Broxbourne News December 2014

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Community news round-up

www.broxbourne.gov.uk December 2014

Tips and ideas for an enjoyable festive season

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2014 – a great year for Broxbourne

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Christmas and New Year opening hours

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Since the summer edition of Broxbourne News the Council has achieved a great deal - we have been working hard to develop a strong local economy, maintain a green and safe environment and promote health and wellbeing for all.

Building a robust local economy is a key priority for us, with our efforts being guided by the Council’s economic development strategy, Ambition Broxbourne. I am pleased to announce that the delivery of this strategy is well underway. As part of the plans, the construction of a £3.9m Broxbourne Enterprise Centre in Hoddesdon to support start-up businesses is due to begin in 2015. It will be fully operational by 2016, providing 25,000 square foot of modern floor space, with easy-in, easy-out terms for small, medium and start-up businesses.

We are also working on a plan to improve the Rye Park area by pulling together proposals for improvement. A dedicated panel will consider projects aimed at enhancing community facilities, exploring more business opportunities and promoting the key gateways around the train station and Lee Valley Regional Park.

If you use the train for work or leisure, you’ll be pleased to learn we’re in

discussions with Network Rail and Transport for London to improve the area’s rail infrastructure. This could mean more trains and shorter journey times in the future.

Town centres have been and will continue to be a key priority. The gateway to Waltham Cross has been given a makeover and works to Hoddesdon have ensured it remains a bustling place to shop.

There has been a focus on the health and wellbeing of residents. We hope facilities including a state-of-the-art health suite at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre and a driving range at Cheshunt Park Golf Centre will help residents to lead healthier lifestyles.

Although we have achieved a lot over the past months, there is still work to be done and I look forward to addressing the challenges ahead with enthusiasm and drive. The fact that we’re on target to achieve a balanced budget for 2015/16 will stand us in good stead – in times of financial constraint, this is something I am particularly proud of.

Finally, I would like to wish you all a peaceful and happy Christmas with good fortune in 2015.

Message from the

Leader of the CouncilBorough of BroxBourNeBorough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt EN8 9XQ Tel: 01992 785555 | Fax: 01992 [email protected] www.broxbourne.gov.uk

out of hours emergencies 01992 639561

Broxbourne helpline 01992 785577

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Contents

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3 opeNiNg timeS over the feStive SeaSoN Up to date information on Christmas and New Year recycling and refuse collection times

4 tipS aNd ideaS for aN eNjoyaBLe ChriStmaS Ideas for looking after yourself in the festive season and getting fit for 2015

6 a BooSt for the Borough Update on economic development

8 2014 – a great year for BroxBourNe A look at the improvements made and planned for the Borough

10 CommemoratiNg the Start of WorLd War oNe The Council’s programme of events to commemorate the centenary of the start of the First World War

11 NeW LeiSure faCiLitieS Check out the new facilities on offer

12 CommuNity NeWS A round-up of community advice and information

14 Be aCtive Opportunities and offers to improve your leisure time

15 What’S oN Listings of cinema, shows and town centre events

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front cover photograph The cast from this year’s professional pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk Broxbourne News is written, designed and published by Broxbourne Council.

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Normal collection date revised collection date

Monday 22 December 2014 No change

Tuesday 23 December 2014 No change

Wednesday 24 December 2014 No change

Christmas day Thursday 25 December 2014 Saturday 27 December 2014

Boxing day Friday 26 December 2014 Sunday 28 December 2014

Monday 29 December 2014 No change

Tuesday 30 December 2014 No change

Wednesday 31 December 2014 No change

New year’s day Thursday 1 January 2015 Saturday 3 January 2015

Friday 2 January 2015 No change

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Christmas and New Year recycling and refuse collection arrangements

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Information on revised collection days can also be found at www.broxbourne.gov.uk. Please ensure your recycling and refuse is put out by 7am as usual on your normal/revised collection day.

The opening hours at the Brookfield Farm and Pindar Road HWRCs, operated by Hertfordshire County Council, will change from 5 January 2015.

day Brookfield farm (turnford) pindar road (hoddesdon) Monday 10am – 6pm 10am – 6pmTuesday 10am – 6pm ClosedWednesday 10am – 6pm ClosedThursday Closed 10am – 6pmFriday Closed 10am – 6pmSaturday 10am – 6pm 10am – 6pmSunday 10am – 6pm 10am – 6pm

New opening hours

Change of opening hours at the household Waste and recycling Centres (hWrCs)

Neighbourhood recycling Centres (NrCs)Please note that NRCs are provided for recycling material only and that household waste is not permitted. If you have lots of rubbish, this can be taken to your local Household Waste and Recycling Centre located at Brookfield Farm, Turnford, or Pindar Road, Hoddesdon.


