All about Ferring January 2024

JANUARY 2024

ISSUE 137

All about Ferring

Community Magazine and Business Directory

Editor and Publisher: Helen Holt

Editorials and Advertisements

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

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

February 2024 deadlines

Editorial submissions, advertising copy 3rd January. Finished artwork by 5th January.

Disclaimer

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

Welcome to the January issue

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

In this issue, we take a look at various aspects of health and fitness and investigate new trends that are appearing online and in our local communities. Why not try a new exercise or a new way of eating? If you’re not sure, our local area is full of experts that you can contact for further advice and guidance.

Shopping locally and using local tradespeople rather than national chains is also very important to me, and will really boost the local economy in these difficult times that we are living in. So please do use the local services advertised in this magazine and continue to send in your events and articles for our readers to hear about.

Happy New Year to all our readers, may 2024 bring you health and happiness!

Helen and the All about Magazines team

Christmas Celebra ons and Light Switch On

Ferring Parish Council Christmas Light ‘switch on’ was held on 2nd December 2023.

We must give thanks to Reverend Shirley Tupper and Robin Brenchley, the Salva on Army Band and our local Terry Clough Choir for the wonderful singing, the 1st Ferring Guides for distribu ng programmes and turning on the Christmas lights and all of the Christmas Fayre stall holders.

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

Arun Art looks forward and not back

But first, a li le glance over our shoulders!

During the pandemic, members of Arun Art Society discovered just how powerful was our love of art. It offered solace in those dark days and a way to make sense of the changing world around us.

Interes ngly, looking at some of the work created then, it is not dark and dismal in nature but bright and filled with hope. Who couldn't smile seeing Coco the dog, springing along the beach, in Jan Barne 's pain ng below?

The only thing missing for the Art Society was that we were more o en mee ng via Zoom than in person. Thankfully, those days are past. Once more, we meet weekly at the Village Hall and there are more of us than ever before.

A er the usual shuffle of chairs and easels, the atmosphere in the room quietens as ar sts se le to their work. At some point, there is a change. People move around, check out what others are doing, exchange ideas, offer advice. Ar sts may work alone but enjoy nothing be er than a good chat!

The snowy scene by Ted Poole (above), was produced in a recent session. It may look a bit chilly, but that watery sun will soon warm up. Just in me for our outdoor sessions which run from May to September, allowing us to visit many wonderful Sussex loca ons.

And throughout the year, we will enjoy monthly Saturday demonstra ons and workshops in the company of first‐class professional ar sts, sharing their skill and passion for art. Guests are welcome at Demonstra ons and, of course, we will look forward to seeing friends old and new to our annual summer exhibi on. This will be in July, linked to the Ferring Fes val.

To find out more, check out our website at www.arunartsociety.co.uk or follow us on Facebook.

Health Ma ers

Ways to stay well this winter

This is the third ar cle of a series wri en by the Barn Surgery Ferring Pa ent Par cipa on Group, designed to help pa ents make the most of the Surgery.

Winter comes with a higher risk of health issues, par cularly for older people or those with long‐term condi ons and compromised immune systems. Being cold can raise the risk of higher blood pressure, heart a acks and strokes. The cold, damp weather can aggravate exis ng health problems, making you more vulnerable to respiratory winter illnesses. But there are things you can do to stay well.

Top

ps to stay well from the NHS:

 Get your vaccines and boosters. Protect yourself and others by ge ng your covid and flu vaccina ons.

 Keep warm during the day. Wrap up in lots of layers of thin clothes, even when you go to bed. Keep doors closed to block draughts. Try to heat rooms you regularly use to at least 18°C.

 Keep moving. Move around indoors and try to get outside for a walk. Avoid si ng for more than one hour.

 Wrap up at night. Wear layers to bed, including socks. Use a hot water bo le or an electric blanket.

 Eat well. Make sure you eat a balanced diet with lots of seasonal fruit and vegetables. And try to eat at least one hot meal a day.

 Stay hydrated. Regular meals and hot drinks can help you keep warm.

 Have your medica on on hand. Make sure you have the right medicines at home in case you get poorly. Ask your pharmacist if you're not sure what medica ons you should have.

 Stop the spread of germs. Protect yourself and others by washing your hands with warm, soapy water, covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and wearing a mask in public spaces.

 Look a er your mental health. The winter months can take a toll on our mental wellbeing, so make sure you're looking a er your mental health, just as you do your physical health. If you are feeling down, speak to someone – a friend, family member, or a healthcare professional like your doctor.

Exploring Iden ty:

SDFM’s Annual Community Filmmaking Compe on

On Wednesday 15th November Ferring Village Hall played host to a celebra on of crea vity and community spirit with an inspiring showcase of locally produced films, as it welcomed the South Downs Film Makers annual Community Filmmaking compe on’s first ever screening. With its theme of: “Who am I”, the event brought together filmmakers from diverse backgrounds and ages, each offering a unique perspec ve on the theme with a host of films that resonated deeply with the audience.

The compe on drew an impressive and wide array of submissions. Nine dis nct films, each exploring the profound ques on of iden ty, were carefully curated and presented to an audience of around 45 people. The films delved into the complexi es of self‐discovery, construc ng narra ves that ranged from personal journeys to broader reflec ons on community and interconnectedness.

Winners were selected by the panel of judges from SDFM and marked on storytelling, technical ability, emo onal content, entertainment value and interpreta on of the theme. The screening was not only an opportunity for filmmakers to share their ar s c expressions but also a chance for the community to come together and engage with thought‐provoking content.

club, Roy Powell, presented the awards to close the pres ge event. As names were called, applause and cheers echoed the community’s apprecia on for the filmmakers’ dedica on, hard work and crea vity. The diverse range of films and talent on show made the judging process a challenging one; the winners emerged as true standouts in the compe on. Congratula ons to all the entrants who captured the essence of the theme in their own unique ways.

Ferring Village Hall, steeped in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, provided the perfect backdrop for this cultural celebra on. Following the screening, a endees enjoyed a tea break, exchanging thoughts and impressions on the thought‐provoking films they had just witnessed.

The atmosphere was one of laughter, applause, and animated discussion as community members connected over the shared experience.

The climax of the evening was the eagerly an cipated awards ceremony, where SDFM club member and event organizer, Alan Cross, announced the winners and Chairman of the

The clubs extends its gra tude to everyone who contributed to the success of this event, from the filmmakers to supporters of the club and visitors to the event. Ferring Village Hall, buzzing with excitement and community spirit, was the perfect se ng for an evening that not only celebrated filmmaking but also strengthened bonds within the community. As the credits rolled on this successful event, it le   an indelible mark, showcasing the power of storytelling and the rich tapestry of iden es that make up the vibrant community within Sussex.

Alan Cross says: “If you missed this year’s compe on join us when we launch next year’s event in June 2024 when the theme will be “Beyond The Horizon”! We look forward to seeing your work.”

New Year’s Resolu on

Ferring Village Hall has the perfect answer if you are looking for that elusive New Year’s resolu on!

The first op on is to make a difference to the lovely village of Ferring by dona ng to our “Call for the Wall” appeal. The flint wall outside the Hall is showing its age and needs replacing, so we are looking to replace it and you can help by buying a brick, or even several bricks if you can afford it. A £10 dona on will pay for a brick, £50 will pay for a flint block and £1,000 for a pier and many have already donated in memory of their loved ones. Many thanks to those who have already donated, including Ferring Community Cinema which has given £400 from income generated by showing films in the Hall.

To make it even easier, we have set up a JustGiving page (details below):

h ps://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ FerringVillageHall‐CallForTheWall.

Details of all the dona ons received so far can be found at www.ferringvillagehall.org.uk and then going to "A Call For The Wall".

Your second resolu on could be to join both or either of the two new classes we have running at the Village Hall. Slimming World takes place every Thursday morning, and Beau ful Life Medita on starts this month and will be held on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

So Happy New Year to you all and we look forward to seeing you at the Hall in 2024 when we will be celebra ng our 100th birthday.

TLC Funeral Services for compassionate, personal service

Drawn to working as a funeral director following a devasta ng personal loss in her 20’s, Tara Louise Chisle ‐Fox is the only independent female funeral director in Worthing and surrounding areas.

In her 15 years in the industry Tara has worked for several funeral directors from small independents to large corpora ons. She has learnt everything about the industry from the first call to the last goodbyes and has delivered thousands of personalised funerals and memorials for local families.

Tara had become disillusioned with the current high price for funerals when the economy is going through such uncertain  mes. She decided to offer families a low‐cost, top‐quality funeral by star ng her own company.

Based in Worthing, TLC operate 24 hours a day and can bring your loved one into their care within a 20‐mile radius at no extra charge. There are no out of hours fees, this is all inclusive in every package.

Tara is a female funeral director who offers you the op on of coming into an office or can

support you in your home to make all the necessary arrangements. This again is at no extra cost.

Your loved one will stay with Tara at her family home in a specially constructed facility where they and you will become part of the family whilst in their care.

They are lucky enough to have Tara’s mum Elaine as TLC’s in‐house florist who will always create beau ful and unique tributes tailored to your individual needs.

TLC has its own service hall which can accommodate up to 30 mourners on the day of the service. The Chisle  Chapel is a great alterna ve venue to the more tradi onal se ngs such as Crematoriums and Churches, offering an excellent low‐cost op on. It can also be hired to webcast to from other venues should there be the need for addi onal space on the day.

TLC also offer pre‐paid packages on all crema ons. There is an addi onal charge of £249 which goes to the pre‐paid company during the course of se ng this up. This allows the funeral cost to be paid in advance taking the stress off family and friends when the inevitable happens. The costs can also be spread out with instalments to ease the financial burden of paying such a large sum in one go.

“I can highly recommend TLC for kind, caring, efficient personal service. Easy to communicate with, very compassionate, easy to arrange things. The onsite Chisle  Chapel is a hidden treasure (you can't see it from the outside).

Tara and Co enabled a lovely private memorial service incorpora ng a photo slide show of our loved one, music and celebrant, crema on arrangements and even a video of the service that could be seen by family and friends who could not a end. Lovely friendly care and a en on to detail, affordable prices.” Amanda, Goring‐by‐Sea.

For more informa on contact Tara at TLC Funeral Services on 01903 242930 or visit their website www.tlcfuneralservices.co.uk

How wet does it need to get?

Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner

Nsure Financial Services 01903 821010

We all like to think that squirreling a bit of money away for a rainy day can lead to contentment, security and peace of mind and in the main that’s true. Business owners in par cular feel like cash in the bank offers addi onal security and leaves them with a feeling that, if something was to happen, they would be a bit more financially safe. Although I can’t disagree with that, hoarding excessive cash away in your business can be incredibly inefficient ‐ when it comes to rainy days, even Noah only had to deal with 40 of them.

Yes, there is always the comfort of something to fall back on if mes get a li le tough, but the nega ves of holding too much collateral far outweigh the posi ves. Firstly, your business current account is unlikely to be paying you any interest, whereas a business savings account currently pays as much as 4%, switching things up or simply just moving them around can be hugely beneficial. Secondly, it’s incredibly tax inefficient! Pension contribu ons are a great way to maximise your business’s tax efficiency. They are removed from the company profits therefore reducing your corpora on tax burden, they sit in an Inheritance Tax (IHT) free environment and any growth you make is tax free. Plus, they offer a much broader range of investment op ons and you can even keep a savings account within your pension, just in case it does decide to pour down.

The issues faced by small businesses and small business owners are vast. Financially speaking, having a strong balance sheet should be a good thing, but there are many ways to make sure that your money can work harder for you. If you would like to take a deeper dive, feel free to get in touch.

Worthing Camera Club

Established in 1904, Worthing Camera Club has been at the forefront of the ever‐evolving world of photography. Regardless of skill level, we enthusias cally embrace both new and returning members. We currently have members who enjoy being crea ve with their Smartphone Cameras and others who use compact, DSLR and Mirrorless cameras. So as long as you have a camera, you will be able to join in on our challenges and compe ons.

We have a strong social side to our community, thriving on a regular schedule of talks, club compe ons, educa onal evenings, engaging ou ngs and social events.

During the September to April season we meet weekly, striking a balance between in‐person gatherings at the Heene Community Centre and virtual mee ngs via Zoom. Recognizing the value of online connec vity post‐Covid, we've tapped into an array of excep onal photographers across the UK. Our talks cover all manner of photographic genres (Landscape, Wildlife, Street, Macro, Abstract). Also, for those unable to a end in person, we broadcast our in‐person mee ngs via Zoom, ensuring everyone is included. Even during the “out of season months” we organise regular ou ngs, which not only provide opportuni es for prac sing photographic skills, but also foster social

connec ons among members in a relaxed se ng.

Curious about joining? Feel free to drop in on one of our Workshop evenings and experience firsthand the joy of sharing this endlessly cap va ng and evolving interest with us, without making a commitment to join. For more informa on and updates on events, check out our annual programme on our website: www.worthingcameraclub.org.uk

Alterna vely, why not join us on our Facebook page (you don’t have to be a member to join and take part in our monthly challenges), or follow us on Instagram @worthingcameraclub. We do hope you decide to join us and look forward to mee ng you soon.

Arunners Running Club

Arunners is a Li lehampton‐based running club aimed at people who can already run 5k but are keen to improve. We currently have over 150 members ranging from under 20s to over 75s and equal numbers of men and women.

We meet every Wednesday evening at 6.30pm outside the Windmill Cinema and Theatre in the winter and at different loca ons in the stunning Sussex countryside in the summer. We also have social runs on other days of the week and some members take part in races of varying distances from 5K to Ultra‐Marathons, so there is something to suit everybody. Most importantly, we are friendly and if you come along you will find plenty of people who are very happy to "Run at the speed of a chat". If you are interested in joining us then please visit our website arunners.wildapricot.org and follow the links to register for a free six week trial period.

Running is the very simplest form of exercise. You just need a pair of running shoes and somewhere safe to do it. Even a very small amount of running will bring you immediate benefits as your heart and lungs respond to the effort you are asking for, and your heart, lungs and other muscles will gradually improve.

However, many people find it difficult to get started with running. Arunners offer a simple way to start called Couch to 5K. This will get you going in very gentle stages over nine weeks un l you get to 5K. You can do this on your own, but for many people an easier way is to get some more direct support. Our trained running leaders guide you on the Couch to 5K course using the NHS plan. The goal at the end is to run the Li lehampton 5K Parkrun. We run C25K courses several  mes a year according to demand. Email ian_pu @msn.com for course details.

Parkrun which is 5K takes place at 9am on Saturdays and is en rely free. You register online and are given a barcode. Take part in any Parkrun, have your barcode scanned at the finish and the results are emailed to you that day.

There are Parkruns at Li lehampton, Bognor, Worthing, Hove, Brighton, Horsham, Lancing, Chichester and in future Arundel. Some Parkrunners have joined Arunners in recent years, and many Arunners are involved in organising and taking part in the Li lehampton Prom Parkrun, so you will soon see familiar faces.

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

Residen al and Commercial Conveyancing

Our Property Team, based at our Li lehampton office, is headed up by Rob Fawce , Solicitor/ Managing Partner, who qualified in 2006, with Lisa May, MCILEX Conveyancing Execu ve, who has passed 16 exams since 2016 and has achieved the CILEX Level 6 Diploma in Law and Prac ce. We have 3 experienced Assistants, and a Property Consultant, Timothy Pi . We also have a vast wealth of local knowledge and understanding.

Rob Fawce deals with both residen al and commercial transac ons, and Lisa May deals with residen al conveyancing.

It is widely known that moving home is one of the most stressful things that we have to deal with. With this in mind, our Property Team offer professional support and advice, and aim to provide a high quality and “hands on” approach in the hope that we can make the moving experience a much be er one for everyone.

For those who looked to move home in 2023, it was especially challenging following the rise in interest rates and the economy in general, which caused a slow down in the housing market. For 2024 it is hoped that there will be signs of improvement leading to a more buoyant housing market.

The commercial property market has remained busy despite the challenges men oned, with businesses looking to move premises, purchase new premises, etc., which is very encouraging.

If you are thinking of moving or have a commercial property query, please contact Rob Fawce or Lisa May, who will be very pleased to help you.

Rob Fawce Tel: 01903 725143

Email: RobFawce @moyle.co.uk

Lisa May Tel: 01903 725143

Email: lmay@moyle.co.uk

Alterna vely, you can complete our online enquiry form at www.moyle.co.uk

The Play Cafe

The coffee

shop with a child friendly atmosphere

We all know how difficult it can be to find somewhere to enjoy a coffee and something to eat whilst also keeping your children entertained. But, at The Play Café, we’ve got it covered!

We have a large, secure, fenced‐off play area with plenty of toys, dressing‐up and role play ac vi es, so the children can play whilst you enjoy some delicious food and drinks. Our play area is free to enter and there’s no need to book.

We offer child‐friendly films and tv shows all day, every day, and we have a games console with retro games for older children. We also have as plenty of books, colouring, and regular cra ac vi es.

If you’re looking for somewhere to hold your child’s party, then look no further! We have a range of different party packages to suit all budgets. We can also hire out our space for

events such as clubs, classes, and fairs. We are happy to tailor our packages to suit your needs so please get in touch.

Despite being super child‐friendly, we also welcome those without children. So, if you want to grab a quality coffee on your way to work then please do pop in.

We look forward to welcoming you at The Play Café – the coffee shop with the child friendly atmosphere! We are at Wick Parade, Wick High Street, Li lehampton BN17 7JQ. Use the QR codes to find our website or Insta.

What’s On in and around Ferring

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2nd to 28th January ‐ 10:00 to 16:00

Rebuilding Arundel Castle 1870 ‐ 1900 (Arundel Museum, Mill Road, BN18 9PA)

Discover the story behind the 15th Duke of Norfolk’s Victorian major building project, which was to secure Arundel’s famous castle for the next 1,000 years. Entry to the exhibi on is included in the cost of a museum entry cket.

Tuesday 2nd January ‐ 20:00 to 22:00

Ronnie Smith’s Big Band (Goring Conserva ve Club, Goring Street, BN12 4RA)

The Ronnie Smith’s Big Band Swing and Jazz evening will be playing music from the Golden Years of Swing, including Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Harry James, etc and vocalists in the style of Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. There is a dance floor and a bar. Entry is free, but there will be a collec on to cover band expenses.

Wednesday 3rd January ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Micro Scalextric Race Night (English Martyrs Church Hall, Goring Way, Goring)

Scalextric racers of all ages are welcome to join in some Micro Scalextric fun at Worthing HO Racing’s monthly mee ng. Race fees are £3 for adults and £2 for under‐16s. All equipment is provided. Find out more on the club’s website, visit www.whoracing.org.uk

Thursday 4th January ‐ 19:15 to 21:00

Monthly Mee ng (Ferring Village Hall)

The Ferring Gardening Club is star ng the new year with a talk on the Na onal Garden Scheme by Philip Duly.

Tuesday 9th January ‐ 19:15 to 20:45

L’Alsace‐Lorraine L’histoire de ma famille française (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, BN16 4FU )

The Anglo‐French Circle is pu ng on a talk about Alsace Lorraine, a fascina ng region that has passed from France to Germany and back again over the years. One family’s history of occupa on and resistance will bring this rich

history to life. The Anglo‐French Circle is a group of Francophiles that meets every second Tuesday of the month. All levels of French are welcome. £5 a visitor. Soyez les bienvenus! For more details, email anglofrenchrus ng‐ton@gmail.com

Tuesday 9th January ‐ 19:30 to 21:30

Worthing Camera Club talk (Heene Community Centre, 122 Heene Road, Worthing, BN11 4PL) Award‐winning photographer Jo Teasdale talks about her photography journey and her last project, “My Adopted Family”.

Wednesday 10th January ‐ 14:00 Women’s

A ernoon Group (Ferring Village Hall)

Simon Cornish will be talking to the WAGs about the history of Ferring with film and postcards. Visitors are welcome to come along for a chat and a cup of tea.

Thursday 11th January ‐ 14:30

A Sussex Farm in the 1950s – a talk by Ian Everest (John de Bohun Room, Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Ave, Rus ngton BN16 3HB)

The Rus ngton Heritage Associa on has invited Ian Everest to give a talk to the group. Ian was brought up on a farm on the South Downs and his paternal grandfathers were farm workers as far back as 1841. He also worked on a farm before a ending Agricultural College in the late 1960s. This illustrated talk includes original cine film, revealing what farming was like seven decades ago. All welcome. Entry for visitors £3, payable at the door. Entry for Rus ngton Heritage Associa on members is free.

