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Hello, welcome to this monthâ€™s magazine. At the time of writing we are enjoying some lovely spring weather - long may it continue! (did someone say BBQ?!) As always there is so much going on in the area over the next few weeks. Among other things the annual Regis Open Studios Art Trail (page 63) takes place over the first two weekends in May & is a lovely way to spend a couple of hours or so. You may even find that piece of art that you fall in love with! The Garden Show at Stansted Park is in early June & we have a money-saving voucher on page 9. Please do let advertisers know that you have seen their advert in this magazine it is great feedback for everyone. If you are part of a business for whom this area is your target market then do get in touch to find out more about our great value advertising packages. The next magazine will be June 2019, copy deadline 7th May. Enjoy the Bank Holidays & have a great month Best wishes Sarah Many thanks to Mary Hite for her lovely Email: infocusmagazines@btinternet.com www.infocusmagazines.co.uk Tel: 01243 583891 Mobile: 07729 682 245 In Focus Magazines, c/o Newman Thompson Printers,

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It's that time of year when there seems to be a bank holiday bonanza. We've just had Easter Monday, and now we have two bank holidays in May. Us Brits certainly like to celebrate the arrival of spring. But as a nation we're a funny old bunch (and that's without mentioning Brexit!) and we tend to panic at all this extra time off. What on earth will we do with it? So here is my Brits guide to Bank Holidays... We ask everyone else what they're doing, kind of like Christmas! As a nation we get excited about the prospect of a longer than usual weekend. We make vague plans about weekends away. According to my immediate circle of friends The Cotswolds / Paris / Ironbridge / The Lake District (delete as applicable) are all 'lovely at this time of year...' But we will always leave it too late, or won't agree on a destination, or discover every hotel has suddenly doubled its prices, so we never actually go. At least one friend will remind you in bitter tones that they are a nurse / barperson / taxi driver (delete as applicable) and they will be working while you are relaxing. Sympathise with them, and maybe buy them a bottle of wine. Without these people the country would grind to a halt. Every teacher friend you possess will make a huge deal about them not actually having a holiday weekend, because they will be marking...again! Teachers do this every holiday though, because they suspect we secretly think they are all part-timers (we donâ€™t!).

We buy paint in anticipation of giving a room a facelift. Bank holidays were absolutely designed for repainting the sitting room! We buy bedding out plants, compost and 'garden features', because Bank holidays were absolutely designed for prettying our little plot of land. We tentatively suggest a barbecue to family and friends because as well as being obsessed by weather we are also eternal optimists about it. And if it rains, we still barbecue because that's what you do on a bank holiday in May, and well...it gives the guests something to talk about while they sip their beer, 'Looks like it might brighten up later...' as the hail slams into the awning. We plan a film night. When we finally face the reality that there isn't going to be a heatwave, and the weather is more barmy than balmy we hit Netflix or Sky Movies and dial a pizza with extra pepperoni and a large garlic bread. Because Bank holidays and carbs were made for each other. Finally, we have the Sunday blues on a Monday night. Bank holidays are gone in the blink of an eye and all too soon it's back to work. But cheer up, it's only four days until the weekend. Unless you're a teacher...they'll be marking all weekend...again!

We check the weather forecast repeatedly and rejoice equally in headlines which read IT'S GOING TO BE A SCORCHER or IT'S GOING TO BE A WASHOUT...because Brits love weatherâ€Śall weather! By Sarah Davey To contact Felpham in Focus please email infocusmagazines@btinternet.com

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Sage House celebrates one year of dementia support services Last year on the 8 May local charity Dementia Support opened its fantastic new dementia facility in Tangmere, near Chichester. Sage House provides complete dementia services under one roof – the first of its kind in the UK. This purpose-built facility boasts state of the art facilities and dementia friendly features which ensures a non-clinical, friendly and modern environment for those using Sage House. Now a year on, this pioneering and unique place is celebrating its first birthday; to tie in with this momentous occasion the charity will be announcing some exciting news in May about its future plans to support the local community. The 8 May will be a particularly special day with a Birthday Bake Off and vintage entertainment to celebrate with the Sage House family. During this week Dementia Support will unveil its exciting new plans. The charity will be holding its own Wayfinding Week 13 – 17 May; Wayfinders are crucial members of the team at Sage House who provide support, information and advice for families and people living with dementia. Dementia Action Week, 20 - 24 May is a national awareness week. Dementia Support will be holding its own events at Sage House. Join the charity for Dementia Friends Sessions each day and a Quiz Night on Friday 24 May. The charity supports people living with dementia, and their families and carers in the local community. Dementia Support has been very proud to offer information and advice, day care services, a community café, personal care, hairdressing and therapies, and social activities for hundreds of people during the last year. If you would like any support regarding dementia or information about the charity, please contact the team on 01243 888 691 or email info@dementia-support.org.uk th

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“JAZZ AT THE VILLAGE”

FELPHAM VILLAGE HALL For all that’s best in jazz and swing WEDNESDAY 5TH JUNE THE DAVE NEWTON TRIO with ALAN BARNES Dave Newton (Piano); Andy Cleyndert (Bass); Bobby Worth (Drums) David Newton and Alan Barnes have been playing duets together for over 40 years. These multi-award winners cover a vast repertoire from Louis Armstrong and Chick Corea and play with an empathy that can only come with long experience. The emphasis, as always, is on swinging, accessibility and interplay. Expect a hugely entertaining programme of straight ahead jazz flawlessly played and interspersed with lots of anecdotes. Concert commences at 8.00pm – Doors open at 7.00pm. Seats £9.00 - bring your own drinks and nibbles.

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Highdown Hill Hike. A circular trek of 5km (3.1 Miles) rising up 81m (266 ft) to the top of Highdown Hill which on a clear day will give some amazing views across Worthing to Beachy Head in the East and the Isle of Wight in the West. The walk starts in the car park at the base of the hill however a shorter route can be taken by parking at the higher car park approximately half way to the top. Over the road from the car park and behind the hedge is the footpath that ascends Highdown, it follows the edge of an arable field and leads firstly to the upper car park at 43m high. With the entrance on the left a visit could be made to ‘Highdown Gardens’, these were once the grounds of the nearby hotel. The gardens started their creation in 1909 in one of the many disused chalk pits by Sir Frederick Stern and his wife, owner then of the Highdown Hotel, He developed the site until his death in 1967. In 1970 the gardens were passed to Worthing Borough Council who since the mid 1970s have restored them to Sterns' original design. From the gardens head on upwards until reaching an unmissable burial chamber known as the ‘Millers Tomb’. So called after the miller ‘John Olliver’, who In the 18th century had this tomb built 27 yrs before he actually died in 1793. Many claim that he was the leader of local smugglers and used the tomb to store contraband. He would arrange the sails of his windmill at varying angles to indicate the absence of customs men to his fellow smugglers out at sea. The mill is said to have been damaged in a storm and since demolished, however the brick base of the mill can be seen as a mound at the south west corner of the hill fort. Take the downward path a short way, then follow westwards along the lower part of the hill, the path passes many disused chalk pits and gives some great views across Worthing. The Highdown vineyard can be seen nestled on the lower south slopes, with great soil and plenty of sun, this working vineyard produces both still and sparkling English Wines. Further along can be seen the Roundstone Farm that got its name from an incident with a runaway millstone rolling down the hill following an accident. Just past the large chalky escarpment, the path continues west and is then shielded from the hill behind a hedge, giving refuge to many birds. Before long Ecclesden Mill comes into view and is situated just above Ecclesden Manor. This brick tower mill is said to have been built shortly after the demise of John Olliver’s mill in 1826, Milling ceased at Ecclesden Mill in 1872 and the sails were blown off in a storm in 1880. It has since been renovated and is now a private residence. Walk northwards past the mill and then head up the hill on the well worn track to the top at 81m. The Bronze age saw the first settlers and a hill fort was constructed in the early iron age. Later on, this site also became an Anglo-Saxon cemetery and a number of unusual glass objects can now be seen in Worthing Museum. In more modern times the ancient archaeology of the site has been considerable damaged by a radar station that was built During World War II and many uprooted trees following the Great Storm of 1987. On heading back down the hill, take a break in the Highdown Hotel built in 1820 as the family home of the Lyons family. In 1909 the house and surrounding grounds were bought by Major Stern and his wife, who’s surname was used as the name of a night club in the 80’s. A short descent from here leads back to the car park at the start.

