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Profile. Mrs Beverly Benson.
OCTOBER 2011 ISSUE
HADLEY WOOD NEWS
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2. interest that she met and married again religions. We are keen on sport. Football,
inheriting a much loved stepson to add to tennis, athletics and netball are our major
her family. sports and we play against other schools in
The post of Deputy Head at Trent School Enfield. Drama and productions are already
in Cockfosters was her next appointment. very good here and I would like to build on
During this time she obtained an MA from this. Now with smaller classes of about 30
Middlesex University, her published children we hope to be able to free up
dissertation being on the ‘Implementation space dedicated to cookery and science
of the Virtual Learning Environment’. In fact teaching. The Olympics are a great source
the use of computers in teaching had been of interest and we are aiming to use them
a long held interest. She was one of the first as a source of knowledge about geography
teachers to bring a computer into the and history as well as all the sport”.
classroom and believes they can have a Doors are opening and closing outside
significant role in education. One of her the office. Children’s footsteps are echoing
A New Headmistress for aims here is to build on Mrs Loizides in the corridor. Its 2.00 pm and time to go.
Hadley Wood Primary excellent work and widen their usage. Crossing the field I reflect how lucky we are
School. What attracted her to Hadley Wood? “Its to have such a fine school here. I think this
such a nice school” she replies “Small new Head is going to be a great success.
Back at school again the Hadley Wood enough to get to know all the children well Rod Armstrong
News welcomed the opportunity to meet and with an outstanding reputation. I also
Mrs Beverly Benson, our primary School’s feel its needs fit my strengths”. She has a
new Headmistress. Armed with a degree in special interest in children who have fallen
Talking Points at
English and Psychology, Beverly’s teaching behind for a variety of reasons and with a Chickenshed.
career started at a middle school in strong team of teachers to support her is Brideshead Revisited.
Borehamwood before moving into the confident the school will continue to provide
Primary sector in Potters Bar. A career a fine education for all the children. “What We are having an evening of nostalgia with
break to bring up her two children did not about discipline?” I ask. She considers for a Derek Granger who produced and wrote
last long. Sadly she became a widow and moment. “Its not really a problem here. We Brideshead Revisited. He will be bringing
as a single mother had to return early to full try to embed self-discipline and not impose some of his celebrity friends from the
time teaching, first in Potters Bar and it, so that the children can apply their values programme to be a part of this Talking
subsequently at South Mymms. “It was a independently. Obviously there are children Points evening. We have called the
difficult time, but it gave me an insight into who are naughty from time to time. They are evening “On the Waugh Path... Brideshead
the problems facing single mothers, which sent to see me and I have a few words. Revisited, Revisited”.
has been very useful. I know first-hand how Quite often” she adds with a smile “more Chickenshed is absolutely thrilled to be
difficult it can be for them”. A period as than a few”. She smiles quite a lot actually. able to welcome Derek and members of the
acting head stimulated her interest in taking It is obvious throughout the interview that cast of Brideshead Revisited to our theatre
on this role permanently and lead to her she has a very well developed sense of especially as it is celebrating its 30th
obtaining her NPQH from the National humour. What else? She runs through a Anniversary. This programme’s fame and
College of School Leadership in short list. “Multi- culturalism is important. We appeal is completely undiminished all these
Nottingham. Her hobby at this time was, encourage the children to learn about their years later. Repeats of the series are
and still is, Pottery and it was through this classmates of different backgrounds and continually being shown worldwide. Derek
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it being Broadcast in 1981. The evening will BONFIRE NIGHT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
include clips from the programme and the DINNER & DANCE Wednesday November 23rd at 7.30pm
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may have. In 1981 Bridehead Revisited was Mulled wine drinks reception from 7.00pm to
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Globe Awards. It also won the Broad- until midnight to our wonderful live band. 1.Apologies
For enquiries or appointments,
Price £61.00 per person, including sparkling 2.Minutes of the last meeting and
casting Press Guild Award for Best Drama
please contact Lorraine Rutstein at:
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HEALING HALO 10.Security
11.Parkway Fund
Hadley Wood WI 12.Elections of officers
50 members and guests enjoyed a most 13.AOB
successful Summer Luncheon. The August
Poetry and Prose hosted by Hilary Nunn Nominations for positions as Officers
Reiki was most entertaining and the homemade should be forwarded to the Chairman
scones were delicious. A new members tea
Indian Head Massage at Joyce Lockharts was enjoyed by all in
Mr Graham Sharp as soon as possible.
Under article 29 of the company’s
Hand, Arm & Leg Massage spite of the weather. In September we had articles, one third of the Directors must
an excursion to Anglesey Abbey near apply for re-election each year by rotation.
