Alistair Mann, Chairman of the Cobham Chamber of Commerce, is running to raise funds for Combat Stress the Ex-Services Mental Welfare Society.

Alistair, an ex-soldier, was medically discharged with a paralysing neck injury in 1987 and has now taken up the challenge to run in this years Royal Parks Half Marathon in London on Sunday 6th October 2013.

To raise awareness of the charity Alistair is seeking donations of just £2 so that as many people as possible can afford to demonstrate their support for Combat Stress and the important work they do.

If you would like to support Alistair, help him raise money for this important charity but also help demonstrate widespread support across our community, please visit the JustGiving website to make a donation and find out more about Combat Stress by clicking on the links below.

Thank you.

October/November Offers

Village Card holders ONLY!

At Home - 10% off on purchases over £100 within the Deli.

Big Fry - Show your village card and receive 10% off!

Carluccio's - Village Card holders receive 10% off their bill when dining in the cafe at any time with the exception of the Valentine or Fisso menus.

Carlians Car Service Centre - Although business is tough out there we are 'moving the metal' by continuing to offer excellent value for money vehicles prepared to the highest standards. Why not come and see what offers we can prepare for you? Tel: 01483 286000 or 01932 864000 E: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Cobham Bookshop - Village Card holders receive £1 off all Vintage Books paperbacks. Vintage are a fantastic publisher whose range includes classic books for adults and children as well as contemporary fiction including A S Byatt, Ian McEwan and Toni Morrison. Come and see the selection in the window display, browse the shelves in store or ask our staff for recommendations.

Downs Solicitors LLP - Free 40 minutes legal advice on: Employment issues - Contact: Matthew Kilgannon: T: 01932 865818 E: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Family issues - Contact: Julie Watts: T: 01932 865818 E: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Farrants

Inside Out - 10% off with Village Card with sales over £10!

Jeremy Hobbs - Autumn 2013 stock now in!

Lemon Tree - £10 off Maxwell and Williams Arcobaleno set of 6 coloured wine glasses, champagne flutes and tumblers. The Lemon Tree also have a Twitter promotion, follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/lemontreeshop.

Moonflower - Fresh cut flowers over £35, card holders receive 10% off.

Optima Health

• Free 20 minute Shiatsu treatment with Liz Kendall. Shiatsu is relaxing bodywork to restore your natural balance. It treats the same pressure points as Acupuncture but without the needles, and incorporates gentle stretches and movement. Shiatsu is suitable for men and women and is safe to enjoy during pregnancy. For more information call Liz on 07944 872332 or visit www.optima-health.com/shiatsu.html or www.surrey-shiatsu.co.uk. One free session per card holder. Offer available until further notice.
• Free sample of natural, organic skincare from Neal's Yard Remedies Organic provided by Liz Kendall. Liz is an Independent Consultant with Neal's Yard Remedies Organic and can provide personal skincare advice, products and parties. If you would like to become an Independent Consultant yourself Liz can support you as you establish your business. Call 07944 872332 or visit uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/surrey-shiatsu for more information. One free sample per card holder. Offer available until further notice.
• Alex's offer - £5.00 off 60 minute & 90 minute facials. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 07757763815

Riva - FASHION SHOW! Thursday 17th October, 7/7:30pm at Strada Cobham.  Two course meal with glass of prosecco, only £30. Book your tickets through Riva tel: 01932 862597

Savills - 10% off commission for the first 6 months of tenancy for lettings instructions received during Oct - Dec 2013 period.*

Strada - Village card holders receive 20% off their food bill anytime and day!

Tanacious - with Village Card...20 minutes free when you buy 100 minutes!

The Bakery - Card holders receive 10% off all products.

Travel Professionals Ltd - Check out our website for latest offers, pop in to the Travel Lounge or call Nadia on 01932 866565  www.travelprofessionalssearch.co.uk/offers/

* promotions are subject to terms and conditions (see below)

Savills Offer - Open to members of Village card only - Only one offer per household - cannot be used in connection with any other offer - only relates to sales or lettings through Savills Cobham office - each offer runs only for the stated calendar month - sole agency fee for sales department is 2% (plus VAT) - Standard Sole Agency Lettings fee is 10% rent only and 15% managed (plus VAT) - our standard terms of business apply - A 'For Sale' or 'To Let' board will be erected at your property - Terms may be subject to availability and may be amended from time to time.

The Cobham Chamber of Commerce organised an extra duck race on Heritage Day this year. Twenty ducks were sponsored and represented participating Cobham businesses. The winning duck was called "Jedi Duck" and the lucky business was the Harlequin Dry Cleaners based at the junction of Anyards Road and the High Street.

The big ducks who took part in the race were also the focus of attention for an earlier "hunt the duck" competition. Competition participants had to fill in a form with the name of the duck displayed in the window of each of the twenty businesses. Each competition entry cost just a pound. Three winners were drawn after the duck race and have already been contacted regarding their prize.

The Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following businesses for taking part.

We are very pleased with the number of people who have said how much they enjoyed Cobham at Christmas 2012 last year and especially the new Christmas lights. Fortunately we have captured the spirit of the evening in a video.