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Dear All, My editorial this month is dedicated to our writer and In Focus ‘Treasure’ Sylvia Endacott who is retiring from In Focus Magazines this month – after 17 incredible years. Every month Sylvia has entertained, surprised and taught us so much about Bognor Regis and our surrounding villages and I cannot thank her enough. She has brought our local history, our buildings and past populations alive, and she has found something interesting in everything and everyone. Sylvia has a rare talent. She asks questions and listens to the answers for longer than 30 seconds! As a journalist I admire that skill immensely. Google and ChatGPT have their place but it’s human questioning that gets to the heart of the matter. Sylvia digs deep into our local roots and unearths extraordinary facts, stories, links and memories which she has generously shared with us in hundreds of different articles. Sylvia, we will miss your wise words, but I hope that from time to time you will send us a “Sylvia Special” to keep us going! A huge thank you from us all. Please read Sylvia’s last article on page 8. Best wishes for September, Kate X
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SOUTHDOWNS MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026 11-13 SEPTEMBER BY ROGER NASH
Building on the success of the past few years, the 2026 Southdowns Music Festival in sunny Bognor Regis promises to be even bigger and better with some really top names from the world of folk and acoustic music. The 13th Festival will feature the ever-popular Ukulele Festival staged over three days under marquee and around the town, plus shanty and dance groups will be performing. Fascinating festival markets will be in place along the closed seafront and once again, younger musicians and performers will be Phil Beer. featured at the brilliant Rox/Bognorphenia inside stage at the Green Dragon over Saturday & Sunday, and what is even better, all this is free! There will be a whole array of more free performances in the festival outside venues including the William Hardwicke in the High Street, the RAFA Club in Waterloo Square, Bonito Lounge (London Road), The Lamb (Steyne Street), The Alex (London Road) plus the Green Dragon in The Steyne. The main ticketed evening concerts will be on stage at Venue 24 on Bognor Regis Pier including, on Friday 11 September, the legendary Phil Beer supported by the superb duo who are Megson. Saturday 12th sees the excellent Irish group Roving Crows supported by the delightful Sorrel Nation and on Sunday 13th September the fantastic 3 Daft Monkeys are the headliners with popular local performer, Ed Goodale supporting. There are also two great free concerts at Venue 24 on Sat and Sun afternoons featuring Americana duo Holly Rogers and friend (Saturday 12th) plus on Sunday 13th September, the one and only Jez Lowe. Finally, we are excited to announce that there will be a free 50 drone light display off Bognor Pier on Sat 12 Sept at 8.40pm staged by Skydot Drones. We look forward to seeing you – all welcome!
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LOCAL HISTORY BY SYLVIA ENDACOTT When you move into a new town, you must take everything as it comes or start questioning the who, the what and the where. That is what I did, soon after arriving in Bognor Regis to start work. I also went to see ‘old films of Bognor,’ great fun, but it did not really answer the questions. This was in the 1980s when there was no internet or social media to ask questions. It was a lot of going to the library, buying books or asking people what they could remember! I joined the local history society and started to learn about the arrival of the railway, this inevitably led to even more questions - a bit like a spider’s Sylvia. web! With the aid of street directories, we researched everyone who lived in Gainsboro Road, where we lived, from the early 1900s. I urge anyone to look out for something to research whether it’s using the internet, Flashback Bognor, the library or the local history museum in West Street. At school, history was boring, but in local history I found an interest, friends, and contacts worldwide from one question: “What was there before or who lived in my house?” I worked for Butlin’s for several years and for their 75th anniversary produced a book on its history, which lead to numerous radio interviews, newspaper articles and lots of questions. Another interesting connection I discovered Sylvia. was to the White Tower near the Royal Norfolk, which linked with Geraldton in Australia and I am still in contact with the museum people there. The story of the ALG in North Bersted produced a link with Norway and the pleasure of taking two Norwegian Historians around our town. In providing talks in the area, I have met many interesting people who have had links with Bognor Regis. Another interesting link was a visit to Bognor in Canada. When we visited complete with camera, notebook and folders there was no school, no church and no pub. When we found the postmistress we asked, what was the population she thought carefully and replied 185. But we did meet their local historian – you just never know where your explorations will take you. Then unexpectedly, nothing to do with local history but an article in the paper, when I asked ‘What is that? I found myself becoming involved each Saturday morning with the worldwide parkrun. For me it is in Hotham Park from 9am and covers 5k, my involvement now, because of health issues is taking photographs and meeting people from across the globe and of course making new friends. Just by asking: ‘What is that?’ Try it! I am sorry this is my last article for this magazine, which has kindly allowed me to write monthly. I am still around, so please say ‘Hi!’ if you see me. Thanks for this opportunity. Yours, Sylvia.
