Ad Vincula Magazine June 2018

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June 2018

Fe o ol h c S kend Wee June 17 15 -

Saturday 16th June 12 to 7pm

Friday 15th to Sunday 17th June Cirque Normandie on the Green (See p 26,27,28)

School Summer Festival with Cirque Normandie (See p 26-27)

Sunday 17th June 10.30am Family Service in the Big Top (See p 6)

Wisborough Green Parish Magazine

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AD VINCULA Wisborough Green Church and Community News

Highlights June 2018

Ad Vincula Team

St Peter ad Vincula Calendar ..................................... 4 Pastoral Letter ............................................................ 5 Dates for Diary / Family Service in Big Top ............... 6 Prayer / PACT News .................................................. 7 From the Editor / WG Scout News ............................. 9 WG Primary School News ........................................ 11 Nature Notes ............................................................ 13 Church Sponsored Activities .................................... 14 Ad Vincula - How far can you go? ............................ 15 Village Hall News / Commemorative Altar Frontal ... 17 KKWG Update / Parishes Wildlife Group ................. 19 Wisborough Green Sports News / UNLOCK Walk .. 21 WG Minibus Outings for 2018 .................................. 23 Ken’s Moans & Groans / WACT News ..................... 25 School Summer Festival .................................. 26 - 27 Notice Board ..................................................... 28 - 29 Time for God / Vicarage Garden Party ............. 30 - 31 Recipe of the Month / Messy Church ....................... 33 WG Minibus Page .................................................... 35 Wisborough Green History ............................... 36 - 37 There But Not There / Visit to RH Chelsea .............. 41 Village Organisations - News & Notices ........... 43 - 49 Gardener’s Calendar ............................................... 45 National Rural Crime Survey .................................... 51 Church Cleaning / Flower Rosters / Directory .......... 52 Village Organisations Directory ................................ 53 What’s Happening .................................................... 54

Roland Zilz

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the Editor or the Parochial Church Council.

Please note, it is not always possible to check the credentials and claims of all those advertising, so please ensure that you get references and check any claims before entering into business with them.

Editor Marion Jenkins Asst. Editor Fran Wallace Advertising John Gough Distribution Rev. Clive Jenkins Vicar Jamie Daniell Churchwarden Richard Parish Churchwarden

If you have articles, photos, letters, etc that you think we may like to feature in the next issue, please email the Editor on: editor@stpeterswg.org.uk but, please note, publication will always be subject to space and at the discretion of the Editor.

Copy Deadline for July 2018 issue:

14 June 2018 Printed by: Bishops Printers Ltd Walton Road, Farlington, Portsmouth PO6 1TR Tel: 023 9233 4900

Cover Picture - Courtesy of Cirque Normandie (Wisborough Green’s Resident Circus)

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St Peter ad Vincula Calendar for June Sunday 3 June 1st Sunday after Trinity Tuesday

5 June

Wednesday 6 June Thursday

7 June

Sunday 10 June 2nd Sunday after Trinity Tuesday

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12 June

8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Sung Communion 6.00pm Refresh Contemporary worship and praise 4.30pm Prayer Group to 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) 10.00am Holy Communion 3.15pm Messy Church in the Village Hall (Straight from school) 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Time for God ‘World Cup Theme’ 4.30pm Prayer Group to 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

Wednesday 13 June

10.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 17 June 3rd Sunday after Trinity

8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Family Communion in the Big Top on the Village Green 6.00pm Digging Deeper

Tuesday

19 June

4.30pm Prayer Group to 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

Wednesday 20 June

10.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 24 June 4th Sunday after Trinity

8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Family Communion

Tuesday

26 June

4.30pm Prayer Group to 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

Wednesday 27 June

10.00am Holy Communion 7.00pm ‘Open Meeting’ of Deanery Synod Year of prayer at Kirdford. All welcome.

Sunday 1 July Patronal Festival

8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Sung Communion 6.00pm Refresh Contemporary worship and praise

For More Details of Services and Events see CHURCH WEBSITE http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stpeterwg/

Pastoral Letter I press on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenwards in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:14 The F.I.F.A. World Cup is going to Kick Off on 14th June in Russia, with England’s first game on Saturday 16th June. Whether or not you’re a follower of ‘the beautiful game’, there will be plenty of coverage in the media as to the highs and lows of England’s progress. In the history of football clubs in the British Isles, whose beginnings can be traced back to the latter part of the nineteenth century, some were founded by forward-thinking Churches. Their leaders saw the need to provide an alternative from the excesses of drinking alcohol after work on a Saturday lunchtime.

Many of today’s clubs can trace their foundation back to the local Parish Church Sports Clubs, like Manchester City, Everton, Southampton and Fulham.

This was not just a British phenomenon either. Across the world Christians and Church groups encouraged many young men (and now women) to take up the sport.

Its international appeal struck home when my previous Church hosted a number of young people from war torn Iraq to spend time in the U.K. Our young people and our visitors were very hesitant when they first met, but a game of football mixed them all up and they successfully communicated for the rest of their visit!

Our scripture verse above is not about football ’per se’, but it does mention, ’goal’. For St. Paul, the goal was living out a life of discipleship in the power of God’s Holy Spirit, 5 seeking to share the ’Good News’ of a victory won, not on sports grounds as in ancient Greece or Rome, but on the Cross of Calvary, by God’s Son Jesus. We all have certain goals in our lives that we are seeking to attain, whether that is at home or work, within our families or the wider community. However, as in football, scoring a goal is something both teams in a match seek to achieve and I’m sure reaching our goal, or goals, can also come with a sense of elation and occasionally relief!

So whether you’ll be watching the world Cup, or trying to avoid it, I hope that whatever your goal, or goals are, you will be able to move closer to achieving them.

Clive and Marion drawing

Make Space Craft Group

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Held on the First Friday of each Month from 9.30-11.30am During the Xpresso Coffee Morning in the Village Hall Vine Room (during church building works)

** PLEASE NOTE - no Make Space in June due to half-term - next one will be on 6 July ** All are welcome. Bring your craft with you, or just come for a chat. sewin g For further information contact Lorna on 01403 700155 Knitting

Dates for the Diary June Sunday Thursday

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6pm Refresh contemporary worship and prayer.

3.15pm Messy Church in the Village Hall

Sunday

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10.30 Time For God Service World Cup Theme “Running towards the goal”

Sunday

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10.30am Morning Service in The Big Top! on the Green 6pm Digging Deeper at St. Peter’s

Wednesday 27th

7pm Deanery Synod Open Meeting at Kirdford to Celebrate the Diocesan Year of Prayer. All welcome!

September Sunday

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3pm Deanery Confirmation Service at St. Peter’s Wisborough Green. If you may be considering the possibility of Baptism and Confirmation, please speak to Clive about what is involved.

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10.30am Service - Dedication of the new building works in Church by Bishop Mark

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Family Service in the Big Top on the Village Green Sunday 17th June, 10.30am We shall be having our 10.30am Service in the “BIG TOP”, on the Village Green! So book the date now and tell your friends as we join the team of “Cirque Normandie” to celebrate 250 years of Circus in the UK.

Prayer Prayer Group and Quiet Mornings If anyone would like to spend half an hour in fellowship and prayer then they are most welcome on a Tuesday at 4.30pm, when prayers are said for the life of the Parish.

Contact Wendy Duff on 700295 for details of venue.

On the third Friday of every month Quiet Mornings are held at the home of Wendy Duff at 10.30am. It is a peaceful time when you can relax, recharge your batteries and listen to music, poetry, readings and prayers. You will come away refreshed and ready to carry on! Please contact Wendy Duff on 700295 for details.

Chain of Prayer Worried about a loved one, a friend or yourself and would like prayers to be said by a chain of people? Contact Wendy 700295 or Gillian 700157 and they will start the chain by contacting the person next to them on the list and so it goes all the way round. A copy of the chain is on the notice board at the back of church.

