Dear All, November is the month we remember, and pay tribute to, all the fallen servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for their country. Thank you to everyone for sending me such moving articles and memories of those we have lost here in Sussex, and who we must never forget.
Those lives cannot have been lost in vain. Even in these ever-changing, uncertain times, I also hope it is a time to reflect and have hope for the future – as that is what those brave men and women were fighting for and defending – our future.
For me, November also marks birthdays and the lull before the Christmas storm. A time to enjoy the warmth of the log fire inside and crispy, bluesky days outside. It’s the month I plan to be incredibly organised and make Christmas goodies ahead of time and the 30th arrives far too soon!
Enjoy November and all its lovely moments.
Best wishes, Kate X Felpham in Focus is available to collect from Felpham Village Post Office.
DECEMBER / JANUARY ISSUE DEADLINE – WEDNESDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2025
THE PLATINUM WINDOW BY
JANE SUMMERVILLE
It is wonderful to welcome the new stained-glass window (see front cover) for St Mary’s Church, Felpham and the wider community. You could say this story began in 1940, during WWII, when Princess Elizabeth, aged 14, gave her first public broadcast addressing children who had been evacuated because of the Blitz.
You could also say this story began during WWII, when a bomb – dropped in The Grove, Felpham – blew out most of St Mary’s stained-glass windows. The Platinum Window will replace one of the two remaining plain glass windows that were put in as a result.
The design commemorates the late Queen Elizabeth II’s extraordinary life of service – rather than her private passions. For this reason, you will not find a corgi or racehorse. Rather, we see the late Queen: as a mechanic in the ATS; distributing Maundy money; on horseback for Trooping the Colour; and in relief portraits from her Coronation and Platinum Jubilee. These depictions are against a background of sand and sea, rising through rolling green hills to Westminster Abbey where she was crowned and St George’s Chapel, Windsor where she was laid to rest. We see symbols of her role as Monarch, Head of the Commonwealth and Defender of the Faith. There are images of flowers throughout the window, including poppies for Remembrance.
The designer is local, stained-glass artist and maker, Jan Simpson t/a Koru Arts, who blends traditional stained glass and modern casting techniques. When the window is installed, please come and see its beauty and symbolism. St Mary’s is open to everyone. To find out more, please go to: https://www. stmarysfelpham.org and scroll down to Platinum Window.
ARE YOU ON YOUR OWN ON CHRISTMAS DAY – OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS?
St Mary’s Felpham is once again offering a FREE Christmas meal to those in our community, old or young, who are on their own over the Christmas period. Don’t sit at home on your own Christmas Day – come along to St Mary’s Centre, Grassmere. There you will receive a traditional lunch of turkey (or alternative) with all the trimmings and seasonal vegetables. This will be followed by Christmas pudding and mince pies. Coffees and teas will be provided but if you prefer something stronger, you will need to bring this with you.
If you, or someone you know, would like to join the St Mary’s Christmas lunch please book a place by phoning 07789 281553 or email: maddiedean3@gmail.com by 17 December.
LOCAL HISTORY BY
SYLVIA ENDACOTT
ST MARY MAGDALENE
The Parish Church of Bognor is St Mary Magdalene in South Bersted. The original church is believed to have been built in the mid 13th century. The chancel, nave and tower were incorporated in the present church which was consecrated in 1405.
Sir Richard Hotham, made an entry in the church register on 18th January 1787 marking the laying of 'the first foundation stone at Bognor in the Parish of Berstead,' thus providing us with a birthday for the town, which is celebrated annually in a short service by his grave in the churchyard. Restoration work in 1879-1881 followed an inspection which reported serious structural faults in the chancel walls, roof and buttresses supporting the tower.
Also buried in the churchyard is Mary Wheatland who was Bognor's famous 'bathing lady'. She was 'taken to her final resting place by Bognor fishermen in April 1924.' She operated many of the bathing machines adjacent to the Pier and saved numerous lives.
Internally there are memorials of town families and visitors to the area. Above the south door there is an escutcheon (shield with coat of arms) commemorating the visit of King George V. Some of the other curiosities include a mass dial and a Saxon stone embedded on an interior wall. The interior of the spire is entirely of heart of oak on which were fastened 12,000 oak shingles. Work is regularly carried out on this superb church, which certainly warrants a visit to see its many interesting historical facets.
ARUN & CHICHESTER (AIR) ENTHUSIASTS SOCIETY
AirACES www.airaces.org.uk
Patrons – Sqn Ldr Richard (Dick) Kharegat RAF (Retd) – ex Vulcan, Victor, B52 Pilot Sqn Ldr Rod Dean RAF (Ret’d) – ex Hawker Hunter Pilot and Display Pilot Monday 24 November 2025 – 1845 for 1930 hrs
The RAF ‘V’ Bombers, Vulcan, Victor and Valiant
A talk presented by Mr Andy Richardson
Andy Richardson has been engaged in aviation throughout his adult life. Starting in 1960 with an 18-year flying career in the RAF which included crewing the nuclear armed Vulcan during the Cold War. He subsequently held high level posts in International Business Development in British Aerospace, MacDonnell Douglas and Boeing until his retirement. He is a Member of the Royal Institute of Navigation and a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
Post WWII with the advent of the nuclear age Britain’s military aviation ability was low in terms of aircraft, aircrew and system capability. New fourjet bomber designs, the Avro Vulcan, Vickers Valiant and Handley Page Victor were brought into service. For over a decade the RAF 'V' bombers and their crews provided Britain’s Nuclear Deterrent and in so doing kept the country safe during the height of the Cold War. They have been appropriately named the 'ultimate peacekeepers'.
VENUE – Boxgrove Village Hall, The Street, Boxgrove, PO18 0EE 6.45pm for 7.30pm start. Members £5, Non-members £10 and under 16s FREE.
Doors open at 6.45pm no pre-booking, no reserved seating. For further information about AirACES, please see www.airaces.org.uk or call David Batcock on 07502 400657.
