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Welcome to our April issue.
April usually starts with pranks and jokes on the 1st of the month, known as April Fool’s Day, and Easter is later this month, with Easter Sunday falling on 20th April let’s hope for a warm and sunny weekend!
In this issue we have ar cles from Out of Bounds, the Arun Youth Aqua Centre and the Angmering Croquet Club. There is a Spring Wedding Fayre at Li lehampton Town Council on 6th April and Angmering Chorale are having a concert on 12th at St Margarets Church in Angmering.
Please do add your events to our website (www.allaboutmagazines.co.uk/whats‐on) and then they will appear in the What’s On pages in the magazine too.
The front cover photo was taken at The Old Vicarage, Washington by James Walters for the NGS Open Gardens.
I hope you enjoy all the spring sunshine that this month brings!
Helen and the All about Magazines team
VE Day + 80 Years Update
8th May by Gill Par ngton, President, Angmering Twinning Associa on Angmering Twinning Associa on have made a good start to their search for war me memories, thanks to the ladies of the Angmering Poppy Club, Brian (Chalky) White, and some other local residents. These cover not only Angmering, but England, Scotland and France! and photographs. So, if you have a story about the World War II in Angmering, or you are now a resident of the village with a war me story from elsewhere, please contact us as soon as possible.
However, we s ll need more! Our inten on is to gather war me memories of people who were in Angmering in the World War II and of those who lived elsewhere but now live in the village. If you would like to write or record your own memories or to persuade your friends and rela ves who have such anecdotes to tell them to you, please do so and contact us at the address below.
The Twinning Associa on has provisionally booked the Village Hall for the early evening of 10th May, the first available date a er 8th May, and propose a War me Tea with refreshments of the period.
We will invite all par cipants, and others, to the Tea, where we hope we will also have artefacts people might s ll have — from ID cards, to ra on books, to medals, cartoons, mementoes
We can then decide how this material can best be shared — in person at the Tea, in a booklet form, or both.
Please call Gill Par ngton on 07776 203866 or 01903 770874 if you would like to tell us your stories, or email gillpar ngton@aol.com
Eric Holmes: A Man of the Village
by John Heaton, The Angmering Chorale
We’re very sad to learn that Eric Holmes died on 14th February at the age of 94, after a short illness. His funeral, standing room only, was held at Worthing Crematorium on 27th February.
If you have lived in Angmering for a while, you will be aware of his great influence over the village. He was born in Yorkshire and after his national service in the late 40s/early 50s he left God's own country to move down south, first working for the National Coal Board before moving down to Angmering and setting up his estate agents Holmes & Co in the village not long afterwards. Sometime after he retired, the business was sold to Hawke & Metcalfe, though the premises (the third the business had occupied in the village) were acquired by Graham Butt.
It was a life built on service and personal interaction with others and in 2024 Eric was presented with the Fred Rowley Award by the Parish Council for his voluntary contribution to the community (pictured right).
He was Chairman of the Parish Council and of The Angmering Society, a leading light in the Twinning Association and in the Rotary Club, a member (and probably more) of Ham Manor Golf Club, where he was still playing until late last year, a trustee of the Lavinia Norfolk Centre, the Angmering Village Hall, the Angmering Community Centre, and the Jack Clavey Fund, a grant‐giving local charity for the benefit of the village. Remarkably, he was a founding governor of the Angmering School and continued for over 46 years. The photo below was taken in 2022 when he stepped down.
He married Shirley in 1961. She died in 2006 and was also well known in the village, having been a parish councillor and chair of the Village Hall Committee. They were both keen gardeners and he gave a trophy, presented annually, at the Angmering Flower and Produce Show.
He was a founder member of the Angmering Chorale. Old programmes for their concerts are retained going back to 1978. The early ones do not list singers but he advertised his business in the first one that contained adverts in 1985, and appeared in the first list of members two years later. He has been a stalwart ever since, including a long stint as chairman. Many will remember his massive contribution over the years. He was also instrumental (pardon the pun) in the continuation of the Chorale last year, having introduced the new Musical Director, Dominic Grier.
Eric remained active to the end, retaining a great sense of humour, even in adversity and was the ultimate people person, a thoughtful contributor and a wise counsellor. He will be missed.
As a tribute, the Chorale believes that the first concert under Dominic’s baton, at 7.30pm on Saturday 12th April in St Margaret’s Church, should be titled the Eric Holmes Memorial Concert, and they will also remember him in some way for the summer concert.
We send our condolences to his family.
A Gateway to Future Success:
The Angmering School Careers Fair
On Thursday 3rd April, from 12.45 to 5.15pm, The Angmering School will be hos ng the biggest careers fair in West Sussex, providing a golden opportunity for students, parents, and the wider community to explore a variety of career paths.
This exci ng event will open the doors to students from Year 5 upwards looking for advice and inspira on, and interested in understanding the possibili es that lie ahead. With over 70 providers and more than 100 representa ves, this Careers Fair will offer a wealth of insights and informa on to help shape the futures of many.
The school has always been dedicated to providing top‐ er educa on, and this event will further cement its reputa on as a leader in career guidance. By welcoming families, students, and local community members, The Angmering School ensures that career explora on is accessible to all, regardless of age or background. This inclusive approach makes the fair an invaluable experience for everyone.
With an impressive lineup of exhibitors, including colleges, universi es, and local businesses including Rolls Royce, Bri sh Airways and GSK, a endees will have the opportunity to network with experts across various fields. The representa ves present will offer detailed insights into their industries, answer ques ons, and give personalised advice on the educa onal pathways that could lead to success. For students unsure of what career to pursue, the fair offers a space to explore op ons and begin the process of discovering their passions.
One of the unique aspects of this Careers Fair is the presence of alumni former students of The Angmering School. These individuals, now established in their respec ve careers, will offer advice and share their experiences with current
students. Alumni represent the school’s long history of success and provide living proof that hard work, dedica on, and the right guidance can lead to a bright future. Their insights will be invaluable for students, showing them real‐world examples of how educa on and career paths intersect.
The importance of career advice and guidance cannot be overstated, especially in an age where the job market is constantly evolving. By hos ng this fair, The Angmering School is ensuring that its students and the community have access to the support they need to navigate these changes.
The event will cover a vast array of sectors, offering something for everyone, whether students are interested in crea ve industries, technology, healthcare, or trades.
The school’s commitment to career educa on has long been recognised, and this fair will further solidify its reputa on as a forward‐thinking ins tu on. By providing a pla orm for students to engage with industry professionals, it is helping to bridge the gap between educa on and employment, ensuring that its students are well‐prepared for the future.
For those seeking further informa on or specific inquiries, Gavin Bowles, the school’s Careers Manager, is available to assist at gbowles@theangmeringschool.co.uk
The school encourages all students and families to a end and make the most of this amazing event. We look forward to welcoming you all to The Angmering School on 3rd April.
New A rac ons Coming
To Out Of Bounds, including a world first!
As part of ongoing, exci ng redevelopments at Out of Bounds Ac vity Centre in Rus ngton, a series of seven brand new Clip ‘n Climb challenges have been launched. AND one of the new Clip ‘n Climb walls – ‘Crunched’ – is the first of its kind to be installed anywhere in the world!
This significant investment has been made as part of Out of Bounds’ commitment to provide the most exhilara ng and up‐to‐date a rac ons for the local Sussex community and tourists who come to enjoy the beauty of the South Coast.
The “world first” at Out of Bounds, the Crunched challenge, is where a climbing wall meets so play with a bridging style challenge. The unique PVC‐covered holds provide climbers with a fresh, tac le experience, and Crunched can integrate three challenges all within one structure.
In addi on, there will be six more new Clip ‘n Climb walls to master and enjoy. These new developments have been opened at the same me as the outdoor High Ropes and Zip Lines, which were relaunched for the 2025 season.
To book a Clip ’n Climb session and try out the new equipment, go to: out‐of‐bounds.co.uk/ ac vity/clip‐n‐climb/
Like all of the ac vi es at Out of Bounds, Clip ‘n Climb offers a wide range of physical and mental health benefits, confidence boos ng, teambuilding, as well as an educa onal opportunity to learn climbing skills in a safe, supervised environment and, of course, it promises bags of fun!
Speaking about the launch of the new equipment, Out of Bounds Director, Charlo e Langmead said: “We are tremendously excited to announce that we are the first ac vity centre in the whole world to install this brand‐new Clip ‘n Climb challenge, and can’t wait for our climbers to come and have a go. Par cipants as young as four years old can enjoy the Clip ‘n Climb experience at Out of Bounds. Spaces are filling up quickly, so we advise booking in advance to be one of the first to try!”
Out of Bounds also offers great value a er‐school Fun ‘n Food sessions for Clip ‘n Climb, as well as home‐educa on mid‐week sessions and dedicated sessions for pre‐schoolers to try out Clip ‘n Climb and then con nue the fun in the award‐winning, four‐storey so play.
Excellent group rates are available for school bookings, Scouts, Brownies and all groups and clubs, plus SEN sessions. Contact 01903 788588 or email bookings@oo .co.uk for your teambuilding/group session.
