All about Goring November 24

NOVEMBER/ DECEMBER 2024

ISSUE 26

All about Goring‐by‐Sea

Community Magazine and Business Directory

Editor and Publisher: Helen Holt

Editorials and Advertisements

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All about Goring is independently published. 7,600 copies are distributed through the door to homes in Goring every other month.

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.

January/February 2024 deadlines

Editorial submissions and advertising copy by 29th November. Finished artwork by 2nd December.

Disclaimer

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

Welcome to our November edition!

The Ferring Scarecrow Festival will be in full swing as this comes through your door, so do go and pay a visit. There will be fireworks lighting up the sky throughout the first week of November, with Worthing Rugby Club hosting its annual display and party on 1st November and the Worthing Lions’ big spectacle on Worthing Pier on 5th.

The 10th November is Remembrance Sunday, a day to honour those members of the armed forces who lost their lives in the line of duty.

A two‐minute silence is observed at 11am at services in many of our local villages. Please see the What’s On section for more details.

There are plenty of events happening throughout the next few weeks and in the run‐up to Christmas, too, with Christmas craft fairs in Littlehampton, Rustington and Goring. Please add your events to our website and then they will appear in the next magazine also.

Happy reading!

Helen and the All about Magazines Team

Community Groups Get Funding Boost

Groups that support communi es across Worthing have been given a funding boost, a er successfully securing money from Worthing Borough Council’s Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Neighbourhood Fund.

Just under £205,000 was successfully bid for by 27 community groups and voluntary sector organisa ons, with some groups working together on joint projects.

The Worthing CIL Neighbourhood Fund is made up of a propor on of the payments collected from developers building in the local area, to offset the impact felt by residents.

In 2022, the council redesigned the fund to make it more inclusive and transparent, and provided communi es with the chance to be involved with the decision‐making process.

Projects that improve the wellbeing of residents have been invested in this year, with funding going to homelessness charity Turning Tides’ mindfulness gardening project and Humber Avenue Community Allotments’ social hub community space. The Turning Tides project includes 24‐hour onsite support, including mental health and counselling, medical help via a clinical room, substance misuse specialists, a wellbeing and sensory suite, digital inclusion, help with training, employment and managing finances, a commercial kitchen to learn cooking skills, carpentry, cra  and furniture renova on workspaces, outdoor therapy spaces, gardening skills, an allotment, beehives, yoga, and more.

Families and young people will get support from projects across Worthing, including a Friday A ernoon Club at Maybridge Keystone Club, a health ac vi es for families scheme run by The Russell Mar n Founda on, a new youth club by community interest company, The Sid Youth, and money for day trips organised by charity Family Support Work.

Community facili es in need of a spruce‐up will be aided, with St Botolph’s Church in Heene securing funds for a kitchen refurbishment, 2nd Worthing Scout Group set to improve toilet facili es at its base and Goring‐by‐Sea Cricket Club planning to use the money to purchase an ou ield mower.

Projects that tackle environmental issues have also been rewarded, including bee workshops from volunteer group We are Pollinator Pioneers, and money for The Goring and Ilex Conserva on Group to enhance the popular Planta on green space.

Feedback from last year’s successful applicants highlighted an enthusiasm for the opportunity to network with each other at engagement events hosted by Worthing Borough Council. Throughout this year’s applica on process, groups were encouraged to build connec ons and iden fy opportuni es to work together.

Working jointly, Findon Valley Residents Associa on and Limetree Surgery have received funding for an allotment and therapeu c garden project. Also joining forces are West Sussex Mind and Northbrook College for a youth mental health training, awareness and support project at the college’s West Durrington campus.

All of this year’s successful applica ons were chosen by community assessment panels, made up of councillors and community representa ves, at venues in the three areas of Worthing that were eligible for funding.

Any groups that have not been successful this year will be given feedback, invited to apply next year or referred to Community Works, a local organisa on that supports the voluntary sector, for help preparing future funding applica ons.

Cllr Dom Ford, Worthing’s cabinet member for communi es, culture and leisure, said: “I’m really pleased to see groups teaming up for some of the successful projects this  es in really well with our council for the community ambi ons and it’s important that communi es can work together for the greater benefit of our residents.”

Residents will be able to find out more about this year’s successful projects as they progress, via the council’s website and social media channels.

Smar es Parent and Toddler Group

Smar es is a parent and toddler group run at St Mary’s Church Hall, Goring ‐by‐Sea. It has been running successfully for more than 30 years. The current team are all volunteers, many of us with links to the church . We have all had safeguarding training through the church.

We provide a weekly cra ac vity, a baby area and toddler area with suitable toys, a selec on of books and puzzles and o en have live piano music. Tea, coffee and a biscuit for our mums, dads and grandparents and a carton of juice with a small packet of raisins for the children are available every week.

Mums, grandparents, childminders, and occasionally dads enjoy having me to meet new friends and being able to chat through the ups and downs of life.

Here are a few comments wri en by our families this July:

‘Volunteers are all lovely. M loves coming. Everyone is friendly. It is local to me.’

‘There is something for all age groups. The volunteers are always cheerful and ready to help. No glum faces (ever). Also good value.’

‘Great fun, toys to play with. Li le and big friends to meet each week.’

‘We love the ladies who are full of enthusiasm, care and love. Being able to drink a hot tea feels amazing.’

‘We love to come and see all the nice ladies. Fab toys, always clean, amazing cra s and everyone welcoming. Great price too in these difficult mes.’

‘Lots of pairs of hands for my twin girls. The volunteers love the children and it’s so nice and chilled for parents. Also the tea is cracking!’

We look forward to mee ng new families every Wednesday in term‐ me at St Mary’s Church Hall, Goring from 9.15am ‐ 10.45am.

Cost: £2 for one adult and up to three children. An extra 50p for each extra adult or child.

If you would like more informa on about Smar es Parent and Toddler group, please email kaz.king@ntlworld.com

The Gi That Keeps on Giving

Goring Primary School’s community came together in the most amazing ways when the head teacher, Clare Jee, was diagnosed with acute leukaemia in April 2024. This was a very sudden diagnosis and necessitated her immediate stay as an in‐pa ent at Worthing Hospital for intensive chemotherapy.

Clare then transferred to a London hospital for pioneering cancer treatment, before another round of chemotherapy, and a bone marrow transplant in October as a German donor had been matched to her.

In Clare’s absence, Ac ng Head Teacher Fiona Whi aker, along with Assistant Head Teachers Rupert Ireland and Michelle Jones, were overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and compassion shown by the children, parents and carers, and all members of the school community. Many people wished to contribute in some way in order to show Mrs Jee how much she is valued, and to raise awareness of leukaemia and the important work of cancer research chari es. The idea was formed to create a whole school book of poems, pictures and prayers, where every member of the school community was invited to contribute a page, and which could be sold to raise money for a charity raising money for leukaemia research and awareness.

The school was fortunate to find a local Chris an publisher, Verite CM Limited, who gave their  me for free in order to produce a beau ful hardback book containing over 100 poems, pictures and prayers celebra ng Goring School’s values of respect, aspira on, faith, fun, love, equality and self‐worth, with contributors ranging from Recep on children to school governors.

The book also contains, in accordance with Clare’s wishes, informa on on child‐friendly ways to talk about cancer, in order to reduce the s gma and unfounded fears some mes associated with it. In addi on, there are posters showing the signs and symptoms of leukaemia, which can o en be diagnosed late as they are o en not well recognised. These include fa gue, breathlessness, fever, joint pain and bruising or bleeding.

The work submi ed for the book has been put on display outside the school office, and the prayers and reflec ons contained within it have been used in collec ve worship this term. The anthology is a wonderful celebra on of everything that makes Goring C of E Primary such a special place to be.

In the words of a poem included in the book by the Parker family (Melanie, Adrian, Caitlyn and Arthur) en tled “The Spirit of Goring and What it Means to Us”:

Learning by God’s example, there is no be er way,

To understand the morals that will help throughout your day.

Who knew Mrs Jee has thumbs called Safety and Respect,

And these are a Goring child hallmark that you will come to expect.