HOST THE PERFECT BONFIRE NIGHT PARTY
FOLLOW THE THREE FS BY CATH MORLEY
There’s something magical about Bonfire Night – crackling flames, sparkling fireworks and the joy of gathering with friends, wrapped up against November chill. The best parties don’t need fuss or formality; just the three Fs: Flames, Food and Fireworks.
Flames - Every great bonfire is built with care. Start with tinder – paper, wood shavings, or firelighters - then stack kindling in a teepee shape and top it with logs that will burn long into the night. Light it about half an hour before guests arrive so the fire is roaring as coats come off and chatter begins. For tradition’s sake, you can add a Guy Fawkes competition with prizes for the most creative one.
Food - Nothing beats hearty food shared outdoors. A steaming pot of homemade soup is perfect for warming hands, while a picnic table laden with hot dogs piled with fried onions are unbeatable, and no Bonfire Night is complete without sticky parkin, treacle toffee, and toffee apples. These nostalgic flavours are as much a part of the evening as the sparks in the sky.
Fireworks - Fireworks bring the “oohs” and “aahs.” Ask guests to bring a box to share – the collective excitement is worth more than any grand display. And don’t forget sparklers: a simple delight that keeps children (and adults) grinning. Just be sure to have water and sand buckets and follow the firework code to keep everyone safe.
Add a few practical touches: a torch or two, doormats to save the carpets, then let the evening unfold naturally. By the time the fire has dimmed to glowing embers, you’ll have a bonfire night to remember, and people will be asking for a repeat performance next year.
Weds 5th Nov THE SOUTH COAST QUARTET
This is a great Quartet with a musical mix of swing, be-bop and funk.
Weds
Simon Bates (sax), Jason Henson (guitar), Dan Sheppard (bass) & Bobby Worth (drums)
(sax),
Pearce (piano),
Morgan (bass)
LOCAL
LIVES:
CORPORAL IVY GLADYS AYLING, W/51693 AND SERGEANT PETER GEOFFREY EDYVEAN-WALKER, 1808351
BY JANE SUMMERVILLE
In this year of the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe and in this month of Remembrance, we remember two of the Fallen from WWII who were laid to rest in the Churchyard of St Mary’s, Felpham.
Firstly, we remember Corporal Ivy Gladys Ayling, Service Number W/51693 who served in the Auxiliary Territorial Service (the ATS) – the women’s branch of the British Army at that time.
We know that Ivy was attached to the 363rd Searchlight Battery of the Royal Artillery. The 363rd Searchlight Regiment was formed in 1936 as a volunteer air defence battalion. Searchlight battalions were a critical part of air defence, primarily recognising and illuminating enemy aircraft. Searchlight operators were often members of the ATS.
We also know that Ivy died on 12 March 1946, aged 22. She was the daughter of Percy and Winifred May Ayling, of Felpham. The Personal Inscription on her Commonwealth War Graves Commission headstone – the only one in St Mary’s Churchyard for a female service person from either World War - reads: LOVE’S LAST ACT / REMEMBRANCE. Ivy Ayling’s parents share her grave.
We also remember Sergeant Peter Geoffrey Edyvean-Walker, Service Number 1808351, who served in the Royal Airforce Volunteer Reserve, as a Flight Engineer in the 166th Squadron. We know that Peter had been working at the Bank of England in London but had been released to join HM Forces, on 7 August 1942.
The 166th Squadron was based at RAF Kirmington, in Lincolnshire, from January 1943. According to the Imperial War Museum, the squadron was originally equipped with the Vickers Wellington bombers which carried a crew of five but subsequently converted to the four-engine, Avro Lancaster bomber which carried a crew of seven.
On 17th November 1943, Peter was one of eight airmen (not the usual seven) on board a Lancaster bomber which was on a training exercise. This exercise ended in a fatal crash when the aircraft collided with trees on nearby high ground when the pilot was going round again before making a second attempt to land. Sergeant Peter Edyvean-Walker was killed together with five other members of the crew.
Peter was aged 19. He was the son of Horace and Mary Elizabeth Edyvean-Walker, of Felpham. There is a Personal Inscription on his Commonwealth War Graves Headstone which reads: IN PROUD MEMORY / OF OUR DEAR SON / WHO WAS BORNE ON THE WINGS / OF FLIGHT TO GOD.
ºPeter’s name is also commemorated in a Roll of Honour on the East Panel in the Entrance Hall to the Bank of England, together with the names of 64 other employees who gave their lives for their country.
On Sunday 9 November 2025, at 10.45 AM, Reverend John Challis, Rector of St Mary’s will lead the Felpham community in a shared act of remembrance, at the War Memorial in the Churchyard. Please join us. We Will Remember Them.
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IT'S WINTER BOOT SEASON
BY FELPHAM FASHION GURU VICKY BOOKER
Who doesn’t love a new pair of boots for the season? Do you go for a flat or a heel, ankle or calf length, safe neutral or a fun statement? There’s so much choice it can be overwhelming. So here are my top picks of the key looks to ensure your feet will be the best shod in town this winter!
Best
Modern Classic – The Tayla Boot by Dune, £159
Easy to walk in low block heel. Choice of colours – six altogether including this season’s key chocolate brown. Two width fittings to fit both those with slimmer and curvier calves. Flattering and comfy almond-shaped toe. These knee-length boots from Dune literally tick all the boxes and would look great with skirts and trousers or jeans alike.
The Slouchy One – Black Slouchy heeled Ankle Boots by River Island, £46
The slouch boot! Reminiscent of the 80’s vibe, the slouch style was all over the catwalks. Also taking inspiration from Vivienne Westwood’s iconic pirate boot, this style has the magic effect of making your legs look slimmer! Great for wearing over jeans and fitted trousers, or with skirts.