Prayer is a powerful and important part of life and one should never under estimate its effect. You don't need to give any details of the problem just ask for prayers to be said and it will happen. Please note that it will be treated with total confidentiality.

Prayers are offered for parishioners who are in special need, especially the sick and frail. Please advise either of the churchwardens of any persons or situations you would like remembered in this way.

7 All those living in particular roads are prayed for regularly, the whole parish being covered over a 12-week cycle: Week beginning:

PACT News

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Newpound Lane Newpound & Roundstreet Common School Road Thornton Meadow

Web: www.petworthareachurchestogether.com

Petworth Area Churches Together (PACT) - working together in harmony

The 2018 Spring Lecture was held at St Mary's Parish Church, Petworth on Friday 13th April. Helping the community to usher in the spring season, the speaker Karin Needham gave an informed and in-depth review of the Sat-7 TV ministry in the MiddleEast. There was one surprising statistic: there is a potential audience in the region of 560,000,000. The talk was peppered with case studies of courageous individuals embracing Christ in what looked like some pretty hostile environments.

The TV programmes are produced by Middle East people and are not all outwardly Christian - some are for mothers and for children, travel etc. They enable a positive Christian vision for life and society to be shown, and they don't mind challenging prejudice and discrimination.

A sizeable donation was sent to them for their work.

Gerald Gresham Cooke Geraldgreshamcooke@gmail.com

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From the Editor Welcome to another packed edition of Ad Vincula. The big story this month is, of course, the circus is coming to town! Cirque Normandie, based in Wisborough Green, will be the mainstay of this year’s School Summer Festival (see p26&27) Other highlights this month are:  A Family Service will be held in the Big Top Sunday 17 June (p6)  News from Wisborough Green Scouts (see below)  Ad Vincula is back on its travels (p15)  The very popular Minibus Outings have been published for the rest of 2018 (p23)  St Peter’s Mission Group Vicarage Garden Party report with pictures (p31)  Advance notice of Nationwide Armistice project “There But Not There” (p41) I hope you will find something of interest and do please keep all your articles, comments and photos coming to me at editor@stpeterswg.org.uk.

Roland Zilz This magazine can also be viewed on line at: http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/index.php/parish-magazine

Wisborough Green Scouts The scouts and cubs are leaping ahead with their annual activities. In March all scouts got their RYA 2s for sailing and we’ll be back there again next year for their number 3s.

Camp over the early May Bank Holiday weekend at Petworth was a blast, even if the scout leaders ended up needing factor 50 and wide brimmed hats. Next we’re off rock climbing so Bear Grills eat your

heart out. We’ve been raft building and are about to get wet, so if you see bedraggled soaking wet Scouts covered in mud you’ll know what’s happened. More to follow.

All the best, 1st wisborough cubs and scouts

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Wisborough Green Primary School News With the arrival of the beautiful sunny weather, it means it is that time of year again to enjoy the outdoors, including the fun of the festival. This year is definitely going to top all others, as the circus is coming to Wisborough.

We are very excited to welcome Cirque Normandie, our local circus, to celebrate 250 years of clowns, acrobatics and extravaganza! Every child will have an opportunity to learn some circus skills in the ‘Big Top’, taught by the stars of the show themselves.

There will be awe, there will be wonder and there will be laughter, so be sure to book your tickets for the greatest show in the village! Shows are on 15 th, 16th and 17th June so visit www.circusnormandie.com – or call – 07508 282582 to book your seats.

Tickets are £9 per person, under 2s go free – but must sit on laps. Buggies are not permitted in the big top. Disabled access can be organised by prior arrangement. The school will receive a healthy contribution for every ticket sold, so please come along and see the greatest show this summer.

At Wisborough Green Primary School, we pride ourselves in being able to offer a nurturing environment where every individual matters and is valued.

Children are challenged to succeed socially, emotionally and academically in all aspects of life. Over the past year we have successfully achieved many awards in recognition of the hard work of all the staff and children. Some of these include: winners of the design a badge competition for the national walk to school competition, winners of the South East regional Peace Poster competition sponsored by the 11 Bllingshurst Lions, winners of the best stall, for an innovative product to change the world, at the 7billionideas South East regional finals, winners of the poet laureate competition for the Petworth group of schools, Gold Mark games achievement, Silver Eco award status, highly commended in the South of England Show for innovative design and runners up in the national Fiver Enterprise Challenge for the most inspiring individual category.

Respecting difference and learning to collaborate, continue to drive our learning this term through our topic – Listen to Us. To be successful in life, our children need to achieve well academically whilst developing good communication skills, to prepare themselves for the world of work. Our careers fair in June, will give our older children the opportunity to talk to people from all walks of life about the jobs they have chosen.

We may even have the next Alan Sugar at WGPS, as once again we have some budding entrepreneurs taking part in the national Fiver Enterprise Challenge. Look out for some exciting products coming to the Village Market soon!

Our brilliant PTA team is busy organising another fantastic Summer Festival. Come along and enjoy some singing, dancing and circus craziness on Saturday 16 th June from 12pm until 7pm. We look forward to seeing you there to enjoy a little bit of WGPS joy and laughter.

Visit our website for more info: http://www.wisboroughgreenschool.org.uk or follow us on Twitter - @WGPS864

Warm regards, Amanda Harrison, Head Teacher 01403 700280

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Nature Notes This lovely picture of an orchid was taken very early one morning by another Sue in our lane! The day after she sent it the council man cut the verges, but the orchids all escaped – possibly because both Sues have nagged him in the past!

Whatever the reason – hooray! There’s a big campaign by Plantlife at the moment, reminding us how important for all wildlife these green edges are. So, let’s not shave them too close, and maybe leave some bits alone altogether?

Another escapee was this great spotted woodpecker. One of my go-to wildlife gurus, Peter Edmonds, was called to a friend’s conservatory to do the rescue. Peter managed to get him out, but as he said, “not before he’d made a small hole in one of my fingers” (Well, that’s the price a wildlife guru sometimes has to pay). As you can see the bird was a little hot and breathless but unscathed. They are such handsome creatures!

We have heard the cuckoo and a distant nightingale, and seen swallows and a few swifts, so summer is almost here. The trees are still in that gorgeous fresh green stage, and the fields are beginning to colour up with wild flowers, campion, buttercups, oxe-eye daisies, vetches, and with many more to come. It all reminds 13 me how lucky we are to live somewhere like this.

Yesterday we were in Kent – in more lovely open countryside – with a small crowd of primary school children, their teachers and several hedgehogs. And we all had the pleasure of sharing their release – the hogs not the children! They’d all been found and rescued late last year, all underweight with little chance of survival. Hedgehogs need to be about 600 grams to hibernate successfully. Cared for overwinter, warm and well fed, they were now plump and healthy hogs. Both teachers and children were so enthusiastic and happy to see them go back into the wild. A joyous time! And this event was all down to a devoted couple, Frank and Veronica, and their fantastic team of helpers, at Andrew’s Hedgehog Hospital in Appleby,Lincs.

There’s another keen wildlife couple up in Loxwood. They live in a splendid woodland, and we were very kindly invited to see pictures from their nestbox camera. Two tawny owl chicks are doing well so far, and we hope to get a chance to follow their progress.

We also saw a fabulous family of kestrels, filmed in that same box in the past. And they gave us tea and cake sitting in a gorgeous big garden - on a lovely sunny afternoon! So that was the price we had to pay! It’s a hard life for us wildlife fans…...

Sue J

Church Sponsored Activities Wizzy Tots Wizzy Tots, Wisborough Green’s baby and toddler group, meets at the Village Hall every Tuesday during term time from 9.30 to 11.00 am.

Please join us for a coffee, catch up and a play in the Village Hall, all children and parents/carers welcome. It would be lovely to see you all. If you want to find out more about Wizzy Tots, please call Tory on 01403 700809 or Marion on 01403 700339.

