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Plant Centre & Farm Shop Open: Tuesday – Sunday, 9.00am – 5.30pm Café Open: Tuesday – Sunday, 9.00am – 4.30pm
Henfield Road Poynings, Brighton BN45 7AY
Kathryn has been working in horticulture since the age of 16 and has decades of experience in how to get the most out of your garden this month!
• Prune bush and climbing roses early in the month, and feed with rose feed
• Plant summer flowering bulbs such as gladioli and lilies
• Plant onions and shallots
• Plant early potatoes such as Rocket, Pentland Javelin and Swift
• Cut back herbaceous perennials and ornamental grasses that have been left standing over winter
• Start off dahlia tubers in pots or trays of damp peat-free compost but make sure they are protected from frost.
• Feed ericaceous shrubs, such as rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias with an ericaceous fertiliser
• Cut dogwoods and willows right down to the base to promote vigorous new growth
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AnEveningwith RobinInce
7thMay7.30pm,Church ofStAndrew&St Cuthman,Steyning Joincomedian, broadcasterandwriter RobinInceforanevening ofentertainingand insightfuldiscussion aboutneurodiversity.
VEDay80th
Anniversary Celebrations
3rdMay7pm, TheHenfieldHall Greatentertainment,alight supperandglassof Prosecco,singing,dancing andcelebration!Tickets£20 fromStevensEstateAgents.
ToolSharpeningWorkshop
10thMay10am-12noon,AshurstVillageHall Inthispracticalandfriendlyworkshop,you’ll learnhowtosharpenyourtoolswithconfidence.
VE&VJDays-80yearsanniversary exhibition 6thMay,StPeter'sChurch TheentiredisplaycoveringVEandVJDayshasbeen updatedwithadditionalnewmaterialfor2025.
HenfieldBowlingClubOpenDay
11thMay10am-12noon,HenfieldBowlingClub Thisisagreatopportunitytovisittheclub,see theirfacilitiesandgivelawnbowlsatry.
Henfield'sDayofCare&Wellbeing
10thMay10am-5pm,RedOaksCareHome, TheHooks. Findouthowtoimproveyourmental andphysicalhealthandsupportthecommunity.
TheGeographyofArt
12thMay2.30pm-3.45pm,TheHenfieldHall JoinTheArtsSocietyHenfieldforthismonths talk,“GeologyandPainting:TheGeographyof Art”byStephenTaylor
ZumbaGoldwithJo
15thMay8.45am-9.30am,HenfieldLeisure Centre
ZumbaGoldisespeciallydesignedtooffera low-impactworkoutthatdoesn’tcompromise onthefunfactor
HenfieldProbus Club
20thMay12noon, TheWhiteHart Monthlymeetingof semi/retiredprofessional andbusinesspeople,guests arewelcometocomeandfind outmore.
HenfieldGardenClubSpring PlantSale
17thMay10am-12noon,TheHenfieldHall Coffeemorningplusafantasticvarietyofplants forsaleatbargainprices.
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Woodmancote andHenfieldWI
21stMay2pm-4.15pm, HenfieldHall Joinusforafunand competitiveafternoon ofboardgamesplus teaandcake!
GoodAsNew Sale
24thMay1pm-3pm, TheHenfieldHall TheWarrenPlaygroup isholdingitsgoodas newsalefullof children’sclothesand toys,amazingraffle prizesandacakesale.
SussexCheese&WineEvening
24thMay7pm-9pm,AlbourneWineEstate Aneveninghighlightingtheaward-winningHigh WealdDairywithacarefullycuratedcheese tastingandpairedwineflight.
24thMay 11am-3pm,GreatBetley FarmhouseBN59QT Enjoyaglassoffizzand explorethisgorgeous 16thcenturyruralvenueand grounds,withgardengames, musicandchattosuppliers aboutyourspecialday.
Restaurant Celebrates Double Recognition with AA Rosette & BRAVO Award
Prestigious accolade marks milestone for South Downs establishment
TERRA Restaurant has been awarded its first AA Rosette following an inspection by a nationally recognised AA Inspector recently. The prestigious accolade comes as a significant milestone for the South Downs establishment.
Team Leadership Celebrates Achievement
Helen Pomery, Director of TERRA Restaurant, expressed her pride in the team's achievement. "This recognition is the result of four years of really pushing our team to be the best they can be and receiving this long awaited accolade is the biggest reward for them. Ultimately our guest feedback drives us forward every day and helps push us even further in our mission to receive our next Rosette, our journey has only just begun," she said.
Plethora of award nominations & achievements
Executive Head Chef Chris Hilton shared similar sentiments, saying, "I'm over the moon and so proud to have been part of the journey that Tottington Manor and TERRA Restaurant has been on so far and I continue to be very excited about what the future holds, there is more to come."
Sustainability Recognition
The AA Rosette announcement arrived just a week before another significant honour for the restaurant. Restaurants Brighton, organisers of the highly regarded local hospitality equivalent of the Oscars, awarded TERRA its first BRAVO Award for Most Sustainable Restaurant. Despite facing strong competition, the restaurant's commitment to sustainable hospitality has been a primary focus since its inception.
Commitment to local sourcing & sustainability
The establishment has prioritised eliminating fossil fuels, reducing waste, and sourcing locally, with 90% of their food menu featuring Sussex ingredients and 25% of their drinks and wine list showcasing local offerings. This approach not only supports the local economy but, as Helen says, “it feels like the right thing to do”.
Building on their achievements, TERRA was nominated in five BRAVO categories in 2025: Best Sussex Restaurant, Best Team, Best Wine List, Best Sunday Roast, and Most Sustainable. The restaurant secured Top 10 positions in four categories and placed in the Top 20 for all five nominations out of thousands of contenders. Their most notable achievements included winning Most Sustainable Restaurant and placing second for Best Sussex Restaurant.
About TERRA restaurant
TERRA Restaurant Sussex is an AA Rosette standard South Downs facing restaurant at Tottington Manor which fully caters for events and has an AA 4 Star Restaurant with Rooms Award.
The TERRA team with their BRAVO award
Spring & Summer Menu - Pea Gnocchi
Special Spring Lunch Menu Available Monday-Saturday Two Courses £17.00 / Three Courses £24.50
Starters:
Sweet Chili Beef
Sesame soy noodle salad
Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
Crunchy Salad (v)
Soup of the Day
Crusty Ciabatta (v)
Main Courses:
Lamb & Bacon Barley Hash
Cheesy colcannon mash & warm bread
Salmon & Coconut Green Curry
Steamed rice, sweetcorn fritter
Triple Cheese Macaroni Bites
Sweet potato, ketchup and mixed leaves (v) Desserts:
Fresh Fruit Salad (v) Dessert of the Day
Our food contains Allergens which are displayed on our printed Menus
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Charity & Community News
Henfield Hall News
At the Hall we’re looking forward to the warmer weather, both the caretakers are already working on the garden. We are lucky enough to have received a very kind donation from the Kindersley Trust in the form of three rather smart garden benches. We are so grateful for this donation, and I am sure they will prove to be a welcome addition to our Hall users during what we hope will be a glorious summer. The Henfield Hal Garden will be open on 7 June as part of the Henfield Festival of Gardens & Arts, with music, art and Pimm’s. Please come along and see us.
