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Seasons greeting and welcome to our 2024 December edition!
The month of December has arrived and Christmas preparations and celebrations are in full swing. Don’t forget to shop local for your Christmas gifts and feasts if possible.
There are many Christmas fairs and events in the local areas, including two Christmas Tree Festivals, one in St Andrew’s Church in Ferring from 7th – 8th December and the other in St Mary’s Church in East Preston from 13th – 15th December. The big dip for the RNLI is on the 8th December in Littlehampton, Burning the Clocks Festival in Brighton is on the 21st December, celebrating the winter solstice, and there are numerous carol concerts to get us in the festive mood. Check our What’s On pages or visit our website for more details.
December is a busy time of celebration and feasting for most of us, so I’d like to wish all our readers a very Merry Christmas! Enjoy the festive season!
Helen and the All about Magazines team
Curry House is Hot Stuff!
Owner delighted to scoop top na onal award!
Restaurant owner Abubakr Siddiq and his team have expressed delight at picking up a pres gious na onal award for their work at Reema Bengali restaurant, Sea Road, East Preston.
The eatery was announced as one of the winners in the Best Restaurant Category at this year’s pres gious Curry Life Awards staged by Britain’s renowned curry magazine, Curry Life, and unveiled at a gli ering event on 13th October at the London Marrio Hotel Grosvenor Square in Mayfair.
Speaking a er the ceremony, Abubakr Siddiq said: “A Curry Life Award will help to raise the restaurant’s profile, and we’re thrilled that customers were keen to vote for Reema. Our customers really enjoy spicy food and they’re happy to try our sugges ons around spicing. We’ve built up a loyal following and they keep coming back and trying new dishes.”
Curry Life Media Group Editor Syed Belal Ahmed, said: “A major aim of the awards has always been to highlight best prac ce going on across the country – so that everyone has the opportunity to learn from the best something that has always been a driving principle behind Curry Life itself.
“Over the years, we have seen major improvements in standards and quality being offered to customers, to the point where several restaurants are now in a posi on to challenge for accolades such as Michelin stars.”
The awards event is an annual celebra on of Bri sh curry houses, which have an annual turnover of over £4 billion.
Keynote speakers at the awards included Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Stree ng MP, who said: “Congratula ons to everyone for their success at these awards. The hospitality industry has an enormous
contribu on to make to our country. But there’s something more fundamental about what the hospitality industry does, and what curry houses across the country do, which is about bringing people together, making connec ons and crea ng communi es. It’s about making sure our high streets are thriving, and where people want to spend me and money and enjoy family and friendship. In the budget and beyond we will be doing everything that we can not just to support our large businesses, but to support our SMEs too.”
Abubakr Siddiq took over Reema Bengali, a restaurant that has been part of East Preston’s scene since 1991, three years ago. A former taxi driver, he was keen to manage a restaurant because of his passion for food and his desire to start a family business.
Abubakr’s brother works alongside him as chef while his son and daughter help manage front of house. When he took over the running of Reema, Abubakr reinvented and modernised many of the restaurant's exis ng dishes, blending spices to create new and different flavours. The restaurant can also adapt spices to suit customers’ tastes, making dishes more spicy or mild depending on customer requests.
We Shall Remember Them
Back in the March edi on of this magazine, the Yarnbombers wrote a piece called “East Preston reaches for the sky”. Well done East Preston, our target was met and we actually made it onto na onal television!
The poppy cascade at St Mary the Virgin’s church and the poppy trail around the village have captured the a en on of people in the village and beyond.
The cascade was both impressive and beau ful and it felt like a fi ng tribute to the debt we all owe to our veterans. Both local and na onal news, including ITV, covered it, shining a light on the wonderful community spirit that exists in East Preston.
Many, many individuals, groups and businesses in the village have been involved in the project. The Yarnbombers are so grateful as we couldn’t have done it without you all. The Yarnbombers do like to introduce an element of surprise to our displays but even those who worked closely with us were a li le taken aback by the scale of the finished trail around the village.
From the church, 500 poppies on s cks linked the seven war graves in the cemetery. This poppy path was visited by hundreds of people. Beau ful handmade poppy wreaths marked the loca on of the graves, including The Hon. Michael John Rance De Courcy and Malcolm Henry Cathcart Young, who died in the same bombing raid on the Royal Naval Air Sta on Ford, and are buried in the same grave.
Having read about the war graves and paid respects to them all, visitors could leave the church and head off in any direc on to follow the poppy trail, passing any one of three parish council
bus shelters adorned with poppies. The Library, the post boxes, the village clock and lots of the benches all contributed to the 18 stops along the trail. The highlight, however, was the Field of Remembrance opposite the Bri sh Legion. Here, 700 poppies created a poignant and beau ful carpet over the grass. It was a spectacular sight.
To sign off on this very special East Preston Remembrance event, we leave you with some words spoken by Nick Ward, Chair of the East Preston Branch of the Bri sh Legion. At the event to launch the Poppy Appeal, Nick read the famous poem, In Flanders Fields.
Nick added the following words at the end: “Yarnbombers, you did catch the torch and hold it high and with your efforts, they will sleep well tonight”. It wasn’t just the Yarnbombers though. Thank you, East Preston.
Gather and Dine this Fes ve Season
at The Seaview
December celebra ons in the new Garden Room, Christmas menu launch and NYE live music. Bringing the outside in with though ully designed decor, the shiny new Garden Room at The Seaview, East Preston, has arrived to add extra joy and style to your fes ve par es this month.
Teamed with a delicious and equally decadent Christmas menu, The Seaview’s Head Chef, Kwasi Duah, has curated an unmissable array of seasonal treats. The special fes ve menu is available to enjoy from 2nd December, with highlights including Seared Scallops, Turkey Ballo ne, Duck Breast, Winter Vegetable Pie, Passion Fruit and Star Anise Panna Co a, plus much more. There’s also a showstopping eight‐course New Year’s Eve menu. Take a look at their website for details.
No ma er the winter weather, book a breakfast spot with garden views or cosy up by the fire for a December feast a er a brisk beach stroll. The botanical‐inspired dining space is also perfect to host larger private par es and special occasions all year long.
The New Year’s Eve celebra ons con nue as Soul Traders return to The Seaview at 9.30pm to see in the fresh year alongside great company. Call to book ahead and purchase ckets (£25 per person) for this live music event.
The Seaview is open 12‐2pm on Christmas Day for drinks and un l 6pm on Boxing Day, with lunch finishing at 3pm.
Visit h ps://the‐seaview.co.uk to view our fes ve menu and make your bookings. Find us on socials @TheSeaviewEP.
Poppies give way to pines
at church’s Christmas Tree Fes val!
If you’re feeling a li le deflated now the sublime and hugely popular Poppy Cascade at East Preston’s St Mary’s church has gone, fear not because another spectacular is just around the corner at the same venue: the much‐loved bi‐annual Christmas Tree Fes val is about to add some fes ve glitz and glamour to the aisles.
Thanks to the extremely generous dona on of dozens of trees from David Baldwin at Quercus Nursery, local businesses and organisa ons are all set to decorate their own sponsored tree in a unique, some mes poignant, some mes humorous way.
The mid‐December fes val is an ideal way for all ages to soak up the Christmas spirit. As well as viewing the dazzling display of firs, there are lots of other a rac ons too, including cra stalls and a tombola, which boasts around 100 prizes a day for just £1 a cket. Plus, there’s the welcoming pop‐up café in the adjacent Spire Room, offering delicious cakes, soup and light lunches, as well as steaming cups of tea and coffee.
You might like to be there for the Grand Draw at 6pm on Sunday 15th December. If you don’t yet have your raffle ckets, they are £1 each or £5 a book and are available to buy at Seaview Stores, Lighthouse Café, Dizzy, Cooper Adams estate agents, Fox & Rae Skin & Beauty Clinic. They will also be on sale during the village Christmas Fes val along Sea Road on Saturday 23rd November and at St Mary’s throughout the Christmas Tree Fes val.
If you’re lucky, you might just win one of many wonderful prizes, including dona ons from The Seaview, Wiston Estate Winery and Brennan & Cha erton.
If you cannot get along to the Christmas Tree Fes val, but would like to make a dona on, please go to h p://bit.ly/3UCnRrx
Your dona on will help preserve this wonderful church, which has been at the heart of our community for centuries, hos ng weddings, christenings and special services like the one on Remembrance Sunday, as well as the hugely popular music nights and plays.
Finally, there will be a limited number of credit/ debit card readers, so if possible, please bring cash to pay at the event.
Among all the nsel and sparkling fairy lights you’ll find a very warm welcome at this very special winter wonderland.
This year’s Christmas Tree Fes val runs from the 13th to the 15th December at St Mary’s Church, Vicarage Lane, East Preston. Opening mes on the 13th and 14th are 10am‐6pm; and on the 15th 11.30am‐6pm, which will be followed immediately by Carols For All.
Li lehampton Golf Club
Li lehampton Golf Club was founded in 1889. It’s the only ‘True Links’ golf course in West Sussex and just one of 247 ‘True Links’ courses in the world and the closest to London.
The club is situated on the west side of Li lehampton, near the mouth of the River Arun, with West Beach sand dunes guarding the course from the sea. The area is a haven for wildlife, some say a ‘Twi ers Paradise’. We also have a Palmerstone Fort from the Victorian era 1850 behind the first green and close to the second tee and the Duke of Norfolk is the club President.
