📸 Laleham Camera Club and Tulip Treasures Florist 🌷
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I hope you had a peaceful and joyful time over the festive season, filled with moments to recharge and connect with loved ones. As we step into 2025, I’m feeling inspired and excited for the opportunities this new year brings - not just for The Sheppertonian but for the amazing place that Shepperton is.
The response to The Sheppertonian podcast and newsletter has been wonderful. From heartwarming Shepperton Shoutouts to thoughtful suggestions, your enthusiasm has been the driving force behind the whole thing. Thank you for being such an integral part of it all.
This year, I’m looking forward to featuring even more of the people, businesses, and stories that make Shepperton so special. If you’re part of a local group or business - or know someone doing something extraordinary - don’t hesitate to get in touch. There are lots of free and paid ways to get involved, and your voice is what makes this project thrive.
You can also leave a Sheppertonian Shoutout by heading to the website and clicking that red button to send a voice note. Whether it’s a thank you to a neighbour, a spotlight on a local business, or gratitude for your community group, I’ll do my best to include it in the next episode.
Wishing you a fantastic start to 2025 - here’s to making it a year full of connection, creativity, and community.
Gareth
Featured Community: Laleham Camera Club
Laleham Camera Club is a welcoming community for photography enthusiasts of all skill levels, from novices to professionals. The club meets every Tuesday evening from 8-10:30 pm at Laleham Village Hall, The Broadway, Laleham, Surrey, TW18 1RZ. Members engage in a variety of activities, including workshops, competitions, and photo outings, fostering both technical skills and creative expression. For more information or to get involved, visit their website at www.lalehamcameraclub.uk.
In the latest episode of the podcast, Steve says: “the whole premise of the club is the fact that you get together and take pictures, rather than bringing somebody in to tell us how to do it…anybody's welcome to come and join. We do a thing where you can turn up for a couple of weeks free of charge just to see what we do. All the information is on our website, so literally just get in touch with us through that.”
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Featured Business: Tulip Treasures Florist
Tulip Treasures Florist, a family-run business in Shepperton, specialises in hand-tied bouquets, bespoke wedding arrangements, and compassionate funeral flowers. Each creation is crafted with fresh blooms to add a personal touch to any occasion. They offer same-day delivery across Surrey and are located at The Courtyard, Ferry Point, Ferry Lane, Shepperton, TW17 9LQ. For more information or to place an order, visit their website at tuliptreasures.co.uk.
On the January episode of The Sheppertonian podcast, owner Rhiannon Beacham discusses her journey from a background in special effects makeup to running her own floral business. Rhiannon emphasises the importance of personal connections with customers and her commitment to providing fresh, high-quality flowers, all while aiming to make floristry accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
What’s On (sponsored by Shepperton Matters)
The Patient Cancer Support Group
Tuesday 14th January, 1:30pm
Shepperton Medical Practice, Shepperton Court Drive, Shepperton TW17 8EJ
The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, and offers patients a safe and relaxed place to express their feelings, concerns and fears as well as having a chat with others in a similar situation. You will be assured of a very warm welcome.
1001 Arabian Nights...and a matinee
Thursday 16th - Sunday 19th January (various times)
The Riverside Arts Centre, 57-59 Thames Street, Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 5QF
The Traditional panto at the Riverside Arts Centre. Slapstick, music, dance, jokes, puns and colour - plus a camel!
Thames Arcadia
Tuesday January 21st, 8pm
Halliford School, Russell Road, Shepperton
The next talk by the Sunbury & Shepperton Local History Society is ‘Thames Arcadia’, a follow up to the memorable talk on Eel Pie Island by Celia Holman. All welcome. Admission £2 to non-members.
Boaters and adventurers! Lindon Lewis Marine, in the heart of Shepperton Marina, is your local go-to business for boating gear, hardware and tools. From Calor gas and marine-grade paint & varnish to electrical essentials and water safety gear - they have you covered!
Need boat engine servicing or maintenance? Book in with Lindon Lewis Marine’s engineers and let them help you make the most of the season ahead.
And they’re not just for boaters - whether you’re into camping, caravanning, or water activities, they have everything you need for your next adventure.
Visit Lindon Lewis Marine at Shepperton Marina today, visit lindonlewismarine.co.uk or call on 01932 247 427.
The Sheppertonian podcast and email newsletter is produced by The Sound Boutique, an award-winning audio production company right here in Shepperton. If you’d like help with anything from bespoke music, problem audio, or if you’d like your organisation to produce a podcast, you can contact The Sound Boutique at the email hello@thesoundboutique.com to start a conversation.
That's all for this edition of The Sheppertonian. A small request, if you’ve enjoyed this edition, pass on the positive and let someone know about it. Thanks for reading!
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