Perhaps you are planning a summer party, why not have a look at the lovely Garden Room, you can relax and enjoy your special occasion. We can recommend local caterers, arrange for the bar to be open (conditions apply) and for a small fee we can clear up afterwards! Contact us and arrange a viewing or have a look online where you can instantly see what dates are available and make a booking.
May will bring our fabulous V.E. Day event with Three Penny Piece and Jiving Jim Dandy on 3rd May. Further ahead watch out for our fabulous July 4th event, yes, we know it’s an American celebration, but we have a super entertainer lined up and a chance to dance the night away! At the Hall we love any excuse to have a get together with our fabulous Henfield residents!
Caroline Allan – Hall Administrator
St Peter’s Church Fete is back!
Put a date in your diaries, the Parish of St Peter’s Henfield, with St Giles’ Shermanbury and St Peter’s Woodmancote Summer Fete is back! Everyone is welcome to the Vicarage Garden, Church Lane Henfield (opposite St. Peter’s Church) where there will be traditional stalls, afternoon teas, music, entertainment, tombolas, gifts and lots of family fun.
The Fete takes place on Saturday 28th June from 2-4.30pm, we look forward to seeing you all there.
Imogen Padfield
David Lloyd Wickwoods completes £3.5 million transformation
David Lloyd Wickwoods, formerly Wickwoods Country Club, is celebrating its £3.5 million Club transformation programme by re-opening the brandnew facilities this March.
General Manager Chloe Johnson said: “The support from our loyal members and dedicated staff throughout this journey has been great. The finished results are fantastic, and I look forward to seeing members enjoying their stunning new facilities. It’s an honour to be General Manager and I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has been working behind the scenes to deliver our wonderful new facilities.”
The Club has been undergoing its transformation since David Lloyd Clubs purchased Wickwoods Country Club in 2023. David Lloyd Wickwoods now features cutting-edge facilities designed to cater to the health and wellness needs of its adult-only members. A brand-new, state-of-the-art gym, plus four stunning new studios including Reformer Pilates, Mind and Body, Group Cycling Studio and a High Energy Studio are amongst the new facilities. The extended Spa Garden, a completely transformed Clubroom and brand new Padel courts have also reopened to members.
The 100+ station gym features the latest fitness technology, including the Intuitive Strength Circuit, which allows members to customise their workouts based on individual needs, and adapts as they grow stronger.
The Club’s market-leading racquet facilities include match-quality tennis and brand new padel courts. Heated indoor and outdoor pools offer aqua classes and bookable lane swimming, as well as a host of wellbeing benefits.
In addition to the fitness facilities, the Club’s luxurious Spa and Spa Garden provides a range of unique experiences including hydrotherapy pools, a Finnish Sauna, Himalayan Salt Sauna, Crystal Steam
room,CitrusSteamroom,plungepool,lounging bedsandastunninggardenwithbeautiful surroundings.
Ontopofthehealth,fitness,andwellnessfacilities, DavidLloydWickwoodsfeaturesanoutdoorterrace andClubroomincludingaBusinessLoungewhere memberscanenjoyworking,relaxingandrefuelling. Adeliciousmenuoffersnutritiousmeals,freshly madesmoothiesandcoffees,allavailabletoordervia theDavidLloydClubs’Appanddelivereddirectlyto thetables.
Formoreinformationandtosecuremembershipat DavidLloydWickwoods,visit: www.davidlloyd.co.uk/wickwoods
LizBartlett
HauntedHenfield: OutNow
Therevisededitionof HauntedHenfieldwas printedin2012and provedextremely popular.Aftercountless enquiriesfromthosewho hadn’tmangedtosecure acopybeforeitsoldout orlaterheardofthis uniquerecordabout strangeandsurprising happeningsinand aroundourvillage,wehavearrangedareprint. Onreadingthisbookyouwillbetransportedbackto earliertimes,withstoriesofhauntingsfromthe SecondWorldWarandfurtherintotheeighteenth century.Wearepleasedtoannouncethatcopiesare nowavailableattheHenfieldMuseum.
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AidtoUkrainethankyou
We’repleasedtoreportthatCeliaEmmottandthe teamfromCorpusChristiChurchsortedand packagedanamazing96boxesofdonationsin March,whicharecurrentlymakingtheirwaytohelp peopleinwar-tornUkraine.Celiareportedthatmany peoplehadreadofthecollectionsinBN5,sothank
youallfornotonlyreading,butrespondingand donating!BN5willlistfuturecollectionssoplease keepaneyeoutonourwebsite.
EmmaCole
QuizSuccess
TheLADYbirdsofHenfieldweresopleasedtohave madejustover£1,000todonatetolocalcharities fromtheirquizlastyearthattheyhavedecidedto makethisanannualevent.WehaveaskedPaul Samrahifhewoulddothehonoursagain,andwe havesettledonFriday13thJune.Putadateinyour diaryforafunandentertainingevening.
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HenfieldSpinning&WeavingCraftGroup
TheHenfieldSpinningandWeavingCraftGrouphas beenmeetingnowforover40years.Initiallywemet ineachother’shomesthen,asthegroupgrew,we startedmeetinginvariousdifferentvenuesinand aroundHenfield,finallysettlingintheGuideHutin StaplesBarnLanewherewehavenowbeenfor severalyears.
Althoughthegroupwassetuporiginallybyandfor spinnersandweavers,wenowalsowelcomeknitters, crochetersandcrafters,whichmakesforavariedand interestinggroup.Wearealwayshappytohelpand encourageeachother,sharingideasandknowledge.
Weenjoygoingtoexhibitions,showsandcraft centresforoutingsandinspirationaswearealways eagertolearnmoreaboutallaspectsofworkingwith wool.Occasionallywehavecraftingdayswherewe gettogethertotryourhandatsomethingnewfrom dyeingtofelting.Everyyearwearrangeaholidayin BritainorEurope,headingforadestinationthathas somesortofconnectiontothecraftswelove.
Weareaveryfriendly,livelygroupandalwaysenjoy celebratingeachother’sbirthdays,andeveryyearwe haveasummerandChristmasparty.Wemeetonthe 1stand3rdWednesdaymorningofthemonthfrom 10.30amto12.30pmandwearehappytowelcome newmemberstoourrelaxedandinformalmeetings. Forfurtherinformation,pleasecontactLindaBrown on07746121967orbeelindi@outlook.com
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Anne Pryor
At BN5 we were sad to hear that Anne Pryor lost her battle with cancer on Sunday 30th March. Anne was diagnosed more than five years ago and her determination to remain fit and well to enjoy life with her children and grandchildren won admiration from many in the village. She was an active member of several Henfield organisations, including Henfield Youth Club, Henfield Lions, Henfield Foodbank and HART, where she gave many hours to the village as a First Responder. Anne was a class teacher at St Peter’s in Cowfold for 17 years, teaching hundreds of young children.
