Losing someone close to us is a painful and challenging experience. Our aim at H D Tribe is to make the whole funeral process as simple and as stress-free as possible for you, by offering a complete funeral service, ensured by H D Tribe’s long-established reputation for quality, dignity and reliability.
Lisa joined the team in 2015 at our Head Office, looking after all front-of-house enquiries. In 2021 Lisa started arranging and conducting funerals and took to the role very quickly. In 2022 she was promoted to Manager of the Littlehampton Office and thoroughly enjoys this new position. A former World, Commonwealth and European Champion tenpin bowler she has now retired from competitive play and focuses her attention on the administrative side of things. She is a former Chair of the British Tenpin Bowling Association and Board Member for the European Bowling Federation.
Lisa John
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Welcome to our March issue. William Wordsworth wrote so beautifully about one of the iconic symbols of March, the daffodil, ‘fluttering and dancing in the breeze… Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.’ Indeed, to many it is the golden trumpets of the daffodil which announce to the world the arrival of spring.
Due to a late Easter this year, Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day falls in March on Tuesday 4th March. Schools will celebrate World Book Day on 6th March and the clocks will go forward in the early hours of Mothering Sunday on 30th March, so don’t be late to meet your Mum!
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Easter eggs for everyone? Here’s hoping!
By Cllr Sean Lee, Mayor of Li lehampton
This year is proving to be even ul and full of surprises, albeit it began with a bit of a lay off due to illness, or rather the ‘100 day’ cough, I’m sure many of you will have had it or heard it!
I started the year with the pleasure of being invited to the Windmill theatre to see the Elves and the Shoemaker. My granddaughter was thrilled to have sweets thrown towards her. Needless to say, she caught quite a few. I’m sure she’s expec ng an easter version where they’ll throw chocolate eggs… Here’s hoping!
It was a privilege to be a guest of honour at the Li lehampton Wave Life Saving Club Annual Awards where the surprises con nued. I didn’t know my introduc on would be my full biography, as read out by the reless and hardworking volunteer chairman David Slade. Neither of us were expec ng the volume of raffle prizes, either. There were probably enough for every a endee to have one each! My hear elt thanks for his hard work and to the great students he has developed. Hopefully
the club will con nue to go from strength to strength. Here’s hoping!
I’m also happily suppor ng some very worthwhile endeavours, which are helping to generate an inclusive and diverse community in the town. The north Macedonian community con nues to go from strength to strength; and the work of Peter and Loreta at Vardar should not go unacknowledged as they begin a very happy re rement!
Our community also benefits from many businesses which support the crea on of a new prayer and community centre. Li lehampton Town Council fully supports the right to prac ce your religion and hopefully this centre will get the go ahead and provide a focal point for our Muslim community. I also happy to support the crea on of a community orchard at one of our allotment sites and this will bring biodiversity to the surrounding plots. Here’s hoping!
This year could be a great year for the town with several landmark projects underway or planned. The Lyminster bypass will hopefully open soon and the beachfront regenera on project is well underway. Li lehampton Town Council will be embarking on a high street community hub project, working with local agencies and chari es to provide a central hive of ac vity and focal point for engagement with the public. All of this could be nicely wrapped up with a major new hotel. Here’s hoping!
The Beach Club Li lehampton:
Crea ng Memories by the Shore
At The Beach Club Li lehampton, our mission is simple: to create a welcoming space where the community comes together to enjoy the best food, drink, and entertainment. Located on the seafront, halfway between Li lehampton and Rus ngton, we strive to be a place where people can connect, celebrate, and create las ng memories.
We open at 7am every day, making us the perfect spot for a post‐beach walk breakfast. From Thursday to Sunday, we stay open into the evening, offering a deligh ul evening dining experience, now featuring our new tapas selec on and Sunday Roasts. We cater to everyone — from families seeking a relaxing tea a er a visit to the Wave, to young professionals enjoying Friday nights with bespoke cocktails and live music. With themed party nights, live performances, and seasonal celebra ons, we bring energy and excitement to the Arun district's social scene. We are commi ed to enhancing the community experience. This includes collabora ng with local talent, suppor ng small businesses, and providing a space for
local clubs to benefit from everything the coast has to offer. We also have an onsite Beach Watersports Team (in collabora on with Duotone) that offers ac vi es like kitesurfing, windsurfing, and paddleboarding. While relaxing in the Club, you’ll o en spot adventurers out on the water, enjoying the sea and wind. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and experience everything The Beach Club Li lehampton has to offer.
Las ng Power Of A orney
What would happen if you no longer had the mental capacity to make decisions about your property, finances, health and welfare?
In this instance, a Deputy, appointed by the Court of Protec on, would be put in place to manage your affairs.
If you would prefer to have control over who makes such important decisions about your life if you lose mental capacity, then it would be wise to consider pu ng a Las of A orney (LPA) in place.
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An LPA is a document that allows you to appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf in the event that you lose mental capacity in rela on to either:
Health and welfare – this includes decisions about care, medical treatment, food, drink, clothing, ac vi es, and where you live.
Property and financial affairs – this includes decisions about paying bills, bank accounts, savings accounts, investments, and selling property.
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Guild Care acquires Saxon House, Worthing,
to enhance community support
Guild Care is delighted to announce a significant development that will help shape its future and strengthen its ability to support the local community. This exci ng change aligns with the charity’s long‐term growth strategy and reinforces the charity’s vision to ensure everyone in need of care lives a safe, secure, and fulfilling life. It also supports their mission to provide accessible, effec ve, and compassionate services.
Worthing’s leading social care charity, Guild Care, has acquired Saxon House, a large, modern building situated in the heart of Worthing. This acquisi on marks a major step forward in making their vision a reality, enabling them to expand their services and enhance the care they provide in a modern, purpose‐built environment.
Saxon House is much more than just a building – it represents a transforma ve opportunity to improve the lives of the charity’s service users, staff, volunteers, and the wider community through:
Dedicated Service User Facili es: Purpose‐built spaces designed to meet the unique needs of those Guild Care supports, ensuring safe and modern care environments
Modern Workspace and Improved Transport Access: The new open‐plan workspace, combined with their current building, Methold House, offers ample parking and enhanced facili es for their transport team, enabling safer and more efficient transporta on for service users
Enhanced Community Connec ons: The acquisi on of Saxon House provides addi onal space to expand the charity’s services, fostering a community hub where more people in the local area can access the support they need. These enhancements will enable Guild Care to strengthen their services, improve user experiences, and create a more unified, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all.
Warren Fabes, CEO of Guild Care, said: “The acquisition of Saxon House is a transformational moment for Guild Care. This new facility will allow us to extend our reach and enhance the services we provide to the local community. We are excited about the opportuni es it creates for the people who use our services as well as our staff and volunteers, and ensures
that we can con nue to deliver compassionate, effec ve, and accessible care in a bright, modern, and suppor ve environment.
“We would also like to extend our hear elt thanks to Mike Holland, a Patron, major donor, and long‐term supporter of Guild Care, whose generous dona on has contributed significantly to enable this acquisi on. We would also like to thank Jacobs Steel Estate Agents for their support in helping us acquire Saxon House, as well as Benne Griffin Solicitors who acted on behalf of Guild Care on the purchase of Saxon House ”
Mike Holland is also a family member of one of the charity’s service users. In recogni on of his unwavering support of Guild Care, and consistent with other buildings being named a er the charity’s founders and patrons, Saxon House will be renamed Holland House.
Guild Care’s services will con nue as they are currently, while plans are developed. The charity will be consul ng with service users, staff and volunteers about the best uses for the addi onal space at Saxon House before confirming when services may move into the new building.
More informa on about the history of Guild Care, spanning over more than 90 years, and its current range of services to support older people, people living with demen a, and children and adults with learning disabili es, is available at www.guildcare.org
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Because we live in the area where we work, Best Choice Roofing takes pride in its trustworthy delivery of installa ons, roof repairs, conservatory roof replacements, chimney repairs, leadwork and more.