Find Your Freedom:
A Journey Through Local Running and Inclusivity
For the past seven years, I’ve laced up my running shoes not to chase the fastest mes or conquer the longest distances but to carve out precious “Me Time”. Running has become my sanctuary, a wonderful way to boost my mental and physical well‐being while soaking in the beauty of our local area.
Every Saturday morning, you can spot me at the Li lehampton Prom Parkrun, where I proudly serve as one of the Run Directors. What I love most about parkrun is its warm and welcoming spirit. It’s a place where everyone, regardless of ability or disability, comes together to share in the joy of running.
Eager to give back even more, I took my commitment a step further by enrolling in the English Athle cs (EA) Sight Awareness course and earning my qualifica on as a guide runner. Although my opportuni es to guide might not be as frequent as I’d like, every me I stride beside a visually impaired runner, I feel a renewed sense of purpose. The only challenge? More o en than not, speedy runners are looking for guidance, and boy, do they keep me on my toes!
Last summer, I sensed an incredible opportunity to expand our guiding community. So, I reached out to the Li lehampton parkrun family, eager to gauge interest in guide running. The response surpassed my wildest expecta ons! I successfully trained 28 enthusias c guide runners at Li lehampton Parkrun, followed by 12 at Worthing Striders, and another 12 at Worthing Parkrun.
VI guides need runners as much as VI runners need guides. This is where the local sight loss chari es and groups are key. Sight Support Worthing is the town’s oldest charity, and it strives to enhance the lives of service users by
Stuart Withers is a qualified sighted guide runner for the visually impaired, who lives in Li lehampton. Here, he talks about this and his collabora on with local sight loss charity, Sight Support Worthing. providing accessible ac vi es. They promote inclusivity, understanding and acceptance in the community, and advocate for the rights of people with vision impairments to live independent and fulfilling lives. What be er way to do this than by coming together to raise funds and awareness at community events?
I’ll be at the Worthing 10k in June as part of the SSW team. We’d love to have you join us, whether as a solo runner, with a guide runner or as a guide runner! The Worthing 10k takes place on Sunday 8th June. Places are £25, with complimentary places for all guide runners. All runners get a free SSW t‐shirt, a goody bag, and lots of support from our staff, members and volunteers!
If you’re a visually impaired individual eager to join the fun, I encourage you to get in touch; there are dedicated guides ready to support you, available for a range of paces. Remember, at parkrun there’s no such thing as “too slow”. So, take that first step and discover the joy of running in our vibrant community!
To find out more, contact Sight Support Worthing. Call 01903 235782, email info@sightsupportworthing.org.uk, or visit www.sswcharity.org.uk
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What is Risk?
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What is Risk? We’re not talking about the board game. Naviga ng the wonderful world of finances can some mes feel like stepping onto a ghtrope without a safety net. Whether you’re pondering where to invest your hard‐earned money or simply aiming to bolster your savings, understanding risk is key to making and managing informed decisions that align with your financial goals.
When evalua ng your a tude towards risk, it’s crucial to consider your personal circumstances, comfort level and what you are prepared to lose if it doesn’t go to plan. Are you in a posi on where you can afford to take on risk? Or does your current situa on mean you need to priori se security to minimise the possibility of losses? Only you can decide what’s going to work for you and, importantly, what doesn’t. Some investment op ons may seem en cing by offering the poten al of higher returns, but in most cases, these come with varying degrees of risk. Shares, for instance, can seem incredibly exci ng with their poten al for growth, yet they also carry a high risk of vola lity. On the other hand, bonds may offer stability but generally offer lower returns. Savings, such as tradi onal bank accounts or cash ISAs, are also safer but may only yield modest gains.
Assessing risk involves not only understanding the poten al upsides and downsides of each financial op on but also reflec ng on your own temperament.
Risk management responses can be a mix of five main ac ons:
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The memories of Ivy Francis
(1907 – 2001) – Part 2.
By Neil Rogers‐Davis
In the summer, Mr Harris used to bring his fair to the ground behind Dr Chaplin’s garden. However, the doctor objected and, since no one dared disagree, it came no more. When a mee ng was held in the school now the library to discuss (electric) street ligh ng, he vetoed this too as he wanted to keep Angmering a village.
Food was not plen ful and the margarine not like it is today. Mother used to skim the cream off the milk and put it on bread with her jam because bu er was so short. Word would go round the school “Dench’s [pictured right] have got some cheese in” and we would all queue up on the way home to dinner (no school dinners then) and pay on the way back. Another me, it would be treacle, and so on.
Father was invalided out of the Army in 1916 and went to work on the building of Ford Aerodrome. He used to cycle all the way quite a distance. We used to have happy days on the beach. We would either trek across the fields from Honey Lane or I would ride on the back of Mother’s bike. There was a ditch full of ne les one side of Sea Lane and I always had vision of being pped off among the ne les, but it never happened. There were no posh houses down Sea Lane then and we undressed behind the tamarisk bushes.
Our Sunday School treats were rides in farm carts to Angmering Park and then running races. We thought it fine fun. We had no electricity and went to bed by candlelight. When mother had the flu, the doctor instructed me to light a fire in her bedroom as there was no other means of hea ng.
We had no water laid on but there was a pump that served all the houses. We had to work this to fill a pail or can. My baths were very comfortable as it was in a n bath in front of the kitchen fire when father was out.
In those days we had a policeman living in the village at The Co rells. The milkman came by a float drawn by a horse. We took a jug to the door and the milkman doled the milk out with a metal half‐pint measure. We also had a baker’s shop (then Somerset House in the High Street) and bread was baked in old‐fashioned brick
ovens. The bread had a superior taste to the modern bread. The fishmonger was a Mr Mills who had a corrugated iron shop where the houses are built nearly opposite the Village Hall. The Post Office was on the hill (then Winchester House), combined with drapery and boots and shoes. One of the sweet shops was in the front room of what is now Dolphin Co age in The Square. Old Mrs Hills used to emerge from the back room and address prospec ve customers with “What do you want?”
(These memories of the late Ivy Francis are extracted from the now out of print booklet “Angmering – Reminiscences of bygone days”, produced by Neil Rogers‐Davis and published by The Angmering Society in 2003. Copies can s ll be viewed in Angmering Library.)
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Changes to the Family Jus ce System
From 27th January, open repor ng provisions have been introduced in the Family Court in England and Wales and will give accredited journalists and legal bloggers a “presump ve right” to a end most family court hearings, including family proceedings in the High Court. The aim is to remove the perceived secrecy in the family courts so as to improve public confidence and understanding of the family jus ce system.
Media repor ng is not permi ed in cases such as those rela ng to adop on, placement orders, parental orders, or judicially assisted nego a on such as Financial Dispute Resolu on Hearings. Judges can refuse members of the media permission to a end in specific circumstances.
Being able to a end a hearing does not, however, en tle members of the media a ending proceedings to report more than limited details about the case, par cularly if the proceedings concern children and/or are held in private. Cases a ended by journalists and bloggers will be covered by a transparency order, se ng out what can be reported. Reporters can also access some basic case documents and families can talk to journalists about their case, without risking punishment for contempt of court.
Knowing that a reporter or blogger could be in a endance may influence couples/families to focus on resolving ma ers outside court using alterna ve dispute resolu on methods such as media on, which have the benefit of offering a private and confiden al forum to resolve issues. There is no risk of repor ng a private resolu on because the mee ngs take place out of court in the anonymity of solicitors’ premises or barristers’ chambers.
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Tuesday 1st April ‐ 19:30 to 21:00
Five Forgo en Women Ar sts of the 20th Century (Field Place, The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1NP)
This month’s guest speaker at The Worthing An ques, Arts & Collectors’ Club is art historian Michaela Cranmer. All are welcome to a end. Non‐members £7.50pp or join the club for £35pa. www.worthingan queclub.org.uk
Wednesday 2nd April 18:00 to 20:00
The Burpham Big Dig (Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel, BN18 9PA)
James Sainsbury, curator of archaeology at Worthing Museum, talks about the discoveries made during last year’s Big Dig. £8 AMS members, £10 non‐members. To book, email office@arundelmuseum.org, call 01903 885866, or pop into the museum.
Wed 2nd to Sat 5th April ‐ 19:30 to 22:30; Saturday ma nee 14:30
Li le Shop of Horrors (Windmill Theatre, Windmill Road, Li lehampton, BN17 5LH)
LPOS Musical produc ons are thrilled to bring this darkly comedic musical to The Windmill. Tickets £16, concessions £14. Purchase ckets from www. cketsource.co.uk/lpos or on the door. Group booking discounts are also offered, contact boxoffice@lpos.org to find out more.
Thursday 3rd April ‐ 12:45 to 17:15
The Angmering School Careers Fair (Angmering School, Sta on Road, BN16 4HH)
This is the biggest careers fair in West Sussex
Exhibitors include colleges, universi es, and local businesses, including Rolls Royce, Bri sh Airways and GSK. A endees will have the opportunity to network with experts across various fields. For enquiries, please email gbowles@theangmeringschool.co.uk
Thursday 3rd April ‐ 19:00 to 20:00
Angmering Walk Club (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU)
Meet at the rainbow bench by the community centre for the first weekly walk of the year. All are welcome.
