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W hat an eventful month July was!

Various sporting events -

Wimbledon, Henley, Silverstone

Gr and P r i x , T he Open

Championship and much more. We also saw the

very last NASA Space Shuttle Mission, and the

world's first artificial organ transplant.

We have been presented nearly every day with

news of some major event in the world. But in

the aftermath of the “scandal” that was widely

reported I would like to assure its readers that

The Bracknell Forester has definitely NOT been

involved in any phone hacking or illicit activity in

producing this, the August Edition of your

favourite magazine!

I hope you like it, and I particularly urge you to

read the fantastic story on the opposite page

about a lady and her very special friend. As a

dog owner myself this particularly pulls at my

heart strings!

All the usual features are here for you, from the

ever popular horoscope on Page 4 to the

Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs update on

Page 21.

As always, I ask you to support our advertisers,

without whom this magazine would not be

possible, and please don’t forget to mention The

Bracknell Forester when you contact them.

I hope you enjoy this edition, and please contact

me at any time with your feedback. In the

meantime, have a great August and I will be back

with you again in September.

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Story of a Best Friend

August Horoscope

Find Your BBQ Hotspot

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Local Societies and Groups

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Sue Powney from Bracknell has a rare neurological condition called Neuro-sarcoidosis. In 2010 her pet dog Sparky graduated as her canine partner and became a four-legged carer to be proud of.

S ue takes up the story - “Sparky has always shown himself to be an intelligent dog, especially in training classes. As my health took a significant turn for the worse,

I wondered if Sparky could be trained to help me in more practical ways. Some internet investigation led me to Canine Partners, who I contacted to see if they could help me.

“After sending in the application forms and following an initial review of the information we had provided, we were all invited to the national training centre in West Sussex. We met with several of the trainers who assessed Sparky’s basic behaviour and ability to learn. They also looked at my ability to work with him irrespective of any distraction offered, such as my family playing in the same field. We left that day hopeful that we had met the criteria for Sparky to be taken onto the Canine Partners training programme.

“Around a week later we received a call to say we had passed. Sparky was invited on a three-week assessment course to determine in more depth if he was suited to all aspects of becoming a fully qualified assistance dog. We were advised that due to Sparky’s age (he was eight at the time), the possibility of him meeting the strict criteria was slim but he had a chance. It was tough while Sparky was away from home but he made it through the three weeks and we received a call to say he could start his formal three-month training the following

January.

“We really missed Sparky while he was away but time passed quickly and before I knew it I was back with him, so I could learn about what he had been taught. I was amazed at all the things Sparky had learnt to do such as retrieving items, grabbing his food bowl, opening/closing doors, setting off my emergency alarm when required and helping with the washing.

“Despite all the practical tasks Sparky is now able to do, he really makes the difference when going out. He attracts positive attention, which has allowed my confidence to grow and having him by my side makes me feel safer. With Sparky by my side I now do voluntary work at my youngest son’s school three mornings a week. My health has improved and I can at times walk with a stick, which Sparky has learnt to retrieve on command. My husband now feels less worried when he is away from me, as he knows Sparky is always with me and can get help if I’m in trouble.

“All of this is down to the hard work, dedication and belief in both Sparky and myself from the wonderful staff at Canine Partners. My thanks go out to everyone involved in helping Sparky to develop from my family pet and companion into a true partner, my best friend.”

C a n i n e P a r t n e r s receives no government funding and is reliant on fundraising and gifts in wills. The Charity is h u g e l y grateful to staff from 3M in Bracknell who recently raised over £14,000 to sponsor a dog through its training by having a team take on the 3 Peaks Challenge. If you, your organization, school or company would like to take on a challenge for Canine Partners, please call 08456 580480 or visit

www.caninepartners.org.uk.

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August

Horoscopes By Patrick Arundell

Aries (Mar 21st - Apr 20th)

Taurus (Apr 21st - May 21st)

Gemini (May 22nd - Jun 21st)

Libra (Sep 24th - Oct 23rd)

Scorpio (Oct 24th - Nov 22nd)

Sagittarius (Nov 23rd - Dec 21st)

Capricorn (Dec 22nd - Jan 20th)

Aquarius (Jan 21st - Feb 19th)

Pisces (Feb 20th - Mar 20th)

Cancer (Jun 22nd - Jul 23rd)

Leo (Jul 24th - Aug 23rd)

Virgo (Aug 24th - Sep 23rd)

This is a mixed month, especially as Mercury turns retrograde early on. Think carefully before signing any major contracts, taking out loans or buying any big-ticket items. There are also some rather tense aspects during the second week which could lead to frustration and frayed tempers. Mind how you go. The New Moon at the month's end can, however, coincide with a new health kick.

If you are going away on holiday for at least part of this month, you are probably doing the wise thing. You won't have to worry too much about the backward rotation of Mercury and can take everything in your stride. If you are going to be working, give yourself plenty of time and don't leave deadlines until the last minute. The New Moon promises new or revitalized love

Mars is stirring up your money zone and Mercury, your personal planet, turns retrograde. It's going to be a time to rely less on logic and more on your intuition. You may feel frustrated as you won't get as much done as quickly as you would like, but sometimes this has its advantages. A delay may work in your favour and give you time to find better solutions, in the end.