Thursday 11th January ‐ 19:00 to 21:15

Foreign Film evening (West Worthing Bap st Church South Street BN14 7LU)

The Worthing Twinning Associa on presents a classic 1990 French film ‘La Gloire de Mon Père’ with English sub tles. The cost is £5, and the evening starts with a glass of wine or juice and a doughnut. Non‐members are most welcome.

Full details about WTA events can be found at www.worthingtwinningassociation.org

Friday 12th January ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Mission: Impossible ‐ Dead Reckoning Part One (Ferring Village Hall)

This exhilarating film is definitely the one to blow away those Christmas cobwebs! Tickets are £6, available from North Ferring Co‐Op, Premier Stores in South Ferring, and on the door on the night. Ticket price includes tea, coffee or a soft drink and biscuits. Doors open at 6.30pm for a prompt 7.00pm start.

Saturday 13th January ‐ 10:00 to 14:00

Dog First Aid Training (1st East Preston Scout Hall, The Street, East Preston

Sign up for four hours of CPD accredited training in all things first aid for dogs from Dog First Aid Sussex. Suitable for owners and professionals. Practice CPR on dummy dogs and receive a certificate on completion. £59.50pp. Email kathy.hobson@dog‐first‐aid.com

Tuesday 16th January ‐ 10:00 to 12:00

The Art Society Arun Talk ‘The Century of Deception ‐ The Birth of the Hoax in the 18th Century’ (The Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Ave, Rustington, BN16 3HB)

Ian Keeble’s talk covers the 1700s a period when people were especially gullible. They believed a woman could give birth to rabbits and a man could climb inside a two‐pint bottle. These hoaxes were written about in newspapers and depicted by satirical artists such as Hogarth. Everyone is welcome ‐ a small fee is payable and details are available on the website. See www.theartssocietyarun.org

Wednesday 17th January ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Introduction to Scalextric Digital Racing (English Martyrs Church Hall, Goring Way, Goring)

Scalextric racers of all ages are invited to an introductory evening of Scalextric digital racing. Enjoy overtaking, pit stops and plenty of teamwork in the NASCAR and Legends races. Race fees are £3 for adults and £2 for under‐16s. All equipment is provided. Find out more on the club’s website www.whoracing.org.uk

Sunday 21st January ‐ 11:00 to 13:00

Po ery Workshop – Making Decora ve Hangings, Coasters or Tiles (Montague Gallery, 28 Portland Road, Worthing)

Create four personalised decora ons, coasters or les, using plants, fabrics and le er stamps. You will also get to make a trinket dish. A er a break for refreshments, you will glaze a pre‐fired trinket bowl. The po ery will then be taken away, dried, fired and glazed to your specifica ons, then available for collec on approximately three weeks later.

Monday 22nd January ‐ 14:30

If War Should Come ‐ Defence Prepara ons on the South Coast, 1935‐1939 (Conserva ve Hall, Sea Road, East Preston BN16 1JN)

The East Preston and Kingston Preserva on Society has organised a talk by Philip MacDougall, who will examine what steps the Bri sh government took to prepare the country for the war they knew was coming. Philip describes his talk as a shocking story of lost opportunity and incompetence. All are welcome. Visitors £3 (payable at the door), members free. Admission subject to availability.

Friday 26th January ‐ 14:30 to 16:30

The Marine Conserva on Society and its work (Ferring Village Hall, Ferring Street BN12 5JP)

Ferring Conserva on Group’s first mee ng of 2024 welcomes Chiara Vagnarelli ‐ a volunteer with the Marine Conserva on Society. There should also be some data from the Great Bri sh Beach Clean 2023. Admission is £2 for members, and £3 for visitors, and this includes tea and biscuits. There will also be planning news and Nature Notes to follow the main presenta on.

Saturday 27th January ‐ 19:00

Wrestling Live in Rus ngton (Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Ave, BN16 3HB)

Whether you’re a die‐hard wrestling fan or simply looking for a fun night out, this is an event you won't want to miss. Watch skilled wrestlers from around the world showcase their incredible athle cism and showmanship in a series of thrilling matches. Tickets from £5 available on www.eventbrite.co.uk

Taking stock

Nathalie Sansonetti BA, MA, DNN, Dip AIT

Nutritional Therapist & Health Coach, New Leaf Nutrition T: 07980 620010 E: nathalie@newleafnutrition.co.uk W: newleafnutrition.co.uk

It’s that me of year when you might be feeling the pressure to make resolu ons – what you’ll eliminate or add to your life in 2024. However, to maximise your chances of s cking to any new habit, it’s important to first increase self‐awareness, understand the deep reasons why you want to make that change and then follow some simple steps to ensure success. Here’s how it works:

 Take stock of 2023: How is your health, energy, sleep, gut, immunity, etc? Is anything ge ng worse/be er? Which area is holding you back most right now?

 Find your ‘why’: Why do you want one par cular condi on to improve? What is it preven ng you from doing right now? Why is it important to change (for you and others)? What’s likely to happen this year if you don’t?

 Are there posi ve benefits to having this condi on? Does that ‘benefit’ make you feel strong/weak?

 Decide: How do I want to feel in 2024 ‐stronger or weaker? More joyful? More posi ve?

 Be realis c ‐ don’t try and change more than one thing and keep it simple – for instance you could do worse than focusing on being well‐hydrated this year (sipping 1.5 to 2L of room temperature water through the day).

 Give yourself a deadline and take stock of how well you’ve done.

 Reward yourself with something that gives you joy!

May 2024 be your healthiest year yet!

Nathalie Sansone , (The ‘Gut Whisperer’) ‐Book a free (online/phone) 30‐min consulta on at: h ps://gutlovinglife.as.me/freesession

Modern Den stry at Ferring Dental Prac ce

by

Raxit Aryal‐ Associate Den st

“Teeth are always in style,” remarked Dr Suess. Specifically when healthy, I would like to add. A gleaming beau ful smile: even, aligned teeth ‐ who would decline such an offer?

Modern den stry techniques make repairing, straightening, replacing, whitening, or removing teeth an ever more accessible and predictable way of safely improving one’s appearance and func on.

Yet many of us walk around with smiles we are unhappy with, some mes even embarrassed by. We walk around with broken teeth, some that are sensi ve, some that are painful. We have gums that bleed or gaps that bother us; stains that we’ve always wanted to remove but never got around to it, or that crown which we’ve always wanted to get replaced because it just doesn’t match the others..

But there’s always something else to do, isn’t there? So we put up with things and wait for the quieter day when nobody is making any demands of us and maybe we’ll get round to it then. In any case – nothing hurts right now. Two problems with that. Firstly, the quieter day is never coming. Sorry to break it to you like that. Secondly, the bad news about that plan is that generally it’s only in advanced stages that dental issues make themselves known to us with serious symptoms which cannot be missed and some mes cannot be fixed. In early stages however, dental issues are o en pain free and it may remain “hidden” from you. That’s why we recommend regular visits to see the den st to iden fy issues before they occur and reduce risk of other issues occurring. Early preven on results in li le or no requirement for complex den stry. Our Dental Subscrip on is designed to put preven on to the fore with all consulta ons included plus regular hygiene visits. Our purpose is to spot things developing early on and put things back on track to health.

As we reflect on 2023, many of us will no doubt have put ourselves on the backburner; perhaps

we have been too busy, or simply unable to look a er our own needs or wishes because of other important things to deal with. As we now enter a new year, considering our own needs and wishes may be of value to ourselves as we move forward in life.

Maybe you haven’t been for years and going to the den st is simply not something you factor in to your life. Maybe you worry that it’s too late. Why not make 2024 the year you get it all sorted and reclaim your mouth both in terms of health and in terms of the way they look. That tooth you wanted fixed, that gap you wanted replaced, or that whiter smile you’ve longed for ‐ the confidence you’ve desired is within reach. A simple ini al examina on and detailed treatment plan is the best way to start your den stry journey towards a more confident smile.

We work within a mul disciplinary team at Ferring Dental Prac ce. We can offer solu ons for gum issues, straightening, removing teeth, replacing teeth, whitening teeth, or simply checking if everything is ok. We will direct you to the correct clinician for you to achieve your goals. Why not start your year by booking in with one of our den sts to gain a greater understanding of your oral health, and help us support your journey in achieving your goals.

Ferring Dental Prac ce: 01903 246858

Website: www.ferringdental.co.uk

Ferring Re rement Club is looking for Trustees

Ferring Re rement Club is a registered charity and has been running for over 43 years. It is governed by a Board of Trustees who organise the vast range of ac vi es we offer to enhance the lives of our club’s 230 members. We also rely on the help of many others who give of their me to assist in delivering our services but we are constantly looking for addi onal help, as running a charity such as ours involves many hours of work both in front of and behind the scenes. The benefits of volunteering can be enormous, not only by providing help to people in need and to the community as a whole, but also by offering benefits to the volunteer. Giving help to others can protect your own mental and physical health by reducing stress, keeping you mentally s mulated and providing a sense of purpose. Older adults, especially those who have re red or lost a spouse, can find new meaning and direc on in their lives by helping others. Many members of Ferring Re rement Club will tes fy to this, whether they are simply enjoying the ac vi es themselves or ge ng involved with the many tasks that have to be undertaken to keep our ship afloat.

We are very sorry that Bob Linzey has recently resigned as a Trustee, for he has served us well, going above and beyond what was required of him, as do all our Trustees. He has been most loyal and dependable in his role as Maintenance Officer and has also acted as our Health & Safety Officer and Fire Safety Officer. These roles have to be covered so we are urgently looking for new volunteers to fill the vacancies.

We are also in need of a handy‐person to tackle those li le odd jobs that arise so, if you have some me on your hands, enjoy prac cal tasks and would like to offer your services in any way, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Indeed, our club's future depends on our ability to recruit and retain the right people to act as Trustees and casual helpers.

You could be the one to make that difference to Ferring Re rement Club, so please call 07522 092690 or email frcferring@gmail.com to find out more.

Inheritance Tax and Old Wills

Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze  LLP and an expert in Wills and Inheritance Tax, looks at why an old Will could increase the Inheritance Tax on your estate. At the  me of wri ng, I’ve just listened to the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement. No changes to Inheritance Tax were announced, despite all the rumours beforehand.

