All about Angmering May 2024 by allaboutwestsussex

All about Angmering

Community Magazine and Business Directory

Editor and Publisher:

Helen Holt

Editorials and Advertisements

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All about Angmering is independently published. 4,100 copies are distributed free through the door to homes in Angmering and Clapham.

Thank You

to all the businesses, the parish council office and the community centre 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.

June 2024 deadlines

Editorial submissions, advertising copy by 7th May. Finished artwork by 9th May.

Disclaimer

All about Angmering cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services that appear in the magazine. Please note that information is correct at the time of going to press.

Welcome to the May issue.

I would like to thank our proofreader Sarah Butler who is leaving, for her many years of service to the magazines. Anna Muggeridge, who currently takes care of our social media and What’s On pages, will now take over this role also.

May Day conjures up visions of young people dancing around the maypole, Morris men, and the crowning of the May Queen. This year we have two Bank Holidays in May, on the 6th and the 27th of the month, so ﬁngers crossed we will have some warm and dry weather by the me these arrive.

In this issue the What’s On pages are brimming with spring events both indoors and out with plant sales, sponsored walks, art trails, quiz nights, concerts and historical talks. We also bring you the usual news from the local schools, clubs and associa ons.

Please do add your events to our website as then they will appear in the magazines also.

Happy reading.

Helen and the All about Magazines team

A Great Day Out

Save the Date – 29th June 2024 from 12‐3pm

by Canon Mark Standen, Rector at St Margaret’s Church, Angmering

Do you enjoy ge ng presents? Most of us would say, ‘Yes’ ‐ especially if they are good quality, and things we like! Do you enjoy going to par es? Again, most of us would say ‘Yes’ ‐ especially if they are given by a generous host, with nice people, and fun ac vi es to enjoy.

Well, on Saturday 29th June 2024, St Margaret’s Church Angmering is planning a giant party and we’d love you to come. It will be held on the ﬁeld known as ‘Fletcher’s Field’ in the centre of the village, near the Church, between 12noon and 3pm.

We call this party a ‘Fun Day’, because we are planning lots of diﬀerent things that people of all ages will enjoy. There will be Inﬂatables, Rota ng tea cups, Face‐pain ng, Cra s, Live Music, a BBQ, a tea tent, and much more besides…

St Margaret’s wants to give this Fun Day to you as a present for a number of reasons:‐First, because we believe it’s good for our village community to come together, to get to know each other and enjoy each other’s company.

Secondly, because we know that lots of families are feeling the pinch of higher costs at the moment, and a free event is always very welcome!

Thirdly, we want it to be free, because this reﬂects the character of our God. God is a generous God, who gives generously to meet his peoples’ needs. We – at St Margaret’s Church ‐ have experienced SO much from him, that we want to oﬀer this Fun Day as a free gi to you and your family.

So, there’s no charge for entry, and the costs of all the ac vi es are borne by the Church as a ‘love gi ’ to you. The only thing for which you would need some cash or a card is the BBQ, but even there, we will keep the costs as low as we possibly can!

What do we want this event to achieve? Well, we’d obviously love it if you enjoyed it. We hope that it will help to build community at a me of rapid expansion in the village. Lastly, we would be so happy if it made us all think more about the many good things God gives us day a er day, and make us more aware of Him, and grateful to Him.

So do ‘save the date’, and plan to join us. In the mean me, if you’d like to check out our church, do go on to our website www.stmargaretsangmering.church and see what we can oﬀer you, not just on Sundays at our 8am, 10am and 5pm services, but also each day of the week. Our church

strapline is ‘Sharing God’s love’ and we’d love to share that love with you.

Teachers run Brighton Marathon

to raise funds for Lavinia Norfolk student trip

We are delighted to inform you that teachers Mrs Sykes and Mrs Searle ran the 2024 Brighton Marathon to raise money for the Lavinia Norfolk Centre at The Angmering School. We aimed to raise £4000 to fund the students’ annual trip to the Stoke Mandeville games (the forerunner to the Paralympics) which will take place in June.

The money raised will cover transport, accommoda on, food, and specialist equipment to allow students to compete against the very best para‐athletes in their age groups in the UK. This is a fantas c opportunity for the students to widen their horizons, meet new people, and develop their conﬁdence. Unfortunately Simon Liley was forced to withdraw from the Brighton Marathon, which took place over the Easter break, due to a persistent injury. However, he was delighted that Mrs Sykes and Mrs Searle were fully ﬁt and raring to get to the start line on 7th April. Even though he was unable to compete, he did an excellent job of cheering them on from the sidelines!

In prepara on for their Marathons, Mrs Sykes and Mrs Searle ran a combined 1,000 miles in training, mainly during the cold, dark evenings. We were grateful for the support we received for our eﬀorts and those of the students. To make a dona on (no ma er how small or large) please visit h ps://www.justgiving.com/ campaign/lncmarathon2024. Thank you for your support.

Resin and Wood Tables by design

It has been just over one year since we established our business in Angmering, and with the custom and support from our local community, as well as further aﬁeld, CK Resin is growing from strength to strength.

We are Chris an and Keith and combining our skills and cra smanship we have created CK Resin Handcra ed Designs. We specialise in high quality mber and epoxy resin tables, all of which are individually designed from quality materials sourced from around the UK. Whether you have your own crea ve vision in mind or would like to choose something from our selec on, you are guaranteed a product that can be admired and appreciated for years to come.

We may be a small business, but our aim is to accommodate each client’s expecta ons, oﬀering the ﬁnest service whilst doing so. We

strive to keep our prices compe ve, without compromising on the quality, and encourage clients to visit our Angmering studio throughout the progression stages. You select the wood, the resin colour and the leg design and we at CK Resin will proudly create your dream table.

In addi on, for those special gi s or those ‘hard to buy for’ presents, we have a range of resin accessories that can be colour matched to personal taste or décor. Our extensive range of products with fully customisable colours and eﬀects can be viewed at our Angmering studio, and all orders can be completed within 7 days. Our items are presented ready for gi ing and are sure to delight.

We welcome visitors to view and discuss your requirements, so do pop in or call 07723194294 or 07711764899 for an appointment. Visit www.ckresin.co.uk for more details.

The Seven Year Cycle?

By Sarah Gray, The Butcher and Deli, Rustington

Seven years ago I bought my shop with no experience in the retail food profession other than an absolute passion for quality produce. Seven years ago I followed a dream I believed had real poten al. Seven years ago I had no idea what I was going to experience.

I can certainly say I now have experience!! The huge amount of daily work involved in making, preparing, storing and displaying our lovely produce. Make that tenfold at Christmas! The everyday challenges of adver sing, pricing and generally maintaining the business.

Perhaps the biggest surprise for me is the lack of experienced, quality butchers. Whilst most people say they have worked in a butchers shop at some point or know a butcher, it is incredibly diﬃcult to recruit quality staﬀ. Many have le the trade and those who remain run their own shops. At the end of 2023 I experienced this issue on a grand scale!

I was le without a butcher, forced to close for the busy Christmas period. An incredibly tough but unavoidable decision. The future and viability of my shop was uncertain.

Over the past seven years, when asked would I do this again my answer is always, “Yes, but with a business partner.” Running the business alone has always been a big challenge. At the end of 2023, I was ques oning the ability and desire to con nue. I then met Ma hew, the owner of Arundel Butchers. We admired each other’s shops and shared the ethos of quality produce and excellent customer care. A er much discussion (we both like a chat!) we agreed to work together to keep my shop open. Our shared desire to maintain a high street presence, be part of the community and keep the tradi on of quality and service alive being the drive to take us forward

So seven years on and 2024 gives my business the backup any robust business needs. The Butcher and Deli and Arundel Butchers will con nue to trade on their respec ve high streets, sharing the values we hold dear but trading in a stronger posi on. We work with the same suppliers, have the ability to give support to each shop with our staﬀ and as the saying goes ‐ two heads are be er than one! So our combined experience and passion for our shops puts us in a strong posi on to oﬀer consistently top quality products and service to our wonderful customers.

A er seven years of learning, I’m looking forward to the next seven years, hoping they bring con nued growth, new opportuni es and exci ng mes. Perhaps with a few less challenges! Thank you for s cking with me so far ‐ I hope you’ll join me on this next seven year cycle!

Exci ng News

at E J Moyle LLP Solicitors

The Partners at E J Moyle LLP are delighted to announce that Melissa Hubbard joined our Property Department at the end of March, and is based at Li lehampton. As part of our con nued plan for growth and development of the Firm, Melissa’s appointment is key to the expansion of the Department.

Melissa qualiﬁed as a Solicitor in 2019, and having worked in Brighton and Worthing, has gained a great deal of experience in residen al and commercial property ma ers. Melissa will be working alongside Rob Fawce , Managing Partner, and Lisa May, MCILEX, and we aim to con nue to provide clients and businesses in the local area with a 5‐star service.

Melissa said: “I am excited to join E J Moyle and be part of a great team. I will enjoy building up a good rela onship with other professionals, endeavouring to keep the communica on open between all par es with the aim of keeping transac ons as stress free as possible.”

Please feel free to contact us if you require any commercial or residen al conveyancing legal services.