Financial affairs may be subject to glitches and frustrations for much of the month as Mercury turns retrograde. If you are thinking about making a major purchase, proceed cautiously. Something may not work properly or be suitable. Wait until the end of the month before you splash out. Mars in your sign gives you extra courage to sort out problems that require you to be assertive.

If you find nothing seems to work or your mood feels up and down, it's because of the role of a psychological Mars and Mercury rewinding. To compensate, come up with ideas that are unique, highly creative and perfect for the job in hand. The focus shifts to your personal financial zone later in the month and a New Moon in this sector brings the chance of new streams of income.

This is the time of year when it helps to take life more easily. Don't try to do too much. You need to recharge your batteries and think more about your wider priorities and deeper needs. Mercury is retrograde for much of the month anyway so try to put off making any binding decisions as conditions may change. The New Moon in your sign on the 29th does, though, herald a fresh start.

Mars zips into your career zone where it encourages you to be proactive and to develop a vision of what could be if you really went for it. Don't be content with the tried and trusted, be adventurous. You might find yourself doing an about-turn around one decision linked to your future and this may see you go through a few sleepless nights. But it'll all work out for the best.

Your relationships bring you a lot of pleasure and support. You can't believe your luck. Don't worry, this phase is set to continue. However, one area where ties may be more testing can be around your career. If you are too forceful someone influential may not be impressed. However, the last ten days of the month are highly promising. One friendship could turn into something more.

A mixed month but you can make progress if you play your astrological cards right. Your career zone moves into focus with a fabulous New Moon at the end of the month, ushering in a time of new beginnings. If you start a new job or project you will do very well out of it. But if you hope to jet off anywhere earlier in the month, perhaps with a group of friends, there may be a glitch.

Mars moves into your relationship zone, stirring up your love life and bringing up issues that you may have preferred not to think about. Mercury will be retrograde too for much of the month, so trying to get your message across might not be easy. There is plenty of potential, unfortunately, for misunderstandings. But despite all of this, a genuine love can grow deeper and stronger.

This can be a very important month for matters of the heart. You are not always the most forthcoming person when it comes to sacrificing your freedom and because there may be more than one person who is attracted to you, a big decision may be needed. Settled? Maybe it's time to say how you really feel. There is, however, also the possibility of a windfall if you are canny.

A lovely New Moon later in the month in Virgo brings the chance of a fresh start, especially where your relationships are concerned. But prior to this Mercury will be retrograde so don't be surprised if you experience frustration and delays, especially at work. Make sure you back up important files and keep your anti-virus software up to date. Ward off stress with a sensible diet.

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Find your BBQ

HotSpot

According to research, more than half of us do not even know that there are locations all over England where it is legal to barbecue (although apparently that hasn't stopped 26% of us having a barbecue where we know we shouldn't!). Happily, finding local venues to barbecue is becoming easier every day, thanks to groups such as Red Tractor (an independent organisation set up to encourage good agricultural practice) who are working hard to open up the world of cooking. The latest campaign from Red Tractor beef and lamb is called Grillocations. "If you're short of garden space or simply fancy a change of scenery... Grillocations shows you public places all over Britain where it's legal to barbecue," says spokesperson and TV presenter Andi Peters.

Try these recipes from Simply Lamb and Beef's Grillocations campaignA (Serves 4) Cooking time: 12-16 minutes

Make sure you're set for the summer cooking season.

Gourmet burgers with tarragon mayonnaise

Visit www.simplybeefandlamb.co.uk/grillocations to discover your nearest barbecue-friendly spot.

450g/1lb lean beef or lamb mince 1 small onion, peeled and grated 60ml/4tbsp prepared fruit pickle or chutney 15-30ml/1-2tbsp freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley Salt and freshly milled black pepper Oil, for brushing

For the Tarragon Mayonnaise: 200ml/7floz prepared mayonnaise 15-30ml/1-2tbsp freshly chopped tarragon Salt and freshly milled black pepper Juice of ½ lemon

In a large bowl, mix all the burger ingredients together except the oil. Using slightly damp hands shape the mixture into four 10cm/4inch burgers. Cover and chill for 20 minutes. Meanwhile prepare the tarragon mayonnaise; in a small bowl mix all the ingredients together and set aside. Brush each burger with a little oil and cook under a preheated, moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 6-8 minutes on both sides until cooked and until any meat juices run clear. Serve in bread rolls of your choice with the mayonnaise and cabbage and radish slaw.

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Cooking time: (Based on a 2cm/½ inch thick steak) Rare: 2½ minutes on each side Medium: 4 minutes on each side Well done: 6 minutes on each side 4 lean rib-eye, sirloin or rump steaks 60ml/4tbsp fresh thyme leaves 30ml/2tbsp basil or olive oil Salt and freshly milled black pepper 1 small ciabatta loaf, sliced 2 small garlic cloves, peeled and cut in half lengthways Extra olive oil, for drizzling Juice of 1 lime 1 x 100g bag salad leaves For the Beetroot and Lemon Mayonnaise: 120ml/8tbsp reduced calorie mayonnaise 2 small cooked beetroot (not in vinegar) peeled and finely chopped 60ml/4tbsp freshly chopped chives Grated zest of 1 lemon To prepare the beetroot and lemon mayonnaise, place the ingredients into a large bowl, season, mix together and chill until required. In a shallow bowl mix together the thyme leaves, basil or olive oil and seasoning. Coat the steaks on both sides with the mixture and set aside. Place the ciabatta slices on a clean chopping board and rub on both sides with the garlic. Drizzle with the extra olive oil. Lightly toast the slices on a prepared barbecue, turning once. Cook the steaks on a prepared barbecue according to your preference. Remove from the heat, squeeze over the lime juice and set aside to rest for 5 minutes. Transfer the bread slices onto 4 warmed plates and spread with a little of the may-onnaise. Garnish with a few salad leaves. Slice the steaks and arrange over the salad leaves then finish with a spoonful of mayonnaise.