If you haven’t yet experienced the delights of Xpresso, come and enjoy freshly ground Fairtrade coffee or tea with a delectable homemade cake! Xpresso is open every Friday during term time from 9am ‘til 11.30am in the Village Hall Vine Room (during church building works) and EVERYONE is welcome!

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The St. Peter’s Village Care Team meets regularly and its aims are to give help and support to the residents of Wisborough Green in as many ways as possible. This includes visiting people who are housebound, in hospitals or in nursing homes, and comforting those who are suffering from illness, bereavement, loneliness etc. We also provide (through the West Sussex County Council) a free library service for those who are unable to leave their homes.

Each team member is responsible for looking after an area of the village, for welcoming new arrivals, and for giving friendly advice. We produce “Welcome to Wisborough Green Cards” containing useful information which are always delivered personally. When appropriate, we send out cards on the first anniversaries of Baptism and Confirmation, and for bereavements. We are always open to suggestions and new ideas to help the community.

Please feel free to contact Suzanne Mosley on 01403 700946 for any enquiries.

Village Car Service The Village Car Service, a part of the St Peter’s Village Care Scheme (see above), has now been in operation for over fifteen years. It provides transport to Doctor’s and Dentist’s surgeries and local hospitals on request. There is no charge for this service but donations are invited from passengers as these are ploughed back into the Team’s budget to pay petrol expenses to the volunteer drivers. The service is co-ordinated

by Jennie Burr (tel:01403 700607).

We have a dedicated team of drivers and are extremely grateful to them all, but always need new recruits to cover busy periods. If anyone is interested in driving for the village please contact Suzanne Mosley on 01403 700946.

Church Sponsored Activities (Cont.)

ST PETER’S LUNCHEON CLUB St Peter’s Luncheon Club meets six times a year, on a Thursday, in the Wisborough Green Village Hall and is open to anyone who lives in the village or who worships at St Peter's.

A two-course lunch, accompanied by a glass of wine, costs £5.00, payable at the door. Members are reminded by telephone a week or so before the event. If you would like to become a member, please ring Hilary Edmonds on 01403 700623.

The next lunch will be on: Thursday 19th July at 12.15 for 12.45 in the Village Hall.

Ad Vincula - “How far can you go?”

Last month, with no new entries, I thought we’d come to the end of our little competition but, this month, we are off again! Please remember to take your copy with you wherever you travel.

This month the distance winner (just) with 4,188 miles is Jane Zilz. Congratulations Jane.

Left: Lucinda de Villaret and Kate Southall at Murchison Falls on the Nile in Uganda (3,860m) Right: Jane Zilz in Bridgetown, Barbados on Commonwealth Day (4,188m)

We also have Rosemary Crafter with her copy of Ad Vincula on the London Unlock walk (see p 21).

Don’t worry if your travels don’t take you to distant shores, we still want to find the most interesting or unusual location for Ad Vincula so please keep those photos coming in! You can email them to editor@stpeterswg.org.uk or post them on our Facebook Site: https://www.facebook.com/stpeterwg/.

Roland Zilz

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Village Hall News At last! I am delighted to confirm that our plans to modernise our village hall have received Planning and Listed Building consent from Chichester DC. As I wrote last month, now will come the difficult bit. Delivering the project for the community.

There is a lot of work to be done. So I repeat my plea for your help.

WE NEED YOUR HELP! This is an unique opportunity to help create an enduring, relevant and modern centre for the community that can be enjoyed by generations to come.

If you have any skills or knowledge relevant to any of the following areas or are willing to help in any other way, please contact myself (700502) or Louise Davies (700689):  Interior Design & Materials (soft furnishings/ furniture/ sanitary ware)  Energy (power, heating & thermal efficiency)  Kitchen/catering design  Lighting design  Sound system design  Technology & Security design  Sponsorship opportunities from local (and not so local) businesses Your time, skills and knowledge will be greatly appreciated. Any money we can save by doing things for ourselves will mean we can spend more money on the works and improve the final fitting out of the hall. Please get in touch.

Finally, elsewhere in this edition, you will find details of the Showstopper! Singalong due to take place on 9th June. This is a fundraiser for the hall project. It should prove an entertaining and enjoyable evening. Please do come along.

Keith Carter, Chairman, Village Hall Management Committee

1918-2018 Commemorative Altar Frontal for St. Peter’s Following on from the request a couple of months ago in Ad Vincula, a team of enthusiastic embroiderers has now been assembled to work on creating a new altar frontal for November, when there will be celebrations to mark 100 years since the first World War Armistice Day. A simple design has been decided upon – a central gold cross surrounded by a wreath of poppies, with a scroll either side listing the names of the service men from the village who gave their lives between 1914-1918. Along the base will be the words “We will remember them”. The embroidery will be mounted on a green background, representing the Flanders Fields, as they are today – rich farmland that has evolved from the mud-filled trenches and shell holes of a hundred years ago.

Further reports as work progresses.

Wendy Duff

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Update Boxal Bridge Boxal Bridge was listed Grade II by Historic England on account of its age, its place in a network of local bridges and the fact that it was under threat from West Sussex County Council Highways Department seeking to replace, ie demolish, it. While the bridge is in need of some attention three independent highways engineers state that it could be repaired and last another 160 years….and this could be done for 1/10th of the potential costs of replacing it.

In late March – and after the consultation period had elapsed – we learned that WSCC had applied to have this heritage listing overturned and made this application in spite of the petition of 3,376 signatures, the resolution adopted by the CC that the Dept should work closely with the Parish Councils to find an acceptable solution taking the heritage into account, opposition by 3 Parish Councils and the Dept being 19 inundated with objections when their plans became public knowledge last autumn.

Kirdford PC commissioned a historic buildings consultant to draw up a report which was sent into the Dept of Digital, Cultural, Media and Sport at the end of April as well as statements from local landowner, Sussex Wildlife Trust, KKWG and local resident.

We await the outcome.

Jill Sutcliffe, Chair KKWG, 01403 700395 or jillsutcliffe1@gmail.com

The Parishes Wildlife Group MAGICAL MEADOWS VISIT for PARISHES WILDLIIFE GROUP courtesy of Michael and Jane Joseph - Thursday 14 June, morning at 10.30am or early evening at 6 pm.

Michael and Jane Joseph, Woodlands Farm Cottage, Adversane, Billingshurst, RH14 9JG Tel: 01403 783485 At Adversane, just before the crossroad take the single track lane beside the telephone/post box in Lordings Road. Follow for 1 mile to the very end. (GPS only takes you half way). Please let me know which time you will be attending in order to arrange refreshments.

Jill Sutcliffe, Parishes Wildlife Group, Email: jillsutcliffe1@gmail.com or Tel: 01403 700395

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Wisborough Green Sports News Football Club Congratulations to the Football Club for managing to complete all of their games in the season. 1st XI managed 7 games in April and managed to double their points total for the season but, unfortunately, still got relegated to the Championship next season. 2nd XI fared a little better and ended up 7th in their league and will play in it again next season.

Cricket Club The 2018 season has started and 1st XI managed to beat Arundel at Arundel in the first game of the season. The second game on 12 th May was a wash-out as have both of the second XI games to date. 1 st XI playing in Division 5 and 2nd XI playing in Division 8 of the Sussex Cricket League.

League Fixtures for June 2018: Sat 2nd - 1st XI Steyning 2nd XI Away / 2nd XI Crawley 2nd XI Home Sat 9th - 1st XI East Preston 1st XI Home / 2nd XI – Pulborough 1st XI Away Sat 16th - 1st XI West Wittering 1st XI Away/ 2nd XI Storrington 1st XI Home Sat 23th - 1st XI Horsham Trinity 1st Away /Chic Priory Park 3rd XI Home Sat 30th - 1st XI Eastergate 1st XI Home / Arundel 2nd XI Away New players are always welcome 1st XI captain James Sadler on 07973 414645 League website: http://sussexcricketleague.play-cricket.com Ken Vickery

Annual Unlock Walk - Saturday 28th April 2018 Our annual Unlock walk in London was a cold one. But we were a happy band from St Peter's who walked 8 miles around Tottenham visiting 7 very different churches. As the Unlock literature says 'The world comes together in Tottenham.' More than 200 languages are spoken and it is the most ethnically diverse constituency in London and in Europe. We found most of the churches met in halls – the Freedom's Ark Church in the beautiful Tottenham Town Hall.

