All about Angmering July/August 2024 by allaboutwestsussex

JULY/AUGUST 2024 ISSUE 173

All about Angmering

Community Magazine and Business Directory

Editor and Publisher:

Helen Holt

Editorials and Advertisements

t: 01273 732993

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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.

September 2024 deadlines

Editorial submissions and advertising copy by 7th August. Finished artwork by 9th August.

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 Summer issue!

Summer is here and the longer days give us so much more me to venture out into the community and enjoy ourselves. There are always plenty of opportuni es to get involved in events at this me of year including the many summer fetes, garden shows, open gardens and summer concerts on oﬀer in the local area.

ELLIEFEST, the family‐friendly festival, returns on 13th July in Clapham and Patching, Rainbow Shakespeare is back performing A Midsummers Night Dream and The Winter’s Tale at Highdown Gardens, Ferring and the Waterfront Festival in Littlehampton on 20th and 21st July.

Visit the What’s On pages in the magazine for more informa on and there are many more events at www.allaboutmagazines.co.uk. You can also add your own events on there and then they can appear in the magazine.

Enjoy the warmest months of the year and make the most of the great outdoors.

Helen and the All about Magazines team

ELLIEFEST 2024 Lineup

The one‐day FREE family‐friendly fes val in memory of local girl Ellie Thornton returns to Clapham and Patching Village Hall and grounds on Saturday 13th July. Get ready for a fun‐ﬁlled day of live music, delicious food, and endless ac vi es. ELLIEFEST 2024.

The inaugural ELLEIFEST was a huge success, and organisers are pulling out all the stops to make 2024 even bigger and be er.

“We were overwhelmed by the incredible support and turnout for the ﬁrst ELLIEFEST,” said fes val founder Vicky Thornton. “This year, we have another amazing lineup of live music, more ac vi es than ever, and plenty of delicious food and drinks to fuel the fun.”

From 11am fes valgoers will be treated to a full lineup of musical ar sts such as local favourites Shoreham Allstars, Sussex Rock Choir, Danni W, emerging ar sts from BIMM Brighton, including Willow Jarvis and Dixie Darling, and with a closing set from Glastonbury DJ Sound Lady. The lineup will also include a performance from Brighton and Hove’s Three Score Dance, a contemporary dance company that challenges percep ons about ageing.

Fes valgoers can grab a drink from the licensed bar and kick back on the lawn to enjoy the sights and sounds. For the li le ones, don’t miss the family sports day, Buckets of Fun, cra ac vi es, doodle box, face pain ng, bouncy castle and slide.

When you’ve worked up an appe te, indulge in wood‐fired pizzas from Pizza Villaggio, tacos from Fire and Rocket and The Ellie Thornton Founda on’s BBQ. Expert baristas from Coffee and Creams will be serving a range of high‐quality, freshly brewed coffee and bubble tea. There will be sweet treats, including ice cream, candy floss, popcorn, crepes from local providers Chocolate Balloons and The Pop Up Food Co; visitors can also relax with tea and handmade cakes from Ellie’s Cake Café. With games, cra s, and more, there’s something for everyone to spend an a ernoon at the fes val.

ELLIEFEST is on from 11am to 5pm at Clapham and Patching Village Hall, Long Furlong, BN13 3UT. Admission is free, but dona ons are strongly encouraged. All proceeds will support The Ellie Thornton Founda on’s mission.

Anyone interested in suppor ng the fes val can do so in a number of ways: volunteering to help on the day, with a dona on that will help create the fes val atmosphere, such as hay bales, bun ng, raﬄe prizes, or as a fes val trader. If you would like to take part, visit www.elliethorntonfounda on.org.uk for full details and how to apply.

ELLIEFEST was launched in 2022, a biennial fes val conceived in memory of Ellie Thornton to generate funds to deliver The Ellie Thornton Founda on’s charitable mission. The Ellie Thornton Founda on is a charitable incorporated organisa on established in 2017 by Ben and Vicky Thornton in memory of Ellie Thornton, aged 11, who died a er she was involved in a road traﬃc accident in West Sussex as she walked to school in March 2017.

Ellie was an extraordinary girl with an extraordinary life, marked by her desire to have fun, her obsession with theme parks, and her ability to engage anyone in conversa on, adult or child. Ellie was worldly, resilient, bubbly and full of ideas and ambi ons. She wanted to help children who didn’t have the same opportuni es that she did and recognised that she was lucky to travel the world and have amazing family experiences. The Ellie Thornton Founda on champions what was important to her and what is important to her family in her name.

Mark your calendars for the can’t‐miss summer event: ELLIEFEST 2024, Saturday 13th July.

Ferring's Future:

Beehive Care Invites You to Thrive Together!

Beehive Care, formerly known as Abbeyfield Ferring, has been a cornerstone of compassionate care in Ferring for almost 50 years. With a recent rebranding that reflects its heritage and commitment to the community, Beehive Care continues to thrive. Helen Holt, editor of the All about Magazines, chats with Jacqui Swindells, CEO of Beehive Care, as she discusses the exciting changes and what they mean for the future of care in Ferring.

Helen: As CEO of Beehive Care, formerly Abbeyfield Ferring, could you shed some light on the motivation behind the recent rebranding?

Jacqui: Certainly. The decision to transition to Beehive Care marks an exciting chapter in our organisation’s journey. While our roots at Abbeyfield Ferring run deep, we felt it was time to embrace a name that reflects our ethos and the essence of our community. Beehive Care encapsulates our commitment to providing nurturing and supportive care, much like bees in a hive, where every resident is valued and supported.

Helen: Fascinating analogy! How does the new name tie into Beehive Care’s long‐standing history in Ferring?

Jacqui: The connection is profound. Our original site, Cornwell House, has been a pillar of the Ferring community since its establishment in 1976. Situated on Beehive Lane, our roots are deeply intertwined with the locality. The name Beehive not only pays homage to our geographical origins but also symbolises the interconnectedness and cohesion we strive to foster among our services, customers, residents, and staff.

Helen: Impressive legacy indeed. With this transition, how does Beehive Care plan to continue serving the Ferring community?

Jacqui: Our dedication to Ferring remains unwavering. We pride ourselves on being an integral part of the community, and our commitment to providing compassionate care tailored to the needs of our residents remains unchanged. Through strong partnerships with local healthcare providers and organisations, we aim to enhance the well‐being of our residents and facilitate their active participation in community life.

Helen: Thank you for your insights, Jacqui. Beehive Care's transition certainly promises an exciting future for the Ferring community.

Jacqui: Thank you for having me. We look forward to continuing our journey of growth and nurturing as Beehive Care. Join us and thrive with us.

Professional Decorator—Bayley’s Décor

Craig Bayley undertook an NVQ for Pain ng and Decora ng back in 2010 when taken on as an appren ce for Brighton Elite Decor. He then started his own business in 2012, which has gone from strength to strength. Craig is happy doing private or commercial work. His favourite part of the job is wallpaper hanging, but to be honest, he loves everything about what he does.

Craig says: “I pride myself on a me culous ﬁnish and have o en been told I am the cleanest and diest decorator around!”

“When not working, I enjoy spending me with my two daughters and Partner. We live in Yapton and have a beau ful boy cat called Bumblebee, who we rescued. I am a bit of a ﬁlm buﬀ and love a trip to the cinema to see the latest Marvel release and I am so happy that my eldest is now ge ng into them!”

Craig is happy to travel and has covered as far east as Seaford, to the west of Portsmouth and all in between. He is always happy to come and provide a quote free of charge and he is a pre y good handyman too!

“Craig is an absolutely superb decorator,” says recent customer Zoe Murphy of East Preston.

“Reasonably priced, excep onal a en on to detail and incredibly knowledgeable. We would 110 per cent recommend Bayley’s Décor.”

Craig says: “If you are looking for an honest, reliable, professional decorator delivering an exquisite ﬁnish I am your chap and I look forward to hearing from you.”

If you would like to see some examples of Craig’s work, please visit his Facebook Page ‐Bayley’s Decor. For more informa on call 07861 370173 or email craig.bayley85@gmail.com

Rent Free Gas Cylinders

As the sun shines brighter (hopefully), it’s clear that barbecue season is upon us. There’s nothing quite like gathering with friends and family, enjoying the outdoors, and ﬁring up the BBQ. Make sure you're prepared with a reliable supply of gas. That’s where Rent Free Gas Cylinders, a proud part of Gas Bo les Direct, established in 2009, comes in.

With over 15 years of exper se in the industry, Rent Free Gas Cylinders offers the complete range of butane and propane Calor Gas Bo les – from the small 3.9kg to the large 47kg bo les, for use with everything from BBQs and pa o heaters to appliances and heaters. We’re also Hobbyweld Welding Gas, Hobbbybrew Beverage Gas, Campingaz, Sievert and GoSystems main dealers. As well as covering all your gas needs, we also supply gas regulators and fi ngs, so everything you need for a successful outdoor gathering. We even supply all your winter fuels, from logs and coal to kindling and firelighters, but fingers crossed you won’t be needing those just yet! Did you know most vehicle insurance policies do not cover carrying gas bo les, so you will

not be insured if stopped by Police or involved in an accident. Rent Free Gas Cylinders solves this issue by carrying out free, daily deliveries in your area six days a week. Forget trying to carry these awkward, heavy gas cylinders ‐ count on us to do it for you. A er all, order today and get your gas tomorrow!

Ordering from Rent Free Gas Cylinders is straigh orward and hassle‐free. Call 01903 700778 or visit www.ren reegascylinders.co.uk. But don’t just take our word for it – check out our hundreds of 5‐star reviews on Trustpilot and Google.

Beach Road Dry Cleaners

Home & Dry Chichester would like to announce a new member of our group! Beach Road Dry Cleaners on Beach Road, Li lehampton, has reopened under new management since the 28th of March. Janet, a local resident, responded: “It’s so great to see them s ll open. I’m looking forward to seeing what changes are made.”

The dry cleaner has been an ins tu on in Li lehampton for over 50 years, and we are pleased to be able to keep this li le piece of history alive. The new manager, Julia Willkins, says, “I’m very excited to take over from Lara and con nue the fast and reliable service Beach Road has always provided.” In order to thank their loyal customers, Beach Road Laundry has a special 20% oﬀ oﬀer!

Home & Dry is a successful local business, open since 2000. With the addi on of Beach Road, Home & Dry Group operate three loca ons –Felpham, Li lehampton and the main hub on St Pancras in Chichester, which has allowed the newly renamed Beach Road Laundry Ltd to expand their list of services.

These include laundry, specialist dry cleaning, repairs and altera ons, domes c and holiday let housekeeping and management. Drop by or contact us for your garment care or home services.