So how much Inheritance Tax will be paid when you die? Anything le  to a spouse or charity is exempt. A er that, Inheritance Tax is charged at 40% above your Nil Rate Band.

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

 Individual without children or grandchildren: £325,000.

 Individual with children or grandchildren: £500,000.

 Married couple/Civil Partners without children or grandchildren: £650,000.

 Married couple/Civil Partners with children or grandchildren: £1million.

Prior to 2017, the maximum Nil Rate Band was £325,000 for an individual, and £650,000 for a married couple. However, un l late 2007, the maximum Nil Rate for an individual or a married couple was only £325,000.

The main way for a married couple to save Inheritance Tax before October 2007 was to create Nil Rate Band Discre onary Trusts in their Wills.

However, the 2017 changes that increased the Nil Rate Band for a married couple from

£650,000 to £1million only allows that increase of £350,000 if your home is given outright to your children or grandchildren when you die. This means that if your Wills contain a Nil Rate Band Discre onary Trust, you are likely to miss out on that £350,000. Your estate will pay an extra £140,000 in Inheritance Tax, so your family will inherit £140,000 less, just because you never got around to upda ng your Wills.

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

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

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

Help fight record Asian hornet invasion

The Bri sh Beekeepers’ Associa on (BBKA) is calling on the public to help fight a major threat to honey bees and other pollinators ‐ Asian hornets.

Numbers of the destruc ve insect rose rapidly last summer and more have been detected in the UK this last year than in the previous six years combined.

BBKA Chair, Diane Drinkwater, said: “It was extremely worrying to see so many cases last summer. We must act now to stop them from ge ng established in this country. Reports from Europe and Jersey indicate that last year was an excep onal year for Asian hornets with record numbers of queens and nests.

“We urge the public to join forces with beekeepers to protect our honey bees and other pollinators from this voracious predator.”

More than 1,000 beekeepers across the country are part of elite teams trained to provide emergency support to the Na onal Bee Unit’s (NBU) hornet hunters.

Hornet sigh ngs are filtered by the NBU, part of Defra, and teams of bee inspectors deployed to track hornets back to their nests which are then destroyed.

But the help of the eagle‐eyed public is essen al to spot the hornets which may be devouring insects or feeding on fallen fruit or ivy flowers.

Asian hornets (Vespa velu na) are slightly smaller than na ve European hornets, have yellow legs, an orange face and brown body with one yellow stripe.

Last summer beekeeper Mick Brian discovered an Asian hornet in his garden in Plymouth which eventually led to the destruc on of two nests: “We watched in stunned silence as the insect singled out a honey bee, carried it to a nearby leaf, and began to dissect it.”

Also last summer, one keen‐eyed gardener spo ed an Asian hornet in Newhaven, which was traced back to its nest and the nest was subsequently destroyed.

Just one Asian hornet can hunt down and eat 300 honey bees a day and their habit of hawking (hovering) outside the hive stops the

bees from collec ng nectar and pollen to feed themselves.

Diane added: “Asian hornets are wreaking havoc in Europe and we fear if they get a foot‐hold in the UK our honey bees and many other insects will be decimated here, too. They are the greatest threat to beekeeping since the Varroa mite was discovered more than 30 years ago.”

In 2023 71 Asian hornet nests were found in 55 loca ons. The last nest found, which was in Tenterden, Kent, was destroyed in November 2023.

BBKA trustee Julie Coleman, who lives in Kent where many of the hornets discovered this year have been found, said there are likely to be several reasons behind this huge rise in cases: “The fact that we seem to have a cluster around the coast in Kent, also Dorset, Plymouth, Weymouth and Hampshire makes me think they are coming across on the wind. And there could have been an overwintered nest in Kent which has sent out hiberna ng queens in the autumn.”

It is important to take care not to approach or disturb a nest. Asian hornets are not generally aggressive towards people but an excep on to this is when they perceive a threat to their nest. People who suspect they have seen an Asian hornet should report it immediately using the phone app ‘Asian Hornet Watch’ or the online repor ng form: h ps://risc.brc.ac.uk/alert.php? species=asian_hornet

Start 2024 Clu er‐Free

Lo s can be a real gold mine of fantas c storage poten al, not only for the Christmas decora ons, but all year round. However, they are only going to be of use to you if you can get in and out of them safely, especially if you need to li heavy objects up and down. We’re not talking about climbing up on that wobbly, old kitchen chair and hoping for the best... We’re talking about safe ladders and hatches that aren’t going to be pu ng you at risk of a sprained ankle, or worse.

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

This could also be a fantas c opportunity to think about some be er insula on. A properly insulated roof can knock as much as 20% of your energy bills, so you and your family can be sure to keep cosy and warm this winter without worrying about those bills come spring. Now

the decora ons are all put away, this could also be a great chance to free up some room in the rest of the house too.

A er all, why suffer with clu er when there’s perfectly good storage space in your a c or garage that’s just wai ng to be used? Let us make it safe and easy for you to start 2024 clu er‐free.

Why not call A la now on 01903 380 190 to book a free survey and quota on, or visit www.access4lo s.co.uk/worthing and enjoy peace of mind along with your New Year.

Local estate agent celebrates winning the triple!

During this year’s busy award season James & James Estate Agents were shortlisted for three awards. Two na onal awards and one local award. They are delighted to be bringing home the silverware from all three venues.

The three awards were EA Masters Awards, The very pres gious Nego ator Awards and the local Adur & Worthing Business Awards.

EA Masters Awards:

Excellent for Best Estate Agency Guide 2024

The excellent award means they are among the top 20% of estate agency branches in the country and showing a commendable dedica on to client sa sfac on and results delivery.

There are 13,080 estate agents in the UK and the performance gap between the best and worst performers is vast.

Best Estate Agent Guide makes it easier to choose an estate or le ng agent by measuring the performance of every estate agent in the country and only lis ng those that meet our high standards.

EA Masters have assessed 99.6% of all estate agents in the country.

‘Highly Commended’ for Business in the Community – Adur & Worthing Business Awards

The majority of the James & James team a ended the award ceremony to celebrate a fantas c year and to pick up the award for business in the community.

The 15th Adur & Worthing Business Awards were hosted at The Pavilion, Worthing. An evening uni ng almost 400 a endees from local businesses. This event has firmly established itself as one of the most pres gious events in the local business calendar.

James Brock (director) commented: “Out of every award, accolade and 5 star review, being recognised for our support in the community is and will always be the most import prize for us. We love to support local schools, chari es and clubs. It’s so important for us to give back where we can.”

Finally;

‘Silver’ for New Agency of the Year – The Nego ator Awards

The Nego ator Awards is the UK’s leading independent awards programme for estate and le ng agents, their suppliers, and the residen al property industry.

It has been established for 15 years and has become, through an impeccable reputa on for fairness and transparency, the most pres gious and valuable awards for UK estate and le ng agents.

The Awards are judged by a stellar panel of individuals –leaders and experts with the reputa on of being among the highest achievers in the residen al property industry. They are not paid and are invited to judge based on their experience and exper se in all the areas of business and various disciplines, tested by the Awards.

The judging process is the most robust, open and transparent process of any property awards.

Jim Bacon said: “To finish off the month of November with three award wins makes us excep onally proud. We have an amazing team who make such recogni ons possible, and it is fantas c for all involved to see our hard work coming to frui on.”

If you are thinking of selling, le ng, buying or ren ng then please do reach out to your local award‐winning independent Estate Agent. Either call 01903 958770 or visit www.jamesandjamesea.co.uk

Beef Stroganoff with Herb Pasta

Prepara on me ‐ 10 mins (+45 mins freezer me)

Cooking me ‐ 20 mins

Serves ‐ 4

Ingredients

400g beef rump steak, trimmed

1 tbsp bu er

1 tbsp olive oil

300g small bu on mushrooms

400g pappardelle pasta

3 shallots, finely chopped

1 tbsp plain flour

300ml beef stock

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp tomato purée

3 tbsp crème fraiche

½ x 20g pack flat‐leaf parsley, chopped. Method

Freeze the beef for 45 mins before you begin. This makes it easy to slice really thinly. Season well.

Melt half the bu er and half the oil in a large, non‐s ck frying pan. Turn the heat up and quickly sear the beef in batches un l browned on both sides. Remove the meat and set aside. Repeat with the mushrooms, then set aside with the beef. Boil the pasta.

Add the remaining bu er and oil to the pan and so en the shallots for a few mins. S r in the flour for 1 min, then gradually add in the stock, s rring con nuously to prevent lumps. Simmer to allow it to thicken for 5 mins, then s r in the mustard, tomato purée, crème fraîche and seasoning. Simmer for one more minute, then return the beef and mushrooms to the pan. Drain the pasta, toss with half the chopped parsley, season, then serve with the creamy stroganoff, sprinkled with the remaining parsley.

Distrac on Burglary

You may have heard of a “Distrac on Burglar” before. They’re also known as “bogus callers”. Their inten on is to trick you by taking advantage of your trus ng nature or kindness and will pretend to be someone they are not in order to gain access to your home.

Some will work alone yet at mes they may work in pairs and one of them will aim to distract you so their accomplice can access your home.

They could be male, female, of any age, wearing a uniform, hi‐vis clothing, everyday clothes or even smartly dressed.

Common methods that we’ve seen used before: they may pretend to be from a care agency, the council or a u lity company inves ga ng a gas, water or sewage leak. They may pretend to be unwell and need a glass of water or claim to be in a hurry / an emergency and they need to get into your home quickly. Our advice is to be extremely vigilant about unexpected callers. If you don’t know them or you’re not expec ng anyone then don’t let them in.

Put the door chain on before answering the door or use a door viewer to see who’s there.

If you are unsure whether they are genuine then always ask for iden fica on. An official visitor won’t mind being asked for I.D. – this goes for everyone, even the emergency services.

If you’re s ll unsure, then ask them to wait outside whilst you call the customer services department of whichever company / organisa on they claim to be from. Close the door while you do this.

If the person is asking for a favour, such as a glass of water or to use your toilet, then direct them to a public place or a nearby shop. It’s natural to want to help others but sadly this is a technique distrac on burglars some mes use to take advantage of others.

For pre‐planned appointments with a u lity company, request that a password scheme be set up. If at any me you are concerned, then call us straight away on 999. Remember – If in doubt, keep them out!