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Shopmobility Manager re res a er 20 years
Long‐serving manager recalls the history of the charity — and of her many years involved.
By June Caffyn
I finally re red on New Year’s Eve 2024 a er working as the manager of Li lehampton Shopmobility for all but six years of the charity’s 26 years in existence! Some people have asked me why I stayed so long in the same job and the answer is that it was the best job I have ever had, as I was never bored! I wore several hats, including shop, office, fundraising, and helping with the accounts. Indeed, even on quiet days, I always found plenty to keep me occupied.
Many of our nice, loyal customers also made it so worthwhile to work there and I especially liked that I was working for a local charity.
Way back in 1998, I started off as a general assistant at Shopmo (as we all like to call the charity for short!), but a er six years, I le to work elsewhere. However, a er working for a few years at my new place, I was reading the local newspaper some me in April 2010 and no ced that the manager’s job at Li lehampton Shopmobility was being adver sed. I recalled how much I had enjoyed working there and applied for the job. Well, I was delighted when I was offered the post straight a er having the interview way back in May 2010.
During my years as manager, I found that the best of mes working there were when former local Councillor and our then‐Town Council Representa ve, Alan Gammon, was voted in as Shopmo’s chairman in 2014, as he achieved so much in his years at the helm, including saving the charity money with his many cost‐cu ng ideas. Also, during Alan’s almost ten years as chairman, the charity was shortlisted for four consecutive years for a Tom Hillier Shopmobility of the Year Award. Another wonderful surprise was being presented with the Li lehampton Town Council’s Merit Award in 2018.
Alan re red as chairman at the September 2023 AGM and he was then asked to become honorary president of Li lehampton Shopmobility, which he accepted, so the team is happy that he is s ll involved.
As a qualified bookkeeper, Alan also had taken on the role of temporary volunteer‐treasurer just un l another treasurer could be found and at the September 2024 AGM, we were all thrilled to welcome back our formerly re red trustee‐treasurer, Richard Wilkins.
A couple of weeks before I re red, I was offered and accepted the posi on of honorary vice‐president [see the photo above with le to right, Lucy Batchelor, myself and Alan Gammon]. So I will s ll be involved with the charity. Incidentally, this is one of the smaller Shopmobilitys in the UK and it has always meant so much to me over these many years!
I am delighted that Lucy replaced me as the new manager in January and that Cllr Alan Butcher became the new chairman in the September 2024 AGM. The trustees and the volunteers are the lifeblood of the charity, and they are all very much appreciated. However, Li lehampton Shopmobility is s ll in need of at least two more trustees and volunteers, so if anyone reading this is interested in these roles, please contact Lucy on 01903 733004 for more informa on.
Thank you to all of the team who helped me at Li lehampton Shopmobility.
What is enough?
Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner Nsure
It’s a big ques on, so let’s just focus on the financial aspect. Life doesn’t come with a defini ve expiry date. Planning for the future, especially when it comes to re rement, may seem a bit like guesswork. The discussion about how much is enough is common in many of my mee ngs. The biggest concern is whether or not there will be enough money in the pot.
How much do you actually need? When planning your re rement, it’s o en good prac ce to list all the things you actually want to do. Are you planning on taking mul ple holidays a year now that you’re not limited to the standard five weeks per annum of leave? Are you going to change your car every three years? Are you planning on having an expensive hip opera on? Hopefully, you get the gist, but outlining your expecta ons for re rement can drama cally shape what you need in terms of income. It’s also key to remember that there is no law to say that you have to give up working.
Deciding to delay re rement by even a year can have a huge impact. Every year you put off re rement, it’s an extra year of income, an extra year’s growth for your pension fund and another year that you’re not drawing on the re rement pot.
Other factors to bear in mind are that you may be lucky enough to be reasonably debt‐free by re rement age, so monthly outgoings could be considerably less than that of your expenses in your 40s. You may also draw a State Pension, which provides an addi onal source of income.
There is o en a lot of concern about whether you have enough to see you through re rement, but in some cases, you may even have too much. As always, if you would like to discuss anything, feel free to get in touch.
Arun Furnishers closes its doors a er 25 years
Twenty‐five years ago, Simon and Julie took the plunge and purchased Arun Furnishers in Beach Road, Li lehampton. Simon has been in the furniture industry most of his working life and Julie in accounts, so they were very confident that between them it would be a good move and they could make a success of it; they certainly did but have now decided that the me is right to re re and move to the next chapter of their lives.
Arun Furnishers has been a big part of their life for so long; however, by retiring now they will hopefully be able to spend many years having extended stays with their family in Australia and enjoy lots of quality time with their young grandchildren. They are looking forward to all those school concerts and cheering them on at their soccer matches with the rest of the grandparents!
Over the last 25 years they have seen the world and our High Street change immeasurably but have been lucky enough to have met many of the lovely people of Littlehampton and beyond, it is amazing how far some of their customers have travelled to come and see them.
The loyalty and support over the years has been very touching and they have made many “friends” who frequently call in for a chat and a catch up on life. They have always believed that “good old‐fashioned service” is very important and know this has been one of the main reasons why they have had such continuous success.
They will be having a RETIREMENT SALE to clear all the stock from the showroom, including sofas, chairs, beds, headboards, bedroom furniture and lounge furniture. The sale began on 3rd February and will run until the end of March or earlier if all the stock has gone!
In the meantime if you have been meaning to order something there is still time as they will be around until every order has been fulfilled and delivered. Even if you do not need to buy or order anything, please feel free to pop in for a chat or just to say goodbye.
Finally, Simon and Julie would like to say a huge thank you to all their loyal customers who over the years have supported them and helped make the business what it is today. They are genuinely going to miss everyone and it will be a sad day when they finally close the doors for the last time but they are looking forward to an exciting retirement.
What’s On in and around Littlehampton
Please add your events to our website www.allaboutmagazines.co.uk/add/event if you would like your event to appear in the ‘What’s On’ pages.
Saturday 1st March ‐ 19:00 to 21:00
St David’s Day Concert (St Symphorian’s Church, New Road, Worthing, BN13 3HU)
Local choirs Sussex Gruffs Male Voice Choir and Inspirations Community Choir will perform a rich variety of music. Entry is free but there will be a re ring collec on in aid of the Church Social and Fundraising Mission Fund.
Sunday 2nd March ‐ 10:00 to 17:00
Welsh Music Listening Party (Pier Road Coffee & Art, High Street, Li lehampton, BN17 5AE)
This special music listening party is en rely centred around Welsh bands and music. Booking is essen al. Pop in or email pierroadcoffeeart@hotmail.com
Tue 4th to Sun 9th March ‐ 14:30 to 15:00
Rosemary Jones: A Retrospec ve (Colonnade House, Warwick Street, Worthing BN11 3DH)
Rosemary specialises in linocut printmaking. The main focus of her prints is the Downs and views around Worthing. This exhibi on includes new work, and Rosemary will be working in the gallery, showing people how it’s done.
Fri 7th to Sat 29th March ‐ 09:30 to 16:30
Library of Possibili es and Wonder (Li lehampton Library, Maltravers Road, Li lehampton, BN17 5NA)
Experience books in a completely new way as West Sussex Library Service celebrates its 100th anniversary. Put on a VR headset and jump into a magical world of virtual books. Choose from: Smuggling, Countryside, Cookery, History or Space. The full experience lasts 15 minutes. Book this free event on Eventbrite.