The course is an 18‐hole, par 70, a superb test for all levels of golfer. It never plays the same from one day to the next as the changing wind condi ons make each hole set up differently. That said, a consistent feature is the quality of the course, it’s all‐year‐round playability, regardless of weather, and stunning views of the sea and South Downs. The club always strives to improve its appeal and safeguard its future for genera ons to come.
Members and visitors will always enjoy a memorable golf experience. Whether you are looking for golf membership, a society golf venue or func on hire, Li lehampton Golf Club is a perfect loca on, with great facili es, along with superb views from the clubhouse across the course.
The club also has a relaxed, inclusive and friendly atmosphere, and dogs are allowed on the course.
If you would like to know more, please contact our manager. Call 01903 717170 op on 7 or email manager@li lehamptongolf.co.uk
St Mary’s Drama
St. Marys Drama in East Preston began in April 2019. Some members of the St Mary’s congrega on were trying to think of ways to raise much‐needed funds for the church and came up with the idea of staging a Passion play. This was such a success that it le the cast and audience wan ng more.
So, the following year, we chose the play “Sacred Spaces” and were in rehearsal when Covid forced us to abandon the performance.
By 2022 the cast was s ll enthusias c and wanted to con nue with fundraising drama, so the comedy “Melons at the Parsonage” was presented. This was followed in succeeding years by the comedies “Sandcastles” and “Breath of Spring”
In addi on to our annual plays in the church, we have also taken two of the plays to perform at the Arundel Fes val.
All the profit from the plays goes to help with the upkeep of St. Mary’s church.
If you feel the group is something you would like to be involved in, do come along and join us. You can be sure of a very warm welcome.
We will be star ng rehearsals in January, for our next play which will be performed in May 2025. If you would like further details, please call 01903 772574.
Rod Stewart praises RNLI Li lehampton
Legendary rock and pop singer, Sir Rod Stewart, has praised the ‘good work’ of the volunteer crew at the Royal Na onal Lifeboat Ins tu on’s (RNLI) lifeboat sta on in Li lehampton, West Sussex, following a £6,000 dona on from his fan club.
Members of the Rod Stewart Fan Club, including Sir Rod’s sister, Mary Cady, visited Li lehampton’s volunteer crew earlier this month to present their generous dona on and tour the lifeboat sta on.
Wishing the RNLI ‘all the best’, Sir Rod said: “What a wonderful dona on to such a great cause. Keep up the good work down at Li lehampton RNLI sta on.”
The fan club, which has local members, annually gives to charity and chose to donate to Li lehampton RNLI so that their volunteer crew can con nue their lifesaving work.
Nick White, Li lehampton RNLI’s Lifeboat Opera ons Manager, said: “It’s always a pleasure to welcome people to our boathouse, but as a Rod Stewart fan myself, this visit was par cularly special. Everyone at Li lehampton
L to R: RNLI's Cian Mathews, Mary Cady and Nick White RNLI is blown away by such a generous dona on, and I would like to thank every member of the fan club for their kindness.”
Ian Roberts, from the Rod Stewart Fan Club added: “Thanks to the generosity of the Rod Stewart Fan Club and the con nued support from our Patron, Mary Cady, we are delighted to be able to donate to the RNLI sta on at Li lehampton.”
From Despera on to Hope:
How Home‐Start Changed My Life
“U erly alone a er fleeing an abusive rela onship, in financial ruin, struggling as a new mum, passed from service to service, I was drowning and barely func oning. Then, I came across Home‐Start. They gave me vital prac cal support but also really helped me find myself again. Giving me strategies for anxiety, restoring my belief I could be a good mum and give my daughter the best possible start in life.
I’m so grateful for the hope Home‐Start gave us — a helping hand when you’ve fallen, the listening friend when you need it most. This Christmas, please consider suppor ng Home‐Start so they can con nue to change lives — just as they changed ours.” Erin, a local mum.
Home‐Start Arun, Worthing & Adur, have provided support to struggling parents for 24 years. It’s a community‐run service of local parents, grandparents and professionals using lived experience to create brighter futures for thousands of local children. Support is given in family homes, over the phone, in Family Groups or via their counselling service — free of charge.
Be a Secret Santa
Relying en rely on financial support from the local community, their Christmas appeal is as vital as ever. “Be a Secret Santa” Dona ons will ensure presents for all children, Christmas food, essen als like blankets/ clothes and volunteer support over the Christmas period, a par cularly difficult me of year for many supported families, financially and emo onally.
If you wish to donate, scan the QR code, BACS 13567729 SORT 202062 or visit www.home‐startawa.org.uk
If you need help, Home‐Start is here for you. Call 01903 953799.
Ge ng Into the ISA Spirit
Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner
Nsure Financial
Services
01903 821010
Well, the nights are star ng to draw in and Christmas is fast approaching, so what be er way to get into the fes ve spirit than to talk about ISAs? Okay, maybe it doesn’t make your Christmas list, but there are some great reasons to look at them in the new year if you haven’t done already.
From their introduc on back in April 1999, ISAs have been promoted as an easy way to save. They offer simplicity, ease of access and tax‐free growth.
The current format s ll offers an annual investment limit of £20,000 per person and your investment is calculated in line with the financial tax year. One of the biggest a rac ons to saving using an ISA is the tax exemp on on growth ‐ this means any interest you make over the year is free from HMRC interference.
With the changes to certain thresholds announced in the recent Autumn Budget, saving or maximising your allowance through an ISA could make even more sense. We’ve seen CGT (Capital Gains Tax) move from 10% to 18% and the higher rate from 20% to 24%.
Although there’s been no immediate change on the taxes on dividends or savings, an ISA can s ll protect you from these taxes.
The na on’s total ISA balance currently stands at over £740 billion. In general, this is made up of about 60% shares and 40% cash. In the present climate, I really can’t think of any situa on where you wouldn’t want your savings or investments inside an ISA. With us all looking at ways of making our money work harder, this is poten ally an easy win for those with savings to switch over. The great news is that this process is pain free and simple, just as ISAs were designed to be.
Star ng School at East Preston Infant School
We have begun the second half of our first term at East Preston Infant School, but for a third of our children, it is their first ever me coming to school. While many of our Recep on children a ended nurseries, pre‐schools and playgroups, star ng school is a huge life change.
At East Preston Infant School, we work hard to support this transi on for our youngest learners so that they are able to se le into school life comfortably.
In September, our brand‐new Recep on children turn up on their first day wearing their uniforms (which they have usually tried on a few mes in eagerness!), keen to see what magic hides behind the school gates.
During the first few weeks of school, lots of me is spent mee ng new friends and teachers and ge ng to know what life at school is like. One of the children’s favourite experiences at the beginning of their me at school is sharing their ‘All About Me’ box. Over the summer they create a box that represents themselves –popping in photos, trinkets, toys and treasured items that they can share with their friends and teachers. They are always curious to see inside each other’s boxes and very proud to show their own boxes off, too.
One area that gets well‐used from day one in Recep on is our outdoor classroom – here are areas outside that children can learn through play in. From balancing along obstacle courses to riding a bike through a rainy puddle, our children love benefi ng from the outdoor curriculum, too. Our Recep on children are lucky to benefit from a large area of their own to play in, including a mud kitchen, construc on area and a climbing frame with a slide! Developing their strength, balance and co‐ordina on is a large part of our learning journey and our children have lots of opportuni es to do so.
Our Recep on children also love to explore all of the different areas in our school ‐ Mrs Rickard, Mr Jones and Mrs Lovell become ‘train drivers’ leading a line of children around the school for their first tour. O en, children choose a favourite space on this ‘train ride’ that they will enjoy visi ng me and me again during their years with us. For many children that may be visi ng the school library for the first me, a gorgeous outdoor‐themed space with a book on any and every topic you can think of. For other children it may be the compu ng suite – our youngest children love to explore the many uses of technology from the computers to programmable robot toys! Many children also thrive when exploring the different areas of their classroom, from the snack table to the water tray, to the book nook and the feelings hub!
One of the most exci ng mes during the first weeks of star ng in Recep on are our visits to the Forest School. We have a huge space devoted to Forest School on our school grounds and the children explore and learn so much more about themselves, communica ng with their peers, solving problems and discovering the joy of nature during these sessions. So, we wrap up in full waterproof ou its, put on our wellies and embrace all that the natural forest area has to offer. O en, that means jumping into giant muddy puddles or building pirate ships out of wooden logs – all in a day’s work at East Preston Infant School.
Our Recep on children are now se led and ready for the rest of their first year at school. It won’t be long un l a whole new cohort of li le ones will be joining us next September! If your child is due to start school in September 2025, give us a call to arrange a visit or book in our next open morning on 14th January 2025.
A busy Autumn Term at EPJS
A er several years of change caused by the growth of the school, the closure of a residen al centre, and the rather inconvenient intrusion of a global pandemic the Year 6 residen al visit returned to its tradi onal autumn spot this October. Over 80 Year 6 pupils set off to Avon Tyrell, on the far edge of the New Forest, to take part in a host of outdoor and adventurous ac vi es.
The trip is an opportunity for children to build new friendships across the year team in their final year before heading off to their various secondary schools, as well as providing an opportunity for a stay away from home – for the first me for some children. Throw in the challenge of some high ropes adventures and some water‐based ac vi es, and you have the makings of a fun few days for everyone.