Faith, love and learning is the school mo o for a reason,

The values learned at Goring will keep you strong should you weaken.

Copies of Poems, Pictures and Prayers are available to purchase, at £10 each, with all profit going towards the charity Leukaemia Care. Enquire at the school office or email office@goringprimary.org if you wish to purchase a copy and be part of a gi  that keeps on giving.

MediCentre Sussex Opens in East Preston

MediCentre Sussex was founded on the vision of providing exceptional medical services for acute illnesses and injuries, with the caring approach of a traditional village GP. We are a private urgent care centre; if you need immediate medical attention we can attend to your needs.

At MediCentre Sussex, we are proud to have a knowledgeable and caring team, dedicated to giving you the best treatment and support for your healthcare needs. All our staff bring years of experience, across a variety of medical fields, as well as a personal touch, ensuring you get the best medical care, at a time to suit you.

With an extensively qualified team, including senior emergency department doctors, skilled GPs and specialised nurses, you can be confident that you’ll only receive the highest standard of care

Our Medical Director and lead clinician, Dr Kiran Marr, brings with her over 20 years of NHS experience, working in Accident & Emergency. She has a wealth of experience in assessing and treating patients in the Emergency Department, including injuries, illnesses and GP related conditions. Dr Marr has seen first‐hand the challenges facing our healthcare system, particularly concerning the urgent assessment and treatment of minor injuries and illnesses. Recognising the need for quicker access to treatment and private emergency care, she founded MediCentre Sussex

Dr Marr completed her post‐graduate training in Emergency Medicine at a Major Trauma Centre in London and became a fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine in 2013. Subsequently appointed as an A&E consultant, Dr Marr then moved to West Sussex to start a family and continued with her career.

www.medicentresussex.co.uk reception@medicentresussex.co.uk 01903 32 20 20

10 The Parade, Willowhayne Crescent, East Preston, BN16 1NS

Essentially, what we want to say is if you can’t get an appointment with your GP, or don’t want to wait in A&E for a non‐life threatening illness or injury, come to the MediCentre.

Same day appointments available Can treat minor injuries and illnesses IV fluids, nebulizers and wound care management Vaccinations and Health Assessments

Fashion Show

with all the latest trends at a frac on of

the price

Angmering Community Centre are delighted to present an exci ng evening of fun and fashion hosted by Travelling Trends on Thursday 28th November. As well as a live compered catwalk show, modelled by our own local ladies, there will be ample me to try on and buy this season’s High Street and branded fashions, available to purchase at a frac on of the usual high street prices.

Enjoy a complementary glass of prosecco (or non‐alcoholic op on), elevate your wardrobe and support our Community Centre – join us for a ladies night of fashion and fundraising!

Travelling Trends have been running for 27 years and have helped hundreds of charitable organisa ons, churches and schools to raise money. As a charity ourselves, we will be raising money to help keep our doors open for the community and con nue our support of the weekly Community Cuppa, a warm spaces ini a ve, offering a free cuppa, slice of cake and a chat with new friends and old.

Raffle ckets will be available to purchase on the night, with the money raised going to a

local charity. The show is on Thursday 28th November, doors open at 7.15pm and its £7 per cket

Tickets are on sale now from the Centre office and must be purchased in advance. Cash and card payments accepted. Please contact the Centre on 01903 773982 or email office@angmeringcommunitycentre.org.uk

Shoebox Volunteers Needed

A big shout out for volunteers to help with this year Shoebox Appeal

Do you have two hours to spare between the 11th and 29th November 2024? Link to Hope Charity based in Ferring, need help from people that can sort dona ons, pack boxes, drive transits or help in our Ferring‐based warehouse.

We also need people that can sit and take Gi Aid Labels off or volunteer to lovingly repair any shoeboxes that have been damaged along the way. Whatever your skill or ability, there is a role for you with us.

In the world of Link to Hope, we think about Christmas all year round due to our Family & Elderly Shoebox Appeal. Every year since 1991, we have been sending out shoeboxes full of gi s to people who are suffering displacement, poverty and injus ce in Eastern Europe. In some cases, the people that receive a shoebox have no electricity, running water or bathrooms. However, due to the war in Ukraine, we are now also helping thousands of displaced people who did have normal, everyday lives but are now IDP’s (Internally

displaced people) They s ll live in their own country but are now refugees and own

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nothing. Our Shoebox Appeal is an opportunity to send a box of simple gi s to a stranger so they know someone, somewhere cares. Through the Shoebox Appeal many educa on and social care projects have been established by Link to Hope and currently thousands of people are helped each day through kindergartens, soup kitchens, work skills lessons, clubs for children with special needs, feeding programmes, house rebuilding programmes and many more.

If you can give two hours, then please do contact us on 01903 529333 or email shoebox@linktohope.co.uk. There is unlimited tea, coffee and biscuits as well. Of course, if you are an individual, business, church, school or organisa on that would like to register to join in with the Shoebox Appeal, please visit www.linktohope.co.uk for more informa on.

Vintage, Retro & Collectors Fairs

Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rustington, BN16 3HB

1st September 2024

6th October 2024

3rd November 2024

1st December 2024

Emsworth Community Centre, North Street, Emsworth, PO10 7DD

8th September 2024

13th October 2024

10th November 2024

8th December 2024

10am - 3.30pm Entry £1 Refreshments and Free Parking silkroad@btinternet.com 07563 589725

Is Your Home Living Up to Its Full Poten al?

As we go about our day‐to‐day lives, it’s easy to overlook the hidden possibili es within our homes. We might become accustomed to the limita ons we see, accep ng them as the boundaries of what is possible. But what if those boundaries could shi ? What if the walls of your home could be more than just walls? What if they could be canvases for crea vity, expressions of who you are, and, most importantly, gateways to a space that truly works for you?

At Roberts Millar Redshaw (RMR), we believe that architecture and construc on is not merely about building structures but about crea ng environments that enhance lives. Every home holds untapped poten al, wai ng to be discovered through the right combina on of vision and cra smanship. Whether you’re looking to transform a cramped kitchen into an open, invi ng space, or turn a neglected lo  into the crown jewel of your home, the possibili es are endless.

Take the modern extension, for instance. A single‐story rear extension, fi ed with bi‐fold or sliding doors that flood the space with natural light, can transform the heart of your home. The outdoors blends seamlessly with your living area, crea ng a flow that invites comfort and connec on. Or consider a wrap‐around extension ‐ a clever solu on that u lises o en‐overlooked areas of the property, revealing unexpected space for growth (and not growth for unruly foliage!).

Lo  conversions offer opportuni es for maximising unused space. Whether you’re seeking a private bedroom oasis, an addi onal bathroom, or a dedicated home office, the lo   conversion creates space without altering the exis ng footprint of your home. And let’s not forget garage conversions — ideal for func onal spaces, from home offices to gyms, without the need for extensive construc on. Roberts Miller Redshaw are award‐winning architects and builders with over 100 years of combined experience. They know it’s about

more than design; it’s about understanding how you live and transla ng that into a space that elevates your everyday life. RMR will ensure your vision comes to life smoothly and with the utmost a en on to detail.

In a world where func onality and aesthe cs are equally valued, how we choose to shape our environments says a lot about who we are. Is your home truly reflec ng you, your lifestyle and your needs? Unlock its poten al.

Email enquiries@robertsmillerredshaw.com, call 01903 240169 or go to robertsmillerredshaw.com. Let’s start shaping a space that feels like home ‐ only be er.

Has good just become ordinary?

Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner Nsure Financial Services

It appears we now live in a world where only major outcomes hit the headlines, it’s either a financial crisis or huge gains and nothing really in between ever gets reported or wri en about. So, I’m going to take five minutes just to talk about things being OK.

Over the past 12 months your average mixed por olio has seen double digit returns. This might not be a game changer in terms of ge ng rich, but it is growth. Following a few years of less than posi ve results this should be a welcome change to the many who have ridden the investment rollercoaster.