As part of the Arundel Literary Fes val, come meet three fantas c children’s authors. There will also be a fun children's book quiz, which will take you around Arundel looking for books. Test your knowledge and win a book token. For full details, see www.arundelmuseum.org
A peaceful parcel of me to lay and listen for a while, bathing in sounds and the luminous glow of the Full Moon. For more details and to book, go to www.veritymegan.com/experiences
Tuesday 18th March ‐ 9:30 to 12:30
Mon Oncle, un prisonnier des Nazis (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, Angmering, BN16 4FU)
A moving and very personal talk based on the memories of the lecturer’s uncle who was imprisoned by the Nazis. It will be shown via Zoom and a Q&A session will follow, me permi ng. The Anglo‐French Circle meets every second Tuesday of the month. All levels of French are welcome and talks have visuals to help. Visitors £5. Numbers are limited, so email in advance anglofrenchrus ngton@gmail.com
Tuesday 18th March ‐ 19:15 to 21:00
The Art Society Arun Talk (Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rus ngton, BN16 3HB)
The Life and Work of Tex le Designer Marion Dorn by Pamela Campbell‐Johnston. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 on the door. To find out more, email enquiries@thearunartssociety.org
Thursday 20th March ‐ 19:00 to 21:00
Dr Geoffrey Mead talk: Muck & Money (Chichester Room, Field Place, The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1NP)
The local historian and University of Sussex lecturer explains to the Sussex Family History Group how Sussex agriculture has changed over the centuries. Non‐members welcome. For more informa on go to www.s g.uk
Friday 28th March ‐ 19:30
Comedy and Curry Night (Mewsbrook Park Café, Hendon Avenue, Rus ngton, BN16 2LX)
The excellent lineup includes David Ingram and Hannah Brackenbury. Tickets £22pp, which includes a meal. To book call 01903 722822 or go to h ps://mewsbrookparkcafe.co.uk
Wednesday 26th March ‐ 19:00 to 22:00
The Art Society Arun: Day of Special Interest (Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rus ngton, BN16 3HB)
Explore the remarkable achievements of Britain’s official war ar sts with lecturer and curator James Russell. Tickets £41, includes three lectures and a ploughman’s lunch with wine or so drink. Book at www.theartssocietyarun.org
Friday 28th March ‐ 19:30
Rock and Roll Bingo (Arcade Lounge, Arcade Road, Li lehampton, BN17 5AP)
Get ready for a night of music, madness and bingo – with a rock 'n' roll twist! Hosted by DJ Pete, sing along, and win some epic prizes!
Saturday 29th March ‐ 10:30 to 16:00
Cra y Cra s Spring Cra Fair (Rus ngton Parish Church Hall, The Street, BN16 3NL)
All types of cra s on sale, from candles to papercra s, jewellery to embroidery and kni ed toys.
Wed 2nd to Sat 5th April ‐ 19:30 to 22:30; Saturday ma nee 14:30
Li le Shop of Horrors (The Windmill Entertainment Centre, Windmill Road, Li lehampton, BN17 5LH)
LPOS Musical produc ons are thrilled to bring this darkly comedic musical to The Windmill. Tickets £16, concessions £14. Purchase ckets from www. cketsource.co.uk/lpos or on the door. Group booking discounts are also offered, contact boxoffice@lpos.org to find out more.
Sunday 6th April ‐ 11:00 to 14:30
Spring Wedding Fayre (Li lehampton Town Council, Manor House, Church St, BN17 5EW)
This is the perfect opportunity for all prospec ve couples to view the beau ful Grade II listed wedding venue and be inspired by a fabulous range of local wedding suppliers. Admission is free. For more informa on, visit www.li lehampton‐tc.gov.uk/weddings or email weddings@li lehampton‐tc.gov.uk
Sunday 6th April ‐ 11:30 to 14:30
Wes e Walk Li lehampton Beach (Edge by the Sea café, Norfolk Gardens, Sea Road, BN17 5TJ)
Bring your West Highland Terriers along and set off at midday towards Rus ngton before
returning for coffee and lunch at the cafe. All Westies welcome, on or off lead. Free to attend.
Tuesday 8th April ‐ 19:15 to 20:45
200 ans après, que reste‐il de l'heritage de Napoléon? (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU)
A talk to the Anglo French Circle about Napoleon’s legacy. Visitors £5 a visit but please email anglofrenchrus ngton@gmail.com as numbers are limited.
Wednesday 9th to 16th April ‐ 11:00 to 15:00
Easter High Street Events (Li lehampton High Street, Li lehampton, BN17 5EA)
Events include interac ve ac vi es, workshops, an ongoing Easter Trail and more! For details, see www.li lehampton‐tc.gov.uk/events
Sat 12th or Tue 29th April ‐ 10:00 to 13:00
Make Your Own Keyring or Pendant ‐ Pewter
Cu lefish Cas ng Workshop (Me le Studios, Roundstone Bypass, Angmering, BN16 4BD)
A hands‐on workshop where you’ll cra your own unique pewter objects using a tradi onal cu lefish‐cas ng technique. Price £60. www.fleurgrenier.co.uk
Saturday 12th April ‐ 14:30 to 17:00
Sussex Theatre Organ Trust: Tea Dance with Phil Kelsall (Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbo Road, Worthing, BN11 1HQ)
Experience the magic of dancing to the Wurlitzer organ played by Phil Kelsall from the Tower Ballroom Blackpool. Tickets from £14, includes tea and cake. To book, go to www.wtm.uk
Angmering Chorale performs a selec on of anthems, songs, and choruses, presented by its new Musical Director. Tickets £10 available online at www.theangmeringchorale.org.uk and the box office, call 01903 783918.
Friday 18th April ‐ 11:00 to 15:00
The Silent DJ’s Neon 80s Night (The Beach Li lehampton, Sea Road, BN16 2NA)
Experience the silent disco phenomenon. This is a very popular event so booking is essen al. Get your ckets at h ps://thesilentdjs.net/
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Back 2 Fitness Chiroprac c Clinic, Rus ngton by
Chiropractor and Owner Michelle Brennan
I have been a chiropractor for 23 years and my passion is helping people realise the poten al their body has to do more than just survive, it can thrive!
If you’re experiencing back pain, feeling older than your age or if you are looking for guidance on how to feel good, look good and move well, then chiroprac c might be what you are looking for.
I aspire to make a real difference to a pa ent’s life by relieving them of pain and enabling them to live their life to the full. I work to iden fy the cause of the pain and recommend a treatment plan to help achieve results and relief.
I realise that it’s not just about your pain though, it is about all the things that the pain prevents you from doing. For example, playing with your kids, going for a run, sleeping through the night or standing pain‐free at a party. To put it simply, back pain makes you feel old and it doesn’t have to be that way!
At Back 2 Fitness Chiroprac c Clinic we are here to help our clients move and feel be er through chiroprac c treatments, allowing them to get back to doing the things they love.
If you would like to make this your year and are interested in what Back 2 Fitness Chiroprac c Clinic may have to offer you, then call us on 01903 775577 to book your appointment.
We are based at 5B Churchill Court, 112 The Street, Rus ngton BN16 3DA. Please call 01903 775577 or visit www.back2fitness.biz
What Am I Doing Wrong?!
Nathalie Sansonetti BA, MA, DNN, Dip AIT
Nutritional Therapist & Health Coach, New Leaf Nutrition
Sharon came to me recently, desperate to lose weight. “My confidence is so low. I feel frumpy and una rac ve — I don’t even want to see my friends.” The real issue isn’t the weight (she wants to lose just a stone), but how it’s holding her back from living fully. And it’s making her feel isolated.
Sound familiar? Like Sharon, you’ve probably tried it all: early gym sessions when your body begged for sleep, cu ng food groups, fas ng, yet the extra weight clings on, and your energy’s nowhere to be found. Frustra ng, right?
Here’s the catch: you’ve likely triggered stress hormones—cor sol and insulin—that promote fat storage. When balanced, your body uses nutrients efficiently. But when you push too hard, it shi s into ‘fight or flight’ mode, leading to burnout, nutrient deple on, and fa gue. So, what’s the solu on?
Balance is key: Ditch refined sugars to lower cor sol and insulin, but don’t just cut — add healthy fats, proteins, and diverse foods.