The Western One - Anniee Burgundy Leather Boot by Moda in Pelle, £109.95
All things cowgirl is still a key look (thanks Beyonce!), and the western boot is very much at the fore of this trend. To avoid looking like you’re on a hen do, or a reject from Yellowstone, stick with a simple and paired down look – or indeed go all out and own your inner Beth! I love these cool but subtle version in another on-trend shade – burgundy (but also comes in black, snake and pewter).
The Animal Print Boot – Leopard Suede Ankle Boots Giselle by Mimmu, £169
As you’ll know, I adore animal print – it never really goes out of fashion and is a neutral as far as I’m concerned! This season, the boots have been getting the animal treatment. For subtle take on this trend, I love these more casual chunky style boots by Mimmu, handcrafted in Italy a statement, without being too ‘out there’.
Enjoy! If you want to discover the styles and silhouettes that will suit you best, book in for a style or shopping session with me.
Vickybooker.com or contact me for info – vicky@vickybooker.com
Vicky Booker.
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Waders
WADING INTO WINTER
BY ALICE MCDOUGALL
In November, when the nights are drawing in and we start hibernating for the winter, Pagham Harbour and Medmerry RSPB reserves are alive with visiting winter birds. If you have not visited the reserves before, now is a great time to go. For beginner birdwatchers, identifying the different birds in the monochrome tones of winter can be confusing. Here’s a few to look out for:
This is an overarching term for a number of species which share many characteristics. Curlews, turnstones, redshanks, snipes, godwits and plovers (among others) are all ‘waders’ which, as the name suggests, can often be found wading in shallow waters. At Pagham Harbour, look out for the black-tailed godwit. With their fabulous long legs, straight beaks and soft grey winter plumage, these elegant winter visitors are likely to be migrants from Iceland.
Divers
You might initially identify divers by their unusual feather structure which gives them a more primitive look compared to other seabirds. They have long slender bodies with legs situated at the back rather than the middle. This gives them many superpowers, for example, they are exceptionally graceful and fast swimmers and can dive down to depths of 10 metres.
The red-throated is the smallest and most common in British waters – the red throat only being visible in the breeding season, and so more easily identified by their white faces and soft grey cap and neck. The great northern diver looks very different; it is a much larger and stockier bird, slightly smaller than a cormorant, with a shorter neck and a steep forehead compared to the red-throated diver.
Grebes
Grebes also have feet situated towards the back of their body allowing them to be adept and graceful swimmers. In the UK, Slavonian Grebes breed on just a few lochs in Scotland, but the sea around the Selsey peninsula and Chichester Harbour has become an important wintering site for these little birds; again they prefer to stay in the waters offshore. In their fine breeding plumage, they display stunning, exotic colours of golden yellow and rich rusty reds; in the winter, they are still beautiful but a monochrome black and white.
Join us on one or our guided walks this November to find and identify some of our wonderful winter visitors.
To find our more and book: https://events.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour
Image by Ben Andrew
ARTIST OF THE MONTH: IAN WOOD
If you are thinking of starting your art journey I have good news: ‘Art Has No Rules’. Art has guidelines and it is those that are learnt in stages and at your own pace.
I was about 8 years-old when I started my art journey and by the time I was aged 13, I was painting in oils, one of which I still have at home today, unfinished. I was tutored at Falmouth School of Art in the late 70’s and went on to start my business and career in garden design for many years, but never left art painting.
My family are from West Sussex which is also where my business was run. It is through ill health that I found my way into tutoring, as the nurses kept saying “why don’t you teach art”, as I constantly worked with art during my recovery.
A challenge is always my inspiration as I am open to different styles and subjects and often use mixed media to express the subject painting in hand. With my paintings, I also enjoy tutoring and bringing on students with their art at my home studio in Middleton on Sea.
Gouache watercolour paint is my medium choice for understanding how to paint, before moving on to oils, acrylics, chalk and oil pastels.
My teaching method is art school style and is 1 to 1’s and up to groups of three.
Please do contact me or visit my studio for more details if you are thinking of art lessons. Phone/ text: 07771 928397 Facebook @ian wood art
Ian Wood.
BUTTERSKWUT NOSH!
This lovely dish of pasta with butternut squash and brown sage butter acquired its name when my then four-year-old son mixed up his words while asking if we could have his favourite pasta dish for supper! Eighteen years on we still call it Butterskwut Nosh!
Preparation time: 25 mins Cooking time: 25 mins Serves 4-6 servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
Half a large squash or one whole small squash, peeled, deseeded, and chopped in 2cm chunks.
Method
Salt and pepper
30g unsalted butter
1 small shallot or half a small onion, finely diced.
15g fresh sage leaves, finely chopped.
• Heat the olive oil in a large stainless-steel pan. Add the diced squash, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally until golden brown and tender. Add the unsalted butter and finely chopped shallot and continue cooking, stirring frequently for about a minute, until the butter is lightly browned and smells nutty. Add the sage and stir to combine. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Set aside.
1 tbsp lemon juice
450g pasta tubes
25g fresh grated parmesan plus extra to serve.
• Fill a medium or large saucepan with salted water and bring to the boil. Add the pasta tubes and cook until they are not quite fully cooked. Drain the pasta and reserve a couple cups of the liquid.
• Add the almost-cooked pasta and about half a cup of the pasta water to the pan containing the squash. Bring everything to a simmer and stir constantly until the pasta finishes cooking, adding more water if required to keep the sauce loose. When the pasta is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the parmesan. Serve immediately, top with more parmesan at the table.
ST MARY’S ART AND COLLECTABLES SALE
Are you looking for something new to go on the wall? Perhaps something a bit different to go in the cabinet or on the shelf? Why not come along to St Mary’s Centre on Saturday 8 November and pick up a bargain.
St Mary’s receives many donations for its monthly table top sales and has recently been given a selection of artwork and a special, one-off sale, has been organised. Some of the artworks are prints, some original paintings. Landscapes, florals, local interest – the selection is varied and prices are very reasonable. Apart from the paintings and prints, collectables of all sorts will also be on offer.
Sale starts at 2pm on Saturday 8 November. Please note that only CASH can be accepted.