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The Council offices are open over the festive period as usual Monday – Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm with the following exceptions:

Christmas Eve 24 December Closes at 4pmChristmas Day 25 December ClosedBoxing Day 26 December ClosedNew Year’s Eve 31 December Closes at 4pmNew Year’s Day 1 January ClosedFriday 2 January Closed

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Council office opening hours

Log on…When the Council Offices are closed over the Christmas and New Year period, you will still be able to access lots of services from the comfort of your own home, 24/7, by logging onto www.broxbourne.gov.uk

You can:• Pay your Council Tax/Business Rates, invoices and Penalty Charge

Notices• Buy show tickets• Report any issues including anti-social behaviour and fly-tipping• Find out about events and services

For the opening times of Broxbourne Civic Hall, Cheshunt Park Golf Centre and the leisure centres please refer to the ‘Leisure’ section on the Council’s website.

The Register of Electors for 2015 was published on 1 December 2014. If you are not registered or have recently moved you can update the electoral register by contacting the Council’s Helpline on 01992 785577 or you can now register online at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

for details of your local ward councillor visit www.broxbourne.gov.uk/council/councillors

No vote – No voiCe

Fancy a drink? give yourself a break, with this festive drink idea, minus the alcohol.

Cranberry Sparkle

Serves one45ml blackberry puree60ml cranberry juice85ml sparkling waterone sprig of mint for garnishPlace blackberry puree and cranberry juice in a champagne flute. Add sparkling water to fill. Garnish with mint.

If you, or someone you know, are concerned about drinking, help is available. Speak to your GP who can offer advice and refer you to suitable help:

Spectrum, Hertfordshire’s drugs and alcohol treatment and recovery service provides treatment and support for adults with drug and alcohol problems and has a base in Waltham Cross. Call 0800 6523169.

drinkaware gives guidance and advice on the safe consumption and effects of alcohol at www.drinkaware.co.uk.

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Christmas parties and get-togethers with friends and family are highlights of the festive season. for many of us, alcohol is an enjoyable part of those occasions but drinking too much is bad for our health. it can cause liver damage and puts us at a higher risk of getting cancer or having a heart attack. alcohol also has many calories, so it contributes to that post-Christmas weight gain. With a little care, we can all enjoy the festive season without ill-effects.

Look after yourself thisChristmas

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going out• Set yourself a limit on how much you’re going to drink, including any drinks

you have at home before you go out. • Budget - take out a fixed amount of money to spend on alcohol. • take your time – go out later. • Break with tradition and opt out of rounds. • Sit it out – you drink more slowly when sitting down than when standing.

find a table and put your glass down. • plan ahead for the journey home; pre-book a minicab or arrange a

designated driver.• Swap the high heels for ballet pumps on the way home.

at home• don’t drink on an empty stomach – having it with food means you absorb it

more slowly.• Buy a drinks measure – it’s hard to keep down to pub measures when pouring

at home.• don’t keep the bottle next to you – pour a measure then put it away.• alternate alcohol with soft drinks.• give your body a break from alcohol for at least two days every week.Go to www.change4life.com for more information. Download a free app for your smartphone, to help keep track of how much you drink at home or when you’re out on the town.

2015 is almost here. Wanting to get fit, but don’t know where to start?

At The Laura Trott Leisure Centre and The John Warner Sports Centre there is a huge range of activities and exercises you can do, whatever your fitness levels. The Fit&Well fitness instructors can produce a tailor-made programme for you designed especially for your ability and confidence level.

The centres also run a huge range of beginners classes from Aqua aerobics to Zumba; there is something for everyone. Why not try swimming? Swimming is an excellent cardio-vascular and all over body workout and after your swim you can relax in the Health Suite’s steam room or sauna at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre.

Your personalised exercise plan will be carefully designed, taking into consideration your:

No time? try an express workout! If you’re pushed for time, the power plates at both leisure centres and the Synrgy 360 equipment at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre can deliver short, sharp workouts. Target different areas of the body on just one machine for a time saving solution!

trying to get started but childcare is an issue? Don’t worry about your little ones, the crèche at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre provides a safe, caring environment for your children while you enjoy a workout at the gym, an exercise class, swim or relax in the Health Suite. All crèche staff are DBS (Disclosure and barring service) checked and the crèche is OFSTED registered.

medical worries and want to lose weight? Did you know there is a referral scheme at The John Warner Sports Centre for residents who live in the north of the Borough? The GP referral scheme is a 12 week programme of support with a qualified and friendly instructor. Ask your GP if you are eligible.

So if you are inspired to kick-start the New Year, then come and have a look at our facilities at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre or The John Warner Sports Centre. Further details can be found at www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure

• Keep an eye on elderly relatives and neighbours

• Layer up! Jumpers and blankets become essential at this time of year

• Draw your curtains as soon it gets dark to stop heat escaping.