Contact details for the Team:

Rob Fawce : 01903 725143

Email: RobFawce @moyle.co.uk

Melissa Hubbard: 01903 725143

Email: mhubbard@moyle.co.uk

Lisa May: 01903 725143

Email: lmay@moyle.co.uk

If you prefer, you can complete an online enquiry form at www.moyle.co.uk

Rob Fawce

Melissa Hubbard Lisa May

“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.

The Great Bri sh… ISA

Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner Nsure Financial Services 01903 821010

Having been in this business for more years than I can remember, it appears that ﬁnancial products in some areas are seemingly going through trends in the same way as fashion. Maybe my outlandish Hawaiian shirts from the 90s will also make an appearance again soon.

In the recent budget, the Chancellor announced that they will be launching the NEW Great Bri sh ISA in April 2025. Essen ally this new savings op on will allow individuals to save an extra £5,000 tax free each year by signing up to invest in Bri sh companies, something that on the face of it sounds like a great way to focus on raising investment for home‐grown businesses. For those of you of a certain age, you will probably remember that PEPs worked in similar fashion originally, although then, it was deemed that ¾ of your investment needed to be invested in GB or EU funds to qualify.

Over the years these schemes were slowly diluted down and the opinion was that certain ﬁnancial products were ge ng too complicated, sparking new legisla on to simplify the whole process and make it easier for investors/savers to understand. However, it appears that over the last 10 years or so, it has become increasingly more complicated again. We now have various diﬀerent ISAs products including:

 Stocks and shares ISAs

 Innova ve ﬁnance ISAs

 Life me ISAs

 Cash ISAs

 Help to Buy ISAs (not available to new investors)

 and as of next year the new GB ISA

We understand that this may be a mineﬁeld for some and trying to understand which is poten ally your best op on may get both frustra ng and confusing, so, if you feel a li le overwhelmed by all the op ons, please feel free to get in touch.

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So, if you feel a little overwhelmed by all the options, we’ve got the best team to help you understand it

Coppice and Angmering Medical Centre

It is vital that all our surgery staﬀ, both clinical and non‐clinical, are trained to the highest appropriate standards. This learning never stops, and a lot of this training is carried out during our mandated, NHS Sussex‐wide Protected Learning Time a ernoon closures (PLT).

PLTs provide an opportunity for healthcare professionals and our suppor ng clerical teams to learn about new clinical developments, updates to na onal guidance and best prac ce, whilst also allowing them to share their own experiences and knowledge with their peers. It is an NHS mandatory requirement to have these training a ernoons (4 x PLT closures per year and 8 x locally agreed training closures per year). These are scheduled for one closure per month and these dates are adver sed on our website.

During these closures, pa ent telephone contact is handled by Innova ons in Primary Care (IPC) so there is no loss of clinical service during these closures.

We also close the Angmering Medical Centre doors daily from 12.30pm to 1pm. This allows

for the duty triaging GP and signpos ng clinician, who deal with all clinical decision‐making from your contact in, to get a clear 30 minutes to eat lunch.

Opening Times: 8am ‐ 6.30pm Monday to Friday in both clinics, apart from Fridays when the Coppice closes at 1pm. Doors are closed daily between 12.30pm to 1pm.

Extended access service for pre-arranged appointments: 6pm to 8pm weekdays at Angmering Medical Centre and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays, which alternates between Angmering Medical Centre and Fitzalan Medical Group.

Upcoming closure a ernoons: Required for essen al update training: 18th June, 9th July & 20th August – for mings, please see our website.

Saxons Judo Club

Saxons Judo Club is a not‐for‐proﬁt mar al arts club which runs on a Wednesday evening, 17:15 to 20:00, at Worthing Rugby Club. Sensei Michael Powell has run a successful judo club at Storrington for many years with many of the members compe ng na onally and interna onally. teaching them discipline and values that last forever. Children who study judo also tend to be good students, they must challenge themselves to progress, improve and earn their judo belts. Those that have an ap tude for compe ng can earn the honour of represen ng the club in compe ons.

We have opened at Worthing Rugby Club due to these sports being complimentary, as shown by several of our members who also play rugby. Judo is a full contact Olympic sport, and its players quickly learn how to fall safely and use their body effec vely to grapple using strategy and technique to overcome an opponent. The skills taught in judo will benefit rugby players in the contact aspects of the game and enhance their effec veness. In both sports you learn to get knocked down and to get back up again, as in life!

Judo has many beneﬁts which is not limited to self‐defence. Students learn resilience, respect and focus in every class. Judo builds physical coordina on and control; it will provide them with an outlet for their boundless energy whilst

Our experienced instructors provide a friendly and suppor ve environment, so whether you're a beginner or have experience, we welcome you to join our club. Please contact us on 07396 800 860, through our website or by email: info@saxonsjudoclub.co.uk

Dealing with Finances within a Divorce

Sharon Parnell is a Senior Associate at Monan Gozze solicitors with 30 years’ experience and she specialises in high net worth and complex divorces.

Separa on can be an extremely difficult and emo onal me. However, in the midst of all of the emo onal upheaval you should try to keep a clear head in rela on to reaching any financial se lement. If you are dealing with high value assets, business interests, and pensions, reaching any se lement can be even more problema c and me consuming. Many clients struggle to balance what they feel they want, emo onally, from a se lement and what is realis cally achievable. Every client has different needs and requirements. Whether you want to protect your assets or ensure you maintain a fair share we can help you to move forward and get the best results in your case. The legal star ng point in any divorce assumes a 50/50 division. Both par es must undertake full disclosure of all assets and liabili es. Financial statements are exchanged (Form E) and we enter into disclosure with the other party so that we can determine exactly what there is to be distributed and shared. This includes all property, pensions, income, outgoings, savings and takes into account the financial needs of your children. There may be many valid and jus fiable reasons to depart from the yards ck of equality for example your needs and requirements may vary, one of you may be expec ng a lower an cipated income or be unable to work, or you may have had pre‐marital assets or differing liabili es.

Pensions can be a very valuable asset of a marriage and can easily be overlooked or undervalued. It is important to obtain an accurate valua on of the pension fund and any expected payments as this may need to be shared or oﬀset against other assets. Par es some mes shy away from obtaining an actuary’s report as this can be expensive however, in our experience, the true value of a pension can o en be signiﬁcantly higher than you might ini ally be led to believe. Obtaining an actuary report sooner rather than later can

prevent delay and provide the informa on needed to progress your ma er. In addi on to any pension considera on there may also be inheritance past and future to consider, o en a grey area which needs careful considera on.

Unfortunately, the process can o en become protracted and emo onal. You might fear your partner is a emp ng to hide assets, you might feel you are jus ﬁed in protec ng assets that you have brought to the rela onship or, you might need assistance in rela on to separa ng joint business interests. Our experience enables us to an cipate and iden fy areas of concern and deal with them as eﬃciently and amicably as possible, thereby reducing delay.

The agreement that is ul mately reached will be embodied into a Clean Break Consent Order to make the agreement legally binding and dismisses claims for ﬁnancial ma ers now preven ng the revival of ma ers in the future, thereby protec ng both par es.

Whether or not li ga on is required our family team will take you through the whole process with empathy and understanding guiding you every step of the way. Whether you are ini a ng a divorce or seeking new lawyers for an ongoing case, having an experienced team on your side can make a pivotal diﬀerence to any outcome.

Please contact Sharon on 01903 927055 or sparnell@monangozze .com. We oﬀer a free, no obliga on, ini al discovery call where we assess your circumstances and discuss how we can help or a longer bespoke ini al appointment at a ﬁxed fee of £360 including VAT.

Shop Volunteer Celebrates 25 Years

Behind The Counter at Worthing Samaritans

People from all walks of life pass through the doors of The Samaritans charity shop in Worthing –from young mums to pensioners and many of them have been regulars for some years.

But one face that has been a constant for a quarter of a century belongs to 85‐year‐old Bobby Hitchin who has been behind the counter since the shop’s early days.

Bobby recalled how she had been a Friend of The Samaritans for some me during her working life as a District Nursing Assistant and had joined some ad hoc fundraising events. Then, when she re red at the age of 60, she decided she had enough me to give more hands‐on support and joined the team in the Strand Parade, Durrington shop.

“In 25 years, I have seen many people come and go in the shop but one constant is the support we have from the local community. We never refuse dona ons and we receive so much. We have regular customers who treat the shop as part of the local community; the prices here help them cope with high cost of living; some come in to support us because they may have used the Samaritans listening service, some who are just a bit lonely and come in for a chat, knowing they will always be made welcome. We provide a service for lonely people but always direct them to the listening service if they want a really in depth talk.”

Bobby walks to the shop from her home in Goring and said she has no plans to retire. “I love working here, it is a very happy place, with lovely people who work here and shop here. I love meeting people and as long as I have the energy to walk over the bridge to get here, I’m staying!”

Shop Manager Jo Loader planned to pay tribute to Bobby’s long service with a celebration of her 25th anniversary on April 2nd.

Anyone interested in joining the happy team at the shop for a few hours each week is invited to contact Jo on 01903 507200.

What’s On in and around Angmering

Please add your events to our website http://allaboutmagazines.co.uk/add/event if you would like your event to appear in the ‘What’s On’ pages.

Wednesday 1st May ‐ 18:00 to 21:00

Clymping General Auction (Clymping Village Hall, Crookthorn Lane, BN17 5SN)

All sorts of interesting things to to bid on. Viewing from 4pm. Auction starts at 6pm.