Relax around food: Eat slowly, chew thoroughly — only when hungry, and stop at 80% fullness.
Listen to your body: Exercise isn’t one‐size‐fits‐all. For many, short, frequent, high‐intensity sessions work best.
Move mindfully: Add gentle movement to your day, breathe deeply, and priori se rest.
When your health or body hold you back from living your life, it’s me to tune in, to be er understand what works for you.
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The Hearing Clinic
Let us help you hear every moment, loud and clear
At The Hearing Clinic, we are a proud, family‐run clinic that has been serving the community for 14 years, delivering professional and personalised care to support your hearing health. Our experienced team of registered audiologists and hearing care assistants provide a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet your needs.
From safe and gentle ear wax removal using micro‐suc on and irriga on methods to detailed hearing assessments, we handle every step with precision and exper se.
We also specialise in servicing and repairing all makes and models of private hearing aids, helping to maintain their op mal performance. For those looking for new devices, we offer a wide selec on of high‐quality hearing aids, expertly fi ed with ongoing a ercare.
For clients unable to visit our clinic, we are pleased to offer home appointments, ensuring you receive the same level of compassionate and professional care in the comfort of your own home. You can rest assured that, with our extensive experience, we can iden fy any
hearing‐related concerns that may require further medical a en on. Whether it’s persistent ear infec ons, sudden hearing loss, or other poten ally referable condi ons, our team ensures that nothing is overlooked and that you receive the appropriate guidance for your health and well‐being.
As a trusted local business, we pride ourselves on providing a friendly, approachable service where you are treated as an individual, not just a client. To learn more about our services or to book an appointment, contact us at 01903 204521.
Let us help you hear every moment, loud and clear.
Li lehampton Badminton & Squash Club
Li lehampton Badminton & Squash Club (LBSC) is located off the High Street in Li lehampton. It is a dedicated indoor racquet facility incorpora ng three badminton courts, three squash courts, two table tennis tables, a pool table, dart board in the bar and a lounge area which is available for hire.
LBSC was established in 1937 with three badminton courts and two squash courts. A subsequent squash court was built in the early 1980s to cope with the increasing popularity of the sport.
We offer a wide range of opportuni es for anyone looking to start playing badminton and squash or looking to return to the sport. We have a variety of club groups which run either during the day evenings or weekends. These are available for anyone to try.
We have a small but enthusias c group of squash players at the club who welcome players of all abili es. We will match you with players of a similar ability whether you are a veteran or a total beginner.
Pickleball is also available at our open session every Sunday.
The club has a devoted group of table tennis players who play during the day.
Our func on room, including a dance floor, will accommodate 70+ people and includes a licensed bar and separate kitchen. The club also has its own car park. The club is seeking new members and we invite those who are interested to contact us on 01903 713217 or email admin@lbsc.org.uk
How much Inheritance Tax will we pay if we are not married?
Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP, looks at how Inheritance Tax affects couples who are not married or in a civil partnership.
UK Inheritance Tax rules give an enormous tax break to couples who are married or in a civil partnership. Anything le by one UK spouse to another is exempt from Inheritance Tax with no limit. This tax break does not apply to other couples. The changes from the Budget last October will make the situa on worse. Do also remember that if an unmarried couple do not have Wills and one dies, the surviving partner has no legal right to inherit from their partner’s estate.
If one partner in an unmarried couple dies, his/her estate includes his/her share of any jointly owned assets (e.g. property and bank accounts). If that partner has a Will leaving everything to the other partner only a maximum of £325,000 is exempt from Inheritance Tax. The value above £325,000 is taxed at 40%.
Currently, an unmarried partner’s pension and any death‐in‐service benefit from their employer is not taxed when they die.
From 6th April 2027, the Inheritance Tax posi on will get a lot worse. From that date, pensions (except for final salary pensions) and death‐in‐service benefits will be subject to Inheritance Tax. Take as an example, Simon and Jane. They have Wills leaving everything to each other. They have a house in joint names worth £500,000 with a £300,000 mortgage, joint savings of £50,000, life insurance to pay off the mortgage if one of them dies and pensions worth £200,000 each.
If Simon dies before 6th April 2027, his estate for Inheritance Tax will be £425,000. This is half of the equity in the house and half of the savings, plus all the life insurance money. The first £325,000 is exempt from Inheritance Tax. The remaining £100,000 is taxed at 40%, giving a tax bill of £40,000 that will cost Jane almost all their savings.
If Simon dies on or a er 6th April 2027, his £200,000 pension policy will be included for Inheritance Tax. That means another £80,000 of Inheritance Tax. Jane will receive only £120,000 from Simon’s £200,000 pension. That could severely affect Jane’s re rement plans and she may not be able to re re when she wants to.
So, what is the advice from me, as an expert in Wills and Inheritance Tax? If you are an unmarried couple and want to inherit from each other, you must make Wills. If you do not want to have to pay Inheritance Tax when one of you dies, you must get married or form a civil partnership.
However, there are other issues to consider that we do not have space for here. If you are an unmarried couple, why not book a free ini al appointment with me to discuss your own situa on and the op ons available to you? You can contact me by calling Monan Gozze LLP on 01903 927055, or by email ssampson@monangozze .com. Appointments are available at our Arundel office, at your home, or by video call.
Teriyaki and Lime‐glazed Chicken Wings
Prepara on me: 10 mins
Cooking me: 40‐45 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
2 tbsp rice flour (or subs tute baking powder)
900g chicken wings, pat dry with kitchen paper
4 tbsp soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, finely diced
Thumb‐sized piece of ginger, finely chopped
4 tbsp light so brown sugar
1 tbsp cornflour
1 lime, zested and juiced
2 spring onions, sliced
1 red chilli, seeds removed and finely chopped
Jasmine rice to serve
Method
Preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 8. Line a large baking tray with greaseproof paper. Place the dry chicken wings in a large bowl. Sprinkle over the rice flour or baking powder and mix well with your hands un l the chicken wings are coated. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the coated wings across the baking tray in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, make the teriyaki glaze. Into a small pan add the soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar and 150ml water. Cook over a medium heat for 4‐5 minutes un l the glaze is bubbling and slightly thickened. Mix two tbsp of the glaze with the cornflour, then pour the mixture back into the pot, whisking con nuously. Simmer for 2‐3 minutes un l thickened. Squeeze in the lime juice. Remove the chicken wings from the oven at 20 minutes and p them into a bowl. Reserve a few tablespoons of the glaze and pour the rest over the wings, making sure they’re well‐coated. Spread them over the baking tray again and return to the oven for another 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven, top with the reserved glaze, then sprinkle with the lime zest, spring onions and chilli. Serve with fluffy jasmine rice. 34 Please mention All about Littlehampton when contacting advertisers
Gardening Jobs in March
March is a lovely month. It can also be a challenging one for the gardener with winter o en reluctant to release us from her grip. The sun is ge ng stronger and plants, insects, birds and small mammals are busying themselves for the longer, warmer days to come as are some unwanted pests.
The vegetable plot The early potatoes that you have been chi ng need to be planted, as do onion or shallot sets. As the potatoes sprout, be watchful of poten al frosts and hoe up and cover accordingly. If the forecast is mild, think about sowing broad beans, peas, carrots and beetroot. Spinach and summer cabbage and cauliflower can also be sown outdoors along with some le uces.
Flower borders March is the perfect me to plant summer flowering bulbs such as gladioli and lilies. Because the weather in March can be variable, consider sowing summer flowering annuals such as nico ana, petunias, marigolds and salvias in the greenhouse or cold frame. Hardy annuals such as stocks, sunflowers and poppies are by their very nature less affected by variable temperature and weather condi ons and if you have a sunny area in your garden should grow well.