Rib-eye bruschetta

with beetroot and lemon mayonnaise

(Serves 4)

Paprika lamb skewers Cooking time: 12-16 minutes 675g/1½lb lean lamb mince Salt and freshly milled black pepper 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped 15ml/1tbsp dried mixed herbs 15ml/1tbsp paprika powder In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together. Using slightly damp hands divide the mixture into 6 portions. Roll each portion into a sausage shape and mould around 6 long wooden (previously soaked in water) or metal skewers or 12 small skewers. Cover and chill for 20 minutes. Cook the lamb skewers under a preheated moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked and any meat juices run clear. Serve the skewers on top of grilled Mediterranean flat bread, a side salad and a dollop of prepared houmous.

(Serves 6)

Cabbage and radish slaw (to accompany burgers) (Serves 4) No cooking required ½ green cabbage shredded 4 radishes, thinly sliced 45ml/3tbsp cider vinegar 45ml/3tbsp rapeseed oil Salt and freshly milled black pepper Mix all the ingredients together and serve with the burgers.

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After witnessing a mysterious train crash in the summer of 1979, a group of friends begin to notice strange happenings going on around their small town, and decide to investigate the creepy phenomenon. Released: 5th August

Cinema

An origin story set in present day San Francisco, where man's own experiments with genetic engineering lead to the development of intelligence in apes and the onset of a war for supremacy Released: 11th August

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

A spaceship arrives in Arizona, 1873, to take over the Earth, starting with the Wild West region. A posse of cowboys is all that stands in their way. Released: 19th August

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Release dates correct at time of publication but may change without prior notice

DVDs August Releases LIMITLESS The story centres on a down-and-out writer who gets his hands on a top-secret pharmaceutical drug that makes one smarter. He experiences sudden financial and social success but soon discovers that the drug has lethal and lasting side effects, including "trip-switching," a phenomenon in which time moves with a stop-motion quality. Before long, mysterious antagonists are pursuing him. Released: 1st August

SOURCE CODE Jake Gyllenhaal headlines this sci-fi time-travel thriller. A bomb explodes on a Chicago train, derailing the locomotive and killing hundreds. In an attempt to identify the bomber and prevent another, larger attack on downtown Chicago, Captain Colter Stevens (Gyllenhaal) agrees to take part in a clandestine government experiment dubbed "Source Code," which allows him to enter the body of a male passenger during the eight minutes before the man is killed. But during his first trip back, Capt. Stevens fails to gather enough clues to prevent the second attack. With time quickly running out, he repeats the mission ad nauseam in a desperate race to head off one of the most deadly terrorist attacks ever to take place on American soil. Released: 15th August

RED RIDING HOOD Young Valerie (Amanda Seyfried) feels torn between two men. She loves Peter, but her parents intend that she marry wealthy Henry. Valerie and Peter plan to run away together, but before they can put the plan into action, her sister is killed by a werewolf. The villagers call in Father Solomon (Gary Oldman), a famous monster hunter, to help, but when Solomon warns that the beast takes human form by day, Valerie begins to suspect that the werewolf is someone she loves. Released: 22nd August

HOP Jobless slacker Fred (James Marsden) discovers that hares make horrible houseguests after injuring the Easter Bunny (Russell Brand) and agreeing to nurse the little hopper back to health in this animated comedy from the writers of Despicable Me. For the past 4,000 years, the Easter Bunny has brought joy and candy to kids all across the globe; however, the time has come for a new Easter Bunny to take over the tradition. Released: 29th August

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August 2011

Wednesday 24th August 10.00 am

Walk in Crowthorne Woods

We wondered whether to change the venue of the walk but we have decided to still visit the site of the

fires and then perhaps walk the same route again in a couple of years to see the Woods' regeneration.

Meet at Car Park at start of Devil's Highway off Bracknell Road - 4-mile walk on tracks

Ring 07531 116769 or email us for more details

If you are interested in this event or wish to join The Bracknell Forest Society and have your

voice heard: visit www.thebracknellforestsociety.org.uk

Or Tel: 07531 116769.

Membership costs: £10 individual, £15 Couple/Family, Corporate £50, Lifelong £100

Cheques payable to: The Bracknell Forest Society

Send to: Membership Secretary, 15 Wallingford Close, Bracknell, RG12 9JE

Come and join us and get involved in all matters concerning Bracknell Forest

Parks and Countryside EventsParks and Countryside EventsParks and Countryside EventsParks and Countryside Events

A wide range of events and activities take place in the parks and countryside sites of Bracknell Forest throughout the year including walks, talks, volunteering and educational activities for the public.