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THE HISTORY OF HEYGATES BY KATE STEWART
Heygates Bookshop in Bognor Regis was founded in 1968 by the Heygate family and in 2016 was taken over by Jason Passingham who was literally looking for something new to do!
After 50 years at 67 High St, needing a bigger (and drier!) the book shop moved to the town’s Grade II Listed Railway Station, right under the clock tower. The shop reopened in May 2021 and is now one of the South of England’s leading new and used bookshops, offering an extended range of not just books but also jigsaws, maps, comics and graphic novels, antiquarian books, modern first editions, book-related gifts, cards and since 2022, coffee!!
A life size Dalek, Harry Potter 9 ¾ platform trolley and lots of other movie, book and TV themed props make it a really fun place to visit for all the family.
Heygates also serves as an ideal solution for donating any books you no longer need, with a part-exchange scheme initiated when the shop was founded, meaning they’ve been environmentally-friendly for over 50 years.
The shop promotes local authors through regular “meet n greet” book signing events, and they also support local good causes by donating excess stock to a Sussex Rotary Club and are the correspondence address for Bognor Regis Seafront Lights.
Jason is passionate about reading, joking that who would have thought that someone who was diagnosed with dyslexia at school would end up running a bookshop! He loves reading himself and argues that anyone who says they don’t like reading just hasn’t found the right book.
To find out more visit: www.heygatesbooks.com or Bognor Regis Railway Station Station Rd, Bognor Regis PO21 1BP Tel: 01243 860079 or email Jason: heygatesbooks@gmail.com
JASON PASSINGHAM’S CHRISTMAS BOOK REVIEW
The Christmas Gingerbread Village by Kylie Dunbar is a cosy, totally feelgood, seasonal read that will make you warm inside. The perfect read to snuggle up and have you feeling festive!
Grab a large hot chocolate and read all about the town of Wheaton which is once again holding its annual gingerbread model village exhibition and grotto. This event has played an important part in this sleepy Cotswold hamlet’s Christmas celebrations for decades. For years the gingerbread exhibition drew visitors from across the whole region and each year the model town grew more elaborate and ambitious but recently, interest has been dwindling.
To make matters worse, the gingerbread grotto now needs to be rehomed or close forever. Sixty-four-year-old Margi, the event’s founder, has had enough of village life (and its total lack of eligible men) and is planning to sell up and head to Birmingham to live closer to her niece.
Margi has lost her spark and her Christmas spirit and decides this will be her last gingerbread village but becomes despondent when she discovers her only support is her long-time friend, Izzy, her niece Lucy from Birmingham, and Fern, the shy young farmer’s daughter, and Patrick, the rather gorgeous, reliable school caretaker.
As if this wasn’t enough, Lucy is determined to get her out dating again and persuades her to try some online dating apps, but Margi’s had her heart broken too many times and wonders if she has just missed her chance. Will they save the Gingerbread Grotto and can Margi get her old spark and her Christmas spirit back? A cosy, totally feel good seasonal read that will make you warm inside. The perfect read to snuggle up and have you feeling festive!
Jason Passingham.
Please
Down
2. Autonomous computer programme (3)
3. Painkiller and blood thinner (7)
4. With hands on hips (6)
5. Bewildered (2,3)
6. Had a band of merry men (5,4)
CROSSWORD
Across
1. Said by a magician (11)
9. Postmortems (9)
10. Sound from a sheep (3)
11. Alternative (5)
13. Nonconformist, hippie (7)
14. Young child (6)
15. Reward, settlement (6)
18. Regular oval shape (7)
7. Instrument used to measure thermal change during a chemical reaction. (11)
8. Deck (4,2,5)
12. La-di-da, pompous (9)
20. Russian spirit (5)
21. Munch, scoff (3)
22. With sore, open wounds (9)
24. Use of medication to prevent pain sensation (11)
16. Detrimental (7)
17. A three-line verse of poetry (6)
19. Wait, delay (5)
23. French for 'you' (3)
SUPPORT 4SIGHT VISION
SUPPORT THIS CHRISTMAS
In the run up to the Festive Season, 4Sight Vision Support (4SVS) is raising vital funds with events, cards and Christmas gifts to help its work supporting those of all ages living with sight loss across the county.
The highlight of 4SVS’s Festive season is its wonderful Christmas Concert with Seaford College Chapel Choir, held on Monday 8th December at 6.30pm at St Mary de Haura Church in Shoreham. 4SVS advises reserving a place well in advance, with payment then taken (cash or card) on the door at just £5pp including festive refreshments.
The big Christmas Prize Draw has a number of fabulous prizes, with the main prize worth £250. 4Sight Vision Support is encouraging everyone to share the news of the Draw with family and friends. Tickets cost £1 individually, or in books of 10.
Christmas cards are on sale with a variety of seasonal designs, which can be viewed on 4SVS’s website News page. They cost £4.50 (plus P&P) for packs of 10, the deadline for ordering by post is 12th December. A selection will also be on sale in Cards for Good Causes at The Council House, North Street, Chichester. There are also gift ideas for those living with sight loss, including large print playing cards, large print Scrabble, large print calendars and diaries, as well as equipment such as talking kitchen scales. A book of 35 ‘Short Rambles in the Sussex Countryside and Days Out’ by volunteer Jane Aston features walks designed to be suitable for everyone including those with living with sight loss.
Christmas Prize Draw tickets, cards and gifts can be purchased by debit card from 4Sight Vision Support by calling 01243 828555, or bought in person from its Head Office in Bognor Regis or its Shoreham office. For further information, please call, or email fundraising@4sight.org.uk
WOOF FOR WILF
LET’S GET THOSE TAILS WAGGING!
St Wilfrid’s Hospice is extremely excited to invite our local community of furry friends for an exclusive walk across the famous Goodwood Motor Circuit! Held on Sunday 16 November, this event is a great morning out, with some incredible doggy-themed stalls, plenty of paw-some activities and a chance to meet fellow dog lovers (and their pups).