Pest preven on March is the me when garden pests surge. And although some pests have a vital role to play in gardens, we are all aware that, as well as our plants springing to life in March, our friend the slug is also feeling the urge to fill his tummy on our newly planted seedlings. I favour op ng for natural pest control as slug pellets can have a wider impact than just killing the pests you are trying to deter and have a nega ve effect on wildlife.
There are many natural ways to try and deter slugs. Slugs do not like to eat all plants including foxgloves, lavender and roses. They also do not seem too keen on my favourite, cosmos. But as slugs do love some plants, perhaps consider placing a barrier around tender plants. You can buy slug barriers at nurseries or garden centres, or you could try eggshells or sharp grit. You could also try and trap slugs with beer traps, small dishes sunk into the ground filled with beer — I find they really like real ale!
Highdown Gardens
by Alex Luff, Head Gardener/Curator
Perhaps you already know Highdown Gardens. Perhaps you’ve never even been. Maybe you have visited our verdant chalk hill many mes over the years. You might see it as a place to come and sit and think, a place to bring the family for a walk or somewhere to use as inspira on for your garden at home.
It could be that you know all about its storied history. Then again, you might have visited never knowing anything about Frederick and Sybil Stern, the Edwardian power couple who brought panache, cash and aristocra c London style to the humble Sussex coast.
Over six decades, the Sterns created a garden of interna onal renown. Thanks to their network of plant collec ng syndicates, botanical experts, royalty, hor cultural bodies, interna onal contacts and plant hunters, they were able to bring together plants from around the world; these came from the globe’s limestone hotspots. They swapped plant material with other collectors and enthusiasts. They bred new crea ons from these exci ng introduc ons to the country’s exis ng hor cultural landscape. Through their experimenta on, we now have a vastly greater understanding of what can be achieved when plan ng on chalk.
The Sterns formed the Highdown Trust so that their crea on would be preserved and looked a er long past their mortal meframe. Since then, the garden has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people from local areas and much further afield, such was the legacy that the Sterns le So many people have formed a strong connec on to this leafy treasure. There is a reason for this. When something is created from nature with love and care, the gentle a en on that brought it into life is communicated to those that amble along its paths, that find themselves nestled in the li le rooms of which the garden is comprised. All that being said, since the Sterns passed that mantle, those that took it planted too many trees and shrubs. The team that is here are now focused on reducing the numbers of large
specimens so that the Stern plant collec on can have the space to grow in the way that is natural. They need room to breathe and find the light they need. They have to be strong to exist as it is a hard life for a plant on chalk.
Come and experience the garden for yourselves with our famous peony tours taking place on 30th April or 1st May. Or book yourself onto one of our monthly general tours star ng from 27th March. See our website for details: h ps://highdowngardens.co.uk We
Join the Transylvanian Cycle Challenge –
Make a Difference While Cycling Through History!
Are you ready for the cycling adventure of a life me? The Link to Hope Transylvanian Sponsored Cycle Challenge offers you the chance to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Romania, all while suppor ng a worthy cause.
Taking place between 3rd to 10th October, this unforge able journey will take you through the heart of Transylvania, with cyclists visi ng Link to Hope’s project in Brasov, Romania, which supports disabled and marginalised people.
For just £795, you’ll get everything you need for this thrilling challenge — flights, food, transfers, accommoda on, bike hire, and full support throughout the event. But that’s not all; we’re asking par cipants to raise £1,000 in sponsorship to help con nue the vital work we do. Don’t worry if fundraising feels daun ng, we’ll support you every step of the way to ensure you meet your target and make a real impact on the lives of those in need.
With only 15 places available, this is an exclusive opportunity to challenge yourself while making a difference. The funds raised will go directly to Link to Hope’s projects in Eastern Europe, where we provide essen al services to those who need it most.
Helen C, a past par cipant of a Link to Hope challenge, says: “It was an amazing challenge to be part of. Romania is stunning and so interes ng. I felt a huge achievement at the end, not only for myself but for the people I was helping through my fundraising”
A propor on of the cycle ride funds will be going to help the charity Hope Without Limits based in Sacele, Brasov, Romania. It exists to
help disabled people and children who are historically marginalised in society. They run weekly meet‐up groups to bring disabled people together for company, food, ac vi es, advice and even put on produc ons. Funds will go towards con nuing these mee ngs as well as a new work programme they are se ng up to help to bring self‐sufficiency to the people they work with.
So why wait? Sign up today and be part of an extraordinary adventure that will change lives. For more informa on or to secure your place, contact us at info@linktohope.co.uk or call 01903 529333.
Don’t miss out. Join us on this incredible journey and help us con nue our work suppor ng those in need across Eastern Europe. We can’t wait to cycle with you for a great cause!
LPOS Musical Produc ons celebrates 70 years
This year marks the 70th anniversary of one of the oldest established amateur theatrical companies in Li lehampton. LPOS Musical Produc ons (known for most of its life as Li lehampton Players Opera c Society) came into being in 1955, born out of a desire to expand performing opportuni es in the town.
Li lehampton Musical Comedy Society had been established two years earlier, but a keen interest in opere a, specifically those of Gilbert and Sullivan, galvanised the launch of a new company. LPOS hit the ground running with a concert called ‘Gaiety Galore’ in 1955, followed by their first fully staged show, Gilbert and Sullivan’s ‘Pa ence’, in 1956. However, despite these early successes, it was not an easy start.
The fledgling company’s first few years were beset with cas ng difficul es and financial challenges in part because Li lehampton did not then have a suitable theatre. The Windmill Entertainment Centre did not yet exist, so shows usually took place at Wick Hall, which was too small to sell enough ckets to recoup necessary costs like costumes, venue hire, performing rights, scenery, and advertising.
However, the local theatrical community rallied around, with companies like the Li lehampton Musical Comedy Society, Li lehampton Drama c Society, and Rus ngton Players generously lending their own lights and curtains un l LPOS became more established. This early support was vital to LPOS’ survival and has not been forgo en – a spirit of coopera on and inclusion remains at the heart of the company’s work today.
A key development came in the late 1960s when the seafront shelter was turned into a theatre then known as the Western Pavilion, transforming not only Li lehampton’s seafront, but also LPOS’ fortunes. The company eagerly accepted a slot at the new venue, staging ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ in 1968, and since then, the Windmill has become LPOS’ much‐loved main home, hos ng over 100 of their shows to date. The much greater sea ng capacity finally allowed the company to become self‐sufficient, and having access to a larger and more flexible performance space also encouraged LPOS to
broaden their repertoire, exploring opere as beyond those of Gilbert and Sullivan and, by the 1990s, adding musicals to the mix.
To reflect this more diverse programme, last year the company was renamed LPOS Musical Produc ons. Recent produc ons have ranged from classic musicals like ‘Me and My Girl’ and ‘The Pajama Game’ to more modern fare, but its love of G&S s ll persists, with a very successful run of ‘Iolanthe’ last autumn.
This eclec c approach con nues as LPOS enters its 70th year. The company’s birthday celebra ons begin in vibrant style with ‘Li le Shop Of Horrors’ running at the Windmill from 2nd to 5th April, while 21st June will feature a special concert performance of ‘Pa ence’, in a nod to the company’s first‐ever show. A full staging of ‘Hello, Dolly!’ will follow in October, and a host of other events are planned. Keep an eye on www.lpos.org for more details.
Just as community spirit was crucial to LPOS’ early success, today the company emphasises a warm, inclusive atmosphere, working to break down barriers that might prevent people from taking part in amateur theatre. LPOS aim to give people from all backgrounds and of all abili es and levels of experience a chance to get involved, whether on stage, backstage, or in a crea ve role so that they can enjoy the well‐being, confidence, prac cal skills, and sense of belonging that performing brings. To that end, membership (open to anyone aged 16+) costs are deliberately kept low, at £30 pa.
If you have ever thought about treading the boards or working behind the scenes, do get in touch by emailing enquiries@lpos.org. There is always lots to do, and you will always be welcome. This is a friendly society where members are team players and you o en find two (if not three!) genera ons of the same family taking part in produc ons.
