Although she was born in Watford where she spent most of her early life, she moved to Shepperton during the war. She had two young children and a stepson of eight years old but worked in the local Sound City (now Shepperton Studios).
An Old Sheppertonian – Harriet Lilian Palmer Read More »
At the end of March mothers all over the country will be celebrated with cards, flowers and maybe a trip to a local restaurant. When I reflect on the person I am, my values and my interests, I know I have so much to thank my mother for.
What I learned from my Mother Read More »
The River Thames forms a large part of the Spelthorne Borough boundary. Although this provides a pleasant environment to live and pursue leisure interests in, the downside is that the risk of flooding has always been with us.
Floods Past and Present Read More »
Having pulled through recent flooding we reflect on past floods and marvel at our communities pulling together. With Mother’s Day in mind at the end of the month we share some inspiring stories.
Studio 2000 is a hair salon, but not quite your usual one. Colin is an artist, his canvas is your head and his studio looks like the inside of a space ship!
Off To Get My Hair Done! Read More »
The Metropolitan Water Board was formed in 1902 to improve the supply of water to the rapidly expanding capital, and quickly commenced a programme to vastly increase unfiltered water storage capacity.
History of the Queen Mary Reservoir Read More »
As well as a look at the floods and how it brought people together, we visit Charlton Village Studio 2000 and see some of Colin Watkins creations, also seen on this months front cover.
Last year at the Spelthorne in Bloom awards I listened to the High Sherriff talking about the power of bringing a community together through joint enterprise and effort. The blooming High Streets, local pub gardens and monuments gave our hearts a lift when we passed by and we know it is down to the joint
When I was a child I was fascinated by my mothers pottery class to such an extent that I would regularly time any minor ailments which required me to stay at home to coincide with the day of her class.
Throwing Pots in the Garden in Laleham Read More »
In this months issue we review the first Laleham Panto for decades, visit local potter Andrew Davies and enjoy the community spirit surrounding Big Tree Night and Lights Up in Laleham. These are the reasons we love community!
Last Christmas was not a good one for Daniel Fairfax. He woke in the night, knowing something was wrong and found that the water table had risen so high that the basement of the salon was underwater. Stock and furniture were floating in flood water.
Daniel Fairfax Celebrates 10 Years with Makeover Read More »
There is no doubt at all that without the efforts of locals, and the Spelthorne in Bloom committee our villages would be missing something. The dazzling array of colour in hanging baskets and gardens have been a delight this year. Whereas last summer was beset with drought, this year the flowers are still blooming late
Sowing the Seeds of Community Read More »
Keep up to date with the latest news on the Eco Park development and take action while you can. We visit Daniel Fairfax in Laleham to hear about the flooding last year which led to a makeover to celebrate 10 years in the village and much more!
Since opening only four months Meson Toby has built up a team, including the kitchen staff who are all Spanish. On the menu you will also find traditional Spanish and European dishes, so there is something of quality for everyone’s taste.
Meson Toby, Ashford Road, Laleham Read More »
The Shepperton Venture Group was founded in 1962 as the Young Wives Venture Group. It provided a get- away for like- minded women who found themselves at home with young children.
Time to Venture Out Read More »
The Lucan Family in Laleham Time to Venture Out Restaurant Review – Meson Toby, Ashford Road, Laleham
The second Earl of Lucan, Richard Bingham, settled at Laleham in 1803. He immediately set about building a new house to replace the original one, which stood nearer to the walled garden than the new one.
The Lucan Family in Laleham Read More »
