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The RSPCA only exists because of public donations

Suzie’s happy ending…

South BucksCharity No: 243352

South Bucks RSPCAAnnual Report 2018

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Chair: David [email protected]

Secretary: Heather Gobran (from 07/18)

[email protected] Grimwood (resigned 06/18)

Treasurer: Charles [email protected]

Dog & Neutering Co-ordinator: Heidi Free [email protected]

Education & Communications: Pat [email protected]

Membership: Sarah Pollard (from 07/18)

[email protected] Grimwood (resigned 06/18)

Shops co-ordinator: Cedric Gobran (from 07/18)

[email protected] Pollard (resigned 06/18)

Cover story: After the owner of a young female cat had passed away, a few of her neighbours started to feel sorry for the cat and started to feed her. She was very popular because she was such a friendly and beautiful cat with long hair and lovely markings.

One day she came back barely being able to walk and seemed in a lot of pain. The residents did not know what to do and called the RSPCA for help. An Animal Collection Officer (ACO) came out and realised that the cat needed urgent medical attention. After the neighbours explained the complication over the ownership of this cat, the ACO agreed for the cat to come into the care of the RSPCA and took her to the vets. Upon initial examination she was diagnosed with a possible fracture to her back leg or pelvis but X-rays were necessary to determine the exact nature of her injuries. The ACO contacted our branch and we agreed to fund further treatment and also to take her into foster care to nurse her back to full health. X-rays confirmed a broken pelvis which meant 6 weeks pen rest.

She went into foster care and we named her Suzie. She was thought to be about 1-2 years old. Suzie was a model patient as not many cats are happy to spend 6 weeks in a restricted area but luckily Suzie loves to spend most her time sleeping – ideally on her back with all legs in the air whilst showing off her belly. After the 6 weeks pen

rest she had made a full recovery and was adopted by the daughter of one of our fosterers who had fallen in love with her.

She is now spoilt rotten and was very excited to have her first Christmas with a real tree in the home. Her favourite pasttime was evidently climbing up the tree and playing with the Christmas decorations!!

Your Branch Committee 2018 Suzie’s happy ending…

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Registered address: 47 High Street, Chesham, Bucks HP5 1BW

Useful ContactsAnimal rehoming:

DOGS/CATS 0845 370 7526

CATSBritta [email protected] 621425

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It is with great pleasure that I report the South Bucks Branch activities for 2018. This is my first full year in the Chair and by the time this report is out I will have served close to 2 years supporting South Bucks. As I took over from Simon Plummer, who has re-located to the West Country, (Thank you Simon for your years of service) the challenges soon set in. The branch is a huge success due to the loyalty, dedication, knowledge, support and commitment of all our Trustees, carers, fosterers, shop teams, members, vets, Inspectors, volunteers and others – who add so much value to supporting the RSPCA. It is very difficult to pull out special mentions for certain people – so I will simply say THANK YOU each and everyone of you.

Many of our trustees have remained the same since the AGM last year, this certainly ensures consistency and we are planning to add a couple during 2019.

I would say the 3 key activities for 2018, in addition to supporting countless animals, would be:

• Battling through the maze of GDPR to ensure we are compliant.

• Maintaining our positive financial position and remain extremely frugal with our precious funds.

• Creating and securing a united Board of Trustees which will protect the future of the branch.

I strongly believe we have exceeded in all these areas and much more.

For the year ahead at the time of writing this, we have many things planned:

1. A strong focus on our charity shops, their presence, and how they support the local communities. This will include some investments to improve the buildings and shop fits, how they are supported, and continuing to build on the hard work already started last year.

2. More investment of funds into our neutering schemes and prevention of further welfare needs.

3. Raising awareness through fundraising and activities.

You will see in the detailed reports the number of animals we have helped and supported this year, and I am sure you will appreciate this all takes time and effort from many per animal, but without doubt worth the efforts from all to help keep them safe.

In terms of expenditure during the year, we spent:

• £6,475 on rehoming kennel fees,of which £4,110 was on cats.

• £33,876 on vet’s fees, of which £15,147 was on cats and £10,772 was the Welfare Scheme.

• £5,323 on the Neutering scheme Overall, we spent £40,351 on front line animal help activities, which is all shown in our comprehensive financial report.

In addition, we have been left an amazing legacy of around £50,000, which is a fantastic amount of money to support animal needs. Thank you for this generosity.

Finally, with a huge thank you to all, including our customers that shop with us and give their pre-loved donations to us, for a very successful year.

I look forward to writing again.

David SimmondsChair

Chair’s Report

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The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was founded in a London coffee shop in 1824. It was established by a group of reformers led by Richard Martin MP, William Wilberforce MP and the Reverend Arthur Broome. Back then, the RSPCA was the SPCA – Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Royal patronage followed in 1837 and Queen Victoria gave permission to add the royal R in 1840,making the RSPCA as it is known today. The purpose of the Society is to end cruelty and promote kindness to animals and to alleviate their suffering.

The National Society is divided into two regions in England, and there is the Wales region; each region has a number of branches, which are independent registered charities in their own right but come under the auspices of the National Society. Some branches have clinics and animal centres. All branches support the work of the inspectorate and by providing accommodation for animals that are at risk, and assessing those animals so that suitable homes can be found for them. Branches also take in animals that are unable to stay with their owners for a variety of reasons.

South Bucks Branch was established in 1964 after Buckinghamshire Branch split into North and South, and covers from Chesham, Amersham, Gerrards Cross, Marlow to Princes Risborough. The branch has three charity shops providing funds to support our work re-habilitating and re-homing animals. The Branch does not have a homing centre but works with a network of volunteers who take in abandoned and unwanted animals, fostering and assessing them for re-homing.

tropical fish. The case received widespread coverage both at home and abroad. The defendant decided to poison her ex partners Tropical fish with bleach killing them all. Magistrates convicted and handed down a life disqualification on keeping Fish.

BuckinghamshireInspector Rachel Smith removed 3 Cats from a property Amersham where the conditions were awful. The Cats were boarded and provided with treatment by South Bucks branch which was much appreciated and eventually re homed.