The churches are working together for their community. They have a programme of help for the mentally ill, innovative and challenging youth work, shelter for the homeless, tireless campaigning against knife and gun crime, children's after school and holiday food clubs and free immigration advice. It is 'the good news of the down to earth Christ' revealed in the love, peace and skills of Christians making a difference.

Parts of Tottenham are beautiful. It was wonderful to walk along the tow path of the river and enjoy the gorgeous blossom on the trees in The Lordship recreation ground. It was amazing to visit the first new Anglican building to be erected in 40 years (St Francis at the Engine Room) and the vibrant Church on the Farm on the Broadwater Farm Estate -who asks us all to pray for protection of young people from gang violence. We were all moved by the work of 'The Highway of Holiness' church which is a nightly refuge for 50 homeless men. They bring their mattress into the place of worship to sleep in the warm and are given a good meal in the morning. It is hard for us to comprehend the depth of their need.

As always our walk gave us much more than we can give – and a challenge to work together where we are. Thank you for your support through interest, prayer and finance.

Judy Moorey

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Richard, Caroline and the team would like to welcome you to The Bat & Ball Country Pub and Hayward’s Restaurant.

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Wisborough Green Division MINIBUS OUTINGS 2018 Visit to Wimbledon On 2nd May the minibus visited the home of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. The weather was typically Wimbledon, a mix of sunshine and showers, but as much of the guided tour took place inside this did not matter. An excellent tour guide took us on a behind-the-scenes tour of this famous sporting venue – the museum was both fascinating and informative on the history of the game; we also visited the Centre Court and the Aorangi Terrace, now affectionately known as Murray Mound or Henman Hill, whilst learning about the rich heritage of Wimbledon. We went inside the press interview room and visited the exclusive Millennium Building usually reserved for only high-profile tennis players. Thank you to Kate for once again organising a great day out.

The following outings have been organised for the remainder of 2018.

Please call Kate on 701004 if you are interested in participating.

Wednesday 4th July 9.30 - Gosport Submarine Museum (£25 pp incl. entry and fare) Travel to Portsmouth Dock Yard and take the water bus to Gosport. Visit the museum to understand the history of submarines. Go on board the newly restored HMS Alliance - the only remaining WW2-era submarine. There is a small kiosk serving drinks and snacks for lunch.

Wednesday 1st August 9.30 - A day in Eastbourne (£12 fare) You are free to do as you choose – walk along the seafront, visit the pier, the 1930s bandstand or an art gallery and so on. This trip could include a stop at Beachy Head if so desired.

Wednesday 5th September 9.30 - Hever Castle and Gardens (£25 incl. entry* and fare) Experience 700 years of history at the double-moated 13th century castle, once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Discover magnificent award-winning gardens set in 125 acres, see the giant topiary chess set and the Pompelian Wall and classical statuary in the Italian garden. Various cafes and restaurants to find something for lunch etc. (*£12 for RHS members) Wednesday 3rd October 9.30 -Marwell Zoo and Tropical House (£25 pp incl. entry* and fare) Explore the Zoo and get closer to the wonders of the natural world of hundreds of animals. Visit the new Tropical House, spanning two levels offering fantastic vantage points were you can see a diversity of wildlife and exotic plants in a tropical climate. Cafe and coffee corner for food and drinks - or take a picnic. (*Carers £7.50 fare only) Wednesday 14th November 9.30 - Shoreham Lifeboat Station (£10 incl. RNLI donation & fare) The modern lifeboat station opened in 2010. We will visit the station and its state of the art Tarmar all weather lifeboat. There is a large boat hall, crew training room, drying facilities for wet crew, changing facilities and a viewing platform for the public. Afterwards we will have a pub lunch.

Wednesday 5th December evening - Wisley Christmas Glow (£25 pp incl. entry* and fare) Throughout December the gardens will be decorated with Christmas lights etc in the trees and flower beds. You will be able to walk around the gardens and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere. Hopefully we can get a mulled wine and mince pie! (*£10 for RHS members)

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‘Dos, Don’ts, Moans & Groans’ Well, the green outfield has been left in a dreadful state by contractors for the Parish Council who is ultimately responsible for its upkeep and maintenance.

We have over 200 Village people trying to use the green to play sport in the summer months and it is quite frankly dangerous. The repairs the council has had carried out have been left rough with bare patches all over it and hundreds of pot holes all over the green. The cutting of the green couldn’t happen because of the repairs and it is all being sorted by the Sports clubs direct again this year. (Let’s hope the council accepts the bill.)

Second moan this month relates to certain advertisers in the Parish Magazine. If you are advertising a service and somebody phones you please return their call. Same if somebody e-mails you. Please answer even if you’re too busy; it is polite to respond, perhaps suggest alternative.

Third Moan this month is about trees in the village centre being cut down and changing the view from the green. The trees behind stonewall cottage have been removed and exposed Butts Gate Works and Wyatt Close to the green like never before. Have you noticed this yet? Hopefully they will be replaced with something better than the large Oaks that have been removed.

Final moan this month is going to run on for several months and concerns the footpaths on the A272 through the village centre. If you are not aware they are being resurfaced by West Sussex highways and Balfour Beatty and so far they have only made a terrible mess. Jet washing all of the muck from the pavements up peoples walls and gates. They are doing very little and, in my opinion, very poor preparation for the new topping which they are laying over vegetation at the backs of the paths. They seem to be doing no repairs or levelling to the existing path before covering it in a black resin. Please take pictures before and after and send to West Sussex Highways with your complaints.

On a happier note please do get out and walk around the village; there are some beautiful gardens out there if only you walk and find them. Please e-mail me at kenvickery@hotmail.co.uk with anything that 25 you feel happy or unhappy with. People do read this and take note so please help me to help the village.

Ken V

FIRST BOATS TRAVEL OVER THE SURREYSUSSEX BORDER ON THE WEY & ARUN CANAL The Surrey/Sussex border near Alfold (Surrey) and Loxwood (Sussex) was the scene of celebrations on 21st April with the completion of Gennets Bridge Lock by volunteers.

After the ceremony, small boats were able to navigate across the county border, possibly for the first time since the late 19th century. The Canal Trust has invested about £375,000 and a huge amount of volunteer effort in the lock rebuilding project. Local landowner Nigel Gibbons unveiled a plaque on the bridge and said “When the Canal Trust first approached me, the project manager promised to create a showpiece site. That promise has certainly been fulfilled and the surroundings look magnificent”.

The lock is faced with locally made bricks so that its appearance is similar to the original lock that disappeared in the early 20th century. Earlier, volunteer colleagues had presented a card and gifts to Eric Walker, MBE, who retired as project manager earlier this year.

As well as rebuilding the lock, the volunteer team constructed a new arched bridge to take the Sussex Border Path across the canal and restored the canal channel northwards towards the Surrey border. After returning from a boat trip across the Surrey border, Chairman Sally Schupke commented “This was a short but historic voyage, marking another milestone in the restoration of the canal link between London and the South Coast”.