Back at school, we hosted another local visitor, following on from our visit from the Two‐Faced Twins. Worthing‐based runner Russ Cook, known by his alter ego ‘The Hardest Geezer’, visited a whole‐school assembly to talk about his experiences running the length of Africa. He shared details from each stage of his adventure, from the ini al planning, through challenges from visas to robberies, that led to his successful mission.
Russ had originally been invited to the school by two pupils in Year 6 – Rex and Joey – who had wri en to him last year. Of course, by the me he was able to visit, both boys had moved on to secondary school at The Angmering School, but with the blessing of headteacher Mr Liley, they were able to return to EPJS to welcome ‘The Hardest Geezer’ – and to learn that he
had worn through some 30+ pairs of shoes on his travels from South Africa to Morrocco!
Russ also talked about how he had overcome the mental challenges of such a mission, which ed nicely with the class assemblies shared on World Mental Health Day in October. The children took part in a virtual assembly in partnership with the football Premier League, and were excited to hear from Chelsea footballer, Reece James.
Of course, one of the ways we can all look a er our mental health is through physical ac vity and sport, and school is no different. Alongside their rou ne PE lessons, this term saw a number of pupils undertake training to referee football games, as well as compe ve fixtures against local schools in football, netball, basketball and even badminton.
It’s great to have so many children donning the school jersey for spor ng compe ons, but it’s not the only way they can represent the school.
A group from the school choir were seen in the village in October, performing at the official unveiling of the poppy cascade at St Mary’s Church, and the house captains returned to the venue for the remembrance services in both the church and at the war memorial on Remembrance Sunday, upholding the value that we will remember them.
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East Preston Fes val Annual Mee ng 2024
The East Preston Fes val Annual Mee ng was held on Wednesday 9th October, with local chari es, village clubs and other good causes receiving dona ons from the profits made at Commi ee‐led events during this year’s Fes val.
Chairman Janine Nicholson welcomed all those a ending and said that she is pleased to report on a very successful 2024 fes val. The commi ee received incredible support from the village, with all the cketed events sold out and the best‐ever number of entries for the compe ons and children’s ac vi es.
In spite of a very wet summer, the weather stayed fine during the fes val and people turned out in force for all the celebra ons on the village green.
On Saturday of the first weekend, a Community Fete took place, with charity stalls and children’s entertainment and on Sunday a special D‐Day 80th Anniversary event was held, which even included a life‐size Spi ire on site and a visit from ‘Winston Churchill’.
There was a circus fun day, a funfair, an ar san market, an ques valua on morning, local history talk, literary gatherings and poetry recitals. Sports clubs held open days and everyone enjoyed tea par es, coffee mornings and garden fetes.
Evening events included a sell‐out George Michael tribute, an energe c barn dance, an exci ng race night, and a ‘Call My Wine Bluff’ evening. Ten days of events culminated in the fes val parade, a fun dog show, with John
Inverdale presen ng, and celebra ons and live music at the popular Party on the Green.
The chairman announced that profits made by the commi ee at this year’s Fes val totalled nearly £7,000. In addi on to this, the commi ee encourages clubs, socie es and chari es ac ve within the village to hold their own fundraising events under the Fes val banner, and all of these suppor ng events are included in the programme and Fes val publicity. This year the groups who did so raised more than £12,000 between them.
The chairman then introduced the commi ee members, praising them for their dedica on and hard work in delivering this year’s fes val.
Following the chairman’s speech, representa ves from the various groups received their dona ons and were asked to say a few words about their organisa on and how they will use the money. A list of this year’s recipients can be viewed on the Fes val website, www.eastprestonfes val.co.uk
The chairman thanked the businesses who had sponsored events, local traders for their support and East Preston Parish Council for their financial assistance and general encouragement. She also thanked the Fes val volunteers and the Parade Marshalls, without whom it would be impossible to stage the Fes val, and the people of East Preston for their enthusias c support.
As well as suppor ng individual good causes, the Fes val also has a history of funding bigger projects aimed specifically to be of benefit to the village of East Preston and its residents. From next year the commi ee are hoping to extend this policy and would be grateful to hear of any projects that might be in the pipeline and meet this criterion. For more informa on, email eastprestonfes val@hotmail.co.uk
It was then announced that the 2025 East Preston Fes val will take place from Friday 6th to Sunday 15th June and the theme will be ‘Games & Pas mes – Past and Present’.
What’s On in and around East Preston and Kingston
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Sunday 1st December ‐ 10:30 to 15:30
Winterfest (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU)
This fes ve shopping event has more than 20 stalls selling products, gi s, food and drink from local, independent businesses. Plus a full lineup of entertainment provided by local talent.
Monday 2nd December ‐ 16:00 to 21:00
The Highdown Christmas Market (Li lehampton Rd, Worthing, BN12 6FB)
Browse over 35 stalls selling everything from food, drink, po ery, woodwork, and more.
Wednesday 4th December ‐ 15:00 to 21:00
Winter Wonderland Christmas Market (The Beach, Sea Road, Li lehampton, BN16 2NA)
Market stalls, carol singers, face pain ng, food, and fes ve fun in a winter wonderland on the beach. See www.thebeachli lehampton.co.uk
Wednesday 4th December ‐ 19:30 to 21:30
East Preston Floral Club Demonstra on (Village Hall, Sea Road, BN16 1LN)
Michelle King presents a beau ful floral demonstra on en tled Christmas Carousel. Everyone welcome to a end. £6 at the door. Tea, coffee, mince pies included and a chance to win some beau ful flowers! For more informa on, email lscoleman@ scali.co.uk
Saturday 7th December ‐ 10:00 to 13:00
East Preston Repair Café (The Spire Room St Mary’s Church, Vicarage Lane, BN16 2SP)
This free environmental project aims to reduce the number of household and garden items going to landfill. Volunteers include general handy persons, seamstresses and electrical people, who will do their best to give life back to your items. A knife‐sharpening service is now available. A dona on helps with running costs.
Saturday 7th December ‐ 12:30 to 14:30
RNLI Li lehampton Big December Dip (The Beach Club, Sea Road Li lehampton)
This popular event is returning for a third year
to raise vital funds for the lifesaving work of Li lehampton’s volunteer crew. For full details, go to Eventbrite.
Every weekend from Saturday 7th to Sunday 22nd December ‐ 12:00 to 15:00
Meet Father Christmas at Arundel Museum (Mill Rd, Arundel, BN18 9PA)
Pre‐booking isn’t required. Just turn up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is £5 for one child and £9 for two.
Sunday 8th December ‐ 10:30 to 16:00
Christmas Cra Fair (The Barn and Pavillion, Field Place, Worthing, BN13 1NP)
Buy a unique gi from one of the 50 local cra speople selling products you won’t find on the high street. Santa’s Gro o will also be in the Annex, but must be booked in advance. Please go to www.eventbrite.co.uk
Sunday 8th December ‐ 14:30 and 19:00
Dick Whi ngton: It’s a Musical (Windmill Theatre, Li lehampton, BN17 5LH)
Cardboard Box Theatre Company presents this hilarious pantomime by students from the Chichester University. Tickets start at £6, available from www.trybooking.com/uk/EADT
Sunday 8th December ‐ 16:30 to 19:00
Singers Rechoired Charity Concert: A Winter’s Tale (Findon Valley Free Church, Lime Tree Avenue, Worthing, BN14 0DJ)
Enjoy some upli ing singing by the choir raising funds for the Ickle Pickles children’s charity for babies born prematurely. Interval refreshments available. Free entry, with an exit collec on for the charity.
Thu 12th Dec ‐ 19:30; Sun 15th Dec ‐ 14:30
The Rowland Singers Christmas Celebra ons (Emmanuel URC Church, St Michael’s Road, Worthing, BN11 4SD)
Hear the fantas c choir perform. Tickets £10 adults, £5 child. For more informa on, go to www.rowlandsingers.co.uk
Thursday 12th December ‐ 14:00 to 16:00
Santas on the Seafront (starts Splashpoint, Brighton Road, Worthing BN11 2EN)
The annual Santa 5k run (following the Parkrun route) returns in aid of the MND Associa on. Dress up in a Christmas theme and you might win a prize. Everyone is welcome, even dogs on short leads! For more informa on, email judith@mndawss.org
Thu 12th to Sun 15th December ‐ 19:30 (Thu, Fri, Sat); 14:30 (Sat); 11:30 and 16:00 (Sun) Adventure in Pantoland (Windmill Theatre, Li lehampton, BN17 5LH)
Tori Produc ons presents a story that combines Sleeping Beauty, Dick Whi ngton, Jack and the Beanstalk, Snow White, Aladdin, and Cinderella. Tickets from £14 available to purchase from www. cketsource.co.uk or call 07703 562256.
Friday 13th to Sunday 15th December ‐ 10:00 to 18:00 (Fri/Sat); 11:30 to 18:00 (Sun)
East Preston Christmas Tree Fes val (St Mary’s Church, Vicarage Lane, East Preston, BN16 2SP)
See dozens of fantas cally decorated trees , and there will be various stalls and ac vi es available, including a tombola and a raffle.
Friday 13th and Saturday 14th December ‐19:30 (Fri); 15:00 (Sat)
Winter Wonderland Concert (Li lehampton United Church, High Street, BN17 5EG)
The Edwin James Fes val Choir’s concert will celebrate Christmas while raising funds for Friends of the Mombasa Children. Doors open at 18:45pm on Friday and at 14.15pm on Saturday. Tickets £10 adults, £4 children, available on the door or call the Box Office: 01243 584920 / 01243 582330.