Beach Road: 01903 717999

www.beachroadlaundry.co.uk

Home & Dry: 01243 543877

www.homeanddry.biz

Lavinia Norfolk Centre Summer Fete

at The Angmering School, Saturday 13th July

The end of the school year is fast approaching, and what be er way to celebrate than with the Lavinia Norfolk Centre (LNC) Summer Fete at The Angmering School! On Saturday 13th July, from 10am to 12pm, we invite everyone to join us for a fun‐ﬁlled event that promises to be a fantas c way to cap oﬀ the year.

This year has been ﬁlled with hard work, achievements, and memorable moments, and the Summer Fete is the perfect opportunity to celebrate all of our successes.

The fete will feature a wide range of ac vi es and a rac ons for all ages. From tradi onal fair games to exci ng raﬄe prizes, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available, ensuring everyone is well‐fed and energised for the fes vi es. In addi on, there will be live music and entertainment to keep the atmosphere lively and engaging. The LNC Summer Fete is also a great opportunity to

raise funds for the school and support future ini a ves. Raﬄe ckets and various stalls will be set up to contribute to this cause, and your par cipa on will posi vely impact the school community.

This event is not just for students and their families, but for the en re school community, including teachers, staﬀ, and alumni. It’s a me for everyone to come together, reminisce on the past year, and look forward to the future.

So, mark your calendars and get ready for a wonderful me at the LNC Summer Fete! Let’s celebrate the end of the school year and look forward to the exci ng mes ahead.

Is the Anglo‐French Circle for you?

Alors, comment ça va? Aimez‐vous la langue et la culture de la France? If you are s ll reading, then the Anglo‐French Circle is for you! We are a friendly bunch of like‐minded souls (usually around 25 a month) who have been mee ng regularly for nearly 40 years.

We gather on the second Tuesday of each month (except in August) at 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start at the Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, where there is ample free parking and facili es on site. We aim to ﬁnish by 9pm.

As well as saying hello to some familiar faces, each month the main event of our evenings is a guest speaker talk which is always in French, supported by mul media.

Coming a rac ons for 2024/25 include art (van Gogh), history (Napoléon) and music (Sa e). An annual highlight is La Fête Na onale evening in July for members. We also host a Christmas social for members and visitors.

Membership is £25 a year; for non‐members there is a charge of £5 per session. Please don’t worry about the level of your French as we value enthusiasm and welcome students or

those interested in improving their French conversa on ﬂuency. Wherever you are on the scale, you will ﬁt in!

Our new season begins on Tuesday 10th September with a talk on the beau ful town of Honﬂeur in Normandy. Come along and savour a li le bit of France for an evening while exercising those grey cells!

If you would like further informa on or are interested in contac ng us please email us at anglofrenchrus ngton@gmail.com

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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.

Jumping on the Bandwagon

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

Last month we explored the thought process behind whether buying at peaks was a credible investment op on. This month, I think it would be valuable to inves gate an alterna ve. This isn’t an ar cle about necessarily trying to buy at the lowest market valua on but more about not ge ng carried away with price rises and feeling that you may be ge ng le behind.

Imagine a er all your research that you deemed an investment a poor choice at £1 per share, what would signiﬁcantly change your mind if those shares started selling for £1.50?

New technology, funding, proﬁt and infrastructure are all reasons a company may be worth more today than it was yesterday. However, in my experience, most of the me novice investors don’t care about such things and buy purely on the fact that it has increased.

Understanding what you’re inves ng in is a key component to ge ng it right more than wrong or at least being comfortable with the risk you are taking. One reason not to jump in is just because something has already gone up in value. In short, don’t get carried away, don’t jump on the same bandwagon that everyone else is just because it seems to be moving in a posi ve direc on, take me to analyse your investment opportunity and always look at the risks associated with it or get a professional do this for you.

My top ps:

Invest for the long term.

Don’t invest just because something is going up.

Likewise, don’t sell just because something is going down.

Consider why you’re making the investment.

Remember, there is a big diﬀerence between gambling and inves ng.

As always, if you would like to talk anything through in more detail, feel free to get in touch.

How to Be Prepared

Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP and an expert in Wills and Inheritance Tax, looks at what arrangements you should have in place in later life.

Decades ago, when I was a Cub Scout, “Be Prepared” was the mo o we all tried to follow. But the same slogan could be applied to later life.

Here is a list of some of the prac cal steps you can take to be prepared for loss of capacity and passing away to make the job of your nearest and dearest a lot easier.

Make Las ng Powers of A orney

If you do not have Las ng Powers of A orney in place and you become incapable, your next of kin is in for a long and expensive wait before the Court of Protec on will give them authority to make decisions.

If you have Las ng Powers of A orney in place, check with your A orney that they know your wishes and are s ll happy to act as your A orney.

Make a Funeral Plan

Paying for your funeral in advance or having an insurance policy or savings in place to cover your funeral costs is good, but not enough. You should consider your wishes for the funeral itself: buried or cremated? Religious or non‐religious? And so on. A local funeral director will be able to go through all the decisions hat need to be made and record your wishes in wri ng.

Make a Will

If you have a Will, make sure it is up to date and that you know where the original is kept. As you may remember from my previous ar cle, changes to tax rules mean that Wills made before 2008 need to be reviewed urgently and even Wills made before April 2017 should be checked.

Organise Your Paperwork

Make sure all your paperwork is sorted and in date order. At a me when rela ves and friends are grieving, their job is made a lot harder if they have to hunt high and low for your important documents.

I recommend keeping a folder with a copy of your Will, Powers of A orney, funeral plan, and details of pensions, bank accounts, investments, insurance policies and bills in it. This then serves as a handy star ng point for your Executor or your A orney.

And ﬁnally…

Make sure your Executor and your A orney know where to ﬁnd these documents!

If you do not have an up‐to‐date Will or Las ng Powers of A orney, please get in touch to book a free ini al appointment at our Arundel oﬃce or your home. You can contact me by calling Monan Gozze LLP on 01903 927055 or by email to ssampson@monangozze .com

CHILD ARRANGEMENTS

ORDERS (CAO)

CAOs are designed to regulate with whom a child is to live with and/or spend time with. Each CAO is decided on the circumstances of the individual family and what is in the best interests of the child(ren). This is governed by Section 8 of the Children Act 1989.

When parents separate or divorce, it is important to prioritise the needs of their children. A family lawyer can help parents to reach agreements on a child’s living arrangements. When an agreement cannot be reached, a range of dispute resolution approaches can be used, including mediation, collaborative law and arbitration prior to making an Application to Court, where a judge will rule on child arrangements.

E J Moyle LLP Solicitors can provide expert advice and guide you through the options available in reaching agreement or, if necessary, the Court process.

We can also advise in relation to divorce, separation, childcare proceedings, adoption, wardship, domestic violence and injunctions.

Our Family Team is based at 2A Broadmark Parade, Rustington, BN16 2NE

Coppice and Angmering Medical Centre

It’s been a diﬃcult me, recently, for NHS services across the country. For GP services, it’s been no diﬀerent. We are all aware that the NHS is under pressure, with budgets being cut and illnesses becoming more complicated as the general popula on lives longer.

As a small business, we have had to look at involving other members of the clinical team to see pa ents to make the best use of those who now make up the medical profession. This means that you, our pa ents, are given access to the most appropriate health professional with the least possible delay.

As a result, if you are reques ng an appointment, the recep onist will ask you the reason for your call. This may result in you being provided self‐care advice without the need to see a GP, or you may be provided an appointment with another member of the healthcare team. This includes:

Physiotherapists, Advanced Prac oners, Advanced Clinical Pharamcists, Paramedics, Mental Health Prac oners, Nurses and External Community Services

Our recep onists work alongside the Signposter (GP or Paramedic/ANP) to make sure you are assigned to the most appropriate person in order to get the care you need as quickly as possible. This can make the phone calls last longer when you ﬁrst call the surgery. If you come into the surgery, you may be asked to call so that you are then triaged by a clinician to ensure the best outcome for you.

Unfortunately, GP prac ces are not designed to be an emergency service and as result, our capacity to see pa ents on the same day is limited. In the event that we reach capacity, you may be asked to a end the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at The Park Surgery.

We appreciate that it can be a frustra ng experience and we are always striving to improve our services to you, our pa ents.

New President at Arundel Probus

Probus Clubs are an English inven on, and the ﬁrst was founded in 1965, mainly for re ring local Rotarians. It was a great success; there are now thousands of clubs in Britain and many countries worldwide.

The Probus Club of Arundel was founded in 1980 as a club for re red or semi‐re red men. However, it was decided that more ideas should be brought to the club, and ladies should be invited to join. In addi on, members’ wives, partners and friends should be allowed to a end mee ngs, to listen to a speaker, re re for a drink at the bar and lunch if so desired.

The new year of The Probus Club of Arundel started on 1st May 2024 when a new President was elected by the members. The past president handed Brian Arthur (pictured on the le ) the collar and gavel, and in turn, the past president was presented with his past president’s e and badge.

The club has maintained its membership and has welcomed new members who are keen to get involved. There has been an ac ve and

varied programme of speakers with many from our members, who have so much knowledge and interes ng past lives. The club has held very enjoyable pub lunches with wives, friends and whoever wants to come along.

We meet every fourth Thursday of the month at the White Swan Hotel, just outside Arundel. Doors open at 10.30am for the mee ng star ng at 11am. Please come and join us. We welcome all new members. See www.arundelprobus.club or ring Richard Brennan for more informa on on 07974 0210454.

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Shakespeare at Highdown, 2004

Yes, Rainbow Shakespeare are back, doing what they do best, in Worthing’s magical Highdown gardens. The professional Company have been acclaimed as the ‘jewel in Worthing’s crown ‘ and they have been producing enjoyable, understandable Shakespeare produc ons for all the family for 25 years.

Their ﬁrst assay into the Bard was Twel h Night, performed under the Lido. Gale force winds tended to blow bits of actors’ beards oﬀ towards Brighton, and the incoming de added excitement to audience members in their deck chairs! The Company was then invited to perform in Highdown Gardens, which has been their home ever since.

These amazing chalk gardens have undergone a vast makeover, and the results are awe‐inspiring. Not for nothing they are known as one of Sussex’s best‐kept secrets! Rainbow Shakespeare love the month they spend there in the open air, amid a vast range of ﬂowers and trees, pu ng on the shows.

This year, their first offering is A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Director Nick Young believes it to be the best comedy ever wri en. However o en you watch it, it never fails to delight. “Each me I direct it, I find new things,” comments Nick. “Last me I overheard a six‐year‐old saying to his mother as they le ‘Oh mummy did that man Shakespeare write any more plays like that?’ Comments like that make all our hard work so rewarding.”