Gardens and Arts Festival: 7-8 June
Henfield will once again be welcoming the Gardens and Arts Festival on the weekend of the 7th and 8th June. This year, around thirty gardens will be opening on one or both days. Several of the gardens will also be hosting artists, craftspeople and musicians, celebrating the creativity that abounds in and around the village.
Entry to the gardens is free, but please have some cash handy. Some of the garden owners will be selling refreshments and plants and collecting optional donations for their favourite charities.
It is poignant that Anne passed away on Mothering Sunday, as her children and grandchildren were the very centre of her life, as was her husband David. Our thoughts are with them all as they navigate life without Anne, who we remember fondly and with enormous admiration.
Rather than flowers, Anne’s family have requested donations to Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity, in her memory.
Emma Cole
Henfield Youth Club Thank You Tea
We had such a lovely afternoon on the 16th March at our Thank You Tea at the Youth Club. Our members
entertained our visitors with music by our resident band and two solos by Lilly-Mae. Other members were busy serving our guests tea, coffee and cake and helping us to clear everything away after.
We were so proud of them all and loved having the opportunity to say a huge thank you to all the fantastic people in our community that support us in so many ways.
Debbie Slaughter
A free Festival booklet containing all the information you need can be picked up from various outlets around the village. The booklet includes a map showing the location of the gardens, and details of which gardens are wheelchair accessible and dog friendly. The booklet can also be downloaded from the Festival website www.henfieldgardensandarts.net
The Gardens and Arts Festival is one of the annual highlights in our community. All we need now is some sunny weather to complete the perfect weekend in Henfield!
Gardens and Arts Organising Committee
Henfield’s VE Day Celebrations There will be an event to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8th May, everyone in the village is welcome to come and join in.
The Beacon at the Rothery Field will be lit at 9.30pm on Thursday 8th May, and the BP Guild will be running a bar from 7pm. The Beacon Lighting will be replicated across the country.
Belinda Samrah, Henfield Parish Council
Henfield Computer Club – Top Tips for Smartphones
Henfield Computer Club invite you to join us for our next presentation on Wed 21st May – Top Tips for using your iPhone & Android Phones.
We often don’t know what we don’t know, so why not come along and find out more about how to get the very best out of your mobile phone. The tips will include; how to keep your phone in a healthy and up to date condition. How to customise your settings to
suityou,howto declutteryourhome screen,howtousethe Appstore,tonamea few.WhatisIOS18,the latestoperatingsystem foriPhone12orhigher. Thepresentationwill includelivedemonstrationsonhowtoaccessthe bestfromyourmobilephone.
JoinusintheGardenRoomatTheHenfieldHallon Wed21stMay10am-12midday,withthepresentation lastingaboutanhour,achancetoaskquestionsand enjoysomerefreshments.Pleasefeelfreetocome along.Entryis£2formembersand£3forguests.
DawnButcher,HenfieldComputerClub
Join4SightVisionSupport’sChallengeoftheYear!
4SightVisionSupport(4SVS)ispreparingforits biggestfundraisingeventoftheyear,itsannualWalk ontheAngmeringParkEstateinWestSussexon Saturday14thJuneat10am.It’safantasticdayout andallfundsraisedwillhelpthecharity’swork providingsupportandspecialistinformationtoWest Sussexresidentswhoareblindorpartiallysighted. Thisyearthereisnoregistrationfee,andthestakes havebeenraisedtoasingle10-milechallenge.4SVS iscallingforasmanyparticipantsaspossible:this maybethelastyeartheWalkisheldinitscurrent formsoit’sagreatchancetovisitsomebeautiful countrysideinanareawhichisnotusuallyopento thepublic.Participantslivingwithsightlossarevery welcome:guidescanbeprovidedifrequiredand 4SVSmaybeabletohelpwithtransport–pleasecall oremailfordetails,andforotheraccessibility information.Dogsarewelcomebutmustbealways keptonleads,andrefreshmentswillbeprovided duringandaftertheWalk.
4SightVisionSupportisaskingparticipantsto pledgeaminimumof£25throughsponsorshipor donation.Pleasecalloremailtoreserveaplace,orif youhaveanyotherquestions,01243838001or fundraising@4sight.org.ukTheFundraisingTeam canalsoprovidesupportwithsettingupanonline fundraisingpage.
Pleasecontact4SVSifyou’dalsoliketofindout moreabouttheirsocialandwalkinggroupsinyour locality.
JulieBranson
AntenatalCoursestartingon Monday12thMay@7pm
Afour-weekcourseledbyaqualifiedandpractising midwife.Aswellaspreparingparentsforthebirth,it isanopportunitytodevelopfriendships.Opento parents-to-be,28weeksormoreintotheir pregnancy.Forfurtherdetails,email henfieldbumptobaby@gmail.com.Wherepossible weaskfora£20donationtowardsourcosts.
Ifyouareinterestedinattendingoneofourfuture antenatalcourses,pleasecontactus,specifyingyour duedateandwewillallocateanappropriatecourse. HenfieldBumptoBabyPlusisrunentirelyby volunteersandisasubgroupofHenfieldCommunity Partnership.
SueWillis,HenfieldBumptoBabyPlus CanyouhelpustomakeHenfielda betterplaceforvisuallyimpaired people?
AccessHenfieldwantstohearfrompeoplewhoare visuallyimpairedandthosewhosupportthemabout whatmakeslifedifficultinHenfieldandwhatcould improveit,forexample:
-Doyouwanttogetoutmorebuthavedifficultywith transportormobility?
-Doclubs,societiesandvenuescatertoyourneeds?
-Canyouaccesstheinformationyouneed?
-Doyouknowwheretogofordifferentkindsofhelp andsupport?
-WouldyouliketojoinaVI-inclusivebookclubor othergroup?
Wewanttohearfromyou!
Pleasesendyourthoughts,ideasandsuggestionsto accesshenfield@gmail.com
JustineJohnstone
HenfieldCricketClubnews
Afteralongwinter,cricketreturnstoTheCommon andHenfieldCricketClubisnowopenforbusiness!
WehavethreeSaturdayteamsandaSunday afternoonfriendlyteam.
OnMondayevenings,theU15splay,U13son ThursdayeveningsandonSundaystheU8s,U9s& U11staketothepitch.OnFridaylateafternoon/early evening,weonceagainoffertheverypopularAllStarscricket(astarteroptionforUnder8s&below). Wearealwayslookingforplayers-men,womenand childrenofanyage.
ThePavilionbar(withthecheapestdrinksinthe village)isopentoeveryone,nomembership required,onhomematchdaysfromaround4pmon SaturdayandSunday.