Wednesday 1st May ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Micro Scalextric NASCAR Oval Race Night (English Martyrs Church Hall, Goring Way, Goring, BN12 4UH)

Everyone welcome at Worthing HO Racing’s monthly meeting. Adults £3, under‐16s £2. All equipment provided. www.whoracing.org.uk

Monday 6th May ‐ 10:00 to 16:00 RNLI May Day Challenge (Littlehampton Lifeboat Station, Fisherman's Quay, BN17 5BL)

Bring your spare change so the RNLI Littlehampton can replicate its 200th anniversary logo outside the lifeboat station with donated coins. There will be a stall of RNLI goodies to buy and the Boathouse will be open to visitors. Join throughout the day or donate your spare change via the RNLI shop ahead of the event.

Tuesday 7th May ‐ 19:30 to 21:00

Worthing Antique Club Talk: Sampson Mordan (Field Place, Worthing, BN13 1NP)

This small, friendly club (est 1968) meets on the first Tuesday of the month and each month they invite a guest speaker. This month, club member Andy will talk about Sampson Mordan, the specialist pen and pencil manufacturer. All are welcome; non‐members £7.50, or join for £35 p.a. Check out the new website www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk

Thursday 9th May ‐ 14:30 SNAPS in Sussex: The Photographs of John Smith – an illustrated talk (John de Bohun Room, Woodlands Centre, Rustington)

The Rustington Heritage Association (RHA) talk by Nichola Court of the West Sussex Record Office will provide an enticing glimpse into the Victorian and Edwardian eras. All are welcome.

Visitors £3 on the door. Free for RHA members. For more information, call 01903 770415

Thursday 9th May ‐ 19:00 to 21:15

Worthing Twinning Association Foreign Film Evening (West Worthing Baptist Church, South Street, BN14 7LU)

The 2020 French Film Tous les Matins du Monde with English subtitles will be shown following a glass of wine or juice, a doughnut and brief description of the film. Non‐members are most welcome. For more information, visit www.WorthingTwinningAssociation.org

Saturday 11th May ‐ 10:00 to 12:00

Angmering in Bloom Plant Sale (Angmering Village Hall, Station Road)

Come along and support Angmering in Bloom at its plant sale. Enjoy a coffee or tea with some delicious cakes and enter the raffle. Admission is free. For more information, call Julia on 07423 125266

Saturday 11th May ‐ 14:30 to 16:30

Andy’s Angels Spring Fair (Heene Community Centre, Heene Rd, Worthing BN11 4PL)

Lots of fun to be had while raising money for the bereavement charity Andy’s Angels.

Sunday 12th May ‐ 10:00

Walk For Wadars (Goring Gap Green)

This annual sponsored walk along Worthing seafront raises funds for Wadars animal rescue. Choose a 2.5‐ or 5‐mile route. Everyone is welcome, including four‐legged friends! Registration £10 for individuals, £20 for families (up to 2 adults and 4 children). Go to www.wadars.co.uk/support‐us/walk‐for‐wadars/

Sunday 12th May ‐ 13:00 to 15:00

Charity Walk in aid of The Sussex Snowdrop Trust (Arundel Castle Estate Park, BN18 9AU)

Join the charity walk through the stunning es‐tate grounds. Walk 1 mile or 5 miles and enjoy refreshments, music and stalls. This is a family friendly event. Dogs on leads welcome.

All children taking part will receive a medal on the day. Sign up on the day or book online at www.thesussexsnowdroptrust.com

Tuesday 14th May ‐ 19:15 to 20:45

La Traduction ‐ interactive! (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue)

This month’s talk to the Anglo‐French Circle is a bit different! “La Traduction ‐ interactive” will be an evening of translating in which you can participate as much or as little as you want in French. This friendly group of Francophiles meet every second Tuesday of the month. All levels of French welcome and talks have visuals to help with understanding. £5 a visitor. Email anglofrenchrustington@gmail.com for more info.

Tuesday 14th May ‐ 19:30 to 22:30 Film Show Night: Priscilla (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue)

Priscilla is a 2023 biographical film directed by Sofia Coppola, based on the memoir Elvis & Me by Priscilla Presley. Tickets are £7.50 and available online at www.cinemobile.uk or from the centre office, cash or card accepted. Email office@angmeringcommunitycentre.org.uk or call 01903 773982

Wednesday 15th May ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Coasting Along Sussex (Rustington Museum)

A pictorial journey from Chichester Harbour to Rye Bay with Dr Geoffrey Mead. Tickets free, but booking is advisable. Call 01903 788478 or email museum@rustingtonpc.org

Saturday 18th May ‐ 10:00 to 15:00

East Preston Garage Sale Trail (various locations, East Preston Village)

Get yourself a bargain or two at this village‐wide garage sale! Pick up a free map of all stall locations from event sponsors Graham Butt Estate Agents, Buds ‘n’ Blooms, Seaview Stores, and EP Parish Council Offices from 16th May.

Saturday 18th May ‐ 11:00 to 14:00

Preloved Sale (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue)

Enjoy looking at a wide selection of good‐quality preloved adult and children’s clothes. Free entry. This event is organised by Preloved and Pretty, in aid of the Ferring Country Centre. To find out more, email katehenwood@icloud.com

Saturday 18th May ‐ 19:30 to 22:00

Quiz Night (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue)

The popular quiz is back. Enter a team of up to 6 people. Entry £5 per person. Bring your own nibbles and drinks. A cash prize of £60 will be given to the winning team. Don’t delay, register your team now by calling the centre office on 01903 773982 or emailing office@angmeringcommunitycentre.org.uk

Saturday 18th May ‐ 19:30 to 22:00

Littlehampton Concert Band’s 36th Birthday Concert (Woodlands Centre, Rustington)

Join in the celebrations listening to the band play a wide range of musical styles from classical to rock. There will also be a bar and raffle. Call the Box Office on 01903 773947 or 07939 420937

Sunday 19th May ‐ 10:00 to 16:00

Open Day ‐ East Preston and Kingston Bowling Club (Sea Lane, East Preston, BN16 1NG)

Everyone’s invited to come and try bowls at this fun open day. The club’s friendly coaches will be on hand to guide you. Bar and refreshments available. Remember to wear flat shoes. For more details, email secretary@epkbc.org

Tuesday 21st May ‐ 09:45 to 12:00

The Art Society Arun Talk ‐ A History of Art Criticism from Aristotle to Facebook (Woodlands Centre, Rustington)

In this lively lecture, Mark Fisher will introduce the principles of art criticism and show how to put them into practice. Everyone is welcome. Guests pay £7 at the door. For more details email enquir‐ies@thearunartssociety.org

Friday 24th May ‐ 10:30 to 13:00

Watercolour Seascapes and Skies Workshop (Montague Gallery, Portland Road, Worthing, BN11 1QN)

Join Sussex watercolour artist Jo Dowers for a creative watercolour workshop. Enjoy experimenting with a variety of watercolour techniques to paint loose, impressionistic seascapes and skies in a relaxed and friendly environment. Suitable for all abilities. £35. To book, go to www.montaguegallery.co.uk/ workshops/seascapes‐and‐skies

Blooming Health

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

As we embrace the month of May, a me of renewal and growth, it's the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate our health and well‐being.

Just as nature blooms around us, so too can we nurture our bodies and cul vate vitality through prac cal, small lifestyle changes.

Incorpora ng fibre‐rich foods, hydra ng meals, and nutrient‐dense choices into your diet can lay the founda on for improved gut health and overall wellness that will last through summer. May's abundance of colourful fresh produce offers a plethora of op ons, from vibrant fruits and vegetables to nourishing whole grains and legumes. This is definitely a good me to start re‐introducing salads and raw produce as your body is in a be er place to digest these than in the winter months.

Moreover, as the weather warms, follow your impulses to spend more me outdoors, giving you ample opportuni es to engage in gentle physical ac vity. Whether it's a leisurely stroll through a blossoming garden or a rejuvena ng yoga session in the sunshine, movement will invigorate your body, support smoother diges on, and boost your feel‐good hormones. Let May be a catalyst for posi ve change on your health journey. By making a decision now to take proac ve steps to priori ze your well‐being, you can improve joint ﬂuidity, stronger immunity, vitality, and joy that can help you through the year. Remember, it's never too late to embark on a path to be er health. Here’s to a vibrant and ﬂourishing May! Nathalie Sansone , (The ‘Gut Whisperer’). For Nutri on & Health enquiries email: nathalie@newleafnutri on.co.uk

Foot Care Services at Sheba Rose Toes

by Andrea Lax

I have been a Rus ngton resident for nearly 20 years, I've come to know the community well. I live with my husband, two sons and my fabulous mum‐in‐law. further training and gained more experience. Relishing my new dream job….the pandemic hit.

As a teen I had always been interested in beauty but speciﬁcally nails and there weren't any specialised courses at the me. I dri ed through accountancy jobs un l following a new career path in a support role with Sussex Police. The nail industry had started to explode so I took my ﬁrst step with a mani/pedi diploma and loved it.

A er a 13 year career I le the police when my youngest started playgroup and worked part me in a local cafe un l both boys were se led at school. I also trained as a nail technician gaining more qualiﬁca ons in manicure, pedicure, acrylic enhancements and gel polish. I was then able to get a job with a well established local beauty salon where I had

A turbulent 18 months followed but it also focused my mind on expanding my knowledge. Frustrated that my lack of knowledge meant I was unable to treat some common issues in the salon, I decided to start studying for a Foot Health Prac oner diploma. Now self‐employed, I oﬀer foot care services as a pedicurist in homes or at a local Rus ngton clinic, con nuing my studies and serving our wonderful community.