For more information and further walks please visit my blog at piertopiertrekking.com Simon Baker Irons

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Waders, terns and expectant mothers at Pagham Harbour & Medmerry As the weather warms up our reserves of Pagham Harbour and Medmerry are bustling with life. Avocets & little ringed plovers are settling down to breed on Medmerry’s Stilt Pools. Little ringed plovers are small waders with short legs, brown back and crown with white underparts. They have a distinctive black chest band, black mask with white forehead and a yellow eye-ring. The avocet is an elegant looking, black and white wader with long legs and an up-turned bill. The youngsters will begin hatching later this month and are like little pom -poms on legs but also have their parents’ distinctive bill shape. In Pagham Harbour, little terns are returning to breed on Tern Island, just off Church Norton. This is one of our reserve’s greatest conservation stories and as such a star species to see. During the 1990’s their numbers crashed particularly along the south-coast with disturbance cited as one of the main causes, along with climate change and predation. With careful conservation work they were lured back to Pagham Harbour and the colony has now grown to be one the most productive sites on the south-coast for this dainty little seabird. Little terns are the smallest of our terns, sporting a black cap and white forehead, yellow legs and a yellow bill with a black tip. They share the island’s nesting rights with their cousins’, the sandwich and common terns, as well as black-headed gulls and ringed plovers. Meanwhile, back in our Visitor Centre, on the B2145 to Selsey, we are following the fortunes of several species on our nest-cams. A beautiful tawny owl has been sitting on at least three eggs. The kestrels have been spending a lot of time in their high-rise ‘des-res’ and by the time you read this should be incubating eggs, along with our two blue tit families. You can follow their progress everyday on our cameras in the Visitor Centre on the B2145 between Chichester and Selsey. Over the last couple of years, we have been doing a lot of work around our Visitor Centre and Discovery Zone. On Saturday 01 June we are celebrating our efforts with an open-day and you are invited to join us and try your hand at a host of free events, from pond-dipping and bug hunting to mud-sifting and wildlife watching. See our website www.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour for details.

May Thursday 02 May, Batty about bats! Bat-detectors in hands, discover which bats call Pagham Harbour their home. Learn more about these intriguing nocturnal mammals with an evening stroll around Church Norton with Hampshire Bat Group’s, Nik Knight. Meet Church Norton car park PO20 9DT, 8.15pm (duration 2 hours) Booking essential £12 per person / £9 members Sunday 05 May, Dawn Chorus. Join in International Dawn Chorus weekend and decipher this spring phenomenon with our Warden in a ‘secret’ part of our reserve. Close your eyes and soak up the sound of the birdsong as it gathers from a single voice into the crescendo of a full orchestra in a part of the reserve not open to the public. We’ll finish off with a well-deserved breakfast. 4.30am (duration 2½ hours + breakfast) Meet Church Norton car park PO20 9DT Booking essential £18 per person / £14 members Saturday 18 May, Marvellous Moths. Moths are far from dull – some are masters of camouflage, while others are as bright and beautiful as butterflies. Join our Warden when he opens up our moth trap and reveal which super moths have been caught from the night before. 8 am – 9 am, £2 per person / £1.50 members Tuesday 28 May, Pond dipping and Bug hunting! Come and discover what weird and wonderful creatures lurk in the depths of our lovely new pond and live in our Discovery Zone. 10.30am (duration 2 hours) Booking essential, £4 per child / £2 members To contact Felpham in Focus please email infocusmagazines@btinternet.com

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It's that time of year when we traditionally invest in a new pair of sunglasses for the summer. There's so much choice though! How do you whittle it down to the perfect pair? First choose the right colour frame. Warm browns and tortoiseshell suits warmer colouring. Cool greys, blues and blacks suit cool skin colouring or grey hair. Next pick a pair that flatters your features. There are no hard and fast rules. Look at what your face lacks and use the sunglasses to even out your proportions. Rounder faces often lack definition and benefit from a sunspec with strong lines. Long thin faces might need a softer, rounder style with an upswept edge. Try on as many as you can. Take selfies and compare. Add length to a short nose with a high bridge or shorten an overly long nose with a low (butterfly shape) bridge. A strong jaw can be balanced with a heavier top bar.

Sunspecs are all about protecting your eyes from UV so make sure that any pair you buy has a CE kite mark, and that sunglasses are marked UV400. Cheap sunspecs not bearing these marks will probably not provide adequate protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Choose larger frames for protection but bear in mind that deeper the frame the shorter your face will look, so if you have a long face shape, go ahead and choose a deep frame. A shorter face needs a frame that's less deep, while still providing enough coverage for UV protection. Take your eyebrows into account! If your brows stick out of the top of the frame at an odd angle, you'll look permanently surprised, or angry! Choose your sunnies wisely and you'll be able to add instant glamour to any outfit.

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Celebrate National Vegetarian Week (13th-19th May) with an easy midweek curry

Preparation time: 20 mins

Mango chutney, to serve

Cooking time: 20-30 mins

Method

Serves 3

Half-fill a saucepan with cold water and add the potatoes and carrots. Bring to the boil and cook gently for 8 minutes. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for a further 2 minutes. Drain everything in a colander and set aside.

Ingredients 2 medium potatoes (around 350g/12oz), peeled and cut into 2cm chunks 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced diagonally ½ cauliflower (around 300g/10½oz), cut into small florets and halved 3 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil 1 large onion, coarsely grated or very finely chopped 1 tbsp medium or hot curry powder 1 x 227g tin chopped tomatoes 300ml/10fl oz vegetable or chicken stock (made with ½ cube), gluten-free if required 100g/3½oz frozen peas or two large handfuls young spinach leaves, or a mixture Plain yoghurt or vegan alternative, to serve

Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan or wide-based saucepan. Add the onion, and cook over a medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring regularly until well softened and lightly golden. Add over the curry powder and cook for 30 seconds, stirring all the time. Add the tomatoes to the onions and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the partially cooked vegetables and peas and simmer gently for 5-10 minutes until everything is tender. If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water. Serve immediately with yoghurt, mango chutney, and rice or naan.