ToensurethatHenfieldCCcontinuestoprovidethe bestpossibleenvironmentforallagestooenjoy playingcricket,weareaskingforyoursupportto raisemuchneededfunds.TheHorshamDistrict CommunityLotteryisaweeklydrawgivingyouthe opportunitytowincashprizesaswellasproviding fundsfortheClub www.horshamdistrictcommunitylottery.co.uk /support/henfield-cricket-clubgivesgivesallthe detailsandhowtoregister.Goodluck!HenfieldCCis theprideofHenfieldandyoursupportisgreatly appreciated.
Forfurtherinformation,pleaseemail chairman@henfieldcricketclub.com PaulSamrah,Chair,HenfieldCC CouncilofficiallyaccreditedasaCarbonLiterate Organisation
HorshamDistrictCouncil’sdedicationtowards tacklingclimatechangehasbeenrecognisedbythe CarbonLiteracyProject.TheCouncilhasbeen accreditedasaBronzeCarbonLiterateOrganisation aftersome63officerssuccessfullycompletedtheir carbonliteracytrainingprogramme.Commentingon theirsuccess,DirectorofCommunitiesPaul Andersonsaid:“We'reveryproudtohaveattained thebronzecertificationasaCarbonLiterate Organisation.Thisachievementhighlightsour ongoingcommitmenttosustainabilityandourefforts toplayapositiveroleinaddressingclimatechange.
“Wearecommittedtobuildinguponthis achievementandfurtheringourworktowards achievingnetzeroforourdirectemissionsasa Councilby2030.Thisrecognitionmotivatesusto
continueoursustainabilityeffortsandtoinspire otherpartnerstojoinusinmakingameaningful impactontheenvironment."
BeingCarbonLiterateisbeingawareoftheimpacts ofclimatechangeonhumankindandour environmentandhavingtheabilityandmotivationto reduceemissionsonanindividual,communityand organisationalbasis.
TheCouncilalreadyhasagoodtrackrecordof climateaction,havingreduceditsowncarbon emissionsby64%inthelastfiveyearsanditisalso collaboratingonclimateactionthroughoutthe HorshamDistrict.Itnowaimstoachievethesilver accreditation.
HorshamDistrictCouncilisaskinglocalmotorists andresidentstohelpitreducelevelsoflitteringon theDistrict’sroadsides,particularlyinkeyproblem areas.TheCouncilcurrentlyfacesanongoingbattle withlitterbeingstrewnontheroadsideacrossthe HorshamDistrictwithakeyproblemareabeingthe A264betweenSouthwaterandHorsham.The appearanceoflitteronroadsidesisablightonour environmentanditsclearancecomesata considerablecosttolocaltaxpayers.Italsoputsour wastecollectioncrewsatriskeverytimetheyhaveto clearthelitteronthesehigh-speedroads.The Councilisaskingthatifroadusersormembersofthe publicspotoffendersdroppinglitter,theyshould reportincidentstothembygoingtotheirwebsiteat: https://www.horsham.gov.uk/waste-recycling-andbins/litter-and-street-cleaning/litter wheretheywillalsobeabletosupplytheCouncilwith DashCamfootagewherepossible.
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Designerremnantcharitysale
InteriordesignerF&PInteriorsisholdingaremnants saleon23rdMay2025featuringdesignerfabrics, wallpapers,lighting,rugsandfurniturewhile supportingalocalcharity.TakingplaceatKnepp Wilding,thisspecialsalewillfeatureawiderangeof homefurnishingsofferingcustomerstheopportunity topurchasepremiumitemsfromtopdesigners, includingMorris&Co,LibertyandGP&JBaker,at exceptionalprices.Twentyfivepercentofthevalue ofallsaleswillbedonatedtoTheSussexSnowdrop Trust.
TheSussexSnowdropTrustprovidesessential nursingcareathomeforchildrenfacinglifethreateningillnesses,includingcancer,brain tumoursandsevereheartandlungconditions. Throughitsdedicatedandcompassionatesupport, theTrustensuresthatchildrenreceivethehighest levelofcarewithinthecomfortoftheirfamily environment.
Hiddengemopeningforvisitorsandcharity
GrovelandsOpenGardeninWinehamisopeningfor theNationalGardenScheme(NGS),raisingfunds fornursingandhealthcharities.
Thisenchantinggardenoffersadelightfulmixof vibrantflowerbeds,lushgreenery,andcarefully curatedlandscapesthatevolvebeautifully throughouttheseasons.Asyouwanderthroughthe garden,you’llbegreetedbycolourfulmixedborders, matureshrubs,andatranquilpondhiddenbehinda clippedhornbeamhedge—aperfectspottopause andsoakintheserenity.Theorchardandvegetable gardenaddalovelytouchofcountrycharm,whilethe thoughtfullydesignedspacesmakeitajoytoexplore ataleisurelypace.
Oneofthehighlightsofthedaywillundoubtedlybe thefriendlyatmosphere.Whetheryou’reanavid gardenerlookingforinspirationorsimplysomeone whoenjoysarelaxedtimeinnature,you’llfeelrightat
homehere.And,ofcourse,nogardenvisitis completewithoutacupofteaandasliceof homemadecake,whichwillbeavailabletoenjoy duringyourvisit.Wellbehaveddogsarewelcomebut mustweartheirshortlead!
ThegardenwillbeopenonSaturday24thand Sunday25thMayfrom10am-4.30pm.Ticketsare£7 foradults(childrengofree).Grovelands,Wineham Lane,Henfield,BN59AW.What3words: nuzzled.sued.takeovers GrovelandsOpenGarden SustainableHenfield2030News
Asusual,ourbi-monthlymeetingwaspackedoutin MarchwhenHenfieldersweretreatedtoadelightful talkbyMichaelBlencoweoftheLostWoodsofthe LowWealdProject.Notmanypeoplecouldmake100 daysoflockdownentertaining,hilarious,educational andinspiringallatthesametime,butMichael’s accountofhisgardenobservationsandactivitieswas allofthese.
Michaelonsafariinhisgarden,andsomeofthefriends hemadeduringlockdown.
Soinspiringinfactthatoneofourco-ordinators immediatelystartedworkonherownminiwildflower meadow.AndthankstoMichael’sexplanationoftheir differentdrummingfrequenciesanothermember nowknowsthatbothgreatandlesserspotted woodpeckerslivebehindherhouse.ThanksMichael, foraveryspecialevening.Youcanreadmoreabout MichaelBlencoweandhiswildlifeadventuresat www.michaelblencowe.comwherehecanalsobe bookedforevents,surveysandtalks.
On21stMayat7.30pmweareholdingafreepublic meetingforatalkbybeekeeperAdeBelcham–“Throughtheeyesofthehive……thescience, mysteryandmayhemofabeekeeper’sjourney”. GardenRoom,HenfieldHallRefreshmentsfrom 7pm,allwelcome. www.sustainablehenfield2030.org
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Sussex Snippets
AudioActive with the London Philharmonic Orchestra
A unique collaboration between Sussex young music not-for-profit organisation AudioActive and the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) comes to life at the St Ann’s Well Gardens Spring Festival, showcasing the results of a groundbreaking creative exchange between emerging young artists and some of the UK's top classical musicians. At the heart of this collaboration is Emerge, AudioActive’s flagship talent development programme, supporting young people from across Sussex as they hone their musical skills and deepen their understanding of the industry. The collaboration, a bold and original fusion of sound, is set to be showcased at Brighton’s own Spring Festival on Saturday 3rd May. www.springfestival.garden.