• Get a keyhole cover – it should only cost a couple of pounds and will help keep the draughts out in cold weather

• Find out about the benefits and grants available to help with insulation and energy efficiency such as cavity wall insulation

• Stock up on pasta and rice, it will last throughout winter and is a good base for warming foods.

Further tips and advice can be found on the NHS website at www.nhs.uk/Livewell/winter

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Keep warm this winterWith the colder days ahead and the rise in energy bills, it’s important to make sure we are staying warm and well over the winter months. here are a few tips on how to keep warm:

• goals• activity preferences • medical history• Current fitness levels• Safety• amount of time available for

training

New Year, New You!

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Not everyone will be looking forward to Christmas this year; there are some people in Broxbourne who will be struggling to buy even the essentials. For these the Broxbourne Food Bank offers help when it’s most needed.

It helps local people who are experiencing financial hardship by providing support and emergency food supplies. The charity relies on donations to help those in crisis and welcomes support from members of the community. To donate food and essential items such as toiletries, you can download a shopping list from www.broxbourne.foodbank.org.uk

The Council has donated one of its commercial units in Cheshunt to support the Broxbourne Food Bank. This is now the main collection point for food donations and is located at 18 Fairways, New River Trading Estate, Cheshunt, EN8 0NP (opposite Tesco, Brookfield Farm) on Wednesdays between 10am and 1pm. Your donations will stop local people going hungry.

residents in need can call the Broxbourne food Bank on 07943986261.

Ambition BroxbourneA space to breathe...a place to grow...

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The ‘Ambition Broxbourne’ vision is that by 2030 the Borough will have a more thriving, vibrant and prosperous economy. We are collaborating with local partners to support innovation, enterprise and entrepreneurship in community life, to help residents and businesses fulfil their potential. Here’s what we’ve been up to….

Broxbourne Enterprise Centre moving forward

Team Rising Stars held a bake sale at the Council offices to raise money

The Council is moving forward with its plans to establish a Broxbourne Enterprise Centre in Hoddesdon. In October it was agreed that Basepoint be selected to design, develop and operate the facility. Basepoint will be responsible for overseeing the development which will include the design, build and fitting-out of the new Centre. The company will also be managing the Centre’s operations when it opens its doors to businesses in 2016.

The £3.9m project will provide 25,000 square foot of modern flexible

managed business space, focusing on the needs of small, medium and start-up businesses with easy-in, easy-out terms, from which they can operate and grow. Other benefits include on-site management, serviced meeting rooms, high speed internet access, free parking and business support. It will strengthen the local economy and encourage businesses to invest in the area.

Building work is set to commence in the summer of 2015 and will last approximately 12 months.

The Council won two awards at the ‘Celebration of Success’ ceremony, held at Hertford Regional College on Thursday 9 October 2014. It was hosted by the College to honour companies that work with apprentices and the apprentices themselves.

Council staff member, Charlie Holton, won the coveted title of ‘Apprentice of the Year’ within the Information Technology, Software, Web and Telecoms category. He said “I’ve really enjoyed my apprenticeship at Broxbourne Council; the on-the-job experience has been invaluable for my development. It’s a great way to learn whilst getting paid and I’d certainly encourage others to consider an apprenticeship, before they commit to a full-time study course.” The Council also won ‘Employer of the Year’ within the same category.

Further information about apprenticeships including opportunities available in the local area can be found online at www.hrc.ac.uk

Big win at ‘Celebration of Success’ Awards


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Students take on the Dragons’ Apprentice Challenge The Council is a proud supporter of the Dragons’ Apprentice Challenge, run by Community Voluntary Services for Broxbourne and East Herts to provide young people with key skills to enhance their career prospects.

At the launch event in September, over 100 students from schools across Broxbourne and East Hertfordshire travelled to Hertford Regional College to pledge their commitment.

Over the next few months, 16 teams of 16 and 17 year olds will attempt to turn £100 into £1,000 or more for their nominated charities, with the help of local business ‘Dragons’. They will work hard to generate income through various fundraising activities, gaining valuable practical experience of planning, time management, teamwork, budgeting, communications, sales and marketing.

The project ends in March 2015 with a presentation and awards event at Hertford Theatre.

good luck to all taking part!

for more information on the dragons’ apprentice visit www.cvsbeh.gov.uk

Charlie Holton, ‘Apprentice of the year’.

