All About Ferring January 2025 (4)

JANUARY 2025 ISSUE 148

All about Ferring

Community Magazine and Business Directory

Editor and Publisher: Helen Holt

Editorials and Advertisements

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All about Ferring is independently published. 3,500 copies are distributed through the door to homes in Ferring.

Thank You to all the businesses and the library who hold extra copies of the magazine. We would also like to thank all of the advertisers as without them, this magazine would not be possible.

February 2025 deadlines

Editorial submissions and advertising copy by 8th January. Finished artwork by 10th January..

Disclaimer

All about Ferring cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services that appear in the magazine.

Welcome to the January issue

January means a fresh start. This is a great time to revamp your health and review your good habits. If you make resolutions, try and keep them simple and easy. If a new habit doesn’t work, try a different approach, and don’t be too hard on yourself.

January is also the month to start thinking about summer holidays so maybe this is one of the best inspirations to start getting fitter. Why not try a new exercise or a new way of eating? If you’re not sure, our local area is full of experts that you can contact for further advice and guidance.

Don’t forget to use the local services advertised in this magazine as without our advertisers there would be no magazine. Do continue to add your events to our website and send in articles for our readers to hear about.

Happy New Year to all our readers, may 2025 bring you health and happiness!

Helen and the All about Magazines team

Introducing AJT Showers Ltd

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News from Ferring Parish Council

Ferring Christmas light ‘switch on’

We must give thanks to Reverend Shirley Tupper & Robin Brenchley, the Salva on Army Band, our local Terry Clough Choir and the children from Ferring CofE school for the wonderful singing, for distribu ng programmes and turning on the Christmas lights and to all of the Christmas Fayre stall holders.

Also, we would like to thank the residents that braved the chilly weather to a end the event. Finally, thank you to the Parish Office & Councillors and to the Village Hall Trustees for organising and for giving their me to help at the event.

Village Green Public Conveniences Refurbishment

access to an AED is available. The caller will be guided through the steps for administering CPR and will be informed where the nearest AED is located. There are a number of Defibrillators (AED’s) within the village. The Full loca on list can be found on our website Community ‐Ferring Parish Council.

A er a four month refurbishment, the public conveniences on the village green provides an accessible toilet cubicle and a range of four individual gender‐neutral cubicles including an ambulant disabled cubicle.

Defibrillators (AED’S) in the Village

Back in 2016, Ferring Parish Council installed a Defibrillator (AED) at the village hall on the side wall to the steps to the Club Room. In October 2024, the Parish Council in conjunc on with the Bluebird Café installed an external AED sited on the wall at their kiosk. The AED is simple to operate. If a person suffers or is believed to have suffered a cardiac arrest the first line of ac on should be to call 999. The operator may ask you to administer CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscita on) even if

Late 2024, Ferring Parish Council arranged for two CPR & AED Familiarisa on Sessions held in the Village Hall. This was a popular event, in 2025, if there is a demand, further sessions can be organised.

Bus Shelters Replacement

The three metal bus shelters in the village are in a poor condi on. As a result, the Parish Council will replace the shelters at the following loca ons: Goring Way le going East just past Sea Lane, opposite the village green outside charity shop/Andalucia and north side of the railway line.

A New Chapter at Ferring Primary

Ferring CE Primary School warmly welcomes Mr. James Cox as its new Headteacher as from 1st January, and its team looks forward with enthusiasm to working with him.

“I am absolutely delighted and deeply honoured to have been appointed as the new Headteacher,” comments Mr Cox. “I am incredibly excited to meet all the children, their families and the wider school community and begin our journey together.

“What drew me to this wonderful school was its inspiring and immersive learning environment and Ferring’s meaningful vision of ‘Life, in all its fullness’. As Headteacher, I promise every decision we make will centre on the children, ensuring they flourish and thrive. Together, we will nurture a love of themselves, others, and learning. Our shared goal is to help every child grow into their best selves and achieve excellence, equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed and contribute posi vely to the community and wider world.

“Throughout my career — whether teaching in the classroom, on the sports field, or leading staff — the teams I have enjoyed working with were unwavering in their commitment to achieving this vision for all children.

“I am determined to get to know every child and family at Ferring, star ng with learning everyone’s names (please bear with me!). When I’m on the school gate, please say hello, I’d love to hear why Ferring is special to you.

“I firmly believe a successful school thrives on collabora on. Families play an essen al role in their children’s achievements, and I am thrilled to partner them in suppor ng their child’s learning. With strong partnerships between families, staff, children, and governors, there is no limit to what we can achieve.

“I wish everyone a wonderful start to 2025. It is a privilege to lead Ferring C of E Primary School into a bright and exci ng future where we will grow with love, believe with hope, and achieve with joy.”

Burgess Flooring and Blinds

Burgess Flooring and Blinds have been established for over 30 years in Worthing and the surrounding area. We have extensive experience of providing all types of flooring, including carpets, LVT, laminate and wood flooring, from supply‐only through to full installa on by our specialist fi ers. We also provide a made‐to‐measure blinds and shu ers service.

We pride ourselves on providing local exper se, value for money and outstanding customer service. In the coming months, we will introduce our team so that you can really see who we are.

Alongside our work with people in their homes, we also provide flooring to commercial proper es, which have recently included local leisure centres, churches and new housing developments.

We have a showroom at

2 Manor Parade on Salvington Road, where we stock

many examples of the flooring, blinds and shu ers available so you can see, feel, and colour‐match before you commit to buying. Recent tes monials on Trust Pilot

“Moved to a new build with no curtains or blinds, with two young children waking up with first light we were looking to get something sorted quick. We picked the ones we liked in the showroom, and they were rushed through for us and had them installed within the week. Fantas c customer service from start to finish.”

“Very impressed with the customer service, quality of the carpet and the carpet fi ng. Would recommend and would use again. A special thank you to Harry for organising it all so quickly. Thank you!”

Ferring Village Hall Centenary

Ferring Village Hall celebrated a very special birthday at the end of last year; it turned 100 on 14th November 2024. There was no cake or telegram from the King (honestly, how old does a building have to be before it gets that accolade!), but it does give us an excuse to look back at its fascina ng history, which chronicles just how much life in Ferring has changed over the last century.

The following story of Ferring Village Hall has been lovingly researched by the current chair of the trustees of the hall, Simon Cornish, who has lived in the village all his life and has personal memories of many of the key events, at least the more recent ones — he’s not that old!

In 1938, just as the world stood on the brink of war, the hall was closed for major building works: a new front entrance, toilets, kitchen, and an impressive stage with an orchestra pit underneath. There was a grand re‐opening on 14th Friday April 1939.

Back in 1924, most of Ferring was farmland. There were just 50 houses, the 250 residents mainly worked the land, which was mostly owned by Edwin Henty. It was his widow Georgiana who decided to gi  the land for the Hall and pay for it to be erected. So thanks Georgiana and feel free to drink a toast to her next  me you are in the Henty pub. She also sold off much of her estate, which was broken up, triggering a development boom in the village.

A few years later, in 1929, a billiards room was added to the hall, with two billiard tables. It was ini ally a completely separate building, but in later years it was connected to the main hall and is now known as the club room.

So began a major chapter in the history of the hall, with it playing its part in Ferring’s war efforts. At the beginning of September, following Germany’s invasion of Poland, more than 100 evacuees from London arrived. It’s difficult to imagine the impact this had on our community but once again, the hall was at the forefront. It became a school for the evacuees, staffed by teachers from Southwark Park School in London. At its peak, 143 children were enrolled here. As the phoney war progressed, children dri ed back to London and the school closed in July 1940. The remaining evacuees were absorbed into the village school. The hall was also used as a canteen for troops sta oned locally and was also used by the ARP and Home Guard. It’s easy to imagine a Ferring version of Captain Mainwaring keeping his men in order in the main hall!

It wasn’t un l 1989 that the next piece of building work was undertaken, with the Griffin Room added at the back and fire escape paths constructed around the site.

The hall has been home to many groups over the years, but one of the oldest s ll going strong is FADS, the amateur drama cs group formed in 1931. Over the years, they have staged an amazing 279 plays. Ferring Hor cultural Society now known as Ferring Gardening Club was formed in 1937, took a break for the war years, and reformed in its

Georgiana and Edwin Henty

present format in 1957. Ferring WI formed in 1937 and existed un l 2023. The Hall was also the venue for the village market, which sadly closed last year a er 48 years. During the late 1950s and 1960s, Ferring Village Hall was well known for hos ng bands, and as a rehearsal venue. Deke Arlon and the Tremors started here, as did Pythagorus and his Theorems (which went on to become The Totals). Obviously someone with a love of maths and music was involved in that!

Men on has to be made of Anthony Griffin (a er whom the Griffin Room was named). He was a local solicitor un l he re red in the late 1980s, but was a trustee of the Hall for over 30 years, chairman of Ferring Parish Council for many years (in several s nts), a governor of the village school, and many other voluntary roles.

The Hall has also had its moment of TV fame. It appeared in the final episode of the sitcom Ever Decreasing Circles starring Richard Briers, Penelope Wilton and Paul Egan. John Esmonde, one of the duo of writers responsible for EDC and also for The Good Life was a local resident, and lived in Ferring Lane. The episode was filmed in 1989, and helped to finance the building works executed that year. It went out as the Christmas Special on Christmas Eve 1989.