Tickets are £12 per dog, and humans go completely free! www.stwh.co.uk/woof-for-wilf
GIFTS IN WILLS
A gift in your will to St Wilfrid’s Hospice could reduce the amount of tax you have to pay. A gift left to any charity, such as St Wilfrid’s Hospice, would be taken off the value of your estate before inheritance tax is calculated. Plus, if 10 per cent or more is left to charity, your inheritance tax rate could also be reduced. Your gift could help protect the future of hospice care in your local community. It’s simple to do and we are here to help you every step of the way.
You can find out more about the importance of gifts in wills and how it can help local charities like St Wilfrid’s here: www.stwh.co.uk/gifts-in-wills
LEITH HILL WALK BY SIMON BAKER IRONS
THE HIGHEST POINT IN SURREY
Just over the Sussex border in Surrey is Leith Hill, cared for by the National Trust, this area offers many lovely woodland walks that can be enjoyed all year round, with autumn being particularly stunning when the trees transform their colours. This circular walk is approximately 2.5 miles long and includes some steep inclines, making it rather challenging in places.
• Begin the walk by parking at the Rhododendron Car Park. A notice board here displays a detailed map of the many routes, along with information about the surrounding area. Head out of the car park and follow the orange way-markers that guide you along the Woodland Trail. The first part of the route follows the road and heads uphill along a steep rugged woodland path.
• As you approach the summit the forest opens up revealing some fantastic views and Leith Hill Tower. Standing at 19.5m (64ft), this fortified folly marks the highest point in Surrey. It was built in 1765 by Richard Hull of Leith Hill Place, who intended the structure to elevate the hill’s height to over 1,000 feet above sea level. The tower is open at the weekends and for a small fee, you can climb its spiral staircase to enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views, stretching north towards London and south to the English Channel. On clear days, it is said that as many as 13 counties can be seen from the top.
• After taking in the views from Leith Hill’s summit, the trail descends sharply via around 200 steps, leading down to Leith Hill Place Wood, where the gradient becomes gentler. The path passes through Lime Avenue and beside the Walled Garden, once a grand formal garden and a prominent feature of the estate’s historic landscape.
• Cross the road and continue through the parkland of Leith Hill Place. Keep an eye out for one of Charles Darwin’s intriguing “worm stones.” The renowned naturalist made many trips to Leith Hill conducting research around the estate with his nieces. Darwin studied how worm casts will eventually bury stones that lie on the surface of the ground.
• Return to the car park by walking through the Rhododendron Woods. This vibrant landscape was created by Caroline Wedgwood, sister of the famed naturalist Charles Darwin. The collection of towering specimen trees includes redwoods to provide the shade needed for the rhododendrons and azaleas that line the paths. Some of these rhododendrons are thought to be among the earliest introduced to Britain. Follow the trail to complete your walk back to the Rhododendron Car Park.
• Before heading home, it is well worth taking a short stroll from the car park to visit Leith Hill Place. This historic house dates back to around 1600 and was bought in 1847 by Josiah Wedgwood, grandson of the renowned potter. It later became the cherished home of his own grandson, the celebrated composer Ralph Vaughan Williams.
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A HISTORY OF THE POST OFFICE
BY KEITH HELLYER
Pre-Henry VIII, the few letters written were dispatched with the sender making arrangements for delivery; Edward I established a chain of fixed posts for the royal post, and over time some private letters were added. In 1516, Henry appointed the first Postmaster General. Posting stations were gradually set up approximately 20 miles apart (the maximum distance a horse could travel) across the whole country. Some private services attempted to encroach on the business, so Charles I made the royal mail service available to the public in 1635 with postage paid by the recipient. In 1784 mail coaches were introduced, thus speeding up delivery. The nearest coach route to Felpham was the London to Portsmouth line, which started in August 1785, mainly carrying messages and mail to the naval dockyard. Mail delivery continued this way until the arrival of the railway, signalling the end of coaches and the post-horn gallop.
In 1839 Rowland Hill introduced postage stamps with The Penny Black, introducing pre-paid postage and so payment did not have to be collected from the recipient. Pillar boxes were introduced in 1853. They were originally green and became Post Office red in 1874.
The nearest office to Felpham began with Mr. W Carlton the first Postmaster at The Swan near The Cross in Chichester. Letters onward to Bognor/Felpham were not deemed Post Office responsibility, and so deliverers were employed to take the mail to Bognor/Felpham.
But mail would go missing and take a long time. Mr. Hayley of Felpham complained of the difficulty of getting mail from London, for example. Eventually, Joseph Ragless became the first mail receiver at his sweet shop on the corner of Lyon St and the High St in 1802. Mr. Morgan was employed as a letter carrier and would walk to Chichester with outward mail and return and deliver the local mail.
Eventually, in 1847, a sub-Post Office opened in Felpham, run by Mrs. Ann Perrin (née Sparks) – from a very well-known local family. She was the local schoolmistress, which she continued at the same time. The office was at Grassmere Cottage, now Grassmere Parade – the building being roadside in front of what is now Mitsuyo House of Flowers. Ann was still teaching in 1861 aged 87 and passed away in 1871. Her daughters carried on the business with Frances becoming postmistress and Sarah the schoolteacher.
George Brown started as a shoemaker and then went into teaching alongside Sarah in the 1860s. He also became the Parish Clerk in 1871. When Frances retired in 1887, he became Postmaster, whilst continuing with his cobbling business in a rear room of the PO. He was still parish clerk and the verger at St Mary's Church – a busy man! His son Charles was Postmaster in the early 1900s.
To be continued. Meanwhile, come visit the new Post Office and Village Stores back close to its original site. Fresh bread, fresh milk, eggs, sandwiches, Christmas goods and so much more.
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GRAVESIDE DISCOVERY
BY DAVID VICKERS
A few months ago two fellow veterans and myself discovered the grave of Major General Sir Christopher Charles Teesdale, Royal Artillery, VC, KCMG, CB, buried in the graveyard of St. Mary's Church, South Bersted.