BedfordshireA man was charged with criminal damage and Animal Welfare Act section 9 offences after killing his ex partners Cat with a hammer. It was a difficult case for Inspector Stephanie Law to investigate and disappointingly the offender only received a fine.

HertfordshireInspector Rachel Smith visited into a property in Watford where there were 3 Dogs fitted with electric shock collars. Our Inspectors find these collars are being increasingly used as a way of trying to control Dogs which is barbaric and cruel. The owner was investigated and eventually signed over two of the Dogs and accepted a caution.

History of the RSPCA E5 2018 Group Report

Complaints closed: 3705Collections: 3796Cases: 27Convictions: 13Adult written cautions: 10

2018 was a busy year for the group with lots of challenging work and a constantly changing group dynamic. The overall complaint figures were down on the previous year but collections have increased. Animal collection officers have carried out some amazing rescues and have now been issued with an updated reach and rescue pole which has been well received.

One of the reasons for the reduction in complaint workload has been due to changes within the group including a number of factors such as career breaks, flexible working agreements and another officer on a 6 month secondment to Headquarters. Despite these challenges the team have performed consistently well and individual Inspector complaint actions have increased significantly. Complaint investigations that then result in cases remain consistent.

OxfordshireInspector Andy Eddy dealt with a particularly unpleasant case involving the deliberate poisoning of some

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A Dog was found wandering the streets in Hatfield and was in an extremely emaciated condition. The owner was investigated and prosecuted for Animal Welfare Act, section 4 suffering offences.

RescuesAnimal welfare Officer Peter Warne and Animal Collection Officer Kate Wright were involved in the rescue of a large number of Sheep that were struggling to keep afloat in a Hertfordshire river. Sadly a number of the Sheep drowned before they arrived but Peter and Kate were able to save seven and they had a very lucky escape.

A young hedgehog was very lucky to have been spotted in a hole in a playground at a school in Toddington.

Fortunately there was a bench over the hole and some children noticed the hedgehog while sitting at the bench. It’s not clear how long he had been down there for but he was very thirsty and hungry, he was taken to a Wildlife hospital until fit enough to be released.

Animal collection officer Grace Mead attended a rescue of 40 dumped Ducklings on a slip road of the M25 and working with Highways England traffic officers rescued the birds and later released them at a safe location.

From October to December 2018 E5 group along with the other East groups entered onto a project called “Smart scheduling”. This project was implemented to look at how groups could work together in a borderless environment, allocating work to

nearest and best qualified staff while at the same time reducing the levels of pressure experienced by staff carrying high workloads. It proved very successful and although that project has now ended it has had the benefit of acting as a pre cursor to “Wilberforce” which is the introduction of a new operating platform that is being introduced into the field this year. There may be some changes to the way field staff interact with branches under this new system but we do not anticipate

any reduction in the current levels of support we offer one another.

My team and I would like to thank all of the branches that support us in our group area and we look forward to continuing this close partnership that will help to provide care and assistance to animals throughout 2019.

Rob HartleyE5 Chief Inspector

Inspector’s Report (E5 Group) continued

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This year has gone by so quickly. We have been busier this year on Welfare than we were in 2017. We have helped 50 cats and 76 dogs in 2018. Although the number of cats that we have given financial help this year remains steady, the dogs have increased by 19. We are lucky in that we, as a Branch, are in a position to help so many sick and injured cats and dogs. We are very pleased to help owners in financial need, and often people tell us how appreciative they are of our help in getting treatment for their pets.

Our budgets are limited and most owners will help with the cost of their pets treatment if they can. It is often difficult to give as much as we would like to each dog or cat as some animals need quite a lot of treatment. However, our priority remains the same,we do not like to see any animal in pain or suffering.

There have been quite a few sad cases this year, but we also have lovely moments when the cats or dogs treated by our local hard-working vets or Hillingdon Clinic improve and get well again. The owners are so happy when their pet is on the road to recovery, and in some cases their pets have been quite poorly. Dogs and cats are our priority but we like to see happy owners too!

Below are just a few of the animals we have helped this year, just to give you an insight of where the donated money goes.

One cat we had in earlier in the year returned home with a very bad leg injury that was thought to have been caused by a road traffic accident. Sadly, the leg had to be removed but the cat recovered quite quickly and is coping very well on its remaining three legs.

Another dog had been taken on by an owner as an adult, and was limping on its leg. On the x-ray it looked as if it had been hit by a car as a puppy. One fracture had healed but another needed surgery. The owner paid for this surgery for the dog but, unfortunately, another operation was required as the dog was still in pain, and we were pleased to be able to offer our help with this.

We also had quite a few requests this year for help with teeth that needed removing, and in some cases the animals were in a lot of pain. (Toothache can be awful as some of us will know!).

Lastly another dog had a very painful eye condition that can lead to serious eye problems and we were able to help with the cost of this surgery.

As always a big “THANK YOU” goes to the Hillingdon Clinic for their support in treating 28 cats and 59 dogs for us this year and only charging a nominal amount. Also to our hard-working local vets and staff – we could not do without you. They always have time for us when we ring them with requests for help for the owners and their pets.

In total this means that between ourselves and Hillingdon Clinic, 78 cats and 135 dogs have been helped

throughout the year. Financial help for a cat or a dog is available to anyone on benefits or a low income in our area.

Lastly, but importantly, I would like to thank everyone for their donations, as without your help we would not be able to offer financial assistance to owners and their pets, and this is so greatly appreciated.

Maria HowardWelfare Co-ordinator

Welfare Report

VolunteeringVolunteering for us all is one enjoyable way of helping animals and can be very rewarding. All our volunteers make a huge contribution to the work we do to prevent cruelty and promote kindness to alleviate suffering of animals, and there is sure to be a suitable opportunity for you. Anyone can volunteer and we encourage volunteers from all sections of the community.

If you would like to find out more please contact [email protected].

There are many ways you can help us make a difference, no matter how much time you have available, or the level of commitment you can afford to give.

Before you join us as a volunteer, you will be asked to complete a volunteer application form, attend an informal interview and provide referees for us to contact. When you start as a volunteer you will be provided with an induction programme and any training you need to carry out the role.