Sunday 6th April ‐ 11:00 to 14:30
Spring Wedding Fayre (The Manor House, Church Street, Li lehampton, BN17 5EW)
The perfect opportunity for all prospec ve couples to view this beau ful Grade II listed wedding venue and meet local wedding suppliers. Admission free. For more details, visit www.li lehampton‐tc.gov.uk/weddings or email weddings@li lehampton‐tc.gov.uk
Monday 7th March ‐ 19:30 to 21:30
Angmering Hor cultural Club (Angmering Bap st Church, Sta on Road, BN16 4HY)
This month’s speaker is Barry Newman who will be delivering the talk “Preparing for your Show”. For details about the club, go to www.angmeringhor culture.co.uk
Tue 8th to Wed 16th April ‐ 10:00 to 15:00
Easter Woodland Ac vity Days (Furzefield Scout Campsite, Dappers Lane, BN16 4EW)
For kids aged 5‐12, free play, den‐building, tree climbing, whi ling, outdoor cooking, games and much more. For more informa on and to book, go to www.forestac vi es.co.uk
Tuesday 8th April ‐ 19:15 to 20:45 200 ans après, que reste‐il de l'heritage de Napoléon? (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU)
A talk to the Anglo French Circle about Napoleon’s legacy. Visitors £5 a visit, but numbers are limited, so if you wish to a end please email anglofrenchrus ngton@gmail.com
See Angmering Chorale’s first performance under its new Musical Director. Tickets £10 from www.theangmeringchorale.org.uk and the box office, call 01903 783918.
Tuesday 15th April ‐ 9:30 to 12:00
The Art Society Arun Monthly Lecture (Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rus ngton, BN16 3HB)
The talk this month is by Helen Rufus‐Ward on “The Mosaics of Ravenna”. Guests £7 on door. Refreshments available. Mee ngs are held on the third Tuesday of the month. For more informa on, email arun@theartssociety.org.
Tuesday 15th April ‐ 19:00 to 22:00
A Complete Unknown (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU)
Watch Timothée Chalamet’s mul ‐award‐nominated performance as Bob Dylan. Tickets £8 available from the Centre Office. Doors open 7pm for prompt 7.30pm start.
Design and create a puppet using recycled materials and learn simple puppet‐making techniques to add movement and personality. All materials are supplied. £5.50pp. Book at h ps://wtm.uk/events/kids‐workshop‐cardboard‐puppets
Friday 18th to Sunday 20th ‐ 10:00 to 17:00 Easter Medieval Fes val (Arundel Castle)
There will be demonstra ons of 13th century combat, archery and falconry, musicians, and have‐a‐go ac vi es such as archery, ar llery, axe throwing, and a cra tent. Plus a Knights’ table serving a spectacular feast. To book, go to www.arundelcastle.org/medieval‐fes val
Friday 18th April ‐ 11:00 to 15:00
The Silent DJ’s Neon 80s Night (The Beach Li lehampton, Sea Road, BN16 2NA)
Experience the silent disco phenomenon. This is a very popular event so booking is essen al. Get your ckets at h ps://thesilentdjs.net/
Saturday 19th April ‐ 11:00 to 13:00
Mewsbrook Celebrates Easter (Mewsbrook Park, Li lehampton, BN16 2LX)
The Easter Bunnies will be hiding in the park, so collect a cket from the organiser and go in search of the bunnies to receive an Easter Treat (first 300 entrants only). Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Enquiries, please email friendsofmewsbrookpark@gmail.com
Saturday 26th April ‐ 10:00 to 13:00
Wellbeing Fair (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU)
Come and meet 20+ providers of wellbeing support, services and therapies, including West Sussex Mind, Arun Holis c Energy Recharge, and Cancer United. Enjoy taster sessions, talks, refreshments and more. For more informa on, call 01903 772124.
Sunday 27th April ‐ 13:30 to 16:00
Oil Pain ng for Beginners (Montague Gallery, Portland Road, Worthing, BN11 1QN)
Aimed at absolute beginners and intermediates, renowned contemporary ar st Helen Masacz’s workshop offers personalised guidance, a step‐by‐step explana on on drawing and pain ng with oils, simplifying the process along the way. £35. Book at h ps://montaguegallery.co.uk
Wednesday 30th April and Thursday 1st May ‐10:30, 11:30, 13:30pm and 14:30pm
Enjoy a seasonal tour led by curator, Alex New, and Peony enthusiast, Simon Hollingworth, taking you through the gardens’ collec on and sharing Highdown’s rich history along the way. £8.50, under 12s go free. To book, go to h ps://highdowngardens.co.uk
Thursday 8th May ‐ 11:00 to 15:00
VE Day Street Party (Ayton house Care Home, Shepherds View, Dappers Lane, BN16 4SP)
Mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with an a ernoon of delicious food and war me favourites performed by John Beever, and celebrate the spirit of the 1940s. There will be ballroom dancing demonstra ons, games and a raffle. To book please call 01903 337705, or email caroline.thomas@careuk.com
Saturday 10th May ‐ Time TBA
VE Day Anniversary (Angmering Village Hall, Sta on Road, BN16 4HL)
The Angmering Twinning Associa on is pu ng on a War me Tea with refreshments of the period to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. For more details, email gillpar ngton@aol.com
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Springing Into April
Nathalie Sansonetti BA, MA, DNN, Dip AIT
Nutritional Therapist & Health Coach, New Leaf Nutrition
T: 07980 620010 E: nathalie@newleafnutrition.co.uk W: newleafnutrition.co.uk diges on. Similarly, mindful movement, such as yoga or walking in nature, can ground you in the present moment and reduce stress.
Spring is an ideal me to rejuvenate not just our bodies but also our minds. A posi ve mindset is founda onal to achieving las ng health and well‐being. Here are three mindset‐focused ps to embrace this season:
1. Embrace growth and new beginnings Spring symbolises renewal. Reflect on your personal journey and iden fy areas for growth. Whether it’s nourishing your body with be er food choices or moving more, shi ing from self‐judgment to a growth mindset makes change sustainable.
2. Prac ce mindfulness in daily ac vi es Integrate mindfulness into your daily rou ne to significantly enhance your mental clarity and emo onal balance. Simple prac ces like mindful ea ng — savouring each bite and apprecia ng the flavours — can improve your rela onship with food and promote be er
3. Set inten ons, not just goals While goals are outcome‐focused, inten ons centre on the journey and your state of being. This spring, set posi ve inten ons that align with your values and desired lifestyle. For instance, instead of aiming to “lose weight”, intend to “nourish my body with wholesome foods” or “move joyfully each day”. This shi fosters a compassionate approach to personal development.
By cul va ng a posi ve and proac ve mindset, you embrace the freshness of spring as an invita on to nurture your mental and emo onal well‐being, paving the way for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
PS: Email me with the word ‘RECIPES’ in the subject line to get my “Top 10 Gut‐Friendly Recipes” at nathalie@newleafnutri on.co.uk
CYCALL sessions start up again
As the weather starts to warm up and thoughts turn to ge ng more ac ve in the great outdoors, come and join a CYCALL session designed to get everyone ac ve.
CYCALL is an inclusive cycling project based at Brooklands Park in Worthing, West Sussex.
We have a fleet of 40 adapted bikes including hand‐propelled bikes, four‐seater bikes and wheelchair transporter bikes.
CYCALL sessions are very sociable events and we provide light refreshments. Ac vi es include an art and cra table, ac ve play, a sensory space, large garden games such as Jenga, Connect 4, table football and Ping! table tennis.
CYCALL sessions are open to adults and children who would benefit from a li le support to ride a bike. We work with people of all abili es and have experience of suppor ng people with a wide range of needs, including demen a, learning disabili es and au sm.
The first CYCALL session for this year takes place on Saturday 26th April. Booking is essen al. To make a booking or find out more informa on, please call Mar ne on 07784
918122 or email cycallworthing@gmail.com. Session dates and mes are published on www.cycall.info and on www.facebook.com/ CycallWorthing.
CYCALL is led by a team of dedicated volunteers and we would welcome some new faces to support our customers. No experience is necessary as full training will be given. A DBS check will be required. All we ask for is a willingness to make a difference.
We are very grateful for the support of the local community. If you are comple ng a fundraising challenge this year, please consider choosing to support CYCALL — every penny goes towards improving our sessions.
Croquet Throughout The Year
Hardy souls at Angmering Croquet Club by John
Clarke,
Secretary of Angmering Croquet Club
I’m not pretending to be Sir Keir Starmer and my dad definitely wasn’t a toolmaker, but I would venture to suggest I’m from a working‐class background. As a kid growing up on the outskirts of London my primary spor ng interest was football.