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Hundreds attend Broxbourne Business Showcase

Hoddesdon given the ‘Run Around’On Sunday 28 September, Hoddesdon hosted ‘Give Your Town The Run Around’, a community event to promote and support health and fitness in the area and raise community spirits. It was an overwhelming success with over 300 residents taking part, choosing to run 1km, 5km or 8km. The day also involved a Scootathon for children, a climbing wall, musical performances from The Voice finalists, Sean Rumsey and Luciee Marie Closter and an energetic dance performance from Got To Dance finalists, IMD Dance Crew.

Local businesses and charities were given the chance to promote their work with stalls along the High Street. Due to the success of the day and the positive feedback that was received, the team behind ‘Give Your Town The Run Around’ will be hosting the event again next year in Hoddesdon.

For more information or to sign up visit www.giveyourtowntherunaround.co.uk

Investing in the futureIn an innovative move, the Council has set up a wholly owned subsidiary company called Badger BC Investments Ltd that will purchase or build homes for rent.

Given the backdrop of continued cuts in government grants to the Council and the resultant need to find savings

of £2.5million over the next five years, the Council has had to find new sources of funding. The rental income will help keep key services running such as street cleansing, refuse collection, parks and playgrounds and our state-of-the-art leisure centres.

Broxbourne Civic Hall hosted the first ever Broxbourne Business Showcase in October.

Local businesses, from printers and insurance brokers to magicians and caterers, were invited to showcase and promote their services and products. It was a fantastic networking event that attracted hundreds of people.

The Council had a stall at the event, organised by the economic development team who spent the day

engaging with local businesses and offering advice.

Visitors were also invited to attend free workshops and seminars including a session hosted by the Council focusing on its economic development strategy and the progress that has already been made.

If you are interested in exhibiting or attending next year, visit www.broxbourneshowcase.co.uk


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residential property owners …looking to sell?The Council’s property subsidiary, Badger BCI, is looking to acquire good quality residential properties in the Borough. If you’re looking for a quick, commission-free sale with no chain, give us a call on 01992 785517. No guarantees on purchase are made but we will give you an answer within 10 working days.


We’ve made lots of improvements to the area to make Broxbourne an even better place to live, visit and work in. here’s a round-up…

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2014 a great year for Broxbourne


New for Bury GreenA new play facility for children and some outdoor exercise equipment has been installed at the Stuart Way open space in Cheshunt.

There is an enclosed space for toddlers with a swing, rotator, multi-play unit with slide and seating and a separate area for older children with basket and rotating swings and multi-play unit. To complement the play facilities, an outdoor gym designed for adults was also installed so they can keep fit for free – perfect for shedding those Christmas pounds!

This new community facility caters for both adults and children and we hope it will bring people out so they can interact, be active and have fun in a safe and pleasant environment.

This year local retailers, with the support of the Council, established the ‘Love Hoddesdon’ initiative to increase awareness about Hoddesdon town centre as a shopping destination. The group launched a dedicated website and Facebook page which provide information about local businesses, as well as the town centre events programme and details about local attractions and facilities.

The group has also helped organise extra town centre events, such as funfairs, specialist markets and fun runs. So far, the results of the Hoddesdon retailers’ hard work have been very positive.

Love Hoddesdon

Treat yourself to a Love Hoddesdon shopper bag.

To support the cause you can buy a ‘Love Hoddesdon’ canvas bag from many shops in the town.

Visit: www.lovehoddesdon.co.uk / www.facebook.com/Lovehoddesdon

Visitors approaching Waltham Cross are now greeted by a contemporary sculpture reflecting the town’s involvement in the 2012 Olympic Games.

The newly refurbished roundabout at the junction of Winston Churchill Way, the High Street and Monarch’s Way is now home to a metal sculpture depicting a white water wave. It will act as a lasting reminder of the London 2012 canoe slalom events that took place at the nearby Lee Valley White Water Centre. The Wave is the creation of award-winning Hertfordshire artist, Rick Kirby, who is pleased to have created a lasting memory for the local community. The sculpture was funded by the Government Olympic Executive.

Olympic legacy sculpture for Waltham Cross

£50k makeover for

Pound Close Play Area

The aim is to enhance the current facilities to ensure that young people take full advantage of the space, using it to socialise and keep active. The money will go towards replacing the current laminate skate park ramps with concrete ones to improve the overall experience for skaters, scooters and bikers. Concrete ramps are also less prone to vandalism – this will help to keep the area green, clean and pleasant for everyone. Money will also be spent on the addition of two new play apparatus; a ‘springy skateboard’ and swing.


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Looking forward We’ve got a lot more improvements planned. here’s a few…


The Cabinet Member for Community Development, Councillor Seeby and the Council’s Chief Executive recently met with The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association to discuss certain concerns that blind and partially sighted residents have when out and about.

Often blind people are faced with obstacles such as A-boards and shop displays on pavements that make their daily life even harder. Parking on pavements, street furniture and maintenance works can also cause problems. The Council will be reflecting on the issues raised and working to make positive changes for the benefit of this group.