If you would like to book an appointment with me, Andrea, please call 07921 438283 or email shebarosetoes@gmail.com

Open Studio’s Art Trail Chichester

Why not enjoy a day out following the Open Studio’s Trail. Several Ar sts and Makers are in nearby villages, exhibi ng work for you to enjoy. Discover friendly faces giving you me to look, feel and ques on the provenance of their art. Begin on the A259 west of Li lehampton.

Susie Olford from Clymping is a member of Arundel Art Society and will be exhibi ng oil and acrylic pain ngs at Hoe Lane, Flansham (PO22 8NJ) in a light ﬁlled barn, with easy courtyard parking and wheelchair access. There is space to walk around colourful, contemporary art with framed/unframed from 60cm (24”) square to the smallest 15cm (6”). Emphasis is on vibrant seascapes; landscapes feature too. She also displays her humorous wine‐related gree ng cards, popular with wine loving friends and family. smoart@b nternet.com Flansham is a li le piece of Sussex you might not have explored. Why not see more studios. Visit Gill Hunter‐Nudds at Bilsham with her deligh ul hand‐built ceramics depic ng wildlife such as hares or foxes;

garden and indoor sculpture. In Felpham village you will ﬁnd 7 more ar sts. Their work varies from pen and ink to acrylic, watercolour and pastels. Floral and Botanical, Sussex buildings and landscapes, seascapes, vintage vehicles and more. Most ar sts have gree ng cards from their original ideas.

Nick Crimmen (Outerwyke Road, Felpham) is an animator and illustrator. He creates eye‐catching pieces that will make you smile.

No one on the Trail has work like Nick’s.

The Trail website www.chichesteropenstudios.org has full details of ar sts, maps with post codes, and more. Colour brochures will be available from late April, collect from your Library or a Studio.

Dates: 18, 19, 25, 26, 27th May 2024. Opens: 10.30am to 5pm. Do pop along, it’s a great day out.

Angmering War me Reminiscences

by Neil Rogers‐Davis

Further extracts from the childhood memories of Roy Green (1934‐2023) who lived in Water Lane, wri en in the form of a le er to his granddaughter ‐ PART 3

The French Canadians were billeted around Angmering during the war, and they had a N.A.F.F.I. canteen at the bo om of the road by The Lamb Inn. This was known then as Pook's Hill, but today it’s called Church Road (see photo).

The soldiers had their own cinema in the Village Hall and we were, with luck, allowed in to see the films. If we were not allowed in, we could always go around to the toilets at the back where someone would leave open a window. I always remember a film called “The Thirty‐Nine Steps” being shown. The soldiers thought it too scary for children to see. We did, however, manage to get in through a toilet window and view the film easily. It wasn’t really very scary, and certainly, by today's standards, like watching Tom & Jerry.

On the car park outside St. Margaret’s Church, a large brick tank was built to hold water for ﬁre‐ﬁgh ng, if necessary. This, during cold weather, froze over and was ideal as a ska ng rink.

The Lamb Inn was, and s ll is, located in the centre of the village Square. During the war, beer was very scarce. The local men would

brew their own and sell it, albeit illegally, in The Lamb. There was, of course, some bo led beer available but, because of the bo le shortage, a returnable charge of two old pence was imposed. The landlord known as Doddy, would put the empty bo les outside for the brewery and we children would "borrow" them and take them in the front and get the tuppence back.

He never twigged what was going on.

Pocket money was not the usual thing for local children. Various ways were found to make a few pennies, such as ﬁnding jam jars and bo les that all had the odd penny for returns.

Jam jars were worth a half penny each and lemonade or beer bo les were worth two pence each. This may seem very li le at today's values, but it did suﬃce for us kids to buy any sweets that were available, or eventually a ﬁsh supper, if we saved enough.

Towards the end of the war, German prisoners were put to work on local farms, wearing clothes with large bright orange patches all over them in order to be seen if they tried to escape. We were not allowed to fraternise with these prisoners; mostly they seemed very nice people. At mes some of the prisoners who could speak English were allowed to come to the schools and give talks.

The war ended in 1945, and then par es were held in the Fletcher's Field opposite Older's School for the village children. I seem to remember that there were plenty of goodies to eat, and of course the church bells ﬁnally rang out. They were silent during the war, only to be rung in the event of invasion.

(These reminiscences are extracted from the out‐of‐print booklet “Angmering –Reminiscences of bygone days”, produced by Neil Rogers‐Davis and published by The Angmering Society in 2003. Copies can s ll be viewed in Angmering Library).

East Preston Village Fes val 2024

Friday 31st May to Sunday 9th June

Get ready to enjoy a programme of events and ac vi es at East Preston’s annual ten‐day celebra on of village life. Alongside established favourites such as the Open Gardens and Art Trail, An ques Valua on morning, Scarecrow Tour and Bill Coles Funfair there are some super evenings out!

Choose from a ‘George Michael’ Tribute, Race Night, the return of Fes val Bingo, Call My Wine Bluﬀ and, back by popular request, Squinty McGinty’s Barn Dance. Tickets are on sale now.

The Community Fete on Saturday 1st June is packed with family entertainment and on Sunday 2nd June, as part of the na onal commemora ons to mark the 80th Anniversary, there is the Big D‐Day Lunch. On Saturday 8th June come and cheer on the Parade as the floats, bands and walking groups pass by, costumed to reflect this year’s theme of ‘In the Sea, On the Sea, By the Sea’. On Sunday 9th June have a great family day out at the Fes val Fun Dog Show, hosted once again by sports presenter John Inverdale, and stay for the popular Party on the Green, which this year is the final event.

As well as the Commi ee‐led events, there are many local chari es and community groups working hard organising events during the week to raise money for their own cause and, thereby, also bringing variety to the Fes val. All are listed in the programme and by suppor ng these fundraisers you are also helping some very worthy causes.

Local pubs and clubs stage events throughout the Fes val and sports clubs organise ac vi es

for everyone, so you can a end a bowls open evening, watch a charity stoolball match or take part in the Chess Challenge. There are also Fes val compe ons to enter, some with cash prizes, so why not join in the fun and have a go.

Pre‐Fes val Event: East Preston Garage Sale Trail, Saturday 18th May from 10am

If you live in East Preston village you can be part of this event to ﬁnd a new home for your unwanted items. Email eastprestonfes val@hotmail.co.uk for an entry form or collect one from EP Parish Council Oﬃces. The cost of ensuring your garage/ driveway is on the map available to those who take the trail is £10. Closing date: 4th May.

The map will be available from Graham Bu s Estate Agents, who are sponsoring the event, EP Village Facebook, Buds ’n’ Blooms, Seaview Stores and EP Parish Council Oﬃces from 16th May.

Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult at all mes during Fes val events. The Fes val Programme has details of all events and ac vi es and is available from East Preston shops or online: www.eastprestonfes val.co.uk Fes val ckets are on sale from Buds ‘n’ Blooms, 7 Sea Road and Seaview Stores, 114 Sea Road. Keep up‐to‐date with all the latest news on the website or follow the Fes val on Facebook. Any queries please email: eastprestonfes val@hotmail.co.uk

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Keeping your teeth for life

by Peter Saner, Clinical Director, Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce

It’s no surprise that lots of our pa ents are well advanced in years. We love older people. Although we treat everyone as an individual, in general the longer you’ve been around the more stories you have to tell and the more complicated your dental history has been.

Many of our pa ents have experienced all the highs and lows of dental care in the UK over the last 70, 80, 90 plus years, along with the dietary changes that have happened over that me. Fluoride toothpaste was developed in the 1950s but only became widely used in the UK in the first half of the 1970s. This has possibly had the biggest significant effect in reducing dental decay, but the last 50 years has also seen a huge rise in the intake of sugar in the diet which has somewhat offset the benefits that should have been seen with the power of fluoride to reduce decay.

So, the upshot of all this is that lots of us have lots of fillings, crowns, gaps where teeth were removed and yet we s ll have lots of life le in us. We want to eat our food – whatever we want – and smile ‐ without pu ng our hand over our mouth. We don’t want pain or sensi vity and we want to enjoy all this like we did when we were in our 30’s ‐ which is basically where we are in our heads anyway. The good news is that den stry has advanced massively in the last 50 years and keeps on doing so. We are passionate about keeping teeth and have the technology to mean in many cases we can restore what’s been damaged, plus with implants we can now replace teeth which have been lost, or maybe were lost a long me ago, to restore the bite or the smile so you can go on with being 30 again. Maybe you’ve been worried about your mouth and what it will need to get it fixed. Can I encourage you to come and find out. Then we can put your mind at rest and talk you through the reality rather than the fears.

A new pa ent consulta on at Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce costs just £85 and nothing else. We’ll take x‐rays and photographs and explain what’s happening. You can tell us what you want, and we can make a plan.

Of course, the most important thing is to avoid dental disease in the ﬁrst place, so we prac se preven ve den stry and hence our subscrip on membership. This gives you as many check‐ups as you need to catch things early on and to support you in your goals to keep your teeth, along with regular hygiene visits to re‐set your teeth and gums to be the best they can be. Membership also gives massive discounts on treatments for those teeth that need it and covers emergency visits for when problems arise. We are reaching our capacity with members so don’t delay if you’ve been thinking of joining. We would love to have you. Give us a call on 01903 783154 or book online at www.abbotslodge.com.