So happy 100th birthday Ferring Village Hall. Who knows what your future holds, but here's hoping you are s ll going strong in 2124.

Donate Your Branded and Vintage Clothes

and Furniture to Link to Hope’s eBay Shop

Do you have branded or vintage clothes taking up space in your wardrobe? Instead of le ng them collect dust, consider dona ng them to Link to Hope, a charity suppor ng educa on and social care projects in Eastern Europe, par cularly Ukraine.

By dona ng your higher‐end clothing and furniture items for their eBay shop, you help reduce waste, promote sustainability, and raise funds for those in need – without the hassle of selling them yourself.

Link to Hope operates local charity shops in Rus ngton, Li lehampton, Ferring, Goring, and Worthing, but their eBay shop reaches an interna onal audience, offering the poten al for higher prices on branded and vintage items. Whether it’s a designer piece of furniture or a vintage treasure like a retro dress, there’s always a market for unique items. Donated items help fund vital projects, such as suppor ng soup kitchens, providing recovery equipment, and delivering food to vulnerable people in Uzhhorod, Ukraine, this winter.

Before you throw out that Lady Di‐style dress with the shoulder pads, consider how they could benefit those in need.

By dona ng to Link to Hope, you’re clearing out your closet while suppor ng a brighter future for communi es in Eastern Europe. Drop off your dona on, clearly marked eBay, at any Link to Hope charity shop or follow the eBay shop at www.ebay.co.uk/str/linktohope

Financial Planning for the Year

Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner

Nsure Financial Services 01903 821010

As we step into 2025, it’s a great me to reassess your financial plans and check they are robust enough to withstand both the opportuni es and uncertain es the coming year can bring. A new year is always a mely point to align your current financial interests with your future goals.

Review Your Pension

Firstly, ensure your contribu ons align with your re rement goals. Reviewing investment op ons allows you to try and maximise growth while balancing risk. If you’re nearing re rement age, it’s a great me to assess if your pension pot is sufficient for your desired lifestyle.

Evaluate Mortgage Rates

Interest rate trends s ll remain slightly unpredictable. If your mortgage deal is coming to an end, it’s worth considering all the fixed and variable rate op ons that are available to you. Whilst your exis ng lender may be the simplest op on, loyalty doesn’t always pay, so have a good look around.

Assess Savings

The new year is a great me to review whether your savings are in the right account, there may be other high‐interest accounts or investments that look to offer be er returns. Having an emergency fund covering you for three to six months of expenses remains an ideal scenario, but excess cash might be be er directed towards alterna ve investments.

Protect Your Income and Loved Ones

Income protec on and life insurance are cri cal safeguards. Reassess your policies to confirm they provide adequate coverage. Life changes such as a new job, marriage or children may necessitate updates to ensure your family’s financial stability in case of unforeseen events. Financial planning shouldn’t really just be a “New Year” thing and I would urge you all to track your financial ma ers on a regular basis. However, if it’s something that’s been on your to‐do list for a while, then the turning of the calendar is a great place to start.

The New Year is a great time to to re-assess your financial plans and check they are robust enough to withstand both the opportunities and uncertainties the coming year can bring

We work with our clients to ensure they make the best investment decisions for their circumstances and keep more of their money in order to fulfil their goals, aspirations and dreams

Friends of Ferring Update

Speaking in November to the 2024 AGM, Chairman John Johnson told the well‐mee ng that the Friends of Ferring Associa on had again broken its record of journeys undertaken, helping village residents to reach their medical appointments. He congratulated the volunteers on comple ng 695 journeys to hospitals and clinics across West Sussex over the past year.

While welcoming the influx of new volunteer drivers and telephonists, he warned against recruitment complacency. The natural fallout of volunteers caused by re rement, infirmity, reloca on etc means that new volunteers are always needed.

He asked members to help maintain the recrui ng impetus by talking to friends and neighbours about the value to our village of a dedicated Pa ent Transport Service.

The Chairman also spoke of the success of the July summer party for volunteers, held in the garden at the Chairman’s home, and confirmed that the event will be repeated in the summer of 2025.

Ms Sue Samuel, the Treasurer, presented her report to the mee ng and told members that in the 2024 financial year, an excess from dona ons made by grateful passengers had been re‐donated to village organisa ons.

£1,000 was divided equally between The Ferring Primary School Library Extension and the Village Hall Wall Appeal.

The gi ing of excess dona ons within Ferring is expected to con nue into 2025.

With the close of the mee ng, volunteers tucked into a delicious spread of sandwiches, cakes and strawberry scones provided courtesy of Lindsay Taylor, while Sue Johnson prepared and served seasonal mulled wine.

Guild Care Awarded Dona on

from the Elise Pilkington Charitable Trust

Worthing’s leading social care charity, Guild Care, has been awarded a generous gi of £6,000 from the trustees of the Elise Pilkington Charitable Trust. The dona on will go towards Guild Care’s Haviland House Day Service in Goring, which supports people living with demen a and their unpaid carers.

Haviland House Day Service is a purpose‐built demen a centre, providing an extensive and inclusive ac vity programme. Ac vi es are tailored to the individual people living with demen a who a end the different sessions, including live entertainment, arts and cra s, as well as opportuni es for reminiscence.

Georgina Le Clercq of Guild Care said, “We’re delighted to receive the generous gi of £6,000 from the Elise Pilkington Charitable Trust. This new grant will help us fund our demen a day services at Haviland House Day Centre in Goring‐by‐Sea and provide vital support to older people and people living with demen a, as well as their unpaid carers. We’re extremely grateful for the support from the Elise Pilkington Trust which will make a significant difference for older people in our community.”

As well as day services for people living with demen a, the dedicated team at Haviland House Day Service also provides demen a‐friendly social events. Many of these events are free of charge and are designed for people to enjoy; ‘Time Out for Carers’ with their loved ones, without s gma, Saturday a ernoon teas, Posi ve Voices demen a choir, and themed social events have all proved popular in the caring, welcoming environment.

The Elise Pilkington Trust is based in Sussex and was set up in 1979 to support services for the elderly and to prevent cruelty to equine animals. Since the Trust was established, over £5.8 million has been donated to elderly and equine chari es, with more than £650,000 given in the last ten years to chari es providing services for older people.

For more informa on about the services provided by Haviland House Day Service, visit Haviland House Demen a Day Service Guild Care, email havilanddayservice@guildcare.org, or simply call the friendly Guild Care team on 01903 866130.

Winter experience

that nurtures the mind, body and soul

Leibowitz encourages us to “make winter special” by leaning into creative activities that uplift us and make the season enjoyable. She argues that winter is the perfect time for such pursuits, as darkness and the slower pace naturally enhance creativity and provide space for focus. We should see the reduced light of winter not as a drawback but an opportunity.

Celebrating the season can be as simple as gathering by the fire with a cup of tea or enjoying a hearty meal after a fulfilling day of creativity. But one thing is clear, winter’s slower pace provides the chance to recharge and find inspiration. So, this winter we invite you to make time for making. Shape clay in our studio, experiment with colour in an oil painting workshop, or learn the intricate art of weaving surrounded by like‐minded individuals. Short courses are designed not just to teach you a skill but to immerse you in the joy of making, away from the distractions of daily life.

Winter is what you make it, so book your creative winter escape at West Dean today. Below you’ll find just a handful of short courses running this winter:

Tapestry weaving focus on blending and colour, Philip Sanderson, 23‐24 Jan, London

Greenwood spoon carving Annie Slack, 24‐26 Jan, Sussex

Mokulito printmaking Mary Dalton, 24‐27 Jan, Sussex

Writing science fiction Damn L Wakes, 25 Jan, London

One day silversmithing workshop Julian Stephens, 27 Jan, Sussex

Fabric collage and stitch vintage floral textiles, Anne Kelly, 27‐30 Jan, Sussex

Watercolour still life Natasha Lien, 28 Jan, London

Life drawing introduction Sarka Darton, 6 Feb, Sussex

Bookbinding French link‐stitch notebooks Amy Kitcherside, 7 Feb, London

Blacksmithing and metalworking – an introduction Andrew Smith, 7‐9 Feb, Sussex

Japanese woodcut printmaking Akiko Fujikawa, 20‐23 Feb, Sussex

For the full short course programme, visit www.westdean.ac.uk/short‐courses

West Dean Gardens in the snow

What’s On in and around Ferring

If you would like your event to appear in the ‘What’s On’ pages, please add it to our website www.allaboutmagazines.co.uk/my‐events/create

Thursday 2nd January ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Ferring Gardening Club Monthly Mee ng (Ferring Village Hall, Ferring Street, BN12 5JP)

Come and listen to a talk by Mark Saunders: “Beau ful Garden Dahlias”. Visitors are always welcome. The group meet on the first Thursday of the month and a full list of the programme is on the no ceboard along with posters adver sing current and future events. For more details, call James Gray on 01903 244822.

Saturday 4th January ‐ 10:00 to 14:00

The Wellderness Campfire Community Social (Wild Heart Hill Camp, Long Furlong, Worthing, BN14 0RJ)

Create your own 1,000‐year legacy and plant a tree. There will be a campfire and a warm brew wai ng for you, too. Please check the weather beforehand and bring appropriate clothing. If you have a shovel you can bring, even be er, but if not, don’t worry as there will be some spares to share. Tickets £2.50 pp available from Eventbrite. If the cost is too much, get in touch.