Audio Active run open access sessions for people aged 12-25 in their Worthing premises together with other pop-up venues across Sussex. From music production to lyric writing and performing, the sessions are run by friendly professionals. Their aim is to address inequalities across the music industry, striving to make their projects as accessible as possible for young people across Sussex. Their Worthing base offers rehearsal rooms, recoding studios and a performance space with café, all of which may be hired at reasonable rates. See their website www.audioactive.org.uk
Art in Ditchling Trail
Art in Ditchling welcomes you during the Artists Open Houses Festival 2025. The historic village of Ditchling and the local area are home to a wide selection of contemporary artists, craftspeople, designers and makers, showcasing highquality work from drawings and paintings to sculpture, jewellery to ceramics, silverware to musical instruments. Enjoy walking the village art trail, which connects home galleries and gardens, studios, and workshops together with other venues a short distance away in Streat. There is free parking, plus pubs and cafes in the village for plenty of refreshment! www.artinditchling.co.uk
Craft courses launch for Sussex Craft Week
A new initiative from ROSA Magazine – Sussex Craft Week – encourages people to take part in crafting activities to boost mental and physical wellbeing and to celebrate local heritage. A huge variety of workshops from 14th to 22nd June are available to book. www.sussexcraftweek.com
Brighton’s degrees earn global accreditation
Aerospace Engineering courses at the University of Brighton have been accredited by The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), affirming the high quality, practical focus and industry relevance of its teaching. The University’s emphasis on providing its students with practical experience was a key factor in achieving this accreditation for the first time – underscoring its commitment to delivering industry-relevant, research-informed courses that equip students with the expertise needed to thrive in the aerospace sector.
Govia creates 100 ‘Homes for Nature’ at stations across its network
One hundred ‘Homes for Nature’ have been created at railway stations across the vast Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern network to increase biodiversity and protect the one in six species now under threat of extinction in the UK. Southern’s parent company Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) and the Bee Friendly Trust last week put the finishing touches to habitats at Sussex stations Glynde, Plumpton and Berwick. Trace your family tree at the Records Office
The West Sussex Record Office is the place to go if you are tracing your family history, studying the history of your house or any local building, want to research a military ancestor or explore old photographs. There is a vast collection of archives stored on over eight miles of shelving dating back over 1,200 years.
It holds archives dating from 780AD to the present day for local councils, churches, schools, police, courts, hospitals, businesses, groups and societies, families, landed estates like Goodwood and Parham, the Diocese of Chichester and the Royal Sussex Regiment, as well as managing the modern records of the county council. There are now over 52,600 digital images available to view on their website. www.wsro.org.uk. Please email your community stories to editor@bn5magazine.co.uk
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A young band lines up at Audio Active Worthing
Our wonderful Open Day is back and now it's a whole weekend of fun!
Join us as we kickstart the summer season for two days of activities, entertainment and adventure for the whole family!
Fun Dog Show / Live Music / Pick Your Own Eggs / Meet & Feed the Chickens Outdoor Yoga / Wild Woods Play Area / Family Activities / Love Local Market Street Food & Quirky Bars / Community Garden Tours / Bee Hive Demos Face Painting / Brewery Tap Takeovers and so much more!
Weekend camping available.
Tickets: Adults (16+) £8, Child (3-15) £6, Under 3's Free, Car Parking £3 Camping Pitch: £99 (includes 2 x nights camping and Open Day tickets for up to 4 people)
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We’reveryexcitedto announcethatHawthornVets areopeningathirdbranchin thevillageofHassocksin Summer2025.Hassocksisa thrivingandgrowingvillage withavibrantcommunity whosevaluesalignwithours asanindependentveterinary practicewithstrongtiesto otherlocalbusinessesand institutions.
We’vetakentheopportunitytoacquirethe buildingthatwasoriginallyoccupiedbyArkVets underthecorporateownershipofCVSUKat44B KeymerRoad.Thesitehasservedasaveterinary practiceforover30years,buthasfalleninto disrepairandhasbeenvacantforseveralmonths. However,thishasgivenustheopportunityto completelyrefurbishthesite,installbrandnew equipmentandaltertheinternallayouttoimprove itsfunctionasaveterinarypractice.We’relooking forwardtoprovidingtothepeopleandpetsof Hassocksandthesurroundingareathe exceptionalveterinarycarethatexistingclientsof HawthornVetsknowandtrust.Overall,wefeel thattheHassocksareawouldverymuchbenefit fromalocal,independentveterinarypracticeand weareexcitedtoprovidethatservice.
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ACelebrationofCareandConnection We’restrongertogether!
EveryyearHenfieldParishCouncilselectsan importantissueforthecommunitytofocuson. For2025,itisCareandWellbeing,aninitiative aimedatpromotinghealth,wellness,and communitysupport.Itfocusesonencouraging everyonetotakeproactivestepstowards improvingtheirownwellbeingandconnectingand helpingothers.
Aspartoftheinitiative,HenfieldCommunity PartnershipandRedOaksCareHomearehosting adayofCare&Wellbeingforthecommunity. This freeeventwilltakeplaceonSaturday10thMay from10amto5pminthewelcominggroundsof RedOaks,TheHooks,BN59UY.
Therewillbetastersessions,demonstrations, opportunitiestochatwiththoseprovidingthe servicesandtodiscoverhowtomakenew connections.Thisisachancetofindoutthevast choicetherealreadyisinHenfield.Allofthisover acuppaandcakeoroptforahealthytreat!
Hereisasnippetofwhatwillbeonoffer.
•Oursinginggroups,ofwhichHenfieldhas several,areverydifferentintheirstyles.Theywill begivingshortperformancessoyouhaveanidea ifanysuityou
•OurtrainedwalkingguideAngelaisorganising alovelywalkfromRedOaksthroughthevillage andaroundtheattractivenaturalsurroundings wearesoluckytohave
•TheLibraryServicewillbeshowcasingthe multitudeofservicestheyoffer–it’ssomuch morethanbooks!
•Forthoselookingforrelaxation,ourwellbeing teamwillhaveplethoraofsuggestions
•FindoutaboutCoffeeontheKerb,anew CommunityPartnershipideatobringneighbours together
•Theorganisationswhichhelpthosewhoareless ablewillbedelightedtoexplainwhattheyare doingtohelp.
Thelistoftheorganisationsandservices attendingwillbepublishedonHenfield CommunityPartnership’sFacebookpage, www.facebook.com/therealhenfieldcommunity partnership.
