What's On Magazine March 2013 by michael townsend

WHAT’S ON March 2013

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What’s On March 2013 Until 9th March. - Merrily We Roll Along At Menier Chocolate Factory, 52 Southwark Street, London SE1 1RU. Tues. - Sat. 8pm. Sat. and Sun. 3.30pm. Starring Damian Humbley and Jenna Russell and Mark Umbers. Triple Olivier Award winner Maria Friedman makes her professional directorial debut at the Chocolate Factory. Box Office 0207 378 1713.

Fri. 1st March - Andy Parsons (Comedy)

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea with his show, I’ve Got A Shed. Tickets £15.00. 01424 229111.

Fri. 1st - 3rd March - Girls Aloud

At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. 0844 856 0202.

Fri. 1st March - Cody Simpson

At the 02 Docklands, London. 0844 8560202.

Fri. 1st March - Brede Farmers Market

At Brede Village Hall, every Friday from 10am - 12 noon.

Fri. 1st - 3rd March - John Lawson Circus

At the Hop Farm Country Park, Beltring, near Paddock Wood. Fri. 4.30pm and 7.30pm. Sat. 2pm and 5pm. Sun. 2pm. 07860 498833.

Until 9th March - Starlight Express

At the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Rock On Roller Skating Sensation. £16.50 to £39.50. 01323 412000.

Sat. 2nd - 3rd March - RYA Dinghy Show

At Alexandra Palace, Woodgreen, London in the Great Hall. The world’s only show dedicated to dinghy sailing and dinghy classes. http://www. alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/rya-dinghy-show/

Sat. 2nd March - Mad March Airs

At St. Mark’s Church, Little Common, near Bexhill, TN39 4BZ. A concert of classical music performed by Carmen Lasok (soprano) and Robert Aldwinckle (piano and organ). Tickets £10 from Anne on 01424 842002.

DATING SITES CATAGORISED WITH HELPFUL INFORMATION So you find yourself in a position where you are looking for a new partner – what do you do now? You could go to the local pub, night club or singles night. It is not easy, especially if you have not been on the dating scene for quite a while. That is why so many people turn to online dating, but which web site do you choose? A new website is now available to help you choose, www.DreamDateFinder.com . Here you will find dating sites categorised along with information to help you make a good choice. They also have a section offering free dating advice.

Sat. 2nd Mar. - Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings

At the Hailsham Pavilion, George Street, Hailsham. 7.30pm. Front man of best act live band Bellowhead, Jon Boden comes to the Pavilion with friends and fellow Bellowhead band members. £19.50. 01323 8414414.

Until 23rd June - Shaun Gladwell: Cycles of Radical Will

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. Free entry. Shaun Gladwell’s solo exhibition Cycles of Radical Will is the Australian artist’s largest in the UK to date. 01424 229111.

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Spring is in the air in Battle and so the annual Spring Exhibition gets underway at Saffron Gallery. Kick-starting the show is new work by Saffron’s resident artists including dreamy, contemporary impressionist works by Jessica Zoob and powerful, evocative skyscapes by Susan Evans. Both artists are highly influenced by the beautiful Sussex countryside, coastline and elements yet each artist’s individual interpretation produces highly unique results. The rolling exhibition will be ever-changing throughout the spring season, next including new work by Chrissy Guest, Martyn Baldwin RBA, Eve Shepherd ARBS RPS, Louise Giblin ARBS and Frances Bloomfield. See www.SaffronGallery.co.uk for more information or contact the gallery on 01424 772 130 or info@SaffronGallery.co.uk for more information.

Starlings in Bexhill-on-Sea is an exciting new Art & Craft Collective gift shop, made up of local and regional designer makers and artists. The aims of the Collective are to promote and support the local community of artists and designer makers from Bexhill and beyond. Members’ products include handbags, leather belts and purses, quilting and patchwork, bespoke jewellery using silver and semi–precious stones, cards/ prints and artwork, organic skincare, fused glassware and bottle clocks, lamps and decoupage furniture, handmade children’s accessories. Starlings also stocks a large range of unique and exquisite oriental homeware and accessories that makes it an ideal destination for gifts and presents. As most of the products are made locally by our members we also take orders and commissions. Our range of products is continuously changing as we add new members, so pop in and see what you can find. Located on Sackville Road, we are 100 yards from the De La Warr Pavilion and 200 yards from the sea front.

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What’s On Magazine PO Box 76, BATTLE, E. Sussex, TN33 0WA. Tel. 01424 870363 or Fax: 01424 892075 www.whats-on-magazine.com info@whats-on-magazine.com

March 2013 House and Home P. 2 - 27 Pet Services P.2 Antiques & Collectables P.14 - 17 Fuel and Fire P.18 -20 & 27 George Clarke Interview P.22 - 26 Food and Drink P.28 - 34 Gig Guide P.32

Martial Arts Kids & Adult Classes in Bexhill & Hastings. P. 51

Travel P. 35

Liane Caroll P.40

Fashion and Leisure P.36 - 41 Garden Services P.42 - 45 & back page Wedding Services P.46 & 47 Health, Fitness & Beauty P.48 - 51 Nursing and Care P.52 - 56 Parent and Child P.57 P.35

Wild Bird Care P.58 & 59 George Clarke P.22

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From Sat. 2nd March Saffron Gallery Spring Exhibition

At Saffron Gallery, 59 - 60 High St, Battle. Includes new work by Saffron’s resident artists including dreamy, contemporary impressionist works by Jessica Zoob and powerful, evocative skyscapes by Susan Evans. See main advertisement on page3.

Sat. 2nd March - See The Steam Giants

At Brede Waterworks. Entrance at the top of Brede Hill. Open 10am 4pm. Free entry and parking. The huge steam pumping engines have been restored and are in motion again. 01323 897310.

Sat. 2nd March - Robertsbridge Village Market

At Robertsbridge Village Hall, Station Road, Robertsbridge from 10am 12.30pm. 01580 882204.

Sat. 2nd & 3rd March Antiques, Vintage and Collectors Show

At Glow, Bluewater (Upper Hall) 10am - 5pm. Combined with vintage, retro, antiques and interiors. Tickets £4 ad, £2 conc. £10 families. (2+2).

Sat. 2nd & 3rd March - Boogie Nights 70’s Musical With The Osmonds & Gareth Gates

Mr Bath Man repairs all stained, cracked or chipped bathroom suites; plastic, steel, cast iron or enamel. We can restore, re-enamel & even change the colour, usually within a day. All work is carried out in-situ, saving you a fortune in replacement and plumbing fees. Visit our website, mrbathman.com, and call Ivor to arrange your FREE no obligation quote.

At the indig02, Docklands, London. The Osmonds and Gareth Gates will headline Boogie Nights The 70’s Musical, the smash hit West End show now remixed in a concert version. An all star cast includes Eastenders Louisa Lytton, X-Factors stars Andy Abraham, Chico and Shane Richie jnr in the must see show of the year. 0844 8560202.

Sat. 2nd March - Fanzine Workshop

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells at 3pm. British violinist Matthew Trusler. Tickets: £11, £15, £18 & £20. Children & students £1. Neil Thomson - conductor. Matthew Trusler - violin. Sibelius - Karelia Overture Sibelius - Violin Concerto. Tchaikovsky - Symphony No 5. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Jennifer Pike has had to withdraw from the RTWSO concert. 01892 530613.

Sun. 3rd March - The Royal Tunbridge Wells Symphony Orchestra

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. Free entry. With Tristan Manco. Celebrate your own culture, passions and obsessions through art and design through this fanzine workshop. With an emphasis on DIY culture, you will explore handmade techniques to produce your own custom fanzine. Workshop 1pm - 4pm and is also on 30th March. 01424 229111.

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Sun. 3rd March - David Essex Book Signing At Waterstones, Bluewater West. From 1pm - 2pm. The much loved and multi talented star of the stage screen song and soap opera will be signing copies of his autobiography ‘Over The Moon’.

Sun. 3rd March Music and Arts Festival Gala Concert

At the Winter Garden, Eastbourne Floral Hall. 3pm. Performers from the two week festival return to perform once more for your entertainment. Tickets £6.00. 01323 412000.

Sun. 3rd March - Al Murray

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. Following a phenomenally successful 2012 Autumn tour, Britain’s most irrepressible innkeeper will be serving up his premier brew of ale-inspired acumen and bar-room buffoonery as part of his hilarious new show THE ONLY WAY IS EPIC at a theatre near you this Spring. This monumental new live stand-up show from the multi-award-winning comedian, directly follows the nationwide success of the Guv’s twice extended Barrel of Fun tour. Tickets £25.50. 01892 530613.

Mon. 4th - 9th March The Rise and Fall of Little Voice

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. The Olivier award-winning comedy. Starring Beverley Callard (Coronation Street), Ray Quinn (Dirty Dancing, Grease, Legally Blonde) and introducing the sensational Jess Robinson as Little Voice. 0844 871 7677.

Pondering about what to do with your black beams? Then Back From Black Beam Renovation specialists may have the answer! The company has invented a mess free process which offers an innovative alternative to sandblasting, mechanical or chemical stripping. There is no mess, dust or damage to the beams or surrounding décor. With this unique system, they work for the most part in furnished houses. They have renovated beams in many lovely homes throughout the UK and France as shown on their website. Why not make an appointment to visit the Back From Black Beam Renovation show home in RYE, East Sussex. If you are interested in a free quote, don’t hesitate to send photographs of the rooms with room dimensions at quote@beam-renovation.co.uk

Mon. 4th - 10th March Cranbrook School Arts Week

At the Queens Hall Theatre, Cranbrook. Includes an art exhibition from Mon. 4th at 6.30pm. The Taming of the Shrew on Mon. 4th and Wed. 6th. Luke Wright your favourite poet Tues. 5th at 7.30pm. DanSing on Thurs. and Fri. 7.30pm. Hypnotist Martin S Taylor on Sat. 9th at 7.45pm and the Queens Six and the Elizabeth Consort on Sun. 10th at 7.45pm. (This event in St. Dunstan’s Church). For further details and tickets telephone the Box Office on 01580 711856. See www.queenshalltheatre.co.uk

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Oriental Rugs Online At Patrick Robbins Interiors 78 Norman Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, E. Sussex TN38 0EJ. Tel: 01424 200220

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Mon. 4th - 8th March - Justin Bieber

Tues. 5th March Make Friends With Your Sewing Machine

At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. Also on 7th and 8th March. Global platinum selling megastar Justin Bieber, fresh from celebrating his No.1 album in the UK, Believe. 0844 856 0202.

Beginners class at World of Sewing 56-64 Camden Road, Tunbridge Wells. Tuesday 5th March 10 am -2:30 pm. £35.00. Learn the basics in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. 10% discount in the shop on the day. For details of this and other classes contact: thesewingschool@virginmedia.net Call/text 01424 893912

Tues. 5th March - Unified Communications Expo

At Olympia National Hall, London. Unified Communications Expo is the only event in the UK that gives you the opportunity to learn about the game-changing communications technologies that enable you and your business to work smarter. Unified Communications Expo gives visitors first-hand information on how to connect, communicate and collaborate more effectively using the latest communications technology. www. ucexpo.co.uk

Tues. 5th March - Russian Cossacks

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. 7.30pm. Tickets: £18.50, Concessions £16.50. 300 costumes, 40 world-class performers in UK venues for over 50 days and 1,000 litres of Vodka can only mean one thing - Russian State Dance Ensemble is back. With original choreographies, this company of artists from the ballet, orchestral and choir genres have previously performed across the world. Traditional & elaborate costumes 01892 678678.

Tues. 5th March - Life of Pi (2D)

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 11am, 2pm and 8pm. Oscar winning director Ang Lee’s lush adaption of Yann Martel’s Adventure Novel.

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Tues. 5th & 6th March - Olly Murs At the Brighton Centre at 6.30pm. Olly is about to embark on a series of American dates with One Direction and he is currently working on his third album. 01273 290131.

Tues. 5th March - The Bootleg Beatles

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. The world’s premiere Beatles Tribute band return for their special concert. 0207 589 8212.

Tues. 5th March - Skips After School Club

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. Mime & Slapstick. £5.00. 0844 871 7677.

Tues. 5th March - Amon Tobin Live - ISAM 2

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. 7.30pm. ISAM Live 2.0 will comprise a massive, spectacular, multi-dimensional, shape-shifting art installation surrounding Tobin and enveloping him and the audience in a 3D experience. For the ISAM Live show, Tobin will be performing new music from his beat-oriented alias Two Fingers as well as the classic ISAM album. Tickets £32.50. 01424 229111.

Wed. 6th March Lecture: Martello Towers & Seaford Museum

At St. Augustines Hall off Cooden Drive, Bexhill at 2.30pm. £4.00. Refreshments included. 01424 787950.

Wed. 6th March - Big Dance Extravaganza

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. Adults £6.50, Children and Seniors £4.50 Performances by students from Heathfield Community College.

Wed. 6th March - Agri Expo

At the Kent Event Centre, Detling, near Maidstone. Agri-Expo (SE) is a fast growing land-based industry show for the South East of England and beyond. Manufacturers, machinery dealers and other companies directly involved in agriculture have been quick to support the show and are keen to see it grow and become one of THE must see events on the agricultural calendar. http://www.agri-expo.co.uk/

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Wed. 6th March - Grigory Leps At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. Singer-songwriter Grigory Leps is a leading recording artist in the Russian speaking world. He is known for his low, strong voice and wide vocal range and has created a unique style referred to as ‘neo-chanson’, a mixture of rock, pop and traditional ‘Russian chanson’. Grigory Leps has had great success in Russia and Eastern Europe and has toured around the world, but this concert will mark his UK debut. 0207 589 8212.

Wed. 6th March - Lady Churchill’s Roses

At Chartwell, Westerham, Kent. Free event. Enjoy a talk by the garden team on rose care and their significance to the Churchill family. Hands on advice available. Normal admission charges apply.