Monday 6th January ‐ 19:30 to 23:00

The Group for una ached men and women, aged 55+ (The Thomas a Becke , Rectory Road. Worthing, BN14 7PJ)

This social club meets in Worthing on the first Monday evening of every month, and has events in various loca ons all over Sussex including lunches, dinners, walks, theatre, live music and holidays. Annual fee is just £20. For more informa on, see www.thegroup.org.uk

Wednesday 8th January ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Micro Scalextric Racing (English Martyrs Church Hall, Goring Way, Goring, BN12 4UE)

Scalextric racers of all ages are welcome to join in some slot car racing fun at Worthing HO Racing’s monthly mee ng. Race fees are £3 for adults and £2 for under‐16s. All equipment is provided. For more informa on about this or other racing events taking place this month, email whoracing@hotmail.co.uk

Thur 9th to Sat 11th January ‐ 10:00 to 17:00

RE‐loved Worthing Style (Colonnade House, Warwick Street, Worthing, BN11 3DH)

RE‐loved is an innova ve concept, helping local people upcycle items of clothing and adding style by re‐structuring and embellishing their own or unsellable garments from local charity shops. This exhibi on shows ‘before’ images and the upcycled items. Entry is free.

Tuesday 14th January ‐ 19:15 to 20:45

Héros français de la Résistance (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, Angmering, BN16 4FU)

The club starts the New Year with a talk in French on two of the greatest heroes of the French Resistance: Pierre Brossole e and Jean Moulin, looking at their lives, their roles in suppor ng de Gaulle and their absolute refusal to accept Nazisme. All levels of French are welcome with visuals to help. This friendly group of Francophiles meets every second Tuesday. Visitors £5. If you wish to a end, please email anglofrenchrus ngton@gmail.com

Tuesday 14th January ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Professional Ar st’s Studio Open (Springbourne Rectory Lane, Clapham, Worthing, BN13 3UX)

Enjoy a glass of wine and buy contemporary art for your home from the ar sts in their studio. For more informa on, visit www.artswain.com

Wednesday 15th January ‐ From 18:30 Book Journal Workshop ‐ Worthing (Waterstones, Montague Street, Worthing BN11 3HA)

A fun evening to start your very own book journal. It’s the perfect way to commemorate your reading and at the end you’ll have an incredible keepsake to look back on. The team will help to get you started on your first entry and share ps, tricks and ideas they’ve learnt while crea ng theirs. Tickets £5, available in store or online from Eventbrite.

Thursday 16th January ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

A Victorian Magic Lantern Show (Worthing Mee ng Centre, Chichester Room, Field Place, The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1NP)

A talk to the Sussex Family History Group by Rene and Alan Marrio , with words, music and humour. Finishing up with Victorian animated slides, the forerunner of cinema. To find out more, email Mrs Judy Excell on spi@s g.uk

Friday 17th January ‐ 19:00 to 23:30

The Dolly Show (The Factory Live, Unit 9A Ivy Arch Road, Worthing, BN14 8BX)

Banish those January blues with this fantas c show from West End star Kelly O’Brien, voted the UK’s best Dolly Parton impersonator and the only one endorsed by The Parton family. Get your ckets from www.thefactorylive.co.uk

Saturday 18th December ‐ 12:45 to 14:45

Cat Video Fest (Connaught Cinema, Union Place, Worthing, BN11 1LG)

Watch a compila on of funny and sweet cat videos on the big screen. This family‐friendly fundraising event sees 10% of all cket revenue going to Worthing Cats Welfare Trust. Tickets available from www.wtm.uk

Monday 20th January ‐ 18:00 to 20:00

The Open Book Club (The Toad in the Hole, Newland Road, Worthing, BN11 1JR)

Every two months this group (set up by CREW ‐Climate Resilience Centre Worthing) meets in the pub to discuss their favourite books on a different theme, loosely connected with the environment. Everyone brings a book or two to share with the group which always leads to alively discussion! January’s theme is ‘New’. So find your favourites, get reading and book a space (it’s free) on Eventbrite.

Tuesday 21st January ‐ 9:30 to 12:00

The Art Society Arun Talk (Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rus ngton, BN16 3HB)

The talk, “Imperial Calcu a” by John Alexander, provides an overview of the architecture and arts of this extraordinary city, once considered the second city of the Bri sh Empire. Everyone is welcome. Guests £7 on the door. For more informa on about the society, please email enquiries@thearunartssociety.org

Sat 25th and Sun 26th January ‐ 9:30 to 16:30

Introduc on to Wood Carving: 2‐Day Workshop (15 Southcourt Road, Unit 7, Southcourt Yard, Worthing, BN14 7DF)

Learn the art of tradi onal wood carving with two classically trained and professional wood carving tutors, Joseph Murphy and Cassidie Alder. Price £270, which includes all tools, mber, and refreshments. To book, go to www.cra courses.com

Sunday 26th January ‐ star ng from 8:30

South Downs and Arundel Marathon and 15 Mile Winter Trails (start Heysho Village Hall, Upper Cranmore, Midhurst, GU29 0DL)

This event has been designed by trail runners for trail runners and the route traverses the South Downs Way, while runners will cross the finish line by Arundel Castle. Go along and cheer the compe tors on, or if you’re interested in taking part, get more info and sign up at www.bigfeatevents.com

Sunday 26th January ‐ 14:45 to 17:15

WSO: Jeneba Kanneh‐Mason (Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbo Road, Worthing, BN11 1HQ)

Don’t miss this special performance by pianist Jeneba, who made her proms debut as a teenager in 2021, as she plays with the Worthing Symphony Orchestra. Tickets available from www.wtm.uk

Friday 31st January ‐ 14:30 to 16:30

Ferring Conserva on Group (Ferring Village Hall Ferring Street, BN12 5JP)

Hawking About will give a presenta on, plus a flying display in the hall with a variety of birds and owls. Admission: £2 members, £3 visitors. For more informa on on the group, go to www.ferringconserva ongroup.co.uk

Friday 31st January ‐ 19:00 to 22:00

Haven Nights Retreat Evening (Field Place, Manor House and Barns, The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1NP)

Sign up for this relax and retreat evening with an array of nourishing and nurturing moments, including guided medita ons and a sound bath experience. Tickets £26, available online from Eventbrite. For updates, follow havendays888 on Facebook or email havendays@outlook.com

Boost Winter Immunity with Beta‐Glucan‐Rich Foods

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

Winter is here and it’s not too late to start suppor ng your immune system. If I had to pick one nutrient over any other to help boost immunity, it’s beta‐glucans. β‐glucan is found in yeast, fungi, and certain grains, and ac vates immune cells to help your body defend against infec ons. So aim to include more than one of these powerful foods daily for op mal benefits:

 Oats: Great source of β‐glucan. Porridge or overnight oats will provide a delicious immune boost and may help reduce the dura on of colds.

 Barley: Packed with β‐glucans, this grain s mulates white blood cells, your body’s defenders against infec on. Add to soups or casseroles for a warming, immune‐suppor ve meal.

 Shiitake Mushrooms: Shiitake and reishi mushrooms are excellent for immune health

due to their high content of β‐glucans. They will boost immune cells and reduce inflamma on, and are ideal for s r‐fries or broths, but do include the stems!

 Seaweed (wakame, spirulina): Added to soups, shakes or salads, they provide a nutri ous, immune‐enhancing boost as well as good amounts of magnesium and calcium.

 Nutri onal Yeast: Yeasts contain β‐glucans that modulate immune responses. Sprinkle nutri onal yeast over salads or soups for a cheesy flavour and added health benefits.

 Whole‐Grain Rye: Rich in β‐glucans, rye helps promote gut health, which is vital for a strong immune system.

Incorpora ng these foods into your diet is a simple and tasty way to prepare your immune system for the cold months ahead. “Let (β‐glucan) foods be thy medicine!”

Ferring Carpet Bowls

Ferring Carpet Bowls Club held their annual pre‐Christmas Ladies v Gents event in November at the Barn attached to the English Martyrs Church.

The day proved as popular as ever, with a majority of the club’s members taking part. Unusually, the Gents held the trophy from the last event so were eager to retain the trophy in the face of fierce competition from the Ladies. From the start, the Ladies made a determined effort to gain the lead, which they did by some margin. However, the Gents were having none of it and fought back to get within striking distance of the Ladies score. Unfortunately, the Gents eventually ran out of steam and the Ladies prevailed 35‐33! Perhaps next time for the Gents.

The Club held their Annual General Mee ng in the Autumn when a number of commi ee members decided to stand down. Subsequently, applica ons were invited for Club members to

be nominated for posi ons on the commi ee. As a result, Ron Pavier was elected Chairman and Clive Griffiths elected Secretary. Liz Colwell offered to remain as Treasurer in a non‐execu ve capacity so the Clubs affairs remain in safe hands.

The club plays at the Barn on Mondays (2‐4pm); Tuesday mornings (10.30am‐12.30pm) and afternoons (2‐4pm), and Wednesdays (10am‐12pm). If you would like to give the game a try and need further information, please call Paul Hayman on 01903 245023 or alternatively see the club posters in the library or village green noticeboard.

We are a friendly club that offers two taster sessions free of charge so that prospective new members can see if the game is for them.

2014‐2024: A decade of helping people

Li lehampton and District Foodbank

Ten years ago, sessions at the Li lehampton and District Foodbank were fairly quiet affairs, some not even a rac ng a single client. But roll forward to 2024 when the Foodbank marked its 10‐year anniversary and the picture is completely different.