Walking Events for August 2011

Discover the Countryside Mid-week walk, starting at 10:30am Tuesday August 16 - Moderate Travels to the North Meet: Junction of Nuptown Lane & Hawthorne

Lane, Warfield, RG42 6HU. Map Ref: 890736

Walk with the Rangers Get active and keep fit. Take a steady walk for 3 miles at 3mph. On the second Wednesday of the month at 10am August 10 – Lake, River and Ridges Meet: Horseshoe Lake car park, off Mill Lane,

Sandhurst, GU47 8JW.

Litter Busting Events - Take Pride in Bracknell Forest Conservation: Litter pickers at the ready! Join the site Ranger in a clean up of these wildlife havens. Suitable for all ages. Refreshments, gloves and tools will be provided. www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/takepride

Please note there are no events of this type during August. The next event will be during September.

Other Events for August 2011 Tuesday 2 August anytime between 1pm – 3pm Orienteering Open Event at Lily Hill Park Activity: Enjoy a taste of orienteering on the permanent course set up at Lily Hill Park. Test your physical and mental fitness by reading maps, finding points and solving the puzzle! Turn up anytime between 1pm and 3pm. Suitable for all. Meet: Lily Hill Park, Lily Hill Road, Bracknell, RG12 2RX. Thursday 11 August 2pm – 4pm WildOnes: The Great Outdoors at Lily Hill Park Activity: From folklore to fire – learn about the wonder of trees and plants, and have a go at campfire cookery. Best suited for 6 years+. Cost: £2. Meet: Main car park, off Lily Hill Road, Bracknell, RG12 2RX. Booking required. Friday 19 August 7.30pm – 9pm Creatures of the Night at Lily Hill Park Activity: Join us as the sun sets and we search for the bats and moths

http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/leisure/leis-parks-and-countryside

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Last month we told you about our desperate search for a

new headquarters for the team. We are delighted to

report that we found one and not only does it meet our

requirements, it more than exceeds them! Each and

every member of the Team would like to thank our new

landlords, Clive and Julie Greenway, for their support

and generosity in making these premises available to us.

The building is bigger than we ever imagined we would

find and is ideally located on Maidenhead Road on the

Binfield/Wokingham border so remains close to our

normal training areas. We now have store rooms, a

training room, small kitchen area and other rooms which

we haven’t yet decided what to do with!

We moved in on the 1st

of July and our new

headquarters has already been used for weekly training

evenings and a weekend National Navigation Award

Scheme (Bronze Level) course, which was passed by 14

members.

The last few weeks have been very busy for the Team,

with training courses and several callouts (one lasting 3

days and attended by more than half of our operational

members over that period). In addition to the

Navigation Course we have had several members

attending their Search & Rescue Technicians Course

(required training to become an operational Search

Technician) and also a Team Leader Course.

Now, more than ever, we need to rely on the generosity

of our supporters to help us fund the rent for our new

Headquarters and the courses we need to run to keep

our members skills at the highest level.

We are attending a number of events in August to help

boost our fundraising, come along and see us on

20th

/21st

August at the Berkshire 4x4 Show

(http://www.berkshire4x4show.co.uk/)

and 27th

/28th

August at The Egham Royal Show

(http://www.eghamroyalshow.org.uk/)

we’d love to see you there!

www.k9-sar.com or via email to [email protected]

Niki Toogood

Press Officer

Berkshire Search & Rescue Dogs

Registered Charity No. 1120479

Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs August UpdateAugust UpdateAugust UpdateAugust Update

As a keen believer of getting back to basics and away from the humdrum of our modern world, I have been taking an interest food

and where it comes from. I discovered quite surprisingly that during the second world war it was a period of time that we Brits had

the healthiest diets. Owing to food shortages, people were encouraged to grow their own food in a campaign called “Dig for

Victory”. With a diet consisting of little meat and animal fats but plenty of fruit and veg it was a matter of survival, and pretty

much everyone had to grow their own if they were to feed their families.

In stark contrast with this and as demonstrated on TV by Jamie Oliver and other celebrity chefs, I have been shocked to realise that

not only do many children of secondary school age not know the names of many fruit and veg, or what animal certain meats come

from, but they have never even tasted some foods that used to be so commonplace.

So for myself and my children I decided to start growing some veg in my tiny garden. As a child we often had a small vegetable

patch, so I had a little knowledge but found lots of helpful information on the net. My daughter and I have started to grow

potatoes, carrots, runner beans and herbs and so far our harvest is looking good.

Our parsnips and swede, however were not very successful and would not have fed a small family of mice. It did cause a lot of

laughs though, and my son was highly amused. Being the sort of person I am, my over active imagination got me thinking that

growing our own produce could be helpful in many ways. I was thinking that if every primary school allocated a reasonable sized

plot within the school grounds, children would be able to see how to grow fruit and vegetables, and would realise that they are

grown in the ground and don't come from a tin or a plastic bag in the freezer. I also considered that parents that have a few spare

hours could help run the plots and that the produce could be used in the school kitchens for very little cost. In turn this would

reduce the price of a school meal and everyone would feel safe in the knowledge that their kids were eating fresh organic produce

as part of their school day.