Pat BryantVolunteer Co-ordinator

2019 update, new contact: Victoria Brecht – 07889 862080

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A look back onto 2018!In 2018 we have helped 111 cats and kittens. It was a slow start to the year but suddenly several cats and kittens came in via the inspectors from various multi-cat households. Our branch is very lucky to have so many experienced and dedicated fosterers who look after our felines either in their homes or in private pens in their gardens and some of our fosterers even hand-rear tiny kittens. Fostering can be extremely tough but also very rewarding. Below are comments from some of our fosterers as to why theydo what they do:

“Knowing that when they first arrive they are confused, scared and untrusting and that I have played a part in them becoming confident, affectionate and no longer frightened is so rewarding.” Emily

“Our current circumstances mean that we can’t have a cat permanently, so fostering for South Bucks RSPCA is the perfect solution for us and we get to make cats and people happy too!” Sally & Steve

“Fostering cats for RSPCA South Bucks is one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. Each cat has been an absolute pleasure and we all eagerly wait to find out who our next visitor will be.” Natalie & family

…and here are some of our successful rescue/rehoming stories of our felines in 2018:

Jack, Meg & Ricky A litter of 3 tiny kittens were found dumped by a member of public by the side of a road. They were barely 6 weeks old and had no chance of survival on their own. After being checked over by the vets they went into fosterer care who had the difficult task of getting these kittens who were extremely underweight to the correct weight for their age. With a lot of love and care they eventually caught up. Finally all of them were ready to be rehomed. A family came forward and at first only wanted to adopt 2 of the kittens but in the end they could not leave one behind so all 3 went to the same home! A happy ending for these 3 after such an appalling start!

Lucky A member of public found a ginger kitten lying under a hedge in the garden. The kitten was very poorly, was cold and could barely stand up. There were also maggots on the kitten. Luckily the kitten was rushed to the vets. As the kitten had no microchip we were asked to take him in if no owner came forward and we agreed. The kitten was very underweight but after 1 week of intensive care at the vets, he had recovered and as nobody had come forward we took him into foster care. Within a few weeks the kitten’s weight was normal for his age and he was then

ready to be rehomed. We called him Lucky as he was indeed lucky to be alive! He was a real lap cat which

is unusual for a young kitten. He was rehomed to a lovely family where he is now very happily enjoying cuddles and sitting on laps!

Now a happy tail story about one of our Permanent Foster Cats or Golden Oldies

Marnie Marnie’s elderly owner could no longer take care of her and we were asked to rehome her. Sadly we had very little information about Marnie but the vets thought that she was around 12 years. She was a very sweet and quiet dark tabby girl. Sadly during her vet check she was diagnosed with renal failure Stage II and high blood pressure. She

Cats & Kittens Report

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was put on prescription food and blood pressure tablets which she will need for the rest of her life. She also needs regular check-ups. We were delighted when a lovely lady came forward to offer Marnie, despite her many health problems, a home. The branch will help with Marnie’s ongoing vet costs and medication. Marnie settled in very quickly and loves to sleep on her new owner’s bed. She even has the odd mad moment chasing her toys around the living room! Obviously feeling much better now despite being a slightly older girl!

Thank yous!!First of all a huge thank you to our fantastic team of cat & kitten fosterers: Anthea, Aiyana, Bryan, Elaine & Terry R., Emily, Elaine C. & family, Jo & family, Leanne, Pat M. and Sally & Steve. Sadly we lost Liz & Dave who are moving and Aiyana who went to the US – thank you for your many years of hard work and good luck with your new ventures! A big welcome and thank you to some of our new fosterers: vet nurse Lucy, Julie, Leanne and Natalie!

Thank you to Joan who until September organised the cat supplies deliveries and Jo who has since taken over, to Paul for delivering these and to James who took over from Paul. Thanks to James our garage for animal supplies

is kept tidy and stock supplies are checked regularly.

Thank you to Gordon for helping with ad hoc cat transfers, to Jo for registering the cat’s microchips and Angela Dench for looking after our lost & found cats.

I would also like to thank our wonderful team of vets and their staff from Temple End Vets, Crossroads Vets, Wendover Heights, Spinz & Nash and Goddards for looking after our animals and supporting us.

Last but not least my thanks go to our excellent homing team on the phones: Linda, Gordon, Elsie and Eileen, all our home checkers, our talented photographers (Amy & Suna) and those responsible for our PR and advertising (Pat Bryant & Pat Edgar), website (Tracey, Helen & Angela D.) and our social media (Claire).

I am sorry if I have missed anybody out but please rest assured that all the cats/kittens and myself are extremely grateful to everybody who helped last year and hope we can count on your support in 2019!

Thank you so much.

Britta LamsCats Co-ordinator & Permanent Foster Cats Co-ordinator

Cats & Kittens Report continued Feral Cats ReportOnce again sightings of feral cats were very intermittent during 2018. I’m not sure why there has been such a decrease in numbers over the past 3 or 4 years, as at one time we could hardly cope.

We had a call from Murt, who has long been associated with the Branch, to say that there was a small colony of 4/5 cats at his place of work. He had been feeding and looking after them but they needed testing and neutering. Although working full time Murt undertook to trap and take them to and from the vet. There was a tiny Ginger kitten too, and Murt took this home for Sarah to hand rear. Reggie, so named, grew quickly and after being weaned at 4 weeks was taken and fostered by Elaine. When he was old enough he was homed together with another of our kittens.… a happy ending.

One of the female cats was pregnant, in fact almost immediately had 2 kittens, alas, stillborn. It was too soon to spay her, so she re-joined the others. Later on, another cat appeared whom they called Simon.

He was very popular with everyone, but did not look well, and was very thin. He had already been tested for FIV/FEL and neutered so was given antibiotics. He was eating well and putting on weight, but a few months later he had a relapse and sadly was put to sleep on vet advice. He is greatly missed… Murt is still trying to trap the mother cat, but she is wily and has managed to avoid capture so far, Luckily, there are no unneutered male cats around at the moment !!

Thank you Murt for all your time and trouble, it has been a tremendous help. No doubt we shall get an update during 2019. Thank you too Sarah for your part in a very successful venture.