Sessions nowadays are very busy, regularly dealing with clients in financial crisis from 20 or more households every session. In 2014, the three most common causes of financial crisis in foodbank clients were delayed wages, debt, and unemployment. Causes today include the rising cost of essen als, priority debt (which is mortgage or rent arrears, u lity bills, council tax etc) and ill health.

In its first year, the foodbank provided food to 1,298 people from 570 households. In the tenth year, emergency food parcels were provided to 2,965 people from 697 individual households — an increase in people of 28%.

In a decade of providing support to people in need, the foodbank has provided emergency food parcels to 18,214 people from 2,567 individual households. More than a third of those people were children.

Foodbank managers report that more families are seeking help, yet many of the newer clients are employed, some mes with two jobs, but s ll cannot make ends meet. “We have clients who tell us they used to donate food to us and cannot believe they now need to receive it.”

In 10 years, the Foodbank received almost 250 tonnes of dona ons and gave out nearly 246 tonnes. But in the tenth year of opera on, dona ons fell by 10% on the previous year,

despite providing food for 5% more people. This meant in the last three calendar years the amount of food the foodbank has had to buy rose from 7% in 2022 to 21% in 2024.

So now the foodbank needs even more help from a community which has always been so suppor ve.

One of the managers, Sam, said, “We always need more volunteers and of course food: dona ons have always been so generous. We understand why these have fallen. And of course, financial support is always needed, now more than ever as we frequently have to buy food to top up stock. If anyone feels they could donate say £10 per month — £1 for each of the 10 years we’ve been running — we would be so grateful.” Details on how you can support the Foodbank can be found on the website www.li lehamptondistrict.foodbank.org.uk

Dona ons can be made direct to the Chari es Aid Founda on (CAF) bank: Account name: Li lehampton Foodbank, Sort code 40‐52‐40, Account no. 00026671

Sussex Chari es Share £100,000 Grant

from Local Businessman

For the second year, The David Hunt Trust, based in East Preston, were pleased to announce the award winners for the £100,000 Charity Giveaway. The Trustees selected 30 Sussex‐based chari es from the 150 applica ons to share the £100,000.

The money was to be divided among the most rewarding chari es and community projects

A selec on panel chose 30 award winners, ranging from £500 to £20,000. There was not one clear winner so it was decided to have two £10,000 Grants. The top two grants were awarded to the Lavinia Norfolk Centre in Angmering for funding for a pool pod for hydrotherapy, and to Friends of Heron Dale School to fund a new sunshine coach.

The awards were presented at a ceremony held on 20thNovember at the Ham Manor Golf Club. It was a lovely a ernoon with representa ves of the selected chari es a ending to receive their grants. They brought tears and displays of emo on that were so upli ing.

A buffet was served for the award‐winners, together with their guests.

The MC was trustee Dr Lucy Brennan and she was assisted by Catherine Mackenzie, another trustee who presented the cheques. Also a big thank you to Jules Cha erton, Rachael and Debbie trustees and assistant.

A er receiving their cheque, each charity had a few words with the founder David Hunt, nowadays confined to a wheelchair with spinal cord damage.

Approximately 60 people were in a endance at the event, which everybody agreed was a huge success. It is hoped that this event will be held again next year.

David, now in his eigh es summed up the a ernoon explaining his reasons for star ng the charity when he sold his business. He received much applause.

Some of the selected beneficiaries were: Waves Music Therapy, Wadars Wildlife Rescue, Li le Life Savers, which teaches children basic life saving skills, Worthing Theatres funding to install a disability ramp, MND, and Care For Veterans. To see a full list, please email thedavidhun rust@gmail.com

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New Community‐Funded Robe

worn by the Mayor of Worthing

The Mayor of Worthing, Councillor Ibsha Choudhury, debuted a new mayoral robe at the town’s remembrance services thanks to fundraising led by the local community. Residents worked together to fund the crea on of a new animal‐friendly mayoral robe a er concerns that the town’s historic robes were not appropriate for all wearers.

Worthing’s original mayoral robe dates back to 1890 and has been worn by successive first ci zens for special civic occasions.

The original scarlet robe is lined with Russian sable fur and worn with white gloves, lace cuffs and a lace jabot.

To ensure the tradi on of the town’s mayoral robes remains accessible to mayors of all beliefs and backgrounds, former Mayor of Worthing Lionel Harman, an alderman of the borough, launched a fundraiser this summer to create a new and inclusive robe for future Worthing mayors.

More than £2,300 was raised by members of the public for the appeal, which was supported by Paul Holden, the editor of The Worthing Journal. Once the target had been met, Mr Harman used the funds to order the new robe.

Following its crea on, the new mayoral robe was formally presented to Councillor Choudhury in the Mayor’s Parlour at Worthing Town Hall by Mr Harman.

Councillor Sophie Cox, the leader of Worthing Borough Council, said: “It’s great that the council now has a mayoral robe that can be worn by people of any background for many years to come. With the mayor’s original robe and chain being funded by residents, it’s lovely that the new animal‐friendly robe has been funded in the same way. I’d like to thank Mr Harman and everyone that contributed to the appeal for their generous dona ons.”

The new animal‐friendly robe was worn for the first me by Cllr Choudhury at Worthing’s Remembrance Sunday and Armis ce Day services on 10th and 11th November.

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Out With the Old

…and Give it to 4Sight Vision Support!

When we welcome the New Year, it’s a great me to reaffirm a commitment to recycling our everyday items to do our bit for the environment. 4Sight Vision Support (4SVS) will be pleased to take some domes c recycling off your hands, plus a range of old household items you might have lying around gathering dust! They would also be grateful for new and unopened Christmas gi s that you decide ‘aren’t for you’, to use as raffle and auc on prizes.

4SVS’s long‐established recycling scheme helps to raise funds to support blind and par ally sighted residents across the county. Items collected include jewellery and watches (any condi on or age), old or foreign coins and notes, and stamps from everyday post or stamp collec ons. Household items needed include old mobile phones, game consoles, cameras, video cameras, sat navs, ipods and MP3 players. 4SVS would even love to have your old car, as they are now working with Scrap Car Comparison to turn old cars into cash!

Many addi onal accepted items would otherwise go to landfill: these include cracker, biscuit and cake wrappers, Pringles tubes,

mini cheese nets, bread or bakery plas c packaging, including plas c trays, zipper bags, plas c packs, closure tags; cheese packets (please wash these first) and ink cartridges (except laser toner cartridges).

Further details of items for recycling can be found at www.4sight.org.uk/recycle

Items and unwanted Christmas gi s can be dropped off at the Head Office on Victoria Drive, Bognor Regis, or at the charity’s office in the Shoreham Centre, Pond Road, during normal office hours.

For further details please call the Fundraising Team on 01243 828555 or email fundraising@4sight.org.uk

Happy Gums Happy Health

by Raxit Aryal ‐ Associate Den st, Ferring Dental Prac ce

The main cause of gum disease is bacteria found in dental plaque. This is the s cky white film that forms on your teeth daily. The bacteria produce poisons that irritate the gums and cause them to become inflamed, turn red and bleed easily, par cularly when brushing. This is known as gingivi s, and can be resolved with effec ve oral hygiene and scaling. If le for longer, gingivi s may progress into periodon s.

Approximately 80% of the popula on have some form of periodontal disease, also known as gum disease. These diseases are o en painless un l the much later stages, and therefore can go undetected un l it is too late to save the teeth. If le untreated, it can destroy the bone and ssues that surround the teeth, causing them to become loose, painful, and eventually be lost. Other signs and symptoms of gum disease include bleeding gums, bad breath or a bad taste, swelling and abscesses, receding gums, and loose teeth, although not everybody has these symptoms. The end point is loose teeth that can’t be saved. There is also evidence suppor ng the rela onship of gum disease being a risk factor for heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthri s and other inflammatory diseases.

Diabetes: There is evidence periodontal disease can increase blood sugar levels in people with diabetes

Rheumatoid arthri s: Evidence showing certain strains of bacteria found within periodontal disease pa ents may cause inflammatory responses playing a role in the development of rheumatoid arthri s, which itself is a long‐term inflammatory disease.

Cardiovascular disease: Long established data showing bacteria found within chronic periodontal disease patients are risk markers for cardiovascular disease, heart attack and stroke. Chronic kidney disease: A significant associa on between inflamma on in periodontal ssue and chronic kidney disease through inflammatory pathways. The research goes on; the link between periodontal disease and systemic health is clear. Our mouths are great indicators to our general overall well‐being and inflamma on lies at the heart of this.

How to treat it

1. Oral hygiene instruc on – it may sound simple, but cleaning your teeth and gums effec vely is not an easy task to achieve. We need to teach you how to be able to carry out effec ve homecare in order to treat the disease.

2. Mechanical cleaning – this involves removal of all the plaque, bacteria, toxins, inflamed ssue and hard calculus deposits above and below the gumline, along with smoothing any restora ons, such as fillings, which may be ac ng as plaque traps.

3. Reassessment – this is carried out two months a er the comple on of ac ve treatment. At this stage, the pockets are re‐measured. The hope is that the gum “s cks” back to the tooth, thereby elimina ng the pocket, and therefore the area around the tooth that can harbour infec on. It may be that some pockets remain following ini al therapy, and reassessment will help determine why this is the case and decisions can then be made about what can be done about it. This may involve further oral hygiene instruc on, further scaling, use of an bio cs, or surgical management.