If I wasn’t watching a game, I’d be up the park with my friends kicking a ball around un l dark or tea me. That decision was based on how hungry I was or how prepared I was to upset my mum. In those days, I was only vaguely aware of the game of Croquet and had formed the opinion it was a game posh people play. Fast forward 50 years or so, and having taken early re rement just before I was 60, I no ced a picture in this very magazine of some near neighbours extolling the virtues of Angmering Croquet Club. The next me we met I complimented them on their photogenic good looks but more seriously asked them about the game itself. They said how much they enjoyed it but said the best way to find out was to have a game ourselves.
A short while later, my wife Sallie and I went with them to Ham Manor Golf Club, where the Angmering Croquet Club have two lawns conveniently located just adjacent to the beau ful Ham Manor Building . A er a brief tutorial from our friends, I swung a Croquet Mallet for the first me in my life and swi ly started to pick up the nuances of the sport. It’s a game that rewards accuracy of shot but can also be a tac cal ba le of wits where your best op on might be to knock an opponent’s ball out of the way rather than aim for the hoop yourself. In that respect, it can be like a chess
game where you might be thinking three or four moves ahead when selec ng your shot to play.
A bit of light physical exercise along with use of the old grey ma er cked two boxes and meant it was an easy decision to join the club. That was a couple of years ago now and we haven’t looked back.
It’s a very sociable club and we’ve made many good friends as we’ve slowly but surely got the hang of the game. The lawns are well maintained, which means we can play all year round. Even though this winter has been seemingly we er and colder than recent years, the hardy souls of Angmering Croquet Club can be seen on the lawns whenever the opportunity arises. If it is too wet to play, members o en meet up for a coffee at the club or eat there as we did for a lovely club Christmas dinner in December. There’s also the opportunity to socialise together at many of the quizzes, comedy and music events the Golf Club puts on throughout the year.
The only downside to my croquet experience is that I didn’t find out about the game many years earlier.
Digital Den stry in Modern Prac ce:
Enhancing Pa ent Experience with Intraoral Scanners
By Yanni Bouille, Associate Den st
Digital den stry has transformed how dental professionals diagnose and treat oral health condi ons. One of the most innova ve tools in modern dental care is the iTero intraoral scanner, which provides high‐resolu on 3D images of a pa ent’s teeth, gums, and bite.
This technology improves the accuracy of dental assessments while enhancing pa ent comfort and engagement. At Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce, I offer digital examina ons using the iTero scanner at every check‐up. This ensures pa ents receive a comprehensive and precise assessment of their oral health, allowing for early detec on and tailored treatment plans.
How Pa ents Benefit from iTero and the Oral Health Suite
Tradi onal dental check‐ups rely on mirrors and probes, which offer limited visibility and require the den st to explain findings verbally. With the iTero scanner and Oral Health Suite, pa ents can now see detailed digital scans of their teeth and gums in real‐ me, making it easier to understand their oral health.
Key benefits for you
Be er Visual Understanding – You see high‐defini on, 3D images of your teeth, gums, and bite, helping us explain dental issues like cavi es, broken fillings, gum recession, or misalignment, making discussions about treatment op ons clearer.
Early Detec on of Problems – The scanner highlights poten al issues before they worsen, allowing for preventive care and early treatment.
More Comfort, No Mess – Unlike tradi onal impressions that require messy, uncomfortable moulds, intraoral scanning is quick, clean, and pain‐free.
Precision in Treatment Planning – Digital scans provide exact measurements, ensuring that restora ve and orthodon c treatments are more precise.
Tradi onal dental impressions can be messy and uncomfortable but the scanner captures accurate 3D digital impressions, which can be sent directly to dental labs for perfectly
fi ng crowns, bridges, veneers, and dentures.
If you are thinking about ge ng your teeth straightened, with the Invisalign Outcome Simulator, you can see a before‐and‐a er digital preview of how your teeth will move with Invisalign treatment, helping you feel confident about your orthodon c plan.
The scanner detects jaw misalignment, uneven tooth wear, and poten al to cause TMJ disorders, allowing for be er treatment planning for bite correc on.
The scanner tracks gum recession and detects periodontal disease early, helping pa ents maintain be er long‐term gum health.
All in all, intraoral scanners like the iTero have significantly improved diagnos cs, treatment precision, and pa ent experience. At Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce, I am proud to offer digital examina ons using iTero at every check‐up, ensuring my pa ents receive the highest standard of care.
By embracing digital den stry, we make dental visits more informa ve, more comfortable, and more effec ve, helping you achieve be er oral health with greater confidence.
To book an appointment with Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce, call 01903 783154 or visit www.abbotslodge.com
A Life Well Lived
by Peter, aged 12
In a world paused by a silent plight, Two hearts connected, a touching sight. Peter, but seven, with curiosity bright, And Dhruba, at eighty‐five, shared their light.
Through le ers penned in mes so bleak, A friendship grew, unique and sleek.
The young boy’s tales, the elder’s lore, They found solace in words, and so much more.
The Fes val of Lights, Diwali, they praised, In vivid le ers, their spirits raised.
Peter learned of lamps that gleam,
While Dhruba’s memories danced in the dream.
Music flowed from piano keys so fine, Peter’s recitals, a lifeline.
Notes filled the air, a melody sweet, Bringing joy to Dhruba’s heartbeat.
Memories of Christmas Day shone alight, Bringing meals made Peter feel warm and bright.
Now Dhruba rests, his laughter gone, But in Peter’s heart, he lingers on.
The lessons shared, the love they knew, A testament to a friendship true.
A life well lived, in le ers and song.
Though Dhruba’s gone, his spirit stays, In Peter’s heart, for all their days.
In loving memory of Angmering resident Dhruba, our neighbour, and Peter’s friend from aged 7 when they became pen pals during the pandemic and pals therea er.
Where is my Will?
Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP Solicitors, discusses the importance of knowing where your original Will is stored.
If you have made a Will with a Solicitor or Will Writer, it is usually stored by the firm that prepared it. This is a very sensible thing to do. The law states that if your original Will cannot be found when you die but it was stored by you, then you are presumed to have revoked your Will and you die intestate. Accordingly, keeping your Will at home is a bad idea.
However, have you ever stopped to wonder where your Will is stored?
When a firm of solicitors merges with another, the new firm will store the Wills. However, they are not legally required to no fy clients of the change of firm unless the client has an open file with that firm at the me of the merger. Storing a Will does not count as an open file, so those clients do not need to be told of a merger. If a firm of solicitors closes down and there is no buyer, the Solicitors Regula on Authority will store the Wills and normally a empt to contact clients to return Wills to them. However, they may not have your current address.
Wills can end up stored much further away than you might think. For example, the Wills of a firm that had four offices in West Sussex are now in London. Another former West Sussex firm’s Wills are stored in Birmingham.
Sadly, none of these rules apply to Will Writers, who can be completely unregulated. A few years ago a er a Will Writers firm closed down, the Wills they had been storing were found fly‐ pped in a field!
If your original Will was stored with a firm that no longer exists, tracking down the Will is an extra task for your Executor. Un l that original Will is found or completely established as lost, your Executor cannot apply for Probate, which means it can take months (some mes years) longer to administer your estate.
As you will have gathered by now, if the firm that was storing your Will no longer exists, there is a good chance that you will not have been told.
So what should you do now? First, check which firm prepared your Will. Then check online to see if that firm s ll exists. Alterna vely you can contact us and we will happily check for you. If that firm no longer exists, or you want your Will to be closer to you, we can arrange for the Wills to be transferred to us. We do not charge for this service or for storing Wills.
If you would like to know where your Will is stored and/or transfer it to Monan Gozze LLP, please call me on 01903 927055, or email ssampson@monangozze .com.
Li lehampton Ladies Probus Club
We are a group of about 40 ladies who enjoy having a nice lunch in good company, with interes ng conversa on, amid very pleasant surroundings. We usually meet on the fourth Friday of the month at Ham Manor Golf Club in Angmering.
The lunch is two courses with coffee/tea and mints and is followed by a speaker with topics that range from “A Den st on the Ascension Island” to “Tiptoe through the Tombstones”, with Jack the Ripper, alstroemeria, climate change and paranormal mysteries thrown in for a li le variety.
We also have a monthly coffee morning — the ming and the venue are variable at the moment, but are announced in our monthly newsle er.
Before Christmas we had a very interes ng tour of the greenhouses at Highdown Garden Centre. They were a blaze of colour from the Poinse as and Cyclamen. We followed this with coffee in their very a rac ve café.
We also encourage members to arrange, or tell
us about, other ac vi es which might be of interest.
If you would like to come to a lunch or learn more about us, please contact Margaret, our Membership Secretary, by email daisypopslib@b nternet.com (please include your telephone number), or call 01903 787081.
Hot off the press: New A�rac�on at Mayflower Park
Thanks to a grant from the Arun UK Shared Prosperity Fund, we are excited to introduce a brand-new bike track for our younger riders at Mayflower Park!
The track is designed in a figure-eight layout with bumps in the centre to enhance the riding experience. While the track is fully open and ready for use, you may no�ce temporary fencing around it, which is in place to allow the grass to regrow, but it will be removed once the area is restored. In the coming months, we will be adding a plan�ng scheme and installing two benches to further enhance the space.