We all know that we should aim to eat our 5 a day to stay healthy and I think this could be a great step in the right direction to

achieving this. Taking this further, some schools may even be able to keep chickens for their eggs. The possibilities are endless. So

why not give it go and create you own fresh produce in your green space. We have found it very enjoyable, maybe you will too.

Thought for The MonthThought for The MonthThought for The MonthThought for The Month Kirsten Hartney-Rayment shares some thoughts

about getting back to basics

Sow some seeds and grow some knowledge . . . . .

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The Wilde Theatre (and SHP Grounds)

As You Like It

14 Aug 2011 - 15 Aug 2011 venue: SHP Grounds

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26 Aug 2011 - 27 Aug 2011 venue: Wilde Theatre Youth Music Theatre Prior to the West End A new lunar musical by James Bourne & Elliot Davis from the team that brought you Loserville the Musical

Fusion Asia Bracknell 2011 (FAB)

6 August 2011 venue: SHP Grounds

Unseen Dreams

Produced by Jaswinder Singh

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Bracknell (Central) LibraryBracknell (Central) LibraryBracknell (Central) LibraryBracknell (Central) Library Mon 9.30 - 5.00

Town Square Tue 9.30 - 7.00

Bracknell Wed CLOSED

Berkshire Thu 9.30 - 7.00

RG12 1BH Fri 9.30 - 7.00

Tel: 01344 423149 Sat 9.30 - 4.00

Fax: 01344 411392

Email: [email protected]

Ascot Heath LibraryAscot Heath LibraryAscot Heath LibraryAscot Heath Library Mon 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 7.00

Fernbank Road Tue 2.00 - 5.00

North Ascot Wed CLOSED

Berkshire Thu 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 7.00

SL5 8LA Fri 2.00 - 5.00

Tel: 01344 884030Tel: 01344 884030Tel: 01344 884030Tel: 01344 884030 Sat 9.30 - 12.30

Fax: 01344 885472Fax: 01344 885472Fax: 01344 885472Fax: 01344 885472

Binfield LibraryBinfield LibraryBinfield LibraryBinfield Library Mon 2.00 - 7.00

Benetfeld Road Tue 2.00 - 5.00

Binfield Wed CLOSED

RG42 4JZ Thu 9.30 - 5.00

Tel: 01344 306663Tel: 01344 306663Tel: 01344 306663Tel: 01344 306663 Fri 2.00 - 5.00

Fax: 01344 486467 Sat 9.30 - 4.00

Birch Hill LibraryBirch Hill LibraryBirch Hill LibraryBirch Hill Library Mon 2.00 - 5.00

Leppington Tue 10.00 – 12.30 & 2.00 - 5.00

Birch Hill Wed CLOSED

Bracknell Thu 10.00 - 12.30 & 2.00 - 5.00

RG12 7WW Fri 2.00 - 7.00

Tel: 01344 456526Tel: 01344 456526Tel: 01344 456526Tel: 01344 456526 Sat 9.30-12.30

Fax: 01344 484589Fax: 01344 484589Fax: 01344 484589Fax: 01344 484589

Crowthorne LibraryCrowthorne LibraryCrowthorne LibraryCrowthorne Library Mon 9.30 – 5.00

162 High Street Tue 9.30 – 5.00

Crowthorne Wed 9.30 – 5.00

RG45 7AT Thu 9.30 – 7.00

Tel: 01344 776431Tel: 01344 776431Tel: 01344 776431Tel: 01344 776431 Fri 9.30 – 5.00

Fax: 01344 778552 Sat 9.30 – 4.00

Great Hollands LibraryGreat Hollands LibraryGreat Hollands LibraryGreat Hollands Library Mon CLOSED

The Square Tue CLOSED

Great Hollands Wed 9.30 – 12.30 & 2.00 - 7.00

Bracknell Thu CLOSED

RG12 8UX Fri 9.30 - 12.30 & 2.00 - 5.00

Tel: 01344 424095 Sat 9.30 - 12.30

Fax: 01344 409787

Harmans Water LibraryHarmans Water LibraryHarmans Water LibraryHarmans Water Library Mon 9.30 – 12.30 & 2.00 - 7.00

The Square Tue 10.00 – 12.30

Harmans Water Wed CLOSED

Bracknell Thu 2.00 - 5.00

RG12 9LP Fri CLOSED

Tel: 01344 423660 Sat 9.30 - 12.30

Fax: 01344 454058

Sandhurst LibrarySandhurst LibrarySandhurst LibrarySandhurst Library Mon 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 5.00

The Broadway Tue 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 7.00

Sandhurst Wed CLOSED

GU47 9BL Thu 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 5.00

Tel: 01252 870161 Fri 9.30 - 1.00 & 2.00 - 5.00

Fax: 01252 878285 Sat 9.30 – 4.00

Whitegrove LibraryWhitegrove LibraryWhitegrove LibraryWhitegrove Library Mon 9.30 – 5.00

5 County Lane Tue 9.30 – 5.00

Warfield Wed 9.30 – 6.00

Bracknell RG42 3JP Thu 9.30 – 5.00

Tel: 01344 424211 Fri 9.30 – 5.00

Fax: 01344 861233 Sat 9.30 – 4.00

Libraries

Lib

rarie

s

THE BRACKNELL FORESTER

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Crownwood Medical CentreCrownwood Medical CentreCrownwood Medical CentreCrownwood Medical Centre