We at Ferring Dental Prac ce take your gums very seriously. We have not only invested in the latest technologies such as lasers to treat your gum disease, we have invested heavily in our own educa on to bring to you cu ng edge knowledge in the management of this disease. We will provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and maintenance pathways specific to your oral health needs and will work with you to improve your oral health significantly.

Sweet Potato and Cauli

Coconut

Curry

Prepara on and cooking me: 35‐40 minutes.

Serves: 4

Ingredients

500g sweet potatoes

Vegetable oil

1 large cauliflower

1 onion, chopped

Thumb‐sized piece peeled root ginger

2 red chillies

5 garlic cloves

2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp ground turmeric

1 x 400g n full‐fat coconut milk

1 x 30g pack flat‐leaf parsley, leaves picked Method

Preheat the oven to 220°C, fan 200°C, gas 7. Chop the unpeeled sweet potatoes into 2cm cubes. Toss in a bowl with a tablespoon of oil then season and place into a large baking tray. Roast for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the cauliflower. Remove the outer leaves and cut the head into florets. Add these to the tray with another tablespoon of oil and a li le more seasoning. Toss the veg to mix then roast the cauli with the sweet potato for another 15 minutes or un l the vegetables are tender.

Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a frying pan then fry the chopped onion for 5 minutes or un l translucent.

Deseed the chillies then thinly slice, and finely chop the ginger and garlic. Add these to the pan along with the spices and cook for 2 minutes. Add the coconut milk, 200ml of water and season to taste. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.

Remove the roasted sweet potato and cauliflower from the oven and s r the roasted vegetables into the curry sauce. Simmer for 3‐4 minutes, then throw in the parsley. Adjust the seasoning to taste then serve the curry alongside jasmine rice.

Ferring Gardening Club

At our November mee ng, Ma hew Phelps gave the club a talk about the Knepp Estate and its rewilding over the past 20 years. The estate chose to change from a tradi onal farming venture to a rewilding project because the amount of land available and the high costs meant that tradi onal farming was no longer viable.

Ma hew said it was a common misconcep on that rewilding just meant le ng nature take its course and watching the landscape be covered with random growth. The reality is that the whole process has to be managed and monitored to ensure the maximum amount of diversity in both plants and wildlife. This starts with confirming what is actually on the land and then using this informa on to encourage plants and wildlife to thrive.

A number of major changes to the land were made, such as realigning streams and providing ponds and marshy areas. This had benefits in slowing the runoff of water into the rivers Arun and Adur, which helps with possible flooding issues in the river valleys. The change in the water courses meant that insect numbers grew which in turn brought more birds into the estate and encouraged wading birds to use the land for roos ng and stop overs. Due to the farming machinery compac ng the soil and the use of fer lizer the soils condi on was poor.

To rec fy this, Tamworth pigs were introduced to grub through the soil, ac ng as natural ploughs, elimina ng pests and unwelcome plants and allowing the dormant seeds to generate. The estate introduced Old English Longhorn Ca le and Exmoor Ponies to cull the vegeta on and keep back the scrub. All these changes have given a massive boost to the

insect popula on with 98 bu erfly species being found on the estate.

Beavers were introduced to help with slowing the water flow and the felling of trees. Although, this was not without some issues as the first two beavers managed to escape from their enclosure. Since then, a further introduc on has taken place with the current Beavers breeding successfully. The plan is to provide greater freedom to the beavers and influence the landscape and increase diversity. December’s mee ng was a Christmas social event for members to celebrate the year and enjoy each other’s company.

Thursday 2nd January sees Mark Saunders giving a talk on Beau ful Garden Dahlias. Mark is no stranger to the club as he has given us a number of talks over the years including the Life of a Head Gardener and Tulip Growing.

All of our mee ngs are held in the Village Hall. The fee for non‐members is £3, including refreshments. All are welcome.

We are a friendly club and welcome visitors. If you are interested in joining us, either come along to one of our mee ngs or contact our Membership Secretary Gwen Newman 01903 249655 memsecfgc@gmail.com. You can also find us on Facebook under Ferring Gardening Club.

Ten Bees and the Stories They Tell

Ferring Conserva on Group Mee ng

James Power, the author of a recently published book, The Bees of Sussex, was welcomed to Ferring Conserva on Group’s last mee ng of the year to present an illustrated talk en tled ‘Ten Bees and the Stories They Tell’.

James told the Group that he spent much of his childhood exploring the wide‐open spaces of Salisbury Plain. His interest began when he discovered the diverse range of wildlife around him there and this ul mately led to a career las ng almost 40 years in nature conserva on.

James’s career included working for two different Wildlife Trusts, DEFRA, the Severn Gorge Countryside Trust and The Na onal Trust; within Britain James has worked in Wiltshire, Yorkshire, Surrey, Shropshire and now he’s in Sussex.

For 15 years, James has studied bees and his talk gave a snapshot of the wild bee popula ons as they shi  and adapt with some species thriving and others sadly becoming ex nct.

With approximately 229 species of wild bees recorded in Sussex, James selected just ten to demonstrate how climate change has been devasta ng to some and advantageous to other species. Two examples are Cullum’s Bumblebee, which has now disappeared from the UK but is s ll found in Europe and Asia, although also in decline in these areas. The Ruderal Bumblebee has had more success with a good distribu on throughout the south and south‐east of England together with sigh ngs in Northern Ireland.

A er a break for tea and welcome mince pies, Graham Tuppen took to the floor to advise members and visitors about the recent wildlife seen in and around the village. Along with Brent Geese, Stonechats, the resident White Starling which is now four years old and a familiar sight in Ferring, a Greenfinch and a Blackcap had been spo ed by members.

Along the Rife a Kingfisher, Sparrow Hawk, and a Great White Egret (the first known sigh ng of this the largest of the Egret family) were seen. Also, in a road near to the Rife, a single Ring‐necked Parakeet was spo ed in a tree – these birds, which are originally from Africa and Southern Asia, are now widespread in the UK.

To conclude the mee ng, Stephen Abbo   advised members of planning updates with applica ons s ll to be decided by Arun DC for the separate dwelling in the back garden of 1 Sea Drive and the addi onal two‐bedroom extension for Greystoke Manor Care Home.

Is Your Will Affected by the Budget?

Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP, looks at the impact of another Budget change that could increase the Inheritance Tax on your estate.

Understandably, the Budget changes to small businesses and farms have grabbed a lot of headlines. However, other measures are likely to affect many more people.

One of the simplest measures announced was a freeze on the Inheritance Tax Nil Rate Band un l 6th April 2030.

The standard Nil Rate Band has been £325,000 since 6th April 2009. Back then, the average house price in England was a li le under £161,000. More than 21 years later, the average house price has risen by 92%, but the standard Nil Rate Band has not changed at all. Unsurprisingly, this

“fiscal drag” means that in 2023/24, HMRC collected £7.5billion, which is three  mes more than in 2009/10.

What is your maximum Nil Rate Band? This is a very complex area, but the basics are:

 Single/divorced without children or grandchildren: £325,000.

 Single/divorced with children or grandchildren: £500,000.

 Married/Civil Partners/widow without children or grandchildren: £650,000.

 Married/Civil Partners/widow with children or grandchildren: £1million.

However, un l late 2007, the maximum Nil Rate for an individual or a married couple was only £325,000. The main way for a married couple to save Inheritance Tax before October 2007 was to create Nil Rate Band Discre onary Trusts in their Wills.

Changes in 2017 increased the Nil Rate Band for a married couple with children or grandchildren to £1million. However, you only qualify for the £350,000 increase if your home is given outright to your children or grandchildren (stepchildren and step‐grandchildren also qualify). If your Will contains an old‐fashioned Nil Rate Band Discre onary Trust, you miss out on that increase. Your estate will pay an extra £140,000 in Inheritance Tax, so your family will inherit £140,000 less, simply because you never updated your Will.

What ac on do you need to take? First, locate your copy of your Will and check the date on it. If it was made before 2008, it needs to be reviewed urgently as your estate is at risk of paying extra Inheritance Tax when you die. If your Will was made before April 2017, it also needs to be reviewed, although it is less likely that changes will need to be made to save Inheritance Tax.

Second, contact me to book a free, no obliga on, ini al appointment to check whether your Will needs to be updated. I am based in our Arundel office, but free home visits are available.

You can contact me by calling Monan Gozze   LLP on 01903 927055, or by email to ssampson@monangozze .com.

Stephen Sampson

Ferring Roads Scheme Associa on

Working hard on your behalf…

We hope you all had an enjoyable Christmas and are feeling refreshed for the coming year. The FRSA focus for 2024 was very much on drainage. We have also completed the work at Gem Garage/Brook Lane, which has been a problem area for many years.

We have spent many months fact‐finding, commissioning CCTV work and undertaking gully clearing. We are now in a very strong posi on to start 2025 armed with all this informa on.

Conway undertook a detailed CCTV survey of the drains (gullypots/soakaways) in the village over a three‐day period (30th September to 2nd October). We asked them to check 45 sites and received a very detailed report of all the sites completed. The report contains significant technical details and some contradictory informa on.