We hope you enjoy this fantas�c new addi�on to the park.
Your LAST chance to nominate!
FRED ROWLEY AWARD AND VOLUNTEER/YOUNG VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARDS
The Parish Council is proud of the many community organisa�ons and ac�vi�es in the parish and the community spirit of residents. The Fred Rowley award and volunteer/young volunteer of the year awards recognise the achievements of those people who voluntarily and selflessly work to improve and enhance the lives of local people. In recognising the huge benefit of this kind of work, it is hoped that others will be inspired to contribute to make the parish of Angmering an even be�er place to live. So please send in your nomina�ons.
ELIGIBILTY
Your nominee must live within the village of Angmering. There is no age restric�on for a nominee. You may not nominate yourself for this award.
HOW TO NOMINATE AND MORE INFORMATION
The form can be completed online using the following link h�ps://forms.office.com/e/nQLFuihT8W
Scan the QR code to take you straight to the form.
Got a question for us? Then just ask! Got a comment for us? Then please tell us!
There are various ways you can contact us: give us a call, check out our website or leave us a comment on Facebook.
Our address: The Corner House, The Square, Angmering, West Sussex BN16 4EA
April Parish Council Mee�ngs
Rhubarb Crumble Cake
Ingredients
Crumble top
260g plain flour
Use in‐season Rhubarb to make this New York‐style crumble cake the paper overhangs the sides of the pan. Si together the flours, salt, baking powder and ground ginger, adding the bran from the wholewheat flour.
1 tsp baking powder
300g so light brown sugar
1 tsp grd cinnamon
1/2 tsp grd nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
170g unsalted bu er
Cake
260g plain flour
70g wholewheat flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsps grd ginger
1/2 tsp salt
300g light so brown sugar
170g unsalted bu er, so ened.
2 tsps vanilla paste
4 eggs at room temperature
225ml bu ermilk or natural yoghurt
400g rhubarb, cut into 1.5‐2cm chunks
Method
Crumble Topping
Melt the bu er in a saucepan. In a bowl si together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder and salt. S r through the sugar then add the melted bu er and mix together with a spoon un l it clumps together and becomes crumbly. Set aside.
Cake
Preheat the oven to 180C / 160 fan Gas mark 4. Line a13x9‐inch pan with greaseproof paper so
Place the brown sugar, so ened bu er, and vanilla in the bowl of a stand mixer and beat on medium speed un l fluffy and pale.
Add the eggs, one at a me, bea ng a er each addi on un l well combined.
Fold in one third of the flour mixture gently. Add half of the bu ermilk and mix un l just combined. Add the next third of the flour mixture and fold in. Add the remaining bu ermilk, mix it in then add the remaining third of the flour and fold un l just combined. Finally mix everything together gently for another 30 seconds to make a smooth ba er. Place the ba er in the pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half the rhubarb over the top of the ba er, then spread two thirds of the crumb mixture, then the remaining rhubarb followed by the rest of the crumb mixture.
Place the pan so that the top is level with the centre of the oven and bake for 40‐45 minutes. You don’t need a thermometer to check if it’s done but it does make things easier. The temperature of the cake in the centre should be about 95C when it’s cooked. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Use the excess greaseproof paper to remove the cake from the pan.
Allow the cake to cool completely. Sprinkle with icing sugar, cut into squares, and serve with thick yogurt or creme fraiche.
Growing your own Herb Garden
by Rachel Leverton
Growing a herb garden is a rewarding and prac cal way to add fresh flavours to your cooking while enhancing an outdoor or indoor space with greenery and fragrance. It’s easy to create a beau ful and produc ve herb garden in almost any space, indoors or outdoors.
Herbs are pre y forgiving and can be grown in a variety of pots, planters, and raised beds, depending on your available space and aesthe c preferences.
Clay or terraco a pots provide excellent drainage and a rus c‐look but dry out quickly, so frequent watering is required.
Wooden planters are a good op on for a natural aesthe c, but they need to be constructed from untreated or food‐safe wood to avoid chemical leaching.
Window boxes are perfect for growing kitchen herbs close to where you cook, ensuring easy access to fresh ingredients.
Hanging baskets are ideal for small spaces, they also allow trailing herbs like thyme and oregano to cascade beau fully.
Recycled containers such as n cans, mason jars, grocers’ wooden crates and old sinks all make excellent and free containers to create a quirky, unique herb garden.
Whatever container you choose, ensure it has drainage holes to prevent root rot.
For a func onal and a rac ve herb garden, select a combina on of herbs that thrive well together and are useful in the kitchen. Think about the herbs you use a lot but also consider unusual varia ons on your favourites such as lemon mint, lemon thyme and purple sage.
Ideas for Group Plan ngs
Mediterranean herbs: Rosemary, thyme, sage and oregano — these herbs prefer drier soil and full sun, making them perfect companions in the same container.
So ‐leaved herbs: Basil, parsley, and coriander — these require more moisture and par al sun, making them a great trio in a different planter.
Aroma cs: Mint, lemon balm, and chives — these are fast‐growing and versa le. Mint in par cular should be planted separately to prevent it from smothering all the other plants.
Tea garden herbs: Chamomile, lavender, and lemon verbena — these are great for herbal tea ‐lovers like me and grow well together.
Once planted, most herbs thrive on a bare minimum of a en on. Mediterranean herbs thrive best in full sun and require less water. Others are happy in par al sun and their soil should be moist but not soggy.
If you use the herbs regularly in cooking, the constant trimming naturally encourages bushier growth and prevent them from flowering too early. If you have a bit of a glut, I recommend freezing sprigs or bunches of leaves in water, packed in ice cube trays. You can throw a few cubes into a casserole or soup or teapot whenever you like. Happy gardening!
The 2025 Angmering Village Flower and Produce Show
The 2024 show was a great community event, so please make an entry in your diary to ensure you don’t miss out on the fun and pleasure to be found at this year’s event, which will be at the Angmering Community Centre on Sunday 6th July.
We are pleased to announce there will be a new semi‐coopera ve fun class, which is specifically for families, schools, scou ng groups, girl‐guiding groups, village organisations, or any group of friends who wish to par cipate. Who can create the best scarecrow? Free‐standing or si ng in a wheelbarrow! Full details can be found on our website www.angmeringflowershow.wordpress.com.
This is not just a Flower Show. We have made some changes this year, so to find out what is on offer, please visit our website, where you will see the variety of classes for home‐grown flowers, vegetables and fruit as well as flower arranging, cookery, cra , arts (photography, pain ng or drawing) and special classes for children as well as the entry forms.
The Angmering in Bloom Special Award will be repeated this year, so do not throw out those old boots, plant them up and enter one at class 80: a planted up, decorated old welly boot or old boot.
This show is open to any amateur, so why not have a go at entering something this year? You do not have to be a grower or an arranger, maybe you are a cra er, creator, ar st or a baker — there will be something for you. You
have nothing to lose and everything to gain and if you are in it just for fun, then check out classes 75 to 79!
Fi y pence per entry is a small price to pay and par cipa on is rewarding in itself. It is free to view the displays and soak up the atmosphere from 2pm. Stalls, raffle and refreshments will be available.
The printed schedules with the 2025 entry form will be available in April from outlets in the village.
The event is run by the Angmering Flower Show Support Group so if you have a li le spare me and would like to help with the show, either before or on the day, then please contact us.
SAVE THE DATE – Sunday 6th July, come and enjoy this village event.
For enquiries, call Jenny Blake on 01903 785852 or email angmeringflowershow@gmail.com
Visit an NGS Garden this Spring
Enjoy a gentle stroll around beau ful Na onal Garden Scheme (NGS) gardens filled with spring colours, enjoy homemade teas, and support thousands of people who live with health condi ons such as cancer or Parkinson’s this April.
Last year was another landmark year for the Na onal Garden Scheme, with the charity dona ng a record £3,501,227 from the 2024 garden opening season. The impact of these dona ons to our major nursing and health beneficiaries means that thousands of people who live with health condi ons such as cancer or Parkinson’s, who have poor mental health, or who struggle financially as unpaid carers, have been supported by our funding of the nurses, health professionals and case workers who support them. Our funding has also provided support to those in the gardens and health sector along with community gardens and supported gardeners through traineeships. Eight beau ful West Sussex NGS gardens will be opening their gates for charity this April.
Peelers Retreat, Arundel
Saturday 5th, Tuesday 15th, Saturday 19th, Tuesday 29th April, 2‐5pm
This inspira onal space is a delight with permanent gazebos and comfortable sea ng to sit and relax, enjoying delicious teas.
The Old Vicarage, Washington
Every Thursday in April and Monday 21st April, 10am‐4pm. Pre‐booking essen al. Gardens of 3½ acres. The front is formally laid out with topiary, wide lawn, mixed border and contemporary water sculpture. The rear features new and mature trees from 19th century, herbaceous borders, a water garden and uninterrupted views of the North Downs.
Rymans, Apuldram
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th April, 2‐5pm
Walled and other gardens surrounding C15 stone house (not open). Featuring bulbs, flowering shrubs, roses, ponds, potager, and many unusual and rare trees and shrubs. In late spring the wisterias are spectacular.