Thurs. 7th March - Celeste & Jesse Forever

Cinema. At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. Cert. 15. A sweet smart comedy about two people who met in high school, married young and are growing apart. 01892 678678.

Thurs. 7th March - Charlie Landsborough

Bourne Locks & Ironmongery: Recently opened in Hailsham, this family run business has almost 10 years experience in the industry. You will find a well stocked shop offering all types of locks and Ironmongery, from door handles to bolts and catches. All full service is offered to both the general public and trade, all from stock at competetitive prices. They offer an excellent key cutting service, cutting all types of keys from cylinder keys to mortice keys and also vehicle keys. Their in house workshop allows them to reassemble locks and repair them, even supplying a Keying alike service which allows all your locks to work from the same key. Please call in or view their online store for details & prices.

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. 7.30pm. Charlie and his fivepiece band play to sell-out audiences and are well known for keeping concertgoers enthralled with his heartfelt and telling lyrics and his very human anecdotes. £16.50 and £18.00. His music, which ranges from inspirational to country, from ballad to anthem, truly hits the spot. www.charlielandsborough.com 01892 530613.

Thurs. 7th March - Ron Sexsmith

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. The Canadian singer/ songwriter comes to the Hall following the release of his 12th album. 0207 589 8212.

Thurs. 7th March - Hastings Farmers Market

At Wellington Place and Queens Road, Hastings from 10am - 3pm. Every Thursday. 01424 451066.

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Fri. 8th - 10th March - Move It At Olympia Grand Hall, London. MOVE IT takes place in Olympia Grand and is the UK’s biggest dance and performing arts event. MOVE IT brings together the whole industry for an amazing three day celebration of dance. If you love dance, you’ll love MOVE IT. http://www.moveitdance.co.uk/

Fri. 8th & 9th March - SE Wood Working Show

At the Kent Events Centre, Detling near Maidstone, Kent. Now in its 3rd year the show will be a mix of Demonstrations, Personalities, Trade Stands, Advice and Fun. ‘The South East Woodworking and Power Tool Show’ probably the most enjoyable Woodworking Event of the year. http://www.nelton.co.uk/south-east-woodworking-show-2013.html Archway Builders are a family run building company based in Burwash, East Sussex and have been established since 2005. They are extremely proud of their reputation as a reliable and successful company with a highly skilled work force. They provide a complete building service and work closely with architects surveyors and structural engineers so they can also offer full design, planning and building regulation service. Their many satisfied customers can testify to the companies highest quality standards to include complete new builds, extensions, conversions, alterations, renovations, all the way through to your completed project. Call Archway Builders for a a free no obligation quotation.

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Fri. 8th March - Sensational 60’s Experience

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. A brand new production for 2013 making this without doubt the most explosive 60s show touring the UK, this is the must see 60s show for 2013. For one night only all the original hits performed by four of the most popular bands of the 60s, starring The Tremeloes, Hermans Hermits, The Union Gapuk, The Ivy League, and hosted by Jon Brennan from The Ivy League. This quintessential 60s line up is packed with nostalgia and hits. 01892 530613.

Fri. 8th March - Scallywags

At Uckﬁeld’s Pamphilon Theatre. Tickets £9.00. Extraordinary true stories of the auxilliary units during WW2 trained in stealth sabotage and assassination and as part of Britain’s ﬁnal defence from Nazi occupation. 01273 782866. www.soop.org.uk

Fri. 8th & 9th March - Under Milkwood

At the Hop Farm Country Park, near Paddock Wood at 7.30pm. Performed by the Russett Players. Set during the course of one day, Dylan Thomas sets shows the characters of this Welsh seaside town. Tel: 01622 873010.

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Fri. 8th & 16th March - Ghosts

Fri. 8th - 22nd March - Sex, Drugs & Music Hall

At the Stables Theatre, The Bourne, Hastings. By Henrik Ibsen and Lanford Wilson. Ghosts tells the story of an extraordinary day in the life of Helen Alving, a widow who is opening an orphanage in memory of her late husband. 01424 423221.

At Hastings Museum, Bohemia Road, Hastings at 1.30pm - 5pm daily. £3.00 adults. A unique insight into racial mixing in the UK, based on the diaries of Thomas Brem-wilson. 01424 787950.

Fri. 8th March - Twelve Months of Colour

At the Little Common Community Centre, Shepherds Close at 7.15pm. How to have your garden flowering throughout the year. A lecture by John Negus for the Little Common Horticultural Society. All welcome.

Fri. 8th & 9th March - Singin’ in the Rain

Fri. 8th March - Road Trip Across Australia

Join Southern Cross Travel at the Commemoration Hall, High Street, Wadhurst from 10am - 3pm. See a Maui Motor-home and chat about your next Australia self drive holiday over a cuppa in the van. See page 35.

Fri. 8th March - Mad Max (Cinema)

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. (18). £5.00. 01424 229111.

Live in concert at the Royal Albert Hall, London. Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Singin’ in the Rain, as the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra conducted by Neil Thomson bring the film’s iconic soundtrack to life while the re-mastered film is shown on the big screen with the original vocals and dialog intact. 0207 589 8212.

Fri. 8th March - Comedy Cafe

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. £12.00. 01892 678678.

Sat. 9th March - Major Series South 10K

Eridge Park Estate, Eridge Green, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 9JT. 10am. 10K run on rural/hilly course. www.majorseries.com

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Ripley Forge and Fireplaces Ltd, a family run business , has been part of the Robertsbridge community for over 70 years. They have an extensive showroom where you can see a vast range of traditional and contemporary woodburning and multifuel stoves, two of which are alight making it a warm and welcoming environment. Stoves on display include Stovax, Franco Belge, Portway, Villager, Nordpeis, Bronpi, Dovre, Yeoman, Charnwood and many more. Their extensive yard and showroom houses a multitude of firebacks, baskets and dogs, as well as a plethora of fireplace accessories and unusual gifts. They offer free out of hours site surveys and installation carried out by Hetas registered experienced fitters. Their forge offers a bespoke service for gates, fencing and general ironwork. They are open from Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4.30pm, go and have a look, they are more than just a specialist fireplace shop.

Chimneys (Individual fires & stoves) have been supplying and fitting stove and fire place equipment for over 40 years. During this time they have built up a wealth of experience in all aspects of the heating industry, from the building or modification of fireplaces to the lining or building of chimneys and fitting of stoves. In addition they specialise in the supply and fitting of range cookers fuelled by wood, m/f, oil, or gas. With their wealth of experience and expertise you would expect a good and professional job with a minimum of fuss and this is what you get. The advice they give is always straightforward, practical and most importantly, dependable.

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A family run business with over 30 years experience, Kristel Fireplaces pride themselves in providing the highest quality service from initial surveying right through to completion of the work and aftercare. They offer a wide range of top quality makes of Stoves and Fireplaces and have a large selection on display in their Hawkhurst Showroom. With a friendly, professional approach and also providing advice in all areas, they specialise in catering for all needs and tastes across the Stove and Fireplace industry.

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. First 4 Rows: £39.50. All others: £29.50. Blues and Soul man Robert Cray returns to the UK, to promote a brand new album ‘Nothin But Love’, his much anticipated sixteenth studio album. 01892 530613.

Sat. 9th March - Dawn Chorus Walk

Sat. 9th March - Stonegate Farmers Market

Sat. 9th March - Robert Cray

Sat. 9th & 10th March - Spring is in the Air

At Hadlow College near Tonbridge, Kent. The annual lambing weekend. See newborn lambs, sheepdog demos, tractor/trailer rides, arts, crafts, local produce and lots more attractions. Admission £6. Family £15. 11am - 4pm.

At Sissinghurst Castle, near Cranbrook. 5.45am. £12.50 includes breakfast and hot drink. Booking essential. 01580 710700.

Sat. 9th March - International Celebration

At Vinehall School Theatre, Robertsbridge. Works by Bach, Chopin, Beethoven. 01580 883092.

At Pestalozzi International Village, Seddlecombe. An afternoon packed with workshops, food and fun. Free admission. Activities by donation. Celebrate the cultures of students from Belize, India, Nepal, and more.

Sat. 9th March - Benjamin Grosvenor (Piano)

At the Village Hall, Stonegate from 10am - 12 noon.

Who’s Looking After Your Oil? With the global rise in oil prices theft of Heating oil continues to be a growing problem, according to AVIVA insurance a typical oil tank, when full, contains over £1600 worth of oil, with easy access to fuel stored above ground it’s little wonder thieves are targeting our domestic tanks. To help remove the threat to your tank, Oilalert will supply and fit an Oil Level Alarm, if the oil level in your tank drops dramatically, an alarm will sound in your house to alert you to the possibility of your oil being stolen, the technology is wireless allowing you to position the receiver in a room of your choice. Thieves who target oil tanks have

no regard for the financial suffering and inconvenience they cause the householder or the environmental risk they pose of oil pollution to the ground, which is often very costly to clean up. In addition to an oil level alarm consider using security lights, planting shrubs screening the tank and be vigilant, if you see something suspicious call the Police immediately. Current March offer £140 (includes fitting and vat), for more information or to order your oil alarm call 0845 519 6492 or visit www.oilalert.co.uk

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Sat. 9th March - Hailsham Farmers Market

Sat. 9th March - Breakfast at Trinity

At Hailsham Cattle Market site, Market Street, Hailsham. 01323 449478.

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 10.30am - 12.30pm. Tuck into a delicious breakfast and enjoy the free music from the Freddie Green and Joanne Louise Parker. 01892 678678.

Sat. 9th March - Black Strap Molasses

At the Underground Theatre, Grove Road, Eastbourne. Free entry. 10am 12 noon. With coffee and music from Eastbourne’s top folk group.

Sat. 9th March - Arts, Crafts and Gifts Fair

At St. Barnabus Church, Sea Road, Bexhill. Free entry and parking. Over 30 stalls with special items for Fairtrade Fortnight. Open 10am - 3pm. Refreshments and light lunches available. 01424 216629.

Sat. 9th March - Some Like It Hot (Cinema)

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 7.30pm. A rotary club charity fundraiser featuring the Billy Wilder classic film with themed canapes and drinks.

Sat. 9th March - Practical Conservation

At Southborough Common car park, TN4 0RU. Help clear some scrub and improve access to natural play around the gravel pit. See www.khwp.org. uk or call 01580 212972.

Sat. 9th & 10th March - Meet Peppa Pig

At Kent Life, Lock Lane, Sandling, near Maidstone. 10am - 5pm. Appearing at intervals throughout the day. Ad. £8.95. Ch. £6.95.

Sat. 9th & 10th March - TNT Travel Show

At The Business Design Centre, Upper Street, Islington. London’s largest free two day travel exhibition. Amazing deals on travel in the UK and Europe as well as long haul destinations. http://www.tnttravelshow.com/

Sat. 9th March - Radical Riders

At The De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea from 1pm - 4pm. Either draw a motorbike and its rider from scratch or use pre prepared pictures to act as a guide. Join artist Sheridan Quigley to draw British icons you would like to see riding a motorbike. 01424 229111.

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George Clarke George Clarke is an architect, writer, lecturer, and one of the most successful property TV presenters on UK television. After making three successful series of Build A New Life for Five from 2003 to 2006, George became the face of architecture at Channel 4 with the launch of The Home Show in 2008, Restoration Man in 2009, and the recent campaign series The Empty Homes Show on Channel 4. Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design talent and passion for beautiful buildings has transformed the homes and lives of so many people across Britain. George was born and raised in Sunderland and from the age of 12 wanted to be an architect. After studying architecture at the University of Newcastle and University College London, George started his own practice, Clarke:Desai, with business partner Bobby Desai. Their portfolio included innovative residential, cultural and urban design projects across the world. In 2011 George left Clarke:Desai to set up his new company George Clarke & Partners. George is a Celebrity Ambassador for The Ideal Home Show which takes place at Earls Court from 15 March - 1 April. - 23 -

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Clarke, Suzi Perry, Martin Lewis and Melinda Messenger at the Biggest Home Show in the UK. Book your tickets now and take advantage of a great 2 for 1 ticket offer. Get 2 Weekday tickets for £16.50 or 2 Weekend tickets for £18.50. To book visit www.idealhomeshow. co.uk or call 0844 858 6763 and quote ECO*. What’s On Magazine met up with Celebrity Ambassador George Clarke to talk about this years show. George, could you explain your role at the Ideal Home Show? Well it has changed slightly and I think that Media 10 who are the company that run the show want me to front it now. My official title is ‘Ambassador’ for the show. I think it is mostly because I do a lot of home improvements and re design of homes. I used to go to the show as a child with my uncle, he had a garage door company so he exhibited at the show and I would come down and help him set up, so it is a bit mad that I am now fronting the whole show. This year we have a much bigger demonstration theatre at the show rather than the smaller theatres they had scattered around previously. The show is much on a grander scale than before. How often are you there at the show? I think I am there about 10 days out of the 17 days the show runs, so quite a lot really. I am doing most of the weekends because obviously they are the busiest times but I have lots of other key events in the week. Do you get lots of people coming up to you with questions? Yes I get mobbed at the show but in a nice way. You get a whole range of people there, some just want a picture or an autograph and then you have others that will come up to me with plans for their latest project and want my opinion.