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Project to install Changing Places facili es in
Arun now complete
The grant‐funded project to install six Changing Places Toilets across the district is now complete — with an addi onal two planned for this year.
Changing Places toilets (CPTs) are larger accessible toilets for disabled people, with equipment such as hoists, curtains, adult‐sized changing benches and space for carers. Without these life‐changing facili es, the disabled people who rely on them o en face the stark choice of being changed on a toilet floor or staying at home.
The new facili es can be found at Arun Leisure Centre in Felpham, The Wave in Li lehampton, Arundel Wetland Centre, Crown Yard car park in Arundel, Hotham Park in Bognor Regis and The Street in Rus ngton.
Another is being built at Coastguards toilets as part of the Li lehampton Seafront Scheme and the final CPT is planned as part of the Alexandra Theatre renova on in Bognor Regis.
The project to install the much‐needed facili es was delivered using £227,000 government grant funding, plus contribu ons from Arun District Council, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT), and Rus ngton Parish Council. Prior to this investment, the only Changing Places toilet locally was at The Aldingbourne Country Centre near Chichester.
Councillor Sue Wallsgrove, Chair of the Environment Commi ee at Arun District Council, said, “We are delighted to see this project completed with all six facili es now open and being regularly used. The daily reality for thousands of disabled people and their
families is facing the indignity of being changed on the floor of a public toilet, so these facili es
offer a solu on.
We’ve had some great feedback about how they’re making a difference to the lives of the people who need them, which really demonstrates how vital this project was.
“In addi on, we are building two more CPT toilets as part of two exci ng projects being delivered in the district – the Li lehampton Seafront Scheme and the transforma on of the Alexandra Theatre in Bognor Regis. We recognise that having the facili es at these two key sites will allow disabled people and their families and carers more op ons when deciding where to visit.”
A er their CPT was fi ed, Arundel Wetland Centre was reviewed by a member of EuansGuide.com, a website that aims to empower disabled people by providing informa on that will give confidence when out and about. In the review, it was described as a ‘perfect place to visit’
To find out more about Changing Places toilets, or to locate a facility, visit www.changing‐places.org
Alison Griffiths MP
Bognor Regis and Li lehampton
Elected in 2024, Alison Griffiths is the Member of Parliament for Bognor Regis and Li lehampton. She grew up in Surrey and Sussex, and a ended the University of Warwick. While there, she contracted bacterial meningi s and lost 70 per cent of her hearing. She came out the other side to focus on how she could make a difference in the world, and is an ambassador and former trustee for Meningi s Now. Before entering Parliament, Alison worked in senior roles for global businesses, including pensions provider Aviva and Coca‐Cola. In later years, she focused on technology and advised the government on fintech and cybersecurity. As the Member of Parliament for Bognor Regis and Li lehampton, Alison is dedicated to addressing important local issues, such as flooding and sewage discharges. She strives to make our high streets safer, and to leverage her business experience to advocate for the condi ons needed for businesses to thrive. What do you like best about Rus ngton and Li lehampton? It’s got to be the beach and the sea. I’m an ac ve swimmer and love swimming in the sea, although, I haven’t been able to do much of that recently. The latest water quality ra ngs make me determined to do all I can to get organisa ons and groups together to resolve sewage discharges once and for all. It’s also the community feel we have here. There are so many incredible organisa ons and businesses on our doorstep like Li lehampton Community Fridge, Pier Road Coffee and Art, Barkers Electrical, and Flowers of Rus ngton. Each adds their own character and makes it such a great community.
Where is your favourite place to go in and around Li lehampton and Rus ngton? I love taking my four‐year‐old grandsons to Harbour Park. It is the best day out for all of us!
What is your favourite local restaurant? The Arun View has consistently deligh ul food. The Beach has my favourite view. I have had some lovely lunches at Fig Café in Rus ngton. All of them have always given me the warmest of welcomes. However, there are so many I haven’t yet tried. Please do share your recommenda ons. I will be doing all I can to support our en re hospitality sector.
What did you want to be when you grew up? I spent my childhood around animals and wanted to be a vet. However, Margaret Thatcher was elected for the first me when I was a child, and she ul mately provided the stronger inspira on for my current career. What is the best advice you have ever been given? There are always different ways to look at the same situa on. This helps me see things from other people’s perspec ves. But it also enables me to keep looking for the posi ves, and to find new solu ons to seemingly intractable problems.
What is the best job you have ever done? Without ques on, this one. It’s an enormous privilege to be the MP for Bognor Regis and Li lehampton, which now includes Rus ngton, too. People have put their trust in me and I’m working relessly to repay it. Whether it’s standing up for our area in parliament, raising cases directly with ministers, or mee ng the many people who are proud to call this part of West Sussex their home. It’s an honour and joy to have this job. It really is the best job I’ve ever had.
What do you do in your spare me? I don’t really have much spare me. I’m constantly out and about, mee ng people and visi ng incredible businesses, groups and local organisa ons. When I do though, I try and swim as much as possible, and play tennis
when I can. I love walking in the Downs with my husband Chris, and relaxing with yoga too. It is always wonderful to spend me with my young twin grandsons and my wider family.
What keeps you awake at night?
Under the last government, 100 per cent of storm ou lows were monitored by the me it le office. Improving water quality is one of the biggest issues facing us right now. Water bathing quality must be cleaned up, par cularly in areas like ours that rely on tourists to support our high streets and local economy.
Tackling flooding and sewage discharges is my number one priority. We’ve got to move further and faster to resolve it. I’m challenging organisa ons to do more and will con nue to speak out un l it’s resolved once and for all.
What is the most important lesson life has taught you? To never give up. When I was 19 I caught bacterial meningi s. I lost 70 per cent of my hearing, permanently. The doctors and nurses saved my life. I know I was lucky. I learned to hear again — just differently. It’s this lesson, never giving up, that drives my outlook on life. I was determined then to repay the service that others had given to me and make a difference in improving our society.
I want to ensure no one feels they are alone and that everyone feels their voice is being heard. I’m as determined as ever to do that. That’s why it’s my personal mission to work with as many disability groups and chari es as possible. To ensure their voices are heard and represented. I’ve already made progress on that, bringing their voices to parliament, but I want to do more. All while standing up for our area, and ensuring we are heard by this government.
Littlehampton Tennis
Social, Active and Passionate about Tennis!
Have you ever wanted to try tennis or brush up your skills in a friendly environment? Why not visit Littlehampton Community Tennis or Howard Lawn Tennis Club – both run by the highly experienced tennis coach Stewart Lister – and enjoy a free taster session of coaching and social play.
Littlehampton Community Tennis is based at Maltravers Park and offers two group adult coaching sessions, one and half hours a week for £12 a month, or £5 a session. These are every Wednesday at 10‐11.30am and on Sundays at 10.30am‐12pm.
There are also three junior sessions, which are based on ability, held on Saturday and Sunday mornings, also for £12 a month or £5 a session. Racquets are supplied for the sessions.
The coaching is based on teaching methods used at the leading Spanish academies, and incorporates stroke progression and drills specifically aimed at improving movement.
“I work with a diverse range of people, from age four to retirees, covering the basics, to fast‐paced matches to leisurely, social afternoons,”
says Coach Stewart Lister. “There is one common denominator: everyone leaves smiling. Tennis is one of the most accessible sports, with a range of health benefits for mind and body.”
Whether you would like to play socially or would welcome more competitive play, Howard Lawn Tennis Club offers this at Littlehampton Sportsfield, St Floras Road. The club is 108 years old this year. Howard Lawn offers social play, men’s night, ladies’ night, friendly matches and currently has teams entered into the Sussex leagues for men’s, ladies, seniors and Team Tennis. They also hold regular social events like courtside barbecues and outings.