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TAGLIATELLE WITH SMOKED SALMON
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FELPHAM FLOWER CLUB CELEBRATES 70 YEARS BY MARGARET HATTON FELPHAM FLOWER CLUB has participated in many flower festivals over the years and this year we were proud to support the Chichester Cathedral Flower Festival in early June (our 9th Cathedral festival to date). The overall theme was “Nature’s Embrace” as you may have read in the April issue of In Focus. A team of twelve members, ably led by our designer Sandra Dean, created five displays depicting woodland and meadow scenes which transitioned into a patio garden to illustrate man’s “taming” of nature. We often collaborate with The Aldingbourne Trust which provides support for young people with learning difficulties and this year they created wonderful, colourful mushrooms to decorate the woodland areas and add extra interest. We also had great fun creating fairy houses for part of the woodland. The festival was hugely successful with more than 11,000 visitors helping to raise almost £180,000 for the Cathedral’s Restoration and Development Fund. This year our club celebrates its 70th Anniversary on Thursday 24 September with a special meeting when renowned demonstrator Nina Tucknott will show off her expertise and regale us with light-hearted anecdotes. Maybe you like flowers and are looking for a new hobby? If so, do come along and join us. Admission is £6 for visitors and annual membership £35. Contact Sandra Dean on 01243 542684 for further information or visit our Facebook page: Felpham Flower Club. We look forward to seeing you for flowers, fun and friendship!
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THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A SEAGULL THE DARTFORD WARBLER
BY BY ALICE ALICE MCDOUGALL MCDOUGALL
Mediterranean – the ones migrate with thebut black heads. The DartfordGulls warbler doesn’t generally Adult Mediterranean Gulls are sharp dressers with their resides here in the southern part of the UK – any further striking, neatbe black (which mottled black north would too heads cold for them.becomes They livea on heathlands smudge behind the eyesfor during red beaks, red with a particular liking gorsethe but,winter), as a largely sedentary, legs anddwelling snow-white tips.ofThey are often with ground bird,wing the risk predation alsoconfused threatens Emperor Dragonfly. the black-headed (which actually havefor chocolate brown its survival. And ifgull things weren’t difficult this species, heads rather than black), and youand willurban often developments see both species changes in agricultural methods intermingling. Mediterranean Gull is commons loud, gregarious have led to the The gradual loss of heaths and where Mediterranean Gulls. and domineering with a distinguishing theysomewhat would typically live. individual ‘yonking’ call. also shared the fate of many other The Dartford warbler birds in the eighteenth andones nineteenth and was Black-headed Gulls – the with thecenturies, brown heads. hunted to the extreme and nests. It was Black-headed Gulls arefor theskins, mosteggs common and widespread predicted the species would reach complete extinction of gulls in that the UK. Congregating in large flocks, their by the beginning twentieth century.These But they bickering cries areofa the familiar soundscape. are the managed hold through harsh winters of ones you’lltosee in on, thateven iconic image the of gulls following a the early 1960’s when numbersorfell from 450 pairs to just 10. famer’s plough or tractor, perched upon a telegraph Thankfully, poles or wires. things are looking up for these delightful little birds. Numbers havelarge beenones increasing since 2000 Herring Gulls – the very that will steal yourand we nowInhave antowns, estimated 4,100Gulls pairshave in the UK. A Black-headed Gulls. chips. many Herring gained a recent breeding at RSPB Arne in Dorset, people saw a 47 per reputationprogramme for anti-social behaviour, attacking cent increase, and They otherwill RSPB sites have also hadofathe rise in and bins for food. also take advantage numbers. offerings of landfill sites, sometimes consuming stranger Yousuch don’t to gorope to Dorset to spot one paper. though, items ashave charcoal, and greaseproof But the Dartford warbler is a rare but wonderful sight herelist at despite this adaptability, Herring Gulls are on the red Dartford Warbler. Pagham Harbour and Medmerry. Look out for them singing for conservation and have been in sharp decline for the last their little hearts atop of a gorse admire their fifty years. It is theout sound these bush gulls and which is particularly resilience and tenacity. symbolic of the seaside – their brash, repetitive shrieks, that At Pagham Harbour and Medmerry, we run guided peculiar humanoid cackle and their melancholic wail. walks and various family events over the summer – why not Although theTo Mediterranean, come along? find out moreBlack-headed and book: and Herring Great Black-backed Gull. are the ones you are most likely to see at Pagham Harbour, https://events.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour the area often has other visiting and passage gulls: the Lesser Black-backed Gull, the Little Gull, the Yellow-legged Gull and the Common Gull. Next time you see a flock of gulls, close your eyes and let those familiar sounds remind you that these are wonderful birds to have on our shores. To find out more about what is going on at Pagham Harbour and Medmerry RSPB visit: https://events.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour
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Did you know thereare is no suchfor thing as delightful a seagull? babbling There aresong, Mediterranean Although warblers known their they Gulls, Black-headed Gulls, Herring Gulls … in fact there are species are generally small, brown indistinct birds which are difficultseven to spot as of breeding gull in the UK, various other visiting gulls, and about fifty-five they dart around in the cover of thick foliage. species worldwide. And not one of is them is called a seagull. The Dartford warbler, however, an outlier – the bohemian of the Gulls, are not admired is bird, or generally declared ashis a warbler world. Theoften malean especially, particularly stunning with favourite, and in some circles they are considered a pest. But gulls form rusty chest the colour of a gutsy red wine, a gun-metal grey head and backa perennial and inextricable element ofscruffy our sensory experience of landscape; the and distinctive red ring circling his eye. A little on the side with an ungainly front-heavy familiarity oftail their cries haveblack become emblematic British seascapes At Pagham stature, long and a sharp beak – they canoflook a little grumpyand butcountryside. will nevertheless Harbour there arebeautiful three gulls you are likely to see: delight with their lyrical song.
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BLOOD BIKERS BY STEVE PEARCE My name is Steve Pearce and I live in Felpham. My day job is a driving instructor, but I am also a very experienced and enthusiastic motorbiker and when I can, I volunteer for the charity Service Emergency Rider Volunteers (SERV Sussex) which has been supporting NHS hospitals across Sussex since 1981. Known as the "Blood Bikers of Sussex", we are a dedicated team of unpaid volunteer riders, drivers and controllers providing free transport services for urgent medical items. Operating every night from 7pm to 6am throughout the year, and 24 hours a day on weekends and Bank Holidays, we transport blood, blood products, laboratory samples, patient notes, X-rays and other time-sensitive medical supplies between hospitals. We also deliver donated human milk from donors to milk banks and neonatal units, ensuring vulnerable babies receive the nutrition they need and assist with clinical treatment trials that require the rapid movement of laboratory samples. I’ve been a Blood Biker for seven months now. People often ask why I do it. The answer is simple: it’s incredibly rewarding to know you’re helping save lives. We don’t use blue lights or exceed the speed limit, but many of the items we carry are time-critical. Knowing that what you’re transporting could make a real difference to someone’s treatment is a powerful feeling. Whenever I’ve met people who have personally benefited from SERV’s work, they’ve been so appreciative that it reminds me exactly why I volunteer. Steve Pearce at Hooley I’m fortunate that I don’t work fixed hours, which allows me to volunteer on the A23 – one of the whenever SERV is short of cover and take on ad hoc runs. We deliver to West collection points to meet Sussex Hospitals. Most shifts involve at least four hours of volunteering and the Surrey and London around 120 miles of riding. In the last two months alone, I’ve covered around group at 22:30hrs. 1,300 miles and volunteered approximately 20 hours each month. To become a Blood Biker for SERV you must hold a full motorcycle licence. After that, there’s a DBS check, followed by revision and a written test that you must pass. You then complete an assessed ride with a local training team, followed by a familiarisation ride, where you learn all the hospital collection and delivery points. A big part of the training is understanding how to safely transport blood, platelets and other medical items. These are carried in secure transport boxes packed with dry ice, so we never handle the contents directly. We also train for any situations that might arise while on a delivery. When we’re carrying a consignment, we have to stick to pre-planned routes. This ensures that if anything happens – whether it’s a puncture or something more serious – the priority is always getting the medical supplies safely to the hospital as quickly as possible. SERV is always looking for volunteers not just motorcyclists. We also have volunteers who use cars for deliveries, people who collect donations at local supermarkets on weekends and controllers who answer the phones and coordinate the riders. The charity also maintains a fleet of dedicated vehicles funded entirely through donations from individuals, businesses and charitable trusts. Every donation helps to ensure hospitals have rapid access to the medical supplies they need, whenever they are required. If you would like to make a donation visit https://localgiving.org/charity/servsussex or find out more about volunteering visit: https://servsussex.org.uk or via the QR code on the right:
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LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN HERITAGE TRAIL
BY SIMON BAKER IRONS
A fully accessible walk of just over 2 miles, taking you around some of Littlehampton’s lesser-known historic sites with plenty of refreshment stops along the way. Full details of the trail can be found online or a trail leaflet can be picked up from the museum. • The trail begins at Littlehampton Museum, housed in the grand Manor House, which has been home to several notable residents and remains one of the town’s most distinguished historic buildings. Just outside the museum grounds was the location of the old town pump, where villagers collected their water. It remained a familiar landmark until its removal in 1933. Across the road is Manor Parade, now a row of shops but once the site of the Island Pond, it was surrounded by pigsties and rubbish from nearby cottages, and the village stocks Littlehampton Museum. also stood beside it. • The trail follows Beach Road to the Littlehampton War Memorial, then continues east to the Library before heading south along Fitzalan Road and into Irvine Road. At the far end stand six grand semi‑detached houses known as Selbourne Place, built for six sisters descended from the naturalist Gilbert White of Selborne. Each pair originally had interconnecting doors so the sisters could move easily between them. Littlehampton Library. • It’s worth extending the trail into Beach Town and along Western Road, where many houses along this road still carry names hinting at their former uses. The road is also the site of the 1920s Littlehampton “poison‑pen” scandal — an extraordinary miscarriage of justice between two neighbours, sparked by a stream of anonymous, profanity‑filled letters that shocked the town and captivated the national press. The story was recently retold in the film Wicked Little Letters. • At the far end of Western Road, head towards Norfolk Gardens, then walk back along South Terrace to the end of St Augustine Road. Here the 30th Assault Unit had its Second World War headquarters. Ian Fleming — later the creator of James Bond — served as the unit’s senior commanding officer, and his time here is said to have inspired elements of the Bond stories. • Cross Beach Green and walk west along the promenade to the pier. The lighthouse here dates from the late 1940s. Earlier lighthouses stood at both ends of the pier and were known as the “Salt and Pepper Pots”, but their distinctive shapes made them vulnerable during the Second World War and they were demolished for safety. • From the pier, follow the riverside path. You’ll pass the Oyster Pond, created in the 18th century to store oysters caught by local fishermen. By the late 19th century it had become an ornamental feature where children sailed their model boats. The row of shops and cafés along Pier Road is known as Mussel Row. It was once home to the town’s oyster fishermen, who moored their boats nearby. Their muscular appearance earned the area the nickname “Muscle Row”, which later evolved into “Mussel Row”. • Continue along the river and finish the trail at the RNLI station. This area was once Fisherman’s Quay, where local fishermen gathered to mend their nets and share the latest news. To see more photos and walks please follow me on Instagram @piertopiertrekking
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THE POWER OF COLOUR
BY FELPHAM FASHION GURU VICKY BOOKER