Cambridge organised by Rosemary Ellicott. Mr Michael Finlay resigns and is not
Apart from the coach breaking down and available for re-election.
having be ‘pushed’ by the WI (picture
forthcoming) this was a wonderful day out..
Anglesey Abbey was the home of Lord
Fairhaven famous for purchasing
Runnymede for the nation. It has a lovely
Dog Walking
Small group walks with friendly dogs
garden and small motor scooters can be
hired for those unable to walk the whole Cat and Small Animal
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area. Finally at the September Meeting Feeding Service
Robin Webb spoke on "A Silk Purse from a
Email: lorrainegillian@hotmail.com Pig's Nose" This was all about the
“I truly believe that holistic/alternative restoration of a 16th century house.
therapies are the way forward to balance Hadley Wood WI meet every second
mind, body & soul & to create harmony Tuesday in the month and visitors are most CALL HELEN ON
in oneself” welcome.
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4. For over 30 years Hadley Wood known by all the residents Having the full support of David
has been lucky to have a in Hadley Wood. Those Burrows MP .
community playground near the that do know of it did not Becoming part of the Hadley
tennis courts on the field. know it was for the whole Wood Association including
As a lifelong resident I community but thought it setting up an account for all the
remember using the playground may be affiliated to a money raised **
as a child after school with the fun school. Creating preliminary plans for an ideal
roundabout, the precarious slide and the It was mostly utilised by younger playground with approved playground
various swings. children before reaching school age rather developers
Of course times have changed and than the target audience of up to 12 year Marking out the size of the new
with the introduction of Health and Safety olds and the general consensus was that playground with ropes to allow residents
and the advances in equipment the it was a “toddler playground” targeted to get an idea of the proposed new size
playground has changed a number of towards the under 5’s. Speaking to the local schools and pre-
times including its last renovation over 12 This is why the Hadley Wood Community schools including the children who have
years ago to its current state. Playground Renovation (HWCPR) project participated in a project to chose
This playground is within a short walking was set up. A sub-committee of the equipment for the playground
distance to Hadley Wood Primary School, Hadley Wood Association and a charity Holding a Public Meeting (the first of
the tennis courts, local shops, station, this project has three main objectives: many) for all residents
pre-schools and most residents. Create a modern playground accessible Applying for Grants
Despite the fact there are over 6500 to all Hadley Wood children up to the
residents in Hadley Wood including age of 12 The HWCPR team will be at the Hadley
1000 children up to the age of 14* the Make the playground larger to allow Wood Fireworks Display to discuss this
playground remains quiet and used by more room to develop project further. There will be a chance to
only a few children on irregular occasions. Create a social environment for all answer any questions that you may have,
About a year ago whilst using the Hadley Wood families to come and offer your support and look at possible
playground a few of us noticed things that enjoy the activities and each other plans of what the future playground could
seemed to be missing for children within it. look like. Please show your support for
The flooring was tired and in places cracked A committee has been set up with two this project by visiting the stand at this
or bare. The equipment was in need of new people heading the project Maria Evans great annual event. Maria and I look
paint and comparative to other community (pictured above right) and myself, Laura forward to seeing you there.
playgrounds, old fashioned, dated and Gassner (above left). This committee has For further information you can contact
uninspiring. The small grass area within begun the process to create the the HWCPR project in various ways:
the playground was muddy, small and community playground Hadley Wood Email: hwcpr@yahoo.co.uk
unexceptional. And most importantly deserves. This includes: Twitter: @HWCPR
generally used by young children. Meeting Enfield Council who have Facebook: Hadley Wood Community
After doing some research we pledged to support this project including Playground Renovation
discovered that the playground is not providing extra manpower and help Phone: 07949 073536
Laura Gassner
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5. * sourced by the Office of National Statistics. ** Any donations can be made payable to “HWA Playground”. For Gift Aid assistance please contact us using the above contact details.