This year sees the return of audience favourite and great comic actor Peter McCrohon, playing the part of Bo om, who is changed into an ass and with whom Titania, the Queen of the Fairies, falls helplessly in love!

An added treat will be the fairies played by local children. Shakespeare under the stars will enchant a six‐year‐old as much as the most senior Bard aﬁcionado. The produc on runs from the 9th to the 14th July at 7.30pm with ma nees on Saturday and Sunday.

The Winter’s Tale is the second show that plays from the 16th to the 21st July. Both plays deal with the theme of jealousy. Oberon’s jealous of wife, Titania. However, in The Winter’s Tale, the green‐eyed goddess plays a darker role. Leontes, the King of Sicily and his wife are entertaining his oldest friend, Polixenes the King of Bohemia, when suddenly he becomes irra onally jealous. His mad fury creates a thrilling plot, including (spoiler alert!) the apparent death of his wife. The second half moves forward 16 years, and becomes a glorious comedy, un l we arrive at a happy conclusion. The Winter’s Tale has some of the most moving as well as most amusing scenes in all Shakespeare. Ross Muir returns to reprise his acclaimed performance as the jealous King. This produc on runs from 16th to the 21st July.

Tickets can be purchased in advance through Worthing Theatres box oﬃce on 01903 206206 or via their website www.wtm.uk or at the gate, which opens at 6pm (or 1pm Ma nees) for those lucky picnickers!

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.

Monday 1st July ‐ 19:30

Talk ‐ Sweet Peas (Angmering Baptist Church Hall, Station Road, Angmering)

All are welcome to the talk by the Angmering Horticulture Club. There will be refreshments. More info at www.angmeringhorticulture.co.uk

Tuesday 2nd July ‐ 19:30 to 21:00

Worthing Antique Club Talk ‐ Patterns of Palestine (Field Place, Worthing, BN13 1NP)

Dr Sara Choudhrey looks at Islamic patterns and their continuous tradition in Palestinian material culture. All are welcome. Non‐members £7.50 at the door, or join the club for £35pa. www.worthingantiqueclub.org.uk

Tuesday 9th July ‐ 19:00 to 20:30

Libellous Letters in Littlehampton – The Truth Behind Wicked Little Letters (Littlehampton Library, Maltravers Road)

Vicky Evans (Searchroom Archivist at the West Sussex Record Office) will be taking a look at the social structures and attitudes of the time and explore what happened to Rose Gooding and Edith Swan after the scandal broke. Tickets £8 available from Littlehampton Library.

Tuesday 9th to Sunday 14th July ‐ 19:30

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Tuesday 16th to Sunday 21st July ‐ 19:30

The Winter’s Tale (Highdown Gardens, Highdown Rise, Li lehampton Road)

The Rainbow Shakespeare Company celebrates 25 years of wowing audiences with exci ng, funny and understandable shows for all the family (6+). Gates for both shows open at 6pm for picnics. Bring chairs or rugs. There will be ma nees on the weekend performances at 2pm. Purchase ckets at the gate or call Worthing Theatre on 01903 206206.

Wednesday 10th July ‐ 14:30 to 16:15

Friendship Singers’ Summer Concert (Rustington Methodist Church, Claigmar Rd) Come along and enjoy an afternoon of popular songs from Abba to Gershwin. There will also be a sing‐a‐long. Admission is free, but

donations for local charity Safe in Sussex will be appreciated.

Saturday 13th July ‐ 10:00 to 14:00

Lavinia Norfolk Centre Summer Fete (The Angmering School, Station Road)

Traditional fair games, raffle prizes, live music, delicious food, refreshing drinks and more.

Saturday 13th July ‐ 11:00 to 17:00

ELLIEFEST (Clapham and Patching Village Hall, Long Furlong, BN13 3UT)

Get ready for a fun‐filled day of live music, delicious food and endless activities at this free, family‐friendly event. For more information, visit www.elliethorntonfoundation.org.uk

Sunday 14th July ‐ 14:00 to 16:00

Angmering Flower and Produce Show (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue)

Open to amateurs of all ages. Pick up a show schedule and entry form from Graham Butts and other village outlets. Or download it from www.angmeringflowershow.wordpress.com/ entry‐form

Tuesday 16th July ‐ 09:45

The Arts Society Arun Talk ‐ Castles, The Unquenchable Thirst of William Randolph Hearst (The Woodlands Centre, Rustington) When Hearst died, the New York Times stated he accounted for 25 per cent of the world’s art market activity in the 1920s and 30s. Mark Meredith reveals where the artworks are hidden and the many castles Hearst owned. Everyone welcome. Guests £7 at the door. See www.theartssocietyarun.org

Sat 20th to Sun 21st July ‐ 10:00 to 16:00

Littlehampton Harbour Waterfront Festival (Littlehampton Harbour)

This fantastic annual event showcases multiple activities, including dinghy sailing, workboats, powerboats, angling, jetskis, paddleboarding, RNLI lifeboats, flyboards, hovercraft and more! Several exciting visiting and resident vessels will also be open for tours on Town Quay.

Sat 20th July to Fri 6th September ‐ mes vary

Chalk it up! and S nk! (Li lehampton Museum, Church Street, BN17 5EW)

Take the kids to these two new, fun experiential ac vi es this summer ‐ one ar s c, the other rather smelly! Entry to the museum is free.

Sunday 21st July ‐ 14:30 to 16:30 Proms in the Park (Mewsbrook Park, Li lehampton)

Li lehampton Concert Band present an a er‐noon of popular music. Admission free.

Thursday 25th July ‐ 19:30 Film Show ‐ Living (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue)

Bill Nighy was nominated for an Academy Award, a Golden Globe and a BAFTA for his performance in this ﬁlm. Tickets £7.50 available from www.cinemobile.uk or from the centre oﬃce; cash or card accepted.

Fri 26th to Sat 27th July ‐ mes vary Flicks on the Pitch (Worthing Rugby Club, Roundstone Lane, Angmering)

Three ﬁlms will be showing. Wicked Li le Le ers (8pm Friday), Wish (3pm Saturday) and Grease (7.30pm Saturday). Tickets £1 must be registered in advance. Go to www.eventbrite.co.uk. Money raised will be donated to The Lavinia Norfolk Centre at The Angmering School.

Saturday 27th July ‐ 10:00 to 16:00 Classic Cars Show (Steyne Gardens, Worthing, BN11 1NZ)

Come along and see more than 100 vintage vehicles on display, with owners on hand to chat about their classics as part of the Worthing Lions Summer Fes val.

Saturday 27th July ‐ 22:00 Fireworks display (Worthing Pier)

Worthing Lions and sponsor Yeomans Cars bring the spectacular summer ﬁreworks to the Worthing seafront again. A funfair and market stalls will also keep revellers entertained .

Saturday 3rd August ‐ 11:30 to 12:30 Board Games for Families (Angmering Library, Arundel Road)

Drop in and meet up with other families to play board games for an hour every Saturday.

Sat 3rd and Sun 4th August ‐ 10:00 to 17:00

Lammas Fayre (Weald and Downland Living Museum, Town Lane, PO18 0EU)

Immerse yourself in medieval mes with the Black Knight Historical Group and celebrate the blessing of the First Fruits of Harvest with a tradi onal medieval fayre. Find out more at www.wealddown.co.uk/events/lammas

Tuesday 6th August ‐ 19:30 to 21:00

Worthing An que Club Talk ‐ Ar st Sisters (Field Place, Worthing, BN13 1NP)

Sarah Hardy from the De Morgan Museum talks about sisters Frances Macdonald McNair and Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh, wife of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. All are welcome. Non‐members £7.50 or join for £35pa. For the full list of speakers at the club in 2024, visit www.worthingan queclub.org

Wednesday 7th August ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Micro Scalextric NASCAR Oval Race Night (English Martyrs Church Hall, Goring Way, Goring) Racers of all ages are welcome. All equipment is provided. £3 adults, £2 under‐16s. For more informa on, visit www.whoracing.org.uk

Tuesday 13th August ‐ 10:00 to 13:00

Li lehampton Sandcastle Compe on (Stage by the Sea, Li lehampton Seafront)

Register at 10am, compe on commences at 11am Entry is free, and there are prizes up for grabs in three age categories; 5 and under, over 5s and 10+. Enter as a group or individually and use only natural materials found on the beach.

Saturday 17th August ‐ approx. 20:30

Wonka (Li lehampton Seafront)

Bring a blanket and pick your spot to watch the wondrous world of Wonka on the giant 40 inﬂatable screen for free! The ﬁlm will start once the sun has set. A variety of caterers will be on site from 19:00.

Wed 28th Aug to Mon 2nd Sept ‐ mes vary Zippos Circus (Worthing Rugby Club, Roundstone Lane, Angmering)

The all‐new 2024 produc on “Magniﬁcent!” sees brand new rou nes from ﬁrm favourites and introduces new guest stars in a thrilling show. Tickets available on‐site or book online at www.zippos.co.uk/ ckets

Angmering Walk Club

Summer Holiday Ac vi es

at Li lehampton Museum from 20th July to 6th September

Li lehampton Museum is oﬀering two exci ng new ac vi es for the summer holiday.

Chalk it up! Kid’s gallery take‐over

Angmering Walk Club is in its third year. The informal group meets every Thursday at 7pm by the rainbow bench next to the community centre and walks around the village for about 45 minutes. All ages are welcome, plus dogs. It’s a great community of people. You can come and go whenever suits you or a end every week in the spring and summer months.

Emily Moore started the club a er Covid to build community links, support individuals who may be lonely, support mental health and get weekly exercise. “I’m hoping it beneﬁts all like it does me!” she says.

You can ﬁnd the club on Facebook Angmering Walk Club and Instagram angmering_walkclub

People from Rus ngton and Li lehampton also come along, so it’s not just the Angmering area. If you wish to join in one week, please do.

A endee Caroline Rebbe says, “Emily has done something amazing for the community set up a walking club from nothing. A place where everyone from all walks of life and all ages can come together to meet and gently stroll around our beau ful village. What a wonderful thing she has started.”

Fancy yourself as an ar st? Kids of all ages are invited to ‘take over’ the museum’s Bu erworth Gallery and create their own artworks by chalking inside the picture frames hung top to bo om on the gallery walls.

S nk! A smelly trail around the Museum

S nk! is a brand‐new trail around the museum featuring nice and nasty smells from Li lehampton’s history. Do you dare to have a go?!

“We are looking forward to a summer of fun at Li lehampton Museum with these fun ac vi es for all members of the family,” said Councillor Freddie Tandy, Chair of Li lehampton Town Council’s Community Resources Commi ee.

As always, entry to the Museum is FREE.