Colour is a powerful thing. It has the power to make us look and feel healthier and more energised. It has the power to give us messages about what something’s about – even without words. And it can affect the impact we have and how others see us. But many of my clients say they only Vicky Booker. wear black or neutral tones, and shy away from colour. It can be down to confidence; we all have that go-to black dress. It can be linked to our mood – how happy and energised do we feel when we see golden yellow sunshine? And it can be down to practicality – white trousers on a dog walk anyone? Don’t get me wrong, I’m not ‘dissing’ black! I’m not saying don’t wear it. It has a place; it serves a purpose; it can be practical; it can be a ‘wow’ colour on some people; it can have impact and give gravitas to the wearer; it’s ‘in fashion’. But why ignore the hundreds of other gorgeous colours, shades and tones? Ultimately, we can wear whatever colour we like, but when we wear ‘our colours’, our skin will appear smoother and clearer, with less shadows, our eye colour is enhanced, and people will notice US more than what we’re wearing. See the difference wearing the best shades makes on my client here. In the softer shades (right) she looks a little flat and her skin and eyes are dulled down. But in the brighter bolder colours she comes alive, looks radiant, and her eyes sparkle! It’s easy to get a bit of colour into your wardrobe without dressing head to toe in bold shades! A scarf, handbag or piece of jewellery can be a great way of injecting a pop of colour to a neutral outfit. I love these super bold red floral earrings by Laura Daili (left) – the perfect pop of dramatic red! It can really save you time and money if we understand what colours suit us, how to wear them, and where to find Crimson Blossom Earrings by Laura Daili @ Wolf & Badger them in the shops. My Confident Colour session gives you the £139. knowledge, advice and confidence to go out and find your colours in the shops and how to wear them. It’s a fun, informative and inspirational – get in touch for more info. So how do you feel about colour? Do you love it? Do you embrace it? Does it still strike fear into your heart?! Maybe try something new, be brave, experiment and of course – get your colours ‘done’! Vickybooker.com or contact me for info – vicky@vickybooker.com
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ALL SCREENS GREAT AND SMALL - SEPTEMBER
With comedy, magic and monsters on the big screen and science fiction, glitz and glamour and pomp and circumstance on the small screen, September is a fantastic month.
LARGE SCREEN How To Rob A Bank – 4 September Directed by David Leitch and starring British actor Nicholas Hoult (About a Boy), Tati Gabrielle and 80’s Hollywood heartthrob Christian Slater this highly entertaining high speed heist comedy features a group of bank robbers who use social media to showcase their daring robberies. But as their confidence and notoriety grows, they find themselves in an exciting cat-and-mouse game with a veteran FBI agent and a skilled software engineer. Practical Magic 2 – 11 September The sequel to the 1998 film Practical Magic, this romantic fantasy film once again stars Hollywood legends Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman and Stockard Channing, alongside English actress Maisie Williams. Practical Magic 2 is set twenty-five years after the original film as we follow the Owens family who are facing a new crisis when Sally's daughter uncovers terrible hidden family secrets and develops dark abilities which plunges the whole family into a struggle to break their centuries-old curse. Resident Evil – 18 September The second reboot of the Resident Evil franchise, directed, co-written and staring Zach Cherry. This is the story a medical courier called Bryan who is unfortunate enough to become embroiled in a deadly viral outbreak of infected monsters in Raccoon City, where he has to fight for his very survival over one horrendous night. SMALL SCREEN Dr Who "The Climate Conundrum" BBC1 5 September Dr Who fans have been waiting a long time for these new instalments of the timelord’s adventures. The third episode of this highly anticipated new series has mostly been kept under wraps by the BBC but it promises much under the new direction of showrunner Steven Knight and Billie Piper who we last saw regenerating as the new Doctor in the previous episode. Piper is a Dr Who fan favourite, she previously played companion Rose Tyler in 2005 and 2006 but there is much conjecture about the future of the Timelord as Piper’s regeneration has been muted as just temporary until a new permanent Doctor is announced. The National Television Awards – ITV1- 8 September Coming from the O2 Arena in London, this year’s awards are the 31st airing of the event that celebrates all the very best-loved shows and stars of British television, with the winners determined by viewer votes. Multi time winners Ant and Dec are once again hoping to reclaim their crown in the Best TV Presenter category after Gary Lineker famously broke their 23-year winning streak last year! The Last Night of the Proms BBC1 & 2 – 12 September Rounding off a wonderful summer of live music the finale is once again broadcast live on the BBC from the Royal Albert Hall in London. This year’s Last Night features world renowned pianist Yuja Wang and tenor Nicky Spence, amongst others and will conclude the 2026 Prom season as always with plenty of wonderful pomp and circumstance.