Working to support the blind and partially sighted

The Rye Park area in Hoddesdon will be the subject of an ambitious programme of improvement projects, driven forward by a dedicated panel of Councillors.

The Rye Park Panel will be chaired by Councillor Ayling, Ward Member for Hoddesdon Town and Rye Park and made up of a further five Councillors including Malcolm Aitken, Jim Metcalf, Susie Macleod, Keith Brown and Tim Hutchings.

The Panel will further develop ideas for revamping the area and oversee the improvements to ensure the area is enhanced for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors.

Projects are to include a new community centre, improvements to Old Highway Recreation Ground and the construction of a state-of-the-art enterprise centre for start-up businesses.

Rye Park revamp

The second edition of the Friends Life Women’s Tour will take place next June 2015.

After the success of this May’s inaugural event that we hope you all enjoyed, we are currently working with the organisers to try and bring the race back to Broxbourne – we will keep you posted!

In the meantime you can re-live the action from this year’s race at www.womenstour.co.uk

Welcoming back the Women’s Tour

Councillor Seeby experiencing what it is like to be blind or partially - sighted in a town centre.

Mausoleum to open at Cheshunt Cemetery

A new mausoleum will soon be opening at Cheshunt Cemetery, where residents can be laid to rest in a peaceful and dignified location. For more information contact the Council’s Cemetery Manager on 01992 785507.

The Council is investing in excess of £50,000 into making improvements to the Pound Close recreational ground, for the benefit of our young residents.

the Council put together a varied programme of activities to commemorate the centenary of the start of the first World War. a few of the events are captured below.

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Commemorating the Centenary

This year a new display opened in the Museum’s Braham Gallery exploring our earliest history up to the 1600s. This incredible period of history has shaped the land we see today and covers some of the most dramatic events to have happened locally.

The displays take the visitor from Broxbourne during prehistoric times through the Roman and Norman period with items on display including a Gold Aureus of Trajan found in Wormley and later the 14th century

Baselard Dagger found in Cheshunt, which has recently returned to the Museum after a long-term loan with the Royal Armouries Museum.

Lastly, the gallery explores the Tudor age, one of the grandest periods of British history, which saw the creation of fine manors and estates including William Cecil’s Palace at Theobalds.

Lowewood museum is open: Wednesday – Friday, 10am – 4pm Saturday, 10am – 5pm. For more information please call 01992

445596, visit www.broxbourne.gov.uk/lowewoodmuseum or follow the museum on twitter @lowewood

New display at Lowewood Museum exploring Borough’s earliest history


Pupils from Goffs School – winners of the 2014 Mayoral Debate - “Can war ever be justified?”

Step Back in Time event at Cedars Park

Mayor of Broxbourne, Councillor Bren Perryman, with soldier at The Great War Exhibition, Lowewood Museum

Winning entry from the ‘War & Peace’ themed secondary schools’ photographic competition by Jack Carr, Cheshunt School The Great War - Home Life and Service during 1914-18

Exhibition at Lowewood Museum until 20 December

for the fallenOver 400 people attended ‘For The Fallen’, a community performance written especially for the Borough of Broxbourne. ‘For The Fallen’ tells the story through song, dance, music and spoken word, of Jack and Annie, two young lovers, separated by the war. Many community partners, groups, schools, local businesses and Councillors contributed to the show, performed at Broxbourne Civic Hall. Thanks must also be given to those County Councillors who part-financed the show with grants from their locality budgets and to those organisations who advertised in the souvenir programme.

At the start of the show, two Chelsea Pensioners received the insignia of honorary knights of the Order of St George. The Royal British Legion also recruited volunteers for their annual Poppy Appeal.

Crosses decorated by primary school pupils across the Borough to commemorate the First World War Centenary.

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The Mayor of Broxbourne examining the new displays at Lowewood.

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For more information call 01992 441946

Sunday 25 January, 11am – 3pm, Broxbourne Civic HallAdmission is free

Revitalise your senses in the new Health Suite at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre in Cheshunt.

The state-of-the-art spa facility boasts a sauna, steam room and hot tub and is the perfect place to relax and unwind post-workout or with friends after a busy day.

Anyone over 16 years can enjoy the Health Suite.

If you book an activity at the Centre, you can pamper yourself in the steam room or hot tub afterwards for just £4.10. Charges for the Health Suite start from £5 for over 50s and £7.70 for adults. Admission is free for Fit&Well members.

Opening times are Monday to Thursday, 8am to 10pm, Friday, 8am to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm.

Come and pamper yourself!


New facilities for you to enjoy

• Jewellers • Cakes • Make up artists

• Wedding gowns • Photographers • Entertainment And more ….