Summer Food Changeover

Nathalie Sansonetti BA, MA, DNN, Dip AIT

Nutritional Therapist & Health Coach, New Leaf Nutrition

07980 620010 /

nathalie@newleafnutrition.co.uk

Have you no ced how your body naturally tends to crave comfort foods in the winter and lighter foods in the summer?

During summer, your body temperature will slightly increase with the external heat and longer hours of daylight.

As usual, always follow your ins ncts when it comes to nourishment, and seasonal changes are a great example of when this needs to happen. So here is what I would recommend as we get closer to the summer:

 Listen to your body and assess if it absolutely needs breakfast. This may be a good me to experiment with intermi ent fas ng (IF). Cau on! Women need to follow diﬀerent IF schedules than men, whether s ll menstrua ng or not. Menstrua ng? No fas ng the week before your period.

/ www.newleafnutrition.co.uk

All ladies: alternate IF days with ‘normal’ breakfast days, randomly through the month. Always listen to and don’t ignore your hunger levels.

 Swap cooked produce and food with more lightly cooked, steamed and raw fruit and vegetables. This is the me of year when your diges ve system should be strong enough to eat raw foods, as opposed to the middle of winter when it’s less capable of that.

 Rainbow ea ng! This season is ripe with colourful produce, so don’t hold back on ﬁlling at least half of your plate with colour. These are naturally rich in an oxidants and ﬁbre, so your immune system and guts will thrive.

Have an energised, light, beau ful summer!

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Why subscribe to a dental prac ce?

by Peter Saner Clinical Director

It will be no surprise that the last few years have been a complicated me for den stry. Den stry never makes it to the top of the agenda for government when there are so many things for them to priori se.

So it was only when they shut down den stry for the Covid lockdown that it suddenly hit the news that we all need access to a den st. Even if you are one of those who don’t want to go normally, you want to know we’re here for you when you break something or get pain.

With a new government of whatever persuasion I can guarantee that dental services will not be front and centre of day one on the job. That’s the reality. I worked for 25 years in the NHS and, in the end, decided that I had to invest my money into delivering the best possible dental care for pa ents. I couldn’t rely on someone else to make it happen and many pa ents are making the same choices, for regardless of the choppy poli cal weather. You can’t wait for any government to care enough about your dental health.

Added to that, if you are away and have a problem, it’s not a problem. There is worldwide assistance available to ﬁnd you a den st and cover the costs of emergency treatment.

So we set up the subscrip on membership to allow those who choose to make Ferring Dental Prac ce or Abbots Lodge Dental Prac ce their den st to have access to our services, come what may. Whether you need us once a year or once a month, we’re here for you.

We want to make sure we catch poten al problems early, maintain your oral health and keep you in the best possible shape. That’s all covered in the membership. When there’s treatment to be done, the costs are massively discounted as the subscrip on from our members covers much of the costs of keeping the place open for you when you need us.

In order to ensure we can give you the level of service you expect and we aspire to, we have a limited number of subscrip on membership spaces and although there are s ll spaces available they are ﬁlling up. So please don’t delay. Join us and secure your place. If you have never been to us before you are welcome to join us too. You just need to have a new pa ent consulta on, which will give you a clear idea of what’s going on in your mouth and you can then join up. The beneﬁts of subscribing start straight away.

If you are in the Ferring area, give us a call on 01903 246858 or make an appointment online at www.ferringdental.co.uk.

Or if you are near Rus ngton, give us a call on 01903 783154 or make an appointment online at www.abbotslodge.com

Talking News moves house

When Sussex Coast Talking News (SCTN) had to vacate its long‐established home at Rus ngton Hall so redevelopment could take place, it marked the end of an era. The charity had to ﬁnd alterna ve accommoda on and moved to new premises, BizSpace in Li lehampton, so its vital news service for visually impaired and blind people could con nue seamlessly.

But it le SCTN with another dilemma ‐ what to do with 60 or so prized pictures of famous people interviewed by SCTN throughout its 50‐year history, hanging on the walls of its dedicated recording studio in Rus ngton.

Volunteer Ann Ridley, who looks a er outreach for the organisa on, swung into ac on and “rescued” the framed portraits before a decision could be made about their future.

SCTN, which produced its ﬁrst broadcast almost half a century ago, provides fortnightly news broadcasts ‐ containing up to 30 stories plus a magazine ‐ for distribu on on CD and USB s cks directly to the homes of listeners who are unable to look at a conven onal newspaper.

Recipients from Shoreham to Bognor Regis receive the informa on by post, ensuring they are able to stay fully in touch with what’s been happening in their area.

It’s the magazine which has in the past featured many of the celebri es who have been interviewed for broadcast and photographed for pictures, which were then framed and adorned the walls of the Rus ngton Hall oﬃce.

Many of them are key cultural icons from the worlds of entertainment and poli cs during the dura on of the charity’s history.

Famous faces featured in bulle ns over the years have included Margaret Thatcher, Sir Patrick Moore, Omar Sharif (pictured right), Joe Loss, Mike Yarwood, Malcolm Muggeridge and Douglas Bader.

Since the charity, originally called Voice of Progress, was launched in 1975, more than 1,100 edi ons have been produced.

It has now been decided to digi se the collec on of pictures and produce an album with the double purpose of permanently documen ng SCTN’s story and be made available as part of the organisa on’s 50th anniversary celebra ons next year.

Director Rob Batho said: “As we approach the 50th anniversary of Sussex Coast Talking News, this album is a marvellous reminder of many of the extraordinary people who we have been fortunate enough to have interviewed during the course of producing our fortnightly broadcasts over the years.”

Other plans for the anniversary include a special garden party for the charity’s many volunteers and listeners.

SCTN will be opera ng at BizSpace un l a dedicated new studio and oﬃce are constructed as part of the redevelopment at Rus ngton Hall.

If you would like to ﬁnd out more ‐ or if you know of anyone who may beneﬁt from receiving Talking News ‐ email Margaret Eagle at sctalkingnews@gmail.com

Blooming Marvellous Dona on

by Ferring Nurseries to Blind Veterans UK Centre in Rus ngton

Local family‐owned Ferring Nurseries recently donated a collec on of plants and compost to Blind Veterans UK, the na onal charity for vision‐impaired ex‐Service men and women, for their Rus ngton Centre of Wellbeing.

The plants, which included strawberries, begonias, and fuchsias, were donated to blind veterans to plant outside their rehabilita on house at Rus ngton, along with a dona on of compost. Second‐genera on family member Joanne Crockford, who manages Ferring Nurseries said: “Every year, we give to local charitable causes. Plants and produce are something we can all enjoy and I am very pleased to oﬀer some plants to help those that come to Rus ngton to adjust to their sight loss. Their staﬀ do marvellous work.”

Alison Finneran, an Occupa onal Therapist at the Rus ngton Centre of Wellbeing, accepted the generous dona on on behalf of the charity. The garden at the rehabilita on house is used as part of the charity’s wellbeing ac vi es, as Alison explains: “Gardening can bring a lot of pleasure and relaxa on and that is no diﬀerent for those with sight loss. With a li le adjustment, anyone with sight loss can s ll enjoy a spot of gardening.”

Alison helps blind veterans adjust to daily living with sight loss. The rehabilita on house plays a key part in this, helping blind veterans re‐learn how to do everyday tasks, such as meal prepara on and household chores. Worthing resident and blind veteran Pete, 93, (pictured le ), is staying at Rus ngton for some rehabilita on. He shared his views and his own gardening ps as they planted some begonias. “These are really nice plants. You can tell they are from a nursery, and I know Ferring Nurseries well. It’s really important to feed plants like this to bring them on.”

Blind Veterans UK moved from their previous south coast centre at Ovingdean, Brighton, last year with a small number of permanent residents. Although the centre is beginning to welcome visi ng guests for holidays and rehabilita on, this will be phased over the coming weeks and months as there is s ll some ongoing building and landscaping work to complete.

If you are part of a group that would like to support the Rus ngton Centre of Wellbeing and the broader work of Blind Veterans UK, please email fundraising@blindveterans.org.uk or see the website for fundraising ideas, informa on about volunteering and more. Go to www.blindveterans.org.uk/support

Blind Veterans UK supports thousands of blind veterans across the country. However, it knows there are many thousands more who s ll need its support to rebuild their lives a er sight loss. If you, or someone you know, served in the Armed Forces, including Na onal Service, and are now struggling with sight loss, then please get in touch. Call 0800 389 7979 or visit: www.blindveterans.org.uk/gethelp

Proposed Government Changes to PIP

(Personal Independence Payments): 4Sight Vision Support Needs Your Input

4Sight Vision Support (4SVS) is suppor ng a campaign by the Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) to raise awareness of Government proposals for changes to PIPs for disabled people, which it believes will dispropor onately aﬀect those living with sight loss.

TPT works to improve opportuni es for blind and par ally sighted people, and it wants to make as many people as possible aware of the changes and encourage par cipa on in the Government’s consulta on process.

PIP is a beneﬁt that helps pay for the extra costs of living with a long‐term health condi on or disability. The PIP assessment process is not to determine a person’s capability to work; it is to understand the extra costs the person experiences due to their disability.

Some of 4SVS and TPT’s key concerns include the proposed changes to the criteria and ques ons that determine eligibility for PIP, requiring a formal diagnosis by a medical expert and focusing on what condi on they have rather than its impact on their life, and

ending the PIP assessment altogether for people with certain long‐term condi ons.

Kirs e Thomas, CEO at 4Sight Vision Support commented, “We are well aware of the many and varied challenges faced by those our charity supports and are extremely concerned that the proposed changes would greatly increase the diﬃcul es and addi onal costs our clients face in their daily lives. We encourage everyone to contribute to the debate.”

The consulta on period closes on 22nd July. Details of the proposed changes can be found at www.pocklington.org.uk/news‐and‐events, where there is a link to the full PIP page.

Further informa on is also available from 4Sight Vision Support, email enquiries@4sight.org.uk or call 01243 828555.

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Preserved Tomatoes

The perfect way to use up a glut of seasonal tomatoes. They will lend a touch of the Mediterranean to pasta dishes or a summer sandwich.

Prepara on me: 10 minutes

Cooking me: 2‐3 hours

Makes: 1 medium‐sized jar

Ingredients

300g cherry or small tomatoes

Olive oil to brush and store

Sterilised jar

Method

Preheat the oven to 120°C (fan) / gas mark 1. Cut the tomatoes in half and arrange them cut‐side up on an oiled baking tray. Lightly brush the tomatoes with olive oil and season with salt. Bake for 2‐3 hours or un l they are reduced in size and appear dark and wrinkled. For storage, transfer the tomatoes into a sterilised jar and ﬁll with olive oil un l the tomatoes are fully submerged. They can be kept refrigerated for up to two weeks. For longer preserva on, place the sealed jars in a large pot of water and heat un l they simmer, then let them simmer gently for 45 minutes. Allow the jars to cool in the water. Stored this way, the tomatoes will keep for up to six months in a cool, dark place. A er opening, consume the tomatoes within two weeks and store them in the refrigerator.