COUNTING DOWN TO THE GREA The staff and children of Wisborough Green School are counting down to the exciting day when the circus will roll into town especially for them courtesy of Cirque Normandie’s Circus for Schools Programme! Watch out for the Big Top going up on the Green to mark the start of an extraordinary week. On Wednesday 13th June, the Big Top will be officially ‘blessed’ by our very own, Rev Clive Jenkins. Circus Skills Workshops will be taking place on the Thursday for all of the children at the school, and many from surrounding villages. On Friday we see the first performance from Cirque Normandie, before all the fun of the festival on Saturday, with three further performances on the Saturday and Sunday. Our full schedule is as follows: Friday 15th June Saturday 16th June

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Sunday 17th June

7.30pm 12.00 noon 12.15pm 12.30pm 1.00pm 2.45pm 3.00pm 3.30pm 4.00pm 5.00pm 7.00pm 10.30am 2.00pm

Cirque Normandie Performance Opening Procession from the School Official Opening of the Festival Maypole Dancing by the children of WGPS Cirque Normandie Performance in the Big Top School Dance Display on the Green Young Designer Circus Poster Competition Circus Skills Obstacle Race – public event Cirque Normandie Performance in the Big Top Grand Prize Draw Life Music from the Jukebox 6 Festival Closes Family Communion Service in the Big Top Cirque Normandie Performance in the Big Top

BBQ and Hog Roast will be available at the Festival as well as plenty of fun for all of the family. Pick up a copy of our programme to find out more details.

GRAND PRIZE DRAW We are enormously grateful to the generous donors of prizes to our Grand Prize Draw this year, and have a super special set of prizes to offer – so don’t forget to buy your tickets! Top prize, courtesy of Cubitt and West, is a Kindle for Kids package, followed by a Sparkling Afternoon Tea at the South Lodge Hotel generously provided by Dandelion Farewells. We also have a lunch for two at the Half Moon in Kirdford, and a £100 voucher for brand new restaurant, the New Street Bar & Grill in Petworth.

There are many more prizes to be won as well – check out our Facebook page for further details.

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU We would like to say a very big thank you to our presenting sponsors this year, Churchill Country & Equestrian Estate Agents, as well as Cubitt and West for sponsoring our prize draw, Mansell McTaggart for sponsoring our signage, and Cato Electrical for sponsoring the Pimms & Prosecco stall. We would also like to thank Henry Adams for providing a Circus Crafts stall. Thanks again to our Corporate Supporters, RH & RW Clutton and DJ Parker, Chimney Sweep for their ongoing support. And thank you too to all of our programme advertisers and grand prize draw prize providers.

We would also like to say an enormous thank you to Cirque Normandie for this extraordinary opportunity. For ticket information, please go to www.circusnormandie.co.uk or keep an eye on Facebook.

Heidi Lang

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‘Time for God’ All-age Worship Our May Time For God service had a Royal Wedding and Celebration Theme. We had a baptism followed by activities which were: to fly ‘Prince Harry’s helicopter’, make a union flag, to decorate celebration cakes, to make paper chains and colour pictures on the theme. Much fun was had by all.

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The next Time For God on 10th June will have a World Cup Theme. “Come on England!” Come along and be part of the ‘St. Peter’s Squad’. There will be plenty of activities to keep you focussed on the day - whether you’re a football fan or prefer to watch Wimbledon there will be lots to interest for all ages. So tell your friends and come along.

St Peter's Mission Group Vicarage Garden Party A wonderful Garden Party was held Friday 11 May in the Vicarage garden in Wisborough Green. Over 100 people attended and enjoyed a cream tea, with generous portions of cake and plenty of cups of tea.

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Joel Gage was on hand to update us on what was happening in Greece with the Aegean Solidarity Network and there were leaflets explaining the work of the other two charities represented - Chichester Diocesan Family Support Work in Sussex and the work of Youth With A Mission in Uganda. A fantastic ÂŁ1200 was raised to be split between the three charities.

Many thanks to everybody who came and gave most generously. Thanks also to everybody who baked cakes and helped and contributed towards making this such a successful event.

Judy Moorey

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Recipe of the Month WARM PLUM TOMATO & FETA GALETTES This month, I’ve chosen this simple but appetizing dish, which I’ve made as a dinner party starter but could be a light lunch option. You could always make the ingredients go a little bit further by decreasing the size of the ‘round’; I’ve used a saucer instead of a side plate before.

Ingredients      

1 x 340g pack fresh puff pastry 4 tbsp sun-dried tomato paste 6 plum tomatoes 100g/3.5 oz feta cheese, cut into cubes 4 tbsp pesto Salad leaves to serve

Method 1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry thinly then, using a side plate as a guide, cut out 4 x 15cm (6”) rounds. Set on a lightly-oiled baking tray and chill for 10-15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 220 C/425 F/Gas Mark 7. Cook the pastry rounds at the top of the oven for 15 minutes until golden. Remove and allow to cool.

2. Spread 1 tbsp of the tomato paste evenly on each round of pastry. Slice the tomatoes and arrange in a circular fashion, then arrange the feta cubes on top of the tomatoes.

3. Return the galettes to the oven and cook for a further 10 minutes.

4. Serve immediately, garnished with the pesto and salad leaves.

(Recipe Courtesy of Tesco Recipe Magazine ) Judie Donovan

St Peter’s Thursday 7th June 3.15pm Wisborough Green Village Hall Games, Crafts, Activities, Celebration and Meal all in the Village Hall - Please come as a family For information phone 01403 700339

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Wisborough Green Division Divisional Organiser: Pat Farmer Old School Cottage, School Road, Wisborough Green, West Sussex. RH14 0DU Tel: 01403 700492 Email: farmerpatricia@btinternet.com To use the minibus you need to be a member of the Minibus Association There is a form to complete (obtainable from Pat Farmer) and the annual membership fee is £5 starting on 1st January.

For bookings ring: BRENDA KARN-SMITH (701076) and for outings: KATE VERNALLS (701004)

Destinations for June 2018 Fri 1st Tues 5th Wed 6th Fri 8th Tues 12th Fri 15th Tues 19th Fri 22nd Tues 26th Fri 29th

Chichester & Sainsbury Horsham & Sainsbury Isle of Wight Cranleigh & Notcutts Horsham & Sainsbury Portsmouth Horsham & Sainsbury Shoreham Holmbush Centre Horsham & Sainsbury Worthing & Morrison

Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.00 am Depart 2.00 pm Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 2.00 pm Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am

At time of writing the Isle of Wight visit is fully booked but Kate is keeping a standby list in case a seat becomes available, so please give her a call if you would like to go.

We have visits booked now each month to the end of the year – please see page 23 for further details. Also, please do put the date of the annual Paté Cheese & Wine Party in your diary – Tuesday, 17th July 6.30pm in the Village Hall – more details in the July magazine.

Pat Farmer, Divisional Organiser

Early July 2018 Dates Tues 3rd Wed 4th Fri 6th

Horsham & Sainsbury Gosport Submarine Museum Cranleigh & Notcutts

9.30 am 9.30 am 9.30 am

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Wisborough Green History - Ministry of Infor The Ministry of Information was a government department set up at the outbreak of the Second World War for the purpose of publicity and propaganda. The functions covered news and press censorship, domestic propaganda, home publicity and training information for the forces.

The first of these involved working with the services to obtain information that would keep the public informed in such a way to boost morale, for example, describing the numbers of aircraft involved in raids. It also encouraged journalists to accompany troops in their campaigns, starting with North Africa, so that victories, however small, could inspire the public. The news appeared in the daily newspapers and in films shown in cinemas throughout the country. Some of the films were of military action whilst others showed how the public was being affected, e.g. struggling against the elements in the severe winter of 1939-40 or providing practical war advice, e.g. school children practising for an air raid. Domestic propaganda mainly consisted of the now familiar 'Keep Calm and Carry On' type of poster. There were hundreds of designs with themes to educate the public such as ‘Careless Talk Costs Lives’ and 'Keep Mum, She's not so Dumb' and others designed to inspire with dramatic pictures of the British army, navy and air force successfully attacking Axis forces.

Some rural areas were quite distant from urban cinemas and so large touring cinema vans travelled the country. Each vehicle had a large flat screen at the rear that was viewable when the back doors were opened. These films enabled the public to gather behind to watch the latest war news. These mobile cinemas visited Wisborough during 36 the war years; parking on the green to show the latest news films. I hope to give further details in an article about the care of the population during the war years.