One day a lady phoned to say that she had a very tiny kitten on its own in her garden, obviously abandoned by its mother. Elaine took it home to hand

rear, but sadly it died some days later. Occasionally this happens – a mother cat will abandon a kitten if she ‘senses’ it is not well, the Big Cats do the same.

However, later on we rescued 5 kittens about 4/5

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Goldie Fox and the Three WildiesNovember and cold nights, so set the heating to come on overnight in the cat house, changed all the bedding to nice clean warm fleeces and new catnip toys. Five of my plant troughs are now deployed as ‘cat cots’, three still in greenhouse and two in cat house. Midge prefers to sleep in a wicker carrier where he is well hidden.

Over the past year Midge, Leo and Mystery have got used to being fed inside the cat house and occasionally I find one having a nap in there. I adjusted the time of their evening meal to coincide with the heating being switched on, hoping that they would be tempted to spend the night inside.

The Sunday before Christmas the Wildies were not showing normal interest in the morning feed. Opened cabin door to find a fox in Mystery’s bed, surprised, I said hello to him, and rushed away to get my camera. Could not help thinking what a struggle he must have had getting through the cat flap and how desperate he must have been. I thought he would have gone by the time I returned a few

minutes later, but he had not moved. I continued talking quietly and took some photos. He looked very poorly and did not seem to notice when I stroked his head. I decided to leave him to rest in peace, but as I turned to walk out, he shot past me and ran off down the garden watched by the Wildies. Well… the look that they gave him!… ’what are YOU doing sleepingin MY bed ?‘

They were really put out and would not go near the cat house or eat their food. I spent most of the day changing and washing all the dishes, bedding, and scrubbing out the cat house andin spite of everything being clean, fresh and scented with cat nip, it was

three days before they would go back in or eat normally.

So far, no sign of Goldie returning, but Tiggywinkles are standing by in case he comes back.

Marian Wanstall

weeks old from a barn. Elaine went and collected them and said how all the family were most helpful. In fact only 4 were caught at that time but the son managed to catch the last one later, and took it to Elaine that evening. After being treated for fleas and worms they were transferred to Julie Harman who domesticated and fostered them until they were homed by the Branch. Thank you for a good job well done Julie.

During the year we have trapped, tested and neutered several ‘single’ cats and returned them to site. However, quite a few people have contacted us about ferals who have been around their property for a while. Being cat lovers they were willing to take them to a vet for testing and neutering, and then to have them back to ‘keep an eye on them’.

It is lovely that some people are happy to do this, and find shelter and food for them too, …lucky cats. Sadly, about half a dozen good citizens borrowed traps to do the same, but despite all their efforts the cats refused to be caught. I think that those who had been to the vet warned the others !!

A big thank you to Elaine and Terry who do all the running about for me, as well as fostering our domestic kittens. They are always ready and willing to undertake any problem that

comes our way, and their time and efforts are very much appreciated.

Finally, a few words regarding our permanent lodgers, Midge Leo and Mystery. Now in their 9th year with Marian they continue to bloom and thoroughly enjoy life, although even after all this time only Midge occasionally ventures into the house… this to steal any biscuits that may be about. Every year Marian traps them and takes them to the vet for a check up and their vaccinations…not a popular move !! One of their adventures is written up below this report.

Joan JohnsonFeral Cat Co-ordinator

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During 2018 the number of dogs that we were asked for help with sadly reduced in number from the previous year.

We had 6 dogs taken into care and 4 healthy puppies born in care.

RosieAn absolute delightful young medium sized x-breed aged 3 years old. Her family’s personal circumstances were changing, and they were not able to continue taking care of ROSIE.

When she came into care, she was heavily pregnant, this was a planned pregnancy by owners.

Rosie went to her foster home, and Jenny, her foster mum, said that it was an absolute pleasure to care for her. She settled in to her foster home very quickly and got on well with all her resident canine friends.

5 days after coming into care Rosie started to show signs of preparing herself for giving birth, Jenny had set

up a quiet, secure area and a heated outside kennel, Rosie had the choice and she chose the kennel. She was an excellent mum, very contented and extremely caring, and her puppies flourished. She had her own space and garden, and she chose to join her foster family when she wanted to.

Sally’s birthing storyOn the 13th August 2018 a dog called Rosie came to my Nan’s house to be fostered for the South Bucks RSPCA. She was heavily pregnant.

Five days later Rosie went into labour and Nana said I could stay and help. I was so excited.

Sadly, the first puppy was stillborn. Next Rosie gave birth to a healthy male puppy. I helped Nana open the birth sack and made sure the puppy was

Dogs Reportwell. I helped with the following three puppies and rubbed them with a towel and made sure all paws, tails and toes were present and correct.

When we were sure that the last puppy had been born and Rosie and given all her puppies their first feed, we left Rosie to rest and bond with her new born family.

I made Nana lots of coffee throughout the day whilst Rosie was busy giving birth to her puppies.

I felt very excited and privileged to watch them being born. Rosie was a really good mum.

When puppies were ready to start being weaned, they all moved on to Sam, another branch fosterer. They soon got into eating their puppy food and just seemed to grow and grow.

Rosie and the puppies all went onto find and settle well into their new homes.

NoahA 2-week-old Chihuahua was thrown from a moving van wrapped in a towel into the path of a

member of the public. Noah was taken to the local vets and given a clean bill of health, no injuries, thankfully.

Sadly, as Noah was so young and did not have his mum,he had to be hand-reared, so he went to live with Sarah, a very experienced foster hand-rearing mum. Sarah fed him every 4 hours, day and night,until he was ready to take the next step and start eating puppy food.

Once he was ready, he moved on to Jenny, where he stayed and learnt until he found his new permanent home. His new home also came with another little Chihuahua friend.