You can have fun with ﬂavourings, adding herbs like fresh rosemary or thyme, peeled garlic cloves or chilli ﬂakes.

Fancy Foliage

by Rachael Leverton

We all love ﬂowers. They’re what gardening is all about and the fact that they’re rela vely short‐lived makes them extra‐special.

But my garden can’t survive on ﬂowers alone. It needs to look a rac ve all year round, which is where friendly foliage plants come into their own.

Many non‐evergreen plants have beau ful showy foliage between April and November, and we’d be mad not to take full advantage of it. Rodgersia pinnata is an excellent example of this. It has huge, a rac ve bronze, leathery leaves, which are almost sculptural in appearance. As a bonus, it sends up feathery cream ﬂowers in the summer.

Hostas have truly beau ful leaves, but I’ve tried and failed with them on many occasions because my garden is home to a race of hosta‐chomping super slugs. Mostly, though, I now plant them in pots armed with copper rings. Slugs hate copper and my hostas can now grow (mostly) unmolested.

Hostas do like moist soil, so if yours is on the dry side, work in plenty of compost or manure at plan ng me and mulch well, preferably with something sharp to act as a deterrent to the slimy brigade.

I have had much more success with ferns. They are the most useful plant for shade. My favourite is the ostrich‐plume fern, Ma euccia struthiopteris. Plant them under trees and shrubs and watch the stunning lime‐green foliage unfold each spring. Many people overlook grasses when they think about foliage, but there are some seriously a rac ve varie es out there. Try Miscanthus sinensis “Zebrinus.” The leaves look like green ribbons, striped with yellow and reach chest height. Cut it down to ground level each February.

Finally, if you have the space for a real in‐your‐face fancy foliage, try the golden‐leaved Catalpa bignonioides “Aurea”. Grow it as a large bush. Prune each stem back to a sprou ng bud around knee height each spring and mulch with manure at the same me. It will reward you with leaves as big as frisbees! Now that’s really fancy foliage. Happy gardening.

Open Gardens in July

Na onal Garden Scheme

In July, your garden will be in full bloom and the fruits of your labour will be ripening beau fully for the autumn harvest. It’s a great me to collect seeds for next year and ensure everything is well mulched, weeded and watered.

You will no doubt be kept busy by all the gardening jobs, but remember to take a step back and enjoy your hard work. A cool glass of your favourite pple in the shade is a great place from which to admire your patch. You could also spend a morning or a ernoon visi ng someone else’s garden and enjoying a home‐made tea, happy in the knowledge that the small entrance fee (between £5 and £8) will help raise funds for some of the best‐loved nursing and health chari es in the UK. Thanks to the generosity of garden owners, volunteers and visitors we have donated more than £70 million to our beneficiary chari es, and in 2023 we made dona ons of over £3.4 million. Founded in 1927 to support district nurses, we are now the most significant charitable funder of nursing in the UK and our beneficiaries include Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, Hospice UK and The Queen’s Nursing Ins tute.

The Na onal Garden Scheme doesn’t just open beau ful gardens for charity – we are passionate about the physical and mental health benefits of gardens, too. We fund projects which promote gardens and gardening as therapy, and in 2017, we launched our annual Gardens and Health Week to raise awareness of the topic. Our funding also supports the training of gardeners and offers respite to hor cultural workers who have fallen on difficult mes.

With summer in full swing, there are a wide range of gardens open in West Sussex throughout July. Four local ones are featured here. For more, visit www.ngs.org.uk

Springbourne, Clapham Village Friday 19th, Saturday 20th July (10am‐4pm)

A historic 300‐year‐old south‐facing ﬂint walled garden, designed and planted by a professional garden designer and ar st together with his actress wife Emily. A developing garden divided into diﬀerent areas, including a large pond with

water lilies imported from France, Latour‐Marliac. Gently sloping lawns, a small orchard and curved borders with mixed herbaceous and rose plan ng. Adults £5, children free. Homemade teas (cash only).

Findon Place, Worthing Sunday 21st July (2‐6pm)

This Grade II listed Georgian country house nestled at the foot of the South Downs is the most glorious se ng for a tapestry of perennial borders set oﬀ by Sussex ﬂint walls. The many charms include a yew allee, cloud pruned trees, espaliered fruit trees, a produc ve ornamental kitchen garden, rose arbours and arches, and a cu ng garden. Adults £7, children free. Homemade teas.

Cumberland House and Thakeham Place Farm, Thakeham, Pulborough

Thursday 25th, Sunday 28th (2‐5pm)

Cumberland House: a Georgian village house next to the 12th‐century church with a beau ful, mature three‐quarter‐acre English country garden comprising a walled garden laid out as a series of rooms with well‐stocked ﬂower beds, rare ginkgo trees and yew topiary, leading to an informal garden with vegetable, herb and fruit areas, pleached limes and a lawn shaded by a copper beech tree.

Thakeham Place Farm: set in the middle of a working dairy farm, this garden takes advantage of its sunny posi on on free draining greensand, the borders are full of sun‐loving plants and grasses with a more formal area surrounding the farmhouse. Homemade teas. Adults £10 for both gardens, children free.

The Angmering Flower and Produce Show 2024

A very good way to spend an hour or two on a Sunday a ernoon in July is to visit the Angmering Flower and Produce Show, which will be held at the Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue on Sunday July 14th this year.

Come and view the exhibits, see if you agree with the judges’ selec ons, browse the variety of stalls, try for a win on the tombola and raﬄe, purchase homemade cakes to take home or eat there with a cup of tea.

Be er s ll, enter one of the 80 classes, which include ﬂoral art, homemade cookery, cra , photography, pain ng and drawing, along with the usual ﬂower, fruit and vegetable ones. There is a sec on just for children, and this year, we have the Angmering in Bloom Special Award class for a planted‐up welly boot or an old boot. Why not have a go at entering something this year – just for the fun of it?

There is also the Fun Sec on where we are looking for the longest s ck of rhubarb or courge e, the heaviest potato (N.B. homegrown, not bought), the best bucket of compost, or enter your planned entry that turned out to be a disaster!

Show schedules with full rules and guidance, the list of classes and entry forms are available from outlets in the village or visit our website www.angmeringﬂowershow.wordpress.com

Entries need to be brought to the Community Centre between 9am and 10.30am on the day. All are welcome to view the exhibits for free from 2pm to 4pm when judging will have been completed and the cer ﬁcates displayed. The trophies are presented and raﬄe drawn at around 3.30pm.

Any surplus proﬁt is distributed to local organisa ons.

The show is run by The Angmering Flower Show Support Group and we need more help if this show is to con nue, so if you feel that you would like to be involved in any capacity, please contact Jenny on 01903 785852 or jenniferblake457@gmail.com

Volunteering with the Samaritans

Imagine reaching the age of 40 and, in a ma er of days, going blind. You have a job, a family and suddenly no sight. That is just what happened to Mark White of Somp ng. And in his words, the rug was yanked out from under his feet and he fell – heavily.

“I spent the next four years drinking too much, ha ng everything, everyone and the world in general. I had no idea what to do next and felt completely useless,” he said.

Mark, now 57, gradually realised this was not the way but he couldn’t imagine a future.

Then someone suggested he go along to the Samaritans informa on evening to ﬁnd out about volunteering: whether he could, whether he was suitable and if it was possible.

“Right from the start, I felt welcome; my blindness was simply accepted and for the ﬁrst me, outside of the family home, I felt wanted and valued.”

So Mark signed up for the training and took to it eﬀortlessly. “Anything I needed to help me, from special keyboards, Chrome Box (a voice

speaks in your ear anything you can’t see) was provided and I found a place where I felt useful.”

Mark credits the Samaritans with saving his life. He found talking to callers, some of whom were even more desperate than he had felt, gave him purpose and perspec ve. “When callers can talk in total conﬁdence without fear of judgement or being told what to do, it can be so valuable.”

Becoming a listening volunteer changed Mark’s life for the be er and he believes it can enhance anyone’s life. “Com and join us as a volunteer – you won’t regret it,” he said.

For more informa on on volunteering, visit www.samaritans.org

If you need to talk, call free on 116 123.

We need you! Community Hub and Arts Café in Li lehampton

Crea ve Heart is a Community Hub and Arts Café in Beach Road, Li lehampton. It opened its doors in July 2021 following a few years of hard restora on of a derelict building and the ‘stop’ of Covid. The building was in complete disrepair, but this didn’t deter the vision of the co‐founders who, with the unstoppable faith and commitment of an incredible army of volunteers and tradespeople, brought this amazing, fully accessible space back to life!

The ‘lifeblood’ of Crea ve Heart con nues to run on its volunteers, crea ng a space where all are welcomed and included. From providing an opportunity to pop in for a cuppa, cake and chat or being part of the 16‐plus groups that meet to take part in a variety of ac vi es like art, singing, music, cra , sewing, play me or maybe just being quiet in a corner with a book! You can even hire a room for an event.

To con nue to provide this much‐needed space, we need more volunteers. Can you help? It’s an fantas c place to be. Helping others is a win‐win situa on, and as we grow, so will you! Opportuni es are endless.

LA Sharks

It would be wonderful if you could give any of your me, whether just an hour or two a week. Please visit our website, www.crea veheart.org.uk and press that all‐important VOLUNTEER bu on! You’ll gain not just the joy of giving, but also the friendship and community of something good.

We are open Tue‐Fri 9:30am‐4pm, and Sat 9:30am‐1pm. A warm welcome awaits you!

Li lehampton (LA) Sharks basketball is s ll growing. We have found sponsorship through The Beach Cafe in Li lehampton, which has enabled us to get kits for any friendly games we play. We have also seen the children and family session on a Wednesday grow and we are proud of this.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, the sports hall of the Li lehampton Wave Leisure Centre becomes the mee ng place for a vibrant kids and family basketball group. This wonderful ini a ve, run by dedicated volunteers Hannah, Will, Hannah and Ben, is a haven for children of all ages and abili es who are eager to enjoy and experience the game of basketball in a friendly and inclusive environment.

The session kicks oﬀ with a unique opportunity for children and their parents to play together, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie. It’s a heartwarming sight to see the children and their parents shoot hoops and pass the ball in an open, welcoming se ng, making memories and building connec ons.