Whetheryouwishtokeeplearning,makefriends, bemoreactive,helpothersorjustchill,there shouldbesomethingtosuityou.Ifyoudon’tfind whatyou’relookingfororthinkofsomethingthat ismissing,comeandchattousonthe CommunityPartnershipstall.Alternatively,feel freetocontactusanytimebyemailing henfieldcp.info@gmail.com.Youmayhaveanidea thatwecanhelpstartupwithyou.
Joinuson10thMayforadayofdiscovery,by findingwaysofimprovingourmentalandphysical healthandhelpingothersimprovetheirs.Lat’s makethemostof2025beingHenfield’syearof CareandWellbeingandleavealegacywhere Henfieldhasacommunitythatpeoplelovebeing partof.Young,oldandin-between,therewillbe somethingforeveryone.
Onthesameday,theHenfieldLeisureCentre, Northcroft,BN59QBisalsoparticipatinginthe YearofCareandWellbeingbyshowcasingthe activitiestheyoffer.Therewillbefreetastersand demonstrationsandachancetotryPadel!
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May Day with Chanctonbury Ring Morris
May Day marks the beginning of summer, and Morris Dancing is a traditional way to celebrate the arrival of spring and the renewal of nature. May Day is the 1st of May regardless of the date of the Bank Holiday Monday, and with many Morris events take place on or around May Day it’s the perfect time to celebrate the new season. It's often seen as a way to "banish the dark of winter" and welcome the lighter, warmer months. After a long and very grey winter, it seems we can all benefit from this ancient tradition!
The dances themselves can involve rhythmic stepping, the use of sticks, swords, and handkerchiefs, and the wearing of bells; and the sounds of the bells were believed by some to help bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. In essence, Morris dancing on May Day is a vibrant and historical tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring and the renewal of life.
Many people from the villages around Chanctonbury Ring at Wiston will know there has been Morris Dancing at the ’Ring’ for many years, by your local ‘Chancs’ Morris. You’ve probably heard news of the event but never actually visited to watch, or you may not realise that spectators are very warmly welcomed.
So who or what is 'Chancs'? It’s short for Chanctonbury Ring Morris (Men) - a Cotswold Morris ‘side’ who dance with traditional handkerchiefs and sticks. We’re based in central Sussex, and celebrated our 70th Anniversary in 2023. As a member of the men only Morris Ring in 1953, when that national organisation changed policy in 2023, it allowed Chancs to accept anyone, so Chancs dropped ‘Men’ from its name,
and now welcomes all adults to the side. Our dances are traditional from the Cotswold area, and we even have a ‘Mummers’ team at Christmas, who are heartily welcomed at many pubs and venues around the area.
So, set your alarm clocks to be up with the sparrows – we start dancing at 7am at Chanctonbury Ring. It’s a wonderful experience which you won’t regret, and part of our Sussex heritage. We’ll dance and sing, go to the Frankland Arms for a hearty breakfast and then go on to dance in Shoreham. If a dawn rise isn’t for you don’t worry, we’ll be dancing out at pubs and public events through the summer, so visit the website to find out when we’ll be and come and have a chat.
Come and join us!
Although Chancs is well-established, we are looking for new apprentices to join us; and we also welcome experienced Morris Dancers and musicians who’ve moved to our area, or who want to join us from other sides. If you are interested in giving Morris dancing a try, you can come along to any practice session in the winter, no strings (or bells) attached, although it’s best to check with the Bagman in advance via our website or bagman@crmm.org.uk
We practise 8-10pm on Wednesdays in the winter from October to April, usually followed by a couple of pints at the local pub. To see our winter practise location or to find out more about us, visit www.crmm.org.uk
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Richard
Bates, Henfield resident and consultant solicitor at Cognitive Law in Brighton, comments on how
it’s
easy to trip up when organising care at home.
Many of my clients now directly employ carers for their or their loved one’s care as it’s preferable to, say, relying on the local authority or an agency. They say they like being able to control how long visits last, that it’s usually cheaper than going through an agency and it provides consistency for the person being cared for. These agreements are usually informal, often cash in hand.
However, you must think very carefully about direct employment. For instance, have you considered:-
• if you are compliant with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, when arranging care as an attorney?
• that you should have a formal employment contract? Or that your carer may have employment rights, regardless of whether they are called ‘self-employed’ or not?
• that you ought to carry out background checks via the Disclosure and Barring Service and obtain references? The person needing care may well be ‘at risk’ so trust in the carer in essential.
• that you will have to register with HMRC as an employer, operate PAYE and pay National Insurance & statutory sick pay (SSP) AND make pension contributions?
• the need for employer’s liability carer insurance, and that your buildings insurer may not consent to your being an employer from home?
• that you will need a compliant and workable Care Plan, including risk assessments, and a means of monitoring/spot checking the care accordingly?
• that you must understand carers’ training requirements, e.g. moving and handling techniques & safeguarding?
• that you should ensure the carer has their own insurance cover to an appropriate level?
I am not necessarily suggesting that clients do not directly employ carers. However, as the above points demonstrate, these are not just informal arrangements. They have far reaching consequences for all parties. Clients can be caught out under employment, taxation and health and safety laws and even commit criminal offences, simply due to their being ignorant of their duties.
Consider if it’s a false economy to pay less by organising things yourself. Good care providers put a huge amount of work into providing safe and appropriate care with high service levels, and you get what you pay for.
If you need assistance in understanding the options and your duties, please get in touch on 01273 284012 or richard.bates@cognitivelaw.co.uk. You can find out more about me at www.cognitivelaw.co.uk.
Cognitive Law Limited is registered in England & Wales under company number 9753152. Our Registered Office is Sussex Innovation Centre, Science Park Square, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9SB. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA Number 626344) and comply with the SRA Code of Conduct.
HenfieldBirdwatchBigBirdBash2025
Comeandjoinusforthe2025BigBirdBashon oneormoreofthewalkslistedbelow.Henfield’s birdsareeagerlyawaitingtheopportunitytoshow offandbeincludedinthelistofspeciesthatare spottedthisyear.Youdon’tneedtobeabird boffin,theleaderswill(hopefully!)knowwhatwe areseeingandhearing.
LateSpringisagreattimetobeoutandaboutin thecountrysidewheresongsterswillbewarbling forattentionandshowingoftheirfeatheryfinery inthehopesofpickingupamate.Iftheboyshave alreadyimpressedthegirlsbothmaybedashing roundfindingfoodfordemandingyoungsters eitherstillinthenestordiscoveringtheirnew world.
Wewanttotryandbeatour63speciesin2024so themorepairsofeyesandearsthebetter.There arelotsofdifferenthabitatsforthebirdsto choosefrom,soweareoptimistic.Theriver, streamsandwatermeadowsprovideahomefor MuteSwan,variousgeese,Moorhen,ducksand thesmallguyslikeReedWarblerandReed Bunting.FarmlandholdsYellowhammer,Skylark, LinnetandavarietyofCrowrelatedbirdswith BuzzardandRedKiteintheairabove.Thewoods havebothourlargerWoodpeckers,Chiffchaff, TreecreeperandNuthatch.Thewarblerssuchas BlackcapandWhitethroatwillbeliveningupthe hedgerows,whichalsoprovidethechanceof findingtheiconicNightingale.Now,ifwehaveluck onourside,wemayfindafewmegastarslike Peregrine,TurtleDove,GreatWhiteEgret,Raven, Kingfisher,BarnOwl,WaterRailoreven,waitfor it…WhiteTailedEaglewayoverhead.Whatcould bringmorebankholidayjoythanbeingoutinthe countrysidewiththebirds,bees,flowers, butterflies,wildanimalsandHenfieldBirdwatch leaders?