To have a be er understanding of what is required, a mee ng was arranged with Conway on 19th November. The inten on is to proceed with the ‘repair work’ recommended by them. Several of the sites require ac on/work that Conway are unable to undertake, so we will be obtaining quota ons for these works from other contractors.

One thing that was very disappoin ng to find out was that several gullies had been blocked by the disposal of concrete, tarmac, rubble and other builders’ waste. With so much renova on and new building work being carried out in the village, we urge you to ensure that any tradesmen you employ are instructed to

dispose of waste with care.

During 2024, we did not want to waste any of your funds un l we had a clear view of what further work was needed. We will now be moving swi ly forward in ge ng works ac oned in the problem areas that have been iden fied.

To enable us to keep in touch with people who do not use email, we are recrui ng road wardens. This involves delivering le ers approximately three mes a year and repor ng any potholes you may see during your normal ac vi es.

If you have a li le free me and would like to help us, please contact Nikki by email wardens@frsa.uk or phone 07456 091488

We will con nue to work hard on your behalf and wish to thank all our members for their con nued support.

We wish all members health and happiness in the New Year.

A er School Tui on at Lancing Prep Worthing

Lancing Prep Worthing now offers small group a er‐school tui on to Year 5 and 6 pupils that a end other schools.

Sessions are subject‐specific and held in English, Maths and Science. Whether parents are looking for extra support for their children in the lead‐up to SATS or if a child just has a passion in a par cular subject area, Lancing Prep Worthing can help.

Each session will run with a maximum class size of 15, and children will be provided with a healthy snack. Tutors are enthusias c, highly qualified and have many years of teaching experience. Sessions are only £16.50 and paid for in half‐term blocks in advance.

Head, Mrs Francesca Milling, says, “I am thrilled that we are extending our provision at Lancing Prep Worthing to offer a er‐school small group tui on to children in our local area. Small group tui on is proven to be an excellent way to support children in making effec ve progress.

Our experienced tutors will work closely with the children to match their needs as learners, to boost their confidence and most importantly, to ins l a love of learning.”

Read more about the a er‐school tui on available here: www.lancingcollege.co.uk/prep‐worthing/a er‐school‐tui on

Plenty to celebrate and look forward to Arun

Art Society

A er an even ul summer, Arun Art Society has returned to its indoor programme with the benefit of an extra room at their mee ng place, Ferring Village Hall. This provides a separate area for specific subjects, such as s ll life and portraiture, in addi on to the room where members follow their own projects.

Before the year ends, we have our Christmas lunch when members of this friendly and welcoming group swap their ar st’s smocks for fes ve jumpers and enjoy a social event.

In January, Stewart Becke , a Sky Portrait Ar st of the Year par cipant, will give an oil and acrylic demo; in February, Denise Allen will deliver a watercolour and acrylics demo, and in March there will be a watercolour workshop with Jake Winkle. Guests can a end the demos for a small fee.

This year the Society’s Annual Exhibi on was held in Ferring’s Bap st Church during the village fes val. The church provides a light and airy venue that’s ideal for displaying our work. Aside from the large number of visitors and the sale of several pain ngs, ceramics and gree ng cards, the raffle of a pain ng raised £300 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

In September a number of our members, including a few from neighbouring Arundel Art Society, a ended a pain ng holiday at the Kingcombe Visitor Centre in rural Dorset. Two beau ful sunny days were spent sketching and pain ng the nearby buildings, woodland and surrounding hills on this 60‐acre estate, which also includes the River Hook, so ample subject ma er was on hand. In the evening the group sampled some interes ng Dorset folk music in the local pub.

Arun Art Society meets every Wednesday from 10:00am to midday, from September to May. There is a weekly outdoor programme from June to September. For further details please email arunartsociety@gmail.com. If any business is interested in displaying artwork for sale, please visit www.arunartsociety.com

Deckchair by Julie Burne ‐Kirk.

A familiar sight for regular visitors to Ferring beach.

A pastel and charcoal demonstra on with Debbie Hinks in October.

New Lakeland store arrives at Haskins

A brand‐new Lakeland store opened at Haskins Roundstone in November, enhancing the Angmering centre’s offering to the local area.

Lakeland, taking its name from its founding home in Windermere in the Lake District, offers a variety of high‐quality cooking, baking, cleaning, and laundry products. The new store creates nine jobs in the area and Roundstone becomes the second store based at Haskins, following a Snowhill branch launched in November 2023.

Nick Joad, Centre Manager at Haskins Roundstone, said, “Our Roundstone centre is already a leading shopping des na on in the local community, and Lakeland’s recognised and celebrated quality product range further enhances this offering. Everyone at Roundstone is excited to see the new store open within our centre this autumn.”

Haskins Roundstone is already home to a family ‐friendly restaurant, a broad selec on of outdoor and indoor plants, garden furniture, quality food and drink, and clothing. The centre provides an indispensable plant advice centre with knowledgeable staff, a variety of facili es, making it a hugely popular des na on for local families and shoppers.

The new Lakeland store further elevates Roundstone’s offering, filled with tried‐and‐tested solu ons for the kitchen and home. Friendly and knowledgeable store colleagues will be on hand to help customers discover quality home products that last the test of me.

Antiques,

Emma Kay, Head of Property and Programme Management at Lakeland, added, “Having grown from humble beginnings through a passion for quality and customer care, Haskins, much like Lakeland, has established itself as a go‐to des na on with strong roots in the local community and a loyal following. It’s a pleasure to be working in partnership with a like‐minded family business which shares our values. We can’t wait to open the doors to customers old and new.”

For more informa on on Haskins Garden Centres and the huge variety of plants and gardening advice available, please visit www.haskins.co.uk, follow @HaskinsGarden on Twi er and @HaskinsGardenCentres on Facebook to share any garden‐related queries and keep up to date with all the latest news.

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Winter Sun

Are you dreaming of trading the West Sussex chill for a tropical paradise? Who wouldn’t?

By Hayley’s Tailor Made Travel, East Preston

Picture this: powdery white sands, crystal‐clear turquoise waters, and the soothing sound of waves gently lapping against the shore. Whether you’re drawn to the Maldives’ overwater bungalows or the Caribbean’s laidback island vibes, read on as we’ve got you covered.

As winter se les over our beau ful village, the predictable frost‐covered mornings, endless rain, and early evenings makes escaping to sunnier climes par cularly temp ng. For those in search of warmth, azure seas, and the joy of pu ng on four layers just to pop to the One Stop, the Maldives and the Caribbean stand out as perfect des na ons for a winter getaway.

The Maldives: An Instagram‐worthy Paradise

The Maldives is the picture‐perfect getaway famous for its white‐sand beaches, turquoise waters, and overwater villas. Located in the Indian Ocean, it’s made for those looking to relax and soak in the sun. From November to April, the Maldives boasts warm, dry weather with temperatures around 28°C perfect for escaping the chill of winter walks.

While it’s a top des na on for luxury resorts, there are more affordable op ons available, such as guesthouses on local islands, where you can enjoy the same stunning surroundings. Beyond relaxa on, the Maldives offers world‐class snorkelling and diving, with vibrant coral reefs and the chance to see manta rays and turtles.

The Caribbean: Vibrant and Lively

If the Maldives is a peaceful retreat, the Caribbean is its livelier cousin. With islands sca ered across the warm Atlan c waters, the Caribbean offers something for everyone: rum, reggae, and endless sun. From December to April, temperatures hover around 27°C, making it the perfect an dote to the UK’s grey winter. Each island has its own charm Jamaica is full of life and music, Barbados offers tranquil charm with palm‐lined beaches, and St. Lucia

features drama c volcanic landscapes. Whether you’re enjoying the beaches of An gua, exploring Dominica’s rainforests, or snorkelling in the Cayman Islands, the Caribbean has something for everyone. It’s also an ideal des na on for water sports, with opportuni es for sailing, paddleboarding, and more.

Before you book your dream holiday, keep these ps in mind:

Flight Times: The Maldives about 10 hours of flight  me, while the Caribbean takes 8 to 12 hours depending on the island. Perfect for catching up on sleep or finishing that book!

Peak Season: Winter is peak travel season, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment or ge ng stuck in a hotel with “rus c” ameni es (no Wi‐Fi).

Essen als: Sunscreen! no one wants to come back looking like a lobster. And don’t forget your power adapter!

Why Go?

Let’s face it: winter in the UK isn’t for the faint‐hearted. If the idea of swapping thermal socks for flip‐flops sounds appealing, a winter sun holiday might be just what you need. Whether it’s the tranquil Maldives or the vibrant Caribbean, you’ll return refreshed. Contact Hayley’s Tailor‐Made Travel for more details! 07900 688610

Pollution in Worthing’s bathing water sites?

Teams from Worthing Borough Council are working with the Environment Agency and Southern Water to identify sources of pollution impacting the town’s seawater.

The publication by the Environment Agency of the nation’s bathing water classifications for the year highlights the work needed locally to improve water quality for the benefit of everyone who lives, works and visits the town.

Over the summer, the Environment Agency tested the seawater at Goring Beach and Beach House for the first time for harmful bacteria, after the council successfully applied to the government for bathing water status. Prior to that, no information was available on the water quality at either site.

The Goring Beach site has been classified as ‘sufficient’ seawater quality, while Beach House, the stretch of sea located off Beach House Grounds, has been classified as ‘poor’.

The Environment Agency, Southern Water and council officers have already tackled one source of pollution present in the samples — located and halted around the Worthing Beach House area.