Saturday 14th December ‐ 11:00
Felt Christmas Decora ons with Esther Collins (Museum Educa on Room, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, Chapel Road, Worthing)
Make your own felt decora ons. Class is suitable for all levels. For full details and to book, go to h ps://wtm.uk/events/felt‐christmas‐decora ons‐with‐esther‐collins
Saturday 14th December ‐ 19:00 to 22:00
Community Carol Concert (Village Memorial Hall, Woodlands Avenue, Rus ngton)
A very exci ng evening of performances by the
Li lehampton Concert Band, the Friendship Singers and the Sussex West County Guide Choir, not forge ng the always‐popular Community Carol Singing. Free entry, on a strictly first come first served basis. For more informa on, see www.rus ngtonpc.org
Saturday 14th December ‐ 19:30 to 21:30
Christmas Concert (Arundel Cathedral, London Road, Arundel, BN18 9AY )
Get into the holiday spirit with enchan ng music, joyful carols, and heartwarming performances by the Arun Choral Society. For ckets go to www.arunchoralsociety.co.uk or call the Box Office on 07590 479762.
The Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra’s fun‐filled Christmas concert for all the family. Featuring carols and music from The Sleeping Beauty, Mother Goose, Hansel and Gretel, and Cinderella. Tickets from £3 available from h ps://wtm.uk/
Sunday 15th December ‐ 14:00
Sussex Gruffs Christmas Concert (Lancing College Chapel, Lancing, BN15 0RW)
The choir will perform a variety of tradi onal carols and seasonal music in the stunning chapel, raising funds for Care for Veterans. Tickets available from www.careforveterans.org.uk
Friday 20th to Monday 23rd December ‐ 14:00 to 17:00 (Fri); 11:00 to 14:00 (Sat‐Mon)
Santa’s Gro o (The Greenhouse Charity Superstore, Meadow Rd, Worthing, BN11 2SA)
Visit Santa and receive a special gi from the enchanted sleigh! All proceeds go to Guild Care, which supports older people, people living with demen a, and children and adults with learning disabili es. Suggested dona on £5.
Saturday 21st December ‐ 17:00 to 20:00
Honour the Longest Night With the Wellderness (Wild Heart Hill, Long Furlong, Worthing, BN14 0RJ )
Gather around the campfire for a ceremony that marks the changing season at this family‐friendly celebra on. Tickets £12.50 per adult, £7.50 per child. Book via www.eventbrite.co.uk
The Pain Management Clinic with Pulsed Electromagne c Field Therapy (PEMF)
The Pain Management Clinic is opening Soon at Ham Manor Golf Club, Angmering. The clinic is dedicated to helping you reclaim your quality of life and live pain‐free. We specialise in addressing both physical pain and its emo onal impacts through tailored therapeu c techniques.
One of our standout offerings is the combina on of Hypnotherapy and Lucia Light No. 3 Therapy, the most advanced light therapy tool available. This unique approach not only clarifies emo ons but also alleviates stress and anxiety, paving the way for deeper healing.
We also offer Pulsed Electromagne c Field (PEMF) Therapy, a safe, non‐invasive treatment approved by the NHS that enhances your body’s natural healing abili es. Addi onally, our Deep Tissue Massage and Craniosacral Therapy (CST) provide effec ve relief. CST is a gentle, hands‐on method that nurtures the Central Nervous System, making it ideal for chronic pain, headaches, and sleep issues.
To make it easier to commit to your healing journey, we have discounts for mul ple sessions.
At The Pain Management Clinic, we embrace a holis c philosophy, ensuring personalised care tailored to your unique needs. Our experienced team is here to create a safe and nurturing environment. By choosing our clinic, you’ll gain valuable insights into pain management, effec ve coping strategies, and enhancing your overall well‐being.
To book a session or for more informa on, email contact@thepainmanagementclinic.com or call 07923 424269. Don’t let chronic pain hold you back — let us guide you towards a healthier, more fulfilling life today!
5 Essen al Tips for Healthy Fes vi es
Nathalie Sansonetti BA, MA, DNN, Dip AIT
Nutritional Therapist & Health Coach, New Leaf Nutrition
T: 07980 620010 E:
nathalie@newleafnutrition.co.uk
The fes ve season is a me of joy, but it o en brings tempta ons that can lead to weight gain, indiges on, and pain or discomfort. Here are five prac cal ps to help you stay healthy and energised over the holidays:
Never go hungry
Never arrive at a party or restaurant hungry. You will not make the right sensible choices, or eat mindfully when you’re ravenous. Eat a protein‐rich snack before leaving home.
Bring a healthy dish
Bring something to a party, that you know you can always have, if nothing else suits your needs. Salads with chicken drums cks, or other crowd pleasers will keep you sa sfied and less likely to succumb to tempta ons.
Priori se protein and fibre
High‐protein foods like meat, fish, and legumes,
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along with fibre‐rich vegetables and whole grains, keep you fuller for longer and help maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Stay hydrated
Alcohol and rich foods are very dehydra ng. Aim to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially before meals and a er alcoholic drinks.
Cut yourself some slack
Depriva on is not the aim of this ar cle. Pick a day or event when you decide in advance to let loose: pick your favourite food, relax, slow down ea ng and stop before you’re burs ng.
Remember fes vi es are not (just) celebra ons of overindulgence: focus on the atmosphere, the conversa on, the company as well. You don’t have to sacrifice your health to have a thoroughly great me.
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To Bring out Your Natural Beauty
Well known in the heart of Sussex, Jessica’s beauty rooms in Goring have been enhancing the natural beauty of their clients for 35 years, offering a wide range of cosmetic procedures.
Jessica has been a therapist for over 35 years and is qualified in the more advanced skills of Clinical Aesthetic treatments such as Sclerotherapy (the permanent removal of blue and red veins from the legs), Botox muscle relaxants and Restylane fillers. She has gained a reputation in the field of electrolysis (the permanent removal of superfluous hair), which requires a great deal of skill to be successful, and can guarantee permanent results.
Adding to her skills she also trained many years ago in the treatment of semi-permanent makeup (brow-line, eyeliner, lip line and scar tissue) when, at that time, very little was known about the treatment. Jessica is pleased to see how popular it has become and now there is no need to pencil in over-plucked eyebrows.
Her clients range from busy mums, career women and celebrities, from all walks of life from 18 - 80 years.
Jessica has become aware that over the years the beauty career industry has grown rapidly, and as an examiner for the I.H.B.C. she has seen many more students going into the beauty world. There has also been an increase in the male population seeking aesthetic treatments such as waxing, facials, botox and fillers.
As for the advanced treatments of the removal of warts and skin tags, with the financial pressures on the NHS, removal of these cosmetic unsightly growths are not being covered by the local GP. They can however be safely removed by Jessica, an experienced clinical aesthetician. Please contact her on 01903 507910 or 01903 742487
Get Fit this Winter
by Emma Weaver, Owner Forge Fitness in East Preston
I fully understand that maintaining an exercise regime in winter can be challenging. During the cold, dark days of winter, exercise has an even lesser appeal than in summer. But it is essen al as it not only helps your physical health but also is key to our mental wellbeing. Have a goal! Have a plan! your skiing adventures. Focusing on your Muscle Strength, Muscle Endurance, Power, Agility, Balance, Mobility, Flexibility, Stamina and Speed. With a good founda on of these fitness elements you set yourself up for good performance on the slopes.
I am a qualified personal trainer and owner of Forge Fitness and I offer one‐to‐one Personal training sessions tailored to my client’s individual needs, with the goal to help them be the very best version of themselves. Booking a series of training sessions will mo vate and provide you with a structured programme suited to your individual needs and capabili es but will also make you accountable, when all you want to do is curl up on the sofa!
For those who are planning on hi ng those ski slopes, I am currently taking bookings for my SKI FIT Programme. This is a 4‐6 week pre‐season ski fitness programme suited to all ages and abili es which is designed to prepare you physically and mentally before you set off on
Exercise needs to form part of your lifestyle and not a chore but most of all needs to be fun at this me of year! Call me to find out more or to book in on 07957 282280
Thank you from Ferring Dental Prac ce
Peter Saner, Clinical Director
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to see five pa ents who we had treated earlier in the year with the laser for periodontal disease. All of them came a few months ago fearing that they would lose teeth and all struggled with the things they couldn’t eat because of the looseness of their teeth.
All of them were now significantly improved with healthy mouths, able to eat what they wanted and with a totally different long‐term expecta on. Talk about job sa sfac on! It is a huge privilege to do this job and to serve our pa ents and the community in this way, so at the end of 2024 we just want to say thank you for giving us that opportunity.
Over the last year at Ferring Dental Prac ce we have had over 7500 appointments. Some quick checks to reassure, some long seda on sessions or full smile makeovers. We have greeted and cared for and heard stories of past experiences, good and bad, shared in good news and sad news and I hope, along the way, changed the percep on of what it is to come to the den st.
Some mes the recep on area is full of chat and some mes just a quiet place away from the busyness of people’s days. We now have over 2,500 subscrip on members across the two
prac ces, all of whom can come and see us when they need. No problem.
It was lovely to open our doors again for the open day in September, allowing people to come and see the prac ce and the developments we have made. A chance to chat with people about their concerns and answer ques ons about how excep onal modern den stry could help them.