New Year Programme at The Ferring Gardening Club

The Ferring Gardening Club enters the New Year with a full programme of events including monthly speakers, three Flower Shows, a Plant Sale and two coach trips.

Our monthly mee ngs are currently held on the first Thursday of the month with the January mee ng taking place on the 4th The mee ng opens at 7.15pm and finishes at around 9pm. January’s talk is on the Na onal Garden Scheme and the speaker is Philip Duly. All are welcome and you can pay just £3 on the night for entry. If a er visi ng you would like to join, the annual fee is just £17 which provides entry to monthly mee ngs for £1 and free entry to our Flower Shows.

The Club aims to provide members with a varied programme of talks to ensure that where possible all interests are covered. Gardening is a hobby that we can all enjoy and members pick up hints and  ps from our speakers. This year alone the subjects range from organisa ons to individual garden collec ons as well as the impact of climate change. The Flower Shows in Spring, Summer and Autumn always a ract a great deal of interest and comments from the village community. Entry fee to the shows for non‐members is just £1 and we always have great value tea and cakes for visitors.

You can find us on Facebook under Ferring Gardening Club or alterna vely, contact our Membership Secretary Gwen Newman on 01903 249655 or memsecfgc@gmail.com

Ferring listens to Worthing

Ferring Conserva on Group welcomed the Worthing Society to its November mee ng, for a talk given by its Chairman, Sue Belton and Commi ee member David Clark. The Society has much in common with our Conserva on Group, is striving to preserve and conserve all that is best in our environment, and is a valuable member of the Protect our Gaps Alliance. It also reflects what we do in our History Group, in researching and presen ng the town’s history but its main focus is on Worthing’s buildings – past, present and future – and the talk was en tled ‘Worthing’s Buildings, Lost and Saved.’

Sue said far too many historic buildings were demolished in the 1960s and were replaced by extremely una rac ve buildings and mul ‐storey car parks. This trend con nued into the 1970s but was challenged by a redoubtable character, Mrs Pat Baring, who campaigned to save what was le , and founded the Worthing Civic Society in 1973. Among the fine buildings that were lost was the old Town Hall (built in 1836), the Theatre Royal in Ann Street (18th Century), Gra on House, the Esplanade Hotel (where Oscar Wilde wrote ‘The Importance of being Earnest’), and the 17th Century ‘Selden’s Co age’ but the biggest planning disaster of all was the demoli on of half the High Street leaving only two or three of the old town houses.

working closely with English Heritage and the Borough Council. Beach House was one of its successes, along with the Dome Cinema and Stanford Co age (now a Pizza House), where Jane Austen had wri en the unfinished novel, ‘Sanditon'. Now the Society was much involved with preserving these and other historic buildings but was also regularly consulted by the Council on planning applica ons and its redevelopment schemes like Teville Gate and Montague Place.

But although much had been lost a lot more had been saved. There were 212 buildings on the Statutory List and another 750 on Worthing Council’s local list. The Worthing Society was involved in saving much of this built heritage,

The talk was followed by tea and hot mince pies, and the usual update on local wildlife and planning applica ons and appeals, including the dismissal of the appeal on Lansdowne Nursery, one of the cases which the Protect our Gaps Alliance had taken up and won.

Legacy of Excellence:

Lemongrass by Nasir, Rus ngton triumphs in culinary accolades

Lemongrass by Nasir, an epitome of culinary finesse, recently claimed two pres gious awards at the “Curry Oscars”. Notably, Lemongrass secured the Best Thai Award, while his prodigiously talented 19‐year‐old son Sahil Ahmad Nasir, clinched the esteemed tle of Best Asian Chef. These accolades stand as a testament to their unwavering commitment to culinary mastery and innova on.

Mr Nasir, an industry luminary, spearheaded the incep on of 17 Lemongrass restaurants, all tracing their origins back to the Rus ngton site established approximately two decades ago. What dis nguishes these establishments is their unwavering dedica on to excellence, fostered by a core team that has remained intact since its incep on. This con nuity underscores their enduring commitment to providing unparalleled quality produce and excep onal service.

The recipe for Lemongrass's success is deeply rooted in a philosophy of consistency and premium quality. Mr Nasir's vision, coupled with the relentless pursuit of culinary perfec on, has been the cornerstone of this empire's triumph. The awards garnered— reflec ve of their culinary prowess—are not merely accolades but a testament to the reless dedica on poured into each dish.

The remarkable achievement of Sahil, Mr Nasir's son, ascending to the tle of Best Asian Chef at such a tender age, showcases the mul ‐genera onal commitment to culinary ar stry. Their shared passion for delivering excellence in taste and experience echoes through every aspect of Lemongrass by Nasir.

In a culinary landscape defined by innova on and evolu on, Lemongrass by Nasir stands tall as a paragon of tradi on, excep onal taste, and unwavering dedica on to culinary excellence. Their legacy con nues to inspire a new genera on of chefs and restaurateurs, se ng a benchmark for Hospitality eminence.

Happy New Year from St Andrew’s

by Revd Shirley

A very Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe that all the fes vi es of Christmas are over and so is 2023. It seemed to go by in a flash. A new year can seem a li le flat as the Christmas lights are packed away for another year and it is s ll dark and o en damp outside. I was recently told that in Norway they celebrate Christmas for two months, enjoying the lights for as long as possible. This is especially important the further north you live as you will not see sunlight for two months. I’m not sure how I would cope with that.

At St Andrew’s we con nue to celebrate the Christmas story with Epiphany which this year we celebrate on Sunday 7th January at the 8am and 9.30am services. Epiphany is the  me when we recall the visit of the wise men to the young Jesus. Having received a sign that a new king had been born, they followed the star all the way from the East to Bethlehem. In respect of this great birth, they took gi s of gold, frankincense and myrrh.

It was wonderful to see so many of you at our Christmas events and services throughout December. Please be assured that at St Andrew’s we pray for our community o en, giving thanks for the wonderful village we live in and for con nued harmony, goodwill and peace. May you know that peace yourself as we con nue into 2024.

Mission Impossible

Ferring Community Cinema will be showing their next film, ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One’ on Friday 12th January.

In this, the seventh Mission Impossible film, Ethan Hunt, played by the age‐defying Tom Cruise, and the IMF team, (Impossible Mission Force, not the Interna onal Monetary Fund!), must track down a dangerous weapon before it falls into the wrong hands.

The weapon threatens all of humanity, and so with the future and fate of the world at stake, Ethan embarks on a deadly race around the globe. Faced with a mysterious and all‐powerful enemy, Ethan is forced to consider that nothing is more important than the mission – not even the lives of those he loves.

The film is exhilara ng and includes brilliant ac on scenes which deliver a he y shot of adrenalin; but there is also ‘caperish comedy’, with some entertaining wisecracking for good measure.

This is definitely the film to blow away those Christmas cobwebs!

The film will be showing at Ferring Village Hall. Tickets are £6 and available at the North Ferring Co‐Op, the Premier Stores in South Ferring, and on the door on the night. Ticket price includes tea, coffee or a so drink and biscuits. Doors open at 6.30pm for a prompt 7pm start.

2024 film dates

February 9th – The Miracle Club

March 8th – The Great Escaper

April 12th – Indiana Jones and the Dial of Des ny

May 17th

June 14th

July 12th

August 9th

September 6th

October 11th

November 8th

December 6th

Tuff Fi y Triathlon Club

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ff Fi y Triathlon Club have just completed a very successful year where members have been racing across the three Triathlon disciplines of swim, bike and run. Tuff Fi y’s members are based right across the Arun, Worthing & Adur districts and hold weekly training sessions at Li lehampton Wave, Worthing Leisure Centre running track as well as making use of the South Downs for running and cycling ac vi es.

2023 has been notable with more of its members qualifying and compe ng at home and abroad as part of Team GB’s age group teams. Triathlon can be raced across a wide variety of distances with the ul mate distance being ‘Ironman’. Tuff Fi y saw four more members complete an Ironman for the first me this year, a challenge requiring compe tors to swim in open water for 2.4 miles before riding 112 miles and then running to complete a full marathon – a total distance of 140.6 miles.

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ff Fi y operate purely as an adult club, over 18, but with a wide range of members and experiences it has been sa sfying how so many of its members have moved up to longer distance events this year. With many new to mul sport, members can start off with Sprint distance triathlons, which comprise 400 metre swim, 12 miles on the bike and a 3 mile run. With training, such a distance is achievable and prove a strong base for members to build upon, including the distance that will feature at the Paris Olympics. As well as Triathlon, members are ac ve at running events, training camps, club races and they have a strong social cohesion.

Tuff Fi y Tri Club are one of the longest established clubs in the country having reached its 32nd anniversary and are amongst the largest

clubs in Sussex. They won Bri sh Triathlons South East Club of the Year in 2022. If anyone is interested in taking up the Triathlon disciplines, they are welcome to contact the club. All abili es are welcome although applicants should have a level of swim ability. Coaching is provided through the club’s weekly training sessions which will enable applicants to build their fitness in readiness for the 2024 season. Interested par es should contact: chairman@tufffi ytri.club.

As part of the club’s commitment to promote mul sport, every year Tuff Fi y organise an Aquathlon. The event provides a choice of swimming 400m in The Li lehampton Wave pool before a 5k run, or swim 800m followed by a 10K run. This is a good introduc on to mul sport and is open to everyone to par cipate. The 28th anniversary of the event is being held on the 3rd March 2024. Further details can be found at h ps://www.tuff‐fi y.co.uk

Volunteer Fair 2024

Saturday 13th January 2024, Rustington Methodist Church

Are you interested in volunteering but not sure how to find out more about it? Perhaps you’re thinking about how to open some new doors and make a change for 2024? Come along to our Volunteer Fair and meet lots of local organisations who will be able to answer all of your questions about volunteering and tell you about the roles they have available. Why should you consider volunteering? Well, it’s a great way to make new friends for a start! But there’s way more to it – you can learn new skills or perhaps bring your existing skills to an organisation and really make a difference in your community. Not only that, but volunteering is GOOD FOR YOU! Research has shown that giving your time to others leads to better cognition, better general and mental health as well as maybe even having a longevity effect in older adults.

A new study in the Journal of Happiness also found that as well as the health benefits, people that volunteered felt happier and more fulfilled in their daily lives. Seemingly, the more

time they invested and the length of time they gave only increased the effect.