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Dogs Report continued

I often find it difficult when I have to compile my Annual Report. As I go through my log book, it brings home to me the small number of animals that we have been able to help compared to years gone by. As I have mentioned previously, I feel that this is due to the fact that animals are now sourced over the internet and we do not have the same number of people approaching us to adopt a rescue animal. Until an animal is re-homed, due to lack of space we are unable to bring in another. However, this year I am able to start my report with some very happy news. I am sure most you will remember that I highlighted the plight of Misty and Sidney in my Annual Report for 2017. These sweet rabbits had been in branch care for a very long time and were constantly overlooked by prospective adopters. You will all be delighted to learn that

Misty and Sidney went to their new home in November 2018.

They have settled in very well and their new family are delighted with them.

In February, we took in seven stray rabbits. The weather was particularly cold and one baby rabbit was found in the snow. The gentleman who found him immediately took him to the vet for me but sadly he was too poorly and had to be put to sleep. Another rabbit, Sammy, was reunited with his owners. They were very lucky to have found him as he was not microchipped, had he been we would have been able to reunite them immediately. The others were all neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Some have been re-homed and others are still waiting.

Thanks to members of the public, two budgerigars were captured and

Dave Bevan took them to live in his aviary. Following our Facebook post I had a phone call from a gentleman to try and trace his missing bird. He was not on Facebook himself but his daughter who was living in Australia had seen the post and contacted him.

Small Animals Report

Rabbits: 18Guinea Pigs: 4Budgerigars: 2

Ducks: 2Hamster: 1

He was a very sweet natured little dog full of character and gave Jenny and her family many laughs.

MegA Blue Merle 4-year-old collie who needed to find a new home where she would be able to channel her intelligence and energy in the correct way, to help her become the special dog that she is.

When I was asked to help rehome a collie, the first people who came to mind was David and Helen, very experienced collie owners and retired volunteers of the branch who moved to Wales in 2017.

Meg went to join David and Helen, seven other collies and two Jack Russell’s in Wales and has never looked back,

she is now enjoying her life walking the Welsh hills.

Thank you!!I would like to say a very BIG thank you to Jenny, Sam and families for fostering canines during 2018, without your help and care we not have been able to help the canines that we have done this past year.

Thank you to our fantastic homing team, Linda, Elsie, Eileen & Gordon, our home visitors. Amy for taking brilliant photos and all other volunteers who help us help animals.

I would like to also thank our wonderful vets and their staff at Crossroads and Temple End for their care, support and understanding.

Heidi FreeDog Co-ordinator

Animals into Branch care 2018

TOTAL 27

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Unfortunately, it was not his bird but it was interesting for me to see how social media can work so quickly. He made contact within a few hours!

We were able to help four Guinea Pigs in 2018. In the past Lorna has re-homed as many female Guinea Pigs as she was able to accommodate. She also took in the occasional neutered boar when she had space. We had been without a Guinea Pig fosterer for some time, but I am pleased to report that Tina Harvey has joined us and has so far taken in three Guinea Pigs for us. Her daughter is training to be a veterinary nurse and the family is also willing to take in rats for us. This is excellent news and we welcome the whole family to our team.

Two ducks needed help in November after a fox had broken into their compound and killed their companions. Again, Dave Bevan came to the rescue and they are living happily on his wonderful pond.

Chris Gates adopted Toby one of our older rabbits and he has settled in well with his new friend. As always, thanks to all of our helpers who continue to adopt some animals with health or age-related problems from us. Your support is very much appreciated and you give these special animals a well-deserved second chance.

Sadly, we said goodbye to Carol in 2018. ‘Carol from Hemel’ as she was known had worked with us for many years. Although she lived outside of our branch area, she took in so many rabbits, Guinea Pigs and rats over the years and was a huge support to the branch. She moved during 2018 and was unable to help us in the future.

Small Animals Report continued

Huge thanks to Carol and Alan for all their support and kindness over the years. Dawn has also had to step down from fostering this year. I cannot remember how many years she has worked with us, it has been such a long time. I should also like to thank her for all her support but I know that this is not goodbye as she will still be available for help and advice if we need it.

As always, a huge thank you to Pat M, Chris, Jenny, Anne, Lorna, Heather and Adrian, Sam, Louise, Carol, Dawn, Rob and family, Beth, Tina and family. Some of us have worked together for more years than we care to remember,

but I am glad that we have had some younger fosterers join us over the past couple of years which gives us hope for the future.

Again, grateful thanks to all the local vets who continue to support during good and bad times. We do deal with some very difficult cases and we can always rely on their support and good advice.

Thank you to everyone who has adopted an animal from us, we could not carry on without you.

Heather GobranSmall Animal Homing Co-ordinator

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BurnhamThe year has shown continued success, and the figures reflect the fact that we are getting the best out of our limited facilities. Julie Holland, assisted by Lyn Watson King and our wonderful volunteers, all work well as team, often willing to step in and provide cover at short notice, and all doing their best to ensure the smooth running of the shop.

Over recent years we have been very fortunate with the volume, variety and quality of donations. 2018 was no exception: a Bose Stereo sold for £175, a Longines watch for £250 and Chanel perfume for £130. We also had Lladro ornaments, gold and silver jewellery, and a Rolling Stones presentation disk that realised £65. We have found that using Facebook to update customers about exceptional items we are selling has been very successful. A ‘Cambridge Satchel Company’ bag was posted and it was sold immediately for £50, and we could have sold it several times over.

We took part in 3 main events throughout the year. On May 26th the village Donkey Derby took £395, at the summer fair in July we took £310, and the Burnham village late night opening on the 6th December took £481, with the overall total for the day an amazing £1095. These events have provided

an additional boost to funds, made possible by the additional support of our volunteers.

We try to change the window display regularly, keeping up with the various regular themes throughout the year, (Mothers/Father’s Day, Remembrance Sunday etc.) and also special occasions for example the World Cup and The Royal Weddings.

We greatly appreciate the kind donation of plants to sell by Davies brothers our local family nursery.

Of course, our volunteers are the cornerstone of our continued success. Early in the year Gill retired after 14 years of service. We have 3 new volunteers Jacqui, Rosie and Jenny who are already a vital part of the team. We also had some volunteers, Maggie, Mandy, Yvonne and Olivia, who joined us briefly but decided it wasn’t for them.