George Clarke with What’s On Editor

he Ideal Home Show takes place at Earls Court from 15 March - 1 April. From kitchens and bathrooms, to bedrooms and basements, from fixtures and fittings to fine food, gardens and the latest gadgets, plus fashion, beauty and gifts, you’ll find it all under one roof at this award-winning show. Whether you have a substantial home project or want to add those finishing touches that make a house a home, the Ideal Home Show has everything you need. From 15th March – 1st April 2013, this iconic British Home Show will return to Earls Court, London for its 105th Year. With seven dedicated show areas catering to every need and taste, this is the only place to visit when making your home ideal. From Interiors, to Home Improvements, with Food & Housewares, and Woman, plus Technology, Gardens and Shopping, the enhanced

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sections give you more choice and bigger brands, all under one roof. Plus see exclusive show offers, new product launches and items you won’t find on the high street. In addition don’t miss the spectacular features including fully built Show Homes and Gardens, inspirational Room Sets by Ideal Home Magazine, the relaxing Restaurant and Champagne Bar, as well as many interactive Theatres. Not forgetting the fantastic Celebrity Ambassadors, Chefs and Experts that will be on hand at the show to share their knowledge and skills through 1000’s of demonstrations and workshops. Plus this year you can see a very special interiors makeover on a famous TV home. So join Alan Titchmarsh, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Gregg Wallace, George

You must keep in touch with the latest products anyway in the building trade, but do you get any ideas yourself from the show? Yes, it’s good that it keeps you up to speed with the latest products, even though I am fairly familiar with most of the latest things on the market. There are always new things that surprise me, especially things like gadgets which I am a keen fan of. That side of the business changes so quickly that you will always learn something from the show. I always look forward to the food section and the Champagne Bar as well. Is there anything particular that you are looking forward to on your side of the show? The show houses are key and they are always a very important part of the show and of

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course we have the Princes House. There is also a modern style Scandinavian house. Last year we reconstructed the Coronation Street house. This year we are recreating and improving the flat from Only Fools and Horses. Who would have thought it, Del and Rodneys apartment being given a makeover. It’s a bit of fun but it taps into some quite serious issues such as the problems you come across living in small spaces. It’s a tiny living room and bedroom and I have redesigned it to make the space work more efficiently. We have also put it some clever multi functional products such as a fold down bed and other things which means the room can be reconfigured for other uses. Nowadays people are buying much more affordable smaller flats and houses to get themselves on the property ladder so this shows how well you can make those spaces work. My most recent programme called ‘Amazing Spaces’ was all about small scale stuff so my job at the show here has followed on nicely from that. Are you good at the interior design as well as the structural side? I think you have to be. A lot of the time people don’t really know what architects do, they think we just look at space and move a few walls around but actually for the last 20 years I have been designing peoples homes and personal spaces so you quite quickly have to learn about the finishes and the best products to use. This takes in colours and wallpapers so to me it’s a blurry line between architecture and interior design. In my business we do the whole thing. You are am ambassador for the Princes Foundation, what does that involve? I think Prince Charles gets a lot of bad press from the architectural profession, he has had his disagreements in the past with the Royal Institute of British Architects but actually I think if you look at what the Prince actually says, it is all about sustainable design and ecological design for long term use. What it has come down to is the battle of the styles really. The Prince believes that more traditional architecture is more sympathetic to the environment. I think that in any situation it’s about what’s right and what’s appropriate. Some traditional architecture can be pastiche and horrible where as some modern designs can end up looking like your living in an office block rather than a home. I try not to get involved in that argument. I think that both the Prince and the RIBA are pushing for the same thing but they just have different points of view on style. In some ways I think that battle of the style is a waste of energy and sometimes it’s just a cheap easy way for the press to get a story. Designers and architects have always argued throughout history but that what leads to a diversity of style.

The Prince of Wales works unbelievably hard for his charities, obviously not single handed as he has a great team working with him, but I read that his charity raised nearly £130 million pounds last year which is unbelievable. If you look at other events like Comic Relief who raise £60 or £70 million and we all think it’s a major success, singing it from the roof tops where as the Prince does it in a quiet and reserved way without all the publicity. The Princes Foundation teaches traditional crafts and skills which represent a lot of things we have lost. You just have to look at my projects on Restoration Man where English Heritage and Conservation Officers were trying to encourage traditional methods of restoring ancient buildings but obviously needed those skills around to be able to do it.

What current projects are you working on at the moment? The range is just mad which is what makes everyday different for me. I work in my office which is sort of a one stop shop for everything to do with buildings. We have an architectural practice, a building company and I have also got a small development company so we buy our own buildings and do them up. I am currently making series 2 of Amazing Spaces which I start filming next week. Recently I have been filming for series 4 of Restoration Man which will come out in January 2014. Series 5 has already been commissioned and will come out in January 2015. I have taken on a new position with the government advising on housing in general which lead on from the empty homes work that I did last year. The aim is to raise the standards of the building and construction of homes as well as the design standards.

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have got a really old building that has been constructed for a really completely different use, then it is exciting to take those on, that’s what Restoration Man was all about, taking on these buildings that were often used for industrial, cultural, military or sometimes even religious use and transforming them into homes and breathing new life into them. I think it is mad that quite often it can be so difficult to get change of use agreements in the planning process. Before the planning restrictions started coming in we used to change the use of buildings all the time. A shop became a pub and a pub became a restaurant and then it got converted to a house.

Of course I still do things like the Ideal Home Show and Grand Designs Live so there is lots to keep me busy.

of British designs and British homes. I do enough travelling for T.V. so I don’t want to be doing anymore.

Where are you living at the moment? I had a 1910 Edwardian house but I am always looking to do new projects so I have just brought a house further out in West London which is a much bigger house and garden. As soon as I finish one house I start twitching and looking forward to the next one. I have got a wife and three children so the extra space will be good for them, they have lived on a building site for most of their lives so I hope it doesn’t put my children off the architecture and building business too much.

Who are your clients, is it businesses or private individuals? Mostly private individuals. We do get involved with occasional businesses but we don’t do a lot of big commercial work. If I do an office refurbishment project it is normally for someone whose house I have just been working on. First and foremost we represent residential domestic architecture. I have recently worked on a few gallery projects

Is most of your work in the UK or do you anything abroad? I don’t do a lot abroad but some of my private clients have properties abroad, so occasionally I am working on European projects. I don’t do these as development projects or for me personally because I just enjoy working in Britain. I am a huge fan

I read that you had just purchased a Victorian Pumping house to renovate, is that correct? That was something that I was in the process of buying in County Durham, I really wanted to get my hands on it, but one of the problems is that when my name is mentioned the price doubles, so I had to pull out. There is sometimes a downside to my job as well. I love doing up old buildings and reinventing traditional buildings. If you

Has planning become any easier recently to encourage development? I have always been quite an outspoken critic of planning in the past, because I think it’s been really small minded. I have always found it ridiculous that for example there is an argument over whether a dorma window should be a particular size. When you look across our cities there is so much variation in style and size you think, does it really matter? Obviously if it’s a conservation area or a listed building I completely understand. I strongly support the building regs. which is a different thing. These are such a good standard in the UK and ensure that we are not building sub standard quality homes. It’s just the red tape behind planning that drives me mad. It’s an unnecessary and expensive obstruction. In fairness to the current government they are trying to turn that on its head but of course nothing ever happens quickly enough in government. Instead of having a document which is a thousand pages, they are having a National planning policy which is only about 50 pages. They are also making some brave moves allowing B1 offices to be turned into residential houses without having to go through planning. Without a doubt that is going to be a fantastic stimulus to the economy because there is a huge amount of office space around which is unused. There is such a demand for housing that this is a just a great thing to do and it’s letting the market determine what an area needs rather than planners trying to do it. The market adjusts to what local areas need which is how it should be. Do you get involved with your garden at all? No I leave that to the professionals. I have worked with Alan Titchmarsh a lot and he is fantastic. If I ever need advice for my garden I will go to him. I have got a 200ft garden in my new house so I will need as much help as I can get. I can hardly tell the difference between a Rose and a Daffodil.

Thank You George

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5k (one lap) or 10,000k (2 laps). Entry fee of £12.50 includes Stroke Association T shirt, or you can pay £15.00 to have a running vest included. Entry on the day costs £15 (T shirt) or £20 (vest). http://www.stroke.org.uk/resolution

Sun. 10th March Rag Mama Rag and Claude Bourbon

Upstairs at the Lamb Public House, Eastbourne at 7.30pm. A barnstorming mix of 20’s and 30’s Mississippi’s Blues and East Coast Ragtime from these French based Troubardours. £15.00. 01323 841414.

Sun. 10th March - Kent Boat Jumble

A quick visit to Hailsham’s High Street will reveal many new businesses as the town experiences some recent economic growth, one of which is the brilliant Callenders Restaurant. Located at the upper end of the High Street, in the location many will remember as Pellings bicycle shop, Callenders is a modern, fully licensed British Restaurant, which has been serving the best of British food for almost two years. Described by Diner’s choice as “A TRUE JEWEL OF A RESTAURANT” Callenders uses locally sourced and grown produce, and all meals and desserts are made from scratch. Chef Killian has true passion for everything he does and is set to make his mark on Sussex having already won awards for his food. A visit to Callenders is certainly not to be missed, and now with this voucher it is truly excellent value. Callenders is open every day serving breakfast, lunch and evening meals.

At the Kent Events Centre, Detling, near Maidstone, Kent. Kent Boat Jumble is a huge sale of boating, ﬁshing and waterports equipment. There are loads of sellers and it is an all weather - inside & outside event. (Britevents) http://www.boat-jumbles.co.uk/

Sun. 10th March - The Wind in the Willows

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 2.30pm. Another classic adventure story, energetically retold by the CATS GRIN Theatre Company. 01892 678678.

Sun. 10th March - Quartet (Cinema)

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 5pm and 8pm. An all star cast of Maggie Smith, Tom Courtney, Pauline Collins, Billy Connelly and Michael Gambon. 01892 676878.

Sun. 10th March - Around the World in 18 Tunes

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 5pm. 1,500 children recognise the extraordinary legacy of Armonico Consort with a concert celebrating music from all corners of the globe. 0207 589 8212.

Sun. 10th March - Tonbridge Farmers Market

At Sovereign Way, Tonbridge, TN9 1RG. 9.30am - 1.3pm. Around 80 stalls. 07557 739 903.

Mon. 11th March - Hormonal Housewives

Sat. 9th March - The Soldier Show At the Business Design Centre, Upper Street, Islington. Europe’s premiere showcase for miniature ﬁgurines. With more than 90 traders and 220 tables. www.thetoysoldiershow.com

Sun. 10th March - The Lydd Half Marathon

At Banks Sports Club, Dennes Lane, Lydd, TN29 7HG. 10am. The race starts and finishes outside Lydd town centre and is a pancake flat course, presenting an opportunity to post a swift time. Ideal London preparation too! Includes chip timing - plus medal, technical shirt and finish line goodies for all finishers. http://www.nice-work.org.uk

Sun. 10th March - 5k and 10k Resolution Run

At Knole Park, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HU. 10am. Choose your distance,

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 7.45pm. Tickets £9.50 to £21.00. Starring Toyah Willcox & Julie Coombe. Is your man more James May than Christian Grey? Then this is the show for you! Following on from their hugely successful 2012 tour, The Hormonal Housewives are back with hilarious all-new sketches. 0844 871 7677.

Mon. 11th -15th March Hastings Musical Festival

At the White Rock Theatre, Hastings. now in its 105th year and a member of the federation of British and International competitive festivals, is one of the oldest and most prestigious festivals of its kind. The ‘jewel in the crown’ of the annual festival is the Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition. www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk

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The White Horse Pub & Dining, Hurst Green 01580 860 235 www.thewhitehorsehurstgreen.com

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MARCH SPECIAL OFFER

TWO MAIN COURSES FOR ONE Available Monday to Friday evening in MARCH (excluding Jazz Night) from the a La Carte menu, main course only. Offer excludes Beef Fillet. To qualify for this offer you must prebook your table in advance and mention this offer, you must order a minimum of 2 courses per person. (main course with starter or dessert). The cheaper Main Course is Free.

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Bar Food s Sausages & Mash with Onion Gravy £9.50 s Fish & Chips £11.95 (Harveys battered Cod), Mushy Peas & Tartare Sauce s Homemade Burger £9.50 Chedder Cheese and Fries (Add Bacon for £1.00) s Ham & Cheese Ploughmans £8.00 s Tapas Board £7.50 - Humous, Olives, Chorizo, Parma Ham, Peppers and Pitta Bread. s Warm Chicken & Bacon Salad £12.00 s Cheesy Penne Pasta Bake £7.95 with Salad

Real Food for Smaller People - £5.95 Grilled Sausage, with Fries & Peas Kids Fish and Chips with Peas Grilled Chicken Strips, with Fries & Peas Cheesy Penne Pasta Bake

Desserts s Chocolate Orange Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream s Cinnamon Creme Brulee with Baked Apple and Raisins s Maple and Walnut Cheesecake s Sticky Toffee Pudding s Selection of Homemade Ice Creams and Sorbets s The White Horse Cheeseboard A full A La Carte Menu is also available.

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Mon. 11th March - Tales for Toddlers At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. Mondays, 10.30am-11.15am & 11.30am - 12.15pm Free. Join the fantastic storytellers for fun-filled free sessions of stories, rhymes, songs and creative activities aimed at preschool children and their parents or carers. Runs until Mon. 10th June.

Mon. 11th March - Caro Emerald

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. The Dutch singer and her fabulous band promise a classy show with a jazz club feel and some fabulous outfits. 0207 589 8212.

Mon. 11th - 13th March - Innovate UK

At the Business Design Centre, Upper Street, Islington. The new multi sector networking event provides opportunities for technology companies looking to accelerate their growth through innovation, international trade and investment. http://www.innovateuk2013.co.uk/

Mon. 11th - 16th March Save the Last Dance for Me

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. Bill Kenwright and Laurie Mansfield present. A Brand New Musical full of Rock ‘n’ Roll Classics. From the team that brought you the huge success that is Dreamboats and Petticoats, Save the Last Dance for Me will take you back through the music and magic of the early 60s, a time when each passing week brought another Rock ‘n’ Roll classic. Eve and Mat performances. 01892 530613.

Tues. 12th - 23rd March Photographs by Martin Garwood

At the Trinity Theatre Gallery, Tunbridge Wells. Martin Garwood’s photographs are an exploration of frosty mornings, of cold and rain, ice and snow. Of mist, fog, and the different moods and colours of winter landscapes. Free entry. 01892 678678.

