Nicholas Young
The original creator of the Chobham Net back in 1999. Founding director of Reaper Enterprises Ltd and Nicholas Young & Co Photography (www.nry.co.uk).
Fairoaks submit bid to Airports Commission to be allowed to expand
Fairoaks airport have made a submission to the Airports Commission that outlines a longer runway and passenger facilities to handle larger business jets; as well as increasing flying training and helicopter flights.
Temporary A3095 Road Closures
UPDATE (18/09/2013): Due to additional preparation works for the roundabout, the A3095 roadwork closures have been revised. The overnight closures (8pm to 6am) will now take place from Thursday 26 September 2013 until Friday 4 October 2013.
As part of the Broadmoor Hospital redevelopment new road works, the A3095 will be closed both ways between Magdalene Road roundabout and the B3348, on Monday 23 September until Monday 30 September 2013, from 8pm to 6am daily. At all other times, one lane restrictions will remain in place managed by the existing temporary traffic light system.
Marguerite Howarth Artist of Surrey (1908-2001)
Marguerite Howarth lived locally and kept her sketchbook with her at home in Surrey, on holiday abroad and once retired, in Yorkshire, painting as she went. This exibition will explore the work of this talented artist, starting with her commercial work and turning to precise architectural pen and ink drawings following her move to Woking. There are eight drawings of Chobham.
Chobham Neighbourhood Plan Event
Get your imagination flowing by coming to the community event for the Chobham Neighbourhood Plan on Saturday the 14th September 2013. Drop in to St. Lawrence School Hall, opposite the Co.op store (click here for directions) anytime between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm.
Zumbathon for Meningitis Trust Charity
Head to the Lightwater leisure centre on Saturday 31st August at 12pm for a zumbathon to raise funds for the Meningitis Trust. Tickets to take part cost £8, and booking is advised.
Buy with Confidence
Looking for a trader you can rely on?
With autumn fast approaching, are you looking to make home improvements? Use Surrey’s Buy with Confidence scheme to find details of reliable local traders.
Trustees Required
Local charity, Age UK Runnymede and Spelthorne promote the wellbeing of older people by providing a variety of services, activities and practical support for the residents of Runnymede and Spelthorne.
Chobham Burymead Football Tournament 2013
This Saturday 22nd June 2013 is the popular annual Chobham Burymead FC Senior Six a Side Football Tournament.
It’s never too late to learn
If you’re baffled by computers or struggling to make the most of the internet, Surrey libraries have all the tools you need to learn how to take advantage of the online world – for free!
Even if you are completely new to computers or simply hoping to polish up on your skills and make the most of the internet, there are lots of online learning opportunities available through your local library.
You can join a free group session with other computer novices to learn basics such as how to use a keyboard and mouse, searching the internet and keeping in touch with your friends and family using email.
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can start to take advantage of many other online resources available from Surrey libraries. You can learn plenty of useful new skills such as using the internet for leisure activities like shopping or researching your family history. If you’re beginning to search for a new job or going back to work after a break, there are online courses to help with job applications and refreshing work-related skills.
You can also make a one to one appointment with one of our Computer Buddies, who will be able to guide you as you learn.
Can you help other people use computers and get online?
We’re looking for volunteer Computer Buddies who can give up a small amount of time to provide support on a one to one basis. By volunteering with us you can:
- Share your skills with others.
- Engage in your local community.
- Learn new skills and gain work experience.
- Enjoy interesting and rewarding experiences while helping others.
Visit www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries/learning or call 0300 200 1001 to find out more about online learning and to see how you can become a Computer Buddy. You can also follow @SurreyLibraries on Twitter.
Tired village pub gets a new lease of life from local independent pub company
Familiar to many who pass through the quaint village of Chobham The Four Horseshoes sits set back on Burrow Hill Green, a perfect picture postcard image any village would be proud of. Over recent years neglect has taken its toll on the tired building with peeling paintwork, rotten windows, pot holed car park, no heating.....