One of my goals when I bought and invested in Ferring Dental Prac ce was to create a place that the community could be proud of. This is a lovely village with much to be proud of and I wanted people to be able to say: “We may be small, but we have one of the best dental prac ces in the country”. Only you can be the judge of that, but our good reputa on goes far and wide and we want to thank our pa ents for being part of that.
With every good wish for Christmas and 2025.
Poten al for a Judicial Review
Please act NOW!
Kingston Parish Council are asking for your urgent help to raise funds to take forward an applica on for Judicial Review. Many local residents objected to the Planning Applica on for 47 dwellings on land north‐east of Kingston Lane (K/46/23/PL), and it was obvious that this was an emo ve and important issue for Kingston and neighbouring communi es.
The site is in Kingston but backs on to dwellings in East Preston, so both parishes are affected as well as other nearby communi es. Access to the 47 dwellings will be from Kingston Lane on the first bend south of the junc on with North Lane and representa ons were made to ADC about the hazards this will create. The site is a much appreciated and beau ful area of countryside visible from Kingston Lane and it sits within the Gap between Se lements (detailed in the Arun Local Plan). Importantly for sustainability, the development will result in the irreversible loss of Grade 1 agricultural land – that is the best and most excellent quality agricultural land.
Knowing how many had objected to the applica on, this Council decided to take legal advice poten al grounds for Judicial Review (a legal remedy that can be used to challenge a local planning authority's decision in the High Court if there was an error in law). Following on from that, an applica on for Judicial Review has been submi ed and if it successful the ADC decision is “quashed”. This means that the ADC would have to reconsider the ma er correc ng the legal mistake which has resulted in the decision being quashed. It is important to note that the outcome of this redetermina on might be that the same decision will be reached. But it will allow the community to make further representa on.
For Council to carry on with this process it needs to urgently raise funds to cover future expenditure and poten al costs that may be awarded. (if the case is lost it could as an es mate be as much as £35,000). We are
hoping this can be raised with contribu ons from Kingston residents and residents of nearby communi es who care about protec ng this site.
How to donate
We are asking you to show that you support this ac on by making a dona on – big or small – it all counts ‐ towards these costs as soon as possible. You can do this by dona ng via crowdfunder: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/ seeking‐a‐review‐to‐quash‐a‐planning‐decision or scan QR code to go to crowdfunder
Note: When making a dona on via Crowdfunder, there is no obliga on to pay anything as a p. Under the p sec on ignore the slider scale and click on ‘enter custom amount’ and enter 0.
Or if you prefer, and are making a dona on of more than £500, please email the Clerk to arrange a direct bank transfer: clerk@kingston‐wsx‐pc.gov.uk
Whilst the above payments are preferred, cheques made out to Kingston Parish Council may be sent to the Clerk at 33 The Ridings, East Preston BN16 2TW
Updates on the fundraiser and the Judicial Review will be posted on our website h ps:// kingston‐wsx‐pc.gov.uk/ so please do check for the latest news.
Any monies not spent will remain in the Kingston Parish Council Planning Ma ers Reserve Account to address future planning issues around development on agricultural land and/or in the Gap between Se lements.
Thank you for taking the me to read this and we do hope you will lend your support so that the applica on for judicial review can be progressed.
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Will I have to pay Inheritance Tax on my pension?
Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP and an expert in Wills and Inheritance Tax, looks at the impact of the Budget changes on your pension.
I am sorry to say that the predic ons in my earlier ar cle were correct. On 30th October, the Chancellor announced sweeping changes to Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax. I intend to cover the relevant changes in future ar cles. First, let’s look at pensions.
The Budget brought in a total change to the way pensions are treated for Inheritance Tax.
The change will take effect from 6th April 2027. It only applies to “pension policies”, known officially as defined contribu on pensions, i.e. a policy you hold with a pension company such as Aviva, Legal & General, etc. It does not apply to final salary or “career average” schemes.
Under current laws, if you die with money le in your pension policy, it passes to your beneficiaries free of Inheritance Tax.
If you die on or a er 6th April 2027, the Inheritance Tax rules will apply to your pension policy. So, what does this mean in prac ce?
Firstly, if you are married or in a civil partnership, there will be no IHT to pay if your pension policy goes to your spouse or civil partner when you die.
Secondly, if you leave your pension policy to anyone else, the value of your pension policy will be added to the value of your estate. The combined value above your Nil Rate Band threshold will be taxed at 40%. The Nil Rate
Band is a complex area, but for a single person without children the maximum is £325,000; for a single person with children it’s £500,000; for a married couple without children it’s £650,000; and for a married couple with children it’s £1million.
For example, Janet and John have been a couple for 20 years but they are not married. John’s half of the estate is £325,000, but he has a pension policy of £200,000. John dies and leaves everything to Janet in his Will. Under the current rules, if John dies his estate would pass to Janet without any IHT paid. If John dies on or a er 6th April 2027, there will be £80,000 of IHT to pay.
What can you do about this change? Well, that very much depends on your individual circumstances. Op ons could include life me gi s, transferring assets between a couple, changing how you fund your re rement, and ge ng married.
At Monan Gozze LLP, we offer a free appointment to professionally review your circumstances, and the op ons available to you personally. These mee ngs can take place in our Arundel office (1 Tarrant Street), at your home, or as a video call (Teams, Zoom, or WhatsApp). To arrange an appointment, please call the Arundel office on 01903 927055, or email me: ssampson@monangozze .com
Winter‐Spiced Hot Chocolate
You will be the hit of the fes ve season with this chai‐inspired twist on a winter favourite.
Prepara on me: 10 minutes
Cooking me: 10 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients
Spice Hot Chocolate
500ml milk or 2 cups
4 tbs high quality drinking chocolate
2 cinnamon s cks
2 star anise
6 cloves
6 green cardamom pods
½ tsp nutmeg freshly grated
Cardamom and Vanilla Whipped Cream
250ml whipping cream
½ tsp ground cardamom
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 tsp sugar
Method
Spiced Hot Chocolate
Place the milk and whole spices into a small, heavy‐bo omed saucepan and bring to a simmer (don’t let it boil). Simmer for about three minutes, whisking or s rring gently to stop the milk being scorched.
Mix the drinking chocolate with a small amount of cold milk to make a runny paste and add this to the milk in the pan, s rring all the me.
Simmer the hot chocolate for a few minutes, whisking or s rring occasionally. Strain into mugs (to catch the whole spices). Top with the cardamom and vanilla whipped cream.
Cardamom and Vanilla Whipped Cream
Combine the whipping cream, sugar (if using), vanilla and cardamom. Whip the mixture, un l you get so peaks, a light and airy topping.
A busy December in your garden
Fine days might be few and far between in December, but when they do arrive, head out into the garden because there is lots to do. December is a busy month in the garden. The cooler weather offers the opportunity to undertake some serious projects, such as dying up, doing jobs in the greenhouse, and preparing for spring.
New projects
The days might be short and the weather cold, but if you want to undertake a garden landscaping project, December could be the perfect month to get it done.
Build raised beds – they can be built using kits of wood, metal or other materials, using specially sourced mber, using offcuts of wood that you might already have, or you could u lise the services of a gardening professional who will design, source and construct them for you.
Raised beds do not have to be lined but this will reduce the emergence of weeds. Liners can be designed specially for raised beds, or you could perhaps use cardboard. But sourcing good quality topsoil is a must.
Construct a new greenhouse or cold frame –again you could do this yourself or get a professional to do it for you, and the choices are from home made and reasonably priced to high‐quality top‐of‐the‐range bespoke models. Out in the garden
Protect – if the weather is fair, get into the garden priori sing protec on of pots and plants against poten ally severe weather. Terraco a pots should either be wrapped or moved to a frost‐free area.
Shield – in the vegetable plot parsnips should be shielded from frost with straw and over in
the flower garden pile some more straw around the base of tender shrubs and climbing plants. Prune ‐ any overgrown shrubs and hedges while they are in their dormant state. Also, prune climbing roses.
Tidy up ‐ raspberry and blackberry plants and prune large apple and pear trees as this will increase the amount they will crop next autumn.
In the greenhouse or po ng shed
Even if the weather is poor, there is plenty to do in the greenhouse or po ng shed, beginning with a good spring clean and dy up. Clean the glass regularly and renew any insula on. On fine days, wash the glass outside and ven late.
Rhubarb – cover your po ed rhubarb plants perhaps with a bucket or bin depending on the size of the plant to force your rhubarb so you can enjoy succulent sweet fruit in a month or two.
Hyacinth plants – these should be ready to bring out of your greenhouse and inside your home so that they flower for Christmas and the New Year.
Overwintering plants – check for any pests or problems – water sparingly over winter. December is a great me to enjoy your botanical achievements and then plan ahead for the next gardening year.
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Thank you to our Distribution Team
The All about Magazines distribution team are out and about every month or every other month delivering our magazines through your doors. Some of them have been distributing for more than ten years, some are relatively new.
When we started the magazines in 2009 we had our own team of distributors, as we only had one magazine — All about Angmering. As the magazine group grew and we added more villages, we decided it was better to use a company to deliver for us as there were so many magazines to deliver.
However, after using a few companies and always having problems, in 2013 we decided to go back to our own team of distributors. Since then, we have never looked back, as they are such a great team.
Our distribution manager, Caroline Kosa, does a fantastic job of making sure everyone has the right magazines, finding cover for a last minute
route when someone is off sick and training up new distributors.