Sandhill Farm House, Rogate
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th April 1‐4pm
Front and rear gardens broken up into garden rooms inc small kitchen garden. Front garden with small woodland area, planted with early spring flowering shrubs, ferns and bulbs. White and green garden, large leaf border and terraced area. Rear garden has rose borders, small decora ve vegetable garden, red border and grasses border.
New mber Place, New mber Sunday 13th April, 2‐5.30pm Gardens and woods full of bulbs and wild flowers in spring. Herbaceous border and lawns. Moat flanked by water plants. Mature trees, wild garden, ducks, and fish.
Judy’s Co age Garden, Worthing
Friday 18th April, 10.30am‐3.30pm
A beau ful medium sized co age garden with something of interest all year‐round. The garden has several mature trees crea ng a feeling of seclusion. The informal beds contain a mixture of shrubs, perennials, co age garden plants and spring bulbs.
Fi leworth House, Fi leworth
Wednesday 23rd and 30th April, 2‐5pm
Three‐acre tranquil, roman c, country garden with walled kitchen garden growing a wide range of fruit, vegetables and flowers, including a large collec on of dahlias. Large glasshouse and old po ng shed, mixed flower borders, roses, rhododendrons and lawns.
Manor of Dean, Tillington Sunday 27th April, 2‐5pm
Approx three acres of tradi onal English garden with extensive views of the South Downs. Herbaceous borders, early spring bulbs, bluebell woodland walk, walled kitchen garden with fruit, vegetables and cu ng flowers. NB under long term programme of restora on, some parts of the garden may be affected.
To find out more about the gardens, learn more about the Na onal Garden Scheme or find out how to open your own garden, visit ngs.org.uk
VE Day street party Thursday 8th May 2025 11am - 3pm Join us to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food and wartime favourites performed by John Beever, as we celebrate the spirit of the 1940s. There will be ballroom dancing demonstrations, games and a raffle.
Trusted to care.
Angmering land
under threat of more new houses
You might not know it, but right here in the centre of our village we are lucky enough to be able to access footpaths running through the beau ful countryside abu ng the western edge of Angmering village. The entrances to these footpaths can be found in Arundel Road, Bewley Road, Palmer Road Recrea on Ground, Rectory Lane and The Thatchway. Take in stunning sunsets and the myriad of birdlife including herons, sparrowhawks, swans, skylarks and fieldfares, as well as many migra ng birds that visit throughout the year. There are deer, foxes, badgers, bats and voles, along with many other creatures who call this ancient farmland home.
Beneath this land is a Roman Villa, excavated twice and now covered again for protec on. To walk here is to walk in the very footsteps of the Romans. Providing vital drainage to these fields and surrounding area are the ancient Black Ditch and Decoy Ponds.
However, this treasured area is under threat. Bewley Road, a small turning off the already busy Arundel Road, is the proposed access road for 190 houses. The development would remove almost 40 acres of prime farmland; farmland that currently produces vital crops including wheat, rapeseed and maize. Forty acres and 190 houses may not seem that much, in comparison to the many hundreds of houses already under construc on and recently built in Angmering, but if approved, this development would likely be just the first phase of the erosion of countryside between Angmering and Poling. As well as the permanent loss of produc ve agricultural land, there would be increased traffic, higher demand on school places and even more difficulty accessing medical care for residents. Help us prevent the loss of this precious green lung, which provides us all with Mother Nature’s unique mind‐and‐body‐healing proper es. Let’s tell Arun District Council that Angmering has had enough.
Visit www.savelandwesto ewleyroad.co.uk, or contact us at pfwbr.angmering@gmail.com for help on how to object.
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Rags transformed into stunning clothing as Link to Hope collaborates
with Northbrook College
Link to Hope is excited to announce a unique collabora on with Northbrook Fashion and Tex le, where talented students transformed 20 bags of rags des ned for landfill into stunning clothing items. The innova ve pieces, including waistcoats made from curtains and coats made from duvet covers, were on display at our Chapel Road store for two weeks in March.
This project highlights the importance of sustainability in the fashion industry and showcases the crea vity and skills of the students involved. Customers are invited to visit the store, explore these extraordinary crea ons, and support a sustainable future.
Lisa Hector, general manager at Link to Hope, said, “Link to Hope is delighted to celebrate its third year of collabora on with Northbrook Fashion and Tex le students Year 3.
“It is always exci ng to take 20 bags of clothing and items des ned for landfill to the students in September and then unveil the stunning and unique crea ons they have made from them in February. What a showcase to highlight sustainability and that with imagina on, anything can be given a new lease of life.”
Carolyn Harrison, course leader at Northbrook College, was delighted with the outcome. “The collabora on between Link to Hope and the students has been challenging, innova ve
and rewarding with the focus on sustainability. Our students tackled the brief in a very professional manner, showing great crea vity, awareness and ambi on to push themselves into crea ng magnificent pieces of work, culmina ng in staging a window display at the Link to Hope shop in Chapel Road showcasing their crea ons. I’m extremely impressed by the student’s response to this project and what they have managed to achieve.”
Help with Poppy Appeal
by Karen Toney, East Preston and Surround Poppy Appeal Coordinator
Hello to all you good people of East Preston, Angmering, Rus ngton, Li lehampton and beyond. This year, VE day (Victory in Europe day) is celebrated on 8th May to mark the end of World War II in Europe.
This will be celebrated around the country in many ways. Keep an eye out. We will be represented at the Armed Forces Day on Saturday 28th June on Beach Green, Li lehampton. There will be loads going on, with lots of bands, bangs and more.
I am the poppy appeal organiser for East Preston and Surround. I am sure you will remember our amazing poppy cascade last year. We were blessed with many willing fingers to make the eleven thousand poppies, which were used in the cascade and all around the village. This display is s ll available if any organisa on wishes to use some or all of it for a display or fundraising event. The Royal Bri sh Legion Branch is a kind custodian of the cascade and can help with these enquiries.
I work in conjunc on with the Rus ngton and Felpham Poppy Appeal organisers. Between us we also cover the Li lehampton area, which is an enormous ground to cover.
Today I am appealing for your support in the form of your me. All areas are in need of helpers, but especially Li lehampton as we have lost our organiser and many of his followers, who re red a er many years of service. If you can spare an hour or more during our poppy appeal or during the year at other events, we would love to speak with you.
I know this is early but there is lots to do. Thank you all for your con nued support. Please contact me on 07970 524282 or email karentoney@b nternet.com
Join Us For a Walk
Motor Neurone Disease Associa on, West Sussex South Branch is 40 years old and will be celebra ng its anniversary throughout 2025.
In May 2025, we’re holding a 40‐mile walk over any seven days of your choice. Those who are unable to walk 40 miles can s ll par cipate by doing 40 of any ac vity. Please do join us!
We have opened a JustGiving page for friends and rela ves of par cipants to support them by dona ng to the MND Associa on. Go to www.justgiving.com/page/mndawss40walk
For more details, please see our website www.mndawestsussexsouth.co.uk or contact barbara.albon@mndassocia on.org
Motor Neurone Disease is an incurable, untreatable, worsening condi on. This cruel disease a acks the nerves controlling the body’s muscles, eventually taking away the ability to walk, talk, eat, and even breathe. It can leave people locked in a rapidly failing body. There is no effec ve treatment and there is NO CURE.
The branch provides more than £40k a year to support local people living with Motor Neurone Disease with equipment and services not provided by the NHS.
A er a person receives the devasta ng diagnosis that turns their life upside down, it’s the MND Associa on that most people turn to. We make sure people can access the best quality care and support possible, and that their voices are heard.
Our branch is run en rely by volunteers, most of whom have been touched in some way by MND and wish to give back for the help they received from the branch.
Mewsbrook junior parkrun ‐ we need you!
We host a free, fun and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors aged between 4‐14 every Sunday at Mewsbrook Park.
Whether it is running, jogging and/or walking, it really does not ma er how fast or slow you are as you will be greeted by a team of volunteers who are delighted to see you taking part. As parents/guardians, we know how hard it can be to mo vate children but the joy of a junior parkrun is that it is free! It promotes gentle exercise and helps toward posi ve mental health. Our med event encourages children to work towards milestones and they can even receive a free wristband, from a half marathon all the way to 250 junior parkruns! We have been running for over a year, and already, it’s proved to be a great success in the community. At Mewsbrook junior parkrun we love volunteering. It’s highly rewarding to be part of a team and be able to give something back to the community. We have a wide range of roles available and, like the juniors, you can also
work toward your own volunteering milestones.
What do you need to do to get involved? Simply register via our website www.parkrun.org.uk/ mewsbrook‐juniors/ and then pop along at 9am on a Sunday morning. Whether it’s taking part, marshalling, mekeeping or token sor ng, we would love to see you.