As the session progresses, the children start with a warm‐up to get their muscles ready,

followed by a series of basketball exercises focusing on passing, shoo ng, dribbling, and ball handling for any skill level. The children then play short games where they are split into teams. This is the chance to put their newfound skills to the test. It’s more than just basketball for those who a end; it’s about community, growth, exercise and fun. If you’re looking for a joyful, inclusive, and energe c ac vity for your child/family then come and be part of the LA Sharks! (Btw ‐ we do adult sessions also). See our Facebook page: LA Sharks basketball.

Prospering pollinators:

How to curate a wildlife haven

Haskins Garden Centres’ in‐house plant expert, Alasdair Urquhart, shares his ps for crea ng the perfect space for pollinators. Pollinators are the unsung heroes of the garden, responsible for providing humans with one of every three food mouthfuls, producing natural resources, and sustaining ecosystems.

“Bees are a crucial ally for gardeners helping to maintain vital food systems and pollina ng crops, fruit, and vegetables,” says Alasdair Urquhart, Haskins Garden Centres’ in‐house plant expert. “You can take simple and cost‐eﬀec ve steps to support pollinators while also crea ng abundant plots.”

Here, Alasdair suggests four simple ways to encourage pollinators and add a splash of colour to your garden.

Idea #1: Add some colour and welcome pollinators to your garden.

Colourful flowers are brilliant for a rac ng pollinators and brightening up gardens. Bees’ vision is more sensi ve to the ultra‐violet spectrum, so flowers with a yellow, purple, violet, or blue hue are great op ons. Distribute flowers of these colours in the garden to a ract bumblebees and create a vibrant outdoor space.

Plants with compound and composite flowers are pollinator‐friendly, such as those that are daisy‐shaped or thistle‐like. These are composed of lots of smaller flowers called florets that create an overall head and contain more nectar per plant than the average blossom.

Idea #2: A diﬀerent ﬂavour for pollinators

Herbs are beneﬁcial for pollinators and double up as the ideal accompaniment for a summer meal. Sage, Mint, and Thyme are great forage plants for bees, and all add delicious ﬂavour to dinners. Aroma c plants are excellent for bees, providing them with protein‐dense pollen and energy‐rich nectar to feed the young and sustain their colonies. You can also use herbs as natural pest deterrents. Organic pes cides allow gardeners to stop depending on chemical pest control methods, minimising the risk of damaging delicate ecosystems.

Idea #3: Plant out seed mixes to support pollina on

Encourage pollina ng insects by plan ng a nectar bar with wildﬂower seed mixes and Borage. These create long‐las ng wildlife habitats that support biodiversity in the garden.

When using seed mixes, remove any weeds or large stones before digging over the soil and levelling out the plot. Mix the seeds in their packet before sprinkling them in a criss‐cross pa ern to achieve an even coverage. Once ﬁrmed down, gently water seeds to kick‐start healthy growth.

As the ﬂowers bloom, they will oﬀer an a rac ve area for bees and allow pollinators to thrive in your garden.

Idea #4: Create nes ng habitats for solitary bees

Solitary bees do not live in colonies; instead, they build individual nests and work alone. Urbanisa on, intensive agriculture, and pes cides are sadly threatening solitary bees’ natural habitats. As they are one of the most proliﬁc pollina ng insects and generally more docile than bumblebees, you should consider crea ng nes ng habitats for them nearby.

Create a bug hotel for solitary bees by drilling small holes in logs and wood blocks or tying together pieces of bamboo cane. Place the bug hotel on the side of a fence or shed in a southerly area, as solitary pollinators beneﬁt from the extra warmth during colder months.” More ideas for suppor ng pollinators Gardeners who want to support bees can head to their nearest Haskins Garden Centre for expert advice. More top ps are available at www.haskins.co.uk/bee‐friendly‐plants

Providing expert care for over 90 years

Guild Care offers a full range of expert care tailored to varying needs across our three care homes. This includes residential care, 24/7 nursing as standard and expert dementia support. For couples or individuals, our fully inclusive services adapt to deliver the right level of care wherever our residents are on their journey, providing a forever home for all as needs change.

Caer Gwent is an elegant care home set in a quiet residential area of Worthing.

The home combines superb residential living with 24-hour expert nursing care, supporting individuals with complex health conditions.

Haviland House offers dedicated residential and nursing care in a purpose-built environment for people living with dementia.

Located in Goring-by-Sea, the care home’s design consists of five households each suited to a particular stage of dementia.

Linfield House combines superb residential living with 24-hour expert nursing care and dedicated dementia suites.

The home is situated adjacent to the lovely Victoria Park not far from the centre of Worthing, offering easy access to shops, the library and seafront.

Contact our friendly customer relationship team to find out more

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The History Of Angmering Railway Sta on

By Neil Rogers‐Davis

Angmering Sta on opened on 16th March 1846 when the London, Brighton an South Coast Railway line was extended from Worthing to Ford Junc on. Un l then, travel to London could only be accomplished by the turnpike road via Long Furlong to Findon and then to the north. The railway was to have a signiﬁcant eﬀect on Angmering for the next 100 years.

Angmering’s fer le soil had always been ideal for the development of crops for the domes c market and with the opening of a nearby railway sta on, a market gardening industry emerged, with the principal crops being tomatoes and ﬂowers. In 1854, a goods yard at the sta on was established on a large piece of land to the north of the line. Produce was sent daily to London where some was transferred to trains serving the Midlands area.

The original sta on on the north side (see photo) was replaced in the 1860s by the one which s ll stands today. The signal box on the south side of the sta on adjacent to the level crossing was constructed in 1877. It remained un l the early 1990s when the need for it ended with the establishment of a centralised and computerised signalling system. The wooden wai ng room on the south pla orm was also demolished c1990. The footbridge between the north and south pla orms was erected in the 1930s.

In 1853, there were ﬁve trains to Brighton or London on weekdays and three on Sundays. Un l 1879, when the Hove to Preston Park loop was opened, all passengers needed to go into Brighton sta on and change trains if they wished to go on to London. The journey me from Angmering to London (via Brighton) was a li le over 2½ hours, a frac on of what it had been when coach travel was all that had previously existed. In 1853 the First Class fare to London was 13s. 6d, Second Class ‐ 10s. 3d, and Third Class ‐ 6s. 9d. As passenger traﬃc increased, the fares were later reduced, a Third

Class fare to London cos ng about 5s. 0d., and 7½d. to Worthing.

By the early 20th Century, commuter traﬃc between the South Coast and London was developing. The annual season cket fares between Angmering and London in 1916 were First Class £43 15s; Third Class, £28 10s.

In its earlier days, Angmering sta on was not just a railway sta on; the sta on master also served as the local postmaster. From here, mail for Angmering, East Preston, Kingston and Rus ngton was sorted and distributed. The ﬁrst accident on the Angmering stretch of the railway appears to have occurred when the guard on a train hit his head on a bridge while checking luggage on the roof of the train, which was carried in a similar way to stagecoaches. More than a hundred years elapsed before the next serious accident in the Angmering area. This was on 22nd September 1965 when the 8.47am Brighton to Portsmouth train hit a Southdown double decker bus at 9.31am in thick fog at the Roundstone crossing. The bus and the front end of the train were burnt out and three women on the bus were killed and another eight were injured.

Crematorium switches to hydrogen energy for world‐leading

trial

Worthing Crematorium has become the ﬁrst in the world to trial a switch to cleaner, greener hydrogen energy. The pioneering Worthing HyCrem project involves one of the three cremators at the site being powered exclusively by green hydrogen ‐ a world ﬁrst ‐ for a four‐week period.

Crema on is an energy‐intensive process, with virtually all crematoria currently reliant on natural gas. Worthing Borough Council’s ambi on is to be carbon neutral by 2030 but the crematorium has the largest carbon footprint of the council’s sites.

The new process uses green hydrogen, which is produced using electricity from renewable sources. Unlike natural gas, hydrogen doesn’t give oﬀ carbon emissions when burnt. Green hydrogen is also produced without any carbon emissions.

Worthing Borough Council declared a climate emergency in 2019 and is commi ed to improving the environment to meet its target of becoming a carbon‐neutral local authority by 2030 and a net zero borough by 2045.

The HyCrem trial is the latest in a line of projects introduced to help the council achieve these targets, including the Worthing Heat Network, Trees for Streets, the Sussex Bay ini a ve, the roll‐out of public electric charging points and ac ve travel ini a ves like the Donkey Bike scheme.

Total project funding of £1,168,500 was awarded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero through its £55m Industrial Fuel Switching Compe on, which forms part of the £1bn Net Zero Innova on Por olio (NZIP). NZIP provides backing for innova ve low‐carbon technologies and infrastructure.

The HyCrem project has been in development for over a year and is a joint eﬀort, with FT Pipeline Systems ac ng as lead partner to Worthing Borough Council. DFW Europe, Net Zero Associates, Ricardo‐AEA, PJ Combus on Solu ons, Abbo Risk Consul ng, Safety Monitors and GeoPura are also all involved with the project.

The University of Brighton will be monitoring the air quality throughout the four‐week trial and will iden fy any changes in emissions. A business case will be developed to permanently reduce emissions at the crematorium using the most appropriate technology once the ﬁndings of the project have been evaluated.

Cllr Sophie Cox, Worthing’s cabinet member for young people, communi es and climate crisis, said: “We declared a climate emergency in 2019, and as a council, we are determined to focus our eﬀorts on ﬁnding ways to reduce our emissions and become a carbon‐neutral council by 2030.

“We’re thrilled to be part of this world‐leading project, which will help us and other local authori es deepen our understanding on how to use technology to reduce carbon emissions at energy‐intensive buildings like crematoria.”

Abigail Dombey, the HyCrem project manager at Net Zero Associates, said: “The transi on to net zero will involve all areas of the economy, including crema ons. It’s incredibly exci ng to be part of this project which will iden fy how we can do so ‐ and is even a world ﬁrst.”

For more informa on on how the council is planning to achieve its net zero goals, visit www.adur‐worthing.gov.uk/sustainability/ carbon‐emissions/.

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Chapel Service

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Worthing: £3083

Arun: £3139

Burial Service

Adur District: £7332 | Arun District: £5331 Prepaid Funeral

Feeling the Heat?

Keep Your Cool ‐ Give Your Lo a First‐Class Upgrade!

As temperatures rise, insula on is probably the last thing on your mind. However, A la Minor, owner of Access4Lo s – Worthing, explains how important it is to ensure your home is well‐insulated, whatever the weather. “Not only is it necessary from both an energy‐saving and environmental perspec ve; insula on isn’t solely designed to retain heat, it limits the amount of heat that can travel through the roof – helping to keep your home cooler in summer as well.”

“The cost of living is a major concern for everyone. Energy bills can be reduced all year round if your home is properly insulated,” says A la. “With your home remaining cooler in summer, it makes it less likely you’ll need to use high energy consuming appliances, such as air condi oners too.”