The MOI also produced specialised films for the services including the Home Guard. A film was made for the West Sussex Home Guard that included The Wrong and Right way of handling with situations such as Dealing with Fifth Columnists, Stopping a Motor Car and Dealing with Paratroops. The second of these was filmed in Wisborough Green in around 1941. The location was Kirdford Road just past the crossroads; in this, a group of Home Guard soldiers are shown the wrong and right ways of stopping a car that seems suspicious. The car, probably a Standard 8, turns out to have a hidden passenger who, if the soldiers handle the situation wrongly, shoots the soldiers. Meanwhile The Cricketers, Ivy Cottages (where Mulberry now stands) and White House (though not so white) are visible in the background as are curious villagers.

rmation Filming in Wisborough Green - Part 1 Although the film quality is poor, I have shown some stills from the film.

All crowding around the car.

The car suddenly speeds away and a hidden passenger emerges from the back.

The hidden passenger starts shooting the soldiers.

The dead and dying soldiers lie in the road.

Concluded next month with showing the right way to stop a motor car.

Richard B

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Special Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood Picnic & Pimm’s Sunset Cruise: Friday 8th June The first evening cruise of the season offers passengers the opportunity to experience a leisurely summer evening trip on the canal sipping a glass of Pimm’s and tucking into a delicious individual picnic. 7.30pm to 10pm. Tickets cost £20 per person. Booking in advance is essential .

Cream Tea Cruises: 13th & 28th June, 17th July, 7th August, 5th & 19th September The popular Cream Tea Voyages offer an opportunity to appreciate the beautiful West Sussex countryside while enjoying a cup of tea, delicious scones, cream and jam. The trips take approximately 1½ hours and depart at 2.15pm and 4.30pm.

Tickets cost £14 per person and should be booked in advance.

Father’s Day Bacon Butty Brunch Trips: Sunday 17 th June Special trips will be running on Father’s Day to treat Dads and their families to a canal trip whilst enjoying a tasty bacon butty! The trips will last approximately 1½ hours and will depart at 9.45am and 12.00 noon. Tickets cost £14 for adults and £10 for children.

Midsummer Supper Cruise: Friday 22nd June Celebrate the Summer Solstice by gently cruising through beautiful countryside on one of the longest evenings of the year and enjoy a sparking summer drink and a 39 sensational supper. 7.30pm to 10.00pm. £21 per person. Booking in advance is essential.

Pirates & Princesses Adventure Trips: 26th July, 9th & 22nd August If you missed the first of these trips during half-term, now is the time to book ahead for the Pirates & Princesses Adventure Trips during the summer holidays! Come in fancy dress and enjoy some good swashbuckling fun with ‘sea’ battles to try and defeat the pirates, rescue the princess and take possession of the treasure chest! The trips will last approximately 1½ hours and will depart at 11.00am and 2.00pm. Tickets cost £12 per person to include light refreshments, and a share of the captured treasure for all the children. Booking in advance is strongly recommended.

Bookings are also being taken for the popular Ploughman’s & Pimm’s Evening Cruises (Friday 6th July and Friday 3rd August) and the Quiz & Nibbles Cruise (17th August).

Bookings for all the special events throughout the year and weekend public trips can be made online via the Trust website www.weyandarun.co.uk. For enquiries about private charters, volunteering opportunities and membership please call The Wey & Arun Canal Trust Office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk .

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Holiday Homes For Hens Going on holiday?

Bring your hens and ducks to us at Garden Poultry Care in Kirdford.

We’ll take care of your birds in a safe, friendly, free range area.

Call Nik 01403 820796

There But Not There Wisborough Green is proud to be a Pathfinder Parish supporting ‘There But Not There’, the 2018 nationwide Armistice project for the charity Remembered: therebutnotthere.org.uk ‘There But Not There will be the defining centenary commemoration of the end of the 1914-1918 war, installed where the men and women came from across the country, back in the communities they left behind.’

There were 21 men who did not return to Wisborough Green and Loxwood (one ward at that time) and their names are listed on the War Memorial. We will remember these men from mid-September until November in St Peter ad Vincula church. Each man will be represented by a Perspex silhouette and nameplate, sitting in church as they may well have, as part of the congregation. You will be encouraged to sit with our fallen, remember and reflect on their courage and ultimate sacrifice.

Plans are being made and details will be published shortly; at this stage we felt it appropriate to give family members of our fallen the first opportunity to sponsor their relative’s silhouette and name block for £50. Please do spread the word if you know of family who have now left the village.

The Parish Council and the History Society will publish a booklet giving as much detail as can be found on those who died, so if you were able to provide any background information, about their lives in Wisborough Green or Loxwood, it would be most welcome. Sponsorship by local businesses of the Perspex figures would also be appreciated.

Further enquiries should be directed to Louise Davies, Parish Clerk, on 01403 701102 or clerk@wisboroughgreenpc.org

VISIT THE ROYAL HOSPITAL, CHELSEA Discover the history behind this unique national institution.

Marvel at Sir Christopher Wren’s stunning buildings, hear the captivating stories of the resident Chelsea Pensioners - past and present - and learn about what life is like for today’s veterans at The Royal Hospital.

On Tuesday 18th September 2018 Leave Wisborough Green Three Crowns 11-15am Arrive Chelsea Hospital 1-30pm for a Guided tour by one of the Pensioners for 90 minutes around the site, and a further 30 minutes for the museum and shop.

Total cost £42-00 per person. £10-00 deposit secures place by 1st June 2018 with balance to be paid by 15th June 2018.

To reserve a place on the 16 seat Minibus, please contact Reg Hickman on 01403 701886 or e-mail: reghickman5@gmail.com ASAP As we will be travelling over the lunch time period, I have arranged with Tim at the Three Crowns for anyone who would like to have a brunch at 10am. This needs to be booked in advance and paid on the day.

Thank you, Reg Hickman

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Local Club and Society News Wisborough Green Short Mat Bowls Club The Club’s Annual Pairs Competition on Monday 23rd April, was well attended with 10 teams taking part. The teams split into two groups with the top team from each group going through to Finals Day on the 3rd September.

The teams all played 4 games of 8 ends, the games were all generally competitive with no teams remaining unbeaten. Congratulations go to Monica Enticknap and Jean Head winning group 1 with 6pts +27 and Dave Herbert and Linda Jones winning group 2 with 6pts +5. In the first round of the singles, Jane Adsett beat Jean Hoddinott 14-3, Shirley Bundy beat Joan Goodchild, Gavin Jones beat Diana Tatman 15-2, Derek Tatman beat Jennie Carter 19-2, Keith Carter beat Lorraine Berry 13-3, Monica Enticknap beat Carol Cuthbert 17-4, Dawn Smith beat Hilary Nulty 8-7, George Shipway beat Pauline Shipway 9-4 and finally Bernard Adsett beat Linda Jones 9-4. Then in the first of the 2nd round singles matches, Gavin Jones beat Evelyn Ringrose 8-5 and George Shipway beat Derek Tatman 8-5.

Upcoming Fixtures: 4th June - Captains Day 10am (home), 13th June - Walberton 6:30pm (away) Monica Enticknap, Captain

Wisborough Green History Society Wisborough Green Village History Society is a small group of people who enjoy talking about and researching the history of the 43 village. Several of our members are life-long residents of the village, others have lived here for many years and all have interesting memories and anecdotes to relate. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month in the village hall committee room at 10.30am - new members are always welcome.