Julia Harris
Owner, Butler’s Pantry
Julia Harris is the heart and soul behind The Butler’s Pantry, a cosy micro‐bakery in Angmering that opened in June 2024. A long‐ me local and passionate ar san baker, she’s on a mission to bring top‐quality bread and cakes to the village. With a love for great ingredients, a touch of wit and an eye for detail, Julia is always up before dawn, shaping, proving, and baking. Whether you’re a er a crusty loaf or just a friendly chat, you’ll find both at her bakery along with the unmistakable scent of fresh bread wa ing through the air.
What do you like best about Angmering?
The people without a doubt. Since opening the bakery, I’ve been blown away by how kind and suppor ve everyone is. It’s wonderful having regulars who stop by, not just for fresh bread and pastries but for a friendly chat, too. I’ve loved mee ng people at the bread‐making courses run at the bakery and feel really proud of what they’ve achieved from them.
How long have you lived in/around Angmering? Over 20 years. I moved from Ferring, but West Sussex has always been home. It’s great to now have a business here, baking for the same community that’s been part of my life for so long.
If you could change anything about Angmering, what would it be? Be er parking and public loos! Both would make life easier for customers and families, with benefits to local businesses too.
What is your favourite local restaurant?
The Stone Room. It’s a brilliant spot for Italian food, and I’ll never say no to good pizza. It’s really local and convenient.
How would you spend a million pounds? I’d expand the bakery so I could produce many more types of bread, pastries, and cakes.
What did you want to be when you grew up?
I’m s ll working that out! I’ve only recently started the bakery a er working for the NHS for over 15 years. Who knows what’s around the corner. I have a catering background, so I always knew I’d gravitate back to food. There’s always something new to learn, and that’s what keeps things exci ng.
What makes you unhappy? Food waste. I can’t stand seeing good ingredients go to waste, so I do everything possible to make sure every loaf, cake, and pastry gets enjoyed. I try to reuse or recycle as much as possible.
What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought (not including property)?
Se ng up the bakery! Between the ovens, shop refit, and all the li le things that make it feel welcoming, it was a big investment.
What is your greatest extravagance?
Ordering flour by the ton and having it delivered by lorry on a pallet. It s ll feels indulgent, but great bread kneads great ingredients, and I only use the best flour.
What is your favourite journey? Going into the village early in the morning, when it’s peaceful and s ll, se ng up for the start of my day.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Italy, without a doubt. The bread, the pastries, the pizza I want to try it all. Luckily, I’m heading there this summer for the first me to soak up as much as I can.
What is your favourite gadget? My hands!
Every loaf, pastry, and cake is shaped, folded, and cra ed by hand. Without them, I’d be lost, but I could do with a spare pair!
What is your favourite smell?
Freshly baked bread, of course. There’s nothing be er than that warm, comfor ng scent filling the bakery each morning.
What is the best job you have ever done?
This one! I really love working for myself, owning my own business, being part of the community, and being my own boss. This is the first me I’ve worked for myself, so it was a big change at first, but I’m slowly ge ng used to it.
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Council delivers budget for new financial year
At a special mee ng of the council last evening, Arun District Councillors voted for the proposed budget to take the council through the next financial year, 2025‐2026.This has proven to be another challenging budget to produce, given the con nuing demands on local authori es and thanks were given to the Sec on 151 officer and his team for their hard work.
Throughout the development of this budget, councillors had the opportunity to scru nise, ask ques ons and present counter‐proposals, and members engaged in a lively debate, providing challenge and scru ny.
The budget was approved by 29 votes to 17, with one absten on. The Leader of the Council, Cllr Mar n Lury, delivered the budget speech and highlighted several areas to address.
“This budget has provided significant challenges reflec ng the impacts on the finances of local government, and we at Arun District Council are not immune to that. We have worked relessly to maintain a steady budget and ensure once again that it does not include non‐essen al growth, cuts to services or redundancies.
“The result of this is that we have reduced the council’s budget deficit from £5.2 million to £1.88 million in just two years. The council will con nue to face further financial issues beyond 2025/26, such as the government’s Fair Funding Review, but the con nuing delivery of our Financial Strategy means that we are well placed to address those challenges.”
Cllr Lury also shared: “We have implemented a policy of charging a Council Tax premium on second homes, a move which will increase income by £350,000, as well as freeing up homes that o en stand empty.
“Turning to the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), we have had to make the difficult decision of rent and service charge increases of 2.7%, but members need to be aware that government‐imposed rent freezes between 2016 and 2020 had a major impact on our income base and our HRA balance remains below our £2 million target level.
“The service charges de‐pooling policy should generate significant income next year and a
hardship fund will be set up to alleviate the pressure on those who are impacted the most.
“In terms of our capital programme, this has been developed in a cau ous fashion, with new schemes added mainly where we have taken advantage of government grants to fund the acquisition of new housing properties, managing to purchase proper es at 50 to 60 per cent of their market value.
“Furthermore, the refurbishment of The Alexandra Theatre in Bognor Regis and the enhancement of Li lehampton Seafront are projects currently underway that will boost our tourist industry. We are aiming to restore confidence to our towns and in fact confidence in investors has clearly grown given the inward investment we have seen in the form of new hotels in Bognor Regis and Li lehampton, investors who clearly see the poten al in our sunny coastal resorts.”
The council con nues to work with stakeholders and partner organisa ons to provide quality leisure facili es across the district, as well as improving and enhancing local play areas and public toilet facili es. Our commitment to the environment remains a priority.
The budget also sets the Council Tax for Arun district residents. The Arun District Council propor on of annual Council Tax on an average Band D property is £214.62 per annum, which works out at an extra £6.23 per annum, or just under 12p per week. It is important to note that our share is just a small part of the Council Tax collected by Arun District Council on behalf of West Sussex County Council, Sussex Police and town and parish councils.
What to Wear in Spring
by Sarah Davey
In contrast to everything grim happening in the world right now, the Spring 2025 fashion season is full of a refreshing blend of op mism, crea vity, and personal expression.
Standout Prints and Pa erns
Stripes: The nau cal look is going to be strong. Stripes have emerged as the breakout trend. Designers like Louis Vui on, Dior, and Prada showcased stripes in unexpected ways from oversized monochrome linear designs to clashing colours. Try experimen ng with different stripe direc ons. Ver cal stripes can be par cularly fla ering on wide‐leg trousers.
Gingham: Gingham is so fresh and easy to wear in warmer weather and it suits everyone, young and old.
Plaid: Plaids are usually associated with autumn and winter but in the new spring pastel shades, they look as fresh and pre y as gingham. Pair them with solid colours, or be daring and layer plaid on plaid.
Colours
Pantone’s colour of the year is Mocha Mousse, an elegant light brown. This fits perfectly with the so , neutral spring pale es. Designers also showcased ice blue, pale pink, bu er yellow
and pale apple green, but also deeper hues of the same colour families, electric blue, hibiscus red chocolate and lime.
Silhoue es and Styling
Business chic is back with a feminine twist. There is tailoring, blazers, high‐waisted trousers, skirts, striped shirts, white shirts, and pre y es. You can go ‘full businesswoman’ or take individual elements, such as a blazer to elevate a casual ou it like jeans and T‐shirt.
Designers favoured feminine draping, ruffle details, and so chiffon layers.
There was also a lot of mixing prints and textures on the catwalk with layering of unexpected combina ons.
Overall, designers have taken a playful approach to spring styling, invi ng us all to experiment, express ourselves boldly, and celebrate our personal style through colours, dynamic prints, and tailored silhoue es.
Handbags are finally prac cal again. Go for totes, doctor‐style bags or bowling bags. Suede was the most popular material, though this might be slightly less prac cal!
Finally, shoes which can make or break any ou it are loafers, ballet flats, trainers and slingbacks, so we can all stride comfortably in Spring 2025.
But what about the guys?
Preppy styles are making a strong comeback, featuring cardigans and polo shirts, slim‐fit suits in so neutrals, with elegant, refined detailing.
Prints for men are also big this spring, with stripes, plaids, and even bold florals.
If I can persuade my husband to dress a li le more playfully I’ll count Spring 2025 as a win! I’m not sure I’d want him to go for the see‐through shirts and mini leather shorts featured by some designers though, so I’d be er be careful what I wish for.
Britain’s Love Affair with Tea
Na onal Tea Day, 21st April
Tea has long been deeply woven into Bri sh culture, shaping everything from daily rou nes to na onal iden ty. The Bri sh are among the world’s biggest tea drinkers, consuming around 100 million cups per day.
Tea first arrived in Britain in the mid‐17th century when it was introduced by Portuguese and Dutch traders. However, it was Catherine of Braganza, the Portuguese wife of King Charles II, who made tea fashionable at court in the 1660s. Soon, it became a must‐have for the aristocracy.
By the 18th century, the Bri sh East India Company had taken control of the tea trade, impor ng vast amounts of tea from China and later from Bri sh planta ons in India and Sri Lanka. Tea became more accessible to the middle and working classes, par cularly a er the government slashed the high tea tax in the 1780s. It was during this me that a ernoon tea, a tradi on popularized by the Duchess of Bedford in the 1840s, became a social ritual.