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Little Everywhere Celeste Ng

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A perfect family, living in a perfect house, in a perfect little American town called Shaker Heights. The Richardsons, led by matriarch Elena are pillars of their community. A community where everything is carefully planned, from the road layout to the colour of the houses, and everyone knows their role in life. Elena has one simple guiding principle: you play by the rules. As this intriguing novel begins there is a fire at the Richardson’s house. The three older children, all in high school, are discussing the cause. Their conclusion is unanimous; their younger sister Izzy is responsible. We then flashback to a year before and we are introduced to Mia Warren and her teenage daughter Pearl. Mia is a photographer from San Francisco; she and Pearl live an almost nomadic lifestyle. But when they rent a home from the Richardsons their plan is to settle down. But plans can change. As the stories unfold these two families are drawn together by the teenagers, and tensions arise when friends of the Richardsons try to adopt a Chinese-American baby. Elena and Mia find themselves on opposite sides of a divided community in a conflict that will have far-reaching effects for both families. This is an engrossing novel which will have you questioning the secrets you hold in your own lives, wondering if there are indeed times when it would be so much better if we just burn everything down and start again. By Willow Coby

The Prisoner by Penny McKinlay Nearly two decades into the 21st century the days of the Second World War seem as remote as ancient history. For the younger generation today, with their phones, TV on demand, and Netflix, even the experiences of their own parents as children seem distant from today. This is why books like The Prisoner are so welcome. One of a series of ‘Historical Adventures’ this exciting story gives an insight into what life was really like during World War Two. Ten-year-old Bob and his friend Jack have had enough of the war. It has been going on for five years. Five years of rationing (Bob doesn’t know how much more cabbage he can face) and more importantly five years of no sweets. His Dad has been gone for a long time – a prisoner of war on the continent. Blackout blinds and ‘digging for victory’ are such a part of life that Bob cannot remember a time without them. But one day Bob and Jack meet an Italian prisoner of war working in a nearby field. Naturally Bob is scared – this is the enemy. But as he gets to know him his feelings change. Bob starts to feel sorry for him and wants him to stay with them rather than in the prison camp. But ultimately the prisoner is an enemy. Can he really be trusted, or does he have another reason for seeming so nice? Designed to complement the Key Stage 2 History curriculum, this short novel combines facts and suspense in a story to keep every young reader on the edge of their seats.

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May 2019 Update from the Arun Preven on Team You can contact your local team in the following ways:  Call us: on 101 to report a crime or 999 if it’s an emergency

 Email us: arun@sussex.pnn.police.uk Na onal Knife Crime Awareness Week – Opera on Sceptre Tens of thousands of people joined in the conversa on about knife crime across Sussex during a week‐long na onal campaign. During Opera on Sceptre, which ran between March 11 and 17, officers were out across the county talking to people about knives. Schools, colleges and youth events were visited during the week to speak to young people about how to act if they feel pressure to carry a knife, and what to do if they feel in danger. Throughout the week, 38 educa onal establishments were visited and approximately 5,600 young people spoken to about the impact of knife crime. Test purchases were also carried out across the County. Police cadets worked with Officers and Trading Standards colleagues to try and buy a knife in shops when they were clearly under 18. Out of 47 shops tested, 12 failed. Across the Force knife amnesty bins were in place in Police Sta ons and knives were handed in and will be destroyed. Other ac vi es included the use of a knife arch at railway sta ons. This acted as a metal detector and those who avoided the arch were spoken to by Officers. If you need to talk to someone anonymously, Crimestoppers can be reached on 0800 555 111. Front office opening hours Bognor Regis: London Road, Bognor Regis, P021 1BA Monday to Friday from 10am un l 2pm and from 3pm un l 6pm. Li lehampton: County Buildings, East Street, Li lehampton, BN17 6AR Monday to Friday from 10am un l 2pm and from 3pm un l 6pm.

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National Smile Month is the largest and longest-running campaign to promote good oral health. Between 13th May and 13th June 2019, National Smile Month will promote positive messages and to engage people with maintaining a healthy mouth. For the best oral hygiene: Brush your teeth - At least two minutes twice a day using fluoride toothpaste. Make sure you clean your teeth before bed, as your mouth doesn't have the same salivary protection during the night as it does during the day. Floss - Each tooth has five sides; a toothbrush only cleans three sides. The other two sides are where most decay and foul odours originate. To clean between the teeth requires dental floss or tiny inter-dental brushes. Clean your tongue - This is an important part of

oral hygiene and works wonders with stale, smelly breath. You can use a tongue scraper or a toothbrush Give up smoking - Smoking dries the mouth, depleting the protective saliva. It also exposes your gums, soft palate and tongue to harmful and cancercausing toxins, and it makes your breath smell. Use a mouthwash - This freshens breath and coats the teeth with a protective layer, helping to prevent plaque build-up. Avoid those which contain alcohol though. Cut out sugary foods and drinks - Sugary snacks feeds the bacteria in your mouth which ultimately break down your enamel and cause decay. Visit your dentist regularly! http://www.nationalsmilemonth.org/

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May 13th â€“ 19th This month plays Vegetarian Week.

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More of us are turning to vegetarianism thanks to an abundance of scientific research that demonstrates both the health and environmental benefits of a plant-based diet. An estimated 70 percent of all diseases, including one-third of all cancers, are related to diet. A vegetarian diet reduces the risk for chronic degenerative diseases such as obesity, coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and certain types of cancer including colon, breast, prostate, stomach, lung and oesophageal cancer. A vegetarian diet tends to increase bone strength. When there isn't enough calcium in the bloodstream, our bodies leach it from existing bone. This results in our skeletons gradually becoming porous and losing strength. Although you can take supplements, it's better to obtain calcium from your diet because food also supplies other nutrients such as phosphorus, magnesium and vitamin D, that are necessary for the body to be able to absorb and make use of calcium.

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natural source of phytoestrogens, but they are also found in apples, beets, cherries, dates, garlic, olives, plums, raspberries, squash and sweet potatoes.

Vegetarians tend to have more energy. Whole grains, legumes, fruits and vegetables are high in complex carbohydrates, so they supply the body with plenty of energizing fuel. Vegetarians also suffer less with constipation, haemorrhoids and diverticulitis! Eating a lot of vegetables necessarily means consuming more fibre, which absorbs water and bulks up, helping your stools stay soft, so waste can be easily pushed out of the body. A vegetarian diet is more environmentally friendly. Much of the grain we grow is fed to animals raised for slaughter. As a rough guide it takes 2,500 gallons of water, 5.5Kg / 12lbs of grain, nearly 16Kg /35lbs of topsoil and the energy equivalent of 4.5L /1 gallon of petrol, to produce one pound of beef! A vegetarian diet can sustain many more people, so is a more efficient use of resources.

Even if you have to avoid dairy, calciumrich foods include beans, tofu, plant-based milks like soy, oat, rice or almond, and dark green vegetables such as broccoli, and kale.

Finally, a vegetarian diet is cheaper. Eating vegetables, grains and fruits in place of beef, chicken and fish would cut individual food bills by an average of ÂŁ500 per year.