Tues. 12th March - Proms Praise for Schools At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 6pm. Allowing school children to experience word and worship & classical orchestral music. 0207 589 8212.

Tues. 12th & 13th March Harry Hill Sausage Time

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 7.30pm. The self-styled floppy-collared loon is back with a live show that promises incontrovertible proof that God exists. 0844 871 7677.

Tues. 12th - 13th March - JFHC Live

At Olympia Conference Centre, London. 9.30am - 4.30pm. JFHC Live is a free event designed for health visitors, midwives, school nurses & community health practitioners. www. jfhclive.com

Tues. 12th March - The Impossible (Cinema)

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 11am, 2pm and 8pm. Powerful true story of a family caught up in the Asian Tsunami. Starring Ewen McGregor. 01892 678678.

Wed. 13th March - Taking a Dip at Hastings

With the Hastings and Rother Family History Society Ore Community Centre, Old London Road, Hastings at 7.30pm. £1. 07707 235308.

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Wed. 13th March - I, Anna At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. A noir thriller told from the point of view of a femme fatale (Charlotte Rampling on stunning form), who falls for the detective in charge of a murder case (a smouldering Gabriel Byrne). At 7.15 pm before screening of film at 8pm, there will be a Q&A with I, Anna director Barnaby Southcombe, who is also son of I, Anna lead actress Charlotte Rampling. £8.00. 01892 678678.

Wed. 13th - 16th March - Midnight Tango

At the Congress Theatre, Eatbourne. Eves: 7.30pm. Thurs. and Sat. Mats: 2.30pm. Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace have dazzled television audiences for seven series of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with their stunning Tango routines. Now they have created their own live show Midnight Tango – a breathtaking evening bringing all the drama, sensuality and elegance of this most exciting of dance forms to life.01323 412000.

Wed. 13th March - Practical Conservation

At Cinderhill Woods, Chestnut Lane, Matfield, TN12 7EB. Improving access and habitat conditions for wildlife with path and glade clearance. See www.khwp.org.uk 01580 212972. Kent High Weald Partnership.

Wed. 13th March - Olivia Newton John

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. The multiple grammy award winner celebrates her 40th year in music with a very special concert. A vibrant, creative individual who is adored by fans around the world, Olivia remains an icon in both movie and music history. 0207 589 8212.

Thurs. 14th March - Talk: Highgrove Gardens

At the Battle Memorial Hall, High Street, Battle at 7pm. A talk by Debs Goodenough who is head gardener at Highgrove. Tickets £7.00 from Battle Memorial Hall. 01424 772992.

Thurs. 14th March The Spring Knitting and Stitching Show

craft, bringing together products, tools and tuition to Make It Yourself; make your own clothes, gifts or interiors... the possibilities are endless. www.twistedthread.com

Thurs. 14th March - Olivia Newton John

At the Brighton Centre at 7pm. Tickets £36.50 to £55.00. Four times grammy winner and music icon celebrating 40 years in music. 01273 290131.

Thurs. 14th March Russian State Ballet’s La Fille Mal Gardee

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 7.45pm. £14.50 to £37.50. Recreated by Alexander Gorsky, this remains one of the oldest ballets still regularly performed and tells the tale of the love between Lise and Colas, and Lise’s efforts to thwart her overly possessive mother’s plan to marry her off to a rich, unattractive vineyard owner! 0844 871 7677.

Thurs. 14th - 17th March - The Big Bang: UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair

At Excel, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London. The largest celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths for young people. Theatre shows, hands-on activities and the chance to talk to some of the UK’s leading companies show young people the exciting and rewarding science and engineering careers available. www.thebigbangfair.co.uk

Thurs. 14th March - 27th April - Proof

At The Menier Chocolate Factory, 53 Southwark Street, London. SE1 1RU. David Auburn’s Pulitzer prize and Tony award winning play Proof. Standard seats £27.50. 0207 378 1713.

Thurs. 14th - 17th March - Classical Spectacular

Royal Albert Hall, London. All your favourite music, lights, lasers and effects celebrating 25 years of Classical Spectacular. 0207 589 8212.

Fri. 15th March - Ne Yo

At Olympia Grand Hall, London. The Spring Knitting and Stitching Show comes to Olympia’s Grand, bringing the ‘making’ craze with it. The Spring Knitting and Stitching Show responds to the recent resurgence in all things

At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. Global superstar Ne-Yo will touch down in the UK next March for a monster tour storming the biggest music venues in the UK. 0844 856 0202.

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Gig Guide

The Royal British Legion, London Road, Bexhill Tel. 01424 435844 First Monday every month - Members and guests always welcome. Creole Jazz plus talented guests from 8pm - 10.30pm. Great traditional jazz, fabulous beer and good company.

The White Horse, Hurst Green. 01580 860235 Fri. 29th March - Jazz Night The Bull Inn, 27 High St, Battle. 01424 775171 Jammin Nights 6th & 20th March All welcome Karaoke Every Friday Night from 9.30pm ( food served till 9.00pm) German Style Food Theme night with live acoustic blues music by Martin Blackman from 8.00pm Food 6-9pm. March 11th - 17th Paddys Week Special Irish Food available all week, all your favourites and more, 17th March Live Irish Music with Stone Junction from 5.00pm. Black Pearl. 9 George Street, Hastings, E. Sussex TN34 3EG Live Music every Friday The Grey Lady - Pantiles,Tunbridge Wells. 01892 544700 Fri. 1st March - Goose Bumps. Sat. 2nd March - Lex Cameron Band. Sun. 3rd March - Jazz with the Broadway Band Wed. 6th March - Local Live Artist Sat. 9th March - Voilaire Trio. Sun. 10th March - Local Live Artist Wed.13th March - Local Live Artist. Fri. 15th March - The Violet Jive Sat. 16th March - Mary Pearce and Friends (Soul) Sun. 17th March - Live Artist. Wed. 20th March - Live Artist Thurs. 21st March - Flamenco Mosacio Fri. 22nd March - Groove Agents Sat. 23rd March - The Derek Nash Quartet Sun. 24th March - Local Live Artist. Mon. 25th March - Singers Night Wed. 27th March - Local Live Artist Sat. 29th March - Salsa - Songuarachando Sun. 30th March - Big Easy (Funk Band)

The Six Bells Chiddingly Tel: 01825 872227 Fri. 1st March - Far Cry. Sat. 2nd March - The Splitters Sun. 3rd March - Lunchtime Savannah Fri. 8th March - Pearly Cubes. Sat. 9th March - Supersaurus Sun. 10th March - Lunchtime Assorted Nuts. Fri. 15th March - The Elevators. Sat.16th March - Elliotts Sleeping. Sun. 17th March - Lunchtime Assorted Nuts Fri. 22nd March - Wasted. Sat. 23rd March - The Sea Monkeys Sun. 24th March - Lunchtime Savannah Fri. 29th March - The Republica Radio Sat. 30th March - Foul Play. Sun. 31st March - Lunchtime Savannah Blues with Bottle Club http://www.blueswithbottleclub.co.uk/ Friday 15 March 8pm - Brett Marvin & The Thunderbolts - footstomping blues from this quirky, veteran band, at the Plaza, Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd. Sevenoaks TN13 1ZZ, tickets ÂŁ12 box office 01732 450175 or online http://www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk/ Wednesday 6 March 9pm - Blues with Bottle Club presents Duck Soup (David Hay & Nigel Bagge) blues duo, free at the Anchor, London Rd. Sevenoaks TN13 1AS http://www.blueswithbottleclub.co.uk/ Sunday 17 March 7 - 9pm - Papa George & Alan Glen blues duo, free at the Stile Bridge, Staplehurst Rd. Marden, TN12 9BH http://www.blueswithbottleclub.co.uk/ Wednesday 20 March 9pm -Blues with Bottle Club presents Big Joe Louis and Alan Glen blues duo, free at the Anchor, London Rd. Sevenoaks TN13 1AS

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Hope Cottage Farm Shop and Tearoom. Offering a wide choice of fresh fruit and vegetables plus lots more. Sit in the comfort of the cosy tearoom and sample the scrumptious homemade cakes and pastries. Tearoom open 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 3.30pm Sunday. High Tea Weekend Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th March. Enjoy a cream tea or book their mouth-watering high tea served on a traditional three - tier cake stand and a pretty crockery tea set. Enjoy a selection of delicious sandwiches, homemade cakes and a big pot of tea at £8.50 per person. Please book 24 hours in advance. They also offer a superb selection of quality local produce to include yummy jams, marmalades and chutneys., Delicious dressings, oils and vinegars. Tasty meat, game, poultry and free range eggs. Browse their selection of locally made cards, crafts and jewellery. They also stock a wide range of horse, farmyard, dog and wild bird feeds.

Fri. 15th March - 1st April The Ideal Home Show

Fri. 15th March - Comedy Club

At Earls Court, London. From kitchens and bathrooms, to bedrooms and basements, from fixtures and fittings to fine food, gardens and the latest gadgets, plus fashion, beauty and gifts, you’ll find it all under one roof at this award-winning show. Whether you have a substantial home project or want to add those finishing touches that make a house a home, the Ideal Home Show has everything you need. From 15th March – 1st April 2013, this iconic British Home Show will return to Earls Court, London for its 105th Year. Open 10am - 6pm. Late night Thursdays until 9pm. www.idealhomeshow.co.uk

Fri. 15th - 16th March Growing Your Own Business and The British and International Franchise Exhibition

Anthony Bailey Catering offers you and your guests a wonderful, unique array of delicious, fresh, authentic and healthy fare including special dietary requirements. Anthony has many years experience in the catering trade and formally managed The Riverside Haven Restaurant in Rye. In his early career he worked for the Royal Navy which included service on the Royal Yacht. The company has more recently provided catering for the film production company ‘Aquafilms’ and can provide all your outside catering needs - corporate catering, meetings, conferences, classes, company retreats, BBQ’s, picnics, special events and occasions, public and private engagements, receptions, celebration of life and memorial observances, social functions, family gatherings, birthdays, anniversaries, and more. They offer a popular, diverse variety of delightfully delectable dishes and have an enthusiastic commitment to quality, taste, professionalism, and polish.

At the Winter Garden Theatre, Eastbourne in the Floral Hall. 3 top stand up acts with compere. 01323 412000.

Fri. 15th March - Liane Carroll A Night of Jazz and Comedy

At Swallows Oast, Pashley Road, Ticehurst, TN5 7HE. Tickets £15.00 includes a curry. Bar with champagne, wine, beer and soft drinks. Tables of 10 available. Also featuring Rick Wright the Rock ‘n’Roll comic and Matt Price. Raising funds in aid of JDRF - improving lives. Curing type 1 diabetes. Reservationson 01580 200638 / 07710 560253.

Fri. 15th March - Sing Something Simple

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. A surprising funny and genuinely moving play for warm hearted music lovers of all ages. 01892 678678.

At Olympia National Hall, London. Growing Your Own Business is your opportunity to learn from experts, network with your peers and suppliers and find out how best to develop your business. https://www.franchiseinfo.co.uk/exhibition-sub/sme-events

Fri. 15th March - Russian State Ballet’s Coppelia

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 7.45pm. Every toy has a story, especially in this charming comedy of errors, a witty combination of antics and abracadabra set in a doll maker’s workshop. £14.50 to £37.50. performed by The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia. 0844 8717677.

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Sat. 16th March Tunbridge Wells Farmers Market

On The Pantiles, T. Wells from 9am - 2pm.

Sat. 16th March - Hawking Experience

At Bodiam Castle, near Robertsbridge. All tickets £40.00. First session start at 11am, lunch at 1pm and further opportunities for hands-on flying of the birds in the afternoon. Booking Essential 01580 831325.

Sat. 16th March Russian State Ballet’s Swan Lake

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 2.30pm and 7.45pm. Raymond Gubbay presents The Russian State Ballet and Orchestra of Siberia in an immortal love story filled with emotion and beauty, Tchaikovsky’s magical score creates a truly unforgettable experience. Tickets £6.50 to £29.50. 0844 871 7677.

Sat. 16th March - My Gay Best Friend

At the Trinity Theatre, T.Wells at 8.15pm. Louise Jamieson plays Rachel in an award winning play co written with fellow performer Nigel Fairs. 01892 678678.

Sat. 16th March - Battle Farmers Market

On the Abbey Green, Battle from 9am - 1pm. 01424 882281.

Sat. 16th March - The Strawbs (Accoustic)

At Hailsham Pavilion, George Street, Hailsham. As the band moves gracefully into its fifth decade of music making it is still difficult to categorise unique sound that has made them Britain’s most successful international progressive folk/rock band. £18.50. 01323 841414.

Sat. 16th March - Music for Easter

At All Saints Church, Crowborough at 7.30pm. £12.00. Features the St John Passion by George Frederic Handel. Written in a late Baroque style and the Chandos anthem no. 9.

Sat. 16th March - Bedgebury Forest Trail Run

At Bedgebury National Pinetum, near Goudhurst. Starts 9.10am. 10K run along rural tracks. Raising money for the British Heart Foundation. Entry in advance £12.00. Evening telephone: 0845 130 8663. Mobile: 07793595574. Email: gloverk@bhf.org.uk

Sat. 16th March - International Food Exhibition

At Excel, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London. The UK’s largest food and drink event for the UK’s food trade. As well as 1,200 exhibitors showcasing their latest products and innovations, IFE13 will also be host to an exciting mix of onsite live events and attractions to engage your senses. www.ife.co.uk

Sun. 17th March St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival

Sat. 16th March - Charity Barn Dance

At Westfield Community Hall, Workhouse Lane, Westfield, TN35 4QJ. 7pm. Proceeds to Dogs For The Disabled features the amazing Catsfield Steamers Ceildh Band. £8.00 in advance. £10.00 door. 07870 154590.