4a Crown Row

Crown Wood

RG12 0TH

Tel: 01344 310202 Forest End Medical CentreForest End Medical CentreForest End Medical CentreForest End Medical Centre

Ringmead

Birch Hill

RG12 7PG

Tel: 01344 421364 Ringmead Medical Practice Ringmead Medical Practice Ringmead Medical Practice Ringmead Medical Practice

–––– Birch HillBirch HillBirch HillBirch Hill

Birch Hill Medical Centre

Leppington

Bracknell

RG12 7WW

Tel: 0844 477 3609 The Waterfield PracticeThe Waterfield PracticeThe Waterfield PracticeThe Waterfield Practice

Ralphs Ride

Harmans Water

RG12 9LH

Tel: 01344 454626 Boundary House SurgeryBoundary House SurgeryBoundary House SurgeryBoundary House Surgery

Mount Lane

Bracknell

RG12 9PG

Tel: 01344 483900 Dr Arora & PartnersDr Arora & PartnersDr Arora & PartnersDr Arora & Partners

Great Hollands Square

Bracknell

RG12 8WY

Tel: 08444 773867 Ringmead Medical Practice Ringmead Medical Practice Ringmead Medical Practice Ringmead Medical Practice ----

Great HollandsGreat HollandsGreat HollandsGreat Hollands

Great Hollands Health Centre

Great Hollands Square

Bracknell

RG12 8WY

Tel: 0844 4773614

Crown Wood Dental SurgeryCrown Wood Dental SurgeryCrown Wood Dental SurgeryCrown Wood Dental Surgery 10 Crown Row

Bracknell

RG12 0TH

Tel: 01344 482882 The Dental Centre Ltd (PDS)The Dental Centre Ltd (PDS)The Dental Centre Ltd (PDS)The Dental Centre Ltd (PDS) 50A Ripplesmere

Harmanswater

RG12 9QA

Tel: 01344 425522 Dental SurgeryDental SurgeryDental SurgeryDental Surgery 12 Bywood

Bracknell

RG12 7RF

Tel: 01344 425477

Doctors

Dentists

Dr TayDr TayDr TayDr Tay Skimped Hill Lane

Bracknell

RG12 1LH

Tel: 01344 306936

Balfron PracticeBalfron PracticeBalfron PracticeBalfron Practice Skimped Hill Health Centre

Skimped Hill Lane

Bracknell

RG12 1LH

Tel: 01344 306613 The Waterfield PracticeThe Waterfield PracticeThe Waterfield PracticeThe Waterfield Practice Warfield Green Medical Centre

1 County Lane

Warfield

RG42 3JP

Tel: 01344 869771 The Gainsborough PracticeThe Gainsborough PracticeThe Gainsborough PracticeThe Gainsborough Practice Warfield Green Medical Centre

1 County Lane

Warfield

RG42 3JP

Tel: 01344 428742

Health

care

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Birch Hill PharmacyBirch Hill PharmacyBirch Hill PharmacyBirch Hill Pharmacy 97 Liscombe

Birch Hill

Bracknell

RG12 7DE

01344 423828

Easthampstead PharmacyEasthampstead PharmacyEasthampstead PharmacyEasthampstead Pharmacy 8 Rectory Row

Easthampstead

Bracknell

RG12 7BN

01344 421755

Great Hollands PharmacyGreat Hollands PharmacyGreat Hollands PharmacyGreat Hollands Pharmacy 6 Great Hollands Square

Great Hollands

Bracknell

RG12 8UX

01344 420293

Bullbrook PharmacyBullbrook PharmacyBullbrook PharmacyBullbrook Pharmacy 3 Bullbrook Row

Bracknell

RG12 2NL

01344 454012

Lloyds PharmacyLloyds PharmacyLloyds PharmacyLloyds Pharmacy 3 Market Place

Bracknell

RG12 1DT

01344 489188

Lloyds PharmacyLloyds PharmacyLloyds PharmacyLloyds Pharmacy Terrace Road North

Binfield

RG12 5JG

01344 868486

Moss ChemistsMoss ChemistsMoss ChemistsMoss Chemists 5 The Square

Harmanswater

Bracknell

RG12 3LP

01344 425599

THE BRACKNELL FORESTER

Deepfield Road Dental PracticeDeepfield Road Dental PracticeDeepfield Road Dental PracticeDeepfield Road Dental Practice 68 Deepfield Road Bracknell RG12 2NX