For those of us going through the menopause many vegetables and fruits are rich in phytoestrogens, the plantbased chemical compounds that mimic the behaviour of oestrogen. Maintaining a balance of these in your diet helps ensure a more comfortable passage through menopause. Soy is by far the most

If you are thinking about becoming vegetarian, or even just incorporating more vegetarian meals into your normal diet, there is lots of information and some great recipes on the website www.nationalvegetarianweek.org By Sarah Davey

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Local History

We very often talk about the seafront, rising levels of shingle etc. etc. but what did Felpham seafront look like in the past. I was looking through some postcards and came across two that demonstrated the answer. One card clearly shows the bathing huts, here called bathing cabins, along the grassy area of the promenade, however if you look closely you will find that the beach appears to run right up to the huts, without the prom. Apparently, there were bathing machines here as far back is 1781. We should remember that Felpham was famous as a seaside resort before Bognor developed. The second card shows the beach path at Felpham, clearly there are groynes but no real walk way and this card is dated 1955 – 64 years ago. In 1974 there was a remark in a ‘Sussex Onlooker’ magazine which said, “I remember when you could take a narrow path with a border of wild flowers on the one side and corn fields rippling in the sea breeze. These postcards clearly show the increased development of the seafront in front of the village, a far cry from todays beach scene. It is interesting to read in various publications on the subject of sea levels and to notice how things have changed over the years. Levels in 1876 compared with 2010 showed a large change and only show why for many years there was flooding in Felpham. Many of us will remember the arrival of the large rocks from Norway in 1998, to provide the extra sea defences required. To contact Felpham in Focus please email infocusmagazines@btinternet.com

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...and beyond includes your undergarments. Remember, it’s not a fashion parade and chafed tender bits will put you off exercise forever!

Attention over-fifties! When was the last time you visited a gym? You kind of know you should be making an effort, right? But do excuses such as ‘too expensive’; ‘lack of time’, and ‘no motivation’, sound familiar? Or maybe like me you have a pathological fear of lycra? But assuming you have no major health problems we can tackle this issue in bitesize chunks. As an over-fifty myself (quite a lot over if I’m honest) I overcame my own gymphobia and have been reaping the rewards since. Motivation This is the key. You need a specific goal. I wanted to achieve a healthier lifestyle with improved cardiovascular fitness. Time Look in your diary and you will find a spare hour at least once, or better still, two or three times a week. Cost Can be as expensive or affordable as you want. A ladies-only gym with a personal trainer can be expensive, but a mixed gym membership in off-peak hours brings the cost down considerably and you can still get instruction and advice from an on-site trainer. Most gyms now take membership fees on a monthly direct debit basis. Clothing Lycra isn’t compulsory, but clothes must be comfortable, and this

If you’re feeling hesitant repeat to yourself, “I can do this; I want a healthier and fitter me; I have the time to do this”. This is your Mantra. Say it often enough and you will start to believe it. Don’t be put off by glum folk who say it’s all a waste of time. Mix with positive people who will encourage you and improve your self-esteem. Metabolism slows down as you get older and this can lead to weight gain, but exercise helps keep weight on an even keel because you build lean muscle. You also improve your immune system and cardiovascular system; reduce bad cholesterol and boost brain-power. Research shows that only 32% of men and 21% of women aged over 50 in England undertake some form of regular exercise. In the over-65’s this drops to 17% of men and 12% of women, and in Scotland the figures are even less! The trainers at your Gym will discuss the best way to get you back into shape. If you haven’t exercised before or for a long while they will advise that you start slowly and build up gradually. Good instructors are enthusiastic and welltrained and will arrange a set of exercises to suit to you. Before you know it, you’ll have a routine e.g. 5 minutes bike, 5 minutes treadmill, 5 minutes weights. It will only take a few sessions before you improve and begin to compete with yourself. You’ll notice the benefits of improved posture; glowing skin; improved breathing, zest and vitality almost immediately. We are all living longer but perhaps we should also be aiming to live more healthily too. By Sharon Clement

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Do you have lots of household DIY tasks mounting up? Are you starting to feel a little overwhelmed? Hire a handyman! A good handyman will have right tools, and know-how to get the job done efficiently. Hiring someone who knows what they are doing will eliminate a lot of stress. Also, they will almost certainly save you money, especially if you would have to buy the right tools before you start or make a mistake which has to be put right! When hiring: Be Specific - Give an idea of the scale and scope of the job or jobs. For example, 'Rehang garden gate, repaint gate and 17 metres of 2m high garden fence.' Measurement are important as it gives idea of the scope of the task.

Send photos if you can - In the example above send photos of the gate and the fence. A picture will save a lot of words and help the handyman provide an accurate quotation. Remember cheapest isn't necessarily the best. Check an online price guide. There is lots of guidance available, but you should definitely bear in mind the total hours required. The handyman should be insured and have his own tools. Check all insurance documents carefully. Take your time, be pleasant and ask questions. Get a quote in writing to make sure you know exactly what you're getting. Then sit back and relax while someone else takes care of your household jobs! By Tom Hancock

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Welcome to Arundel Clocks 01243 585059 gary@arundelclocks.com I have been restoring, repairing, servicing and selling clocks for the last 25 years. Arundel Clocks is based in the heart of Elmer Sands, West Sussex serving surrounding areas. We are happy to undertake any work from a service to a major strip down and re‐build or restoration. I always give a guaranteed price (with no hidden costs) and an estimated time for completion of the work undertaken, all repairs are backed up with a back to base twelve month guarantee.

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How to come out on top It used to be thought that being a child meant living through the happiest days of your life. How times change. Now, with league tables, SATS, and GCSEs, many children are falling victim to stress. So, if you (or your children, if you’re a parent reading this) are feeling pressured, with no-where to turn, we have some great tips to help you get through exam season relatively unscathed. First a few words about stress. Stress is caused by the way our body responds to outside events, not necessarily by the events themselves. Some stress is good: adaptive stress releases adrenaline and helps us to rise to a challenge. It’s a temporary state and the body returns to normal very quickly. Problem stress occurs when the body stays in a heightened state for a prolonged period of time. It’s this type of stress which is causing problems for today’s children. Unlike when we were young and exams were end-of-term or even end-of year events, today’s child has seemingly relentless pressure to perform all year round with the result that they get very little down-time in which their body can recover from all that adrenaline. Not everyone suffers in the same way from stress. Some children seem to cope with it well. Research has shown that these children are generally more positive, have a good sense of humour and have parents who themselves deal well with potentially stressful situations. Finally, it’s useful to understand that while exams are important, they are not worth making yourself ill over. You can always sit them again.

Exam Busting Tips! Get plenty of rest - sleep is important Take regular breaks - you’ll stay fresher Leave time for some fun - when you’ve reached your revision goal reward yourself with an activity you enjoy Be realistic - Don’t overdo it Eat properly - avoid caffeinated drinks like coffee or coke. Exercise - It’s a great stress buster and improves your mood Be nice to yourself - Don’t beat yourself up about the things you haven’t done, be positive about all you’ve achieved Relax - When it all gets too much just chill for a while. You’ll feel much better. By Louise Addison

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Could You be a Cathedral Learning and Engagement Volunteer?

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Do you enjoy history, art/craft or drama activities? Do you enjoy being part of a team? Are you well organised with a friendly and helpful manner? Chichester Cathedral is supported by a team of more than 600 volunteers who generously gift their time and skills to fulfil roles. These include Welcomers, Bell Ringers, embroiderers, flower arrangers, Guides and Day Chaplains to name just a few. The Cathedral’s Learning and Engagement (L&E) Department is currently looking to expand its team of Volunteers to work with visiting schools, colleges, adults and families. There is a very active calendar of events, visits, study days and children’s holiday activities throughout the year. Volunteering offers an opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and become involved in the many aspects of Cathedral life. No previous experience is necessary as training will be given.