In the current cost of living crisis our local charities and community groups have never been more important. Even just a few hours of your time a month will make a huge difference to them, to you and to all the people those organisations help.

The Volunteer Fair is organised by Voluntary Action Arun and Chichester and takes place from 10.30am‐1.30pm on Saturday 13th January at Rustington Methodist Church, Claigmar Road, Rustington, BN16 2NL. Come and speak to local organisations who are looking for volunteers JUST LIKE YOU! For more information scan the QR code.

Garden birds are counting on you!

RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch returns for 2024

For over 40 years, during the last weekend in January, people across the UK have spent an hour watching and counting the birds in their garden, local park or green space. Why? To take part in the UK’s biggest citizen science project – the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch.

Last year, over half a million people joined in, coun ng more than 9 million birds.

But the recently published State of Nature report finds that wildlife con nues to decline, with 1 in 6 species at risk of being lost from Great Britain. Birds are especially badly affected, with almost half of species ‐ 43% ‐currently endangered.

With birds now facing so many challenges due to the nature and climate emergency, every count ma ers.

This year’s event marks 45 years since the first Big Garden Birdwatch. Star ng in 1979, it has since become a much‐loved annual event, that gives the RSPB a valuable snapshot of how our garden birds are doing in the UK. Over that me, 185 million birds have been counted and nearly 11.5 million hours spent watching and coun ng garden birds.

House Sparrows celebrated their 20th year as the number one bird spo ed in UK gardens in 2023. While nearly 1.5 million were spo ed across the January weekend, House Sparrows have sadly suffered severe declines. In fact, the number spo ed in gardens has dropped by nearly 60% since the Big Garden Birdwatch first began in 1979.

There are lots of ways you can help birds and other wildlife near you. Whatever outdoor space you have, you can provide a safe space for nature by providing food, water and shelter. For top tips for making the most of your outdoor space, visit the RSPB website and search Nature on Your Doorstep.

How to join in?

This year’s event takes place on 26th, 27th and 28th January 2024. To take part, watch the birds on your balcony, in your garden or in your local green space for one hour at some point over the three days.

The RSPB produces a free Big Garden Birdwatch guide, which includes a bird identification chart, top tips for your birdwatch, plus advice on how to help you attract wildlife to your outdoor space. Visit: www.rspb.org.uk/birdwatch

Chair Report 2023

at Glebelands Community Centre, by Lilian Holdsworth

It has been an exci ng year of both significant achievements and change. On 14th November we received the excellent news of being granted Charitable Status and we all are most thankful to Lilian Holdsworth for her hard work and tenacity in achieving this excellent result.

This Charitable Status has numerous benefits for the Trustees, (namely Christopher Jackson, Lilian Holdsworth, Michael Foster‐Bap ste and Simon Ash), in terms of their desire to enhance and improve the Centre’s facili es for the benefit of the Ferring Community.

We will now start a fundraising programme and adopt a five‐year plan of significant improvements and refurbishments.

However, improvements have already started, and we are very pleased to announce comple on of the new disabled toilet and baby changing room. I would like to thank Carole Robertson for her vision, planning and excellent project management in delivering this important facility.

In the New Year we are going online with our booking and invoicing system and following a recent mee ng with our respected hirers, we will also start to address their ideas as to how to improve this valuable Community asset.

The Centre’s hiring and booking demand remains healthy and finances stable, but our

refurbishment ambi ons will require significant funding, hopefully facilitated by the numerous grants available for Village Community Centres with Charitable Status.

We have benefited from a strong team of Trustees and I thank them all for their dedica on and commitment which, as you know, is given in a voluntary capacity to the Ferring Community. Sadly we say goodbye to Carole who has given excep onal service, dedica on and love to all that is involved in managing Glebelands Community Centre. We are all forever grateful for her stepping up when it appeared that this facility was to close, and she has led the transforma on from a redundant asset into today’s success.

Liz Malcolm has also done an excellent job as Secretary and has worked hard to manage all the correct documents and procedures required to help run an efficient organisa on.

I am posi ve for the future of Glebelands and op mis c that with addi onal help from much‐needed volunteers, we will con nue to flourish for The Ferring Community.

When bathing becomes a struggle, it’s me to make a change

Crea ng a home that caters to the needs of older or less abled individuals is paramount, directly influencing their dignity and overall wellbeing. Essen al ac vi es such as entering and exi ng the house, naviga ng within, and accessing bathing facili es all impact daily life. Recognising when these tasks become challenging is crucial and this is the point when home improvements or adapta ons should be considered.

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ffordability can be a concern for many, but a Government backed Disabled Facili es Grant (DFG) can award up to £30,000 for home altera ons, ensuring independence and safety.

With over 24 years’ experience crea ng accessible bathrooms, AHM Installa ons Ltd ‐ a family‐run company, guides customers through the process of finding a bathing solu on to improve daily life and overall wellbeing. With a founda on in caregiving and mobility, their mission is rooted in easing challenges, always finding solu ons regardless of budget constraints. Quite o en a full renova on is not necessary, and more o en than not a few adapta ons, such as installing grab rails or a walk‐in shower, can be enough to improve someone’s bathing rou ne.

AHM knows it can feel daun ng naviga ng home improvements, which is why they provide guidance at every step. Their friendly home surveyors visit customers to understand their bathing challenges, offering custom solu ons within budget. Their commitment to excellence is evident in their 'Excellent' ra ng on Trustpilot.

Founded by Simon and Julie Symcox in 1999, drawing on her nursing experience and Simon’s background in the mobility industry, they decided to create a company which truly takes pride in guiding customers through the installa on of new bathroom equipment. Their genuine desire to alleviate individual struggles underscores their mission, with an unwavering belief in finding solu ons regardless of the budget or situa on.

If you would like a brochure or would like to know more about how AHM Installa ons could help you, call their friendly team on 01903 251480 or visit www.ahminstalla ons.co.uk

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Worthing submits applica ons to protect its coastline

Two applica ons seeking improved protec on for Worthing’s coastal waters have been submi ed to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). A er collec ng data throughout the summer along with its team of ci zen scien sts, Worthing Borough Council has submi ed applica ons to designate two popular sec ons of shoreline as bathing areas.

The areas in ques on are the stretch of shore opposite Beach House Grounds and Sea Lane, Goring, which the council hopes to designate as official bathing waters as part of its commitment to deliver cleaner and healthier waters for its residents and visitors.

Designa on could help the town achieve the highest bathing water classifica on by requiring the Environment Agency to test the seawater for bacteria during the bathing season (May to September) ‐ a move which would help iden fy sources of pollu on and hold those responsible to account.

The council and its team of volunteers were le   frustrated in the summer a er Defra made a number of key changes to the applica on criteria seven weeks into the bathing season.

But thanks to a late spell of hot weather, the council was able to gather all the data it required to complete its applica ons. This includes evidence of at least 100 bathers using the water on two separate days, photographs and consulta on feedback from residents.

The council would like to thank the volunteers who have each invested hours over the summer to help contribute to both bathing water applica ons.

Cllr Vicki Wells, Worthing’s cabinet member for the environment, said: “Firstly, I’d like to say a huge thank you to the resident volunteers who all stepped up to help our local environment. They were a familiar sight on our beaches over the bathing season and recorded more than 88

hours of bathing surveys for two compelling applica ons. The inexplicable change of criteria by Defra meant an addi onal 44 hours of surveys were rendered useless, which was hugely frustra ng.

“The addi on of two new bathing water designa ons is key to improving the standard of our coastal waters. We want our coastline to be a place where our communi es and nature can thrive. Extra water quality monitoring is an essen al step in the right direc on.

“I look forward to receiving Defra’s final review of our applica ons ahead of next summer’s bathing season.”

The council has completed its applica ons with significant detail in the hope of avoiding last year’s disappointment when its designa on applica on for the sec on of shore opposite Beach House Grounds was rejected.

A er seeking clarifica on, the council was eventually informed that the bather numbers recorded at that site were insufficient ‐ despite Defra having not specified a threshold for a successful applica on at that  me.

The council will learn whether its applica ons for this year have been successful before May 2024.

Lansdowne Nurseries Update

by Sir Peter Bo omley MP

The Secretary of State, Michael Gove MP, has agreed the ‘need to ensure that se lements like Worthing, Ferring, Angmering and East Preston have the green belts around them protected. A longstanding campaign has been against the opportunis c a empts to build on the green gaps naturally dividing our dis nct communi es and providing green lungs for residents.

We join in suppor ng sensible developments of vital, new, good‐quality homes through ac ve engagement and coopera on with local residents and conserva ons groups and not concre ng over every green gap and community space in our already  ghtly bounded local area.

Plans for 70 homes to be built on green space surrounding Lansdowne Nursery were rejected by Arun District Council in March, earlier this year. The developer, unhappy with this decision, submi ed an appeal to the Secretary of State which went to a hearing on the 17th of October.

need our green spaces cemented over. There is no jus fica on to threaten every field, vineyard, nursery and golf club providing community space and green lungs along the south coast. We have to protect the environment.

The day before, on the 16th of October, I asked for reassurance from the Secretary of State that green fields between dis nct communi es ma er. The Secretary of State, Michael Gove, gave a clear answer to my ques on, sta ng that we ‘need to ensure that se lements have the green belts around them protected.’

At the inspector's hearing, his words were read out, disappoin ng the appellants, the developer, and their expensive legal team and se ng in mo on the Inspectorate’s decision. We share in recognising the need for more homes. The new homes we need should be in the centre of villages, towns and ci es where elderly people can choose to live without the need for a car. We need starter homes for new families which could be above shops and offices and near employment opportuni es. We don’t

The Planning Inspectorate agreed that the development would harm the character and appearance of the area, giving rise to intrusive sprawl and eroding the character and nature of our communi es here in Worthing and Arun.

The Inspectorate also saw through the absurd sugges on that 'concre ng over the green space at Lansdowne would offer net gains in biodiversity'.

This signals the end of this chapter and this wanton and egregious a empt to concrete over this necessary green gap between dis nct communi es.

Thank you to all who have been involved in this important campaign. We win many ba les: we can't win them all but we win more when we work together.