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Double Cheese and Spring Vegetable Quiche

This light and savoury tea me treat has a wonderfully crisp base

Prepara on me: 30 mins

Cooking me: 1 hour

Serves: 8

Ingredients

500g block shortcrust pastry plain ﬂour, for dus ng

25g mature cheddar, ﬁnely grated.

200g asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed.

100g frozen peas

2 eggs

100g crème fraîche

150g double cream whole nutmeg, for gra ng

100g watercress

2 x 150g logs of so , rindless goat’s cheese.

Method

Take the pastry out of the fridge ten minutes before star ng.

Lightly dust the work surface with ﬂour then roll the pastry out into a rectangle.

Sca er the grated cheese over the rolled‐out pastry, fold the pastry in half and roll out again into a circle that ﬁts a 25cm tart n. Leave the edges of the pastry slightly overhanging the edge of the n. Pop it in the fridge for 20 mins to chill.

Meanwhile, cook the asparagus in boiling water for 3 mins, then drain and refresh under cold water. Defrost the frozen peas.

Preheat the oven to 200C / 180C fan / gas 6. Prick the base of the tart well with a fork, line with baking parchment and ﬁll with baking beans or dried len ls. Bake the tart for 30 mins, remove the parchment and beans, prick again if it has puﬀed up, then bake for another 10‐15 mins un l golden brown.

Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a bowl, add the crème fraîche and cream, season and add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg. Sca er the peas and most of the watercress over the tart and crumble over half the goat’s cheese. Pour over the creamy egg mixture, then lay the asparagus spears on top. Finally, slice the remaining goat’s cheese and arrange on top, then bake for 25‐30 mins un l the custard is just set and the cheese is golden brown. Leave to cool in the n, trim the edges of the pastry. Remove from the n, cut into slices, and serve with the remaining watercress.

Nutri ous Ne les

by Rachael Leverton

As a novice gardener I spent a lot of me pulling out ne les from the overgrown patch I inherited when I bought my first home. Fast forward twenty years and I have learned that I was doing the humble ne le a disservice. Contrary to their reputa on for s nging and being a pervasive nuisance, ne les offer numerous (and free) benefits. These include serving as a rich nutrient source for your garden, a rac ng helpful insects, and even being a deligh ul edible op on when gathered properly.

You can leverage the nutrient‐rich nature of ne les by making a homemade, organic liquid fer lizer. Ne les are packed with some fabulous garden‐friendly elements such as nitrogen, calcium, and magnesium, all vital for plant growth.

Any part of the plant can be used, even the older, tougher parts, and the process is straigh orward. Chop the ne les and pack them into a sealable container (to mi gate any unpleasant smells) before submerging them in water. Let the mixture sit for about a month to create a potent ne le tea. Dilute this tea with water in a ra o of 1:10 for a nutrient‐rich feed, ideal for nurturing leafy greens like kale, chard, and spinach.

By allowing some ne les to grow on your patch, you support the lifecycle of bu erfly species such as red admiral, small tortoiseshell, painted lady, and comma bu erflies, and also offer a habitat for beneficial insects such as ladybirds, which control aphid popula ons and other garden pests.

In addi on to their usefulness in the garden, ne les are a versa le ingredient in the kitchen. Using gloves to avoid the s ngs, ne les can be harvested and used just like spinach, boas ng a similar high iron content. They're perfect for steaming or as the base for a soup ‐ blend boiled potatoes and tender ne les with vegetable stock, season and enrich with a spoon of cream for a hearty dish…perfect a er a day working in the garden!

Happy gardening.

Refuse, recycling and food waste

The future of collec ons in Arun

In November 2023, the government announced that councils must introduce a weekly food waste collec on service for all households from 1 April 2026. Arun District Council has been awarded £1,665,840 from the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Aﬀairs (DEFRA) to help introduce this service.

At a mee ng of the council’s Environment Commi ee this week, approval was given to a range of services to be provided under a new combined cleansing services contract (CCSC).

From 1 February 2026, the council will offer a weekly kerbside food waste collec on, along with fortnightly rubbish collec on from a council supplied 180 litre bin and con nua on of the fortnightly dry mixed recycling collec on. The new contract will also con nue to include small waste electrical and electrical equipment collec ons, a subscriber‐based garden waste collec ons service and the introduc on of recycling opportuni es for items such as tex les, ba eries and coffee pods. Street cleansing services will see li le change, apart from specifica ons updated in line with current legisla on/guidelines and local needs.

The council previously operated a very successful food waste collec on trial for 1,350 proper es in the district. Par cipa on of more than 85% with sa sfac on of 85% for food waste collec ons and 73% for three‐weekly residual collec ons was very high for the trial. It proved that the majority of residents would make use of a weekly food waste collec on and accept less frequent residual waste collec ons.

Councillor Sue Wallsgrove, Chair of the Environment Commi ee at Arun District Council, said: “The ﬁgures show that more than 42% by weight of residual waste in Arun is food waste.

“If collected separately, food waste can be processed via anaerobic diges on which is a much more eﬃcient and environmentally friendly way of processing and provides higher value end products in the form of biogas and fer liser. A reduc on in food waste is generally seen in other authori es where food waste collec ons have been opera ng for a period of me, as residents change behaviours. Environmentally this is the best outcome.”

In areas where it is physically not possible to have a wheeled rubbish bin for each resident, an alterna ve solu on will be introduced.

Currently residents receive 78 core collec ons per year (52 rubbish and 26 recycling). Under the proposals in this report residents will receive 104 collec ons per year (52 food waste, 26 rubbish and 26 recycling).

The council’s most recent conﬁrmed annual recycling rate is 42.93% of which approximately 25.33% is dry mixed recycling and 17.60% is garden waste.

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Could you be a bell ringer?

The six bells in the Tower of St Margaret’s Church were rung for all to hear to mark the Corona on of our King Charles on the 6th of May 2023. The bells are also rung every other Sunday morning before the church service and Thursday evening which is our prac ce night.

The Ringing Room from where the bells are rung is accessed by quite a narrow staircase. The Belfry where the bells themselves are hung are further up the same staircase. Bell ringing is an art and great fun, and we are a very friendly bunch who enjoy our ringing and are also very social. We would love to welcome anyone who is interested about what goes on or is even considering learning to ring. Provided you can raise your arms high over your head, and can count, this could be for you!

We currently have a number of ringers who are learning (and progressing very well!) and later on this year, we are hoping to have an ‘open event’ for those interested in coming to the Ringing Room and the Bell Tower for a li le taster! If this appeals to you, keep your eyes open for more details or register your interest with our Tower Correspondent, Ray Bivand by calling 01903 787117 or 07789917973.

If there are any lapsed ringers out there who are thinking of returning we would also love to hear from you, regardless of how long since you last rang a bell!

If you would like to know more about Bell Ringing, there are number of resources online. Please contact sec‐west@scacr.org to receive the links.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Council team highly commended in

na onal awards

The hard work of the Local Land Charges team at Arun District Council has again been recognised in the Land Data 2024 Excellence Awards. The team of four were highly commended for Local Authority Searches in the customer sa sfac on category.

Arun District Council is the only local authority to have won, or been highly commended, in the awards every year for the past nine years –this most recent achievement bringing the total up to 14 awards since 2016.

The na onal awards recognise the work and achievements of local land charges departments in England and Wales. In this year’s Land Data awards, 169 entries were received and there were nomina ons across seven categories from licensed conveyancers, solicitors, customer services experts and local land charges personnel. The award winners were drawn from a shortlist of 84 local authority teams and individuals, from 69 local authori es.

Councillor Roger Nash, Chair of the Economy Commi ee at Arun District Council, said: “I was

delighted to hear that the fantas c Local Land Charges team had been recognised yet again for their hard work. The team prides itself on being fast and eﬀec ve, ensuring that customers get the very best service.”

Dan Carman, Manager for the team, said: “We as a team pride ourselves on our commitment to excellent customer service. Whether that is a fast turnaround me for searches or going the extra mile to assist conveyancers, we do all we can to play a posi ve role in what is one of the most stressful transac ons anyone can go through ‐the sale and purchase of land and property. We are commi ed to streamlining our processes to provide the best possible service.” For more informa on, please email landcharges@arun.gov.uk or visit www.arun.gov.uk/local‐land‐charges

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Angmering South Downs Rotary Club’s sales

Angmering South Downs Rotary Club has held two successful pre‐loved clothes sales in Angmering and Rustington recently. Each event supported charities ‐ British Heart Foundation and then the Family Support Work (FSW), a Sussex charity for children since 1890. Our most recent Rustington sale, with 17 stalls at the Methodist Church Hall, was in support of FSW.

British Heart Foundation provides advice, support to clients and families, research to save and improve lives and is all supported by donations, events and their charity shops. Family Support Work, perhaps not so well known but with its events and some charity shops provides one‐to‐one, intensive help plus a range of group support and structured play activities for children and families in Sussex.

In the last 3 years the local Rotary Club has held a variety of events to support the community and local organisations. In 2023 the Club was able to donate £3,500 to six charities and organisations, including a local school, a kid’s camp group, the local food bank and another local family support team. All of this was possible with the generosity of local residents.