Bridal catwalk shows at 12noon and 1.30pm

An exciting new facility has recently opened at Cheshunt Park Golf Centre.

The nine bay, floodlit driving range is now open seven days a week from early until late. It is the perfect place for warming up before your round, practising or a lesson with resident PGA Golf Professional Adrian Shearn.

Also new at Cheshunt Park Golf Centre, the Halfway House at the driving range offers hot and cold drinks and snacks at the ninth hole.

Visiting golfers pay just £2.50 for a

bucket of 25 balls, £4 for 50 balls or £6 for a bucket of 100 balls. Members enjoy a 10% discount off a bucket of balls if purchased with their membership card.

You don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy the Centre; non-golfers are welcome too. Why not pop along for lunch with some friends or sample the carvery with family on a Sunday? For further information, please call the Centre on 01992 624009 or go to www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure

Relax and unwind in the new Health Suite at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre

To make a booking or for more information, call the Centre on 01992 623345.

Floodlit Driving Range at Cheshunt Park Golf Centre


Venues for Hirefrom weddings and special occasions to regular bookings, conferences, shows and exhibitions. We can cater for 7 - 700 people.

www.broxbourne.gov.uk/hallsTelephone 01992 444504 or 01992 785577

There are eight different venues for hire in the Borough of Broxbourne. Contact us today or visit the website to find out more.

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Levels of anti-social behaviour continue to fall and are currently down by 10.6%. However, significant work has gone into ensuring a comprehensive diversionary programme of activities to reduce anti-social behaviour even more. Where appropriate, the Police will utilise the new dispersal and confiscation powers that came into force in late October to tackle any issues.

We are also pleased to report that over Halloween, we had the lowest ever number of crimes reported for that period.

By 30 September 2014, overall crime levels in the Borough of Broxbourne, however, were up slightly by 1.7% compared to the previous year, although the Hertfordshire Constabulary average is up 12.8%. Part of this increase is linked to changes in National Crime Reporting standards, which are likely to see increased levels in certain reported crimes compared to the previous year.

A particular challenge remains domestic burglary and all residents are reminded to ensure they double lock UPVC doors and windows on their property and that they have robust security measures on sheds and garages to prevent theft.

Safe parking at schools Many schools are receiving complaints about unsafe parking by parents dropping their children off or picking them up after school. We are working with schools to reduce the problem, but we ask all parents to remember to park carefully to protect the safety of children.

Making Broxbourne safer

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One Stop Shop moveThe One Stop Shop in Cheshunt has relocated from Wolsey Hall to The Laura Trott Leisure Centre, just a few minutes’ walk away.

Residents will be able to enjoy the same range of services within the leisure centre and have access to two new self-service desks in the main reception area. Customer services assistants will be on reception from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays. The self-service desks will be available during the Leisure Centre opening times.

Extra income for older and vulnerable residentsFor a number of years Broxbourne Council has successfully run a service called ‘Take up Together’. The scheme assists residents who are over 60 years of age or vulnerable in maximising their income by giving free benefit advice.

Our advisors will carry out a full benefit check to determine needs, offer help with completing application forms and follow the process through until payment is received.

To book a ‘Take up Together’ appointment with one of the Council’s advisors, call 01992 785577.

Financial help for struggling residents If you are having difficulty paying your rent, you can apply for help through the Discretionary Housing Payments fund.

To be considered, complete an application form available from the Council’s One Stop Shops or online via the ‘advice and benefits’ section of the Council’s website, www.broxbourne.gov.uk

CoMMuNity News



We’re proud to have won a Gold Award and five out of five stars in the ‘small local authority’ category at this year’s Clean Britain Awards. The award recognises all of the improvements we have made to the local environment, our street cleansing efforts in recent years and what we are doing to keep our Borough clean and welcoming.

All entries were assessed against four key criteria: litter, aesthetics, waste issues and highways.

We will continue to do all we can to ensure that Broxbourne remains a clean, green and pleasant place in which to live, work and visit!

And the Gold Clean Britain Award goes to…Broxbourne!

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Help with housingBroxbourne Council is working with partners to help local residents to get on to the property ladder. If you are working and would like to buy a home of your own but only have modest savings, there are schemes that could help.

The Lloyds Local Lend a Hand scheme helps first time buyers who can afford a mortgage and have a 5% deposit. The scheme covers homes in the Borough of Broxbourne. For more information contact Carol Wallace at Lloyds, Hoddesdon. Tel: 0784 1491934

Buying a shared ownership home is another way to start on the property ladder. Under ‘part rent, part buy’, you buy a share in the home and pay a subsidised rent on the remaining share. You can buy further shares in the home as your circumstances change. B3Living is working in partnership with the Council to build shared ownership homes which will be available in 2015 at Sovereign Gate, Cheshunt and Salisbury Road, Hoddesdon. For more information contact Cheryl Adams at B3Living. Tel: 01992 453746

Residents of the Holdbrook Estate in Waltham Cross will be able to access a range of services on their doorstep with the opening of a new community hub. The Hub will act as a centre for a wide range of support, training and social activities to help transform the lives of residents.