According to the State of the UK Climate 2022 report, the country’s temperature extremes are changing much faster than the global averages. The report states that 2022 was the warmest year on record and saw a new all‐ me temperature record during the July heatwave, both of which were made more likely by human ‐induced climate change. It also warns that this could be a sign of things to come.

If you’ve not taken steps towards insula ng your house, not only does that mean you’re ge ng bigger bills than you should be, you’re poten ally contribu ng much more than you need to towards greenhouse gas emissions and increasing your carbon footprint.

While Access4Lo s specialises in supplying and installing lo ladders, hatches and boarding, it also oﬀers lo insula on. Access4Lo s is fully commi ed to providing you with lo insula on that is not only prac cal and aﬀordable but also meets the very highest environmental

standards. All insula on installa ons comply with the recommended standards of the Na onal Insula on Associa on. There’s no need to worry about how this might aﬀect your lo access, either. You can s ll access your lo for storage once it has been insulated, because Access4Lo s’ expert techniques ensure any storage solu on is ﬁ ed above your lo insula on.

Insula on installa on could represent a signiﬁcant saving on your energy bills and a big step in the right direc on when it comes to your household’s impact on climate change. It could also be cheaper than you think! Not only that, but it’s an investment, too. You’ll more than make your money back in what you save on your bills. It is also worth checking with your energy supplier to see if they have any grants available to you.

To ﬁnd out how Access4Lo s can give your lo that First‐Class Upgrade, call A la now on 01903 380190 to book a free survey and quota on. Alterna vely, visit www.access4lo s.co.uk/Worthing or go to Facebook @Access4Lo sWorthing

Campaign to Protect Farmland

West of Bewley Road

We have formed a community group opposed to the development proposed by Gleeson Land of over 200 houses on highly produc ve farmland west of Bewley Road. There were around 300 objec ons to the ‘Environmental Screening Opinion’ Gleeson submi ed to Arun District Council in March. Residents are saying loud and clear: “Enough is enough!”

According to Natural England’s Agricultural Land Classiﬁca on map, this land appears to be Grade 1, the highest quality. The Na onal Planning Policy Framework warns against development on ‘the best and most versa le agricultural land’. This year’s crop is wheat, 2023 was maize and previous years have included rapeseed. The war in Ukraine has highlighted the importance of ‘food security’, so we need to protect our farmland for the na on.

Furthermore, the single access point would be via Bewley Road, which serves 232 exis ng homes. Together with ‘Harvest Rise’ (160 houses), which is currently under construc on, there will be a substan al increase in traﬃc on Arundel Road.

Addi onally, there are another 946 residences currently under construc on within 1.5 miles of Bewley Road, and a further 259 recently completed but not yet fully occupied.

More large‐scale development will increase pressure on already stretched local services, par cularly doctors. It has become extremely diﬃcult to get an appointment or even speak to a recep onist at Angmering Medical Centre.

Residents believe Angmering has had to endure more than our fair share of housing

developments in recent years, because the lack of an up‐to‐date Local Plan has allowed developers free rein.

Around 150 people a ended Gleeson’s public exhibi on at the Community Centre in May, and we are calling on all concerned residents to act. Contact your MP, send your objec ons to Arun District Council (once the applica on has been submi ed) and visit our website www.savelandwesto ewleyroad.co.uk, where we will be launching a pe on.

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.

Carly joined the team in 2017 bringing with her almost 20 years’ experience within the funeral industry. She thrives on attention to detail and doing her very best for her families. She has 3 demanding children who keep her busy with motorbikes and horses when she isn’t at work. She has a passion for funky irregular choice shoes, be sure to check out her feet if you are in the office.

Carly Cripps

Roger Day

Chairman, Treasurer, 1st Angmering Scout Group

Roger has been chairman and treasurer for many years and during this me he has been involved in various projects that have improved the condi on of the headquarters on Fletcher’s Field. Grants towards some of these have been provided by Angmering Parish Council, Jack Clavey Trust, Angmering Flower Show and Angmering Heritage Trust. The group con nues to grow and we currently have a wai ng list for Beavers wan ng to join. The cubs and scouts are planning their summer camp and this year the group will be taking part in a lot of the events being held in Angmering. “We prepare young people with skills for life.”

How long have you lived in/around Angmering? I spent two years of my married life in Angmering before moving to Rus ngton very many years ago. However, I have been connected with the 1st Angmering Scout Group for nearly all the 50 years I have been in Rus ngton.

What is your idea of perfect happiness? Being with all my grandchildren and their ac vi es and watching them grow into adults

What is your favourite piece of music? ‘I want to break free’ by Queen.

What is your greatest fear? There are so many countries where ﬁgh ng is taking place and show no signs of stopping. I wonder whether it will lead to a World War III.

What is your earliest memory? When I was approximately four years old, I was si ng on the back doorstep of my home and my father came through the back gate having returned from the war. He was in RAF uniform and carrying a kit bag.

What has been your most embarrassing moment? Shortly a er being married, I was driving my mother‐in‐law home and the steering rod broke on our 1938 Aus n 7 Ruby car. Thankfully, she did see the funny side.

What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought? The second‐hand caravan that our son named Toot‐toot.

What was your ﬁrst car and what were your favourite things about it? A 1938 Aus n Ruby 7. The windscreen opened outwards and it had a star ng handle that had a dis nct con nuous ra le when the car was moving. The actual light from the headlights was worse than a candle. Which living person do you admire most? Dr Ahmed, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. He performed major heart surgery on me in 2022 without which I would not be here to tell the tale.

Which person in history would you most like to meet? Sir Douglas Robert Steuart Bader CBE, DSO & Bar, DFC & Bar, DL, FRAcS. When I was about 12 years old, I read a book called Reach for the Sky which chronicled his life and RAF career. To this day I consider him to have been a very courageous and a truly remarkable man.

If you were alone on an island , which record would you take and why? Any Brass Band music by the Salva on Army as they helped my parents with a family tragedy in my early life.

What is the best advice you have ever been given? My grandfather taught me some basic carpentry and one p was to measure twice and cut once. I always think of this when working with wood.

How would you spend a million pounds? I would give a third of the sum to each of my son’s and their family in order for them to make their lives a li le easier. The remainder would be used for a cruise with the families and treats for my wife and I in later life.

If you could go back in me, where would you go? I would like to see how people lived in this area years ago. Looking back through the records of our house it would appear that at one me it was occupied by 12 people!

Plant Sale and Coﬀee morning

Angmering In Bloom Team

Our annual Plant Sale and Coffee morning was held on Saturday 11th May in the Village Hall. Our new banners, adver sing our Plant Sale and Coffee morning, were put up outside the Hall during the prior week so we were hopeful of a good turnout. The day dawned sunny and bright and our first customers were outside at the door before the scheduled 10am start.

The ever‐popular plant stall was spread along two sides of the Main Hall and was overﬂowing with plants. Most of the plants were grown by AIB members, with a generous number of trays and pots of bedding plants donated by Ferring Nurseries, along with some herbs donated by Culberry Nurseries.

It was lovely to see some of our regulars from previous plant sales who came along for some addi onal plants and advice, as well as many new customers, some new to the Village. Refreshments of coﬀee and a wonderful selec on of cakes were available, with the added opportunity to takeaway a piece of cake.

A raﬄe was held, with the three prizes being two lovely seasonal planters donated by Haskins Roundstone Garden Centre and Ferring Nurseries, as well

as a seasonal veg box from Angmering Greens. A Guess the Plant compe on was held for the ﬁrst me and proved very popular. Pictured right are raﬄe prize winners Molly and Nicola.

We would like to thank everyone who contributed to our best fundraising event ever and also all those who came along and made it such a great success, raising over £1,350 towards future AIB projects.

A train, a desert island and pirate ships soon to arrive at William

Older Playgroup

It has been another busy and exci ng year at William Older Playgroup, situated next door to St Margaret’s Primary School in Angmering. This April saw an extra‐large intake of two year olds, with working families using the government’s new 15 hours funding oﬀer.

There have been a lot of events planned for our children, including a recent favourite, Dinosaur Day. On this day, many of our children dressed up or wore dinosaur‐themed clothes, and the morning was spent exploring ac vi es such as frozen dino eggs, lava rocks, mask making and themed ta oos.

The main event happened a er lunch when we went on a dinosaur hunt, which culminated with us ﬁnding one hiding in our Nature Area –this was so exci ng! The a ernoon was rounded oﬀ with our older children helping a dinosaur volcano that they had made from Papier‐mâché erupt using baking soda, white vinegar and food colouring. There are more exci ng mes ahead over the next few months, when we will be developing adjoining land, with the support of William Older’s School Charity. Our already beau ful outdoor spaces will soon be enhanced with a

train area complete with sta on and pla orm, a desert island and seascape area, including a pirate sandpit, ships and a climbing sandcastle, as well as a building site and construc on area – very topical for our loca on!

We are now taking enquiries for September 2024 admissions onwards and we run a drop‐in Baby and Toddler Stay and Play group on Thursday mornings between 9 and 10.30am, for just £2 per family. For informa on about William Older Playgroup, please visit www.williamolderplaygroup.org.uk, email williamolderplaygroup@gmail.com or phone 01903 771025.

William Older Playgroup and our associated Baby and Toddler group operate on a term‐ me‐only basis.

D‐Day 80 Yarnbombing

Angmering Yarnbombers like nothing more than adorning the village centre with colourful displays of yarn! It all started around four years ago with a Christmas display. Since then, the village has been treated to a regular topper on the post box, the latest being a tribute to the 80th Anniversary of the D‐Day landings, along with soldiers in the Co‐op window.

The post box toppers usually have a current theme, some have been described as ‘Ar vist’ in nature. Keep an eye out for the next one!

Over the last few years, the Yarnbombers have been out in force with seasonal displays along with trails at Easter and Christmas. We have been treated to the 12 days of Christmas, An Easter Egg‐stravaganzer, A Winter Wonderland, Pla num Jubilee and the King’s Corona on, to name a few.

If you see anything from the displays you would like, please do make contact; most items can be bought for a dona on. Likewise, dona ons of yarn are welcome and can be dropped in to the Parish Council oﬃce.

Fancy becoming a Yarnbomber? The only qualiﬁca on is a love of yarn. Beginner to expert level, even if you want to make pompoms or help construct the displays. Everyone is always welcome. Contact the Angmering Yarnbomber’s Facebook page or email angmeringyarnbombers@gmail.com if you would like to be part of this friendly group spreading smiles and cheer with yarn! Wonder what they will be up to next!

Project Time Machine Blasts Oﬀ!

Li lehampton Museum is delighted to reveal that it has been awarded an Arts Council Na onal Lo ery Unlocking Collec ons grant to fund a brand‐new community project, pu ng YOU at the heart of the museum service.