Tel: 01344 454874

The Dental Centre Ltd (Bracknell)The Dental Centre Ltd (Bracknell)The Dental Centre Ltd (Bracknell)The Dental Centre Ltd (Bracknell) Dental Surgery 28a Charles Square Bracknell RG12 1DF Tel: 01344 427321 Park House Dental SurgeryPark House Dental SurgeryPark House Dental SurgeryPark House Dental Surgery 20 Park Road Bracknell RG12 2LU Tel: 01344 425522 Crossways Dental SurgeryCrossways Dental SurgeryCrossways Dental SurgeryCrossways Dental Surgery 11-13 High Street Bracknell RG12 1DL Tel: 01344 484466 The Dental Centre Ltd (Broadway)The Dental Centre Ltd (Broadway)The Dental Centre Ltd (Broadway)The Dental Centre Ltd (Broadway) Broadway Dental Surgery 114a The Broadway Bracknell RG12 1AR Tel: 01344 423881 Community Dental ClinicCommunity Dental ClinicCommunity Dental ClinicCommunity Dental Clinic Skimped Hill Health Centre Skimped Hill Bracknell RG12 1LH Tel: 01344 458125 Rounds Hill Dental PracticeRounds Hill Dental PracticeRounds Hill Dental PracticeRounds Hill Dental Practice 8 Wokingham Road Bracknell RG42 1PB Tel: 01344 640022 Dental SurgeryDental SurgeryDental SurgeryDental Surgery 129 Binfield Road Bracknell RG42 2BD Tel: 01344 426000 Warwick House Dental SurgeryWarwick House Dental SurgeryWarwick House Dental SurgeryWarwick House Dental Surgery 104 Moordale Avenue Bracknell RG42 1SY Tel: 01344 423884

Chemists

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Living Word Community Living Word Community Living Word Community Living Word Community

FellowshipFellowshipFellowshipFellowship

61 Brownrigg Crescent

Bracknell

RG12 2PY

Tel: 01344 442659 Great Hollands Free ChurchGreat Hollands Free ChurchGreat Hollands Free ChurchGreat Hollands Free Church

P.O Box 3975

Bracknell

RG12 8ZE

Tel: 01344 426861 St. Michael & St. Mary St. Michael & St. Mary St. Michael & St. Mary St. Michael & St. Mary

Magdalene Magdalene Magdalene Magdalene

(Parish Office)(Parish Office)(Parish Office)(Parish Office)

Crowthorne Rd

Easthampsted

Bracknell

RG12 7ER

Tel: 01344 425205 Easthampstead Baptist ChurchEasthampstead Baptist ChurchEasthampstead Baptist ChurchEasthampstead Baptist Church

South Hill Rd

Bracknell

RG12 7NS

Tel: 01344 487744 Kerith Community ChurchKerith Community ChurchKerith Community ChurchKerith Community Church

The Kerith Centre

Church Rd Bracknell

RG12 1EH

Tel: 01344 862699 St. Pauls United Reformed ChurchSt. Pauls United Reformed ChurchSt. Pauls United Reformed ChurchSt. Pauls United Reformed Church

The Square

Bracknell

RG12 9LP

Tel: 01344 304626 Emmanuel ChapelEmmanuel ChapelEmmanuel ChapelEmmanuel Chapel Netherton

Bracknell

RG12 7DX

Tel: 01344 451693 Bracknell Methodist ChurchBracknell Methodist ChurchBracknell Methodist ChurchBracknell Methodist Church

Shepherds Lane

Bracknell

RG42 2DD

Tel: 01344 411417 www.bracknellmethodist.org.uk

St. Joseph R.C ChurchSt. Joseph R.C ChurchSt. Joseph R.C ChurchSt. Joseph R.C Church

Stanley Walk

Bracknell

RG12 1HA

Tel: 01344 425729 Church of Jesus Christ of LatterChurch of Jesus Christ of LatterChurch of Jesus Christ of LatterChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter----day day day day

SaintsSaintsSaintsSaints

Ringmead

Hanworth

Bracknell

RG12 7AT

Tel: 01344 455839

St. Margaret Clitherow R.C ChurchSt. Margaret Clitherow R.C ChurchSt. Margaret Clitherow R.C ChurchSt. Margaret Clitherow R.C Church 202 Ringmead

Hanworth

Bracknell

RG12 7AT

Tel: 01344 423093 New Covenant (Pentecostal) New Covenant (Pentecostal) New Covenant (Pentecostal) New Covenant (Pentecostal) ChurchChurchChurchChurch

Crowthorne Rd North

Bracknell

RG12 7AU

Tel: 01344 300018

Newbold ChurchNewbold ChurchNewbold ChurchNewbold Church

(Seventh Day Adventist Church)(Seventh Day Adventist Church)(Seventh Day Adventist Church)(Seventh Day Adventist Church)

Popeswood Road

Binfield

Bracknell

RG42 4AN Tel: 01344 401792

www.newboldchurch.org The Redeemed Christian Church of The Redeemed Christian Church of The Redeemed Christian Church of The Redeemed Christian Church of

God Bracknell Victorious Assembly God Bracknell Victorious Assembly God Bracknell Victorious Assembly God Bracknell Victorious Assembly

Parish (BVA)Parish (BVA)Parish (BVA)Parish (BVA)

Easthampstead & Wildridings

Community Centre

Rectory Lane

Bracknell ,RG12 7BH.