Sat. 16th March Doctor Who Convention. Big Blue Box 2

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells. 10.45am to 7.15pm. Marking the 50th anniversary of the UK’s favourite time traveller. 01892 678678.

Sat. 16th March Russian Festival Maslenitsa

At Trafalgar Square, London. 13:30 to 18:30 Maslenitsa, the Russian Sun Festival, celebrates the end of winter and marks the start of spring with music, crafts, food and free family fun. This event is supported by the Mayor of London. All are invited to come and enjoy the best of varied Russian folk and pop culture in Trafalgar Square. There’ll also be children’s theatre and games marquee, souvenir stalls and the chance to sample traditional treats such as blini (pancakes), pirogi and chebureki (meat pasties). For the first time a range of crafts will be demonstrated on the Square, allowing visitors to learn more about traditional techniques.

Sat. 16th & 17th March - County to County

At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. A line up of some of the leading country music artists in the world on stage together, including Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Vince Gill, Little Big Town, Brantley Gilbert, Kristian Bush, LeAnn Rimes and others to be announced shortly. The festival will also feature a number of pop up stages and The Town Square - a bespoke retail area - under the tent at The O2. 0844 856 0202.

At Trafalgar Square, London from 12 noon to 6pm. The day kicks off with a spectacular parade of colourful marching bands, floats, costumed characters and street theatre groups. The parade leaves Piccadilly at noon and follows a route along; lower Regents Street, Pall Mall and finishes in Trafalgar Square. This year, families are invited to just turn up on the morning and join in the family section of the parade. The event continues with a festival on Trafalgar Square with a food market, children’s area and an afternoon of top Irish comedy.

Sun. 17th March - Gilbert and Sullivan Abridged

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. 7.30pm. Gilbert and Sullivan Abridged brings you as much fun, zaniness and humour as can be found while performing all fourteen operetta’s in ninety, hilarious, topsy-turvy minutes! Tickets £17.50. www.gilbertandsullivanabridged.com 01892 530613.

Sun. 17th March - Explore East Parade Bexhill

Guided walk from 2pm. Meet at the War Memorial in Marina, Bexhill. For guided walk amongst the town’s rich and varied history. 2 miles, 2 hours.

Sun. 17th March Friston Forest 5K Charity Trail Run

At Friston Forest, Litlington Road, Seaford , BN25 4AD. 9.30am. Charity running festival raising money for dementia research. http://www. entrycentral.com Entry £9.00 in advance.

Sun. 17th March London Philharmonic Orchestra

At the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 3pm. Tickets from £12.00. IRELAND A London Overture. BRUCH Violin Concerto No.1 SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2. MARK FITZ-GERALD conductor. JAROSLAW NADRZYCKI violin. 01323 412000.

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Travel A dream road trip across Australia… Ever fancied driving across the diverse landscapes of Australia? Southern Cross Travel can tailor-make your perfect self-drive holiday, where you can take weeks weaving through rolling countryside, red desert, sparkling waterholes and spiritual heritage, or a few days exploring wine regions, wilderness coast, island clusters and reefs…the choices are endless. There are no rules. When you want to go, how you want to go, where you want to go. It’s your choice, your journey. Join the great Aussie tradition and pack up your car, caravan or 4WD and head off on the vast network of highways. There are thousands of roads that criss-cross this great nation, endless experiences to be discovered and plenty of Aussies to meet along the way; all ready to share a tale and to provide advice. Motor-homes are one of Southern Cross Travel’s

most-loved ways of exploring Australia. There are well-travelled trails and popular camp sites, and plenty of out of the way roads and sites for a more solitary tour. Why not visit Southern Cross Travel on Friday 8th March to see our favourite Maui motor-home and have a chat with us about your next Australia self-drive holiday over a cuppa in the van? We will be available from 10am until 3pm at the Commemoration Hall on Wadhurst High Street and look forward to seeing you! For more information contact the ‘Aussie Specialists’ on 01892 783896 or penny@southerncrosstravel.co.uk

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Fashion, Leisure

HALO is bursting at the seams with beautiful new stock! You may have noticed from the eye-catching window displays that colour features strongly again this Spring. The injection of colour into your wardrobe will lift not only your appearance but also your mood. Coloured denim continues to be a huge trend and HALO have it covered with jeans in gorgeous shades of mint, cobalt blue, stone & fiery red. Ever popular stripes are an easy way to wear colour and allow you a choice of shades to accessorise with. FIORELLI bags have embraced the colour block trend and have a gorgeous new collection of bags many of which are versatile cream or black with bands of contrasting colour or a punched out design. With an early MOTHER’S DAY this month, HALO have scoured the London trade shows to bring you a selection of beautiful gifts with which to pamper your Mum. Scented candles and bath creamers always make a lovely, thoughtful gift particularly when they contain natural products and pure essential oils. There are new stock deliveries almost every day so there is always something new and exciting in HALO – keep up to date with it all on their FACEBOOK page.

Sun. 17th March - Hairy Bikers Larger Than Live

Tues. 19th March - Practical Conservation

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 7.45pm. There will be some cooking, a sprinkling of special guests* you all know and love, and a chance for some of our lucky audience members to enjoy a slap up meal on stage courtesy of the (Hairy) chefs. 0844 871 7677.

At Barnetts Wood, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DW. Come and learn how to track and identify animals by their footprints. 10am - 12 noon or 1pm 3pm. Suitable for all ages. Pre booking essential. 01580 212972.

Mon. 18th - 23rd March - Yes Prime Minister

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. Eves: 7.45pm. Thurs. and Sat Mats: 2.30pm. Following two sell-out West End seasons, Yes, Prime Minister comes to the Theatre Royal Brighton for 1 week only. The original writers of the classic BBC TV series, Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn have reunited for this anniversary production 0844 871 7677.

Mon. 18th & 19th March - Dublin Legends

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. 7.30pm. Featuring Cannon, Campbell, Watchorn and O’Connor, formerly of The Dubliners. Tickets: £20 THE DUBLIN LEGENDS will play all the classic songs and ballads known the world over: 01892 530613.

Mon. 18th March - Gad Elmaleh

At the Royal Albert Hall, London. Touted as ‘the Ben Stiller of France’ and ‘the Jerry Seinfeld of French Comedy’, Gad Elmaleh is arguably the biggest and most loved comedic star in France. 0207 589 8212.

Tues. 19th - 23rd March - Birds of a Feather

At Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. The girls are back! One of BBC TV’s most popular and fondly-remembered sitcoms comes to the stage with all three of its original leading cast members, Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph.Eves: 7.30pm. Thurs. and Sat. Mats: 2.30pm. Tickets from £14.50 to £26.50. 01323 412000.

Tues. 19th March - Eastbourne’s Tea Dance

At the Winter Garden Theatre, Eastbourne in the Floral Hall from 2pm 5pm. 01323 412000.

Tues. 19th March - Ryan Adams

At the Royal Albert Hall, London. Singer songwriter Ryan Adams kicks off the 2013 Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall shows with special guest Beth Orton. Ryan Adams’s has recorded critically and commercially successful albums both as a solo artist and with the Cardinals. 0207 589 8212.

Tues. 19th March - Zero Dark Thirty

Cinema at the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells from 11am, 2pm and 8pm. Katherine Bigelow’s take on the manhunt for the world’s most dangerous man in this oscar nominated film. 01892 678678.

Tues. 19th March - Rent

At the Stables Theatre, The Bourne, Hastings. 7.30pm. Jonathan Larson’s rock-musical celebration of bohemian New York. The incredible University of Chichester Touring bringing this cult, exuberant rock version of Puccini’s La bohème to the stage, with its stirring and life-affirming score. Adults £12.50. 01424 423221.

Tues. 19th March An Audience With Michael Portillo

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. 01424 229 111.

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Tues. 19th March - Nas and Meek Mill At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. 6.30pm. 0844 856 0202.

Tues. 19th - 21st March - Live Experience

Trade event at Excel, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London. Live Experience will showcase innovative production services, creativity and technology for music, sport, experiential and all live events. A fab week of networking opportunities including Landowner Speed Networking which brings together landowners and event organisers together to discuss creating amazing events. www.international-confex.com

Wed. 20th & 21st March The National Career Guidance Show

At Olympia 2, London. The National Career Guidance Show gives career guidance professionals working with both young people and adults a chance to network. www. nationalcareerguidanceshow.com

Wed. 20th - 23rd March - The Grammar Plays

At Groombridge Village Hall. A comedy by Oliver Hulme and Melanie Byford. Tickets £9.00 and £6.00 (Conc) on Wednesday. Supper night Fri. and Sat. £16.00. 01892 860403.

Wed. 20th March - Seasonal Customs of Sussex

At St. Augustines Hall, St. Augustines Close, Bexhill at 2.30pm. £4.00 includes refreshments. Two speakers 01424 787950.

Wed. 20th March - Louis CK

At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. Recently won four awards at the 2012 Comedy Awards including ‘Sketch Alternative Comedy Series and ‘Comedy Directing TV’ for Louie, as well as ‘Comedy Special of the Year’ and ‘Stand Up Tour’ for Live at The Beacon Theatre. 0844 856 0202.

Wed. 20th - 24th March The Country Living Spring Fair

At the Business Design Centre, Upper Street, Islington. Over 400 independent designers, small producers and craftspeople from across the British Isles many of them exhibiting for the first time. Treat yourself to a whole new look from the unique jewellery and fashions collections, sample delicious regional fare in the Food Hall and discover furniture, fabrics and accessories to add country style to your home. www.countrylivingfair.com

Gardens and Grounds of Herstmonceux Castle Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 IRN Tel: 01323-833816 www.herstmonceux-castle.com

Open daily 30th March - 27th October (closed 23rd August) 10am – 6pm, closes at 5pm during October (Last admission one hour before closing) Adults £6.00, Concessions £4.95 & Children under 16 £3.00 Make time to visit this magnificent moated 15th Century castle set in beautiful parkland and superb Elizabethan gardens. Built originally as a country home in the mid15th Century, Herstmonceux Castle embodies the history of medieval England and the romance of renaissance Europe. Your experience begins with your first sight of the castle as it breaks into view. In the grounds you will find the formal gardens including a walled garden dating from 1570, a herb garden, the Shakespeare Garden, woodland sculptures, the pyramid, the water lily filled moat and the Georgian style folly. The castle is not open to the public; however guided tours are conducted at an extra charge and subject to availability, but due to the operation of a busy university we strongly advise you to phone for confirmation of times before your visit. Whilst you are here don’t forget to visit the Tea Room, Visitor’s Centre, Children’s Woodland Play Area and Nature Trail.

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show in Ditchling 6th & 7th April 2013 10.00am – 5.00pm Admission £2, children free

The Sussex Guild is proud to follow Ditchling’s artistic tradition with our annual Contemporary Craft Show in the village. In a friendly, relaxed atmosphere visitors can meet the makers, selected for their high standards of design, innovation and craftsmanship. At the show in Ditchling Village Hall and St Margaret’s Parish Church, there will be an exciting array of furniture, ceramics, jewellery, metalwork, textiles, wood and printmaking together with new member Sallyann Dunn will be showing her exquisite, smocked children’s clothes in Ditchling for the first time. Do come to meet the Sussex Guild members and enjoy this very special show, perhaps buying or commissioning your own individual work of art. To find out more visit the Sussex Guild Shop & Gallery, Southover Grange, Southover Rd, Lewes BN7 1TP Tel: 01273 479565 www.thesussexguild.co.uk

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Wed. 20th March Russell Brand Noel Fielding and Special Guests A night of comedy at the Royal Albert Hall, London. In aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. 7.30pm. 0207 589 8212.

Thurs. 21st March - So Solid Crew

At the IndigO2, Docklands, London. For the first time in over 10 years, see them reunite as members including Megaman, Romeo, Lisa Maffia, Oxide & Neutrino, Harvey and Asher D will perform hits including ‘They Don’t Know’, ‘Oh No Sentimental Things’ and their mega smash hit ‘21 Seconds’. 0844 856 0202.

Thurs. 21st - 23rd March - The Trial - The Musical Wed. 20th March - Indian Cultural Evening At Pestalozzi Village, Seddlescombe. Indian students share their culture, stories, performances and food. Free admission. Donations gratefully accepted. 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Wed. 20th March - The Script

At the Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton at 6.30pm. Tickets £29.50 01273 290131.

Wed. 20th March - Love Crime (Cinema)

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. A French tale of cut throat office politics with a twist. 01892 678678.

Wed. 20th March The Unusual Made Easy Showcase

At Excel, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London. Join Lime Venue Portfolio, the finest collection of unusual, sporting & cultural venues for their annual Showcase. If you’re a meeting and events buyer, come along to experience the fine collection of venues, events suppliers and superb catering of Leith’s. meet and talk to experts in the fields of catering, event theming, AV and lighting, floristry, photography, entertainment, videography, hospitality and more. http://www.limevenueportfolio.com

At Beulah Baptist Church, Buckhurst Road, Bexhill. More than 40 actors, singers, musicians and dancers take part in this original Christian musical. Tickets £3.00. 01424 730001 (week days 9am - 1pm).

Thurs. 21st - 24th March The Vitality Show 2013

At Earls Court 2, London. With exhibitors and experts from the worlds of health and nutrition, beauty, fitness, wellbeing and the biggest day spa ever produced with Neal’s Yard Remedies, your favourite feel-good show just got even bigger. Vitality Show marks its 14th birthday this year at Earl’s Court. Over a decade of bringing the UK the latest trends and technology in all things health, beauty and fitness has made it the largest event of its kind. Thur: 1pm-9pm. Fri: 10am-6pm. Sat: 10am-6pm. Sun: 10am-6pm. www. vitalityshow.co.uk

Thurs. 21st - 23rd March - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat

At the Sinden Theatre, Homewood School, Tenterden, Kent at 7pm. (also 2pm on 23rd). School production.