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6. local residents in our ward, are burglary,
theft from cars, anti-social behaviour and
road safety. In addition there have been
several other initiatives. Preventative action
Have your car valeted by us and is taken by high visibility police patrolling
experience our quadrapower snow areas known to be troublesome. Drug
foam system which is unique to us. ‘busts’ with help from neighbouring units
For more details or booking call have been very successful, and a high
Are now pleased to welcome to their team,
priority is the prevention of so called ‘hate’
Adam on 07973-272347 or Dentists with specialist interests in:
crime against specific religious groups or
log onto aquavalet.co.uk individuals. As far as road safety is Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)
concerned members of the team have by Dr Marta Suarez
Local Police. Safer been attending training sessions in the use Orthodontics, including incognito braces
of speed guns. Traffic unit cars also patrol
Neighbourhood team. the area. These have cameras fore and aft
by Dr Shahla Rahman
A recurring complaint in Hadley Wood which photograph number plates. The Periodontics
is about speeding. To ask about this details are run through an immediate (All treatments for gum health)
and also to get an update on our computer check to make sure that the car is by Dr Riccardo Zambon
Safer Neighbourhood team, the HW News insured and taxed. The check also reveals Please enquire at our practice Reception
met with Police Sergeant Peter Moxham whether the car has been involved in any
now in command of the team looking after criminal activity. As far as persistent 16 Crescent West, Hadley Wood,
Southgate and Cockfosters (that’s us). speedsters are concerned Sergeant Barnet, Herts, EN4 OEJ.
The current priorities, as requested by Moxham would like to encourage residents Tel: 02084410257
to telephone or email the SNT with details
of offenders number plates. (The identity of Park Café Cockfosters
the sender of such information is not November 19th 15-1600 hrs outside the
revealed). In the first instance the offender Oakwood Library at Bramley Parade
would receive a visit from the police. Further December 10th 13-1400 hrs Trent Park
reports are dealt with more seriously. Theft Café. Cockfosters.
from cars is a regular event and the SNT Other ways of making contact or getting
stress the importance of not leaving any information are by telephoning 0208 721
belongings in the car when not attended. 2688 or by emailing:
(GPS systems like Tom Toms are particularly cockfosters.snt@met.police.uk or by
attractive to thieves. Their presence in the viewing the website
glove box is given away by the signs of an www.met.police.uk/saferneighbourhoods"
adhesive ring on the windscreen). www.met.police.uk/saferneighbourhoods
What about budget cuts? How are they and following the links via ‘Your Borough’
affecting the police force? Apparently the and then clicking on Cockfosters.
Metropolitan police service has had to
reduce Police Sergeant roles on Safer
Neighbourhoods Teams by 150. Some
of the more experienced Sergeants
including Sergeant Moxham have now
taken on supervision of two wards. To
help meet local priorities the police are
finding smarter ways to use their officers &
making greater use of Special Constables
and Met Volunteers. Further planned cuts
could hit very hard so any budding
CONSULTATIONS AT volunteers out there should make contact
and fill out an application.
HADLEY WOOD & Sergeant Moxham went on to mention
LOCAL PRIVATE HOSPITALS that stationing a policemen at the Hadley
WELL WOMAN MONTH Wood Association Centre each week so
that residents could drop in and discuss
A special price is offered for November.
Checks include, Blood pressure, urine, problems, had not been useful. To
smear/pv and breast check. maximise police time ‘on the beat’ these
Mammogram extra. sessions had now been stopped.
Residents who would like to talk to one of
the team personally can approach them at
PHONE: 07970 215 834 certain sites which are advertised on their
FAX: 020 8447 0689 website. For example:
October 9th 12-1400 hrs outside Trent
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7. Pilates Teacher - Personal Trainer
Established lower back specialist Letters to the Editor
Would you like a more toned, more flexible, longer, Dear Sir,
leaner, stronger look to your body. As a regular walker in the field beside
These are just a few of the benefits Pilates offers. Private sessions Hadley Wood School, I am
are becoming increasingly popular as exercises can be adapted to
suit peoples individual needs. somewhat concerned by the plans to
The sessions enable you to have a more personal method of learning. considerably enlarge the existing
Don’t live with back pain book now to see a specialist children's play area.
Lower back pain is extremely common and can be acute enough Firstly, the proposed size of the
to stop people functioning normally on a day to day basis.
Pilates is a key exercise method for helping to improve posture new area and the major up-grading
and therefore relieve daily aches and pains. of the equipment would seem more
Contact Stuart on: 07787 552326 likely to attract children and
or email: stuart@pilates-stuart.co.uk
It is important to remember that the SNT teenagers from outside Hadley
is not an emergency team. They are here to Wood, thus adding to our already
deal with crime on a long term basis. For an congested parking problems and
emergency dial 999 or for non emergencies the challenges of ‘Big School’. also to possible evening nuisance
ring 101. This term our major fund-raising event and vandalism.