Let’s work on the assump on that no news is generally good news and when things aren’t being talked about, it o en means they are doing ok. Actually, consistently OK tends to ‐over the long run ‐ outperform gains and losses. All too o en the catalyst for change is directly associated with headline grabbing informa on, like slumps in stocks, markets in unease, budget announcements, etc. Over the years, I’ve found that some mes the best strategy is to sit back and wait, do nothing and observe, take me to think things through, rather than jumping on the bandwagon and forcing the situa on.

So, what does good look like? Everyone’s financial situa on is different and lots of us invest for different reasons. This means defining outcomes becomes quite tricky. However, growth on your investments is always a posi ve thing, especially when it tracks above infla on. Choosing what to invest in and why is a personal choice, but I would strongly recommend avoiding any knee jerk reac ons just because other people are doing it, or worse s ll that because there is a load of hype about it at any par cular point in me.

Just remember, bad news sells, but you don’t have to.

We work with our clients to ensure they make the best investment decisions for their

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Estate Administra on

It is an emo onal and frequently overwhelming me following the death of a loved one. If you are required to deal with the Estate a er their death, there are several steps that you will need to take. You will need to register their death, organise their funeral, collect in their assets, pay any debts, and then finally distribute the Estate.

Our Private Client Team at EJ Moyle LLP can provide you with sympathe c advice during this me, and we can confirm whether a Grant of Probate is necessary to deal with the Estate or whether any Inheritance Tax is payable. Our team can assist you where a loved one has died, either with or without a Will. We can help with the whole administra on process on your behalf, or we can simply make the applica on to the court for the grant to allow you to finalise ma ers yourself.

If you have begun dealing with an Estate yourself but have found the process overwhelming, me‐consuming or confusing, then our team can assist you in finalising the Estate administra on. We can be involved as much, or as li le, as you require.

Please contact our Team: Sophie Careless‐Shore scarelessshore@moyle.co.uk or Barbara Sykes bsykes@moyle.co.uk or call 01903 784447. Alterna vely, you can complete a confiden al online enquiry at www.moyle.co.uk

Sophie Careless‐Shore

Barbara Sykes

Not so fes ve for all…

It’s the most wonderful  me of the year…or so the song goes. But the Samaritans know this is definitely not true for some people: listening volunteers answered more than 1,100 calls on Christmas Day on the freephone number (116 123).

Worthing Samaritans say Christmas can be a distressing  me for some people and feel du es over the fes ve period are so worthwhile. Sophie, from Worthing Samaritans, volunteers for a Christmas Day shi  every year. She said it was a privilege to be on the helpline for others on Christmas Day and that callers trust you to pick up the phone if they call.

“I love being on the helpline. The demand for the service doesn’t change just because of the holidays. I know the importance of being there and listening to people who are struggling around the fes ve season. It isn’t always a happy  me of year; it can add stress and pressure, so we need to be here for our callers.

“With everything else closed down, it can leave people who are struggling alone and with nowhere to turn. Mental health problems don’t disappear just because it’s Christmas.

“We get callers grateful that you’re there, callers whose normal support services are closed, some who are recently bereaved, callers who are very lonely.”

Mental health concerns, loneliness and isola on, and family and rela onships issues were the main concerns raised by callers during this year.

So who can become a listener? You don’t need to have been through a par cular life experience or be from a certain walk of life. Anyone who wants to help others, is tolerant and open‐minded is welcome to apply.

What you get out of being a volunteer

Above all you’ll have the incredible sa sfac on of knowing you’re helping people who are in despair. In addi on, you’ll learn valuable new skills, make new friendships, and be part of an amazing group of people.

There are lots of ways to volunteer for Samaritans, it all depends on what skills you have and how much  me you’ve got to give.

Worthing branch answered 19,070 calls during the year April 2023 to end of March 2024, replied to 481 web chats and answered 451 emails up to the beginning of the year, when emails transferred out of local branches into a central hub.

Sophie and fellow volunteers in Worthing will be among approximately 300 people in 13 Samaritans branches who will give up their  me for others over the Christmas period.

Samaritans is the only UK 24/7 emo onal support freephone helpline, na onally answering almost half a million calls a year. Anyone interested in volunteering with Samaritans in the New Year can visit www.samaritans.ie/volunteer

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Robin Hood: The Pantomime

This winter, Worthing Theatres and Museum (WTM) will take you to Sherwood Forest for an adventure that will leave you quivering with excitement in Robin Hood: The Pantomime.

Robin Hood: The Pantomime promises some merry mayhem in Worthing’s biggest panto this fes ve season. The noble thief himself, Robin Hood, will be frolicking with his band of outlaws in a legendary caper as he steals from the rich, gives to the poor, and thwarts the plans of the evil Sheriff of No ngham.

This  meless tale of Robin Hood springs to life in a spectacular pantomime at Worthing’s Pavilion Theatre. Join Robin and his band of outlaws on a crusade of merriment and revelry. WTM’s epic adventure is filled with cap va ng song and dance numbers to get the whole family involved in the magic of panto this Christmas. With thrilling stunts and jokes as sharp as an arrow, Robin Hood: The Pantomime will steal your hearts and make you feel merry all the way into the new year.

WTM would like to give a huge thanks to our generous sponsors, Winkworth Estate Agents.

Robin Hood: The Pantomime is at the Pavilion Theatre from Thursday 5th December 2024 ‐Sunday 5th January 2025. Tickets are on sale now.

Family Booking

Starring Nigel Clarke (from CBeebies) as the charming Robin Hood, Janine Pardo as the beau ful and feisty Marian, Paul Giddings as the hilarious ‐ and beau ful ‐ Dame Delia, Darryl Carrington as the lovable Will Scarlet, Worthing Panto favourite Ka e Pritchard as the ever‐musical Alana Dale, and Darren Clewlow‐Smith as the dastardly Sheriff of No ngham.

Once again, WTM has teamed up with Paul Holman Associates to bring some fes ve cheer and sparkle to Worthing. This year’s panto promises to always hit its mark, so make sure you book your  ckets in the nick of  me.

WTM are excited to be welcoming so many familiar and local faces to this year’s pantomime, ensuring that it is a magical, fes ve celebra on for the whole community.

For a family of four, add any four child and full‐price  ckets to your basket to receive the family cket discount (each group of four must include at least one full‐price and one‐child  cket).

Selected performances only.

Group Booking

If you’re booking for a group of 10 or more, group rates are:

Groups 10+: £5 off  ckets in band A or B.

Youth Groups 10+: one free  cket for every 10 paid at Youth Group rate.

School Groups 10+: one free  cket for every 10 paid at School Group rate.

Group rates are available for selected performances only.

Please contact the Box Office on 01903 206 206, or email boxoffice@wtm.uk for full details and to make your group booking.

What’s On in and around Goring‐by‐Sea

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

Saturday 2nd November ‐ 10:30 to 12:00

Ac on for Children Coffee Morning (Goring Methodist Church, Bury Drive)

Coffee Morning in aid of Ac on for Children. Refreshments on offer include sausage in a bap, cakes, fruit crumbles, jams, marmalade and there will also be a cra stall.

Saturday 2nd November ‐ 19:00 to 22:00

Murder Mystery Evening (Queen Street Church Hall, Queen Street, Worthing, BN14 7BJ)

Worthing Mencap invites you to a Murder Mystery evening. Join Goring Region Occasional Players and work out whodunnit! There will also be a raffle. Tickets £15, must be booked in advance. A fish and chip supper is included in the price. Vegetarian and vegan available. BYO drinks and glasses. To book, call 01903 202030.

Sunday 3rd November ‐ 15:00 to 17:30

Kenny Fu's Interna onal Interview Concert

(Our Lady Of Sion School, Gratwicke Road, Worthing, BN11 4BL)

Enjoy an exclusive conversa on and full live performance by Kenny Fu, an exci ng, young Bri sh solo pianist. Free parking at the venue. For more informa on and to book, go to www.see ckets.com and search Kenny Fu.