Alan Cross

Treasurer South Downs Film Makers

Terry Gilliam’s Monty Python anima ons inspired Alan to develop his own photos as a kid and he has never stopped. A er he graduated in Architecture at Sheffield University, his band Chakk was signed to MCA. Some of their songs topped UK and US Dance Charts. From the music business he moved into filmmaking and a ended the London Screenwri ng Fes val. His 2016 film “Bench By The Sea” won Best Film at Sussex Film Fes val. Alan also flies drone ops ‐  clients include GSK, Hollyoaks and The Na onal Trust. He loves crea ng audio‐visual work. His Art, inves ga ng the analogue‐digital transi on, has featured in London Art Fes vals. Alan joined SDFM in 2015. While everyone can use Facebook, YouTube and TikTok, nothing beats being in a room with like‐minded filmmakers. Come and join us!

What is your favourite local restaurant? My husband and I got married and had our evening meal at Andalucia Tapas Bar in Ferring. There were 6 of us and we made great memories!

What is your idea of perfect happiness? Happiness is a state of mind. Life can be horrible but always have hope and faith that things will change. Don’t wait for happiness to arrive; choose it and refuse to surrender to sadness.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

When I was eleven years old the Na onal Child Development Study asked us to write about what we would be doing in our thir es. I forecast that I had moved to America, was happily married and managing an aluminium cladding company. Li le did I know!

What is the best job you have ever done? DJing at Home in Sydney for the Harbour Party at Mardi Gras. Awesome.

What is your favourite piece of music? The language of the soul has infinite highlights! “Was That All It Was” by Jean Carn is a beau ful disco song about a one‐night stand. I love piano ‐ Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No.8 in C minor, Pathe que 2nd Movement is stunning; equally Erik Sa e’s Gymnopédie. Also early Stevie Wonder, Oscar Peterson, Herbie Hancock, Bowie and Bacharach. The list is endless.

What makes you unhappy? Ignorance, narrow‐mindedness, oppression, homophobia, pointlessly long outgoing telephone messages, greed, health and safety madness, enforced wokery, corporate bullying…and running out of milk.

Which living person do you most admire?

Sir Elton John does so much for charity. I admire how he has ended his showbiz life to devote me to his children – inspira onal.

What is the best advice you have ever been given? Our Nan always said: “M.U.F.T.I” meaning: Money Up Front Terribly Important –always get a 50% deposit for your work! What is your favourite film? Why? The Wizard of Oz has the perfect theme: “there’s no place like home”. It shows us how to appreciate what we have.

Who would you invite to your dream dinner party? For heated debate: Madonna, Quen n Crisp, JFK, Marilyn Monroe, Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama, Princess Diana, Elton John, Boy George, David Bowie, my husband and myself (Pu n can wash up).

What keeps you awake at night? Anxiety! Thinking about all the things I need to do and the lack of  me to do them!

Do you have a claim to fame? I once sat in a dressing room beneath an off Broadway theatre alongside Joan Rivers a er her show and we watched OJ Simpson being chased along the freeway, while my friend removed Joan’s stage wig to fix her grey hair. Hilarious and surreal. What would your mo o be? K.I.S.S – Keep It Simple, Stupid!

What is the most important lesson life has taught you? Enjoy every day – it’s over in a flash!

Li lehampton Bonfire Future under threat

a er 11th hour cancella on

Last October the Li lehampton Bonfire Society had to cancel their tradi onal torchlight parade, bonfire and fireworks event due to adverse weather condi ons and flooding in the area. The fire service naturally had to a end to these emergencies and could not guarantee the society the support it required to run a safe event.

This cancella on caused a massive financial loss to the Society and they are genuinely unsure they will be able to survive. The society (LBS) were running at 100% of cost prior to cancella on. LBS make no secret of the fact that their event is expensive. Costs rise annually and were to have been approximately £31,000 last year. A full event would therefore cost roughly £33,000 in 2024. In cancelling the event they did not recoup all of the money back. They es mate that even having cancelled the event that it will cost roughly £15,000. This will significantly reduce their company savings and puts in jeopardy the en re future of the event.

LBS's annual bonfire event is extremely popular and brings people from far and wide to join the celebra on.

It is a local tradi on with a 71 year history. It brings income to the town and to local businesses.

It is a feather in the cap for Li lehampton, something that not many other towns have.

The parade offers a rare opportunity for local groups, clubs and businesses to showcase themselves.

This annual event gives something to the community ‐ a rarity these days.

Last year LBS had a racted 33 different groups to join the parade from as far afield as London and The Isle of Wight.

The Li lehampton Bonfire Society is a part of a longstanding tradi on in Sussex and a member of the Sussex Associa on.

The bonfire socie es of 9 Sussex towns were to have a ended our event in 2023. Every year we see such tradi ons gradually dilute and slowly disappear.

Li lehampton lost its summer carnival parade

just over 10 years ago ‐ we do not wish to lose this event also!

The Society has genuine concern for the future of the event. The commi ee are looking at a variety of op ons going forward. They are seeking sponsorship from a variety of sources ‐  this ar cle being one of those. LBS has set the date of 7th February by which they hope to have raised in the region of £10,000. If they fall short of this target then they will not be able to begin to plan for a full parade, bonfire and fireworks event for 2024 and it will likely never return.

If you wish to support the Li lehampton Bonfire Society to be able to go forward then now is the  me to get behind them ‐ if you wait, then it may well be too late. The society has to raise a minimum of £10,000 by 7th February or their pla num jubilee event in 2022 is highly likely to have been the last event of its kind in the town.

To donate please use this QR code, speak to Mr Tyndall Jones in the sports shop in the town or visit their website.

See www.li lehamptonbonfiresociety.co.uk for more informa on. Thank you for your invaluable support!

£100,000 Charity Giveaway

Thirty‐four Sussex chari es shared a £100,000 dona on from re red East Preston businessman David Hunt. The proposal was adver sed in the Sussex press and on social media, and over 150 applica ons were received.

The money was to be divided amongst the most rewarding chari es and community projects that would apply. It was decided to make approximately 30 awards ranging from £20,000 down to £1,000.

A selec on panel debated the merits of each applica on and finally se led on 34 Award Winners. There was not one clear winner for the £20,000 grant so it was decided to have two £10,000 grants.

The Trustees awarded the two top grants of £10,000 to Cancer United, which provides suppor ve community services for those affected by cancer, and Worthing Mencap which champions the rights and provides support to people with learning disabili es.

The grant awards were distributed at an inspiring ceremony held on Wednesday 22nd November, when representa ves of the selected chari es a ended to receive their grant. David chose the pres gious Ham Manor Golf Club, an elegant Grade II listed building, as the venue for the Award presenta on

A light buffet was served for the award winners together with their guests. The services of a local professional photographer were engaged, Jacqueline Rackman, who offered her services for free together with her associate Clifford.

The ceremony commenced at 3pm, the MC was Dr Lucy Brennan, a Trustee, aided by fellow trustee Catherine Mackenzie who presented the cheques. Also helping were Trustees Jules, Rachael and Debbie. Every award winner was given the opportunity to give a brief descrip on

of their own charity. Then there were a few words with the founder, David Hunt, now a wheelchair user due to spinal cord damage.

Some of the lucky recipients of the funding were Arun Counselling Service awarded £3,000, Li lehampton Shopmobility awarded £1,899, Crea ve Heart awarded £2,000, Friends of St Mary’s Church East Preston awarded £2,000,, CYCALL awarded £2,000, Wellspring awarded £1,000, Acorn Pregnancy Centre awarded £2,500, 4Sight Vision Support awarded £2,815, Waves Music Therapy awarded £2,000 and Ferring Country Centre awarded £5,000.

David was prompted into saying a few words at the end and gave his reasons for giving money to charity. He explained that it was his own poor upbringing which encouraged him to feel empathy with the less fortunate and his desire to help impoverished people. He hopes to carry on his philanthropic work and is excited to launch the new £100,000 Giveaway as an annual community grant scheme, funds permi ng, for the people of Sussex and hopefully next year to include Surrey as well.

Catherine Mackenzie, Dr Lucy Brennan, Jules Chatterton, Rachael Oram Front, David Hunt (Founder)

Warm Welcome Space

The Salva on Army already provide a Cuppa N Chat drop‐in every Monday but now we are offering a Warm Welcome Space to everyone in the community ‐ a friendly space to keep warm, meet up with old friends and make new friends. The Salva on Army Worthing has joined the na onal Warm Welcome Campaign, a movement for good that exists to turn isola on into warmth and welcome through the power of spaces like ours.

Almost four million people in the UK experience chronic loneliness. The winter is especially tough on people already feeling lonely and isolated. We are here to help, offering everyone a warm, welcoming, free and safe space in the centre of Worthing. The Salva on Army Welcome In Community Centre, 11 Crescent Road, will be open every Monday (except bank holidays) 10.00am – 1.00pm offering free beverages, biscuits, newspapers, puzzles and board games. We rely on the generous support of volunteers to keep our doors open to people needing support. We need more volunteers, so we are calling on the community to come join our

amazing volunteer team. Please get in touch and join us. Volunteering at a Warm Welcome Space is rewarding and fulfilling. It’s an opportunity to see first‐hand the real value that spaces like ours can bring to people’s lives. Along with providing warmth, it’s a chance to help people to connect, make friends and leave with a smile on their face. For more informa on call 01903 234497 or email Worthing@salva onarmy.org.uk

A New Year of Scalextric Racing in Goring

Sources at the North Pole tell us that Santa delivered quite a few Scalextric sets to this part of West Sussex on Christmas Eve. If you’re a brand‐new or well‐established Scalextric devotee, then Worthing HO Racing have a packed schedule of slot car events throughout 2024.

Star ng on Wednesday 3rd January – and then con nuing on the first Wednesday of every month – is the popular evening of HO scale racing, using Micro Scalextric style cars on four‐lane tracks. This format is ideal for beginners and younger racers as a first taste of slot car club racing.

Two weeks later – on Wednesday 17th January – the bigger Scalextric digital cars make their first appearance of the year. Featuring six cars racing on two lanes, overtaking, pit stops and complex strategy, the learning curve for this type of racing is rather steeper. However, the club offers a pair of evenings in January and February that are perfect to learn the fundamentals of Scalextric digital racing.

These events take place at the English Martyrs Church Hall in Goring, with doors opening at

6.30pm for prac ce. Racing starts at 7 o’clock and ends by 9.30pm. Entry is £3 for adults and £2 for under‐16s. All equipment is provided.