In 2024 our programme included a family event at Easter, and during the summer we will be supporting the East Preston Festival, the Worthing Carnival and the Angmering Revealed event.

Club President, Graham Scott, said: “This event was very successful. It was a terrific team effort by Angmering and South Downs Rotary Club members and demonstrates how Rotary can make a significant contribution to support the community.”

If you would like to be part of our 2024 projects or would like to find out more about the Club, please contact Gerald Ilsley, email: geraldillsley@gmail.com.

A Fete Worse than Death

Rus ngton Players’ Summer produc on at The Woodland Centre, Rus ngton from 12th to 15th June at 7.30pm, is ‘A Fete Worse Than Death’ by Richard James ‐ A deligh ul murder mystery.

Director Marlene Tincknell says: “Imagine a pre y village with thatched roof co ages, a village green, a cricket team and an annual Fete. Every year they hold a tradi onal fete with all the standard components. Country produce compe on, cake tent, beer tent etc. Then put in the usual suspects of characters. Add in a celebrity to open the Fete, a pompous Chairman, a Viking re‐enactor and a compe ve vicar and you have the perfect scenario for ‘A Fete Worse Than Death’.

Actor Ray Mar n is opening the village fete, playing on his fame as TV detec ve Inspector Brady. Li le does he know that ambi on, inﬁdelity and marrow envy will lead to murder and he’ll be le to solve the murder – without a script!”

Cast includes Deborah Addico , Helen Chewter, Jason Evans, Gordon Keys, Jenny Pickering, Mar n Sworn and Robbie Tolhurst.

For ckets contact www. cketsource.co.uk/ rus ngtonplayers or call 07546 306 438. Contact: vinnyshepherd@hotmail.co.uk

Help nature and wildlife in Sussex

West Sussex County Council is calling for people to share their experiences and observa ons of nature and wildlife in Sussex as part of a new, na on‐wide ini a ve to address declining habitats and species.

Residents will be asked what aspects of nature and wildlife are important to them and what changes they have no ced locally which will help inform the Local Nature Recovery Strategies being developed for Sussex.

Sussex is fortunate to be home to many iconic and wondrous wildlife species, and some of the rarest natural habitats in the world. But nature is in trouble with one in six UK species at risk of ex nc on. Urgent, locally coordinated eﬀorts are needed to reverse this decline.

Local Nature Recovery Strategies are a new ini a ve being rolled out across England to address the problem. Two strategies are being developed by the county councils, one covering West Sussex and another for East Sussex and Brighton & Hove.

The easiest way for residents to get involved is to complete the residents' survey. This asks ques ons about how and where people connect with nature, the habitats or species they value, any changes they've no ced, and any wider beneﬁts they'd like to see in their local area. The survey takes about 5 to 10 minutes to complete and will close on 30 June 2024.

Cllr Deborah Urquhart, West Sussex County Council Cabinet Member for Environment & Climate Change, said: “At the heart of every

Local Nature Recovery Strategy will be environmental issues that are most important to local people.

“Nature provides us with food, supports jobs and the local economy, and provides us with other things we may take for granted, such as clean air and water.

“I would like everyone to get involved and par cipate in their Local Nature Recovery Strategy. That way, we can help improve and create our precious habitats and recover species found in West Sussex through future funding and ac on.”

More informa on about the strategies and how local people can get involved can be found at Sussex Nature Recovery, including details of events, webinars, workshops, brieﬁngs, and more.

Angmering Croquet Club

by Brian Fuller

I read the other day that croquet is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Why so, you may wonder? Well, during the pandemic so many things were impossible, but croquet was allowed provided that there were no more than six players on a lawn at any one me, players wore masks and equipment was regularly disinfected. The word spread and people took up their mallets!

A er covid restric ons were eased those same people realised that they had discovered a new and rewarding interest and kept playing.

Croquet is a game for all, young and old, women and men; it’s played all over the world and every year top players travel to the world championships to compete. This year croquet clubs throughout the country will celebrate Na onal Croquet week, which runs from 18th May 2024, to help to create a greater awareness of the fun to be had.

magniﬁcent grade two listed building. Apart from the bar and restaurant, the club also organises a host of events throughout the year.

The Croquet Club of Angmering is certainly big on fun and we would love to welcome new members. If you would like to make new friends, get some gentle exercise and enjoy ge ng out in the fresh air, croquet might well be for you. How will you know? Well, you have to have a go don’t you?! That’s easily arranged; just give us a call. We play throughout the year and any day of the week. Our lawns are at Ham Manor Golf Club, where we not only play croquet but as social members of the golf club are able to use all the facili es of the

If you work hard all week and want something to help you enjoy the weekend or have just re red and are wondering what to do with your me, I’ll bet you’ve never considered croquet. Perhaps it’s me you did? For more informa on call Brian on 01903 339776 or Gill on 01903 773758.

Magazine Distributor takes on Cycling Challenge with

fellow Ferring resident

As most readers will know, 6th June 2024 is the 80th anniversary of the D‐Day landings on the Normandy beaches. On May 27th All about Ferring distributor Gareth Hearn and Colin Brown will remember the date in a personal way by embarking on a sponsored cycle ride of their own making on behalf of Armed Forces registered charity Help for Heroes (11209920).

The two men from Li le Paddocks, Ferring, are self‐funding, so all proceeds go to Help for Heroes. Perhaps the cycle to Portsmouth is not on most people’s must‐do list but, when the ferry reaches Cherbourg the following morning, the duo can look forward to mile a er gruelling mile of French countryside. They will visit the beaches of Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword and then journey on to Pegasus Bridge and Dieppe, paying their respects as they go to the brave troops who landed and fought to defeat the German occupiers.

Approximately 340 miles will be spent in the saddle on the English and French sides of the Channel, in a li le under a week. Neither of the two are spring chickens; they both suﬀer from

knee problems and other ailments, and, combined, they can manage only one or two sentences in French.

So, wish them luck with their endeavour and please sponsor them through JustGiving. To do so, go to the JustGiving website and search ‘Gareth Hearn and Colin Brown’ and click on their photo or the cap on beneath.

Thanks to the photographer whose father played a Major role at Pegasus Bridge in 1944

TRY Networking club

7.30am — 9am, every third Tuesday of the month, Worthing Rugby Club, Angmering

Lesley‐Anne Lloyd created the concept of a new business networking club at the beginning of 2024.

Lesley‐Anne has great respect for the local business community after a career in sales, marketing, and fundraising for over 30 years.

She has always been an avid networker and since launching her business in 2019 has continued to visit many local networking groups, all of which offer something different. Lesley‐Anne created Amber Support to offer care, support and advice for people living with dementia and their families, as well as Amber Celebrancy and set off on the local networking circuit.

After linking with many networking groups, Lesley‐Anne felt something might be missing and said: “I love business, rugby and networking, so I wanted to bring all of these elements together. I took this concept to Worthing RFC and they shared my vision and agreed to partner with me and TRY Networking was born.

“My concept was to create a networking group with no cost, no lockouts, no breakfasts, no sitting down, and no limits. I wanted everyone to be welcomed, especially small businesses, lone workers and start‐ups. I didn’t want to limit the numbers or types of businesses and wanted there to be room for everyone. I also wanted those who run more than one business to be able to showcase ALL that they do and not just one aspect.”

Lesley‐Anne says: “I have been on a

roller‐coaster in the transition from being employed to launching my own business and it has been a challenge. I have experienced networking clubs where they limit the numbers of businesses who can join and many have fees to join. When I went out on my own, I couldn’t afford to join many groups so I wanted to create something where new business and small business can come and meet, link, chat to and engage with other more established businesses. I want to create a space where we all reach out to each other, we ask for help, we ask for advice, we ask for new connections.

All this is done in the most amazing venue of Worthing RFC, who have been so supportive and continue to share my networking vision.”

Please come along to TRY Networking, you won’t be sorry. It’s fast, it’s fun, it’s inclusive, it’s effective, it’s local, but more than anything it’s a really supportive group of people who love business and love connections.

Everyone is welcome, it’s free, it’s fun, it’s something new, and it’s FOR YOU!

The next mee ng is on Tuesday 21st May at 7.30am at Worthing Rugby Club.

For more informa on contact Lesley‐Anne at amberind20@gmail.com

Vegan Market in Worthing

organised by local Food Group at CREW

Climate Resilience Centre Worthing (CREW) are a charity formed from an associa on of local groups working together to help deliver events, informa on and workshops on mi ga on and adapta on in the face of the climate and ecological emergency.

CREW is an integral part of building resilience, wellbeing and ac on in our local community at this cri cal me of climate breakdown. We are community‐led and run mostly by volunteers.

The Food Group at CREW have organised a series of monthly Vegan Markets at their centre in South Street, Worthing. The next one is due to take place on the 25th of May between 10.30am and 3pm. There are many diﬀerent food stalls including cheese, cakes and sweet treats, jams and chutneys, donuts, chocolate, pas es, pies, and so much more. To date these markets have been successful with hundreds of people a ending each one.

The Food Group at CREW has several core aims, one of which is to encourage/advocate

plant‐based diets in the local community. The reason for this is because what we eat and how it is produced, not only aﬀects our health but also our environment and planet.