Tuesday 5th November ‐ 19:30 Fireworks (Worthing Pier)

This fantas c free fireworks display is brought to you by the Worthing Lions and Worthing Town Centre BID. Display starts from the end of the Pier at 7:30pm. Make a night of it and enjoy the funfair, food stalls and town centre businesses. Note, there will be some road closures, so allow plenty of me to arrive.

Wednesday 6th November ‐ 9:15 to 10:45

Smar es Parent and Toddler group (St Mary’s Church Hall, Ilex Way, Goring‐by‐Sea)

Cra ac vi es, toys and refreshments. £2 for one adult and up to three children, an extra 50p for each addi onal adult or child. For more informa on, email kaz.king@ntlworld.com

Thursday 7th November ‐ 19:30 to 21:00

Talk: City of London Gardens (St Mary’s Church Hall, Ilex Way, Goring‐by‐Sea)

Goring Gardening Society welcomes Sally Botwright, who will talk about some of the interes ng gardens found in the City of London. For more informa on about the society, email carolandboris@b nternet.com

Saturday 9th November and 14th December ‐10:00 to 12:00

Goring And Ilex Conserva on Group (Sports field, Amberley Drive, Goring‐by‐Sea)

Help conserve the beauty of Ilex Avenue and its environs. Tasks include preparing and plan ng na ve bulbs, pruning Elder shrubs, monitoring bird boxes and more. For more details, go to www.ilex‐conserva on‐group.co.uk

Saturday 9th November ‐ 19:45 to 21:45

Broadway Bingo with Ka e Pritchard (Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing)

Award‐winning comedian and Worthing Panto favourite Ka e Pritchard hosts this musical theatre‐themed bingo. Featuring performances from Ka e, prizes, singalongs, and lots of laughs. Tickets £14.50 from h ps://wtm.uk/ events/broadway‐bingo‐with‐ka e‐pritchard‐3/

Sunday 10th November ‐ 10:45 to 11:15

Act of Remembrance (St Mary’s Church Hall, Ilex Way, Goring‐by‐Sea)

Come to a special service to commemorate all those who have lost their lives in war.

Tuesday 12th November ‐ 19:15 to 20:45

Tangmere et la Résistance française (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, Angmering, BN16 4FU)

This month’s talk to the Rus ngton & District Anglo French Circle is on the clandes ne opera ons from Tangmere during World War II. All levels of French are welcome, and there will be visuals to help. Visitors £5. Please contact anglofrenchrus ngton@gmail.com if you wish to a end or need more informa on.

Friday 15th November ‐ 17:30 to 20:00

Friends of Romero Fireworks Display and Performer (St Oscar Romero School, Goring Street, Goring‐by‐Sea)

The amazing display is back again this year, plus a fire performance from Fireknights Circus. There will also be a fully licensed bar, BBQ, mulled wine, soup, smores and more. Tickets £5 adults, £3 children. Book now h ps://st‐oscar‐romeros‐catholic‐school‐for.sumupstore.com/product/fireworks

Wednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd November ‐

19:00 daily; 14:30 ma nee (Sat only)

Nineteen Eighty‐Four (Ferring Village Hall, Ferring St, Ferring, BN12 5JP)

FADS is performing George Orwell’s influen al, thought‐provoking work. Tickets available from www.ferring‐drama.org.uk/box‐office‐2

Thursday 21st November ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Talk: Pioneers of Worthing (Chichester Room, Field Place Manor House, The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1NP)

Speaker Sue Belton from The Worthing Society presents a talk to The Sussex Family History Group about the people who shaped the built environment of the town. Everyone welcome. For more details, go to www.s g.uk

Saturday 23rd November ‐ 11:00 to 14:00

Christmas Fair & Santa’s Gro o (Goring Methodist Church, Bury Drive, Goring‐by‐Sea)

Lots of family fun to be had. Children’s cra ac vi es and stalls selling books, toiletries, jewellery, trinkets, cakes, preserves and more, plus a tombola. Adults £1, children free.

Monday 2nd December ‐ 16:00 to 21:00

The Highdown Christmas Market (Li lehampton Rd, Goring‐by‐Sea, BN12 6FB)

With over 35 stalls selling everything from food and drink, to po ery and woodwork, chopping boards and lots of cra s, there’s bound to be a gi you can buy for yourself or someone else. This event is free to a end, all are welcome.

Saturday 7th December ‐ 18:30

KAPOW Live Wrestling (St Oscar Romero School, Goring Street, Goring‐by‐Sea)

An evening of the best wrestling in the UK, including tag team and one‐on‐one matches.

Book now on h ps://kapowwrestling.co.uk/ event/live‐wrestling‐back‐in‐worthing‐4/

Thursday 12th December ‐ 14:00 to 16:00

Santas on the Seafront (start 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 Santa ou it, wear a hat, jumper or elf costume and you might win a prize for being the ‘Best dressed’. Everyone is welcome, even dogs on a short lead! For more informa on, email judith@mndawss.org

Thursday 12th December ‐ 19:30; Sunday 15th December ‐ 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

Saturday 14th December ‐ 11:00

Felt Christmas Decora ons with Esther Collins (Museum Educa on Room, Worthing Museum and Art Gallery, Chapel Road, Worthing)

Get into the fes ve spirit by crea ng gorgeous felt Christmas decora ons. Suitable for all levels, including beginners. 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 22:15

S tches Comedy Club (St Mary’s Church, Mulberry Lane, Goring‐by‐Sea)

Goring’s very own comedy night returns with comedy stars, including Rob Deering and Sco Benne for this Christmas special. Tickets £17 available from www.s tches.fun/goring‐by‐sea‐comedy‐club/

Thursday 19th to Sunday 22nd December ‐

19:30 (Thu, Fri, Sat), 14:30 (Sat ma nee); 12:00 and 16:00 (Sun)

Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates (Northbrook Theatre, Northbrook College, Li lehampton Road, Goring‐by‐Sea, BN12 6NU)

The award‐winning Durrington Theatrical Society are back with another fun‐packed family pantomime. Book your ckets now from www. cketsource.co.uk/dts

Boost Your Serotonin Naturally

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

Serotonin, the “feel‐good” neurotransmi er, is key to regula ng your mood, sleep, and wellbeing, especially in the darker colder months. Higher serotonin levels can improve mental health, diges on, and emo onal balance. Here are five simple ways to naturally boost your serotonin.

1. Focus on Food What you eat affects serotonin produc on. Foods rich in tryptophan, like eggs, turkey, nuts and seeds, help support serotonin levels. Adding complex carbohydrates like gluten‐free oats, quinoa, and brown rice can enhance tryptophan’s effec veness.

2. Get Moving Daily movement is an excellent way to boost serotonin. Whether you walk, cycle, or do yoga, staying ac ve improves your mood. Adding some brisk, sweat‐inducing exercises to your rou ne will make an even bigger impact on your emo onal wellbeing.

3. Soak Up the Sun Natural sunlight triggers serotonin produc on and improves sleep. Aim for 15‐30 minutes of sunlight daily, especially in the morning. If shorter winter days affect you, try using a light box to get your daily boost.

4. Prac ce Mindfulness Mindfulness and medita on reduce stress while raising serotonin levels. Simple deep breathing or medita on helps lower anxiety, promo ng a posi ve mood and be er sleep.

5. Stay Connected Social connec ons with friends, family, or pets naturally boost serotonin. Posi ve interac ons increase feelings of happiness, so aim to stay connected with loved ones.

Start with one of these strategies and gradually add more to naturally increase serotonin and feel your best this winter!

Make More Room for Fes ve Cheer!

Lo s can be a real gold mine of fantas c storage poten al, not only for Christmas, but all year round. However, they’re only going to be so much use if you can get in and out of them safely, especially if you need to li heavy objects up and down.

We’re not talking about climbing up on that wobbly, old kitchen chair and hoping for the best... we’re talking about safe access with ladders and hatches that aren’t going to put you at risk of spending Christmas with a sprained ankle, or worse.

