Many thanks to Mike Parsons, Mayor of Guildford, and Jean, Mayoress, for their excellent hospitality today throughout the resounding victory for Surrey as they go top of the league!

The serious aspect of the day was The Mayor’s support for one of his chosen charities, Headway Surrey, and Mike and Jean were delighted to welcome Headway’s most recent arrival as Trustee, Roy Fiander (pictured)

 

 

GSA Pulls It Off!

Guildford School of Acting’s press night Gala Performance at the Charing Cross Theatre was a huge success!

This production by the first graduating group of BA Actor-Musicians has made it all the way to the dizzy heights of the West End thanks to Ashley Herman, Sean Sweeney and Steven Levy.

Seam McNamara, Head of GSA, and his entire team of professional staff deserve great credit and will be justifiably proud of this memorable achievement.

And as for the entire cast of Surrey superstars – THEY WERE ALL SIMPLY BRILLIANT!

 

 

'Civic Leaders Within Surrey', Gather in County Hall

At the invitation of Peter Martin, Chair of Surrey County Council, and Michael More-Molyneux, Lord Lieutenant of Surrey, the High Sheriff , Mayors and Chairs of all the 11 Boroughs and Districts of Surrey, were invited to County Hall to share their plans and priorities for the year ahead. A most helpful initiative to ensure that we can all provide support for the very worthy causes and themes identified across our County.

Such a good time was had by all, that Rachel Martin, Chairman’s Consort, decided that many of the Mayors and Chairs (together with the High Sheriff) had to be ‘taken down’ and an official record kept of the decision! The cells really are as spartan as they appear…….