Food needs to be grown, processed, transported, distributed, prepared, consumed and disposed of. Each of these steps creates greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. About one third of all human caused greenhouse gas emissions is linked to food! Animal based foods, especially red meat, dairy, and farmed shrimp are generally associated with the highest greenhouse gas emissions. Whereas, plant‐based foods, such as vegetables and fruits, whole grains, beans, peas, nuts, and len ls, generally use less energy, land and water and have lower greenhouse gas emissions.

Armed Forces awareness training

a ended by council staﬀ and elected members

A training session designed to raise awareness of the Armed Forces community has been well‐a ended by Arun District Council staﬀ and councillors. The free course gave an overview of the Armed Forces Covenant ‐ the na on’s pledge to ensure that the sacriﬁce of those who serve or who have served, and their families, is recognised.

There was an accompanying presenta on by Canon Peter Bruinvels CC, Armed Forces Champion and adviser to MPs and Peers on the Armed Forces Covenant.

A endees at the session also learned about the Armed Forces Bill 2021, which focuses on fair access to health, educa on and housing.

The 2021 Census indicated that Arun had the highest numbers of veterans in West Sussex, and the council has been involved in several projects to ensure that the Armed Forces Community is recognised and supported.

This includes helping to set up Breakfast Hubs as a safe space for veterans and linking them to local services, as well as ensuring that the support given also extends to serving members of the Armed Forces and their families.

A ended by more than 40 people, including representa ves from Li lehampton, Arundel and Bognor Regis Town Councils, the training also covered who the Armed Forces community are, what challenges they face and what they do on our behalf. The aim of the session was to help staﬀ and councillors to have a be er understanding of the topics discussed and how they might be able to access addi onal support, in terms of housing, health and ﬁnancial ma ers for veterans.

Councillor Mark Turner MBE, Ferring Ward and Armed Forces Champion, said: “Despite the numerous pressures on Arun District Council and its staﬀ, it is very reassuring that our Interim Joint CEO Karl Roberts was able to open the training and that so many councillors and staﬀ were able to a end this important and informa ve session.

“It is a diﬃcult me for many of our residents and par cularly so for service veterans and families all of whom will be encouraged and reassured by the suppor ve, well‐informed and can‐do a tude of the council’s staﬀ, enhanced by this excellent training.”

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Fiona Rose

Owner Textured Art

As a full‐ me professional ar st, running her own gallery has always been a dream. The opportunity came out of nowhere and Fiona suddenly found herself renova ng a large ﬁrst ﬂoor space in the heart of the village last summer. Her studio was the room next door which made it very convenient as she now can work away whilst visitors view the artwork. Fiona knows how ridiculously hard it is for ar sts to make a living and she’s humbled by the fantas c support she’s received from family, friends and the Angmering community.

What do you like best about Angmering?

The community here is diverse and interes ng. Since opening up I've had incredible support from the locals. I'd love to see more people walk into the village square and enjoy all the local shops, visit my gallery and grab a drink from the local coﬀee house and pubs. The square oﬀers a slower pace of living which always feels meless.

What is your favourite piece of music?

That’s easy… Ella Fitzgerald is my go to girl. Anything by her makes me feel relaxed and happy to be here.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

I grew up reading Nancy Drew and The Famous Five so all I wanted to be was a detec ve and ﬁnd clues.

Which person in history would you most like to meet? J W Turner. I’d just want to paint with him or even just watch. He has always been my inspira on and I’m s ll ﬁnding things out about his work.

What is your favourite book? Why?

‘Too close to the Sun’ by Sara Wheeler. It tells the story of Denys Finch Ha on and his me in Africa. I’ve actually done a pain ng on it which has since sold, as well as its prints.

What is the worst job you have ever done?

Telesales back in the 90s when it was the main marke ng method…it was soul destroying and I lasted two days.

What is the best advice you have ever been given? Listen to those whose lives are working. It’s all rela ve though but generally works.

What was your ﬁrst car and your favourite thing about it? Seat Ibiza. Bought it for £40 at the Shoreham auc on house. It had a dent on the side but I loved the overly shiny hubcaps that were zip tagged on! It eventually caught ﬁre as I was driving back from Brighton but lasted a good two years.

What is your favourite ﬁlm? Why?

It has to be ‘Chocolat’. I love her story. Moving to a town with her daughter and opening up a hand‐made chocolate shop in a strict religious town. I love how the ﬁlm addresses small moments between people and highlights her struggle to make friends because she doesn’t conform. It’s my kind of roman c quiet ﬁlm.

What is your favourite journey?

The drive to Naivaisha in Kenya. Anyone who has taken that road knows the awe and disbelief of the beau ful view. The landscape suddenly changes and the Great Ri Valley appears. You suddenly feel so small as you see all the big lakes and mountains in one view.

What is your screensaver at the moment?

My two greatest champions. My two beau ful sons. They’ve always believed in me and love watching me create diﬀerent pieces of art.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you? Take it easy and slow it down. Move through the world at your own pace and create your own des ny.

What do you do in your spare me? I’m a book worm and I enjoy tennis. Books get me out of my head and tennis gets me out of the studio. If you were a car, what would you be and why? I’d love to say a sleek, red Ferrari but no, I’m more of an old Land Rover Defender… sturdy, no nonsense and just keeps going even when stuck in a ditch!

Angmering in Bloom Associa on (AIB)

How it all started

In 2010 Angmering Parish Council (APC) were invited by South and South East in Bloom to enter their annual compe on (part of Britain in Bloom). APC adver sed for volunteers to form AIB, and several residents came forward three of whom, John Goulding, Lorraine Wensley and Julia Phelon, are s ll with AIB today. A Commi ee was set up with two Parish Council‐lors and the volunteers.

It was decided early on that it would be be er for AIB to become an Associa on in order to apply for grants for speciﬁc projects.

We entered the Compe on from 2011 ‐ 2016 receiving three Silver and three Silver Gilt awards. Along with the me spent on each year’s ac vi es, many more hours were spent producing a document, with photographic evidence, and planning a visit for two judges including a presenta on and a planned walk around the Village. This became very me consuming, so in 2017 it was decided to withdraw from the Compe on and concentrate our me on enhancing the Village.

We work with local Schools and Scou ng groups on hor cultural projects, recently plan ng the Beehive bed for the King’s Corona on and running a tallest sunﬂower compe on.

We have been involved in crea ng new ﬂoral beds at the High Street, Arundel Road, Nursery Road, Sta on Road, the Community Centre and the Cala roundabout, all of which we con nue to maintain and replant.

AIB encouraged various organisa ons to plant a number of trees as part of the Queen’s Green canopy. The Village map and St Nicholas garden informa on board were designed and produced by AIB.

In Spring and Autumn we plant the trugs and planters at the Community Centre and on the Village green and also in Autumn we plant 100’s of bulbs in areas iden ﬁed by both AIB and residents.

AIB receive funding from local businesses, who generously sponsor us, and the annual plant sale which, thanks to support from local residents, is becoming more popular every year.

The number of AIB members has increased from 6 to currently 16, and we think of ourselves as friends as well as volunteers. We meet every Wednesday morning either in the Village Centre or at the Community Centre followed by a well‐deserved coﬀee and chat.

We have a website and also post regularly on the Village Facebook page and hope to con nue our work to enhance the Village for many years to come.

Worthing food bank

works with community to tackle root causes of food insecurity

A Worthing food bank is con nuing to work with the community to tackle the root causes of food insecurity a er securing funding from Worthing Borough Council.

Worthing Food Founda on, which also runs Worthing Vegan Food Bank, was awarded £30,000 from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Neighbourhood Fund to support its community outreach work.

Money from the CIL Neighbourhood Fund will help Worthing Food Founda on’s only paid employee, outreach worker Jacquie Beardon, to engage with food bank users to reduce long‐term reliance on food banks.

The food bank was set up during the pandemic and has been supplying food to people in need from its base at East Worthing Bap st Church, Pendine Avenue since April 2020. To help simplify access and reduce the perceived s gma of food bank use, Worthing Food Founda on encourages people to approach it directly without the need of an oﬃcial referral.

Jacquie’s role sees her work with food bank users that need addi onal support with physical and mental health condi ons or addic on issues as well as advising them about ﬁnancial help they may be eligible for.

Jacquie said: “Most people don’t want to keep using food banks, so we try to have a look together at why they are in the situa on they have found themselves in, and to ﬁnd solu ons.

I see my role as a lot of hand‐holding and helping to empower people to have more control over their lives.”

The food bank is also keen to work with families to ensure children get access to healthy food and dental care. One recent project saw Jacquie contact parents to check if they knew about provisions such as Healthy Start vouchers, help with school uniforms or free school meals.

Worthing Food Founda on is also using part of the CIL money to fund a food bank in the community project with a nearby children’s centre.

Ma hew Po er, (pictured with Jacqui Beardon) a volunteer at Worthing Food Founda on, said:

“There are around 16,000 people in food poverty in the area, but we only see around 2,000 of them and we want to understand why. One solu on could be that we go to them instead of them having to come to us. As a pilot project we have placed a food bank at Worthing East Family Hub in Lyndhurst Road, so that the people who work there can give parents that already use the centre help with food if they no ce a need.”

If the project proves successful, Worthing Food Founda on hopes to roll it out to other venues such as warm spaces, hubs for elderly people and doctors’ surgeries.

Cllr Carl Walker, the deputy leader of Worthing Borough Council, said: “The con nued cost of living crisis means that more people than ever are struggling to aﬀord enough food to eat and fewer people are able to spare enough to donate, which is causing food banks to be stretched to the limit.