We started a tradition a few years ago of thanking our team with a festive Christmas Afternoon Tea. This has proved very popular and we are expecting a full turnout this year. The photo above was taken at last year’s event at the Honey Pot Café in Rustington.
If you are interested in joining our team, please contact carolinekosa@yahoo.co.uk. There may not be a vacancy in your area at the moment, but we will contact you when one comes up.
Ci zens Advice receive £25k of funding
Arun and Chichester Ci zens Advice has received nearly £25k of funding from Arun District Council to help local people with their finances. The funding will finance a dedicated Financial Capability Adviser to work with marginalised residents, such as disabled people, carers, refugees and survivors of domes c abuse, to create a sustainable household budget.
The funding has been allocated from the previous government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), awarded to councils to support projects that boost produc vity, pay, jobs and living standards, improve public services, empower local leaders and communi es, or restore a sense of community and local pride.
Arun and Chichester Ci zens Advice already have training material to help clients develop their skills, but the funding will enable it to amend the material so that clients can apply their learning to the financial skills that will help them the most — for example, understanding percentages, interest rates, simple multiplication, addi on, division and subtrac on.
As part of the process, clients’ working op ons would be explored with a view to maximising their income, including becoming self‐employed and/or volunteering to improve employment prospects.
Councillor Roger Nash, Chair of the Economy Commi ee at Arun District Council, said: “This demonstrates how the council is using the UKSPF alloca on in a posi ve way, opening the barriers that sadly exist for marginalised groups to ensure that they benefit from the excellent advice on offer at Arun and Chichester Ci zens Advice.
“The funding will allow the service to tailor the financial training in place to focus on the elements that will best serve this sector of our community, helping to empower them in the job market. Therefore, giving direct support where it’s needed most.”
Luca Badioli, Chief Execu ve of Arun and Chichester Ci zens Advice, said: “We are excited about the opportunity this project brings to marginalised members of our community to receive tailored one‐to‐one support from our Financial Capability Adviser.
“By equipping residents with the necessary skills to boost their employability we aim to improve their financial situa on and their wellbeing and upli our community.”
To self‐refer into the new financial employability service, please email fc@arunchichestercab.org.uk or if you are a third‐party organisa on, use this link: www.arunchichestercab.org.uk/refer/
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund was awarded by the previous UK government and is a three‐year scheme that runs from 2022‐2025, with all local authori es able to spend on local priori es to build pride in place, boost produc vity and spread opportuni es.
News from The Angmering School
LNC Artwork
On Thursday 26th September, students and staff represen ng the LNC worked with visi ng ar sts Becca and Mark Ford (known professionally as Two Circles Design). The purpose was to discuss and generate crea ve ideas based on par cipants’ views of community within the LNC, as well as the wider school and local community.
Becca and Mark led an exci ng workshop that resulted in an array of cut‐ out colourful wooden swallows. Par cipants were asked what kind of art they wanted to see in their local environment.
Each student used acrylic paint to decorate the surface of their wooden swallows. Crea vity was unleashed as students focused on their unique artworks ,using them to create a small stop‐frame anima on which were varnished and brought together as a collec ve installa on and displayed on the exterior wall between recep on and the LNC entrance. Students collaborated on the placement of the birds.
A fantas c morning was had by all involved. This workshop signifies the start of a year‐long project funded by Artswork that will provide an opportunity to write and commission a community artwork. This will build on the views and crea vity of our student representa ves and had students ac vely engaged in changing their school environment through their art.
Angmering School students meet The Hardest Geezer
Last year, Russ Cook, a Worthing‐born athlete who recently ran the length of Africa for charity, asked local schools to invite him along to speak to them about his experiences.
Two of our Year 7 students, Rex and Joey (who were then in Year 6 at East Preston Junior School) wrote a hear elt plea to Russ and were selected to meet him! He gave his presenta on en tled ‘Mind Over Miles’ to the boys and their friends at EPJS.
Russ’s main message is that you have the ability to achieve challenges with hard work, determina on and teamwork. Rex and Joey then got to spend a bit of me talking with Russ and asking him ques ons about his adventures. What a brilliant opportunity to meet a truly great local hero. Well done to both boys for being such excellent representa ves of their schools (past and present).
Friday Night Project will be returning to Li lehampton Wave on Friday 8th November. Freedom Leisure will manage the sessions with the support of Arun Youth Projects via funding from Arun District Council.
The 1.5‐hour supervised mul ‐ac vity session for young people will include the op on of swimming and sports hall ac vi es, including table tennis, football, badminton, dodgeball and the large mul ‐play park inflatable.
Ma Pollard, Youth Services Manager from Arun Youth Projects said: “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Freedom Leisure for the return of the Friday Night Project. It’s a much‐an cipated event for many young people, and we’re excited to see them enjoy it again. Two youth workers will be collabora ng with Freedom Leisure staff to create a safe and engaging environment for everyone involved.”
The project will run every Friday in term me from 8‐9.30pm for 11–16‐year‐olds. Due to high demand, Freedom Leisure can now only take youngsters who have booked and paid in advance.
Councillor Carol Birch, Chair of the Housing and Wellbeing Commi ee at Arun District Council, said: “We are extremely pleased to see these popular sessions back up and running, with the support of Arun Youth Projects. With the evenings drawing in, there are fewer places for young people in the district to go so this offers a safe place that allows them to socialise and burn off some energy.”
You will first need to register your child and pre‐book the session. Registra on is very quick and once registered you will be able to book and pay up to seven days in advance using this method.
To register, please speak to recep on where you can also book the session. You can also book by calling 01903 725451.
Cost: £4.40 per child.
Friday Night Project will con nue to run weekly 7‐9pm at Arun Leisure Centre. To book, please call 01243 826612 or visit recep on.
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Councillors vote on the future of beach huts
Members of the public a ended the Civic Centre in Li lehampton to hear councillors debate and decide on poten al sites for new beach huts in the district.
The Economy Commi ee met on the evening of 22nd October to discuss and vote on whether proposed sites for addi onal beach huts along the Arun coast would be subject to consulta on and inves ga on work or whether they would be dismissed from the process.
Close to 100 members of the public a ended the mee ng to witness the proceedings and were warmly welcomed by the Commi ee Chair, Cllr Roger Nash. The public gallery area was near capacity as interest in this agenda item was high.
A er the presenta on of the report and considered debate from across the chamber and comments from several non‐commi ee members, recorded votes were taken on all sites. The following sites were voted on in a block and it was determined they would not be considered further:
Bognor Regis Promenade (shingle) between the Pier and Alexandra Theatre
Bognor Regis Promenade (shingle) between Albert Road and Gloucester Road
Blakes Road and Culver Road greensward area Felpham
Li lehampton Promenade (shingle) between Beach Crescent and Hendon Avenue
Votes were then taken on the remaining proposed sites with both of the following being recommended for further inves ga on:
Bognor Regis Promenade (rear of prom) between Gloucester Road and Longbrook Park
Longbrook Park, Felpham
Also debated and voted on, the following four sites were discounted from any further considera on as sites for new beach huts:
Overstand Avenue greensward, Rus ngton
South Strand shingle beach, East Preston
West Kingston shingle beach and greensward
Ferring Rife to Sea Lane greensward, Ferring Cllr Nash said: “This mee ng was an example of useful debate, cross‐party respect and common sense. The decisions from the votes followed construc ve discussion and some very valuable input from many members of the public who had submi ed and asked ques ons during the mee ng. To see so many residents in the Civic Centre showing their interest in decisions about their locality was incredibly welcome and posi ve.”
It’s a VIBE
Worthing’s premier entertainment venue finally opens its doors...
A er weeks of intensive work and redesign, the former site of the Boston Tea Party on Montague Place has been re‐imagined into Worthing’s ul mate entertainment venue, offering a unique experience all the family can enjoy. So, what does VIBE have in store?
Gaming your thing? We’ve got you covered with 15 retro arcade games and a console room, featuring four PS5s and four Xbox X series consoles. Upstairs, you can shoot some pool on the classic American tables, while the humble game of darts gets an epic upgrade with our interac ve, smart darts system.
Fancy le ng your hair down and your inner Taylor Swi out? We also have a disco‐ready karaoke room to let you channel your favourite pop star!
If all that fun leaves you feeling a bit peckish, the VIBE KITCHEN has a delectable range of small plates and sharing dishes. While over at VIBE BAR you will find a cra ed wine menu, epic cocktails and barista coffees and brews.
VIBE is the brainchild of local entrepreneur Ru Roskilly, who no ced a gap in the local
entertainment market and had a unique vision for the historic building. “We saw an opportunity in Worthing to bring something new, fun and exci ng for all age groups. As a blended family of varying ages, we know what a challenge keeping everyone happy and entertained is! We started cha ng about all the different elements everyone would want, and VIBE was born. We also have some Instagram‐worthy treats up our sleeve that you’ll only uncover when you come inside! We can’t wait for everyone to discover what we’ve created”.
Whether you’re organising a kids party, work social and or simply want to reconnect with the family, VIBE is the ul mate entertainment venue to escape the everyday.
Christmas at Ferring Country Centre
Ferring Country Centre is the perfect des na on for capturing the magic of Christmas, offering a deligh ul blend of fes ve cheer and community spirit.
From Saturday 30th November to Sunday 1st December, the Christmas Tree Weekend promises a variety of po ed and pre‐cut trees at special prices, complete with the op on for free local delivery (certain postcodes only; see website for details).