Here at Access4Lo s, we specialise in installing lo ladders and hatches that can help you make the most of your lo and safely access that extra storage. We have a number of op ons to suit any space, no ma er how small, and can even offer some shelving op ons, too. You’d be surprised at just how much room there is up there, and you’ll be even more surprised at just how quick, easy, and affordable it can be.

This could also be a fantas c opportunity to think about some be er insula on. A properly

insulated roof can knock as much as 20 per cent off your energy bills, so you and your family can be sure to keep cosy and warm this winter without worrying about those bills come spring. Once the decora ons are all put away again, this could also be a great chance to free up some room in the rest of the house too.

To find out how Access4Lo s can help you enjoy peace of mind along with your fes ve cheer, call A la now on 01903 380190 to book a free survey and quota on. Alterna vely, visit www.access4lo s.co.uk/Worthing or find us on Facebook @Access4Lo sWorthing

A great year so far for James & James

by Director James Brock NAEA

As we head into the final quarter of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what has been an incredible year for our estate agency, thanks to your con nued trust and support.

For the past four years, we’ve run our popular Do Not Disturb campaign — a service designed for sellers looking to hit the market in the new year without the hassle over the Christmas period. It’s a great opportunity to get proper es photographed, measured, and floor plans drawn ahead of me, with homes going live on Boxing Day and viewings star ng from 5th January.

I’m delighted to report that this year’s campaign was an overwhelming success! We launched 36 homes to the market on Boxing Day, and by 17th January, we had agreed sales on 34 of them. This provided a huge boost to kick-start the year, with fantas c momentum that’s carried us through.

While the year brought its challenges — such as a general elec on, the football World Cup, Wimbledon, and the Olympics, all of which tend to slow down market ac vity — demand bounced back strong. A er a slightly quieter

spell, we experienced record-breaking ac vity in August and September.

Since the start of the year, we’ve:

 Registered 3,877 buyers

 Arranged 2,591 viewings

 Agreed 244 sales

 Record-breaking comple ons taking place with a combined property value exceeding £42 million

Ac vity levels remain incredibly healthy heading into the autumn, and we’re excited to see what the rest of the year has in store.

If you’re curious about the current value of your home or considering a move — whether now or in the future — please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’d be more than happy to visit you for a free, no-obliga on valua on.

Thank you once again for your con nued support, and we look forward to helping many more of you find your perfect home in the months ahead!

Sausage and Bean Bowl

Give Sausage, Beans and Mash an Autumnal makeover

Prepara on me: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

2 onions finely sliced

1 large garlic clove, finely chopped

8 pork sausages

400g n chopped tomatoes

2 tsp Dijon mustard

½ chicken or vegetable stock cube, made up to 175ml

420g n baked beans

Mashed potato, to serve

Method

Heat half the oil in a lidded saucepan over a medium heat. Add the onions and fry un l golden. S r in the garlic and fry for 2 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Increase the heat, add the remaining oil and the sausages, and cook un l caramelised and browned all over.

Return the onion and garlic to the pan with the tomatoes and mustard. Add the stock, season with pepper, and cook over a medium heat for 10 minutes. Add the beans a er 5 minutes.

Cover and cook for 5 more minutes

sausages are cooked through. Serve poured over creamy mashed potato.

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Modern Slavery—

its closer than you think

Modern slavery and human trafficking are happening within one mile of wherever you are, whether that’s in West Sussex or the UK. It could be the person who cleans the offices you work at or does your nails at your local nail bar or is caring for your older rela ve.

Whoever it is, it is es mated that 120,000 people are vic ms of modern slavery, but how can this be possible in 2024? Probably because many people do not know what modern slavery is and what the signs are.

It is important for everyone to familiarise themselves with the different types of modern slavery, the signs of modern slavery and how to report poten al vic ms and this can all be found on the Sussex Police website.

Know the signs

Appearance: Signs of physical or psychological abuse, look malnourished or unkempt, appear withdrawn

Isola on: Restricted freedom of movement, rarely allowed to travel alone, seem under the control or influence of others, rarely interact

Living condi ons: Living in dirty, cramped or overcrowded accommoda on, living and working at the same address

Possessions: Have no travel documents/ passports, few or no personal possessions, always wear the same clothes, wear clothes not suitable for their work

Time: Unusual travel mes, dropped off or collected for work on a regular basis either very early or late at night, work excessive hours

Manner: Reluctance to seek help, avoid eye contact, appear frightened or hesitant to talk

Someone is in slavery if they are forced to work, if they are owned or controlled by an employer, if they are dehumanised and treated as a commodity, or bought and sold as ‘property’, or if they are physically constrained or have restric ons placed on their freedom of movement.

There is no ‘typical’ vic m of modern slavery. Vic ms can be men, women and children of all ages, ethnici es, na onali es and backgrounds.

They are forced into a situa on through the use or threat of violence, decep on or coercion. Vic ms may enter the UK legally, or on forged documenta on, or they may be a UK ci zen living in the UK who is then forced into slavery. Modern slavery covers a range of exploita on, including human trafficking, sexual exploita on, forced labour, debt bondage, criminal ac vi es, domes c servitude, child labour, child sexual exploita on and forced and early marriage. The vic ms of this appalling serious crime are o en subjected to abuse and frightening control methods to maintain their compliance and limit the likelihood that they will feel able to tell anyone of their predicament.

Inves ga on can be complex and o en require a specialist and a mul ‐agency approach including overseas enquiries.

Modern slavery is a serious organised crime and carries maximum life imprisonment penal es for perpetrators. Sussex Police is commi ed to tackling modern slavery, prosecu ng those responsible and safeguarding vic ms.

How to report Modern Slavery

Informa on from communi es is vital for law enforcement agencies such as the police to help iden fy, locate and safeguard vic ms while pursuing the offenders of Modern Slavery. Armed with this informa on, it is possible that members of the public could spot or encounter a poten al vic m or suspect of this type of crime. They could also have concerns about vehicles, loca ons or even businesses that are involved that could represent the missing piece of a jigsaw that might safeguard a vic m or help prosecute an offender.

If you think you have encountered something like this, then you can report it to Sussex Police. Call 101 or go to www.sussex.police.uk/ro/ report/ocr/af/how‐to‐report‐a‐crime

The Goring And Ilex Conserva on Group

Conserving the beauty and present character of Ilex Avenue, the trees in Sea Lane and the Goring Gap

AGM ‐

More than 40 people a ended our AGM with guests, including councillors Ian Davey and Kevin Jenkins, entertained a er the formal business by a fascina ng talk by John Oliver of the RSPB illustrated with superb pictures of predators and others at Pulborough Brooks.

The commi ee members were re‐elected together with the formal approval by members of our Planta on volunteer and commi ee member since November, Pauline Morozgalska.

A new commi ee member, David Parkinson was also elected following an address given to the members present. However, we are s ll without a chairman.

Chatsmore Farm Inquiry ‐ This opened on 17th September and will run un l 2nd October. We related some new points on the opening day together with The Worthing Society, The Ferring Conserva on Group, our MP, Becky Cooper, and university student Ella Heryet who also presented a pe on. Our statement is available to view in the news sec on of our website and our previous comments (which will also be taken into considera on) in our website archive sec on.

Assets of Community Value ‐ A building or piece of land is an Asset of Community Value if its main use is, or recently has been, to further the social wellbeing or social interest of the local community, and it could do so in the future. According to the Localism Act 2011, social interests include cultural, recrea onal, and spor ng interests.

We have been working with Claire Hunt, one of our local councillors, to nominate Goring Gap as such an asset and have submi ed the documenta on to the council. Although, if approved, this would not afford the Gap any extra protec on, a lis ng would demonstrate the worth the community places on the area.

The Planta on and Ilex Avenue ‐ 18 volunteers a ended our last session, concentra ng on cu ng back brambles and overgrowth from the side pathways (some were so overgrown they were not visible from the main path) and clearing several sec ons to enable the young

trees to flourish. We also cut back many of the more prominent Sycamore spurs.

We encountered a large workman’s metal barrier during li er collec on, an orange traffic cone, a car ba ery and many empty wine bo les,  n cans, and glass.