Sue Killingbeck, Secretary (Tel: 01403 700704)

Wisborough Green Spitfire Simulator Club Why not join the Spitfire Simulator Club? The prime purpose of our simulator project is to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund and to that end, simulator flights are normally charged for. However, with the Simulator Club, members make a small donation to the RAFBF (£5 per year) and their name goes into a hat every month and the winner gets a flight for free. To join the group, contact Brian Smith on 01403 700346 or briansmithair@uwclub.net

Wisborough Green Table Tennis Club The Wisborough Green Table Tennis Club meets in The Village Hall every Wednesday from 4 to 6pm. Do come along and give it a try – we are a very friendly bunch.

Contact Philip Midwinter on 01403 700402 for more details.

Wisborough Green ‘Mountain’ Rescue Run by local volunteers. Stuck in a ditch or up a tree? Call us.

Contact: Mr Brian Smith 700346.

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The Cricketers Arms The Heart of Wisborough Green 01403 700369

A beautiful 16th century pub located in a beautiful Sussex village.

All fresh home cooked food.

Good quality beer.

Live music Friday/Saturday evenings from 9pm.

Theme food evenings.

Check website for dates.

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Wisborough Green Horticultural Society June Show - Sunday 17th June 2pm Wisborough Green Village Hall Schedules are available at the village shop or online on the Wisborough Green village website: www.wisboroughgreen.org/horticultural-society/ Do have a look at the classes and hopefully enter – we do want to put on a good show! Ensure your entry forms are put in the special box outside Forge Cottage (next to the public toilets) by the evening of Friday 15th. Teas are available all afternoon and the cups and prizes will be presented at 4.15pm. Hopefully we will see you there!

The plant sale went very well and raised over £600 towards funds. It was a corker of a day and at 2pm, sharp, there was a surge of punters!

If you wanted to go on the Wakehurst trip on Wednesday June 13th we may be able to squeeze you in – contact Kate (01798 813357) or Philip (01403 700402).

Enjoy your garden- this is a lovely time of year.

WGHS

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 Plant out annual summer bedding plants in boarders, containers and hanging baskets now the risk of frost has passed.  Lift and divide clumps of snowdrops and bluebells once the leaves start to yellow.  Pinch out the tips of your fuchsias to encourage a bushy habit and more flowers.  Cut back bulb foliage once it has died down naturally.  Plant out tender vegetables like courgette, squash, tomatoes and sweetcorn now the chance of frost has past.  Look out for yellowing of autumn planted onion and garlic foliage. This is a sign that they are ready to harvest.  Continue to earth up main crop potatoes and think about harvesting your first earlies (ready 10 weeks after planting)  Harvest salad crops and sow new every two weeks to ensure a constant supply of tasty leaves.  Thin out congested branches on fruit trees for bigger and better fruits.  Protect developing fruits from birds and squirrels by netting your plants.  Peg down runners on strawberry plants to create more plants for next year.

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Wisborough Green FARMERS MARKETplus News

Next Market: Thursday 14th June 2018 Wisborough Green Village Hall 9.00am – 12.30pm

Mary Lindfield & Lil Elliott – Honorary Patron Awards Our market was set up 16 years ago by a group of community minded volunteers with the dream of building community cohesion and bringing high quality produce into the village from small, independent local suppliers and producers. Until recently two of those founders, Mary Lindfield and Lil Elliott remained active in running the market. Lil retired from active involvement, due to ill health, but is pleased to remain a committee member. Mary decided to step down from the committee a couple of months ago to spend more time with her close family, and take a well-earned rest! Their contribution to the market and the community cannot be underestimated. They really have been pillars of the village for many years.

At our Open Meeting on the 20th April, both Mary and Lil were made Honorary Patrons of the Market, in recognition of their outstanding contributions and achievements. The committee and Keith Hutchinson (director of market sponsor Fowlers Estate Agents), presented Mary with a wonderful bouquet of flowers, made by our market regular Cathy Streeter of Sussex Roses, and a lovely hand drawn and painted certificate by local artist Annette Olney.

Unfortunately, Lil was unable to attend and so committee members Aija Hamilton, Sally Marsh and Ray Vernalls, made a presentation to her at her home the following day.

Both were thrilled with their awards and passed on their sincere thanks.

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May Market: The sun was shining, as it seems to on market days, but the number of visitors was slightly down this month, though many of the stallholders reported good sales. Ian Clemens was with us again with his home grown veg plants and very nearly sold out! We were very pleased to see Nicki Ramplin, Issie Loves Books, return after a long absence and we hope to see her again. New comers JubyLee Bakes, Katie Wells and Ascog Wool brought new interest to the market and the Rev Clive Jenkins’ wife Marion took a stall to promote the WG Open Gardens event.

June Market: The June market should be one not to miss, with all the regular stalls plus the interesting new ones, also, pupils from WG Primary School will be with us again. Do come along and browse or just sit with a coffee (and a piece of delicious Macmillan cake) and watch the world (or at least Wisborough Green) go by, you never know who you might bump into. The next market is on 14 June, 9am – 12.30pm, see you then!

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Email: wisboroughmarket@gmail.com

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Arts Society Meetings The Arts Society - West Sussex On Tuesday 5th June, Sue Rollin will give a talk on

Constantinople & Istanbul - A Tale of Two Cities Two names for one city which straddles Asia and Europe.

Byzantine churches, Ottoman mosques and many other aspects of life makes Istanbul one of the most fascinating cities in the world On Tuesday 3rd July, Pamela Campbell-Johnston will give a talk on

Celebrating the Royal Academy of Arts: Its 250th Anniversary 1768-2018 The lecture encompasses the Summer Exhibition, the influential Academicians and the pivotal role of the RA schools Meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 2pm. Doors open at 1.40. Tea and cakes after the July lecture. Contact Jackie Buckler on 01903 411086 or email: jackiebuckler@sky.com Visitors most welcome - £5 48

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The Arts Society - South Downs On Wednesday 6 June, Daniel Snowman will give a talk on

The Hitler Emigrés: Their impact on British cultural and artistic life On Wednesday 4 July, Simon Inglis will give a talk on

Great Lengths: the art and architecture of historic swimming pools and lidos All meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 10.30am. Coffee from 9.50am.

Visitors warmly welcomed (£5). Please call 01403 785302 www.theartssocietysouthdowns.org.uk

A Date for Sunday 14 October 2018 - 10.30 service - Dedicatio

WI Report At our WI Meeting on the 3rd of May we discussed the resolution: ‘Mental Health Matters’. The NFWI urges all WI members to recognise the importance of parity between mental health and physical health and take action to make it as acceptable to talk about mental health issues as much as physical health issues, and to lobby government for better support for mental illness.

This is the resolution that will be put to the Annual Meeting in Cardiff in June. Sue Carter, one of the West Sussex Advisors came to talk us through the many aspects relating to this resolution and a very good discussion followed. The meeting voted to support this resolution and Faye Williams, our representative from Wisborough Green will vote on our behalf.

At our June meeting on the 7th, Helen Prosper will come and talk about the ‘Myth of Eating 5-a-day’. We look forward to seeing you at this meeting.

All potential members are welcome.

Mary Benson (President) 01403 700284

Weather Watch Wisborough Green rainfall for April was 78mm (last year 8mm – 10 yr average 48mm). So if you thought it was wet - it was a very wet April!

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BUT we did have a warm spell in the month where the mercury rose to 29.1°C in London – the warmest April day since 2001. Coldest spot was April 1st minus 8.8°C at Tulloch Bridge in Invernesshire. Cooler weather and then that warmth meant spring happened with a bang!

As I write, May so far has been good but no doubt if there is no rain we will soon be hoping for some – our clay soil goes solid very quickly!

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Village Hall 50 Club Draw The winner of the May Draw is Dottie Smith who wins £50 The winner of the is second Prize of £20 is Grace Carter The June Draw will be at 6.30 pm on Wednesday 6 June at The Cricketers and if any member or prospective member would like to attend they will be very welcome Ruth Andrews, 01403 700671

your Diary: on of the new building works in Church by Bishop Mark

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National Rural Crime Survey It’s three years since the last National Rural Crime Survey revealed the huge cost of crime to rural communities – both financial and in terms of public confidence and fear of crime.