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HOW MUCH HEALTH?
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES FOR NUTRITION
We're constantly told to eat more fruit and veg, but not all produce offers the same nutritional punch So while every portion contributes towards a healthier diet, some fruits and vegetables provide far more vitamins, minerals and fibre than others. Let’s see the good from the… not so good. THE BIG FIVE Let's start with five nutritional stars. Blueberries frequently appear near the top of healthy eating lists. Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, they're associated with a wide range of health benefits, and as well as being tasty and easy to consume, they’re particularly popular for supporting overall wellbeing. Kiwis are often overlooked but contain impressive levels of vitamin C, fibre and potassium. Their nutrient density makes them one of the most valuable fruits available, and as for the effect on the tastebuds … ! Broccoli has earned its reputation as a superfood. Rich in vitamins C and K, fibre and plant compounds, it offers considerable nutritional value while remaining low in calories. Spinach delivers a powerful combination of iron, folate, vitamins and antioxidants. Whether eaten raw or cooked, it provides a substantial nutritional boost… just ask Popeye! Finally, sweet potatoes round up the top five. High in fibre, vitamin A and beneficial plant compounds, they offer a more nutritious alternative to many refined carbohydrate options. LESS GOOD … BUT STILL GOOD! At the other end of the scale are fruits and vegetables that provide fewer nutrients relative to their calorie content or water content. To start, the humble iceberg lettuce, which is crisp and refreshing, definitely, but contains significantly fewer vitamins and minerals than darker leafy greens such as spinach or kale. Cucumber is hydrating and low in calories, but much of its composition is water, meaning its nutritional profile is comparatively modest. Celery shares similar characteristics. It recently gained the reputation of requiring more energy to consume it than it actually offers, yet that’s not all - while healthy as a snack, it contains fewer nutrients than many other vegetables. Aubergine offers some benefits but generally provides lower concentrations of vitamins and minerals compared with many colourful vegetables. Watermelon, meanwhile, is enjoyable and hydrating, particularly during summer, albeit the nutritional density on offer is lower than fruits such as berries, kiwis or citrus fruits. Through all this though, there is an important caveat. The healthiest fruit or vegetable is often the one you actually enjoy eating. Variety remains one of the most important principles of good nutrition, and regularly consuming a wide range of produce is likely to provide greater benefits than focusing exclusively on any single ‘superfood’ … so tuck in!
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Patios, Driveways, Block Paving, Landscaping & Fencing At L&G Aldwick we can help you realise the Patio or Driveway of your dreams. From the first design through to the final installation, we can advise you on all aspects of hard landscaping. We pride ourselves on our innovative designs and consistently high standard of workmanship. Our experienced team also specialise in fencing and walling of all types.