AsusualwewillberaisingmoneyforTheHaven.If youwishtodonateyoucandosobybanktransfer toHenfieldBirdwatchatBarclaysBank,20-98-74 account53401154referenceBBB.Oryoucan sendacheque(payabletoHenfieldBirdwatch)or giveyourcontributiontoyourwalkleaderonthe day.
Youcanchooseasmanywalksasyoulikefrom thelistbut pleasebookyourspaceinadvance.
Friday23rdMay withPaulCole–Downslink (hopefullyNightingales)toBetley(hopefullyBarn Owl),alongriversidetoTankTrackandbackvia HollandsWestEndandStonepitLanestothecar parkatdusk.PintintheRailwayTavernoptional. LeaveDownslinkCarParkbyTheOldRailwaypub 7pm.Approx4½hours.ContactPaul paulcolewildlife@gmail.comor07841924726.
Saturday24thMay withNigelColgate–Furners Lane,Bylesborough,Morley&ParkFarmsand backviaFurner’sLane.LeaveVillageHall8am. Approx3½hrs.ContactNigelon nigel.colgate@btinternet.comor01273493037.
Sunday25thMay withWillGreen–Henfield Common,Woodmancotewoods,FurnersLane. LeaveVillageHall8.30am.Approx3½hours. ContactWillgreengardendesign@hotmail.comor 07710289638.
Sunday25thMay withLesleyMilwardinthe evening–WoodsMillreserveandalongtheMill Stream,hopefullyhearingNightingales.Leave WoodsMillCarPark6.30pm.Approx3hours. ContactLesleylmilward@hotmail.co.uk
Monday26thMay withValBentley–Downslink toStrethamBridge,riversidetoNewInnandback viaFrogshole&RyeFarm.LeaveHollandsLane endofDownslinkneartheOldSteamMill8.30am. Approx4hours.ContactVal chetsford@talk21.comor01273494723.
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Visit our newly opened shop in Partridge Green, Unit 29 Star Estate.
Peter Christian has offered a complete range of men’s outfitting online for over 20 years. Now you can visit our newly opened shop and access our extensive and varied range of traditional British menswear.
We fondly remember when every high street boasted its own gentlemen’s outfitters, staffed by knowledgeable assistants who could judge your size by eyesight and knew exactly what would suit you and the occasion. We have tried to bottle these qualities, where you will receive a warm welcome from Valerie and Theresa when you visit.
While we recommend booking an appointment to ensure the best possible experience, walk-ins are always welcome. To schedule your visit, please call us on 01273 492 287 Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm.
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SmartphoneFree Childhood
TheParentPacthashit100,000signupsnationwide, withcelebritiesfromJoeWickstoBenedict Cumberbatch,ZackGeorge(akaSteelfrom Gladiators),andPalomaFaithjoiningthe SmartphoneFreeChildhoodmovement.Locally,116 familiesfromStPeter’sCEPrimarySchoolin Henfieldhavenowjoined.
The SmartphoneFreeChildhoodParentPact,a digitaltoolwhichenablesfamiliestocometogether todelaygivingtheirchildrensmartphonesuntilat leasttheageof14andsocialmediatill16,has smashedasignificantmilestonewithover100,000 signupsinjustsixmonths.InWestSussex3,546 parentshavesignedin244schoolsacrossthe County.
Thetool,launchedlastSeptemberbythegrassroots movementSmartphoneFreeChildhood,has empoweredfamiliestojoinforcestocombatthe peer-pressurethatresultsinchildrengetting smartphonesatyoungerandyoungerages.InBritain today,20%ofthree-andfour-year-oldsowna smartphone;25%offive-toseven-year-oldsdo,and bytheageof12,just11%aresmartphone-free1. Therehavebeenfourparent-ledworkshopsheldat StPeter’sPrimarySchooland,afterattendingthese, likemindedgroupsofparentsfromUpperBeeding, Steyning,andAlbournearenowstartingtodeliver parentledworkshopsintheirownschool communities.
Morelocalparents,representativesfromHenfield ParishCouncil,SustainableHenfield2030,Henfield YouthClub,StPeter’sChurchandHenfieldLeisure CentrealsocametogetherinMarchtolistentotalk byPAPAYA(ParentsAgainstPhoneAddictionin YoungAdults),acharitywhopromotewellness,and improvedmentalhealthinadolescentsbyhelping youngpeopleachieveahealthybalancewith technology.
Themovementismobilisingparentseverywhereto standtogetheragainstaddictivealgorithms,which haveresultedinteenagersintheUKspending4-6 hoursaday2(anaverageof35hoursaweekwhichis equivalenttoafull-timejob)ontheirsmartphones. Salesof‘brickphones’,simplephonesthatallow familiestostayintouchwithoutinternetaccess, doubledintheyearthemovementtookoff3. TosignthePact,andformoreinformationabout theSmartphoneFreeChildhoodmovementwith resourcesandsupport,goto: www.smartphonefreechildhood.co.ukWorking groupsarealsobeingsetupwithgrandparents,
doctors,ScoutandGuideparents,andyouth groupleaders.Togetinvolved,andsupportthe campaignlocallycontactJuliaandVicky Smartphonefreechanctonbury@outlook.com
ComeandseeusattheCareandWellbeingEvent on10thMay(seearticleinthismagazine),inthe GroundsofRedOaksCareHometochattooneof usandfindoutmore.
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Henfield Theatre Company presents “ATaleof TwoCities”
“Itwasthebestoftimes,itwas theworstoftimes,itwasthe ageofwisdom,itwastheageof foolishness….itwasthespring ofhope,itwasthewinterof despair,wehadeverything beforeus,wehadnothing beforeus….inshort,theperiod wassofarlikethepresent period,thatsomeofitsnoisiest authoritiesinsistedonitsbeing received,forgoodorforevil.” (CharlesDickens1859)
Setbeforeandduringthe FrenchRevolutionof1789in thecitiesofParisandLondon,ATale ofTwoCitiestellsthestoryofDoctor Manette’sreleasefromimprisonment intheBastilleandhisreunionwith daughter,Lucie.AFrencharistocrat CharlesDarnayandEnglishlawyer SydneyCartoncompeteintheirlove forLucie.Theensuingtaleplaysout againstthemenacingbackdropofthe FrenchRevolutionandtheshadowof MadameGuillotine.Cast memberswillincludesomeof ourpopularfaces suchasVenandAlice Malyon,Rebel Atkinson,KenJones, andMandyandZoe Ainsworth.