The holiday spirit is further brought to life with children’s visits to Santa’s charming gro o, where each child receives a special gi wrapped by our dedicated Day Service elves. The Centre’s gi shop is a treasure trove of handmade wooden reindeer, snowman candle holders, and other unique decora ons, cra ed by our talented Day Service Customers in our wood workshop. For a truly unique present, consider our animal adop on packages or exclusive experiences like “Keeper for the Day”. The fes ve calendar is packed with events, including Supper and Story with Santa on 17th
Burning the Clocks
December, and a Live Na vity evening on 19th December, featuring carols, live animals, band and choir.
By par cipa ng in these events, you’ll enjoy a memorable fes ve experience while suppor ng our charitable mission to aid people with learning disabili es through empowering work experiences.
Don’t miss the chance to create cherished Christmas memories. Tickets are available on our website: www.ferringcountrycentre.org
For two decades, Burning the Clocks has become a special date in Brighton’s calendar. Taking place on the winter sols ce at 6.30pm on Saturday 21st December, this fantas cal procession brings magic to the streets with a stream of luminous lanterns and a spectacular 2,000‐strong parade.
When the winter parade has wound its way to the beach, people pass their handmade paper and willow lanterns – filled symbolically with their hopes and dreams – into a blazing bonfire and prepare for the spectacular fire show and firework display.
Held on the shortest day (longest night) of the year, this growing tradi on marks the passing of me by ‘burning the clocks’ and welcoming in the new sun. With over 20,000 spectators, this popular event turns the spotlight away from the more commercial side of Christmas and lights up the darkest of winter nights.
Burning the Clocks was created by the award‐winning community arts charity Same Sky in 1994 to enable the whole community to enjoy the fes ve season, regardless of faith or creed. Each year, a new theme related to the concept of me is incorporated into the event to bring new and exci ng elements. As part of the event, Same Sky carries out free lantern‐making workshops for local community groups. Some of those we work with are homeless young people, single fathers, and young carers. We encourage them to make something they are proud of and bring them together with their community through the shared experience of art.
RNLI’s Big December Dip is back
Last year, more than 150 brave par cipants took up the challenge, cheered on by their friends and family. The event will take place on Sunday 8th December, at The Beach Café, on Sea Road, Li lehampton, from 12pm. Par cipants will be encouraged to raise money for their local lifeboat sta on by braving a quick sea dip.
To take part in this year’s event, par cipants can enter online at h ps://rb.gy/j8gdc5. Entry costs £6 for adults and £4 for children aged 12–17 years old. Children over 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Fancy dress is not necessary but is encouraged!
All dippers will receive a hot drink courtesy of The Beach Café. Spectators will be entertained by a DJ, and there will also be a stall selling RNLI Christmas gi s.
Cian Mathews, Li lehampton RNLI Fundraising Chair, said: ‘Our Big December Dip is now firmly established as an annual local event that is an cipated by everyone in the Li lehampton area. Last year’s event was so much fun, with a real feeling of Christmas spirit and camaraderie. I would urge everyone to sign up, if they can, to support our local lifeboat sta on. Our volunteer crew work relessly all year round to save lives at sea and very much deserve our help and support.’
The Big December Dip is organised following strict safety measures, and all par cipants will be looked a er by the volunteer crew of Li lehampton RNLI, trained lifeguards and St John Ambulance – on land and sea.
Li lehampton RNLI shore crew and chaplain, Mike Meakin (pictured above), was one of the brave dippers last year.
If you are planning a dip or swim in open water, always remember to:
Make sure you’re prepared. Check the weather and des, choose your spot, go with a buddy, have the right equipment.
If in doubt, don’t go out. No ma er how much prepara on you do, or how experienced you are, if a swim doesn’t feel right, there is no shame in ge ng out of the water straight away, or not entering.
Make sure you acclima se to avoid cold water shock.
Be seen. Wear a bright coloured swim hat and take a tow float.
Stay within your depths.
Float to live.
In an emergency call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
For more lifesaving ps on open water swimming see: h ps://rnli.org/safety/choose‐your‐ac vity/open‐water‐swimming#
To find out more about the December Dip, or to register, please visit: h ps://rb.gy/j8gdc5
Christmas in East Preston in mes past
by Graham Lewis with acknowledgements to Richard Standing
The archives of local historian Richard Standing contain several references to Christmas in East Preston and Kingston, including ar cles in local newspapers informing readers that local landowners helped the less well‐off to enjoy Christmas.
The Union Workhouse in East Preston housed the impoverished from 19 local parishes (later even more). In December 1859, the West Sussex Gaze e reported that the inmates had their annual treat on Christmas Day of roast beef and plum pudding with a liberal supply of nuts, oranges and sweets. “Whilst the inmates of the Union were so well cared for,” con nued the ar cle, “those outside the wall were not forgo en; through the liberality of George OIliver Esq and RA Warren Esq we think every co age in the parish had a well spread table on that day.” These two were major landowners in Kingston and East Preston respec vely.
Workhouse rules later required husbands to be separated from wives, and parents from children. Smoking, games of chance and drinking were forbidden. The one moment in 1901 when perhaps a li le joy entered their lives was described by The West Sussex Gaze e: “Christmas was spent pleasantly at the workhouse which was profusely decorated. Holly and evergreen sent by Sir Henry Fletcher and Mr RA Warren were used with effect in the decora on of the dining hall and infirmary.”
With their dinner, each adult male was allowed one pint of beer or a non‐alcoholic beverage, though beer was not always allowed and it seems the diet and the beer allowances were vigorously debated each year by the authori es on economic and “moral” grounds.
East Preston children enjoyed what sounds like generosity from the wider community, as the Worthing Gaze e reported in 1911. “The Annual Winter Treat and Christmas Tree for the children a ending the village school took place on Thursday a ernoon. Thanks to the kindness of numerous friends in the village, a capital repast was placed before the children at four o’clock and a erwards there was a distribu on of toys and other seasonable gi s from the huge Christmas tree which had been placed at the disposal of the teachers by Rear Admiral
Warren of Preston Place. Miss Newbury, one of the teachers a red in the picturesque garb of Father Christmas, undertook the task of distribu ng the gi s from the tree.”
The daughter of a farm foreman in Kingston around 1910 later recalled how the Candy family of East Kingston House made sure their agricultural workers enjoyed Christmas treats. “Mrs Candy used to give us a Christmas party. A wonderful spread for tea in the lovely old kitchen. Then upstairs to the drawing room with the Christmas tree. While we children were playing games, Mr Candy used to have the mums in the dining room to give them a glass of port or something. When it was me to leave, we were all given a gi off the Christmas tree. Mr Candy also gave each family a joint of meat.”
At around this me, a group of young men, probably farmhands, revived the tradi on of “Tipteering”, dressing up in seasonal costumes and visi ng the larger proper es locally to perform a light‐hearted and over‐acted Christmas play. According to one report, “The number of visits and the hospitality provided made it a ma er of great skill to keep sober enough to do the play at the last house, but they were always able.”
The curious picture on this page is from the cover of “Scribble” magazine, published for the South Strand estate (“Angmering‐on‐Sea”) in December 1916, during WWI. It shows a Bri sh seaplane piloted by Santa Claus dropping children’s presents on the beach.
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Haskins partners with local primary school to assist with the new children’s support centre
Haskins Roundstone Garden Centre, based in Angmering, has partnered with St Margarets Primary to assist in the launch of a new special support centre. The Tomlin Centre was officially opened on 14th October by children’s author Nick Sharra .
Haskins Roundstone has selected St Margarets as its ‘School of Choice’ in the local community, suppor ng the new Tomlin Centre project by dona ng materials for its outdoor garden.
Pupils a ending the centre are supported in a manner that gives them the tools and confidence to succeed and flourish in mainstream schools. The garden provides pupils with a sensory space to interact with and take ownership of their own plan ng projects.
The children will work together to maintain the garden’s produce, using the materials provided by Haskins. These include decora ve planters with spring flowering bulbs, in addi on to a mix of plants, such as trailing ivy. Haskins also provided seeds, growing sacks, compost, canes, and established herbs and vegetable plants to ensure that the new garden was fully equipped.
and a great sense of pride as they watch their produce grow. For some children, it’s the first me they have seen vegetables growing, whether it be peas in a pod, or carrots in soil.
“I find it par cularly heartwarming to see the children rush to check on the produce every morning. Haskins’ support has certainly brightened up The Tomlin Centre and created a bustling outdoor space for pupils and staff alike.”
St Margarets currently has six staff working at The Tomlin Centre, which will help 12 children with social and communica on differences when opera ng at full capacity. Haskins Roundstone will con nue to support St Margarets as its ‘School of Choice’, with plans already underway for the fes ve period.
Michael Jee, Head Teacher at St Margarets, said: “We’re very grateful for Haskins’ support at St Margarets, specifically with the launch of the Tomlin Centre. It’s brilliant to witness how beneficial the outdoor garden has already been. The children love harves ng the vegetables Haskins donated, picking their own snacks from the patch, and even cooking with the produce. I recently shared some homemade chips with pupils following the harvest.
“The different smells and textures of the garden provide our pupils with lots of sensory input
Nick Joad, General Manager of Roundstone, said: “St Margarets school has worked hard to bring this brilliant project to frui on, so everyone at Haskins is glad to see the Tomlin Centre already impac ng pupils’ lives for the be er. Suppor ng our local community is at the heart of Haskins’ values, which is why we’re thrilled to play a part in the new centre’s launch. It is wonderful to see how the space has been transformed into a beau ful, thriving garden for children to enjoy.”