Tel: 07932609035

Email: [email protected]

The Church @ the Pines The Church @ the Pines The Church @ the Pines The Church @ the Pines

(Methodist/Anglican)(Methodist/Anglican)(Methodist/Anglican)(Methodist/Anglican)

The Lower School

The Pines School

Hanworth Road

Bracknell

RG12 7WX

Tel: 01344 426741

&

Church &

Com

munity

Churches Church Groups

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THE BRACKNELL FORESTER

Community CentresCommunity CentresCommunity CentresCommunity Centres Great Holland Great Holland Great Holland Great Holland NeighbourhoodNeighbourhoodNeighbourhoodNeighbourhood

OrganisationOrganisationOrganisationOrganisation

2 Great Hollands Square

Bracknell

RG12 8UX

Tel: 01344 422170 Martins Heron & The Warren Martins Heron & The Warren Martins Heron & The Warren Martins Heron & The Warren

Community CentreCommunity CentreCommunity CentreCommunity Centre

Whitton Rd

Bracknell

RG12 9TZ

Email: community.centre@

mhwca.co.uk

Birch Hill Community CentreBirch Hill Community CentreBirch Hill Community CentreBirch Hill Community Centre

Leppington

Bracknell

RG12 7WW

Tel: 01344 302660 Hanworth Community Hanworth Community Hanworth Community Hanworth Community

AssociationAssociationAssociationAssociation

The Pine Community

Centre

Hanworth Rd

Hanworth

Bracknell

RG12 7WX

Tel: 01344 423487

Crown Wood Community Crown Wood Community Crown Wood Community Crown Wood Community

AssociationAssociationAssociationAssociation

Opladen Way

Crown Wood

Bracknell

RG12 0PE

Tel: 01344 451822

Forest Park Community CentreForest Park Community CentreForest Park Community CentreForest Park Community Centre

Horndean Road

Forest Park

Bracknell

RG12 0XQ Tel: 01344 302872

Email: [email protected]

Bracknell Team MinistryBracknell Team MinistryBracknell Team MinistryBracknell Team Ministry

Parish Office

Langley Hall

The Ring

Bracknell

RG12 1HD

Tel: 01344 867383

Holy Trinity Church

The Ring

Bracknell

RG12 1HD

St. Andrew's Church

Priestwood Court Road

Priestwood

Bracknell

RG42 1TU

St. Paul's, Harmanswater

Lowbury,

Harman's water,

Bracknell,

RG12 9HY

Warfield Church CongregationsWarfield Church CongregationsWarfield Church CongregationsWarfield Church Congregations

St Michael the Archangel

Warfield

RG42 6EG

All Saints

Warfield Church of England

Primary School

Warfield

RG42 3SS

St Peter's

Whitegrove Primary School

Westmorland Drive

RG42 3QS

Eternity Bullbrook

Holly Spring School

Bullbrook

RG12 2SW

Eternity Youth Church

St Michael the Archangel

Contact Warfield Church Office for details: 01344 886900 [email protected]

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Fire/Police/Ambulance 999

NHS Direct 0845 4647

Aids Helpline 0800 567123

Alcoholics Anonymous 08457 697555

Age Concern 0800 009966

Childline 0800 1111

Cruse Bereavement

Counselling 0870 167 1677

Disability 01302 310123

Drugs Helpline 0800 776600

Environment Agency 0800 807060

Family Tracing 020 7367 4747

Family Planning Assoc 020 7837 4044

Gamblers Anonymous 020 7384 3040

Lone Parent 0800 018 5026

Missing Persons 0500 700700

National Debt Line 0808 808 4000

NSPCC 0800 800500

Rape & Abuse Line 0808 8000 123

RSPCA 0870 5555 999

Samaritans 08457 909090

Shelter Line 0808 800 4444

Victim Support 0845 3030 900

Ostomate Support GroupOstomate Support GroupOstomate Support GroupOstomate Support Group

Martins Heron & The Warren

Community Centre (Near

Tesco)

Whitton Road, Martins Heron

Mondays 2.00-4.00pm

Contact: Jackie Dudley

01344 426652

E-Mail:

[email protected]

Bracknell Area Deaf & Hard Bracknell Area Deaf & Hard Bracknell Area Deaf & Hard Bracknell Area Deaf & Hard

of Hearing Club of Hearing Club of Hearing Club of Hearing Club

Meeting every first and third

Monday 2-4pm

Kerith Centre off Church

Road, Bracknell

National Help Lines

Help

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The Alzheimer's Society in Bracknell The Alzheimer's Society in Bracknell The Alzheimer's Society in Bracknell The Alzheimer's Society in Bracknell

and Surrounding Areasand Surrounding Areasand Surrounding Areasand Surrounding Areas

The last meeting for this term will be

August 1st

Future Dates will be:-

5th Sept to 17th October

31st October to 19th December

16th January to 6th February 2012

Langley Hall, Holy Trinity Church

The Ring, Bracknell Town Centre.

Drop In ServiceDrop In ServiceDrop In ServiceDrop In Service

Every Wednesday, 10am to 12 noon

The Look In Cafe, 44 The Broadway

Bracknell Town Centre.

Our volunteers are happy to give help &

advice to People with Dementia,

their families & carers in a casual

friendly atmosphere over a cup of tea

or coffee.

For further details of either service

phone 01344 421292

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Rampworld

Caroline York

Charlie Brown Photography

Bracknell Trading Standards

New Hope

Bracknell Forest Council

TTC Signs

Elgar Physiotherapy

3G Graphics

Billingbear Park Golf Club

Warfield Park

Paul White Plumbing

Dave Alan Unisex Hairdresser

Feet First & Beauty Clinic

Bracknell Business Exchange

Chips Away

Warfield Garage

Travelbag

The Bracknell Forester

Petpals

Block and Deck Cleaning Services

The Kitchen Refurbishment Company

Ed’s Garden Maintenance

Twyford Lighting

The Victoria Arms

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