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HIGH PRAISE FROM JUDGES FOR LOCAL VILLAGE SHOW BY PAULA PULESTON The Felpham and Middleton Horticultural Society’s Summer Show was a real success - a celebration of local talent and hard work. A spectacular display of assorted flowers, fruit and vegetables grown in the local area was a feast for the senses. Notably the RHS appointed judge was keen to point out that the standard of the produce was extremely high in both the quality of the produce and the quantity of entries compared to other shows she had judged this season. In total 25 contributors exhibited 230 entries at the Show. John Docherty’s skills shone through in the significant number of points he was awarded and the Cups he won. John, a Felpham Allotment and Garden Society plot holder and a recent member of the Horticultural Society, has only John Docherty, above and below. been showing his produce for a few years, but has definitely got the bug and is encouraging new growers to face the challenge and enter their produce. This resulted in the entry of one of the more unusual exhibits – two Manglewursels (a large, hardy, root vegetable) entered by allotment holder Jim Wilson. The ‘Summer Show’ is more than an opportunity for gardeners to display their produce. There are several non-produce categories including: Photography, Cookery & Preserves and Arts & Crafts plus children’s classes, so there are opportunities for anyone of any age to take part. Charlie Franklinwood exhibited a pair of handmade trainers, which were quite the talking point. For any crafters out there, a visit to the two yearly show is a must for both inspiration and the opportunity to display your talent. Floral Art is an exquisite section and the exhibits are always stunning. Visitors always hover over the Floral Art displays captivated by the skill and imagination of the entrants. Entry is open to members and non-members and indeed this year one of the most prestigious Cups was won by first time participant Dyllon Parkinson, of the Felpham Allotment and Garden Society, for her Shallots. Dyllon was stunned to be called up to collect her trophy, and she was delighted to have taken the plunge and entered the event. Don Faircloth, Show Secretary, commented that he was very pleased to see the increasing number of plot holders entering the Horticultural Society’s show and hopes others will join them in future years. The weather this season has been particularly challenging and entrants had struggled to protect their produce from the wet Spring and hot, dry, windy Summer. Despite these challenges, the efforts of the organisers and those who had entered the Show were rewarded, as the event was a resounding success. One hundred and seventeen visitors enjoyed the spectacle and all it had to offer, including of course the tea, coffee and cakes. If you would like more information about this local club or how to enter future Shows, further details can be found on the Society’s website at www. Jim Wilson fandmhs.co.uk and Facebook www.facebook.com/fandmhs/
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ALISON GRIFFITHS MP
Summer is the busiest and most important time of year for Bognor Regis. It is when our cafés, pubs, attractions, and independent businesses welcome visitors, our beaches fill with families, and our town has the chance to show exactly what makes it special. That’s why I was so disappointed to see Bognor Regis dismissed as Britain's "worst seaside town" in a recent newspaper article. This lazy trope may have made for an easy headline, but it does not tell the full story of the town we know and love. Are there challenges? Of course there are. Empty shops, antisocial behaviour and lower footfall affect businesses and residents alike. We should never pretend otherwise. But pride in Bognor Regis means refusing to let them define us. There is another story unfolding here: one of investment, ambition and people who believe this town's best days are still ahead. A new £13 million Premier Inn now welcomes visitors to our seafront. Butlin's has invested around £20 million Alison Griffiths. in recent years, including PLAYXPERIENCE and its new soft play centre and will welcome 70,000 visitors to the town this summer. The Alexandra Theatre is being transformed through a £15 million regeneration project, while improvements to the promenade and plans for the Marine Quarter are helping unlock the potential of our coastline. These are not the signs of a town standing still. They are the foundations of a town moving forward. That is why, during recess, I will be out meeting businesses, supporting community groups, and making the case for Bognor Regis. I recently welcomed Nigel Huddleston, the Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, to hear directly from our tourism businesses about the opportunities they see and the barriers they face under this Labour government. I will also keep pressing for improvements where they are needed most: a safer town centre, cleaner bathing water and the investment our businesses need to thrive. Building a stronger Bognor Regis is not the job of one MP, one council or one organisation. It belongs to all of us. So this September, support a local pub, café, or restaurant. Visit one of our attractions. Welcome visitors warmly. Celebrate the investment arriving in our town, while continuing to demand better where things still need fixing. That is how seaside towns succeed. Not by pretending everything is perfect. Certainly not by talking ourselves down. But by backing the people and projects working to make things better. Headlines come and go. What matters is what we do to back the place we call home. I'll be doing my part every day this summer. Together, let's show what Bognor Regis is capable of!