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If you are interested in finding out more and would like a copy of our Volunteer Role Profile, please contact Sue, Schools and Adults Officer, on 01243 812497 or sue.poil@chichestercathedral.org.uk or visit www.chichestercathedral.org.uk/vacancy/ learning

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This month - Scaling the walls What do you think of if I say ‘clematis’? I think most of us would think of the large, purple-flowered, “Jackmanii” or the rampant, bronze-leafed, pink-flowered montana rubens. They are both terrific plants, but I think they are a little over-used. My husband teases me that I tend to give my ‘clematis lecture’ when visiting friends’ houses and see one scrambling over a trellis. For your benefit I’ve written it down here. Clematis is known as the ‘Queen of Climbers’. It can be utterly spectacular and should definitely not be relegated to trellis. It can used for covering fences and arbours, old tree stumps, sheds and even in beds and borders. Choose wisely and you can have flowers from early spring until late autumn. For beds and borders you don’t want anything as vigorous as montana, which will smother everything it touches. Instead choose a daintier one such as a variety of texensis or viticella. The flowers of the texensis hybrids look like finely cut bells. “Etoile Rose” is a beautiful dark pink edged with paler pink and “Princess of Wales” is a beautiful rosy red. Both of these will scramble through shrubs and flower all summer. They die back in winter so can be tidied up then. Viticella hybrids produce flowers which look like little pixie hats as they open. “Minuet” has purple and white flowers suspended on fine stems

while “Purpurea Plena Elegans” produces double blooms which open into little purple rosettes. One of the most difficult sites to find climbers for is an east or north facing site. My absolute favourite clematis thrives in this situation and flowers in early spring. Clematis alpina “Pink Flamingo” produces nodding, semi-double, creamy flowers veined with deep pink. It has the added bonus of producing beautiful fluffy seed heads after the flowers fade. Clematis prefers its feet in the shade and its head in the sun. Make sure the plant’s roots are shaded: pieces of broken flagstone are ideal, or an old cracked upside-down terracotta pot with the bottom knocked out. When clematis is happy it will flower prolifically. Large-flowered clematis tend to produce a second flush in the autumn, but others like tangutica and orientalis wait to flower until then. Both of these are very vigorous and are great for covering unsightly sheds or old trees. Finally, if you have a sheltered spot against a wall try cirrhosa balearica. This is a beautiful, winterflowering variety with ferny foliage and pale-green flowers spotted with crimson. So, there it is…my clematis lecture. Hopefully you took notes and are ready to branch out into a whole new world of climbers. Happy gardening, By Rachael Leverton

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Council Office: The Parish Council office is open Monday to Friday 9 â€“ 11am Address: Felpham Community Hall, Meaden Way, Felpham, West Sussex PO22 8FA Telephone Number: 01243 827470 Email: Clerk@felphampc.gov.uk Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer: Richard Wickens (Please note that the Clerk will only be in attendance Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays) COMMITTEE AND COUNCIL MEETINGS Members of the public are welcome to all the meetings and will be given the opportunity to ask questions at the start of each meeting. Agendas of all meetings of the council are displayed on the ten notice boards sited throughout the village. Agendas and minutes of all the meetings can also be viewed on the Parish Website. www.felphampc.gov.uk Committee and Council Meetings Annual Parish Council Meeting Main Council Meeting Planning, Licensing and Neighborhood Planning Committee Finance and Administration Committee Allotments and Open Spaces Committee Projects Committee

Tuesday 14th May 6.15 p.m. Tuesday 14th May 6. 45 p.m. Tuesday 21st May 6.15 p.m. Tuesday 21st May 7.15 p.m. Tuesday 28th April 6.15 p.m. Tuesday 28th May 7.15 p.m.

News Council and Committee Fixtures in 2019 The restructured committee diary is now fully established. All residents and members of the business community are warmly invited to attend the Annual Parish Council, Main Council and all Committee Meetings. How Your Parish Council Communicates Do you view the Parish Council Web Site? We would welcome residentâ€™s ideas and comments as to whether the site meets your needs or what other information might be helpful to you and others. Please also comment on the information that is provided on the Parish notice boards. Would you be interested in coming along to community engagement and information sessions or would it be helpful for these to be held at local group or social meetings? Let us know what you think. Felpham Community Hall We are pleased to report regular savings resulting from the installation of Solar Panels. It is possible to monitor this information from the screen in the hall and a graph will also be produced to record the benefits achieved. To contact Felpham in Focus please email infocusmagazines@btinternet.com

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As the Community Hall is in constant use, regular maintenance and repair is ongoing to ensure that the presentation of the facilities meets the high expectations and safety requirements of hirers and users. For hiring enquiries residents should contact the Community Hall Manager Doug Millen. Allotments and Open Spaces Committee The Committee has been informed that proposals are being considered to improve facilities at George V recreation ground. This results from a possible change of a future plan for some land at the Blakes Mead site. Ideas put forward for a re think of the use of this land included an additional allotment which remains an aspiration of the Parish Council, a woodland area and a green cemetery. West Sussex County Council The recently completed road works to Summerly Lane and Felpham Way have improved traffic management and provide equal consideration for drivers travelling in all directions and pedestrians. Fun on the Prom Saturday 3rd August 2019 This year promises to be another great event with numerous Childrenâ€™s attractions, great local and internationally renowned entertainment for adults and another signature Firework Finale so be sure to put the date in your diary. Please contact us if you are interested in joining us on the day to promote your organisation or charity or if you would simply like to be involved. Local Emergency Planning Felpham and Yapton Emergency Reliance teams worked together to assist residents living close to the amenity tip in Chichester where a serious fire was being tackled by the Fire and Rescue Service. Working alongside colleagues from West Sussex County Council. They distributed essential safety information after responding at short notice to an emergency call out. Residents of all ages are invited to gain an awareness of local Emergency Planning and Response. Challenging Table top exercises using different realistic scenarios will be held and facilitated by experienced Emergency Planners at Felpham Community Hall on Thursday May 30th, Thursday August 1st and Thursday October 31st all starting at 6.30p.m. We are also able to deliver a twenty - minute presentation about local emergency planning to groups from all age ranges at your own meeting locations at a date and time convenient to you. Give us a call or leave a message on 01243 827470 and we will return your call and either provide more information or make an appointment to visit and provide a talk for your group.

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Welcome to an Open Studio…… Local contemporary Artist, Susie Olford, will be exhibiting and painting in her Venue of the Regis Open Studios Art Trail. As always, this happens during the first two weekends of May, including Bank Holiday Monday. Visiting the Trail is a wonderful way to show your weekend visitors around our part of West Sussex. You will be able to see Susie working in oils mainly with a palette knife. Susie’s venue in Flansham (PO22 8NJ) is a light filled barn which is a marvellous space to display her vibrant oils and acrylics (illustrated). Peter Hutton in Felpham (PO22 7QT) will show his dynamic vehicle and motorbike drawings and prints. Jeanette Clarke returns to the Trail with her pen and watercolour wash work, main‐ Surely to the Sea by Susie Olford ly of local buildings. (Venues 115, 117 and 116 respectively) This year your area welcomes some new artists to the Trail. All the information, and directions may be found in the colour brochure which is available from any Venue or local Libraries. Watch out for those bright green arrow signs. They say a picture paints a thousand words’ but better than the photograph is to see original art and an artist at work. At Susie’s barn there will be more paintings than you can imagine on display, colourful and atmospheric. Susie says, “my emotive skies always attract attention, they are full of life”. The brochure has details of the whole Trail, maps showing venue locations, post codes for Sat‐Nav users. Why not Swaying Fields by Susie Olford check the website, find the nearest Venue to you and pick up a brochure today. Practical information: chichesterarttrail.org. Regis region exhibitions is on Sat, Sun, & Mon 4th, 5th and 6th May (Bank Holiday) and Sat, Sun 11th and 12th May 2019. Open 1030 until 1730, free entrance. Susie’s Venue has convenient parking and wheelchair access. smoart@btinternet.com Clouds Overhead by Susie Olford To contact Felpham in Focus please email infocusmagazines@btinternet.com

Community Events & What’s On... St Mary’s Flower Festival and Open Gardens Weekend This popular village event, which is run every two years, will take place over the weekend of 8th and 9th June. St Mary’s Church will be bright with beautiful flower displays; St Marys’ Centre will be offering refreshments; and local gardens will be open to the public. Further details will be available nearer the time. However, organisers are looking for additional gardens to be included in the event. Gardens are open on Saturday and/or Sunday from 10am until 4pm. Would you like to be part of this event? All publicity materials and signage will be provided – you just need to supply your garden! If you would like to be part of this event, please contact Sue Holmes on 864437.