By tracing a sign of pollution back, Southern Water identified that the area’s surface water system, which transports rainwater to the sea, was being unknowingly contaminated with foul water by a local property. The owner worked with the water company to quickly correct the historic misconnection.

Disappointingly, the existing bathing site at Heene Road has been downgraded to ‘sufficient’ this year, following 'good’ classifications for the past three years.

Investigations are ongoing to identify the sources of pollution at all the sites.

Cllr Vicki Wells, Worthing’s cabinet member for environmental services, said: “We’re disappointed with these water quality classifications, but the additional data will help much‐needed improvements.

“This is the first time we’ve been able to get an accurate picture of the water quality at Beach House and Goring Beach, following our applications to the government to designate the areas and have them tested by the Environment Agency.

“Working with our partners, we’re committed to improving water quality for nature and ensure our communities can enjoy cleaner seas along our coast. This wouldn’t be possible without our new bathing sites and I welcome the government’s new public consultation on improving the bathing water regulations.”

Bathing water results are judged by the Environment Agency following its seawater samples being taken during the UK bathing season, which runs from May to September.

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs recently launched a new consultation seeking the public’s views on its proposed changes to the Bathing Water Regulations 2013, which could see a number of changes introduced, such as removing fixed season dates and improved water quality measures.

25th anniversary of Arun Business Awards

A gli ering awards ceremony was held in early November to announce the winners of the 25th annual Arun Business Awards. Launched in 1999, the awards a racted more than 130 entries showcasing the wide variety of businesses within the district. The winners were drawn from an impressive array of entries, with finalists announced last month.

Held at Fontwell Park Racecourse, the special anniversary ceremony was compered by Miriam Nicholls, who runs the very successful Arun Business Partnership and is Business and Economy Manager at Arun District Council. Winners were awarded a trophy on the night, which wouldn’t have been possible without the fantas c support of all the sponsors.

Councillor Mar n Lury, Leader of Arun District Council, said: “The evening was a fantas c celebra on of the diverse businesses we are lucky to have in our district and everyone nominated should feel proud, whether they won on the night or not. It takes real skill and hard work to make a business thrive in a difficult market. Well done to everyone!”

The winners are:

New Business of the Year Award

Hands Solo Hair

Marke ng and Promo on Award

Regis Removals

Customer Care Award

Redwood & Sons Estate Agents

Website of the Year

Art with Tricia

Independent Retailer of the Year Award

J W Sports Training and Development Award

The White Swan, Arundel

Sussex by the Sea Tourism Award

The Beach Club, Li lehampton (pictured below)

Green Business Award

On Corner

Charity or Community Interest Company of the Year

Crea ve Heart

The Robert Warham Award for Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Jenson Mason from Valet Plus

Business of the Year over 10 employees

Regis Removals

Business of the Year 6‐10 Employees

Just Learn

Small Business of the Year up to 5 employees

Upper Crust

Employee or Team of the Year

Neil Carter – N L Autos

Employer of the Year

Meridian Medical

Business Person of the Year

Hollie Wride – The Steakist

Overall Business of the Year Award

Regis Removals

With much gra tude to our sponsors: N L Autos, Redwood & Sons Estate Agents, The Aldingbourne Trust, South Coast Cleaning & Property Care, V2 Radio, Upper Crust, Meridian Medical, L. Guess Jewellers, Survival 2 Significance Consultancy, JNR Computer Services, The HR Department Sussex‐by‐the‐Sea, Regis Removals, The Beachcro  Hotel, Just Shu ers, Woods Travel, Rainbow Interna onal, and Rolls Royce Motor Cars.

Arun Business Partnership has more than 3,000 members, who generate business and employment in and around the Arun area.

Mee ngs regularly a ract over 70 businesses and members receive monthly newsle ers promo ng financial support and grants, introduc ons to new members and local business and employment opportuni es. Best of all, membership is free! For informa on on how to join the partnership visit www.arunbusinesspartnership.co.uk.

Worthing Borough Council

joins the City of Sanctuary movement

Worthing Borough Council has taken the first step towards becoming a council of sanctuary for people fleeing violence and persecu on. The council has registered to join the City of Sanctuary movement an umbrella organisa on that supports councils and groups in developing local mul ‐agency refugee networks to help support displaced people to rebuild their lives.

As a council for the community, Worthing Borough Council strives to ensure that Worthing is a place where everyone feels valued, included and safe.

A cabinet role has been created to focus on equali es, inclusion and community safety, and the council is already having conversa ons with community leaders, stakeholders and partners to find ways to address the challenges of crea ng community cohesion.

The council is also working with a range of partners to ensure that communi es are safe and supported, with a focus on reducing crime, preven ng an ‐social behaviour, and safeguarding vulnerable residents.

By redesigning the way it works, the council is making it easier for people to get involved in ac vi es that help strengthen their communi es and is ensuring that its services are easy to access for everyone, especially those who may need extra support with the cost of living.

Joining the City of Sanctuary movement is the next step in the council’s ongoing work on inclusion and cohesion and was unanimously supported by all councillors a er a mo on was put forward at last month’s full council mee ng by Green Party councillor Claire Hunt.

The mo on called for Worthing to be a town that welcomes all people wherever they are from and specifically men ons a need to seek community cohesion between residents and travelling communi es, including gypsies and travellers.

The council was also urged to consider how to engage with key stakeholders, staff and residents to gather their experiences of racism, migra on and community cohesion.

In the coming months, the council will host a series of community conversa ons with groups, partners and residents on how to work together to support people seeking sanctuary, building on what local organisa ons are already doing in this space across different sectors.

Cllr Rosey Whorlow, Worthing’s cabinet member for safety, equali es and inclusion, said: “In Worthing, people seeking sanctuary are welcome and any violence or hate speech targeted at any of our diverse communi es will not be tolerated and will be ac vely challenged at every opportunity.

“In order to really uphold the values and work needed to really improve the experiences of refugees and other minority groups, we hope that councillors from all par es can work together to make this town the best it can be.”

You can find out more about the council’s work on conclusion and cohesion here: h ps:// www.adur‐worthing.gov.uk/about‐the‐councils/ corporate‐strategies‐and‐policies/inclusion‐and‐cohesion/.

Happy New Year

Rev’d Shirley, St Andrew’s Church

It was really good to see so many of you over Christmas and to see all the celebra ons across the village. Christmas is definitely a favourite me of year for me but also the busiest and I quite like ge ng to January and drawing breath. However, we are always looking forward at St Andrews and the Social Commi ee are mee ng in the next few days to compile our social ac vi es for the year. These will be posted on our website www.standrewsferring.org.uk, and I will keep you informed through this magazine. You are always welcome to join us.

As we look to another year, we do not know what lies ahead both for us personally or for our world. It is a challenging  me which can leave us feeling unse led or anxious. In the church calendar, January is a  me for thinking about Jesus’ early years on earth and these too were unse led. Once the wise men had visited, his parents received news that Herod was out to destroy them. They had to take Jesus and flee to Egypt un l Herod died. It must have been terrifying. They knew what is was to feel worried.

Many  mes throughout the Bible we are told not to be afraid. God knows we can find this world difficult and he has promised to always walk life’s journey with us and alongside us. So, as we go into 2025, may you know the comfort and peace of God in whatever situa on you face.

Arunners Running Club

Arunners is a friendly and welcoming Li lehampton‐based running club aimed at people who can already run 5k but are keen to improve. 2024 saw the club con nue to grow and we currently have over 170 members ranging from under 20s to over 75s and equal numbers of men and women.

We meet every Wednesday at 6:30pm, usually outside the Windmill Cinema and Theatre during winter and at different loca ons in the stunning Sussex countryside during summer. We normally offer 3‐mile or 6‐mile distances, organised into different pace groups, each with a qualified Run Leader. On Tuesdays at 7pm we have an interval training session for members wishing to improve their speed and stamina.

Members can also par cipate in social runs and compete in races of varying distances from 5K to Ultra‐Marathons, so there is something to suit everybody. If you are interested in joining us then please visit our website h ps:// arunners.wildapricot.org/ and follow the links to register for a free six‐week trial period. Running is the very simplest form of exercise. You just need a pair of running shoes and

somewhere safe to do it. Even a very small amount of running will bring you immediate benefits as your heart, lungs and muscles respond to the efforts you are making. A great workout for mind and body.

Arunners offer a simple way to start running. Our Couch to 5K course is free to join. This will get you going in very gentle stages over nine weeks un l you get to 5K.

You can do this on your own, but for many people an easier way is to get some more direct support. Our trained running leaders guide you on the Couch to 5K course using the NHS plan. The goal at the end is to run the Li lehampton 5K Parkrun. We run C25K courses several  mes a year according to demand. For details, email ian_pu @msn.com

Parkrun takes place at 9am on Saturdays and is free. You register online and are given a barcode. Take part in any Parkrun, have your barcode scanned at the finish and the results are emailed to you that day. Local Parkruns are Li lehampton, Bognor, Worthing, Lancing and Chichester. Many Arunners are involved in organising and taking part in the Li lehampton Prom Parkrun and Li lehampton Junior Parkrun, so you will soon see familiar faces.

The club is a member of the West Sussex Fun Run League and the Sussex Grand Prix, both offering a programme of races in Sussex, mostly on Sunday mornings. Many Arunners took part in their first race at one of these events.

Sign up to Arunners free trial and see for yourself!