By the Victorian era, tea was firmly established as Britain’s favourite drink, enjoyed at breakfast, during breaks at work, and in the evenings. The industrial revolu on and the rise of tea breaks for factory workers further cemented its status.
But over the past decade the rise of coffee shops and the accessibility of domes c coffee machines has meant we’ve gradually been consuming less tea and in 2023 for the first me coffee overtook tea as the Na on’s preferred drink. But tea is figh ng back. Na onal Tea Day was founded in 2016 as a way to celebrate Britain’s deep love for tea. The event promotes tea culture through tas ngs, masterclasses, and tea par es, and encourages people to explore different varie es beyond their usual brew.
Since the 1960s the quality of tea has o en taken a backseat. The dominance of mass‐produced teabags led to a decline in tradi onal, high‐quality loose‐leaf tea. However, in recent
years, a growing movement of ar san tea makers is reclaiming tea as a cra , offering small‐batch, hand‐blended, and ethically sourced teas.
These independent tea companies focus on flavour, freshness, and sustainability, o en working directly with tea farmers to ensure fair trade and high‐quality leaves. Bri sh tea lovers are increasingly exploring single‐origin teas, organic blends, and rare varie es, moving away from generic supermarket teabags.
Tea enthusiasts extoll the virtues of loose‐leaf tea ci ng be er flavour and aroma. Loose tea consists of whole or large tea leaves, which release more complex flavours whereas teabags o en contain crushed leaves or ‘tea dust,’ resul ng in a fla er taste.
Britain’s tea culture has come full circle, from aristocra c luxury to everyday staple and now to ar san revival. As Na onal Tea Day encourages people to explore the world of tea beyond basic supermarket blends, more Brits are turning to loose‐leaf tea and cra tea makers. This shi honours tea’s rich history while embracing a future of higher‐quality, more sustainable, and more flavourful brews.
Townsend‐Warner History Prize Success at
Lancing Prep Worthing
Lancing Prep Worthing is thrilled to announce that Year 8 pupil Rex R from Worthing has achieved first place in the Paper 1 sec on of the pres gious Townsend‐Warner History Prize.
This na onal challenge, which has been running for 139 years, is one of the oldest and most esteemed prep school compe ons. Previous winners include George Orwell and Kwasi Kwarteng.
Paper 1 challenges students with 100 demanding ques ons about historical events. Rex came first out of more than 1,000 compe tors and Lancing Prep Worthing is extremely proud of his achievement.
The school has par cipated in this compe on for the last five years, sending a dedicated team of historians to showcase their skills. Rex and his fellow pupils are now fully immersed in preparing for Paper 2, eager to con nue their success and tackle the next stage of this remarkable academic challenge.
Head, Mrs Francesca Milling, says, “We are absolutely delighted by Rex’s outstanding achievement. To place first following Paper 1 of such a pres gious and highly compe ve compe on is a testament to his dedica on, curiosity, and passion for history.
“At Lancing Prep Worthing, we take great pride in fostering a love of learning, and Rex’s success exemplifies the talent and determina on of our pupils. We look forward to suppor ng him and the rest of our history team as they con nue to excel in this challenge.”
The Grand Na onal
5pm,
Saturday 5th April
The Grand Na onal is one of the world’s most famous and challenging horse races, cap va ng audiences across the globe. It’s held annually at the Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool. It is a Na onal Hunt steeplechase, meaning it is a long‐distance race that includes large fences, water jumps and ditches. It is run over four miles and 2½ furlongs (about 6.9 km), making it the longest horse race in Britain. A maximum of 40 horses compete, facing 30 fences over two circuits of the Aintree course.
The Grand Na onal is famous for its daun ng obstacles, such as Becher’s Brook, The Chair, and Canal Turn, which require excep onal jumping ability and courage from both horse and rider. These fences are larger and more demanding than in most horse races, adding to the drama and unpredictability of the event.
The Grand Na onal is a handicap race, meaning horses carry different weights based on their ability, which somewhat equalises the race and allows for surprise winners.
The first Grand Na onal was held in 1839. The inaugural winner was a horse named Lo ery, se ng the tone for the race’s reputa on as an event full of excitement and unexpected outcomes.
The race was founded by William Lynn, a landlord and businessman who saw the poten al for a pres gious steeplechase in Liverpool. Over the years, the Grand Na onal grew in stature, drawing larger crowds and interna onal a en on.
The race was suspended during both world wars, and in 1993, it was famously declared void due to a false start that went unno ced by many jockeys. These moments, along with thrilling finishes and underdog victories, have contributed to its enduring legend.
The Grand Na onal stands out for its unpredictability. Unlike flat racing, where favourites o en win, the race has produced numerous shock victories, including Foinavon’s win in 1967 a er a mass pile‐up and Mon Mome’s 100‐1 victory in 2009.
The race is also celebrated for its famous horses and jockeys. Red Rum, the most legendary Grand Na onal horse, won three mes in 1973, 1974, and 1977, securing his place in racing history. His comeback story, trained by Ginger McCain, cemented the Grand Na onal’s reputa on as a race of resilience and determina on.
The Grand Na onal a racts millions of viewers. It has become a Bri sh tradi on, with people from all walks of life tuning in, and for many of them, it’s their only flu er of the year.
So, whether you’re a racing fan or a casual viewer, the Grand Na onal is a race that never fails to deliver excitement. Who will you back this year?
Major Revamp at Clubhouse
by Ellio Crook, East Preston Football Club
East Preston Football Club, formed in 1966, is going from strength to strength, with the aim to provide football coaching and matches for adults and children in the local community and nearby villages.
The club currently has five teams in the adult sec on and a women’s team that is having a successful season. There are 20 teams in the youth sec on, offering football opportuni es to over 230 boys and girls from 4 to 18 years old. Next season, we will also be star ng a youth girls’ team. Our Mini’s sec on, which is for our youngest children, is very popular each week, and we would be pleased to welcome new members next season.
For the last two seasons, East Preston FC has been awarded 2‐star FA Accredita on. To achieve this, the club must offer all players, whether male/female and/or disability players, of all ages the opportunity to fully access the best of football in well‐run, high‐quality, safe and sustainable clubs, and fit‐for‐purpose league compe ons. The infrastructure is sound, robust, efficient and effec ve.
We are very grateful for the many local businesses that support the club by sponsoring kit for the teams and this helps to keep the yearly registra on fees to a minimum.
All coaches and managers have completed FA courses in First Aid, Football Coaching and Safeguarding and have completed DBS checks with the FA. If anyone is looking to start football at East Preston, please email Ross at ross.eastprestonfc@gmail.com
The Clubhouse (East Preston Social Club) has recently undergone a major revamp, with new furniture and décor being installed. The Clubhouse is available for bookings, par es and other social events. We have a licenced bar, kitchen, pool table, darts boards and a 72‐inch TV, all available for events.
For more informa on about playing for or suppor ng the club (Adult or Youth Sec on) or for making a booking at the Clubhouse, please visit our website www.eastprestonfc.co.uk
Electric waste collec on trucks
set to be rolled out in Worthing
aim to have at least sixteen electric refuse collec on trucks in the fleet.
Adur and Worthing Councils are transi oning to more environmentally friendly waste collec on vehicles to meet their 2030 carbon‐neutral targets. The councils fleet of vehicles deliver essen al frontline services, including waste and recycling collections, cleansing, and parks and building services. The fleet is responsible for over 45 per cent of the councils’ carbon emissions and includes diesel HGVs. Twenty‐one of the current refuse collec on vehicles were purchased in 2017 and are due for replacement from 2026.
At a mee ng of the Joint Strategic Commi ee, councillors agreed to proposals to gradually replace the diesel waste refuse vehicles with electric alterna ves with the first one due to be purchased in the coming financial year. The move away from bulk replacement will enable the councils to take advantage of evolving technologies and costs coming down. It will also give the councils’ waste team the chance to properly test the technology and provide me to make changes to depot and vehicle workshop infrastructure needed to accommodate the new technology.
Electric waste vehicles will be added to the fleet every subsequent year, subject to evalua on of the early tes ng. Some of the exis ng diesel HGVs will be refurbished to extend their useful life by up to five years or replaced with a small number of second‐hand trucks.
The remaining diesel vehicles will be switched to HVO fuel (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil fuel), a greener alterna ve to diesel that will contribute to the councils’ carbon‐neutral targets in the short‐term. By 2030, the councils
Smaller vehicles in the councils’ fleet have already started to be replaced with electric models the cleansing service operates nine electric vans, with four new ones having come into service in the last two months.
Domes c food waste collec ons will begin in Adur and Worthing by spring 2026, and funding from central government will pay for ten new 7.5‐tonne vehicles, including two electric vehicles, and charging points at the councils’ Commerce Way depot.
Cllr Andrew Harvey, Adur’s cabinet member for the environment and leisure, said: “Replacing the waste fleet with electric vehicles will reduce one of our biggest causes of carbon emissions. This vital project sits alongside our work with partners on the Adur River Restora on Project and the Sussex Bay programme to regenerate our environment. We are commi ed to transforming the way we work to ensure that Adur is fairer and greener for everyone.”