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The Chichester & Bognor Fibromyalga Support Group Offering help, support, advice for those in chronic pain. Have you been diagnosed with Fibro, ME or Chronic Fatigue? Or are you living with unexplained pain and/or tiredness? You are not alone! Why not come to one of our meetings? We meet on the first Friday of every month at the Chichester Park Hotel, Chichester. Meetings start at 11 am, although our meetings are quite informal so when you can make it is fine, and you can have a coffee/tea or and/or a snack and stay as long as you like. If you would like to learn more then please contact our helpline on 0844 8872589 or e-mail carorae@aol.com

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‘Flying, through the Pilot’s Eyes’ Presented by Mr Lorimer Burn Mr Lorimer Burn is returning to Air ACES to give another of his fascinating talks about his career in aviation. There will be four parts to the talk, covering areas of helicopter flying about which many of us know little or nothing.

What’s on at the Alexandra Theatre – May 2019. Every Saturday act 1 - 10 – 11am / act 2 - 11-30am – 12.30pm. ARTY – Drama workshops for ages 8 to 16 years. Friday 3rd May – 7.30pm – in studio 1.60 minutes of Classical Music.

The talks are held at the Chichester Park Hotel, Westhampnett Road, 6.45 for 7.30pm Members £3, visitors £5, under 16s FREE. No pre-booking. For further information about AirACES please see www.airaces.org.uk or call David Batcock on 01243 823007

Friday 10th May - 7.30pm. Jason Donavan – in person! “Mid-Life Crisis” tour. Thursday 16th – Saturday 18th May 7.30pm (Sat Mat – 3pm).Lucky Stiff. Chichester University Students. Tuesday 21st – Saturday 25th May 7.30pm (Sat Mat – 2.30pm). Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. BROS Musical Theatre present everyone’s favourite flying car coming to life on stage, fifty years after the beloved family film.

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Exercise, Health, Sport Fitness Fun & Friendship

Friday’s Fitness, Fun & Friendship class. HOLY CROSS Community Centre. 10.30 ‐ 11.30am Same Price....£2 PER PERSON. Gentle exercises. For more details ring Cherry on 01243 864529 Middleton Cricket Club is a friendly, progressive club with excellent facilities and one of the best grounds in the county. We offer the chance for adults and juniors to play cricket . Contact: burrowsmcc@hotmail.com Country Liners Line dance classes for all levels every Tuesday evening 6.30 to 9.45 at a cost of £3. New dancers are always welcome at this friendly club. Maureen Burgess 07774 828282 mmb27@btinternet.com Middleton Bowls Club in Middleton Sports Club in Sea Lane. Membership includes Social Membership of Middleton Sports Club.Contact: David Wilkins – 01243 585011 or Gary Steventon: 01243 585694 Middleton Squash Club A sociable club that has; 3 Courts/4 Club teams/Internal Doubles & Singles leagues/ Social player drop in sessions/Frequent squash events & tournaments/Expert coaching, plus a junior squash pro‐ gramme. Contact: Brandon Hanley (brandon_jmhanley@yahoo.co.uk) Countryside Amblers Contact – Tony Gibson 01243 263123 – countryamblers@gmail.com A social walking group, organising and leading weekday walks of four to six miles, optional pub lunch. New members welcome. YAPTON SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB is a sociable club & welcomes new members. Yapton Village Hall. Contact: Geraldine Whitehead 01243 582711 or Pauline Hoyland 01243 582574 hoyland1@talktalk.net Bognor Lawn Tennis Club offer a warm welcome to everyone interested in playing tennis. www.bognortennisclub.co.uk Membership Secretary David Roche 01243 264919 or rochebltc@gmail.com ARUN VOLLEYBALL CLUB Thursdays training: 8‐10 pm, Ladies Six Villages Sport Centre, Westergate Community School, PO20 3UE Fridays : 8– 10pm, Men, at Six Villages Sport Centre. Contact Olena on mob 07779258556, email: team@arunvolleyballclub.co.uk Aldingbourne & Dist. Bowls Club. Oliver's Meadow, Westergate. All weather carpet. Play all the year round Excellent facilities, free parking. Contact Alan Rust on 01243 866482 for more details Gentle Seated Exercise Class, Mondays 9.15 ‐ 10.00am Jubilee Hall, Middleton Suitable for all ages and abilities. £4. Contact Eileen 07510 154561 email: info@sittogetfit.co.uk www.sittogetfit.co.uk Middleton Modern Sequence Dance Club. Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm. Only £2.00 including refreshments @ Jubilee Hall, Shrubbs Drive, Middleton‐o‐Sea. Telephone: 01243 585192

Music, Art, Drama Felpham Community Singers Boost your well being. Make new friends. Join your local Community Choir. Tues‐ days 7.00 ‐ 8.30pm at Felpham Methodist Church, PO22 8QL. Info@musicsmart.org.uk Tel: 01243 842150

The Arts Society Walberton Monthly lectures take place at Yapton and Ford Village Hall on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 2.15pm, doors open at 1.30pm. A charge of £6 is made for visitors. The Regis Players Amateur Dramatic Society formed in 2006 for staging plays in Felpham Village Hall . Member of the National Operatic and Dramatic Association. New members ‐ acting, backstage very welcome. We also have a Friends membership. Peter Green www.regisplayers.com info@regisplayers.com 01243 587825 West Sussex Guitar Club We enjoy ensemble classes every Monday evening 5.45 – 7.45pm; on alternate fortnights at 8.00pm the Guitar Orchestra and Performance Workshop meet. To join us ring 01243 866462. The Regis Organ & Keyboard Club Live Entertainment, international artists, great music on the last Wednesday of each month at 7 for 7.30 pm at Jubilee Hall, Middleton‐on‐Sea. Entry £6.00. Contact Sue Scott 01243 824070. Madacts‐Music and Drama Club‐ is a club for children aged 7‐14. Friday term time 4.30‐6.00 at Jenesus Art Centre, Linden Road Bognor Regis PO21 2AS. Find us on Facebook, madacts@hotmail.co.uk or 1243842656 BOGNOR REGIS THEATRE CLUB Membership now available at £15 per person per annum. Travel by coach to theatres in Southampton, Eastbourne, Guildford, Woking, Kent etc. 5 Coach pick‐up points. M . For further Membership details please contact JAY WALTON on 01243 697856 Arun Choral Society. Do you enjoy singing? Would you like to join a friendly local Choral Society? Visit arunchoralsociety.co.uk or visit our Facebook page . Contact Lorraine Goodwin for more details memsec@arunchoralsociety.co.uk/ 01903 504188 . Monday evenings at 7.30 at Arundel C of E Primary School. Arun A Cappella rehearse Monday evenings at Jubilee Hall, Chalcraft Lane, North Bersted, B R from 7.30 to 10 pm. We welcome all females aged over 16 who enjoy singing. Do come along, bring a friend ‐ we look forward to meeting you. Just come along or phone 01243 826448 Bognor Regis Music Club presents a programme of classical music concerts presented by professional musi‐ cians and Club members on Saturday evenings. Entry at the door costs between £6 and £11, Concerts start at 7pm at 2 Sudley Road, PO21 1EU. More information from Chris Coote (01243 773276) or www.BognorRegisMusic.org.uk