B3Living has led on this project and converted a shop on the estate to provide meeting, training and internet facilities, and a crèche for young children whose parents are using the services.

Broxbourne Council, Greenfield Children’s Centre, Hertford Regional College, Next Step, WENTA, the Prince’s Trust and other agencies are lined up to provide services from The Hub.

The Holdbrook Residents Association will use it as a meeting space. An employability worker from B3Living will assist residents in seeking employment and further education or training. Future services may include homework clubs, school uniform exchanges, parenting classes and healthy eating advice.



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Need help getting to the hospital?If you’re an older resident or have a disability or mobility issue, the Broxbourne Community Transport service is on hand to take you to hospitals outside of the Borough, shopping facilities and other personal appointments or destinations.

to book call 01992 640332.

Why not visit the park and get transported back to the days of the Stuarts?

Cedars Park now has on display three new resin 3D models of Theobalds Palace, one of the favourite residences of James I which once stood on the site of the Park. Two more are going to be installed in the New Year.

The new resin models are distributed across the park and illustrate different parts of the Palace the visitor would have seen around the site in 1607. These include models of the whole Palace, the great garden and fountain court.

As part of the process of creating the models of 17th century

Theobalds Palace, a 3D flythrough has been produced, which can be viewed at www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure

Another recent addition to the park, a timber dovecote, also originates from the glorious past of Theobalds Palace. One of the courtyards was called Dovehouse Court and it was here, it is thought, that 30 dozen pigeons mentioned in the inventory of 1609 were kept for His Majesty’s hawks. All of these new attractions are part of the £1.89m Heritage and Big Lottery Fund Restoration Project to protect and improve Cedars Park, and conserve and promote its heritage.

Cedars Park’s rich history is brought to life

Broxbourne Youth Week is a new initiative that celebrates young people and seeks to provide practical assistance to help them make the transition successfully into adulthood.

The week will begin with a formal launch at the Lee Valley White Water Centre, where Councillors will compete in the rapids against local youngsters. There will also be a jobs fair, volunteering opportunities and guest speakers will be visiting local schools to give careers advice and offer inspiration. The week will conclude with an awards ceremony at Broxbourne Civic Hall on Saturday 28 February.

For more information contact Community Development on 01992 785555 extension 5909 or email [email protected]

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Enjoy great offersPlease tick your chosen offer and take this voucher to the relevant centre.

at Cheshunt park golf Centre:❑ 33% off a Junior Membership for

12 months at Cheshunt Park Golf Centre (reduced price will be £50)

at the Laura trott Leisure Centre and the john Warner Sports Centre❑ Free Swim (for those aged 7 years

and under)* ❑ Buy one casual swim and get

another free (for those aged 8 – 15 years)

❑ Free Fit&Well Swim School taster session (new customers only)

❑ 50% off fully paid Fit&Well Youth Membership or 50% off first six monthly direct debits**

*Must be accompanied by a paying adult** Same offer available for a sibling and includes two adult seven day passes for the family to get active together. To download your voucher online visit www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure/fitTerms and conditions apply. One offer per voucher. One voucher per person. No cash value. Expires 28 February 2015.

In 2005 Lord Sebastian Coe promised that the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games would inspire a generation of young people to become more active and take up sport.

Broxbourne’s own Legacy Programme was launched in November at the Laura Trott Leisure Centre.

Broxbourne Borough Council, B3Living and The Herts Sports Partnership are working together to keep the spirit of The Games alive by offering young people the chance to swim, join the gym and play golf at greatly reduced rates.

The offer will operate until the end of February 2015.

The voucher can be redeemed for casual swimming, Fit&Well Swim School sessions, discounted leisure centre memberships and Cheshunt Park Golf Centre reduced junior membership. Simply produce the voucher from this edition of Broxbourne News or print one via the this link www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure/fit

Vouchers to encourage children and families to get active

Satellite Club success in BroxbourneFunded by Sport England, the Satellite Sport Club programme helps local sports clubs extend their existing offer to create fun, recreational sessions on secondary school sites for young people aged between 11 and 25 years.

Broxbourne Council will receive £24,000 over three years to establish satellites in each secondary school. That means there will be new clubs that young people can join and enjoy.