Huge recognition goes to our long-standing volunteers Sharron, Katrina, Karen, Sarah P, Pat, Tracy, and Sarah B. Also, the continued support from Andy Holland who does the PAT testing and Steve, who checks the watches and jewellery which is invaluable.

Julie Holland & Lyn Watson-KingBurnham Shop Managers

Shops Report

CheshamWell, here we are again! Another year has passed, they are going by so quickly.

We had a sad end to the year when we were informed that one of our volunteers, Adrian, had sadly passed away over the Christmas period. All our condolences to Adrian’s family.

Then to top everything off we had a thief steal money from the safe when the shop was shut. Over two nights somebody broke into six shops in Chesham, mainly charity shops, and stole money and anything of value. Unfortunately, no one was ever charged and the case has been closed.

Now to happier news, our donations over the year have been excellent. The furniture donations have been especially high, with some very nice pieces being donated. Long may this continue!

When the Christmas lights were turned on, we had a visit from a Christmas Elf who helped on our soft toy tombola and we completely sold out. A very good evening was had by one and all.

I was pleased to receive such good feedback on our Remembrance display.

I would like to say many, many thanks to our very much appreciated volunteers: Ann, Irene, Janine, Jean,

Jo, Peter, June, Laurel, Mildred, Rose, Tracey, and Eloise taking the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

FINALLY, I would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to all our customers for the support that they have given us throughout the year. With your continued help we are able to support the animals in the South Bucks Area.

Paul ColeChesham Shop Manager

Furniture neededPlease deliver directly to the Chesham

shop, or you can even call us to collect:

01494 810118

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Princes RisboroughThe start of 2018 was slow, with cold and wet weather followed by the “Beast from the East” in March causing havoc with snow and ice, resulting in very quiet days.

Spring picked up, and Summer saw the town host its annual Street Festival, with the theme of “on the Beach”. Each shop is asked to do a window display based on the theme, and our seaside window was awarded with a “Highly Commended” certificate. We took part with a stall outside on one of the hottest July days, helped by Henry who was doing his Duke of Edinburgh silver award. Crowds filled the streets and the takings for the day doubled.

Sadly one of our first volunteers, Leo Smith, passed away at the end of the year, following many years in a Nursing Home she had moved to after

a stroke. It was her wish that her vast cat collection come to the shop, so, sure enough, one day her daughter in law arrived with a wheelbarrow full of her many cat ornaments, and Lesley Ann Ivory cat plates. Another animal donation in the year was someone’s large collection of soft toy rhinos ranging in size from a very small to a rather large rhino which filled a corner of the window. These were all happily homed to their new forever home.

Another of our volunteers decided to hang up her sorting gloves at the ripe old age of 92. We wish Marion a well-deserved, happy retirement.

As ever we must thank our wonderful volunteers for their time and commit-ment: Ruth, Carole M, Rosemary, Karen, Lynn, Annette, Gina and Carole.

Ruth Jones & Lorna KynastonPrinces Risborough Shop Managers

Shops Report continued Education ReportEducation Workshops for Schools, Clubs and Organisations from an RSPCA Speaker.

Preventing animal cruelty is at the heart of everything we do. Educating and sharing the needs of animals is an essential part of life both for children and adults.

In 2018 we visited five schools to present our 30/45 minute Workshop. Children enjoyed the interactive games which are light hearted but give a big message and a new look

to animal welfare and how everyone can play their part.

South Bucks is your local branch of the RSPCA and we have two speakers who can visit schools and we are also happy to visit clubs and organisations in our area or beyond.

If you are interested in booking a Workshop, or would like to know more, please contact: [email protected] or phone Pat Bryant on 01494 865287.

Inspector Collection Box & Stalls ReportOur collection boxes are all over the area: Amersham, The Chalfonts, Chesham, Gerrards Cross, Hazlemere, High Wycombe, Naphill, Marlow, Burnham and Princes Risborough.

So a big thank you to Jilly, Declan, and Eileen for their help in organising the collection boxes. We raised £1,745.95 in 2018.

We took part in three Christmas Fayres, by hiring a table or two, selling some of our Christmas goods, and ran a children’s Lucky Dip, which always goes down well on the run up to Christmas.

We also had a fundraising table at Missenden Abbey which was a great success and a small one at an indoor boot sale. We raised £917.68. Thanks to my helpers Sarah, Emily and Louise.

Also thank you to Ruth, Lorna, Paul and James for

keeping me supplied with items from the shops.

If you would like to help with collection boxes or stalls, please call Pat on 01494 815766.

Pat Miller Collection Boxes & Stalls

Neutering SchemeThe South Bucks Branch run a Neutering Scheme to help and encourage owners of cats and dogs living in our local area to neuter their pets at a reduced cost.

South Bucks would like to say a BIG thank you to both Crossroads and Temple End vets and staff who are very

supportive of the neutering scheme and without their help the scheme would not be able to continue and run smoothly During 2018, 38 Dogs and 21 cats were neutered through this scheme.

Owners who contact Heidi on 01494 564026 can get discounted neutering costs for both cats and dogs.

Heidi FreeNeutering Co-ordinator

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Animals in our care receive veterinary treatment, vaccination, neutering and microchipping prior to re-homing, which help to control the incidence and spread of disease and suffering.

We re-home animals at a modest cost to people who are able to give a home to a companion animal. A companion animal brings measurable benefits to people’s health and wellbeing including mental health, which is a subsidiary and significant benefit to the main charitable aim of the service to reduce animal suffering. The Branch takes in lost cats and small animals and seeks to reunite those pets with their owners, which benefits the local community.

The Branch operates a neutering and welfare programme to assist low income pet owners to ensure animals are not suffering and they are seen by a vet as required.

Within the terms of our governing document, we support the National Society and other RSPCA branches by providing assistance in connection with homeless animals. The Branch also provides many volunteering opportunities. This benefits local people by providing opportunities to improve skills and experience whilst working for an organisation that promotes greater compassion and understanding of animals.