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65 D.I.Y. Art Club We are a self‐funding, self‐help group of artists of all abilities. any newcomers welcome. 1 ses‐ st

sion FREE . £4 per session thereafter. It is every Thursday and Friday 10am – 12.30pm at the Middleton Scout HQ in Shrubbs Field. Come and have a try, reference books for inspiration and there is tea/coffee/biscuits. For further information tel: Yvonne Clay 01243‐860287 or yvonne‐clay@hotmail.co.uk Felpham Art Group, based at Felpham Village Hall, meets fortnightly on Saturday afternoons for Demonstrations by artists, and workshops. Contact: Terry Collins on 01243 465350 or www.Felphamartgroup.com.

Groups / Clubs / Organisations BOGNOR, ALDWICK & FELPHAM NWR : stimulating, enjoyable ladies social group, meets fortnightly for discussions, talks, outings, etc. Tel or text: 07879 420244 www.nwr.org.uk BOGNOR TWINNING : entertaining, local social programme, plus close contact with France & Germany. Tel: 01243 863225 www.bognortwinning.co.uk The Bognor Club 2, Sudley Road Bognor Bridge Chess and Snooker For more information please contact John Austin 01243 823900 or Jennie Wright 01243 583856 or bognorbridge@yahoo.com 1st Felpham Sea Scout Group is a Royal Navy Recognised (RN51) sea scout group. We have a beaver colony, two cub packs and a scout troop and all sections run an active and exciting program for our young people. Our hut is located in Vicarage Lane next to the Memorial hall. gsl@firstfelpham.org.uk www.firstfelpham.org.uk Chichester & District Bonsai Society Bassil Shipham Centre, Tozer Way, St. Pancras Chichester, PO19 7LG www.chichesterbonsai.co.uk We meet on the 2nd Thursday of every month February to December CONCORDE SOCIAL CLUB FOR Widowed, Divorced and Single over 50’s, please contact Alf 01243 821645, Anita 01243 264691, Joy 07985 548610 or visit concordesinglesandsocialclub.co.uk Felpham & Middleton Local History Group. We are a group of people who are interested in all local history matters. We meet once a month, except for August, on the third Tuesday. Join us at the Felpham Memorial Hall, Vicarage Lane in the Committee Room (at the rear of the building) at 7pm for a couple of hours and see if we can spark your interest in your local area, or help you with your own research. fmlhw.webplus.net Felpham & Middleton Horticultural Society. Open to everyone with an interest in gardening and grow‐ ing. Monthly meetings, shows & outings. We meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Tuesday of each month apart from Decem‐ ber, January & August in St Mary’s Centre, Grassmere Close, Felpham PO22 7NU. Free entry for members includes refreshments. Visitors are welcome to enjoy an entertaining and informative evening. Paula Puleston 01243 584843 Bognor Regis and District Horticultural Society ‐ Gardening Club Meets on the 4 Thursday of each month at the Jubilee Hall, Chalcraft Lane starting at 7.30 pm. Speakers and outings to nearby gardens. Visitors are welcome and pay £2.00 per evening. Annual subscription is £5.00. 01243 822615 or visit www.brhortsoc.co.uk Felpham Singles Social Club The Club welcomes those who are of a mature age, single, widowed or divorced and who want to improve their social life. First Monday of every month at The George Inn, Felpham at 8pm to meet others . Next meeting is Monday, 6th May, 8pm. No membership required. Disco at 9pm, raffle at 10pm. See www.felphamsingles.yolasite.com for programme or call Anne on 01243 821530 or Dianne 01243 543281 st 1 Middleton On ‐ Sea Scout Group. We are a scout group offering a Beaver, Cub and Scout sections for young persons between 6 and 14, allowing them to undertake an active, varied adventurous programme from hiking to sailing, camping to first aid. We meet at our headquarters Shrubbs Field in Middleton. Our hall is also available to hire. Contact the group scout leader – rob@wanders1.co.uk for more information. http://www.1st‐mos‐scouts.btck.co.uk Be prepared… for life challenging adventures! Parkinson's UK is a friendly group for all people with Parkinson's and their carers. Newell Centre, Chichester 2pm 3rd Monday; Regis School of Music, Bognor Regis 2pm first Tuesday; 01243 827179 http://www.parkinsons.org.uk/local‐support‐groups/regions/south‐east‐eng margaret@thegoodwillgroup.com Westergate Christian Fellowship is committed to the sound teaching of the Word and the spreading of the Good News. For further information contact Mike or Anne Waller on (01243)553417 or visit us at www.westergatefellowship.co.uk Bognor Regis Camera Club. We meet at St Mary's Centre Felpham weekly between mid September and mid May. Please visit our website at www.bognorregiscameraclub.org or telephone Rob on 01243 861956. Middleton Backgammon Club Backgammon is one of the oldest board games and is played every Monday morning from 9am – 11am at MSC. All standards of players are welcome. Contact: info@middletonsportsclub.co.uk Felpham Evening WI meets on the third Monday of each month (except August) at 7:30pm in Felpham Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, PO22 7DZ. We are currently full, but you can come as a visitor with a view to joining our waiting list. Please contact Al on 01243 584088 or Janice on 01243 582347. th