For details visit www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure

Christmas Kidz Klub at The John Warner Sports Centre

Be ActiveYouth Week

Futsal fever hits CheshuntA new official ‘Futsal’ adult league is being run at The Laura Trott Leisure Centre in partnership with Broxbourne Council and the Hertfordshire Football Association. For more information please contact the Council’s Sports Development Officer at [email protected]

Young people have their sayIn November, as part of its aim to give young people in the local area a voice, Broxbourne Youth Council came before a group of County and Borough Councillors and local Police representatives at the Council Offices to present the results of an important consultation. The extensive consultation, which hundreds of young people took part in, focused on public transport. The Youth Council members expressed concerns regarding the cost of using public transport in Broxbourne, with an aim to change the pricing structure, and make it more reliable and safe to use.

Chair of the Youth Council, Brandon Minichiello

Keep the kids entertained over the Christmas holidays at the Ofsted-registered Kidz Klub at The John Warner Sports Centre in Hoddesdon.

Book for 22,23,29, 30 December and 2 January, 8.30am-5.30pm. Half days available. Activities will include dance, swimming, trampolining, wacky science, fancy dress and more. For ages 5-12 years. Now accepting Sodexo, Edenred and Computershare childcare vouchers.

Call the Centre on 01992 445375 for more information or to book.

Brand new roller disco sessions at the Laura trott Leisure CentreCome and try out your moves at the Silver Wheels Roller Disco. Every Friday night, 5.30pm - 7pm.

23-27 February

what’s on

for more information about any of these events please visit www.broxbourne.gov.uk/leisure

at Broxbourne Civic Hall

Town centre events The Council supports a range of town centre events in Hoddesdon and Waltham Cross for all ages and interests.

the Wedding Show Sunday 25 january, 11am – 3pm Catwalk shows and a host of exhibitors.

old macdonald had a farm Sunday 15 february, 2.30pm A stage production of the fun filled farmyard tale.

Captain flinn & the pirate dinosaurs Saturday 21 february, 1pm A non-stop action packed theatrical experience with live music, puppetry, physical performance and dastardly dinosaurs!

Solid gold Country Legends Sunday 22 february, 7.30pm A celebration of the best in country music. The perfect mix of old and new.

Swan Lake - moscow Ballet La Classique Sunday 6 march, 7.30pm A dramatic performance of this timeless favourite. The ultimate fairy tale ballet.

the unremarkable death of marilyn monroe Saturday 14 march, 7.30pm This stark confessional offers a radical interpretation of the Hollywood legend.

gordon Buchanan Sunday 15 march, 6.30pm The highly acclaimed wildlife cameraman and presenter lets you into his world of weird, wild and wonderful wildlife.

Sex in Suburbia friday 20 march, 8pm Claire Sweeney stars in and co-wrote this brand new comedy about dating, men and finding Mr Right.

dinosaur Zoo tuesday 24 march, 1.30pm and 4.30pm and Wednesdsay 25 march, 10.30am Direct from the West End, Dinosaur Zoo brings these awesome prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before!

forthcoming events taking place in the Borough’s town centres during the festive season:french market and friends – Saturday 13 December, 9am-5.30pm – High Street, Hoddesdon and Sunday 14 December, 10am-4pm – High Street, Waltham Cross

festival of Carols – 10/12/17 December, 9.30am-3pm Hoddesdon and Waltham Cross town centres

All events are free to visit and further details can be obtained by contacting the Town Centres Team on 01992 785655 or www.broxbourne.gov.uk

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Cinema and live theatre screenings


Cinema prices: Adults £5, concessions £3.50Friends of Broxbourne Civic Hall receive 10% offNT Live: £12, ENO Live: £14

gone girl (18) 13 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmhector and the search for happiness (15) 14 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmSerena (15) 20 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmpride (15) 21 January, 12.30pm, 4pm, 7.30pmthe imitation game (12a) 23 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmSet fire to the Stars (15) 27 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmthe judge (15) 28 January, 12.30pm, 4pm, 7.30pmthe Best of me (12a) 29 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmfury (15) 30 January, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmpaddington (pg) 31 January, 10.30am, 1pm, 3.30pmfrozen Sing-along (pg) 7 February, 11am, 1.30pm, 4pmNorthern Soul (15) 10 February, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmtony Benn - Will & testament (12a) 12 February, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmi am ali (pg) 13 February, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmthe theory of everything (12a) 17 February, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pmmr turner 20 February, 1pm, 4pm, 7.30pm

National theatre LivejohN (18) Tuesday 6 January, 8pmtreasure island (12a) Thursday 22 January, 7pmBehind the Beautiful forevers (12a) Wednesday 18 March, 7pm

english National opera LiveLa traviata Wednesday 11 March, 7.30pm

Broxbourne News December 2014

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