Please visit www.haskins.co.uk for more informa on on Haskins’ charitable work.
RNLI search for Volunteer Shore Crew
Li lehampton RNLI Lifeboat Sta on is looking for men and women from the local area to help launch its lifeboats. The lifeboat sta on, which is in the heart of Li lehampton Harbour and is manned en rely by volunteers, needs shore crew to join its friendly team.
Shore crew have a crucial role at Li lehampton RNLI. They help with the launch and recovery of the sta on’s lifeboats on service and exercise. They also contribute to the overall upkeep of the lifeboat sta on, lifeboats and equipment.
Volunteer shore crew at Li lehampton RNLI:
Launch, recover and clean the sta on’s two lifeboats Renee Sherman and Ray of Hope
Prepare and maintain the sta on’s equipment
Drive the sta on’s two tractors a New Holland TL80 and a New Holland Boomer
Keep the lifeboat sta on in good order.
All shore crew are given a pager. Those interested in the role will therefore need to be local to Li lehampton and be able to get to the lifeboat sta on quickly if Li lehampton RNLI is called into ac on. Full training and support will be given for this volunteer role.
Chris Stewart has been shore crew at Li lehampton RNLI since September 2023, said:
“It’s great being part of the Li lehampton RNLI shore crew, helping to provide a crucial service for Li lehampton and the wider community. I really enjoy the training and learning new skills that are put into prac ce when there is a shout. There is an amazing team here, who are always very welcoming, suppor ve and helpful in fulfilling this rewarding role.”
Mike Meakin has volunteered as shore crew and chaplain at Li lehampton RNLI since November 2023. He added: “Having served in the Royal Navy for 40 years and being a ‘yachty’, I have seen the immense value of the RNLI. Now re red, I can give back the protec on I have and con nue to receive. Joining Li lehampton RNLI as shore crew and chaplain has been an eye opener. The commitment, courage and dedica on of the crew is second to none, and I am honoured to be part of it.”
To find out and more and apply, see: h ps:// nyurl.com/mc7uj7t
Li lehampton RNLI help with the launch and recovery of the sta on’s lifeboats on service and exercise
Winter illumina ons in West Sussex
The atmospheric winter nights are the perfect backdrop for colourful, dazzling light displays and illumina on events. From illuminated steam trains to magical woodland trails and Christmas Nutcracker day me fun, we’ve picked the most exci ng events happening across West Sussex to help fill your December with colour, joy and a bit of sparkle.
Glow Wild and Wakehurst
28th November 2024 – 1st January 2025
Wander the spellbinding trail of winter lanterns at Wakehurst. This immersive illumina on returns with several new installa ons celebra ng the beauty of nature through enchan ng trails of projec ons, soundscapes and fire torches.
A treat for all ages, the record‐breaking loca on also hosts the UK’s largest natural screen and the tallest living Christmas tree, adorned with over 1,800 lights. Quiet sessions are available for visitors with disabili es to make for a more comfortable visit, while s ll enabling the opportunity to experience the sensory benefits Glow Wild has to offer. Pre‐booking ckets is essen al: www.kew.org/wakehurst/whats‐on/glow‐wild‐2024
Leonardslee Illuminated
22nd November to 30th December 2024
A gleaming trail is carved with light, surrounded by luminous trees and an iconic illuminated moon which floats majestically over the still lake.
Leonardslee welcome you to their spectacular winter trail through their immaculately landscaped Grade I listed gardens. The trail takes 60 to 90 minutes to explore as you experience the new route. Feast on wonderful seasonal food and drink before or a er the trail, with our funfair rides and Christmas Market. Book tickets online from: www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk/lights
Santa’s SteamLights 2024
15th November – 30th December 2024
Carols by Candlelight
15th to the 17th December 2024
Mark the start of the fes ve season with a glorious “Carols by Candlelight” performance by The Agnes Collec ve in the in mate se ng of the 13th century chapel at Bailiffscourt, Climping. The acous cs of this beau ful building, filled with candles and sparkle, bring a whole new dimension to Christmas. Create your own family fes ve tradi on and choose from three performance dates in December to get in the mood for Christmas with a fine fes ve lunch, indulgent a ernoon tea, or make an evening of it with a delicious dinner. Book at: h ps:// bailiffscour ckets.skchase.com/ ckets
Board for the magical journey and be seated in the luxury of your own compartment with your party. Why not make it a whole family affair or bring a group of friends to make the most of the compartment?
Perfect for a Christmas adventure!
Journey through the Sussex countryside under cover of darkness, bringing shimmering light and colour as you go. Along the way, enjoy new fes ve‐themed scenes among the trees and clearings and a colourful light show orchestrated in me with music. A mul ‐sensory feast!Book ckets www.bluebell‐railway.com/special/santas‐steamlights/
New Treasure Donated to Li lehampton Museum
Li lehampton Museum is thrilled to announce the latest addi on to their collec on: a breathtaking early medieval (Anglo‐Saxon) gold plate, dated to c. 570–630 AD. into the museum’s collec on.
Found near Clymping by a metal detectorist, this ny masterpiece features an intricate twisted gold wire filigree design, similar to the remarkable pieces from the Staffordshire Hoard. It is possible that it was used to adorn a sword hilt, although it might have decorated other precious items too, this small but mighty ar fact showcases the incredible skill of early cra speople, working without modern ligh ng or magnifica on.
A hear elt thanks to the finder and landowner for generously making this dona on through the Portable An qui es Scheme. The plate is now on display in the Museum’s “Treasures from the Ground” case in the Archaeology Gallery. Entry to the Museum is free.
“As custodians of our local heritage, we’re delighted to welcome this extraordinary artefact
This Anglo‐Saxon gold plate is a striking
reminder of the ingenuity and ar stry that thrived in early medieval England,” said Councillor Freddie Tandy, Chair of Li lehampton Town Council’s Community Resources Commi ee.
“The generosity of both the finder and the landowner in sharing this piece through the Portable An qui es Scheme allows all of us to celebrate and learn from our shared past. Visit the museum to celebrate this excep onal piece and the remarkable history it represents.”
Driving home or away for Christmas
By Rob Bullock
Christmas is the time when many of us take long journeys. Here are some tips, gadgets and new E car news.
The words to Chris Rea’s festive masterpiece ‘Driving Home for Christmas’ certainly ring true to many of us who do drive home or away for Christmas. You are often ‘top to toe in tailbacks’ and quite often there are ‘red lights all around’. But there are some gadgets and tips to make your festive motoring experience smoother, less stressful and quicker.
Cool gadgets for December driving
The right motoring gadget is not only stylish but is also useful and practical. They also make brilliant gifts. Here are three suggestions:
Swedish Ice Scraper – a great gadget to de-ice your car quickly and safely. With its tough neoprene it keeps your hands safe and warm whilst the sharp 6mm recycled acrylic glass easily cuts through the toughest of ice. A must for December driving and a great present!
Foldable traction mats – the best gadget you hope you won’t need to use! Foldable and easily stored in your car these durable plastic tracks might help your car get out of a snowy roadside or ditch if you are stuck! The perfect present for the auto aficionado.
LED mechanics rechargeable head torch – with so much choice, a mechanics head torch is a really useful gadget. Choose a model that is comfortable, bright with long battery life and the ability to charge in car.
Car news ‐ New E Car of the Month – Peugeot E‐5008
Possibly one of the best electric vehicles for driving home or away for Christmas is the much -anticipated Peugeot E-5008 which builds on the stylish E-3008 but is bigger and perfect for a larger family. For years Peugeot 5008s have been sought after for their renowned comfortable drive, interior space and seven seat capacity but the newly styled E-5008 is one of the best-looking SUV like vehicles for the price on the market.
One of the biggest attractions of the new E5008 is its extended range, the model with a 98kWh battery/230hp electric motor can return up to 410 miles. Not only does this make driving long distances more convenient but it also makes them considerably less expensive. Winter service/safety check
A professional winter check-up or service is the best possible preparation for any festive driving. There are plenty of deals out there with an average price of £39.96 with the cheapest dealer being BMW at £29.93 and the most expensive being Renault at £85.
National tyre fitting chains also widely offer winter service/safety checks and so does your local garage.
Merry Christmas! We wish all our motoring readers safe and enjoyable Christmas driving!
Pick up a pre‐loved paint pot!
The county council has collaborated with Biffa and Community RePaint, for a new ini a ve aimed at reducing paint waste and redistribu ng surplus paint to people across the county.
You can now donate unwanted water‐based paint or take away up to three ns of paint donated by others at designated Recycling Centres across West Sussex, in a bid to encourage reuse throughout the community.
Recycling Centres par cipa ng in the paint reuse programme include:
Burgess Hill
Crawley
Horsham
Li lehampton
Shoreham
Westhampne
To donate or collect paint, you must book an appointment to visit a Recycling Centre in advance. Don't forget our Recycling Centres have switched to autumn and winter opening
hours un l Monday 31st March 2025. Book a med slot online using the Book to Recycle system or by calling 01243 642106. h ps:// www.westsussex.gov.uk/land‐waste‐and‐housing/waste‐and‐recycling/recycling‐and‐waste‐preven on/recycling‐centres/book‐to‐recycle‐booking‐system
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