The National Rural Crime Network produced a series of recommendations and, in many areas – including Sussex – the police took steps to improve matters.

Now it’s time to find out what’s changed.

Do you think rural crime has gone up or down in Sussex? Do you feel safer? What’s your view of the police in your community?

This year’s survey went live on April 17, and I urge anyone who lives, works or visits our rural communities to respond and have their voice heard.

In late 2017, Sussex Police appointed Temporary Superintendent Emma Brice and Sergeant Tom Carter as dedicated leads for rural crime, to address the vulnerabilities and crime types which are specific to rural areas.

We know that there are certain types of crime and areas of vulnerability which impact rural communities and businesses differently from those in urban areas.

Alongside other measures, the responses to this survey will help to ensure that Sussex Police meets the needs of our rural communities.

One of the focuses of this year’s survey is whether rural crime continues to be 51 underreported. Three years ago, one in four people who responded to the survey nationally said they didn’t report the last crime they’d been a victim of because they didn’t see the point.

This is an uncomfortable thing to hear, for all those involved in protecting rural areas, so it’s important we ask these questions again and find out whether people are more willing to report crime and if they feel safer.

It’s vital that the voice of rural communities is heard by those who can make a difference – from the Police to Government. Please have your say and help us build a clear picture of crime in rural Sussex and to understand the impact it has where you live or work.

The survey is available now at www.nationalruralcrimenetwork.net/survey and is open for submissions until Sunday 10 June.

Best wishes, Katy Bourne Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner To sign up to my weekly newsletter, visit: www.sussex-pcc.gov.uk/about/pcc-newsletter/

Church Cleaning Roster (Saturdays) 2 June

Mrs Nicholls & Mrs Daniell

9 June

Mrs Holt & Mrs Zilz

16 June

Mrs Lewis & Mrs D Roberts

23 June

Mr & Mrs Armistead

30 June

Mrs Mosley & Mrs Scrase

If you are unable to clean on the day allocated to you, please arrange to change with someone or let Jill Brett know – 700350.

Church Flower Arranging Roster (Fridays)

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1 June

WEDDING

8 June

Sarah Nicholls / Kate Finn

15 June

Sarah Nicholls / Kate Finn

22 June

Rosemary Crafter

29 June

Rosemary Crafter

CLEANERS & FLOWER ARRANGERS PLEASE NOTE: During the building works in church please take extra care.

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Rev. Clive Jenkins 700339 email: vicarage@stpeterswg.org.uk Mr Jamie Daniell 752846 Mr Richard Parish 700628 Mrs Sue Nicholls 700827 Mrs Sharon Moncur TBA Mrs Sue Nicholls 700827 Mr David Warwick 700262 Mr Malcolm Brinson 01730 816101

Ministry Support Team Co-ordinators Bell Ringers Mr Robin Miles Cleaners Mrs Jill Brett Flowers Mrs Maggie Edwards Readers Mrs Val Mourilyan Chalice, Sacristans, Intercessors Mrs Henrietta Warwick Healing Mrs Gillian Gough

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Website: www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk For baptism or wedding enquiries, please contact the Vicar ASAP or, if unavailable, one of the churchwardens.

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Advertising Distribution Balloon Club of Wisborough Green Climbing Bears Pre-school Cricket Club Chairman Farmers’ & Village Market Football Club Chairman History Society Horticultural Society Chairman Lawnmower Racing Minibus Association Minibus Bookings Neighbourhood Watch Area Co-ordinator Parish Council Chairman Parish Council Clerk Police (non-emergency) Primary School Business Manager Primary School PTA Secretary Scouting Groups: Scouts (10½+ yrs) Cubs (8-10½ yrs) Beavers (6-8 yrs) Sports Clubs Association (Pavilion) St Peter’s Luncheon Club Short Mat Bowls Club Spitfire Simulator Group Stoolball Club Table Tennis Club Village Hall Bookings Village Hall Committee Chairman Village Car Service Village Care Team & Library Service Wisborough Green Conservative Association Wisborough Green Fete Society Wisborough Green Mountain Rescue Wisborough Green Trust Wisborough Green Website Wisborough Green Website Editor Women’s Institute

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Mr Brian Smith 700346 Nina Lambkin 701027 Mr Steve Calder-Smith 700821 Mrs Aija Hamilton 700588 Mr Craig Vit 700369 Mrs Pam Warburton 701903 Philip Midwinter 700402 Mr Jim Gavin 700220 Mrs Pat Farmer 700492 Mrs Brenda Karn-Smith 701076 Mrs Priscilla Pinkham 700114 Mr Peter Drummond 01798 865546 Mrs Louise Davies 701102 101 Mrs Clare Lonsdale 700280 Ms Mariamne Scott-Kerr 07775 627653 David Ribbens 01483 200688 Carol Pearson 700536 David Ribbens 01483 200688 Mr Ian Elliott 700474 Mrs Hilary Edmonds 700623 Mrs Gillian Gough 700157 Mr Keith Carter 700502 Mr Brian Smith 700346 Mrs Alison Luke 700752 Mr Philip Midwinter 700402 Mrs Beth Ellis 700083 Mr Keith Carter 700502 Mrs Jennie Burr 700607 Mrs Suzanne Mosley 700946 Mrs Priscilla Pinkham 700114 Ms Andrea Leighton 700435 Mr Brian Smith 700346 Mr Richard Bairstow 700140 www.wisboroughgreen.org Mrs Louise Davies, PC Clerk 701102 or clerk@wisboroughgreenpc.org Mrs Mary Benson 700284

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What’s Happening in June Tue 05 Wed 06 Thur 07 Fri 08 Sat 09 Sun 10 Tue 12 Thur 14 Fri 15 Sat 16 54

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Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am Arts Society - West Sussex (p 48) Fittleworth Village Hall 2.00 pm Purple Bus for young people aged 11-16 Layby by the Green 7.00 - 9.00 pm Arts Society - South Downs (p 48) Fittleworth Village Hall 10.30 am Village Hall 50 Club Draw (p 49) The Cricketers 6.30 pm Messy Church straight from school (p 33) WG Village Hall 3.15 pm WI Meeting (p 49) WG Village Hall 8.00 pm Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.00 - 11.30 am Kirdford Open Gardens (p 28) Kirdford Rec 12 noon - 5.00 pm ‘Showstoppers!’ sing-a-long (p 28) WG Village Hall 7.30 pm ‘Time for God’ - World Cup Theme (p 30) St Peter’s, WG 10.30 am Kirdford Open Gardens (p 28) Kirdford Rec 12 noon - 5.00 pm Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am History Society Meeting (p 45) Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 10.30 am Purple Bus for young people aged 11-16 Layby by the Green 7.00 - 9.00 pm Farmer’s & Village Market Plus (p 47) WG Village Hall 9.00 am - 12.30 pm Magical Meadows Visit (p 19) Adversane 10.30 am or 6.30 pm Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.00 - 11.30 am Cirque Normandie First Performance (p 26 & 28) The Big Top on Green 7.30 pm School Summer Festival (p 26 & 27) The Green 12 noon - 7.00 pm Cirque Normandie Performances (p 26 & 28) The Big Top on Green1.00 & 3.30 pm Family Communion at the Circus (p 6) The Big Top on Green 10.30 am Cirque Normandie Performance (p 26 & 28) The Big Top on Green 2.00 pm Hort Soc June Show (p 45) WG Village Hall 2.00 pm Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am Purple Bus for young people aged 11-16 Layby by the Green 7.00 - 9.00 pm Parish Council Meeting Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 7.45 pm Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.00 - 11.30 am Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am Purple Bus for young people aged 11-16 Layby by the Green 7.00 - 9.00 pm Fish ‘n’ Chips Lunch (p 29) Wyatt House 12.30 pm Mobile Library The Pavilion WG 2.55 - 3.15 pm Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14) WG Village Hall 9.00 - 11.30 am

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