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Felpham Village WI meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 2pm at the Village Hall in Vicarage Lane. We have monthly speakers on varied subjects and refreshments available. We also hold a raffle to raise funds. If you wish to let us know you are coming please contact. Michele Wigg 01243‐827571. Felpham Fillies WI meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month at Felpham Methodist Church Hall, Felpham Way, PO22 8QL. Meetings start at 7pm & include entertaining speakers, refreshments, raffle &book stall. It’s open to all women over the age of 18 so come along and meet new friends. More details from Caroline (07944 678720) Middleton on Sea WI are a friendly group of ladies of various ages who meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Scout Hall, Middleton from 2pm to 4pm. We have a varied programme and welcome new mem‐ bers. For further details please contact Brenda on 01243 587580 or Jacky on 01243 582077. Yapton Village WI meets at 10.00am on the third Tuesday of every month (except August), at Yapton Village Hall. For further information, please contact Alison Coote ‐ 01243 773276 (president@yaptonvillagewi.co.uk) Eastergate & Barnham WI Fri 12 April – 7.30 – 9.30pm Eastergate & Barnham are delighted to invite you to their new WI group. Come & join us at our meeting, make new friends and take part in a variety of activities. At Eastergate Village Hall, Barnham Road, PO20 3XA. Call 07984 350309 or 07932 057589 or just come along. Eastergate Friends WI meets on the second Monday of each month (except August) at 10am in Eastergate Parish Hall. We would love to meet you, so do come along. If you would like more informa on or to let us know you are coming please email Eastergate.friendsWI@hotmail.com Middleton 4Sight Group meet on the 2nd Thursday in the month at 1.30 pm at St Nicholas Church Hall in Middleton. Anyone who is only slightly short sighted, partially sighted, or blind is welcome to come along and join us. For more info contact Jackie on 01243 582680 or 4Sight office 01243 828555 Transport can be arranged. The Bognor Regis Local History Society meets on a Monday evening from 7.30 at The Hub Community Centre, 73 Queensway, and Bognor Regis. Visitors are always welcome at £3 each. The May mee ng will have a talk on Sussex Inn Signs and their history by Janet Pennington. The Museum is now open for the season, and the volunteers have working hard to produce some new displays for the season. Visit the Society website for more uptodate information: ‐ http://www.bognormuseum.org Arun & Chichester (Air) Enthusiasts Society AirACES www.airaces.org.uk. Air ACES is an aviation talk society, providing regular talks held at the Chichester Park Hotel, Westhampnett Road, Chichester. Contact David Batcock on 01243 823007 Arun West U3A The U3A is a self help organization for those who have left full‐time employment. Arun West U3A offers over 100 activity groups and operates in cooperation with Littlehampton U3A's. Our U3A serves the villages of Middleton, Elmer, Felpham, Clymping, Ford, Yapton, Barnham & Walberton and outlying hamlets. www.u3asites.org.uk/arunwest Bognor Regis U3A serves the coastal area from Middleton through to Pagham including Bognor Regis town. Come to a regular Monthly Meeting to find out what we do. Every 3rd Thursday of the Month (check the website) St Mary’s Hall Felpham: 10.30 to 12.00 am Only £1 for refreshments, friends and a fascinating speaker. Come & join us! Elmer Sands Bridge Club Do you play or have you ever played bridge? Would you like to play again? This friendly club meets at Jubilee Hall, Middleton‐on‐Sea three times a week. Newcomers are made very welcome, subscription is reasonable. For more information telephone Peter on 01243 585680 BOGNOR ARC Club for people living with sight loss meets every other Tuesday from 2 ‐ 4 pm. at Servite House, Hawthorne Road, Bognor PO21 2DF. New members very welcome. Speakers, entertainment, lunches in and out, Ring Pat on 01243 582409 initially for further information. The British Sugarcraft Guild Bognor Regis Branch meet 1st Thursday in the month except January and December at 7.30pm at The Community Centre, Chalcraft Lane, North Bersted. Cost £3 members £5 visitors includes tea/coffee & cake. Cygnets (ages 7‐18years) meet several times a year at Jubilee Hall, Shrubbs Drive, Middleton, on a Saturday morning 10am ‐ 12.30pm & costs £5 (everything provided) Their next meeting 27th April 39 Youth Club for young people aged 11 to 14 Tuesday 4 to 6pm, cooking, table tennis, table football, pool, wifi, weei and dance mat. tuck shop, all for £1. We meet at the club behind St Mary's Catholic School in Church Path next to the Find it out Centre, Glamis Street.

Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis support group. We meet monthly on the second Thursday afternoon, from 21.15 ‐ 3.45pm at the Pagham Village Hall's Committee Room PO21 4NJ. Contact Patricia on 01243 263866

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The monthly talk at Yapton Village Hall (BN18 0ET) will be held on Wednesday 8th May at 2pm. West Sussex Crime Police Commissioner, Katy Bourne, will talk about her role in the post since 2012. Please come and join us for an interesting and informative talk. MONTHLY COFFEE MORNINGS: 10.15am-12pm: 1st Thursday at St. Mary’s Centre, Felpham. PO22 7NU. (free car parking available). 10.30am - 12pm: 3rd Monday at The Wilkes Head, Eastergate. PO20 3UT These are just some of the activities that the U3A puts on to make the most of life after full-time employment. Arun West U3A offers the opportunity to develop interests, socialize and make new friends with the emphasis on “Learn, Laugh and Live”. Why not contact us or come along to the friendly Coffee Mornings or talks to find out more. All welcome. Come alone or bring a friend! Google Arun West U3A website for more details.

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May - 6pm to 9pm - Private View Saturday 18 May - 10am - 6pm - Public Day Sunday 19 May - 10am to 5pm - Public Day In 2019, Sussex is hosting contemporary art fairs in the UK brought to you by Fraser Renton, Oliver Norris and Leah Michelle of Sussex Art Fairs (West) The inaugural Sussex Art Fairs (West) takes place at Goodwood Racecourse. There will be 100 exhibitors in the two main halls of The March Stand with 1000’s of artworks from over 160 artists available for purchase. Website https://www.sussexartfairs.co.uk/ Tickets (Eventbrite) http:// bit.ly/2UcyuR2WSAFGoodwoodTickets

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Double Glazing/ Windows

Hardware & Calor Gas

Aerial & Satellite Connection 42

Arun Windows & Door Repair 3 Andy Payne 52 Britannia Windows 70

Kitchens Bedrooms

Bathroom Fittings/ Accessories Everything Bathroom

Beauty / Therapy Coastal Breeze Beauty Jenni Tarbutt Cryotherapy

42 33

Vital Plants

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Care Centres & Home Care Hollymead House Summerley Care Home

56 33

Carpenter Mark Shaddick

Carpets & Flooring S M Flooring Sargeants Carpets

17 43

Children's Clubs Rise & Shine

Chiropractor Dr A Cobb

Cleaning Services Clean Fix Carpets Conway Cleaning KLJ Services Miss Mop Oven Wizards

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Clearance Specialist B&W Services

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Curtains, Blinds & Fabrics Stock Blinds

Dental Care Felpham Dental Ceramics Felpham Dental Surgery

Classic Mantels

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Footcare Felpham Chiropody & Podiatry Surgery Prescription Footwear Shoe Medic

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Funeral Services Darren Miles Reynolds

71 57

Garage Doors

Garden Services

46 49

Fireplaces

Council News Felpham Parish Council

Responsible Equity Release

Cathedral Landscapes ColourFence Gary Mortley The Garden Show Vital Plants

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Hairdresser Karen

TempPest Alanâ€™s Plumbing Enticotts Priority Heating & Gas Regis GPS Well Plumbed

41 22 30

JBS Print

Property Maintenance Allbrights Mick Hancock RWH Interiors

19 37 22

Pubs The Thatched House

Restaurants / Hotels The Elmer

Solicitor Helen Gagan Solicitor Jackie Scott MJR Solicitors

68 21 13

Security GRN Locksmith The Lock Medic

55 47

Sports Tuition / Clubs Bognor Regis Tennis Middleton Sports Club

22 30

Stairlifts Baronmead

Taxis Five Star

Tree Surgery C M Tree Care IPS

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Upholstery 22

Utility Installations CPI Moling

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Print & Design

S. Roberts Upholsterers 21

Handyman Services Darren Hall Mick Hancock Professional Handyman

Plumbing & Heating

Financial Services

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Computer Services Scan Station

Slimmimg World

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Pest Control 21

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Companion / Driving Driving Miss Daisy

The Decorator Man RWH Interiors

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Jazz at the Village

Estate / Letting Agents Mays Estate Agents

Music / Concerts /Tuition Painting/Decorating

Electrical Contractor Danny H J Humphrey

Dream Doors Sargeants KBB

Driving School Coastline Driving

Caravan Services T H Caravan Services

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Driveways/Patios

Car repairs & Maintenance N L Autos

Dressmaker / Designer

Builders Allbrights D & M Builders Roofing Solutions

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