Future tasks will include preparing then plan ng wild na ve bulbs; checking the young trees; removing Sycamore sucker growth; picking up dead wood and placing into heaps for wildlife to use; pruning Elder shrubs, coppicing Hazel that has matured sufficiently; monitoring our bird boxes; spreading wood‐chip (if we are lucky enough to receive any) and collec ng li er.

While many of our volunteers work diligently in the Planta on, there are other du es our volunteers perform, including organising and planning the monthly sessions, keeping our no ceboard in the Planta on updated, and ensuring our container is  dy and the tools clean and maintained. So, if you can help us in these areas, then do please contact us.

Our two‐hour sessions are usually held on the second Saturday of each month, mee ng off Amberley Drive at the sports field at 10am. The next sessions are on Saturday 12th October, 9th November and 14th December but do check our website for details of any date changes.

New and past volunteers are always welcome there are tasks to suit all abili es. While gloves and equipment are provided, many individuals prefer to bring their own gloves (and some mes their own secateurs), which is fine. However, we do request that you wear suitable clothing (shorts are not recommended) and footwear. There is a short break at 11am for refreshments of coffee, tea, biscuits, and very o en homemade cake provided by our regular volunteers.

Further informa on can be found on the no ceboard at the Planta on, and on our website: www.ilex‐conserva on‐group.co.uk or call John Daley on 01903 216071.

Christmas Whitening Offer

Just a brief message this month that we are having a pre‐Christmas offer on teeth whitening. As the evenings get darker, and the winter rain sets the mood, why not brighten your smile with whiter teeth.

It’s surprisingly easy to get teeth whitened professionally. Don’t waste  me with whitening toothpaste as you’ll s ll be doing it when you’re 150 before you no ce the difference. With professional whitening you can get a significant difference within three weeks. Also, no ce it needs to be a professional, don’t risk ge ng something off the internet or from a beau cian. Your teeth are far too valuable to risk and poten ally doing serious damage to. Here at Abbots Lodge and Ferring Dental Prac ce, we will examine your mouth and teeth and advise what can be done safely and comfortably.

Our offer this year, if reserved before Christmas, is a full new pa ent consulta on where we will look at the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, everything, and advise what, if anything, needs to be done and then includes whitening: all for £400.

Maybe you’d like to give it to yourself for Christmas or maybe, if you’re in a generous mood, a loved one.

Contact Ferring Dental Prac ce in Ferring on 01903 246858 or Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce in Rus ngton on 01903 783154 for more informa on or to book.

Black Friday Invisalign Deal: Smile More, Save More!

This Black Friday at Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce, transform your smile with our exclusive Invisalign offer! Get a FREE consulta on (worth £250), FREE digital scan (worth £159), FREE teeth whitening (worth £495), FREE retainers (worth £300), and a FREE X‐ray (worth £95). That’s over £1,000 in added value! Plus, sign up on the day and enjoy an addi onal £200 off your treatment! This is your chance to achieve the perfect smile with state‐of‐the‐art Invisalign technology.

Don’t miss out on this limited‐ me deal—book your appointment now for Friday 29th November and invest in a confident, radiant smile today! Hurry, offer ends soon!

The Mystery of the £5 Note

Henry (Harry) Aus n, Heene Cemetery Resident

Harry was one of those burials whose grave was, for some reason, never marked. He is remembered in our rose garden. The reason for his unmarked grave will become clear later.

Harry was born in Somp ng in 1842 to Samuel and Ruth. His father was a farm labourer, but this life was not for Harry. In 1869, he got married to Ma lda Barber at Christ Church in Worthing and then signed on to the Coastguard Service. It may well be that Ma lda influenced him in his choice of occupa on, as her father, Joseph, was already in the service. Harry was described as 5 7in tall with brown hair and blue eyes. He had an anchor ta ooed on the back of his right hand. He spent two years serving on “Hector” a coastguard ship out of Newhaven, before moving to the coastguard sta on at Birling Gap. In 1879, Harry was sent to Worthing to work at the coastguard sta on at Marine Parade. By then, he was the father of five children. The family lived in the coastguard co ages just off the seafront. A er a serious illness in 1883, Harry was pensioned off and found work as a gardener for Mr Paull in Heene Terrace. He also worked occasionally as a boatman. The family moved to Heene Co ages in Heene Road.

Harry died on 2nd October 1884 on the railway line. His body was found 40 yards west of Tarring crossing. The inquest was held at the Norfolk Hotel. Nobody could explain why he was so far from home. On the day before his death, he had been given a £5 note in the morning by Mr Paull’s maid and asked to go to the King and Queen public house in Brunswick

Road to change it. He also went to collect his pension of £6 15s. He should have had two £5 notes but Harry told the maid in the a ernoon that he had lost one of them. In fact, he had changed it for four sovereigns and a pound of silver. The £5 note he received in his pension was found later outside the pub. Harry was last seen in the Cli on Arms, so did he meet someone who persuaded him to take a walk along the railway line? The jury at the inquest commented on the missing money and returned an open verdict as his widow said he had no reason to end his life; he was too fond of his family.

If you wish to read the inquest details, they are printed in the Worthing Gaze e 9th October 1884 and on our website. Be warned! In those days, a full descrip on of the death is given, so the report is not for the faint‐hearted. For more details visit www.heenecemetery.org.uk

Heene Lane and Co age

The Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra

The Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra (WPO) was established in 1948 and is dedicated to producing top‐level musical performances for all. One of the UK’s finest regional community orchestras, the WPO is fortunate to perform and rehearse in the superb acous cs of the magnificent Worthing Assembly Hall, and is firmly rooted in its local arts scene. Alongside its regular season of six to eight concerts, the WPO is proud to collaborate widely with other organisa ons on a range of community‐based projects.

WPO members come from across the south coast area and include professional and semi‐professional musicians, students, keen local amateur musicians, and peripate c teachers. With a full‐strength membership of over 75 musicians, the orchestra is able to cover a wide repertoire, including major Classical and Roman c symphonies and concerts, as well as large‐scale 20th century orchestral works, and choral works with our partner local choirs.

As well as collaborating with major international soloists, the WPO is also dedicated to providing a pla orm for rising star young soloists and composers. It has well‐established links to the Munster Trust, the Worthing Music and Arts Fes val, and the Coulsdon and Purley Fes val. Since 2018, the WPO’s Composer‐in‐Residence scheme has ensured that the orchestra engages fully with cu ng‐edge new music.

Recent collabora ons have included a special outdoor concert celebra ng the late Queen Elizabeth’s Pla num Jubilee, two fully‐staged produc ons with The Merry Opera Company, and children’s workshops at Worthing’s Highdown Gardens. Future plans include collabora ve performances with the excellent Brighton16 Chamber Choir, with Worthing’s local professional Rainbow Shakespeare theatre company, and with English Youth Ballet.

Music Director, Dominic Grier, says: “During my ten years at the helm of this talented group of musicians, I have seen it grow in stature, developing a well‐jus fied reputa on for musical excellence and innova ve cultural engagement with the community it serves.

“All are welcome at our concerts, which are reasonably priced and include special deals for season booking, and for students and children. If you have never a ended a live orchestral performance before, you will hopefully be surprised by the friendly and unstuffy atmosphere at our events. If you are a regular concert‐goer we hope you will find something to savour in this season’s programmes”.

The WPO’s 2024‐25 season is open for booking now, via the Worthing Theatres and Museums Box Office. See the website www.wtm.uk, call 01903 206 206, or email: boxoffice@wtm.uk

For more informa on about the Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra, and for a season overview, go to www.worthingphil.org.uk

How do I move my Will to another law firm?

Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP and an expert in Wills and Inheritance Tax, considers why you may wish to move your Will to another firm, and how to go about it.

There are a few common misconcep ons when it comes to Wills. For example, that when you die your Executors must use the firm that prepared your Will to obtain Probate and administer your estate.

Another common misconcep on is that you need to store your original Will with the firm that prepared it.