The club asks that racers aged under 14 bring a responsible adult with them.

For more informa on, visit the club’s website at www.whoracing.org.uk. You can also email any ques ons to whoracing@hotmail.co.uk and follow the Worthing HO Racing Facebook page.

Volunteer Fair 2024

Saturday 13th January 2024, Rustington

Methodist Church

Are you interested in volunteering but not sure how to find out more about it? Perhaps you’re thinking about how to open some new doors and make a change for 2024? Come along to our Volunteer Fair and meet lots of local organisations who will be able to answer all of your questions about volunteering and tell you about the roles they have available. Why should you consider volunteering? Well, it’s a great way to make new friends for a start! But there’s way more to it – you can learn new skills or perhaps bring your existing skills to an organisation and really make a difference in your community. Not only that, but volunteering is GOOD FOR YOU! Research has shown that giving your time to others leads to better cognition, better general and mental health as well as maybe even having a longevity effect in older adults.

A new study in the Journal of Happiness also found that as well as the health benefits, people that volunteered felt happier and more fulfilled in their daily lives. Seemingly, the more

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time they invested and the length of time they gave only increased the effect.

In the current cost of living crisis our local charities and community groups have never been more important. Even just a few hours of your time a month will make a huge difference to them, to you and to all the people those organisations help.

The Volunteer Fair is organised by Voluntary Action Arun and Chichester and takes place from 10.30am‐1.30pm on Saturday 13th January at Rustington Methodist Church, Claigmar Road, Rustington, BN16 2NL. Come and speak to local organisations who are looking for volunteers JUST LIKE YOU! For more information scan the QR code.

Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rustington, BN16 3HB

6th November

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No Fair in January 5th February

10am - 3.30pm

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

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Local Pet Shop win Business of the Year Award at the Adur & Worthing Business Awards

On Friday 10th November 2023, the 15th Adur & Worthing Business Awards took centre stage at The Pavilion, Worthing. An evening of celebra on unfolded, uni ng almost 400 a endees from local businesses who eagerly awaited the announcement of the award winners. This event has firmly established itself as one of the most pres gious events in the local business calendar, and this year did not disappoint.

A endees were treated to a deligh ul three‐course dinner courtesy of Piglets Pantry, and the evening's ambience was set in style with a fabulous 'Mamma Mia!’ themed performance by Encore Entertainment. The quality of entries this year was nothing short of excep onal, a testament to the thriving business community in Adur & Worthing. The evening was hosted by the esteemed writer and broadcaster, Simon Fanshawe OBE, whose engaging presence ensured that guests were entertained throughout.

The coveted Overall Business of the Year Award was presented to the triumphant Brown’s Natural Pet Stores (pictured right). Brown’s is a passionate advocate for pets' health and happiness, providing all‐natural solu ons and a commitment to nature‐inspired well‐being. With years of exper se and a comprehensive product range, Brown’s Natural Pet Store is a shining example of excellence in the pet care industry and a deserving recipient of the Overall Business Award further cemen ng the company’s status as an industry leader.

Other winners were: Business in the Community: Winner Julian Church & Associates Ltd with James & James Estate Agents awarded Highly Commended, Customer Service: Winner Brown’s Pet Store, Highly Commended Sussex Pond Doctor, Best Food: Winner Casa Ciro and Best Drink: Winner Jones Coffee Co.

As a not‐for‐profit organisa on, the Adur & Worthing Business Awards are organised by dedicated commi ee of successful local

businesspeople from organisa ons like Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd (ETI), JSPC Computer Services, Seagull Travel, Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce, and Adur & Worthing Councils.

Tracie Davey, CEO of Worthing & Adur Chamber, said: “Adur and Worthing’s businesses are vital to our local economy, and these awards shine a light on their hard work and achievements. Many congratula ons to all the winners and to everyone who made it to the finals, and huge thanks to our sponsors and partners for their support.”

In addi on to recognising excep onal business talents, this year's awards event extended its support to Chestnut Tree House. A fundraising ini a ve held before and during the ceremony raised a remarkable £4,207 + gi  aid for this fantas c cause.

The Reconstruc on of Arundel Castle

Exhibi on at Arundel Museum

Here at Arundel Museum, we have various exci ng events scheduled for 2024! Even though Arundel Castle itself is closed for the winter, the Museum is showcasing an exhibi on on its reconstruc on by Duke Henry in the late 19th century.

The story of the rebuilding is one not previously covered and includes fascina ng insights on the people and technology that went into construc ng the castle we see today. The exhibi on opened in October and we’ve received great feedback – it con nues un l April 2024, normal hours are 10am to 4pm every day. Please check our website for more up‐to‐date informa on.

The Museum is also proud to announce we have been awarded a Na onal Lo ery Heritage Fund grant for a project covering the English Civil War in southern England. Beginning in early 2024, this will include delivery to local schools, talks for adults, learning the music and songs of the era, with the Museum hos ng an exhibi on which opened in October. Please

FERRING

VILLAGE MARKET

Our market is the hub of the community on Wednesday mornings.

Selling cakes, savouries, preserves, cra , plants, fruit and veg.

All produced by the members.

Do you like to cook, would you be interested in cooking for us?

Why not pay us a visit between 9.30 and 10am to meet the team and have a chat.

Our market re‐opens on Wednesday January 17th 2024 10 – 11am in Ferring Village Hall.

Hope to see you there.

check our website to learn more!

In addi on, we have our usual schedule of events covering a wide range of ac vi es for all ages, plus exhibits covering 2,000 years of Arundel history; we look forward to seeing you!

Goring Friendship Centre looking for volunteers

Goring Friendship Centre meets on a Wednesday at 12.30pm in Goring Methodist Church Hall, Bury Drive, Goring.

50 or more elderly people come each week and have a three‐course meal with fruit juice, tea and coffee. The cost of the meal is £7. There is a lovely friendly atmosphere where people can enjoy the company of other folk whilst they have the lovely meal our chef provides.

We are indebted to our volunteers who work in the kitchen and wait on the tables and are very grateful for the help they give.

We should be very pleased to have more volunteers on a Wednesday in the kitchen or serving the meals. This would not involve each week as we have a rota system for our volunteers. If you are interested or would like to come along to the Friendship Centre please phone 01903 200143 for more details.

Saturday 13th January 2024 10.30am-1.30pm

Rustington Methodist Church, Claigmar Rd, Rustington, BN16 2NL

Come and speak to local organisations who are looking for volunteers JUST LIKE YOU! For

Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones is a ladies’ social club based in Rus ngton. The club started in the late 1980’s as a spin off from `Mums and Toddlers’. When the babies grew up and went to school, the mums, having formed strong friendships over the years, wanted a club of their own, and Stepping Stones was formed.

We s ll have some of the founder members a ending regularly. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday a ernoon of each month (except in August), in the large hall of Rus ngton Methodist Church, Claigmar Road, for a 2.30pm start. We have a variety of speakers and social a ernoons, finishing at about 4pm a er refreshments of tea and biscuits and a general chat.

Each week we have a `sales table’, for bring and buy items, or a Raffle. This raises money for our elected local charity of the year. Monies collected are presented at our AGM, followed by a `Silent Auc on’ to start off our fund towards the following year’s charity. The charity for 2022/2023 was Demen a Research. In past years we have donated to the `OUTSINGCANCER’ choir, `Safe In Sussex’ which

is the Women’s Refuge in Li lehampton, managing to give support with money, bedding, toys, household goods and cosme cs throughout the two years of lockdown. The Air Ambulance, the RNLI and the Macmillan Nurses are just some of the chari es to have benefi ed over the last 30‐plus years.

We are essen ally a ladies’ group, but husbands and partners are invited to a end mee ngs when the Speaker’s subject is thought to be of interest to them.

Visitors are guaranteed a warm welcome with two taster visits before they need to think about joining.

For more informa on, please contact the Club Secretary Pamela Peck on 01903 731356 or by email at pandnpeck@gmail.com

Tide Times Worthing January

Local groups celebrate funding success

Groups from across Worthing have come together to build connec ons and celebrate their successful bids for funding from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Neighbourhood Fund. Over £577,000 from Worthing Borough Council’s CIL Neighbourhood Fund was successfully bid for by 45 community groups and voluntary sector organisa ons in September last year.

Groups have already started using the money on a range of projects that improve the lives of residents in the town, with others developing plans to get their projects up and running in the new year.

At the celebra on event, representa ves from Dad La Soul, Humber Avenue Community Allotments, Sight Support Worthing and West Tarring Young People's Hub spoke about their projects, as well as the work they do in the community and how this funding is helping to support them.

The audience of over 70 people was shown progress photos and videos and heard powerful tes monials. There was also a chance to ask ques ons as part of a panel session designed to help groups learn from each other.

Soul and gospel choir Spring into Soul, which was awarded funding to host a month of events to celebrate Worthing Black History Month in October, topped off the celebra ons with a couple of songs before groups were given the chance to network.

A recurring theme throughout the night was the groups’ desire to collaborate by sharing resources, partnering on projects and even helping each other apply for other funding opportuni es.

Community Works, a local organisa on that supports the voluntary community and social enterprise sector, also spoke about the advice, support, learning and networking opportuni es it can offer.

The CIL Neighbourhood Fund is collected as a levy from developers building in the local area, to offset the impact felt by residents. As part of its commitment to being a council for the community, last year Worthing Borough Council began speaking with community groups to find out how the fund can be made fairer, more transparent and easier to bid for grants from.

As a result, the fund was expanded to cover a wider area of Worthing, assessment panels made up of ward councillors and selected community groups were introduced and an expression of interest stage was created.

Cllr Carl Walker, the deputy leader of Worthing Borough Council, said: “We wanted to give groups the chance to celebrate the valuable work that they are doing in our communi es and a space to talk about their projects with their peers. It was great to see so many developing useful connec ons on the night and discovering how they can work together.

“Councillors and officers redeveloped the CIL Neighbourhood Fund alongside the community at a series of engagement events, but the learning doesn’t stop there. Groups filled out evalua on forms a er the event and council officers captured the common themes that emerged on the night so we can make the fund even more accessible next year.”

The council will be following up on the progress of the successful projects and will give residents regular updates via its website and social media pla orms.

Visit h ps://www.adur‐worthing.gov.uk/ worthing‐cil/neighbourhood‐fund/#summary‐of ‐bids to find out more about the fund.

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