The grave was in a very sorry state, totally overgrown, damaged brickwork and trees growing throughout. We decided to try to restore the grave and, after several months and with the assistance of the Victoria Cross Trust and the support of our local B&Q, we were able to hold a re-dedication ceremony on 29 September, exactly 170 years from the day that Christopher won his VC.
Born in 1833 in South Africa, Christopher joined the Royal Artillery Regiment in 1848, as a 'gentleman cadet'. He served with the British Forces in the Crimean War, fighting against the Russian forces. In 1854 he was aide-de-camp to Colonel Sir William Fenwick Williams and held the rank of Lieutenant. At this time he was part of the force defending the town of Kars, in North East Turkey.
On 29 September 1855 the Russians launched an all-out attack on Kars, the ensuing battle lasted almost seven hours and ended in victory for the allied troops. Lieutenant Teesdale had volunteered to take command of the troops during the battle and, as well as repulsing the Russian Army (with 5,000 dead), he persuaded the Turkish troops to spare the lives of the wounded Russians who were lying on the battlefield. This was witnessed by the Russian Commander and led to Teesdale later being honoured by the Russians. It was his actions in this battle that led to his award of the VC.
He later became Equerry to The Prince of Wales and aide-de-camp to Queen Victoria and achieved the rank of Major General. Sir Christopher died at his home in South Bersted on 1 November 1893, aged 60, and was buried in the same grave as his father and mother, in South Bersted.
THE ELMER WRECKERS BY
We are a growing male singing group who find enjoyment in Sea Shanties. Sea Shanties were originally working songs that were sung unaccompanied to increase the workload, sung with enthusiasm. This is what we are looking to reproduce.
The whole purpose of the group is to have fun among friends and to share this with others who wish to join in. We have a list of 40 songs ready to go. This is a great way of shaking off the winter blues.
We meet every Tuesday evening at 8.15 until 9.30 in the small hall in the Jubilee Hall in Middleton On Sea, side entrance nearest the main Elmer road.
JOHN HOLTON
We would love to hear from you if you are interested in joining us. Please contact John on 07796990595 or email j.holton@hotmail.co.uk or just turn up to our next meeting if you want to experience the group directly.
GARDEN VIEW BY RACHEL LEVERTON
HOUSEPLANTS TO HELP REDUCE CONDENSATION
Condensation is a familiar issue in many of our homes at this time of year. When warm, moist air meets cooler surfaces like windows and walls, it condenses into water droplets, which can encourage damp and mould growth. While good ventilation and insulation are the best longterm fixes, those of us with green fingers can also use houseplants to help reduce and regulate humidity.
Certain houseplants naturally absorb moisture from the air through their leaves, helping to keep rooms drier and fresher. Here are some of my favourites.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)
Peace lilies are one of the most effective plants for reducing humidity. Their broad leaves absorb water vapour, and they also filter airborne toxins, improving indoor air quality. They thrive in shady corners, making them ideal for bathrooms or northfacing rooms where condensation is most common.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
A popular Victorian houseplant, this pretty fern loves humid conditions and will happily soak up moisture from the air. Place it in a hanging basket near a window prone to condensation. Regular misting and indirect light will keep it looking lush.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
English ivy is great at reducing airborne mould spores as well as moisture levels. It’s a good choice for kitchens and bathrooms, where condensation can quickly turn into mould growth. Let it trail from a high shelf or windowsill for maximum effect.
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Spider plants are hard to kill (even my teenage son can keep them alive!). They are lowmaintenance, and excellent at drawing in moisture. They also tolerate a wide range of temperatures, which is perfect for those of us with a draughty home. They are also incredibly easy to propagate because they throw out stems bearing baby plants called rather adorably, spiderettes.
Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Also known as the butterfly palm, this tall, graceful plant works as a natural humidifierabsorbing and releasing water vapour in a way that balances indoor humidity. It is particularly effective in living rooms and conservatories.
Tips for Success
Position moisture-loving plants in areas where condensation is worst, such as near bathroom windows, kitchen sinks, or cold external walls.
• Avoid overwatering, as soggy soil can add more moisture to the room. Instead, let the plants do the work by drawing water from the air.
• Combine plants with practical measures like opening trickle vents, using extractor fans, and wiping down wet windows.
While houseplants alone won’t eliminate condensation, the plants above can certainly help regulate moisture levels and improve air quality, while bringing greenery and life to our home, which is a welcome bonus on gloomy winter days.
Happy (indoor) gardening!
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WHAT SHOULD WE KNOW ABOUT SKINCARE’S STAR INGREDIENT?
Few skin care ingredients generate as much buzz, or confusion, as retinol. Hailed as one of the most effective tools for smoother, clearer, and younger-looking skin, it’s also surrounded by myths and questions: What exactly is retinol? And is it right for you?
Retinol vs. Retinoids
Retinol is a form of vitamin A, long valued in dermatology for its ability to stimulate cell turnover and boost collagen production. However, ‘retinol’ has also become a catchall term for all vitamin A-derived skincare ingredients, properly called retinoids.
Retinoids include prescriptiononly forms like retinoic acid (also known as tretinoin) as well as over-the-counter versions such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl esters. Retinoic acid is the most powerful form because it acts directly on the skin without conversion. Retinol, by contrast, must first convert into retinaldehyde and then into retinoic acid, which makes it slower but still effective – even at concentrations as low as 0.01 per cent.
Retinyl esters, such as retinyl palmitate, are even gentler, needing additional steps before becoming active, while retinaldehyde sits between retinol and retinoic acid in strength and stability.
Why Dermatologists Recommend It
Retinoids are keratolytics, meaning they increase cell turnover. This leads to smoother skin, fewer clogged pores, and improved collagen production. Over time, retinol can soften fine lines, improve elasticity, and fade dark spots and acne scars. Prescription-strength retinoids are often used to treat acne, while non-prescription formulas are more common in anti-aging routines.