Branch objectives &public benefit statement

CROSSROADS VETERINARY CENTRE

www.vetswycombe.co.uk

Hazlemere (01494) 718700 Watlington (01491) 612799 High Wycombe (01494) 459095

Consulta ons six days a week 24/7 Emergency on-site

Opera ng facili es at our three surgeries Private parking at all branches

Pet healthcare plans Online shop

Genuine 24/7, 365 days a year ON-SITE EMERGENCY care (service provided on-site by Vets Now)

This year a total of 47 cats were reported/registered with the Branch as either lost or found. Unfortunately only 34 of those were microchipped. Of the 47 reported lost, 20 were happily reunited with their owners but sadly 2 were deceased.

What should you do if you lose your cat?• Register his/her details with your

local animal charities and veterinary practices

• If the cat is microchipped, make sure your contact details are up to date with the microchip company www.petlog.org.uk

• Advise your neighbours and ask them to check their outbuildings

• Distribute posters/leaflets around the local area and post details on your local Facebook and Twitter pages

• Inform the cleansing department of your local council

When your cat does return home, do inform any organisations you have contacted.

What should you do if you find a cat?• If the cat is sick, injured or in distress,

please contact the RSPCA National Helpline on 0300 1234 999

• If you are able, take the cat to a vet where they will be able to scan for a microchip and assess any injuries

• Register the cat’s details with your local animal charities and veterinary practices

• Distribute posters/leaflets around your local area and post details on your local Facebook and Twitter pages

• If you are able to get close to the cat, print off a paper collar and add your details so an owner can contact you. For a paper collar please visit www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/cats/straycats

The importance of microchipping our pets is invaluable, assisting in the most effective and efficient way of reuniting us with our beloved companions.

The National Society promotes the website www.petslocated.com to assist with reuniting lost and found pets with their owners.

Angela DenchLost & Found Cats

Lost & Found Report

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Your generous donations of time, money and support mean we can plan ahead and work out how best to use our resources for animal welfare.

Give generously• Donate money, visit:

www.rspca-southbucks.org.uk

• Leave us a legacy in your will

• Donate goods to our charity shops

• Join www.giveasyoulive.co.uk, selecting our branch as your chosen charity. The stores that have signed up then donate a commission to us on every online purchase you make.

Take action• Rehome or foster an animal from us

• Nominate someone who has gone the extra mile for animals for an RSPCA Honour, visit:www.rspca.org.uk/honours

• Volunteer for us, visit:www.rspca-southbucks.org.uk

Get social• Follow us on Facebook

• Follow us on Twitter

Campaign for us• RSPCA Assured label it the

ethical food label dedicated to farm animal welfare. www.rspcaassured.org.uk

• Help us make our campaigns, such as improving pet welfare, successful by joining in debates and taking action, visit:wwww.rspca.org.uk/getinvolved/campaign

Go Green• Take unwanted goods to one of

our 3 charity shops, in Burnham, Chesham or Princes Risborough

In your area• RSPCA branches are run by

volunteer trustees who influence how we care and prevent cruelty to animals locally. Find out about becoming a branch trustee at:www.rspca.org.uk/branchtrustee

How you can help…

Feed your pets• Buy RSPCA pet food for you cats,

dogs, guinea pigs and rabbits – it’s been designed by experts. Cat and dog foods are complete, meaning they contain all your pets need to keep healthy, visit: shop.rspca.org.uk

Education is prevention• Organise a talk at your local school

to ensure animals have the lives they deserve, we need to build a world of compassionate, caring, informed children and adults. To make this happen we work with the teachers at any school. Contact [email protected] to arrange a talk.

Join us• Become a member of the RSPCA, visit:

www.rspca.org.uk/joinus

• Give children aged 8-12 Animal Action Club membership, visit: www.animalaction.co.uk

• Full Veterinary Service • ProActive Pets Healthcare Plan • Pet Passports • Puppy & Kitten Advice • Pet Nutrition & Slimming

• Dental Care • Emergency Service

58 Lower Road, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire SL9 9AA Tel: 01753 882704

We also have branches throughout Middlesex and at the Mandeville Veterinary Hospital in Northolt we offer first opinion advice, specialist referrals and our 24 hour emergency service.

For more information please visit goddardvetgroup.co.uk

In an emergency please telephone 01753 882704 (24 hours)

RSPCA South Bucks Branch

@RSPCASouthBucks

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Financial ReviewVolunteer’s Thoughts…In 2018 the charity had sufficient funding to allow it to pay for all animal care costs and educational activities in full in the South Bucks area.

The year’s financial performance shows a surplus of £83,915 for the year and is a substantial improvement over 2017, when the surplus was £59,925. A large increase in legacy income has mainly contributed to this.

In terms of the Branch’s operational objectives, income from its supporters and donors has grown by 47% to £100,000, from £68,000 in the previous year.

The shops have shown a more modest increase in income by 4% to £183,000. This is a reflection upon the challenges faced by all High Street traders today and maintaining an attractive presence in an increasingly competitive Charity trading environment is a priority for us.

Additional income from re-homing of £8,000 and cash investments of £2,000 have brought total income to £293,000.

Against that, a policy of prudent cost monitoring and control has ensured that an increase in costs across the Branch over the previous year has been contained at 8%, with total expenditure of £209,000. £44,000 of this figure has been directly upon Animal Welfare, which is an increase of 5% from 2017.

Supported by a dedicated team of volunteers, the Branch’s proportion of staff cost expenditure of 37% compares favourably to a Charity industry average of 55%, our spend in this area for the year being £78,000.

Accordingly, the Branch’s free financial reserves have grown from the previous year to £536,000 and provide a buffer against future uncertainty. In this context, our challenges for the future include ensuring that we prioritise expenditure in accordance with the Branch’s Charitable aims and objectives.

In this respect, the Branch has resolved some key objectives for future spending. This includes providing financial support and assistance to other local Branches, a full review of equipment, and in particular housing used for animal welfare. It is also the Branch’s intention that an Animal Awareness Campaign be launched locally.

RSPCA South Bucks’ continued growth in income and its distribution is a testament to the loyalty and hard work of its many supporters, employees and volunteers, to whom the Trustees of the Branch are always thankful.