To arrange your free taster, get in touch with Helen or Stewart on 07868 111512 / 07716 278328. www.littlehamptontennis.com
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The Angmering Chorale
The Angmering Chorale held its final concert under the baton of George Jones on 25th November last year. The choir and soloists performed The Messiah to a packed and very appreciative Arundel Cathedral audience and, at the end, George was given a wonderful send off after his many years of service to the Chorale.
the challenges and joys of singing different styles of music. It has been great getting to know Dominic and work with him and our new accompanist, Olly.
Since January, the new Angmering Chorale has been rehearsing for our next concert with Dominic Grier (pictured right). We have lost some members, who decided it was an appropriate time for them to go, and gained others who have really enjoyed being made welcome at our rehearsals each Thursday at 7.30pm in the Angmering Community Centre in Bramley Green. We have been practising some brand‐new material, unfamiliar to some of us, and relished
We are all looking forward to performing our first concert with them and our organist, in a new venue: St Margaret’s Church, Angmering on Saturday 12th April at 7.30pm.
The concert, Choral Classics, is a selection of anthems, songs, and choruses, presented by our new Musical Director. More information at www.theangmeringchorale.org.uk/Programme where you can also buy tickets for £10 each. These can also be purchased at our box office, call 01903 783918.
We are currently planning our next concert for the second half of June both musical content and venue so do watch out for updates on our website and in the What’s On section of All About magazines.
We want our repertoire to extend to a wide range of music, which the choir will love singing and our audiences will enjoy, and we want our rehearsals and concerts to be friendly, as well as professional. Come and join us! It’s great to be part of something new and exciting as well as continuing a choral tradition stretching back almost 50 years firmly rooted in our expanding village community.
A Night to Remember with
Phab Friends Worthing!
What an incredible evening it was. Suspiciously Elvis brought the house down, performing for over 40 disabled adults, their families, friends, and carers. The energy, the music and the joy were simply unforge able!
We’re Phab Friends Worthing, part of a na onal charity dedicated to crea ng an inclusive world for disabled adults. Our mission? To foster a community where everyone feels welcome, supported, and celebrated. Together, we socialise, laugh, and create memories — with families, friends, and carers always included.
Our popular monthly First Club at West Worthing Social Club is all about arts and cra s, karaoke, and other fun‐filled ac vi es. But that’s not all! Our brand‐new Second Club, supported by Guild Care at Methold House, brings live, upbeat music to the forefront, offering a safe and vibrant space where dancing, singing, and fun take centre stage.
On Wednesday 29th January, Suspiciously Elvis wowed the crowd at Methold House. The connec on he had with the crowd was truly wonderful! There was ample space for wheelchairs,
numerous cosy cabaret‐style sea ng areas and our very own Phab Snack Shack serving refreshments. It was an event that had something for everyone.
At Phab Friends Worthing, we’re driven by a passionate team of volunteers who each care for someone with a disability. We work to create diverse, inclusive social occasions for adults of all abili es. Our clubs are designed to bring people together, celebra ng our strengths, and build friendships in a welcoming, suppor ve environment. And our live events are so popular, ckets sell out within 24 hours!
Whatever your needs, we’re here to ensure you have a great me and make las ng memories.
For more informa on, join us and experience the fun for yourself. Let’s keep building an inclusive future together.
For more informa on, call 07396 702204
Email: phabfriendsworthing@gmail.com
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The Art Society Arun
Are you interested in finding out more about the arts in the company of like‐minded people? Time to spare to enjoy a ending outstanding lectures and to tour fascina ng places with expert guides? If so, why not consider The Arts Society Arun! We’re a friendly group that meets ten mornings a year at the Woodlands Centre in Rus ngton for lectures on each and every aspect of the arts, including ar sts past and present, sculpture, drama, tex les, history of art, architecture and music.
Our speakers are all highly experienced and knowledgeable, and are accredited by The Na onal Arts Society, a charity of which we’re a local branch. Our varied lecture programme for 2025 will include such diverse topics as Calcu a, The Mosaics of Ravenna, and a Brief History of the Piano and Mozart, among many other intriguing topics.
We also make visits to places of cultural interest. In the past these have included the studio of the local sculptor Philip Jackson, the Houses of Parliament, a backstage tour of the Chichester Fes val Theatre and Stra ield Saye, the home of the Duke of Wellington and his descendants. In 2025, we will be visi ng The Royal Courts of Jus ce, and Michelham Priory. We also hold an annual Day of Special Interest, which is a lively and sociable event that gives us a chance to explore a subject in more depth. This year’s event is on Wednesday 26th March, and is tled Laughter and Loss – Bri sh War Ar sts in WWII. This is a par cularly per nent topic as it is the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII.
At the outbreak of war, Na onal Gallery director Kenneth Clark set up a scheme whereby the Bri sh Government employed ar sts to record the war effort from Eric Ravilious to Edward Ardizzone to Laura Knight and Evelyn Dunbar, a remarkable group of ar sts created an unforge able and immensely varied body of work.
Our speaker, James Russell, is an author, curator and art historian: he also contributed to Margy Kinmonth’s new film Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War, so he is eminently qualified to guide us through this wide‐ranging collec on. Doors open at 10am for coffee, with the first hour‐long lecture, Dunkirk and the Ba le of Britain, star ng at 10.30. a er a short break, the second lecture from 11.45 to 12.45 is The Blitz and the Home Front. We then break for a
two‐course lunch with a glass of wine or a so drink. The third lecture on D‐Day and the War Further Afield is from 14.15 to 15.15. We then have 15 minutes of ques ons, before wrapping up the day at 15.30. Tickets cost £41 and include all refreshments. Booking forms are available on our website www.theartssocietyarun.org.
Our Society is passionate about local arts, and is able to support local groups with community grants and volunteers for various projects. Membership fees are £45 per annum, but you are also very welcome to come to any lectures that appeal to you for a visitor’s fee of £7. To find out more, visit our website ww.theartssocietyarun.org, and keep an eye on the Events pages for upcoming talks.
Arun Yacht Club
“Sailing gives you fresh air, freedom, friends and most of all, fun.”
Arun Yacht Club was formed as a family sailing club in 1956 on the west side of the river in Li lehampton, the design of the club burgee is the symbol of the east mark of the old harbour entrance against yellow to represent the golden sands of Li lehampton.
Fast forward to 2025 and the club is s ll going strong, offering a mix of cruiser sailing, dinghy sailing and powerboa ng opportuni es for those who want to get out on the water. A number of yachts ranging from 21 to 32 surround the club on the moorings while a mixed fleet of dinghies occupy the dinghy pen along with the club’s own training fleet of lasers, toppers and a few double‐handers.
The club publishes a programme with an impressive number of racing dates both cruiser and dinghy along with social events taking place and training dates for all ages. In addi on to this, the club house hosts a number of talks, the most recent being on the famous Clipper Race, but they cover all manner of topics from racing tac cs, understanding the des, and seamanship from very experienced people who have been there and done that.
If the above interests you, then visit h ps:// arunyc.co.uk/ or email Kayleigh in the office on secretary@arunyc.co.uk.
We will be hos ng our annual club open day on the a ernoon of Saturday 17th May at 1pm. Pop along to see what the club is like and have a try at sailing or powerboa ng (boat rides subject to weather and booking on the day).
Community Boardwalk has become a reality on
East Preston Beach
The seeds of this project were sown back in 2014 when the initial planning application was submitted but rejected. The idea was resurrected by the late Alan Hultquist, Chairman of the East Preston Disability Action Group who asked Roy Allen, a retired engineer, to prepare plans for the scheme. Sea Road Beach Access Ltd (a not‐for‐profit company) was set up to procure and install the boardwalk.
On 16th February 2024, planning permission was granted and finally we could start to raise funds.
Over 100 donations, including one from the Ashfield Trust, enabled materials for the foundation modules to be purchased. The kind loan of the Coastal Caravan Park compound by Zoë and Philip Steel enabled 29 pre‐fabricated modules to be assembled by volunteers before Christmas.