LefttorighttoprowisAngelaReid,SyliveAshthorpe,RebelAtkinson LefttorightmiddlerowisJohnCoit,KenJones,ZoeAinsworth LefttorightbottomrowisVenMalyon,MandyAinsworth,AliceMalyon
DirectorJaneHainesstates,“CharlesDickens’ dramaticstoryoflove,revenge,redemptionand resurrectioncomestolifeinthisnewadaptation.As ever,Dickenshascreatedavarietyofvividandrichly drawncharacterswhowilldrawusintoawebof intrigueandadventure.Someofyouwillbefamiliar withtheclosinglines,whichbegin,“Itisafar,far betterthingthatIdo,thanIhaveeverdone….”,and withthat,thetwistinthetale;butthere’smorethan onemajortwistinthisTale….”
ThestunningsettingatBerrettsFarmcouldnotbe morefittingandenrichingforHenfieldTheatre Company’s2025OpenAirProduction.Performances arefromFriday11toSunday13July2025at7.30pm. Ticketsarepricedat£15each,andareonsalefrom Monday12May2025via www.henfieldtheatrecompany.comandat StevensEstateAgentsin HenfieldHighStreet.Whilst parkingisavailableon grass,pleasedonot approachusingSandy Lane.Usepostcode BN59ULandfollow thesignagefromthe bottomofStationRoad.Alternatively,parkat thetopofStationRoadandwalktothevenue.
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We are looking for a Magazine Distributor
If you like the idea of getting out and about a couple of days a month and being paid for it, then this is may be a great job for you.
We are looking for someone to pop round and deliver a few copies of BN5 to about 70 shops, hotels, pubs and clubs in and around the following areas every month:
• Henfield
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Ten Little Toes Baby Bank: Nurturing Families with Love and Care
Across the UK, baby banks are stepping up to ensure that every child has the essentials they need to flourish, regardless of their family's circumstances. Ten Little Toes Baby Bank in West Sussex is a shining example of care and dedication, making a real difference for families in our community. With love and a strong sense of community spirit at our core, we are here to support families who may be facing financial challenges by providing essential items for their little ones.
What is Ten Little Toes Baby Bank?
At the heart of Ten Little Toes Baby Bank lies a warm and heartfelt mission: to collect and share baby essentials with families in need— completely free of charge. From cosy clothes and sturdy prams to soft nappies and wet wipes, we offer a treasure trove of resources designed to lighten the load for parents during challenging times. More than just providing items, Ten Little Toes is all about building connections and nurturing a supportive community. Founded in Cowfold by the caring JoJo in 2017, Ten Little Toes blossomed from a simple but vital understanding: many families were going through tough times without access to necessities. Thanks to an outpouring of local support, volunteer efforts, and generous donations, our baby bank has become a reassuring presence in the community.
A Helping Hand
The impact of Ten Little Toes Baby Bank is felt far and wide. In the past year, we have had the joy of assisting over 1,500 families, each care package thoughtfully tailored to meet their unique needs. From snug blankets for newborns to warm shoes and coats for preteens, every item is chosen with love and consideration for those we serve. We understand that parenting can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially in tough times. A gift of a pram can help a new mum venture out and connect with friends; a cot with a new mattress ensures a safe sleep space, offering both comfort and peace of mind to a parent. If you know a family who could use a little love, we work on a referral basis, so please check our website for details on how to get a referral, www.tenlittletoesbabybank.org.
A Sustainable Approach
We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our wonderful community. By encouraging donations of gently used items, we promote a circular economy. Families can declutter their homes while ensuring that baby clothes and equipment find loving new homes with those who need them most. This cycle of giving is not just kind to our planet; it helps instil meaningful values of community spirit and generosity in our children. To donate, please visit our Facebook page for the items we are currently accepting. You can find us at www.facebook.co.uk/tenlittletoesbabybank.
Volunteers Make It Happen
The beating heart of Ten Little Toes Baby Bank is our amazing team of volunteers. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly to sort donations, assemble bundles and connect with families in need. Volunteering at Ten Little Toes is a fulfilling experience, It’s a wonderful chance to meet others, learn about community needs, and make a positive difference together. If you’re interested in joining our volunteers, please email thehub@tenlittletoesbabybank.org.
Looking Ahead
As Ten Little Toes Baby Bank continues to grow, we’re eager to expand our reach to even more families. We care about those living in hidden poverty or suffering in silence, and we are exploring plans for the future that will help us connect with these individuals and families even more effectively. Ten Little Toes aims to extend our network of support, ensuring that every baby has access to what they need for a healthy start in life
By offering crucial support, nurturing friendships, and advocating for children from all walks of life, Ten Little Toes embodies the spirit of compassion in action. Every child deserves a strong start, and every parent deserves the caring hand of support from their community. Whether through donations, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, we can all play a part in this mission.
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Spring Statement 2025: What you need to know
Despite increasing pressure on the public finances, the Chancellor has largely stuck to her promise that there would only be one major fiscal event each year. However, The Spring Statement did bring several important updates that business owners need to be aware of. Despite the challenging economic climate, the government remains committed to supporting growth and maintaining fiscal discipline. Here are the key points that business owners should consider:
National Insurance Contributions (NICs)
One of the significant announcements is the continuation of the planned changes to employers' National Insurance Contributions (NICs). These changes, set to take effect from 6 April 2025, will impact many businesses. It is crucial for business owners to review their payroll systems and budget for the increased NICs to ensure compliance and avoid any penalties.
Investment in Infrastructure
The government has announced an additional £13 billion investment in capital infrastructure projects over the next five years. This includes a construction skills package aimed at training an additional 60,000 skilled workers. Businesses in the construction and real estate sectors should prepare to leverage these opportunities, which could lead to increased demand for their services and potential growth.
Support for Housebuilders
An additional £2 billion investment in social and affordable housing has been announced. This is a positive development for businesses involved in the housing sector, as it promises more projects and opportunities. Housebuilders should stay informed about these investments and consider how they can participate in upcoming projects.
Digital Transformation of HMRC
The Spring Statement also highlighted the government's commitment to transforming HMRC into a 'digital first' organisation. This transformation will change how taxpayers interact with the government, making it essential for businesses to stay updated on these changes. Adopting digital tools and ensuring that their systems are compatible with HMRC's new processes will be crucial for smooth operations.
No Reversal of Inheritance Tax Relief Changes
Despite lobbying from various groups, the changes to business and agricultural property reliefs from inheritance tax will proceed as planned. Business owners should plan accordingly and seek professional advice to understand the implications of these changes on their estate planning and succession strategies.
Conclusion
The Spring Statement 2025 brings several updates that business owners need to consider. From changes in NICs to significant investments in infrastructure and housing, these developments present both challenges and opportunities. Staying informed and proactive in adapting to these changes will be key to navigating the evolving business landscape.
Jonathan Aikens, Partner, Moore Kingston Smith LLP 020 4582 1881 jaikens@mks.co.uk
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