Charles Biggie (Treasurer)On behalf of the Trustees of RSPCA South Bucks Branch

SharonHaving lived in New Zealand for 25 years, I returned to Burnham in 2013 to care for my Mummy, and her beloved Spud Cat. We frequented the Charity Shop daily and one day Julie suggested that I should Volunteer. I have never looked back. No day at the shop is the same,keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes appeals to my work ethic and I get to interact with a wide variety of people and to learn a little something everyday.

I have been able to make new friends and acquaintances, and whilst my role as a carer can be solitary, I am part of a great team at the shop I can ensure that I do not lose confidence socially. Also it is a way of giving back to others, finding the right scarf or necklace for an outfit, or producing the missing DVD for a film series, or even kitting out a bride for her wedding outfit.The fact that I am working for a good cause gives me extra pride in my work. Of particular importance to me is the rehoming scheme and the assistance given to people to get their pets neutered. Knowing that I can help make a difference gives me a boost every day.

LindaI am a telephone volunteer with the Rehoming Team, a job I have done for about seven years. Why? I can work from home and with the back up of an answering service, the hours are flexible. Most importantly, it is very rewarding. I am helping animals to find a safe, secure and loving home and people to get a pet which has been in the care of the RSPCA and therefore from a reliable source.

Calls come from a wide diversity of people, from young families wanting a playful, easy-going animal, to retired couples with lots of time and experience to take on a more challenging pet. We aim to rehome within the branch area if possible but in these days of the internet, calls are common from well out of area, often 30-50 miles away. People do not mind travelling for an animal they particularly want. I just have to sort out their local branch to do a home visit. In addition to rehoming, calls can be on other subjects, for example, seeking wildlife advice or welfare assistance. You learn as you go and support is on-hand from the coordinators. Always interesting and certainly satisfying, this job gives you freedom and flexibility to volunteer and to make a difference both to the animals and their adopting families. Do come and join us.

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INCOME and EXPENDITURE INCOME for

CHARITABLE PURPOSES

EXPENDITURE on CHARITABLE PURPOSES

These summarised financial statements were extracted from the full statutory Trustees’ Report and Accounts which were approved by the board of trustees on 15th April 2019 and signed on their behalf by:

Charles Biggie (Treasurer)

David Simmonds (Chair)

The full statutory Trustees’ Report and Accounts and Independent Examiner’s Report may be obtained from: The Treasurer South Bucks RSPCA 47 High Street Chesham Buckinghamshire HP5 1BW Email: [email protected]

£155,556

Shops 43%Legacies 33%Supporter Income and Donations 17%Re-homing 5%Other Income 2%

£71,641

HQ quota 1% Kennel fees 9%Veterinary fees 47% Veterinary supplies 5%Depreciation 2% Governance 36%

INCOME and EXPENDITURE INCOME for

CHARITABLE PURPOSES

EXPENDITURE on CHARITABLE PURPOSES

These summarised financial statements were extracted from the full statutory Trustees’ Report and Accounts which were approved by the board of trustees on 15th April 2019 and signed on their behalf by:

Charles Biggie (Treasurer)

David Simmonds (Chair)

The full statutory Trustees’ Report and Accounts and Independent Examiner’s Report may be obtained from: The Treasurer South Bucks RSPCA 47 High Street Chesham Buckinghamshire HP5 1BW Email: [email protected]

£155,556

Shops 43%Legacies 33%Supporter Income and Donations 17%Re-homing 5%Other Income 2%

£71,641

HQ quota 1% Kennel fees 9%Veterinary fees 47% Veterinary supplies 5%Depreciation 2% Governance 36%

Income and Expenditure

These summarised financial statements were extracted from the full statutory Trustees’ Report and Accounts which were approved by the board of trustees on 15th April 2019 and signed on their behalf by:

Charles Biggie (Treasurer)

David Simmonds (Chair)

The full statutory Trustees’ Report and Accounts and Independent Examiner’s Report may be obtained from:

The TreasurerSouth Bucks RSPCA47 High StreetCheshamBuckinghamshireHP5 1BW

Email: [email protected]

Income for Charitable Purposes Expenditure on Charitable Purposes

Summarised Financial Statements(for 2018)

Raising money for Charitable Purposes 2018 2017

Income CostAvailable for

Charitable purposes

£s £sDonations, subscriptions and fund raising 46,734 (20,232) 26,502 21,313 Legacies 53,375 (1,334) 52,041 28,762 Shops Income 182,583 (115,885) 66,698 63,900 Re-homing 7,622 7,622 7,085 Other income 2,693 2,693 2,074 TOTAL INCOME 293,007 (137,451) 155,556 123,134 £155,556 available for Charitable Purposes

Expenditure on Charitable PurposesHQ quota 525 25 Kennel fees 6,475 6,713 Veterinary fees 33,876 31,110 Veterinary supplies 3,575 4,134 Depreciation 1,134 792

45,585 42,774 Governance ExpenditureStaff Costs 22,640 17,447 Depreciation 792 90 Accountancy 1,200 1,200 Overheads 1,424 1,698

26,056 20,435 TOTAL CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE 71,641 63,209 SURPLUS for the YEAR £ 83,915 £ 59,925

Assets and LiabilitiesFixed Assets 15,247 16,620 Stock 1,929 1,962 Total long-term assets 17,176 18,582 Cash 489,108 420,892 Debtors and Creditors 46,999 29,894 Total representing available fi nancial reserves 536,107 450,786 Representing future expenditure cover of 31 months 28 monthsTOTAL UNRESTRICTED FUNDS £ 553,283 £ 469,368

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RSPCA South Bucks Shops

All shops are open Monday to Friday: 9:30 – 16:30Saturday: Burnham 9:30 – 16:30, Chesham 9:30 – 16:00,

Princes Risborough 9:30 – 14:00

Donations welcome at all three shops, Chesham even accepts furniture!

Registered address: South Bucks RSPCA, 47 High Street, Chesham, Bucks HP5 1BW

BURNHAM68 High Street

BurnhamSL1 7JT

01628 663040

CHESHAM47 High Street

CheshamHP5 1BW

01494 810118

PRINCES RISBOROUGH10 High Street

Princes RisboroughHP27 0AX

01844 345346

BURNHAM

CHESHAMPRINCESRISBOROUGH