It is always a good idea for a solicitors’ firm to store your original Will. There is a rule of law known as the “presump on of revoca on”. If your original Will cannot be found when you die, and it was last known to be in your possession, you are presumed to have revoked the Will. The Intestacy Rules will then apply instead of your wishes. The Intestacy Rules create a par cular problem if your Will named an unmarried partner or friends or chari es as beneficiaries, or if there are blood rela ves who you did not want to inherit. Storing your Will with a solicitor means that the presump on of revoca on can never apply. However, your Will does not need to be held by the solicitor who drew it up.

So why might you wish to move your Will to another firm of solicitors? The most common reasons are that you have moved, the individual solicitor who prepared the Will has le or re red, the firm has closed the office that you dealt with, or the firm itself has changed (for example becoming a lot more corporate and less caring following a merger).

Moving your Will to another firm could not be simpler. If you wish to transfer your Will to Monan Gozze LLP, we simply need to know the name of the firm that holds your original Will, your full name, your telephone number, and your home address. If you had a different address when you signed your Will then we need to know that address as well. We provide you with a le er of authority to sign, which we then submit to your old solicitor so that your Will and any other documents (for example, your Deeds or your Powers of A orney) can be sent to us. You do not need to contact your old solicitor directly or give any reason why you are moving your Will.

At Monan Gozze LLP we do not charge for transferring Wills from another firm, and most firms do not charge for releasing your Will to us. When we have received your Will, we will arrange a free review appointment with you, to check that it s ll meets your needs and to take down informa on that will be helpful to your Executors when you pass away, such as details of your assets, pensions and other sources of income, and any debts. The review appointment can be in our Arundel office, but free home visits are available in the areas where this magazine is distributed.

If you would like to transfer your Will from another firm, you can email me at ssampson@monangozze .com, phone 01903 927055, write or call in to our Arundel office at 1 Tarrant Street, Arundel, BN18 9DG.

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.com. There may not be a vacancy in your area at the moment, but we will contact you when one comes up.

“I really couldn’t exist without the help of Guild Care. This is truly a lifeline service for me which I couldn’t do without.”

Home Care client

Person-centred care and support in your own home

Guild Care are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity. Our vison is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives. Our home care service enables older people and vulnerable adults to lead better quality lives whilst remaining safe and comfortable in their own homes. We offer support with:

Personal care Companionship Respite

Household duties Well-being checks Medication

Meal preparation We cover: Worthing, Ferring, Goring, Rustington, East Preston, Lancing, Shoreham, Angmering and surrounding areas. Join our team, we are looking for dedicated carers.

homecare@guildcare.org Get in touch with our friendly team for more details 01903 528637 or 07866 781827

www.guildcare.org/homecare

Guild Care is a registered charity, number 1044658.

Sarah Hills

Slimming World Consultant, Goring

Sarah has been a Slimming World consultant for 21 years and currently runs four groups in the Worthing area, including one at Goring Methodist Church on Wednesday evenings. “It has been an honour to support so many members on their weight loss journeys over the years, sharing their achievements seeing their health improve and their self‐esteem grow. I like to make the groups fun and informa ve and leave knowing that I have helped to make a difference.” Sarah lives locally with her husband, son and Jack Russell, Lenny.

Where is your favourite place to go in Goring? The beach, par cularly on a beau ful summer evening when the  de is out. My dog loves to run on the sand and through the rock pools.

What was your first car and what did you like most about it? My first car was bought in 1985, a 1975 Mini. It was so nippy, noisy and fun. It is hard to believe that cars used to come without radios. I had to have one fi ed!

What is your favourite city in the world? My favourite city is Sorrento. My husband and I went there for the first  me just before we got married and go back every few years. The history of the area is fascina ng, the views are stunning and the wine is delicious!

What is your favourite book? My favourite book is The Light Behind The Window by Lucinda Riley. It is so well researched and you believe in the characters. It introduced me to her books, all of which are brilliant. I also love Last Chance Saloon by Marian Keyes. It is both funny and moving, a great holiday read. If you were alone on an island, which record would you take and why? The 12" version of Torch by So  Cell. It has been my favourite record for years. I finally saw them live at the O2 and actually cried when they played it!

Who would you invite to your dream dinner party? I would want my dinner party to be full of chat and laughter so would invite people that are entertaining, indiscreet and have a few tales to tell. I would invite Alan Carr, Princess Anne, Dolly Parton, Jeremy Clarkson, Rylan, Judi Dench and Joan Collins.

Which person in history would you like to meet? I would like to meet Elvis and warn him about the Colonel. The recent film was so moving, Tom Hanks was brilliant as Colonel Parker, and it made me wish that someone had given Elvis be er advice and really looked out for him. What a tragic waste.

If you could go back in me, where would you go? If I could go back in  me it would be to a Sunday lunch, with my family, cooked by my mum. It’s a simple thing but something you don’t truly appreciate un l that person has gone.

What is the worst job you have ever done? The worst job I ever had was supposedly “marke ng” in a company that made custom packaging. I was actually placed in an internal office with no view of the outside world, taking files out of the filing cabinet when required and then pu ng them back. I got sacked for being “miserable and not fi ng in”. I think that summed up how I felt.

What is the best job you have ever done?

I am lucky to have had two jobs that I have loved and they both involve face‐to‐face interac ons with people. I worked in various builder’s merchants for 16 years, which was great fun and for 21 years as a Slimming World consultant, a role that I s ll love.

What is your proudest spor ng achievement? I had never been par cularly sporty at school but I started playing netball around the age of 23 and found that I loved it and was actually a good shooter. However, my proudest moment was the day that I completed the couch to 5k. I stood in the street and cried. It is never too late to try something new and the sense of achievement was amazing. I s ll run regularly and actually enjoy it, who knew?

Light Up a Life at

St Barnabas Hospice

A loyal friend with an infec ous laugh, Jan enjoyed good health un l, approaching her 70th birthday, she started complaining of pain in her upper abdomen. By the me Jan was diagnosed with pancrea c cancer, the prognosis was not hopeful.

“People say you can't see someone’s pain, but I could,” says Jan’s sister, Lyn.

“Even when she managed to get some rest, it was terrible to think she would wake up the next day and go through it all again.

“Un l St Barnabas came on board, I felt so alone. When we were referred to the hospice, everything changed.

“It was such a comfort to us knowing we could call St Barnabas for advice and support, and we knew we wanted to spend her final days

together at the hospice. When they said they had a bed available, we were overjoyed. We just knew it was the right place for her.

“When someone is cared for by St Barnabas, their loved ones become part of the hospice family too. Light Up a Life brings together people in our community to celebrate the lives of our loved ones and the joy they brought to our lives.

“If you can support St Barnabas with a dona on, I know how much of a difference it will make to families just like mine,” says Lyn. “Every dona on, no ma er how small, means the hospice will con nue to be there to help other people in our community.”

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‘The Messiah’ – a Finale

…and the start of something new?

Arundel Cathedral will host a performance of this classic from the choral repertoire ‐ the beau ful words of the King James Bible set to glorious music by the incomparable George Frederick Handel, from the rousing ‘For unto us a child is born’, to the triumphant ‘Hallelujah’ chorus.

A er 20 years as Musical Director of the Angmering Chorale, George Jones will conduct his final performance for us. During those years, we sang a wonderful range of pieces, old and new, not only in the beau ful se ng of the cathedral but also in New York and across Europe. Highlights include ‘The Armed Man’ at both Carnegie Hall and Bayeux Cathedral to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of D‐Day. It would be a fi ng send‐off for him to have the cathedral filled to burs ng. Do come and join us and our incredibly talented professional soloists at 7.30pm on Saturday 23rd November. Tickets can be bought at www.theangmeringchorale.org.uk or call our box office on 01903 783918.

We feared that this might be the end of the choir a er the commi ee looked at a wide range of op ons to enable it to con nue, key among those being finding a new Musical Director, but despite all their efforts, we hit too many roadblocks. A number of current members also felt they had reached re rement age. However, during the summer, we were approached by Dominic Grier, who has done great things with the Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra over the last 10 years, and

remarkable things elsewhere, including opera and ballet, among which working as guest conductor of the Royal Ballet – check out his CV online – who is keen to work with an ambi ous local choir. Many of us want to con nue and we hope local choral singers will be equally enthusias c about working with this talented young man from January 2025. There remain a number of details to resolve but we are working hard to do so and provide more informa on. We hope to con nue to rehearse on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm at Angmering Community Centre. To find out more, please email tarryer@b nternet.com.