Thurs. 21st March - Spring Into Song

At Simply Italian, Waterfront, Sovereign Harbour. An evening of light hearted song from the Sovereign Polyphony. Includes a special guest spot and participation opportunities.

If your old Camcorder or video no longer works, The Camera Centre Hailsham can transfer your tapes to DVD (formats including VHS, SVHS, Sony Betamax, 8mm , Hi-8, Digital 8, Mini DV). Only £20 for the first hour and £15 for the second hour. Extra copies just £5. Discount for a quantity of tapes transferred at the same time. Please note we can only transfer “Home Movies” not recordings from T.V. or feature films because of copyright.

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Thurs. 21st March - NT Live - The People At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. 7pm. Tickets £10 to £12. An acclaimed new comedy by Alan Bennett. 01424 229111.

Thurs. 21st March - Primal Scream

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. Bobby Gillespie’s legendary band make their Royal Albert Hall debut to support Teenage Cancer Care Trust. 0207 589 8212.

Thurs. 21st March - Jane Eyre

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 8pm. Hull Truck Theatre brings to life the classic story of love, loss and redemption in an intriguing new adaptation of one of the great gothic novels, directed by Nick Lane. A cracking adaptation, played to perfection... Bravo! What’s On Stage. 01892 678678.

Fri. 22nd & 23rd March Real Ale & Music Festival

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. A Celebration of the Art of Brewing. A real ale and music festival. Live music and a selection of thirty ales. Live Music. Friday 22 March from 7pm: Howlin Blues Saturday 23 March from 11.30 to 14.30: The Exiles. Saturday 23 March from 7pm: The Blue Mondays Licensed to Swing 01424 229111. Friday: £7.50. Saturday AM: £6.50. Saturday PM: £9. Eat Before The Show: The bar is open and serves fresh, tasty ﬁlled ciabattas sausage rolls & pies at the bar. 01424 229111.

Fri. 22nd March - Wasted

At the Trinity Theatre, T.Wells at 8pm. A play about life, love and losing your mind. 01892 678678.

Fri. 22nd March - Kasabian

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. Performing for Teenage Cancer Care Trust. 0207 589 8212.

Fri. 22nd & 23rd March - The Script

At the 02 Arena, London. 0844 856 0202.

Fri. 22nd March - Murder, Mystery Evening

At the Bluebell Railway, Shefﬁeld Park Station on the Golden Arrow Pullman. 01825 720 800.

Sussex Rocks is a family owned organisation whose aim is to bring together youngsters from the ages of 10 – 18 for a week of music making and fun. It is open to guitarists, bass guitarists, drummers, vocalists, and keyboard players in the main but other musicians are most welcome. Last year we had an amazing young sax player and a violinist. We understand that there are many youngsters out there who all have their individual weekly music lessons but many of them never get the opportunity to perform with other musicians as part of a live band. This is such an important aspect of learning any instrument as being with others not only gives confidence but greatly improves their playing as they bounce ideas between each other and learn to make group decisions. We find the advantage of having the 10-18 age range is that the younger members get really inspired by the older members who themselves are more than willing to give a helping hand or a word of advice. This makes for a great atmosphere throughout the week. Our expert tutors are there to guide you in all aspects of your playing and there is always an opportunity to try an instrument you have not previously played. In fact last year one of our acoustic guitarists was playing bass by the end of the week. Participants will perform in small groups and play the music they want to play and if they are interested they can write and perform their own music. We cover all styles of music from rock, pop, folk, blues, electric and acoustic. Throughout the week we offer several masterclasses in various techniques and students can choose to participate in all or just those which interest them. Details of these can been seen on our webiste www.sussexrocks.org.uk. We always have a fantastic end of week gig for family and friends so that the youngsters can show off their skills. The cost is £150 for the whole week

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Fri. 22nd March Fair Trade and Ethical Fashion Show At Bexhill College, Penland Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex TN40 2JG Fashion show featuring fairtrade, recycled & ethical designs including original designs by Bexhill College students. 7pm. Costs: £5 adults £3 Concessions. Free glass of wine or juice with ticket plus canapés.

Fri. 22nd - 29th March - Photographic Exhibition

At Tonbridge Castle. A fabulous show with over 300 photographs from Tonbridge Camera Club. Free entry.

Fri. 22nd March - No Jacket Required

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. 7.30pm. Tickets: £17.50, £15.50 Concessions. The UK’s leading Phil Collins tribute returns by popular demand, as part of their 10th Anniversary Tour. 01892 530613.

Sat. 23rd & 24th March The London International Dive Show

At Excel, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London. Scuba diving show covering all aspects of this exciting sport. Exhibitors include equipment manufacturers and retailers, training organisations, diving holiday destinations, underwater cameras, leisure clothing, books, and much more. Two try-dive pools and continuous free to enter seminars take place throughout the weekend. www.diveshows.co.uk

Sat. 23rd March - Lights, Camera, Action

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea from 1pm - 4pm. Interact with a dramatic and gravity defying back drop to create your own action hero/ heroine using a wobble board or skateboard. Your stunts will be recorded and available for you to take home. 01424 229111.

Sat. 23rd March - Gala Concert

At the Winter Gardens, Eastbourne at 7pm. Eastbourne Area Music Centre musicians will perform their bi-annual Gala Concert. Brass, keyboards, guitars, percussion, string orchestras, concert bands and choirs will give the wow factor! £4, £6 01273 336770

Sat. 23rd March - Crowborough Farmers Market At Pinegrove car park, Crowborough from 9am - 1pm.

Sat. 23rd March - Tunbridge Wells Farmers Market

Vinehall Studios Marian is a talented photographer with a real passion for boudoir and portrait photography. In her own private studio near Robertsbridge, Marian offers a unique experience ideal for brides as a special wedding gift for their groom, someone special, perhaps as a Mother’s day gift, or just for yourself. Her photographs are elegant rather than “glamour”, using subtle lighting to emphasise the curves and tone of your body. Vinehall Studios is situated in the outskirts of rural Robertsbridge. On your arrival you will be greeted with refreshment and a consultation, which will include a browse through her portfolio of images to help ascertain what style of photographs you are looking for. Next, you will change into the outfits you have brought along or you can choose from a selection available in the studio. After the session you will be able to book another date to view your photographs to order captivating, high quality images to cherish. Produced in albums, canvasses or framed photographs. Call Marian on 07912 344954 today.

Civic Way, Tunbridge Wells. 9am - 2pm.

Sat. 23rd & 24th March Armada

At Penshurst Place and Gardens, 12 noon to 4pm. Re creating Penshurst Place in 1588 when the Spanish Armada threatens to invade England. A skilled cast of costumed actors and musicians portray colourful characters from Tudor England. 01892 870307.

Sat. 23rd March - Kisstory

At the IndigO2, Docklands, London. 9pm. Spinning the best old skool anthems & classics will be KISS FM DJs Justin Wilkes and MK. Exclusive DJ set & Live PA from Architechs performing ‘Bodygroove’. 0844 856 0202.

Sat. 23rd & 24th March The Cruise Show

At Olympia Grand Hall, London. Whether you are new to cruising and need help to plan your ﬁrst voyage, or a seasoned cruiser looking for inspiration for your next holiday at sea, The Telegraph CRUISE Show is the place to be. What is your perfect idea of a cruise? Do you fancy relaxing on a transatlantic liner as it crosses continents, exploring the world on a small discovery-style ship, maybe you prefer travelling in ultra luxurious style on a six-star vessel? If more awe-inspiring experiences appeal, how about an adventure cruise that you’ll never forget in the Galapagos or Polar regions? Open 10am - 5pm Saturday. 10am - 4pm Sunday. www.cruisingshow.co.uk Ticket Prices On the door £10 (in advance £6), Under 16s free.

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PROFESSIONAL, SINGLE LADY REQUIRED ARE YOU AGED BETWEEN 30 AND 38 AND SEEKING A COMMITTED RELATIONSHIP? My client is a 6’ tall, fit and attractive, 49 yr old man who divides his time between his beautiful Kent country home and London, where he works as a lawyer specialising in war crimes. His work has taken him to Africa, Asia and the US, but he relishes the idea of settling down with someone attractive, confident, stylish and funny to enjoy life. His interests range from film, music and art to sunny holidays and window shopping.

If you are seeking a committed relationship and wish to have a family in the future then please call Louisa Sheridan for further details on 01892 667750 or email her at louisa@yourstrulyintroductions.co.uk NO FEE REQUIRED

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Garden Services Sun. 24th March Rizzel Kicks & Labrinth At the Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. Performing for Teenage Cancer Care Trust. 0207 589 8212.

Sun. 24th March Coppelia

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. The Lamberhurst School of Theatre Dance presents COPPELIA. Tickets: £12.50 Adult £9 Child. 01892 530613.

Sun. 24th March Record and CD Fair

At the Brighton Centre from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Vinyl, CD, DVD, books, mags, music, memorabilia.

Sun. 24th March Bach St. John Passion

At Salomons, Victorian Theatre, Broomhill Road, Southborough at 4pm. Kent chorus with the Meridian Chamber Orchestra on Period instruments plus internationally acclaimed soloists. Tickets £14.00 adults, £5.00 child. www.kentchorus.co.uk

Sun. 24th March GEMS Concert

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells. Tunbridge Wells Arts Festival presents highlights from the 2013 festival entries at 3pm. 01892 678678.

Sun. 24th March Django Unchained

Cinema at the Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells at 7.30pm. Quentin Tarantino’s new film where a slave turned bounty hunter sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal Mississippi plantation owner. 01892 678678.

Sun. 24th March NGS Garden Open Day

At Goddinton House, Goddinton Lane, Ashford, TN23 3BP. 2pm 5.30pm. No house tours.

Mon. 25th March Paul Weller

Sat. 23rd & 24th March - The London Festival of Railway Modelling At Alexandra Palace, Woodgreen, London. N22 7AY. The leading railway modelling event presented by The Publishers of British Railway Modelling Magazine.

Sat. 23rd March Live Music at Breakfast

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells. Tuck into a delicious breakfast & enjoy free music from Funke & The Two Tone Baby and Ed Jones. 10.30am - 12.30pm. 01892 678678.

Sat. 23rd March Cranbrook Farmers Market At the Vestry Hall, High Street, Cranbrook 9am - 12.

Sun. 24th March Hastings Half Marathon

At St. Leonards on Sea, Hastings, TN38 9JJ. 10.30am. The Route circumnavigates the Historic Town of Hastings, starting and finishing on seafront near where William the Conquerer landed in 1066.Fantastic Crowd Support. http://www.hastings-half.co.uk

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 7.30pm. Performing to support Teenage Cancer Trust. 0207 589 8212.

Mon. 25th March Love FanFan

At the indig02 Docklands, London. 7pm. The American-born Taiwanese singer, song writer and actress Christine Fan, also known as FanFan. The overseas sensation will perform tracks from her latest album ‘Together’. 0844 856 0202.

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Hawkhurst Fish Farm - Hastings Road, Hawkhurst, Kent, TN184RT With over 30 years combined experience in constructing and maintaining lakes and ponds, installing stunning water features and other landscaping services, Aquascapers is one of your leading, local experts! Based on the Kent/East Sussex border, all works are completed by the four HFF construction teams with specialist equipment. From initial designs and planning to the finished product, their prestige quality and expertise can be demonstrated at Hawkhurst Fish Farm itself. Upon request we are also more than

happy to show you examples of our work in the local area. Some of the services Aquascapers can offer are: Lake and Pond Advice, Design, Construction and Maintenance, Establishment of Nature Reserves, Desilting, Liner Replacement, Pond and Lake Edging, Bank Stabilisation, Lake and pond Cleaning, Installation of Water Features including Jetties, Waterfalls, Bridges etc. Landscaping Services and Ponds.

Kwik-Lawn Turf are proud of the reputation that we have been able to build up over the years. Our second generation family run business has been established for over 26 years and is generally considered to be one of the leading turf providers in the country. We recognise the importance of building good relationships and we strive to supply you, the customer, with the highest quality service every time. Here at Kwik-Lawn we offer an efficient and professional service and we supply our customers with the best quality turf every time. We lay turf across a large proportion of East Sussex.

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On Magazine www.whats-on-magazine.com

Nicholls bros is a local family run business trading for 50 years in the driveway, construction and surfacing industry. We specialize in all driveway finishes, red & black macadam, concrete, block paving or we can brighten up dull and tired old driveways with our hot tar and gravel bonded surface dressing, for a fraction of the cost of a new driveway. Our complete design service includes all necessary preparation, drainage and edging works. Commercial and agricultural areas, such as car parks and farm tracks are also catered for. For a free - no obligation quotation Phone 01424 838350 E:mail nichollsbros@gmail.com

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2013 RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW

MORE HIGHLIGHTS Tue 21 - Sat 25 May 2013

s The Artisan Retreats which will be returning to the Plateau area in Ranelagh Gardens after their debut at the Show last year. s The M&G Centenary Garden, designed by Rogers Platts, will celebrate and capture the design trends and themes of RHS Chelsea shows past and present. s Jack Dunckley who has designed his first garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. His Fresh Garden ‘Juxtaposition’ explores the relationship between contrasting textures that can be found around the Equatorial region. s Nigel Dunnett designing for Royal Bank of Canada. ‘RBC Blue Water Roof Garden’ which is an urban rooftop garden, integrating recreational space with innovative biodiversity and habitat features.

www.rhs.org.uk

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Wedding Services

Bespoke Cheeses: As a cheese maker I’m able to offer you a service where all of your wishes can be met for your special day. At Bespoke cheese, you can choose the shape of your cheeses, cylindrical, square, little hearts, all of which are made especially for you. Would you like to have your cheese matured for a little longer, giving a stronger flavour, muslin bound or rinded, given your preference I can advise you of the best options available. I can also provide you with a totally stress free service, by delivering and dressing your Bespoke Cheese cake with flowers to match the bouquet….