“We’re really pleased to see that the money from the CIL Neighbourhood Fund is being used to bring food banks into spaces that people feel safe and comfortable in and that the vital work that Jacquie does in the community can con nue.”

Visit h ps:// www.worthingfoodfounda on.org.uk/ to ﬁnd out more about suppor ng or volunteering with Worthing Food Founda on.

Buy it for Life

Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) launched an urgent £1 million fundraising appeal in April, ‘Buy it for Life’, to raise the ﬁnal funds needed to secure the future of its lifesaving helicopter and enable it to reach more pa ents and save even more lives in Kent, Surrey and Sussex.

Un l now the charity has leased its second air ambulance. But owning, rather than leasing, gives KSS far more security over its helicopter which is so fundamental to its lifesaving service and a genuine lifeline for the people of Kent, Surrey and Sussex.

Owning rather than leasing its air ambulance also saves KSS almost half a million pounds a year which will enable it to drive forward with its plans to ﬂy for six more hours every day, meaning it can reach more pa ents and save even more lives. Saving this money will also enable the future development of the charity's ability to ﬂy in more challenging weather condi ons as well as their ability to grow their pa ent and family a ercare service and introduce more community preven on and educa on ini a ves.

As part of the appeal, and for the ﬁrst me ever, supporters are being given the unique opportunity to have their name on the helicopter.

Anyone dona ng £100 or more can have their name, name of a friend or family member, team, community group or business, or the name of a loved one in their memory, on the air ambulance – making them a part of every lifesaving mission. To secure one of the limited number of spaces visit aakss.org.uk/ helicopter.

David Welch, Chief Execu ve of KSS, said: “Demand for our service has been growing year‐on‐year and has never been greater. Last year we made a record number of over 3,300 missions to people in urgent need of our lifesaving care. We must con nue to respond to this growing need, now and into the future.

“That’s why we now urgently need the people of Kent, Surrey and Sussex, to help us raise the ﬁnal £1 million to buy our air ambulance. Owning rather than leasing our air ambulance will secure the future of our helicopter and allow us to increase the number of hours we can ﬂy every day, as well as con nue to improve and innovate our lifesaving care. This will mean that we can reach even more pa ents and save even more lives. But we only have un l the end of May to raise the funds as it is a me‐limited window in our new contract with our avia on partner.

Every day, KSS is called to the most serious medical emergencies in Kent, Surrey and Sussex, making around nine missions every day. The charity’s air ambulance helicopter is like a ﬂying emergency room, ge ng its specialised doctors and paramedics, and lifesaving treatment, to loved ones when they need it the most.

A Story of Survival:

Chris Pounds from Tonbridge was crushed by a tractor when working alone miles from anywhere. He managed to call 999 and a KSS air ambulance was dispatched. “It was the medical interven on that they brought to me, lying in a ﬁeld in the grass with crush injuries that saved my life. If the air ambulance hadn’t got there I wouldn’t have survived, it’s as simple as that.”

To donate to the KSS ‘Buy it for Life’ appeal and have your name on its air ambulance helicopter, please go to aakss.org.uk/ helicopter. Terms and condi ons apply. Please see the website for more details. Dona ons of any amount can also be made to the urgent appeal by visi ng the website: h p:// aakss.org.uk

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Labour candidate visits local farm

to hear about challenges facing agricultural sector

CHALLENGES facing the agricultural sector were discussed when Dr Beccy Cooper, Labour's Prospec ve Parliamentary Candidate for Worthing West, visited a local farmer in Worthing.

The visit was organised by the Na onal Farmers' Union (NFU) who invited Dr Cooper along to visit Holt Farm in Clapham, which is run by local farmer David Harrio

During the visit, Dr Cooper was shown around the farm where the farm team led by John Edwards were busy during the annual lambing season, with up to 60 lambs being born each day.

Dr Cooper heard ﬁrsthand the challenges that the agricultural sector is facing from environmental changes such as the push for rewilding on farm land and the changing local weather.

The farming sector is facing interna onal compe on in pricing as well as inﬂa onary pressures ‐ but the need for high quality, sustainably‐produced food was discussed during the visit.

Labour has pledged to improve food security and boost the UK's agriculture sector with a target for at least half of the food used in hospitals, schools and prisons to be Bri sh. Further support announced includes cheaper power for farmers by switching on GB Energy, lowering red tape at the borders to increase exports and use the government's purchasing power to back Bri sh produce.

Dr Beccy Cooper (above right), Labour's

Parliamentary Candidate for Worthing West, said: "It was great to visit Holt Farm and learn how the farm is helping to feed us whilst also contribu ng to a sustainable local ecosystem.

"Making sure that we take good care of our farming land, our animals and wildlife needs to be part of the wider conversa on about how we take good care of our people and our planet.

"Speaking with Caroline and representa ves of the NFU was useful to hear ﬁrsthand the challenges that those working in this important sector are having to face day in day out."

New cycling facili es coming to Worthing

Promenades, parks, parades and town centres across Adur and Worthing are receiving new cycling facili es to further support ac ve travel in the area. Four bike repair sta ons and 170 bike racks are being installed by Adur & Worthing Councils as part of their commitment to provide residents and visitors with be er opportuni es to travel ac vely and sustainably.

The equipment has been funded by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communi es (DLUHC) under its UK Shared Prosperity Fund, which aims to invest in local priori es including communi es, place, people, local businesses and skills.

Dozens of bike racks have already been installed ahead of spring by the councils’ teams, with 12 added in Adur and 60 covering Worthing.

In total, 60 bike racks will be added across Adur and 110 will be installed across Worthing. The remaining bike racks will be installed ahead of the summer.

Two repair sta ons, which allow cyclists to adjust or repair their bikes on the go, will be installed outside Perch on Lancing Beach and near the Pavilion Theatre on Worthing promenade in the coming weeks.

Tasks such as topping‐up tyre pressures, adjus ng the brakes or ghtening a loose bolt can be achieved for free by using the sta ons, which host a range of quality tools that are a ached to the base via retractable cables.

Since declaring a climate emergency in 2019, the councils have been pushing to not only reduce their carbon footprint, but help the area achieve net zero carbon status by 2045.

It’s es mated that on‐road transport makes up a quarter of the area’s emissions. The councils therefore want to ensure that greener transport op ons are readily available for those making shorter journeys.

Cllr Emma Evans, Adur’s cabinet member for the environment and leisure, said: “It’s fantas c to see more cycling racks, as well as new repair sta ons, coming to the district in support of people wan ng to cycle and travel sustainably. Cycling comes with many health beneﬁts and is an op on of travel we’re inves ng in and asking West Sussex County Council to be er support.”

Cllr Dr Beccy Cooper, the Leader of Worthing Borough Council, said: “The addi on of new cycling racks and bike repair sta ons is another step in the right direc on to achieving our vision of ac ve travel and public transport becoming the easy, aﬀordable and preferred way to get around our town and along the coast. I look forward to seeing locals and visitors using the new equipment, especially as the weather brightens in the next few weeks.”

Last summer the councils greatly expanded their public bike hire scheme run by Donkey Republic, seeing a total of 75 bicycles available for hire across Adur and Worthing. To ﬁnd out more on the Donkey bike scheme and how to hire a bicycle, visit: h ps:// www.adur‐worthing.gov.uk/leisure/bike‐hire/ Members of Adur District Council and Worthing Borough Council are evalua ng projects to invest further UK Shared Prosperity funding into sustainable transport infrastructure by March 2025. These projects will focus on increasing ac ve travel to schools, green spaces and residen al areas.

Windmill Entertainment Centre is Open!

After undergoing extensive renovation, the Windmill Entertainment Centre re‐opened in April. Arun District Council and Freedom Leisure embarked upon a programme of repairs of the building on 10 August 2023 after a fire destroyed the neighbouring Harvester.

These included restorations to the roof and boiler room, asbestos removal from the ceiling and electrical panels being replaced to ensure the safety of everyone using the centre.

A new studio floor has been installed along with a replacement carpet for the auditorium and a new skylight. The exterior of the centre was also repainted, ready to welcome back users of this vibrant community hub.

Freedom Leisure, which manages the facility in partnership with Arun District Council, said it was happy to be reopening the centre after the extensive period of repair and refurbishment. Matt Williams, General Manager, at Freedom Leisure, said:

“Following months of work, working closely with Arun District Council, we are proud to

welcome back this beloved venue to the heart of the community. As a hub for residents and societies alike, we have eagerly awaited the Windmill Entertainment Centre resuming its role as a vibrant space for gatherings, events, and performances.

“With a renewed commitment to serving the diverse needs of the community, Freedom Lei‐sure looks forward to hosting a wide array of events and activities at the Windmill Entertain‐ment Centre.”

The Windmill Cinema is set to begin screenings from 1st July. Film showings will continue at Littlehampton Town Council’s Millennium Chamber, along with other local venues. For more information, visit https:// windmillcinema.co.uk

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For that early morning cuppa.

For when ‘7 across’ has you stumped.

For peace. For quiet.

For when a custard cream tickles your fancy.

For a hand to hold when it all feels too much.

For when you fall in love, again.

For that fit of giggles after a serious chat.

For “namaste”.

For that homely feeling, even though you just moved in.

For every moment, we’re here.

All about Angmering May 2024