This exci ng new phase in the museum’s life, to be known as Project Time Machine, will consist of two parts, the ﬁrst of which was launched in May.

Mission One ‐ Community Consulta on

The project will blast oﬀ by asking you what you want from your museum. We want to hear the views of as many people as possible, both visitors and non‐visitors, to learn how the museum’s large and interes ng collec ons can be used to engage and represent the whole community. There will be a survey which can be completed digitally (via the QR code below), downloaded from the museum’s website or tradi onally, with paper and large print versions available to collect from the museum recep on. There will also be an opportunity to par cipate in focus groups for more in‐depth discussion of your views and explora on of your ideas. All par cipants in the surveys and focus groups will have the chance to enter a draw to win £100 worth of supermarket vouchers (valid email address required). The survey closes on 31st July. The results will be announced in September 2024.

Mission Two ‐ Cataloguing the Collec ons

From October 2024, the second part of Project Time Machine will involve volunteers working in the gallery, cataloguing and researching the social history collec ons, capturing rich new context and hopefully uncovering some currently “hidden” histories. If you would like to get involved with this stage, please contact the museum for an informal chat about available opportuni es.

For further informa on, please visit: h ps://forms.oﬃce.com/e/vCq6vsZzLZ

EPIC Church Appeal Hits £100k Target

The lyric perhaps sums up how the Friends of St Mary’s church felt about ﬁve years ago when they set a target to raise £100,000 to put towards essen al maintenance and repairs desperately needed for the oldest working building in East Preston.

“To dream the impossible dream” isn’t just the line of a song sung by Andy Williams (as well as Aretha Franklin, Luther Vandross and Jason Manford, for those of you who like a pub quiz). strolled through the churchyard, which in itself a glorious oasis of calm and home to ﬂora and fauna.

Could such a huge amount really be raised simply by the generosity of others? Surely not.

There was only one way to ﬁnd out. They launched the EPIC (East Preston’s Iconic Church) Appeal in 2019. Fast forward ﬁve years and ‐ cue drum roll ‐ they’ve hit the target!

Actually, to be precise, it’s all the kind donors from the village and further aﬁeld, as well as all the visitors to the two Christmas Tree Fes vals, who have hit it. It’s a truly incredible result. It proves that there are many people who want this beau ful ancient building in Vicarage Lane to survive, regardless of whether they’re churchgoers or not.

Maybe that’s because even though the church sits on the parish’s western boundary, it is considered by so many to be at the heart of village life, hos ng bap sms, weddings and funerals for many local people, as well as events like the sell‐out music nights and the monthly Welcome Café, which regularly a racts dozens of people, all keen to have a chat over a cuppa and make some new friends.

The money raised is already being put to very good use, as you might have seen if you’ve

Repairs to the north wall of the church are already underway, cos ng around £50,000, and more will follow because a medieval Grade 1 listed building is always in need of specialist, expert renova on.

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the “mercury” rising on the EPIC Appeal “thermometer” board by the church’s lych gate, indica ng the level of dona ons received, you might now care to wander past again. It’s right up there at the £100,000 mark!

So to everyone who has contributed, we say a huge “thank you” from the Friends of St Mary’s. You have helped ensure this unique historic building will be around for many future genera ons within our village and beyond. The once‐seemingly impossible dream has become a wonderful reality.

Worthing Well‐being Walks

Worthing Well‐being walks was set up in March 2024 and we are a walking group with a diﬀerence. It’s less about the walking and more about the talking with us. We understand that a lot of people are feeling very isolated right now and that many are struggling with their mental health, too, so we oﬀer a safe space for our members to get outdoors, meet new people and most importantly, feel heard.

We understand not everyone has someone to go home to, so we’re there with a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on when it's needed.

Our FREE walks are open to all ages and abili es and are very relaxed, there’s never any pressure to complete the whole walk, just do what you’re comfortable with.

Dogs on leads are welcome.

We meet at least once a week for walks along Worthing seafront. All walks are announced on our Facebook page Worthing Well‐being walks and on Instagram @worthingwellbeingwalks. If you’re not on social media, but want to ﬁnd out about the walks, don’t worry, we also have a WhatsApp group and an email address worthingwell‐beingwalks@outlook.com.

A beau fully suppor ve community has been created by us all simply walking (and talking) together and it’s heartwarming to see everyone

coming out of their shells and forming new friendships. Our mo o is ‘One step at a me’. Our members take what they want from that but they all know we’re here for them when they’re ready to talk, one step at a me.

We also hold other events to bring the community together, for example, we had a quiz night in June and are hoping to organise a barbecue and a children’s disco.

The group is run by Lamorna Parnell, Marc Young, Jen Tribe and Victoria Adams.

We welcome all ages and abili es and look forward to mee ng more of you soon.

Arun Art Society Annual Exhibi on

Thursday 11th, Friday 12th July 10am to 5pm, Saturday 13th July 10am to 4pm

The group’s annual exhibi on in Ferring Bap st Church, which takes place during the Ferring Village Fes val, is a celebra on of the artwork achieved by a membership that brings together experienced ar sts, those returning to drawing and pain ng a er a long absence, or beginners who are keen to embark upon the wonderful business of making art.

Members work on a broad variety of themes, from the local West Sussex landscape and further afield to s ll life and portraiture, which includes animals and pets, as demonstrated in the poster for this year’s exhibi on. The simple shapes combined with the use of line and a limited pale e convey the relaxed posture of a family pet and is an example of the many different approaches that can be adopted to express a subject. Members work in a variety of media, o en in an experimental fashion. One person even brings along modelling clay. Working alongside like‐minded people and witnessing first‐hand how others employ their know‐how and crea vity is what contributes to the friendly and encouraging atmosphere of

the classes, and persuades individuals to further their own skills and ideas.

The Society also arranges demonstra ons and workshops throughout the year, occasionally in partnership with Arundel Art Society, and organises weekly outdoor sessions during the summer months. This year, an art trip has been organised to the Kingcombe Visitor Centre in Dorset, which offers access to the River Hooke and the Kingcombe Nature Reserve.

Arun Art Society meets in Ferring Village Hall each Wednesday from 10am to midday, from September to May. There is a weekly outdoor programme from June to September. For further details please contact arunartsociety@gmail.com

RNLI crew recognised for outstanding care

Li lehampton RNLI volunteer crew member, Bea Homer, has been awarded a framed le er of thanks from the RNLI’s Head of South East Region for going ‘above and beyond in diﬃcult circumstances’.

Bea was on shoreside du es during a shout in July 2023 when Li lehampton RNLI’s volunteer crew on their Renee Sherman lifeboat returned to the lifeboat sta on with a casualty.

The le er from Ryan Hall thanks Bea for ‘providing comfort and care when it was most needed’ to the casualty for nearly two hours. The le er adds that Bea ‘went above and beyond in diﬃcult circumstances to provide casualty care… although there were no physical injuries, the level of care provided was much needed.’

Bea, who lives in Li lehampton and has been a volunteer with Li lehampton RNLI for three years, said: “We train as a team to provide the best care to casual es and those in danger or at risk at sea. It is always rewarding to be able to provide reassurance, support and care to those

in need and I feel honoured to be recognised for this”. Nick White, Li lehampton RNLI’s Lifeboat Opera ons Manager, presented Bea with her le er this week. His recommenda on for Bea’s recogni on was quoted in the le er as: ‘Bea’s pa ence and persistence, her care and her mum skills were fundamental to the successful outcome of this shout and deserve to be commended’.

New Chairman and Leader

for Arun District Council

A new chair and vice chair were appointed at the annual district council mee ng in May, following a vote by the councillors. Cllr Dr James Walsh became chair of the council for the forthcoming year, while Cllr Freddie Tandy has become vice chair.

Outgoing chair, Cllr Alison Cooper, started the annual mee ng by thanking all those who had supported her during the last civic year and she paid tribute to the many people and organisa ons that she had connected with. She also announced that she will be dona ng £1,250, which was raised throughout the past year, to her chosen charity, AJ’s Legacy.

The newly appointed chair, Cllr Walsh, has been an ac ve and inﬂuen al member of Arun District Council for 49 years, with a term as chair of the council for the civic year 2003‐2004 and as leader of the council in 2019‐2021. James also served as leader of the Liberal Democrat group for many years.

As well as being an elected member of the District Council, James is a Li lehampton Town Councillor and spent 40 years working in the local community as a GP and suppor ng St John Ambulance. He also spent 20 years in the Royal Naval Reserve, ﬁnishing as director, Royal Naval Medical Reserve Services, for which he was made a Knight of the Most Venerable Order of Saint John by the late Queen in 2012.

Cllr Walsh said: “I am delighted and honoured to have been voted as Chair of Arun District Council for a second me. It is a privilege to be an ambassador of the council and I am looking forward to the year ahead and the opportuni es that it will bring to highlight our district, the people and the good work they do.

“As part of this role, I will chair Full Council mee ngs and I pledge to do so in a fair, calm and ordered manner, encouraging all par es to work together for the residents of the Arun.”

Cllr Walsh announced that his chosen chari es are Mind ‐ West Sussex and Li lehampton Sea Cadet Corp.

Newly appointed Vice Chair Cllr Freddie Tandy said: “Being elected as vice chair of the council is a great privilege and I am looking forward to working alongside and learning from

Cllr Dr Walsh. As a district councillor, town councillor, and having just ﬁnished a year as Li lehampton Town Mayor, I believe my knowledge and experience will beneﬁt the work that James and I will do to represent the district.”

At the same mee ng, it was conﬁrmed that Cllr Mar n Lury would be the leader of the council, with Cllr Roger Nash as deputy leader.

Cllr Lury started his speech by paying tribute to his predecessor, Cllr Ma Stanley, for his sterling work and calm demeanour before going on to deliver his en re speech.

“I wish to recognise the contribu ons of Karl [Roberts] and Philippa [Dart], who have excelled in their roles as ac ng chief execu ves, helping to move the council forward. Let me concentrate on two issues that I consider to be of great importance: tone and culture. I want us all to show due respect to fellow councillors and officers. I genuinely believe that we come into office with best inten ons of improving the district we represent, albeit with different views on how we achieve this shared goal and moving Arun forward. I use this term advisedly as this administra on is composed of what I would term Arun Progressives.

“I think we are painfully aware of the underfunding of local government and the savings we have had to iden fy, and this council year will be no diﬀerent. Hopefully we will be able to explore ways to increase our income and our new chief execu ve’s experience in regenera on projects should be advantageous.”

Cllr Shaun Gunner will remain leader of the Conserva ve Group, with Cllr Jacky Pendleton remaining in the post of Deputy Leader.

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