Mon. 25th - 30th March - Soul Sister At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells. Direct from its smash hit West End season, this new musical hailed as ‘Sensational’ (Daily Telegraph) is inspired by the life and times of Ike and Tina Turner. Critics and audiences alike are raving about the show with ‘A back catalogue to die for’ (Evening Standard). This ‘slick’ new musical (The Times) features all the classic Tina Turner hits, including What’s Love Got To Do With It, Proud Mary, Private Dancer, River Deep Mountain High and of course Simply The Best plus many more... Eves: 7.30pm. Sat. Mat 2.30pm. 01892 530613.

“Why use a Toastmaster?” The answer is very simple, no matter how much you`ve planned for that perfect day anything can go wrong at any time ruining the entire event and the memory of a specaial occasion for everymore. Thats whwere Mike Ramsden comes in, he specialises in taking the worry and the uncertainty out of your day because Mike is a highly skilled and a totally professional Toastmaster of much repute. Hi job is to take the worry out of your day leaving you and the parents of the happy couple free to just get on and enjoy the day to the full ensuring that it is a day to remember for the rest of your lives. Mike works for you from the moment you confirm the booking. He is available to help you with any queries or problems whenever you need to call himThis is the sort of personal dedicated service that makes sure that all you have to do is to relax, enjoy the day and leave everything to him.

Mon. 25th March - Marti Pellow in Concert

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. 7.30pm. An intimate evening of music, including West End and Broadway songs from his stunning new album Hope, as well as some Marti favourites. Marti Pellow, multi-platinum selling solo artist and Wet Wet Wet front man makes his hotly anticipated return to the UK touring circuit to promote his eighth album Hope. Tickets £33.50. 0844 871 7677.

Mon. 25th - 30th March - Driving Miss Daisy

At the Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne. Eves: 7.45pm. Wed. and Sat. Mats: 2.30pm. The London and Broadway production of Driving Miss Daisy starring Gwen Taylor, Don Warrington and Ian Porter. Having broken records on Broadway and played to sold out audiences in London’s West End, David Esbjornson’s award-winning, smash hit production has dazzled audiences and critics alike. Winning the 2012 whatsonstage.com Award for Best Revival, this heart warming play is now on tour across the UK. Sparklingly funny, irresistibly heart-warming and with a wonderful much-loved cast. Tickets £14.50 to £20.50. 01323 412000.

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Button Bridal began by creating beautiful bouquets for brides and their bridesmaids, full of sentiment and most importantly, unique to each girl. They also developed personal buttonholes and corsages to distinguish the VIP’s on the day, each one personally designed to reflect the character of the person they are being made for. These distinctive bouquets received such an overwhelming reaction that Button Bridal has gone on to produce even more special memories with every design. Call Sonia to discuss your individual requirements. She is happy to include buttons or brooches of sentimental value to yourself in the finished piece. Testimonial “I felt like a million dollars... ended up changing everything at the last minute including music & hair. I had to, once I had my beautiful hair slide, which you made. Everyone commented on it, which is why I am writing to you to thank you once again for the most beautiful bouquet & headpiece I have ever seen. Stunning.” Simone Parfitt

1086 Prestige is a family run business located in Sussex near Rye. We strive to provide a personal, friendly and professional service for your special occasion. Our Bentley Arnage would make a perfect wedding car. The Bentley’s peacock blue colour looks stunning and complimentary in photos. It has lush deep pile carpets, cream leather interior with plenty of space so you can be reassured your refinery will look splendid when you arrive at your destination. It also has the luxury of air conditioning for those hot summer days. A perfect wedding car at an affordable price.

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Health, Fitness & Beauty O

ur bodies are exposed to many different types of pollutions and toxins, mixed with people’s poor diets and life habits, all these toxins get stored in the bowel. The large intestine gets congested with sticky material that impacts on the bowel wall, killing friendly bacteria and causing all different problems from candida, bloating, smelly wind, lethargicness, bad skin, to more serious problems including bowel cancer. Even if you open your bowels regularly and have a good diet your system will still benefit. The treatment involves a mini sterilised stainless steel scope that is inserted into the rectum, a water and outlet tube are attached and while laying on your back covered with a towel, warm water is gently flushed into the colon and encourages faeces, toxins and gas to be released. The treatment lasts for approximately 45 minutes, when it has finished you go to the toilet. It’s non smelly, non painful treatment and really isn’t that bad! I was very nervous about having colon hydrotherapy, I didn‘t really know what to expect, but Lucy explained the treatment well and made me feel very relaxed. She also advised me on my diet. I‘ve had 4 treatments now and my bowel movements are regular for the first time in years. I am a lot more confident about my diet and I am really pleased I plucked up the courage to go. Lucy also showed me some iridology which involves the analysis of patterns and structures in the iris of the eye....very interesting. Laura.H

Sandy Verona has been practicing as a multi disciplinary therapist for more than 20 years, for much of that time she was working on the Oncology wards of the Westminster and Charing Cross Hospitals and The Harley Street Clinic. Sandy’s knowledge and experience enables her to source the most appropriate solution for her client’s needs. I recently went along to the Iden Therapy Centre where Sandy is based to experience a reflexology treatment. The centre is located just outside Iden village in a beautifully tranquil setting with amazing views of open countryside. The converted dairy building makes an ideal location to visit with easy parking right outside. I found Sandy very knowledgeable and professional in her approach, she explained the areas of the body which responded to pressure points on my feet and possible problem areas which may need to be addressed. Sandy used a lavender and aloe vera relaxing massage lotion from the Forever Living Products range. I found the whole experience very rewarding and uplifting and would not hesitate to recommend Sandy to anyone. Anna Townsend What’s On Editor.

Equine Enlightenment: Horses have the ability to mirror exactly what human body language is telling them. Horses often appear to be stubborn and we work with them to help us understand our own emotions. Horses are very sensitive animals and will respond according to the person handling them. This means that when we are able to overcome an emotion the horse’s response will change. Individual Therapy: You will not ride the horse at any time, all the work takes place on the ground. We will talk you through what you need to do and discuss how you are feeling during and after the activities. If at anytime you prefer, you can move into the indoor counselling room to talk. Group Therapy: A group of up to six participants experience individual sessions with horses, group therapy with Professor Dryden and detailed knowledge of how horse and human psychology differs and how we can learn from those differences.

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Mon. 25th March Swifts - Keeping Our Skies Alive At Great Dixter, Dixter Lane, Northiam, TN31 6PH. 7pm. Swift expert Edward Mayer will be talking at Great Dixter about these amazing birds. Booking essential on 01797 252 878.

Mon. 25th March Great Dixter’s Gardening Year: April

At Great Dixter, Dixter Lane, Northiam, TN31 6PH. 10.30am - 3.30pm. Lead by friend of Christopher Lloyd and Trustee, Kemal Mehdi. 01797 252878.

Tues. 26th & 27th March The RHS Great London Plant Fair

At the RHS Horticultural Halls, Greycoat Street and Vincent Square, London SW1P 2PE. Looking for new and interesting plants to add the wow factor to your garden? This is the place to find them among dozens of nursery exhibitors. http://www.rhs.org.uk/Shows-Events/RHS-LondonFlower-Shows/Great-London-Plant-Fair

Tues. 26th March - Babette’s Feast (Cinema)

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 11am, 2pm and 8pm. Danish film. A comic and poignant story of a French culinary genius in the 1870’s. 01892 678678.

Tues. 26th March - 13th April Town and Country Foundation Showcase 2

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells. Contemporary craft event featuring products made from 9 young emerging craftworkers. 01892 678678.

Tues. 26th - 30th March - New Jersey Knights

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. Eves: 7.45pm. Thurs. and Sat. Mats: 2.30pm. The international hit show New Jersey Nights takes you on a musical journey celebrating the greatest hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Featuring four great singers, perfect harmonies, stylised costumes, a rockin’ live band and amazing dancers. 0844 871 7677.

Tues. 26th March - Googoosh

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 8pm. The most iconic and influential female singer of Iran celebrating her latest album. 0207 589 8212.

Ma-Seirei-Kai School of Martial Arts Has now been open for 6 months at their dojo at Brampton Road Eastbourne and we are delighted with the way membership numbers have grown throughout the school, Judo, Karate and Jujitsu have all achieved increased class sizes, however we always welcome and have room for new members. The aim of our school is to teach martial arts in the traditional way, 2013 has seen the beginning of Kobudo classes and Tai Chi will soon follow. Our dojo is open 7 days a week and classes are lead by qualified black belt high grade instructors. We have classes for both Juniors and Adults, beginners or the more experienced are all welcome. Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Kobudo, Ladies Self Defence, Tai Chi Ma-Seirei-Kai School of Martial Arts, Brampton House, Brampton Road, Eastbourne BN22 9BN Shihan Sensei Ian Cooper 5th Dan Shodoshudai San Sensei Ray Twitchen 3rd Dan 07870 611949 or 07971 324 741

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Jade’s Hair and Beauty Salon offers a high standard of service ensuring all their clients needs are met. Jade’s only use high quality products and colours offering their customers only the very best service in a warm and friendly environment. Many clients have supported the salon since it opened which is a testament to the quality and personal service provided. Jade welcomes new stylist Alice to her team. Please telephone or call into the salon to arrange your appointment.

Wed. 27th March - Fatboyz Dance At the indig02, Docklands, London. A brand-new dance show for one night only specially made for the dance enthusiast, thrilling, colourful and unpredictable! Events Specialists FBZ Productions and Award winning Choreographers, Liam Dawett and Shivani Dawett combine their talents to create ‘Living The Dream’ starring UK Street Dance Champions FatBoyZ Dance also featuring amazing top performers from the UK. 0844 856 0202.

Wed. 27th March - Johnny Clegg

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 8pm. Bringing his acclaimed ‘A South African Story’ to the Hall covering his life through his music in an inspiring and uplifting journey. 0207 589 8212.

Wed. 27th March - The Best of British Flowers

Talk and demonstration at the Medway Hall, Angel Centre, Tonbridge at 2.15pm with Mary Hope followed by a social tea. Organised by the Tonbridge Flower Arrangement Club. Visitors and new members very welcome. £5.00.

Wed. 27th March - Bourne at the Movies

At the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 7pm. You are invited to join the children, at Bourne School, for a night at the movies, as they sing and dance their way through a variety of films. £6.00. 01323 412000.

Thurs. 28th March Foals + special guests: Efterklang

At the Royal Albert Hall, London at 8.15pm. Part of the Hall’s Albert sessions. 0207 589 8212.

Thurs. 28th March - Joe Brown in Concert

At the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 7.30pm. Premier rock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown goes from strength to strength as his contemporary achievements continue to gather momentum. Tickets £22.00 to £26.00. 01323 412000.

Thurs. 28th March - Royal Opera House Live

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells. Live ballet from the Royal Opera House featuring the Adventures of Alice in Wonderland. Christopher Wheeldon’s colourful theatrical and innovative piece. Live on the big screen from the Royal Opera House . 7.15pm. 01892 678678.

Fri. 29th & 30th March - Olly Murrs

At the 02 Arena, Docklands, London. 0844 856 0202.

Fri. 29th March - Bexhill Farmers Market

At Devonshire Square, Bexhill on Sea. 8.30am - 2pm. Every Friday.

Fri. 29th March - Hastings 1066 Market

Every Friday on the Stade Open Space in the heart of the fishing and cultural quarter of Hastings Old Town.

Fri. 29th March - 1st April - Easter Fun in Battle

At Battle Abbey, Battle. Traditional Easter fun for the whole family with an Easter trail, quiz, storytelling, face painting and lots to see and do.

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Caroline’s Hair Design offers a friendly reliable and professional service. Owner Caroline Stockdale has 20 years experience in hairdressing including working as a colour technician. Hair products are selected to suit the customer with a range of high quality Wella, Loreal and XP brands being used. Caroline offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in hairdressing with friendly advice, from classic cutting and styling to dramatic looks.

Fri. 29th March - Hever Easter Fun At Hever Castle and Gardens, near Edenbridge, Kent. Traditional brass bands throughout the Easter weekend. Explore the garden and hunt for clues with the help of Henrietta the Hen and friends to claim your chocolate egg. Lots more attractions. 01732 865224.

Fri. 29th March - Battle Marbles Match

At Battle Abbey Green from 10am. Local teams compete with the Abbey as a back drop. Teams of 5. Also includes fancy dress competition.

Fri. 29th March - Messiah on Good Friday

At The Royal Albert Hall, London at 2.30pm. It’s 140th anniversary season. 0207 589 8212.

Fri. 29th March - Bumble Bee Safari

At Great Dixter, Northiam. Daily until 14th April. Family activities for budding entomologists to coincide with school holidays. 01797 252878.

The instructors at The Martial Arts Centre – are highly trained and fully qualified having passed instructor courses and are officially recognised by the World Kuk Sool Associaton (WKSA). They are fully insured and CRB checked. The Martial Arts Centre - offers professional instruction in traditional martial arts, fitness and self-defence. Instructors are fully dedicated to your progress and development; bringing health, fun and confidence to kids and adults of all ages. Instructors continually strive to help students reach and maintain their goals as well as our aims of Health, Fitness, Respect, Discipline, Confidence and Self-Defence. Testimonials: Rob Holmes (Chief Instructor) is brilliant, he engages with the youngsters and my daughter Claire thoroughly enjoys the classes. Hadrian Lear of Bexhill. Rob has a good nature and personality and helps to build the confidence in his class. It’s a very friendly club and has been very good for my 11 year old Leon. The parents are encouraged to get involved if they wish. Claire Stanbridge of St. leonards on Sea.

At Barberlou’s we are committed to giving a great service. We love hair and everything about it. All our barbers and hairdressers are experienced and friendly with a passion for hair. Come and see us for a professional and relaxed environment for all your hair needs. Great Quality Haircuts are standard.