We look forward to seeing you then and, of course, at Arundel cathedral on 23rd November for what will be a memorable evening.

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East Preston Christmas Tree Fes val

St Mary’s Church, 13th—15th December

The sparkle‐tas c event that is East Preston’s Christmas Tree Fes val is almost upon us. Thousands of visitors have enjoyed the St Mary’s Church’s previous Christmas Tree Fes vals, but if you’ve never been before, what can you expect to enjoy this  me?

Each tree’s sponsor, whether a local business or organisa on, is preparing to adorn their fir at the church in a fi ng and unique manner including the All about Magazines, who will be decora ng their tree with mini‐magazines. There will be plenty of extra mini‐magazines for visitors to take home to add to their tree.

But as well as the dozens of decorated trees lining the ancient aisles all the way up to and around the altar, there will be plenty going on in the pews with various stalls and ac vi es. Plus you can buy some raffle  ckets and stand a chance of winning one of many amazing prizes, including dona ons from The Seaview, Wiston Estate, and Brennan & Cha erton Estates. And there are hundreds of prizes in the tombola too, including many donated by Ferring Nurseries.

One of the most popular parts of the fes val is when the children’s choir from East Preston Junior School come to sing. This year, they’ll be flexing their vocal chords at 2pm on Friday, 13th December. With so many parents, grandparents, carers etc. expected to a end, it’s probably best to get there early!

Why not arrive in  me to have a light lunch in the adjacent Spire Room, where refreshments will be served throughout the fes val, including tea, coffees and delicious cakes?

Talking of pupils, a compe on took place at East Preston Junior School to create a poster for this year’s fes val. Dozens of brilliant entries were received, but there can only be one winner, so congratula ons to Lucie Schlich!

Lucie wins a £25 gi  voucher and has the honour of turning on the fes val lights at the Big Switch‐on on the eve of the fes val. The runner‐up was Danielle Dyra, who wins £10 worth of vouchers to spend at the fes val. Look out for the winning poster in and around East Preston adver sing the fes val.

Meanwhile, we’ve had word from an elf via the Tinsel Telegraph that Father Christmas will be popping into the fes val, so that’s something li le ones probably won’t want to miss.

Of course, such a big event requires its own army of elves, or “fes val makers”, so if you fancy being one of this friendly, welcoming team, maybe helping with refreshments, the raffle, stewarding or the tombola, there’s s ll me to email friendsofstmarysep@gmail.com

Plus, here’s a top  p for all fes val visitors: please bring plenty of cash, including coins, as the church only has a couple of card payment machines.

But if your digital muscles are twitching, why not make a dona on to this year’s Christmas Tree Fes val now by following the link via this QR code?

This year’s Christmas Tree Fes val runs from 13th to 15th December from 10am to 6pm and from 11.30am on 15th at St Mary’s church in Vicarage Lane, East Preston. You are all warmly invited to this awesome arboreal event!

Dressing for December

with Willow & Eve, your local preloved clothing bou que December gives everyone the chance to dress up and celebrate with family, friends and loved ones; whether it be for Christmas cocktails, a fancy dinner or a house party this year forget your lounge wear, it's me to get glamorous!

Willow & Eve are your local, friendly and expert preloved womenswear bou que where you can buy and sell clothing, footwear and accessories. By now you’ll have seen all the catwalk trends regurgitated on the high street and are probably looking forward to purchasing a fresh look for those Christmas soirees. Here, we dissect the transferable trends for autumn/ winter so you can buy your next going ‘out out’ ou it with confidence.

Here at Willow & Eve you can get a ‘new to you’ preloved party look at affordable prices while also helping to protect our planet. Both our stores in Rus ngton and Arundel have an offer of gorgeous, glamorous occasion wear to take you through the fes ve season and into the New Year.

We also have a selec on of luxury cashmere and cosy knitwear to snuggle up in style over the Twixmas period. Cardigans rule this season, bu on up and tucked into denim for day, so , sumptuous or metallic crochet for evening If you’d like to consign your quality clothing or accessories during December, do read our ‘Sell with us’ sec on on our website, www.willowandeve.com, to determine if your items fit our criteria. If sold we pay our clients 40 per cent of the agreed selling price. Willow & Eve are based in Sea Lane, Rus ngton and River Road, Arundel.

Nineteen Eighty‐Four

FADS November 2024 Produc on

This November, FADS is excited to be presen ng a thrilling stage adapta on by Nick Hern of George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty‐Four, described as the most important novel of the 20th century.

Hidden away in the Record Department of the Ministry of Truth, Winston Smith skilfully rewrites the past to suit the needs of the Party. Yet, inwardly he rebels against the totalitarian world he lives in, which controls him through the all‐seeing telescreens and the watchful eye of Big Brother, symbolic head of the Party. In his longing for truth and liberty, Smith begins a secret love affair with a fellow worker, the free‐spirited Julia. However, he soon a racts the a en on of O’Brien, a member of the inner party and, a er his terrifying appointment in Room 101, discovers that the true price of freedom is betrayal.

The produc on runs from Wednesday 20th November to Saturday 23rd November and is an amateur produc on by arrangement with Nick Hearn books.

Tickets are available from www. cketsource.co.uk/fad

For further details, go to the Future Produc ons page of the FADS website, visit www.ferring‐drama.org.uk or email us at ferringamdram@gmail.com

Audi ons For Pack Of Lies

Fads March 2025 Produc on FADS March 2025 produc on will be Pack of Lies, a 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 iden es, a secret radio transmi er and microdots hidden in books. But 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, which many will recall from the six es. Cas ng is five women and three men, and we are par cularly keen to hear from any younger female actors who might be interested in audi oning for the part of Julie, the teenage daughter.

Directed by Roy Stevens, audi ons will be held on Tuesday 25th November star ng at 7:30pm in Ferring Village Hall. Actors and anyone interested in backstage roles are encouraged to a end. Show dates are 26th to 29th March 2025. Email ferringamdram@gmail.com for a Show Pack with audi on pieces.

Li lehampton

Ladies Probus Club

We are a group of about 40 ladies who enjoy a monthly mee ng in convivial company and with a delicious lunch (we have to admit that the dessert trolley is only for special occasions) followed, usually, by a speaker. The talks cover a variety of topics and we welcome sugges ons from members.

We are also hoping to start a monthly Coffee Morning in the autumn as well as other social ac vi es ‐ and encourage our members to share their ideas.

We meet at Ham Manor Golf Club, Angmering, on the fourth Friday of each month.

This year, we celebrated our 40th Birthday with li le mementoes for our members. We also had lunches for Diwali, Burns Night, Chinese New Year and the King’s Corona on – all with suitably themed menus.

If you would like to learn more about us or join us for lunch, please contact Margaret, the Membership Secretary, preferably by email –daisypopslib@b nternet.com – so that she can send you some informa on about the club. Please include your phone number. If you would like to speak to Margaret, call 01903 787081. We look forward to hearing from you.

Sussex Gruffs Christmas Concert

Sussex Gruffs Male Voice Choir are delighted, for the second year running, to be holding a fund raising concert on behalf of Care for Veterans charity, which supports physically disabled ex‐Service personnel in the Worthing area.

We will be performing a variety of traditional carols and seasonal music. So, come and experience the magic of Christmas at the stunning Lancing College Chapel, a breathtaking architectural marvel. The concert will be held on Sunday 15th December at 2pm. Tickets are available through the Care for Veterans website

at www.careforveterans.org.uk. This event is very popular, so tickets sell out quickly. If you can’t make it, you can always attend one of our other concerts. We hold a number of events throughout the year. More information on future concerts can be found on our website at www.sussexgruffsmvc.co.uk

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