Newer over-the-counter products are designed with time-release technology, helping to deliver results with less irritation – a welcome advance those of us with sensitive skin.
How to Use Retinol Safely
Despite its benefits, retinol can be irritating at first, even for people who don’t usually have sensitive skin. Dermatologists often suggest starting slowly: apply a small amount every other night and gradually increase frequency as your skin adjusts.
For stronger, prescription versions, professional guidance is essential since these can cause peeling and dryness if used incorrectly. And no matter what type you use, one rule is nonnegotiable: always wear sunscreen. Retinoids make skin more vulnerable to sun damage, which can undo much of their benefit.
Retinol and its retinoid relatives are some of the most scientifically proven ingredients in skin care. Whether you’re looking to smooth wrinkles, clear acne, or brighten your complexion, there’s likely a form that suits your needs. The key is to start slowly, pair it with daily sunscreen, and, if needed, seek expert advice. With patience and consistency, this powerhouse vitamin A derivative can truly transform your skin.
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ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS
BY ISOBEL TAYLOR-BROWN
WHY SOME TOYS BECOME THE ‘MUST-HAVE’ CHRISTMAS CRAZE
Every festive season, one toy seems to leap out of obscurity to dominate wish lists across the country. This year seems to be the year of the Labubu doll, with its quirky, wide-eyed design and collectible aura. Before that, there were frenzies over Hatchimals, Furbies, and does anyone remember Cabbage Patch Kids in the early Eighties? The pattern repeats itself so reliably that it begs the question: why does one toy suddenly become the toy?
A big part of the answer lies in clever marketing. While demand often seems to be purely organic – with children spotting something they like and spreading the word – many of these crazes are carefully cultivated. Marketing teams understand the power of 'word of mouth', and they know how to spark it: Limited releases, eye-catching designs, and whispers of 'sold out everywhere' quickly transform a toy into an object of desire. Scarcity, whether real or engineered, creates urgency. The fewer toys there seem to be, the more parents feel pressured to snap them up, just in case they disappear, creating more scarcity, followed by more pressure etc.
Social media amplifies this cycle. TikTok unboxings, YouTube reviews, and Instagram photos of children clutching the season’s hot toy make it feel like everyone else already has one. Suddenly, that Labubu doll isn’t just a toy, it’s a ticket to belonging, for both child and parent. The marketing doesn’t need to scream at us directly; the buzz actually feeds on itself.
But where does that leave parents caught in the middle? On one hand, it’s tempting to roll our eyes and resist. After all, if the frenzy is manufactured, should we really be buying into it? Chasing down a toy at inflated prices can feel like playing into a game designed by corporations to separate us from the contents of our wallets. Many parents worry about sending the wrong message – teaching kids that happiness is tied to owning the latest fad.
On the other hand, gift-giving is also about joy. For a child, unwrapping the toy they’ve been dreaming of for months can create a magical memory that lasts far beyond the season. Sometimes, as parents we decide it’s worth indulging in the hype for the smile it brings. After all, childhood is fleeting, and Christmas morning only comes once a year.
Perhaps the balance lies in awareness. Recognizing the strategies behind the craze can help us as parents make informed choices, whether that means joining the hunt for the year’s hottest toy, or intentionally stepping back and offering alternatives that carry just as much thought and love. In the end, the true “must-have” isn’t a doll or gadget at all, it’s the sense of being seen, cherished, and celebrated.
NOVEMBER HOROSCOPES
BY LOCAL ASTROLOGER LETICIA PARMER
When a planet goes retrograde it becomes less powerful, also less predictable. Mercury (you're thinking) will go retrograde on 10th November, so it will be important to double-check opinions and conclusions this month, also to avoid signing any contracts. On the 12th Jupiter (luck and advantages) also goes retrograde. Here's how these reversing planets will effect you:
ARIES
Recent advantages on the domestic front may experience a temporary glitch. Meanwhile be extra careful to check all travel arrangements.
TAURUS
Oops, a secret might slip out, unintentionally. Be careful to 'bite your tongue' rather than gossip or the bite might come back to nip you!
GEMINI
Be calm and clear when dealing with your partner because feathers can become unnecessarily ruffled - especially about money.
CANCER
You may feel that everything is on your shoulders, but the truth may be that you are choosing to step into the 'rescuer' role too much.
LEO
While your imagination and creative flair are amazing, try not to take rejection of your inspired ideas too personally, blame the planets.
VIRGO
This year friends and contacts have been so helpful but Jupiter now slows that down a bit. Mercury muddles things on the home front too.
LIBRA
Mercury, the planet of communications, now going retrograde means you must take extra care over your words, especially around parents.
SCORPIO
Money could be confusing, so be sure to check your change and guard against being scammed. Travel opportunities are fewer too.
SAGITTARIUS
As Mercury is going to be retrograde in your own sign, try not to take things too personally. Also, double check before you throw items away.
CAPRICORN
Your imagination could exaggerate things, conjuring up far better or worse than reality. Check the facts, especially in legal/partnership matters.
AQUARIUS
As you are such a people person, do be sure to double-check the times and dates of appointments to avoid letting friends and groups down.
PISCES
Mercury confuses matters with career or a dominant male. Double-check facts before your pride steps in. Children become less ideal too.
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THE JOY OF ANTICIPATION BY AMELIA PALMER-BROWN
WHY NOVEMBER IS THE CALM BEFORE THE FESTIVE STORM
November often feels like a pause between seasons. The blaze of October colour has faded, but the sparkle of December hasn’t quite arrived. The days are shorter, the evenings chilly, and the pace is quieter. It's the perfect time to chill before the festive whirlwind begins.
Part of November’s charm lies in its stillness. Without the pressure of Christmas shopping and endless social gatherings, there’s space to enjoy life’s gentler rhythms: a long walk on a crisp afternoon or curling up with a blanket and a book can feel restorative.