The decking boards were purchased with a second donation from the Ashfield Trust. Cloud 9 generously dug the foundation trench at no cost starting on 27th January and volunteers installed the modules in two days.
Local residents contributed their time, money and skills to move tonnes of materials, work in all weathers and finance the project. Thank you all so much!
For more information contact SeaRoadBeachAccess@icloud.com
An ques and Collectors Fairs, Rus ngton
Arun Fairs is delighted to highlight some of the new stallholders currently selling at its two An ques & Collectors events held at the Woodlands Centre, Rus ngton on the first Sunday of every month and at Emsworth Community Centre on the second Sunday of every month.
The stalls booked for 2025 are more varied than ever and include auto‐memorabilia, prints/pen and ink/ pictures, French, African and Oriental, vintage, costumes and haberdashery, vinyl records, coins, badges, toys, postcards, books, militaria, jewellery, 20th century glass and po ery, small furniture, stamps, silver, Ephemera, pain ngs, engravings and curios!
In fact, over 30 stallholders of varied and interes ng an ques and collectables will be trading at the Rus ngton event with over 40 sellers at Emsworth.
Events such as these would not be possible without some superb catering, so we are pleased to say that we offer great hot and cold refreshments and homemade lunches to keep you going throughout the day along with free on‐site and local car parking available.
Both fairs will be open from 10am to 3.30pm with just £1 entrance (early trade 9am).The Rus ngton An ques and Collectors Fair is at The Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rus ngton, BN16 3HB on the first Sunday of every month.
For more informa on, please contact 07563 589725 or email silkroad@b nternet.com
Spiders Web
The Rus ngton Players will be performing Spiders Web by Agatha Chris e at the Woodlands Centre, Rus ngton from 12th –15th March 2025 at 7.30pm. Doors open 7pm. Tickets available now from cketsource.co.uk/ rusingtonplayers or call 07546 306 438
Clarissa is the wife of a diplomat and is adept at spinning tales of adventure, but when a murder takes place in her drawing room she finds live drama much harder to cope with. Desperate to dispose of the body before her husband arrives with an important poli cian, she enlists the help of her guests. They are interrupted by the arrival of wry Inspector Lord.
This was Agatha Chris e’s second of her many murder mysteries and the second longest‐running surpassed only by The Mousetrap. It is a conscious parody of the detec ve thriller, and delivers Chris e’s unique blend of suspense and humour. There is tension and laughter in equal parts in an intricate plot of murder, police, drug addicts, hidden doorways and secret drawers. For more informa on, contact Vinny Shepherd, Publicity, on 07863 698552.
World Day of Prayer
This takes place on Friday 7th March and this year was inspired and led by Chris an women from The Cook Islands who have shared stories of their struggle during Covid‐19, of their culture being devalued and of the improvements in obstetric health care. We give thanks for their honesty and their witness to God’s strength in their lives.
They say: “God knows us in mately and we are special to God in our uniqueness. When we open the doors of our hearts to this truth everything in our life changes. We glow from within and we begin to treat others as beloved children of God. Through this Service we hope people will be spiritually upli ed as they come to trust the great love of God.”
World Day of Prayer is an international, inter‐church organisation which enables us to hear the thoughts of women from all parts of the world: their hopes, concerns and prayers. The preparation for the day is vast. An international committee is based in New York and there are national committees in each participating country. Regional conferences meet to consider the service and then local groups make their plans.
The Day of Prayer is celebrated in over 120 countries. It begins in Samoa and prayer travel throughout the world before finishing in American Samoa 38 hours later.
The 2025 World Day of Prayer event in our area will be held on Friday 7th March at St Andrews URC, Holmes Lane, Rus ngton BN16 2PY at 10.30am. There is also a service at St Margaret’s Church, Arundel Road, Angmering at 1.45pm.All services are en tled ‘I made you wonderful’ and there will be refreshments a erwards. All are welcome! For further information and resources see the WDP website: wwdp.org.uk
Small and large screen entertainment this March
by Rob Bullock
With returning drama favourites and plenty of world‐class sport to entertain viewers, March is a great month for TV, and there are some brilliant cinema releases.
In many households, March is dominated by sports: Premier League football, boxing, rugby and cricket, not to men on the culmina on of the winter sports season. But there is also some serious drama returning to the small screens.
TV highlights
Unforgo en, Season Six, ITV1
Chris Lang’s eagerly awaited cold case masterpiece returns this spring a er 2023’s season five gave the drama quite a different feel. Many feel that seasons one to five of Unforgo en are probably some of the best Bri sh TV drama ever created, but the end of season four saw Nicola Walker’s character leave the show and new characters introduced. The unfolding rela onship between Sunny, played by Sanjeev Bhashar, and new DCI Jessie, Sinead Keenan, and some challenging and disturbing new storylines promise to maintain the high standard.
to the eyes of the world once again. With plenty of familiar interna onal faces and exci ng new talent, the IPL is the place where we get to see cricket’s future unfold.
Cinema highlights
Twiggy, 7th March
Sadie Frost’s lovingly created cinema c documentary about the life of this Bri sh icon is a real trip down memory lane and reminds the audience that former model Twiggy, real name Lesley Lawson, is more than just a face — actually, acclaimed as the face of 1966 — a woman who rose from humble working‐class origins to become a global style icon and an accomplished actress and performer.
Marching Powder, 7th March
The Studio, Season One, Apple TV
Set to rapidly become a comedy classic ,Seth Rogan creates and heads up The Studio as Ma Remick, the newly appointed head of Con nental Studios, a man desperate for celebrity approval. Remick and his team have to get crea ve to maintain the relevance of movies. Home Alone’s brilliant Catherine O’Hara also stars.
IPL 2025 Sky Sports & Now TV
Armchair sports fans are eagerly awai ng Friday 14th March and the return of the razzmatazz of the Indian Premier League. Although the legendary bowler James Anderson did not get selected in this year’s auc on, the 2025 IPL tournament is bound to bring the subcon nent’s infec ous passion for the game
A hard‐hi ng, laugh‐out‐loud Bri sh movie. When middle‐aged football hooligan Jack Jones, played by the excellent Danny Dyer, is arrested for possession of drugs, he has six weeks to turn a life me of violence, bad judgement and terrible behaviour around and repair his marriage. Very violent but, at mes, also poignant and hilarious.
Disney’s Snow White, 21st March
Inextricably part of Disney’s cinema c history, Marc Webb’s musical fantasy is a live‐ac on reimagining of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale and is released almost 90 years a er the animated Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The film is bound to appeal to a new genera on of moviegoers and promises to put a new spin on the classic.
Third me lucky for RNLI’s December dippers!
Now in its third year, Li lehampton RNLI fundraisers organised a December Dip from Li lehampton East Beach as a fun and invigora ng winter event raising funds for the RNLI.
This me, though, it was held in January, having been postponed twice due to stormy weather condi ons during December.
Despite the grey chill of a Sunday in January, the atmosphere of an cipa on warmed the par cipants as they waited for the countdown to enter the water. Both par cipants and onlookers joined the countdown, and as a horn sounded, the dippers headed into the water either for a paddle or a full immersion.
A maximum time limit in the water was set, with warm drinks and garments ready for people as they le the water. Safety was overseen by the volunteer crews of both Li lehampton lifeboats with support from Arun Yacht Club and lifeguards from Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club.
On land, Li lehampton RNLI’s shore crew and fundraising volunteers managed the event and St John Ambulance was also on hand.
Cian Mathews, Littlehampton RNLI’s Fundraising Chair, said: “This is our third year holding the December Dip and I’m in awe of the con nuing generosity, bravery and kindness of the people of Li lehampton; they turned a cold grey morning in to a wonderfully warm, colourful and welcoming event. We raised over £3,000, which will directly support the RNLI, that is wholly funded by dona ons, enabling us to con nue saving lives at sea.”
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