Rod Armstrong takes place at the Centre on the evening Secondly, it is apparently
of the annual Hadley Wood Firework proposed to extend the fenced area
HWPP Display. Parents and staff will be busy
providing entertainment for children
northwards up the hill, beyond the
entrance to the footpath from
News… throughout the evening to include face- Courtleigh Avenue, thus spoiling the
painting, teddy tambala and a children’s present view of the open field as
Hadley Wood Pre- café to name but a few. This has always seen from the path.
provided a lovely opportunity for our ex- My children and grandchildren
school and Playgroup, pupils to pay us a visit! have all enjoyed the play area in
Hadley Wood “Stay & Play” our successful parent its present form and it is a great
Association Centre. and toddler group has started up again asset to Hadley Wood. Would not
and opens every Monday afternoon in a small extension and general
The Autumn term has begun and all the term time between 1-2.45pm. Everyone re-furbishment be adequate
children seem happy with their new is welcome improvement?
routines. Playgroup children have settled Judy Quickenden, Supervisor A Hadley Wood resident
quickly, taking the separation from their
parents, possibly for the
first time, in their stride. Our RNLI Hadley Ladies
Pre-school children appear
very comfortable with each Guild. Annual Coffee
other, having already been morning
together a year. Please join us at the Hadley
Last term was a very Memorial Hall, Hadley Highstone,
busy one, culminating with
us having to say ‘Good- Wednesday 26th October from
bye’ to our existing Pre- 1030-12 noon.
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8. HADLEY WOOD RADLETT HADLEY WOOD
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A stunning re-built detached home in excess of 7000 sq. ft finished to a very Constructed less than ten years ago and on the market for the first time since, is this A well presented detached family residence set in one of Hadley Wood’s
high specification in one of the area’s prime locations with glorious views outstanding individually designed family residence set on a generous mature plot of premier roads, approached via a carriage driveway. Downstairs cloakroom,
towards central London. Formal lounge, day lounge, study, guest cloakroom, approximately half an acre behind electronic gates, within one of Radlett’s premier 2 receptions, kitchen, utility room, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite),
kitchen, 6 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, 2 family shower rooms, garage, locations. 5 reception rooms, 6 bedrooms all with en suites, self contained guest shower room, southerly aspect rear garden, garage.
staff quarters, carriage sweep driveway, secluded southerly aspect rear garden. suite, superb kitchen/breakfast room & double garage.
OAKLEIGH PARK BROOKMANS HADLEY WOOD
£1,750,000 PARK £1,395,000
Freehold £1,575,000 Freehold
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An imposing detached home set behind a gated entrance offering spacious, An immaculate and versatile 6 bedroom detached family home of This fabulously presented Victorian family residence has been thoughtfully
well proportioned accommodation ideal for family living. Guest cloakroom, approximately 3854 sq ft located on a highly regarded road. Featuring 3 refurbished and offers spacious five bedroom accommodation arranged over
lounge/dining room, family room, breakfast room, kitchen, garden room, reception rooms, 3 en suite bathrooms, a terrace off the master bedroom three floors and benefits from a landscaped rear garden extending to approx.
storage room, basement, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 4 further with countryside views, carriage driveway and well tended south westerly 235’ max.
bedrooms, shower room, garden. facing garden of approximately 120’.
ENFIELD ARKLEY HADLEY WOOD
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A charming three bedroom detached former coach house abutting and with Set behind a large driveway is this spacious detached bungalow which is A well presented 1st floor duplex apartment in this prestigious development
stunning views over green belt countryside to the rear and within easy reach located in this exclusive residential turning in Arkley. The property offers situated within easy reach of Cockfosters. Communal entrance hall, hallway,
of Enfield Town. Guest cloakroom, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, spacious accommodation throughout with large reception, 3 bedrooms, drawing room, kitchen/breakfast room, 3 bedrooms (1 en suite shower
study, 3 bedrooms (1 walk in dressing room), 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), rear 2 bathrooms, secluded well maintained garden, off street parking and room), family bathroom, separate wc, communal landscaped gardens and
garden, double garage. detached double garage. grounds, 2 Allocated Parking Spaces.
The Hadley Wood Association
7 Crescent East Hadley Wood Herts EN4 0EL 8449 7193
hadley.woodassoc@btconnect.com www.hadleywood.org.uk
Chairman Graham Sharp 020 8449 2133 sharpie14@btinternet.com
Editor Publisher Rod Armstrong 020 8449 5924
Advertising and Centre Manager Lisa Winston 020 8449 7193 hadley.woodassoc@btconnect.com
Advertising Manager Betty Brough 020 8441 6859 bbr1934@aol.com
Hall Bookings Annie 07903 138 235 hallbookings.hwa@gmail.com
Security Task Force Membership secretary/Admin Caroline Berlyn 020 8441 8020
Safe Neighbourhood Team Police Sergeant Peter Moxham 020 8721 2688 or 07920 233 775
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