It’s also a month of subtle rituals. Lighting candles, pulling out woollen scarves, and stirring a pot of something warming on the stove. These cosy acts are comforting in their simplicity, and they anchor us in the present while hinting at the joys to come.
There’s also the delicious sense of looking forward. November is when we sense the festive season without yet being swept up in it. Planning menus, browsing recipe books, and jotting down gift ideas can be enjoyable rather than stressful. The anticipation itself is part of the magic – psychologists say that looking forward to an event can bring as much happiness as the event itself.
So rather than rushing through November, it’s worth embracing its charms. In this calm before the Christmas storm, we can slow down, reflect, and savour the joy to come.
• Start a festive notebook – jot down menus, gift ideas, and décor inspiration.
• Browse cookbooks or magazines with a cuppa.
• Create a playlist to sound track your November evenings.
• Plan one simple seasonal outing – like a winter market or local fireworks night.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS REQUEST BY
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Pam Evan’s Christmas lights display is legendary in Felpham and Sussex-wide. And this year will be no different. Everyone is invited to the ‘Grand Switch On’ event at 2, Mornington Crescent, Felpham on Friday 28 November at 4pm.
Last year Pam, 83, put up over nine thousand lights covering the entire outside of her house and garden to raise money for St Wilfrid’s Hospice with the help of a wonderful group of volunteers. This year she wants to do the same - please can you help.
Dear All,
KATE STEWART
I have done a Christmas lights display for many years in aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice and to date I have raised a total of £18,000. The idea is you pay £1 to guess the number of lights and the nearest guess wins a prize donated by local village shops. As I am getting older and my partner has passed on, I am asking for help to put them up. The date I have chosen is Saturday 15 November Any time you can donate on that day would be much appreciated to keep this tradition going. Please call me if you can help on 01243-868684 or 07796-657081. Or email Kate at office@infocusmagazines.co.uk and she will pass on your details.
Many thanks, Pam Evans
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BEAT THE STINK BY LOUISE ADDISON
SMART LAUNDRY HACKS FOR WORKOUT CLOTHES
Pulling my teen’s freshly laundered PE kit from the washing machine I am hit by a stubborn sour smell. Bet you’ve had it too. Workout clothes are notorious for clinging to odours, but why?
The science of sweaty smells
Sweat itself is mostly water and salt, which don’t smell. The odour derives from bacteria that live on our skin. These bacteria break down sweat, releasing compounds that create that familiar ‘locker room’ scent.
The problem is that modern workout gear is often made of synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon, or spandex. These materials are lightweight, stretchy, and great at wicking moisture, but they also trap oils from sweat and skin. Unlike natural fibres such as cotton, synthetic fibres are hydrophobic, which means they repel water. So, when you toss them in the wash, water and detergent can’t easily penetrate to break down the oily residues where odour-causing bacteria thrive.
The result? Even after a wash cycle, microscopic residues remain, and the next time your body heats up during a workout, those unpleasant odours reappear.
Fortunately, the science that explains the stink also gives us solutions:
Wash with an acidic boost – Adding white vinegar to your wash helps break down oils and neutralize bacteria. Vinegar is acidic (pH around 2.5), which disrupts the environment bacteria need to survive. A half cup in the rinse cycle can go a long way. Don't worry about smelling like a fish and chip supper - vinegar in the wash is odourless.
Use baking soda for deodorizing - On the flip side, baking soda is alkaline, and it works by neutralizing acidic odour molecules. Sprinkling half a cup into the wash can reduce stubborn smells. Alternating vinegar and baking soda washes will give you the best of both worlds. Don't add both together though - they will neutralize each other and produce a lot of fizzing and froth!
Choose detergents designed for sportswear - Specialty detergents contain enzymes that target oily residues and bacteria more effectively than standard formulas. Enzymes are biological molecules that “cut apart” oils and proteins, leaving fewer hiding places for odour.
Avoid fabric softeners - They may make clothes feel nice, but softeners leave a coating on fabric that actually locks in oils and odours. For gym gear, skip them.
Air dry in sunlight when possible - Ultraviolet light from the sun has antibacterial properties. Drying clothes outdoors not only saves energy but also gives them a natural freshness boost.
Workout clothes smell after washing because synthetic fibres cling to oily residues that water and standard detergents can’t easily remove. By tweaking your laundry routine, using vinegar, baking soda, or enzyme-based detergents, you can tackle the problem at its source. It’s a simple case of science at work: understand the chemistry of sweat and fabric, and we can win the battle against pongy PE kit!
MIXERS, PROCESSORS AND BLENDERS
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
BY SARAH DAVEY
Modern kitchens are filled with gadgets, but when it comes to mixers, processors and blenders, the lines can blur. Each appliance has its strengths - and knowing the difference can help you choose the right tool for the job.
Food mixers – A food mixer is the baker’s best friend. Designed to whip, beat, and knead, mixers handle tasks like creaming butter and sugar, whisking egg whites, or working bread dough until perfectly elastic. Stand mixers often come with attachments such as a dough hook or whisk, while hand mixers are ideal for lighter jobs. If your passion is cakes, breads or pastries, a mixer is indispensable.
Food processors – Think of a food processor as the multitasker. With a variety of blades and discs, it can chop onions in seconds, slice vegetables, grate cheese, or blitz nuts into fine crumbs. Some models can knead dough or make pastry. Food processors excel at prep work - the time-consuming chopping, slicing and grating that can make cooking feel like a chore. They’re perfect for cooks who like versatility and speed.
Food blenders – Blenders shine when liquids are involved. Their tall jugs and powerful blades make them ideal for smoothies, soups, sauces, and milkshakes. They can purée vegetables into a silky soup or crush ice for cocktails. Unlike processors, they’re not designed for chopping dry ingredients, but when it comes to creating smooth, pourable mixtures, nothing beats a blender.
Choosing the right one – These are large gadgets that take up counter space so do your homework before investing. If you bake often, invest in a mixer. If you prep lots of meals, a processor will save you time. For soups, smoothies and sauces, a blender is your friend. Happy cooking.
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