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Nursing & Care

An Independent Lifestyle with the comforts, warmth and security of a family home. Approximately half of The Northern Hotels rooms are available for residential accommodation. Some of these are very attractive suites with separate bedroom, bathroom, lounge and utility room. The family and staff have many years of experience providing a caring and considerate approach to those seeking to retain their independence, without the chores of cooking and household management. With several delightful communal rooms also to enjoy and a superb location close to town centre and seafront, we feel we are able to offer the ‘best of both worlds’: a friendly and homely atmosphere combined with the quality of accommodation and cuisine you’d expect from one of Bexhill’s premiere hotels.

Sat. 30th March - Easter Dance Day At the Winter Garden, Floral Hall, Eastbourne. Coffee Dance 10.15am12.30pm Tea Dance 2pm-4.30pm Gala Evening 7.30pm-11.15pm. this year there will be outstanding demonstrations by the United Kingdom 10 Champions Richard Still and Morgan Hemphill. 01323 412000.

Sat. 30th March - That’ll Be The Day

At the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 7.30m. Prepare yourself for a party as That’ll Be The Day, the nations favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show returns with a brand new 2013 production. £22.00 to £25.00. 01323 412000.

Sat. 30th March - A Midsummer Nights Dream

At Sissinghurst Castle, near Cranbrook, Kent from 11.30am - 3pm. A good range of stalls including organic products. 01580 710700.

At the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells at 7.30pm. This production from nationally renowned Sell a Door is guaranteed to be dynamic - with music and madness revealing the darker side of this much loved comedy. £14.00. 01892 678678.

At Kent Life, Lock Lane, Sandling, near Maidstone, Kent. Meet all the new babies on the farm - lambs, calves, piglets, chicks and goats and take part in the Easteregg-stravaganza (lambing weekend 13th & 14th April).

At the Highbury Hall, Highbury Lane, Tenterden from 9am - 3pm. Free admission. 15 dealers attending with thousands of second hand books for sale. On all subjects for the reader and collector.

Fri. 29th March - Sissinghurst Farmers Market Fri. 29th March - 14th April - Spring into Easter

Fri. 29th March - 1st April - Easter Treasure Hunt

At Leeds Castle, near Maidstone, Kent. ME17 1PL. Follow a family treasure trail through the grounds to be in with a chance of winning a collectable British gold sovereign. Children can also answer questions for a chocolate coin reward. (£2.50). Other activities including arts and crafts available. 01622 765400.

Sat. 30th March - Suede

At Alexandra Palace, Woodgreen, London. Plus special guests Temples and Spector perform at the palace. 0208 365 2121.

Sat. 30th March - The Gemini Duo & Thorn Tree

At the Underground Theatre, Grove Road, Eastbourne. 01323 411906.

Sat. 30th March - Tenterden Book Fair

Sat. 30th March - 1st April - Artists Open House

At 49 Prideaux Road, Eastbourne. BN21 2NE. Showing work of 10 artists with paintings, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, and much more in the house and garden. Also on 6th and 7th, 13th and 14th April. 11am - 5pm. 01323 731792. Part of the Eastbourne festival of culture and arts which runs from the 30th March to 21st April. See www.eastbournefestival.co.uk

Sat. 30th March Jo Brand Stands Up for Hastings Pier

At the White Rock Theatre, Hastings. 8pm. Jo Brand, plus support from Angela Barnes, Quincy and Doon Mackichan in aid of the Hastings Pier and White Rock Trust. Some seats still available. 01424 462 288.

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Holmesdale House:

We will all be there one day, so why not give the ones who are already there a home away from home. Holmesdale House is more than a care home, it is a home that cares about all the aspects of independent living coupled with dignity. The embedded culture at Holmesdale House allows our residents to experience the first phase of their lives after their own homes with their and their families’ maximum input. Holmesdale House serves balanced home cooked food daily with fresh ingredients only, we grow our own vegetables, we have regular entertainment and activities, movie afternoons and we encourage independent living for all our residents. Our landscape garden provides secure, spacious and private areas for our residents to walk and sit within our grounds which are well maintained and secluded. We also offer respite care which is an ideal option for an elderly person who normally lives at home with care and support from family. This can range from one month to three months with all concerned safe in the knowledge that their relatives care needs will be met by dedicated staff teams to the highest standards. At Holmesdale House we consistently provide the highest quality of care to give our residents variety, as this is their spice of life.

Sat. 30th March - Joe Bonamassa At the Royal Albert Hall, London. The internationally renowned guitarist ends his series of London shows with a special night at the Hall. 0207 589 8212.

Sat. 30th March - Extreme Cross Country Run

At Pippingford Park, Nutley, TN22 3HW. 10am. 5 mile run. Races that utilise the natural terrain to make the event as challenging and fun as possible. 20 - 30 obstacles are included to toughen things up too. The courses are never dry and always involve plenty of water and mud. Entry £39.00. http://www.reaperevents.co.uk

Sat. 30th March - Easter Coffee Morning

At East Dean Village Hall from 10am - 12 noon. Stalls and refreshments.

Sat. 30th March - Alfie Boe At the Brighton Centre at 6.30pm. Joining him on this tour as a special guest is the acclaimed ‘Emillia Mitku’. Alfie is one of the UK’s most loved male singers who has sold over 750,000 copies of his albums Bring Him Home and Alfie. Tickets £25.00 to £47.50. 01273 290131.

Sun. 31st March - NGS Garden Open Day

At Goddinton House, Goddinton Lane, Ashford, Kent. 2pm - 5.30pm. Supporting the work of the NGS0 Tea room and house open.

Sun. 31st March Bexhill 100 Easter Bonnet Parade

At the Seafront, Bexhill on Sea. A parade of classic cars with imaginative entries that look as though they had taken a diversion through a florist’s shop and come out with half the stock attached to the front of their cars! 9am - 5pm. Tel: 01424 730564.

Sun. 31st March - Hyde Park On Hudson

Cinema at the Trinity Theatre, T. Wells. 8pm. The story of the love affair between Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his distant cousin Margaret ‘Daisy’ Suckley, which comes to light during the weekend in 1939 when stuttering King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visited upstate New York to petition FDR to help them in the European war effort. £8.00. 01892 678678.

Sun. 31st March - Claire Martin with the Montpellier Cello Quartet

At the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea. Doors 7pm. £12.50 to £16.00. Claire Martin OBE brings her wealth of experience as a jazz vocalist into a brand new arena with the Brighton based Montpellier Cello Quartet This exciting new venture combines her love of the Great American Songbook and popular classics with brand new arrangements especially commissioned for this project by renowned composers. 01424 229111.

Sun. 31st March - Aviation Museum Open

At Bush Barn on A21 North of Robertsbridge TN32 5PA. After the winter break for repairs and refurbishment, museum will be open from 2pm - 5pm. A large collection of exhibits, covering civil and military both past and present. Always someone to show you around if required. Sign posted on day. Pleasant club room with tea and home made cake available. Parking and admission free. Donations welcome. 01424 773428.

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Operations Manager Janet Rayfield talks about Glottenham Nursing Home

he staff group at Glottenham are among the happiest and most committed that I have had the pleasure of working with throughout my 30 year career. The staff perform their daily tasks with laughter, dignity and commitment. The bond that they have with Glottenham and the people who live there is just inspiring. The other special thing I find at Glottenham is the support that is shown by the relatives, who are always welcome and whom support the staff and the home. Glottenham Manor has recently been working hard with the community to be able to offer services that make a difference to local people. After realising that one of our residents was finding the journey to Brighton for his Dialysis extremely difficult, we worked with the Dialysis Department to have a machine fitted here at Glottenham, we then trained our nurses thus enabling us to offer this service in-house. We are currently working forward to enable us to offer this service to other local residents so they do not have to travel so far for their treatment. We have also have been working closely with the local Cardiac nurse to offer IV treatment to local residents. Glottenham offers nursing care to a variety of people of different ages with different medical problems, the age range of our residents vary from 54 years to 99 years, this works extremely well with care and activities tailored individually for all. Glottenham Manor is a beautiful period building which dates back to 1890. It has over the years had some new extensions but the main building is still quaint with lots of original features. We have 40 en-suite rooms which include some larger newly refurbished rooms as well as some smaller rooms in the older part of the building.

The home is going through a planned refurbishment programme which will include upgrading communal areas as well as bedrooms, but with no plans to increase the number of beds available, we are concentrating on just improving what we have in this friendly happy home. We have just completed our entrance, where we have concentrated on making more space while keeping the decor in keeping with the period house. In summary Glottenham offers excellent care by happy enthusiastic staff at a price that is affordable and fair.

Please visit www.pressbeau.co.uk/glottenham or ring 01580 880212 for enquiries or to visit the nursing home.

The new reception area at Glottenham

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love all aspects of the home. The people are friendly, the food is brilliant, I feel at home, and everybody is very helpful. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a bad word to sayâ&#x20AC;? John K (Resident)

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Dementia careâ&#x20AC;Ś. in St Leonards Following an extensive refurbishment programme Lauriston has just opened a new space for people with dementia in our welcoming and impressive care home. Members of our staff team are specially trained in dementia care to deliver the appropriate type of attention and support to each individual in our home. We provide a number of opportunities for people with dementia to harness their happy memories and sense of self. Through music, creative activities, a reminiscence area with photographs and various personal possessions, we open up alternative ways for people with dementia to communicate and express themselves. Each of our residents has a beautiful private room all of which are en suite. Our wide range of food is freshly cooked by our own in house chef, and we are proud of our

landscaped gardens and patio areas, tea bars and lounges and welcoming other communal areas for people to meet friends and family. If someone you love has dementia, contact Helena Barrow, our Home Manager, who will be able to help you find out more about how we can helpâ&#x20AC;Śand care. Lauriston, 40 The Green, St Leonards on Sea, E Sussex TN38 0SY Tel: 01424 447544 home.leo@mha.org.uk

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PETERHOUSE

- A dynamic & energetic living environment

Newly opened in the Summer of 2008 the new Peterhouse Day Care Centre is attached to the well established residential care and independent living centre run by NABS - The National Advertising Benevolent Society. Those using the Day Care facilities do not need to have any connections with the industry to use the extensive facilities on offer which also provides support for both clients and their families. We were shown around the well equipped centre and the Care Manager explained ‘we are introducing new activities all the time and although we have our own employees which include two support workers and a support coordinator, we are always looking for volunteers to help out as well, even

a few hours a week makes all the difference. We have had lots of good comments from our visitors which makes it all the more rewarding for our staff.’ A two course hot lunch is included each day and there is also a luncheon club where both visitors and their families can come along together at a cost of £5.50 per person. The Day Centre is used for a variety of respite needs whether it’s half a day a week or several days at a time which can be linked to an overnight stay at Peterhouse, something quite unique which is difficult to find elsewhere. The kitchen is always a hive of activity with lots of baking and food preparation always on the menu. Those wishing for a more relaxing break can take advantage of the recent therapeutic treatments on offer including reflexology and chiropody. From Sheltered Flats to Full Nursing Care Peterhouse comprises 34 single and double Sheltered Flatss, alongside a Registered Care Home, ‘The East Wing’, which offers Residential, Nursing and Social Care to 36 people. Self-caring residents in the Peterhouse Flats benefit from the numerous advantages of sheltered living: including a minibus service to the big supermarkets’ regular visits to Eastbourne; Hastings and places of interest; a restaurant; a bar; a library; satellite television’ a hairdresser; and in-house entertainment of all kinds. Experienced help is always at hand and extra support can be organised, if required.

Telephone the Manager at Peterhouse on 01424 730809

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Parent & Child Little Acorns Day Nursery offer quality care for children aged 0 – 5 years and the aim of the Nursery is to provide a loving and safe environment for the children in our care. We treat children as individuals and supply a wide range of activities to encourage their development, which will enable them to attain their potential with the help and guidance of our highly qualified staff. We offer flexible sessions to suit parents’ requirements. Subject to availability, we are able to register children hourly for the times required between 7.30am and 6.00pm from Monday to Friday. We are open 49 weeks of the year. We close for Bank/ Public Holidays, the period between Christmas and the New Year and for two weeks in the Summer (Last week in July & First week in August). Our nursery is set up as an open plan area, allowing children to have access to clearly labelled resources, this encourages children to move around freely, starting to make their own choices and decisions about their play. We offer a range of resources, including sand and water, rest and sleep areas, musical instruments, books, puzzles, mark making, heuristic play, small world and imaginary play equipment, secure outside play area and access to our local environment and community. We have two classrooms; ‘Acorns’ an exciting, stimulating and caring environment for those aged 0-2 years and ‘Little Oaks’ a fun filled room with access to a messy area encouraging independence and confidence and preparing your child for school. Now registered for 2 year olds who are eligible for the 15 hours government funding. We have recently had our OFSTED inspection and achieved ‘Good’ in all areas which we are delighted with. Please contact us for more information.

FREE Registration with this advertisement.

Special offer book 4 morning or afternoon sessions and get the fifth one free’ new registrations only.

Sun. 31st March Sussex Horse Rescue Trust Open Day

At Hempstead Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex. Lots of attractions. Meet the horses, raffle, tombola, pony rides etc. The Rescue Centre is then open for visitors through to September.

Sun. 31st March Finchcocks Musical Museum Open Day

At Finchcocks, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HH. Open 2pm - 6pm. No booking needed just turn up. 01580 211702.

Sun. 31st March - Steeleye Span

At the Assembly Hall Theatre, T. Wells at 7.30pm. Folk rock pioneers, pop stars, an inspiration to generations - Steeleye Span have been many things, and are now a six piece again, This show will see them visit the classics that have made them one of the most successful British Folk Rock bands ever. Tickets £18.50. 01892 530613.

Mon. 1st - 6th April - Abigails Party

At the Theatre Royal Brighton. Eves: 7.45pm. Thurs. and Sat. Mats: 2.30pm. After a triumphant West End run, Lindsay Posner’s acclaimed revival of one of the most popular plays ever written is touring the UK. Tickets £10.00 - £35.00. 0844 871 7677.

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