Enviromental New Year’s Resolu ons

Every year, millions of people make a new year’s resolu on. This year, instead of buying a gym membership that you will inevitably not end up using, we recommend you make a resolu on to help the environment instead.

There are lots of op ons such as reducing food waste, learning to mend your clothes or buying less plas c. This year we are recommending you make a pledge to become a be er recycler. It’s really easy to learn how to recycle more, it’s great for the planet and as an added bonus it won’t cost you any money.

In West Sussex it is thought that 12 per cent of people’s waste could be recycled at home instead. Recycling diverts usable materials from the waste stream, which is good news for everyone, including the council as disposing of waste costs the council money. On the other hand the council can sell recyclable materials for reuse.

So what do you need to do to increase your recycling? There are some key rules to follow to ensure more of what you put in your recycling bin can be sorted, packed and ultimately reused.

 Understand what can and can’t be recycled

 Ensure everything is loose if recyclables are ed in plas c bags none of it can be recycled

 Give your recycling a good rinse to get as much food off as possible

To help you learn what can and can’t be recycled, West Sussex County Council has an

A to Z list to look up individual items. You can

find the list by downloading either the Arun District Council or Adur and Worthing Councils app. The list contains a number of items you might not know were recyclable.

Did you know that we can now recycle so   plas c toothpaste tubes? Just wash these out as much as possible and add them to your wheelie bin. Other items which people o en don’t know are recyclable include blister packs and aluminium foil takeaway containers. One thing we don’t want, however, is shredded paper as if it gets wet it can clog up the sor ng machine.

If you look up an item that can’t be placed in your kerbside recycling, you may be able to recycle it another way. Residents can drop off   a large number of other materials by booking a slot at your local Recycling Centre. We have centres all over West Sussex, with the closest in Bognor Regis, Li lehampton and Worthing. Recycling Centres will take your garden waste, hard plas cs, electronic waste, oil, tex les and much more.

So this year why don’t you make a resolu on for the planet and become a great recycler.

Small and large screen entertainment

this January

With new releases and returning favourites, January is an exci ng  me for those who enjoy a night out at the cinema or at home in front of the TV.

We all crave escapism in the depths of winter and this month both the silver and small screens are delivering. There are exci ng new film releases, and some eagerly awaited TV favourites both on terrestrial and streaming pla orms. These are some of my highlights.

Large screen

We Live in Time

Scheduled for 1st January release, this roman c comedy starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh is also a real tearjerker. Main characters Tobias and Almut are thrown together by a shocking encounter which changes their lives forever. This is a very unconven onal love story but it’s very entertaining and likely to become a classic.

individual has most of the memories of the deceased one. This is one for sci‐fi buffs.

TV highlights

Dancing on Ice

Sunday evenings would not be the same without some glitz and glamour on the ice as we marvel at the spectacular costumes and who can actually stay upright. This year’s brave contestants feature former Eastender Charlie Brooks, ever‐youthful wildlife presenter Michaela Strachan, Sir Steve Redgrave and Dame Sarah Storey. The excitement begins on Sunday 12th January on ITV1.

Severance Season 2

The wait is over for fans of this sci‐fi hit a er season 1 ended on a cli anger. Adam Sco   again is Mark Scout, head of a team at Lumon Industries, whose employees have undergone a severance procedure to split their memories between their personal lives and their work lives. Producers are extremely  ght lipped about season 2, but assure fans that they won’t be disappointed. Severance begins streaming on Apple TV from 17th January.

The Night Agent Season 2

A Real Pain

Wri en, directed and produced by star Jesse Eisenberg, A Real Pain also features the brilliant Succession’s Kieran Culkin, Will Sharpe and Dirty Dancing’s Jennifer Grey. Eisenberg and Culkin’s characters are mismatched cousins who reunite for a tour through Poland in honour of their grandmother. With its odd twists and turns, years old tensions resurface. Mickey 17

Staring Bri sh actor Robert Pa nson and featuring Mark Ruffalo and Toni Collette, Mickey 17 is a specula ve science fic on movie with elements of dark comedy. As humans colonise the ice world of Niflheim, an expendable employee replaces another who has died but it quickly becomes apparent that this new

One of my favourite dramas of recent years The Night Agent introduced the world to the excellent Gabriel Basso as FBI Agent Peter Sutherland, a man with a massive target on his back. Season 1 moved at lightning speed and producers assure us season 2 will not disappoint, with viewers con nually wondering who Peter can trust, while offering to  e up the mystery of Peter’s late father. If you haven’t watched season 1, it is a must before the one starts. The Night Agent will stream on Ne lix from January.

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FADS March Produc on

Following on from the success of Li le Voice and Nineteen Eighty‐Four, Ferring Amateur Drama cs Society are very pleased to announce that their March 2025 produc on will be Pack of Lies, an intriguing drama based on a true story that gripped the na on in the six es.

Wri en by Hugh Whitemore, it tells the story of the Portland spy ring and reads like a Cold War thriller — Soviet agents with assumed identities, a secret radio transmi er and microdots hidden in books. However, the story didn’t play out in West Berlin or Washington DC, but in the London suburb of Ruislip. This is a gripping true‐life drama of decep on and betrayal about the spies in a suburban bungalow, which many may recall from the six es.

Directed by Roy Stevens, ckets will go on sale towards the end of January.

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Another Successful Year

for Tuff Fitty Triathlon Club

Having been celebrating at their recent awards evening, Tuff Fitty Triathlon Club can reflect on another highly successful year, which saw its membership increase again.

As one of the largest triathlon clubs in the south east, Tuff Fitty have seen an increasing number of runners joining them to look for their next challenge adding the swim and cycle disciplines to their run training.

Triathlon is suitable for all abilities as the sport encompasses distances from sprint through to the full Ironman distance of 140.6 miles. A sprint race usually sees athletes swim 400m in a pool before a 12‐mile cycle and 5k run, which is an attainable distance for people to try multisport. The next challenge can include longer distance, open water events, such as the Olympic distance, which the UK did so well at this summer during the Paris Olympics.

Last year was satisfying for the club, as through its weekly training sessions, athletes were helped to undertake their first triathlon and

step up to longer distances, with more trying the full Ironman for the first time.

World Triathlon sets the rules around the globe for competitors to race both at a European and world level. The UK governing body, British Triathlon, stages qualifying races for athletes to compete in age group competitions alongside professional triathletes. Tuff Fitty are particularly proud that seven of its members took part in European championships in France and Portugal, and six raced at World Championship events in Spain and Australia. Adding in Ironman‐branded events in the UK, Italy, Croatia, Estonia and New York, it can be seen that the club has kept busy.

Members have also raced extensively within the UK and 13 members have already qualified for Team GB age group teams for 2025.

Whilst the above events may sound daunting, for those interested in multisport, Tuff Fitty organise their own annual Frosty Aquathlon being staged for the 29th time on the 2nd March. Open to those who can cover the distance, there is a choice of a 400m pool swim at Littlehampton Wave, followed by a 5km run around Mewsbrook Park and the seafront promenade. There is also a longer 800m swim, 10km run event.

Further details about Tuff Fitty, or the Frosty Aquathlon can be found at www.tuff‐fitty.co.uk

Life Time Achievement Award

for Pioneering Air Ambulance Visionary

Kate Chivers, a pioneering air ambulance service visionary who founded Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), has been awarded the very first KSS Life me Achievement Award to mark the charity’s 35th anniversary.

The award was presented to Kate Chivers by KSS Chief Execu ve David Welch at an event to mark 35 years since the charity was launched on 6th November 1989. Since then, KSS has carried out over 46,000 missions, saving thousands of lives and providing the best possible outcomes for pa ents, keeping more families and loved ones together.

Pictured are KSS founder Kate Chivers, who received the first KSS Life me Achievement Award from Chief Execu ve David Welch.

David Welch, said: “It is my pleasure to present the very first KSS Life me Achievement Award to Kate Chivers, a truly remarkable woman. We’ve been on an incredible journey during the past 35 years, thanks to the vision and determina on of Kate and the amazing support of our staff, volunteers, former patients, their families, supporters and Trustees.“

KSS started as the South East Thames Air Ambulance, under the control of the regional health authority. When an ini al three months of funding came to an end Kate Chivers saw the need to establish it as an independent charity to secure the future of the service.

Over the past 35 years, KSS has become one of the largest air ambulance services in the UK, serving a resident popula on of around 5M and millions more transi ng through the region every year. It covers much of the South East of England – 3,500 square miles across Kent, Surrey and Sussex.

KSS has become a world‐leading Helicopter Emergency Medical Service with globally‐renowned Pre‐Hospital Emergency Medicine clinicians as part of its remarkable crew and an established reputa on for research and innova on helping to improve pa ent outcomes in the UK and further afield.

On receiving the award, Kate Chivers said: “I can’t tell you how much this means to me. There’s nothing in this world that can’t be achieved with determina on and the desire to make things be er. We had a dream and looking at all you people volunteers, staff, pilots, paramedics, doctors and Trustees, everyone, you are the embodiment of that dream. Thank you all so much.

“Who would have thought our fledging would become such a beau ful eagle? Anyone who was there at the beginning would be astonished and delighted at what has been achieved, which exceeds all expecta ons and hopes, a remarkable level of excellence that is excep onal. What is most remarkable, is that this has been made possible through the outstanding support this charitable service has received from its donors and volunteers.”

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