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SEPTEMBER HOROSCOPES
BY LOCAL ASTROLOGER LETICIA PARMER This September Uranus (planet of innovation and eccentricity) goes retrograde, the last of the four outer planets to do so. You'll feel some light relief from less pressure to come up with clever solutions.This will be the month to more calmly accept the merits of old, tried and tested ways of doing things and trusting the traditional wisdom of the elders. ARIES You'll gain the most from Uranus retrograde by keeping your communications and your driving simple and straightforward. No need to go on any more wild goose chases.
LIBRA Travel and educational matters have had you jumping through hoops. At times it has been quite exhausting just finding your way round all the obstacles, but no need to this month.
TAURUS No need to come up with innovative and original ideas for handling your money or property as everything can go like clockwork if you follow traditional ways of spending and saving.
SCORPIO Privacy and secrecy, so very important to you, have been difficult to achieve of late. September is more relaxing as you no longer feel compelled to hide or cover your tracks.
GEMINI Yes, you are by nature a maverick and always able to throw up a smokescreen to put people off the scent. All that weaving and dodging can safely take a back seat now, relax.
SAGITTARIUS Partnership matters have required a good deal of diplomacy for the past many months, with you having to 'walk on eggshells' at times. Now you can relax into being your true SELF.
CANCER You've been working hard to improve wellbeing and diet, through meditation or yoga, but may have been attracted to fads. Now you can simply just trust your deep inner wisdom.
CAPRICORN Health and stress, work and duty, all have required a degree of innovation and clever ways to handle problems. At last, the pressure is off you as revived old style solutions start to work.
LEO Sometimes your love of luxury and the finer things in life makes you a bit too generous. But this month, you can at last simply relax and enjoy the fruits of your own labour.
AQUARIUS It has been a challenge dealing with the children and creative projects, because without your innovation nothing would get done. But now the old ways work better so relax.
VIRGO In an effort to please your boss, your father or your own ambitious streak, you've been trying out all sorts of new methods. This September that drive relaxes and so can you.
PISCES Coming up with new and clever plans regarding your mother or your home, has been quite exhausting but this month a traditional, tried and tested solution will ease your mind.
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PHOTO FINISH: DAVID BOWIE
Looking back 50 years to a live photo that captures the gradual evolution of the mercurial David Bowie. This year marks a decade since the passing of the iconic David Bowie, a true modern icon across music, art and entertainment. Rather than dwell on a desperately sad event for fans in every quarter of the world, we have gone back 50 years to this brilliant shot of the star on his Station to Station tour. The image freezes a performer in transition – no longer the flame-haired Ziggy Stardust who had conquered the early 1970s, but not yet the experimental artist who would soon head to Berlin and reinvent himself once again. The star is dressed in a crisp white shirt and dark trousers, and stands alone at the microphone, every ounce of attention focused on the performance. There are no elaborate costumes, no theatrical props and no obvious distractions. Instead, the image reflects the cool, minimalist aesthetic that defined the Thin White Duke era. Released in January 1976, Station to Station is now regarded as one of the most important albums of Bowie's career. Blending rock, soul, funk and electronic influences, it marked a bridge between his American period and the groundbreaking work that would follow in Germany. Tracks such as Golden Years and the epic title song showcased an artist pushing boundaries while refusing to stand still. The tour itself was equally memorable. Audiences witnessed a performer at the height of his creative powers, capable of combining dramatic stage presence with an almost magnetic intensity. Even in a still image, that intensity is impossible to miss. Half a century later, photographs such as this remain a reminder of why Bowie continues to fascinate. Few artists embraced change so completely, and the world is a lesser place without him.
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Join us for an uplifting evening of exceptional music by this young trio in support of The Sussex Snowdrop Trust. Doors open and drinks: 6.45pm Concert: 7.30pm Tickets £20 – www.thebct.org.uk Venue – Champs Hill, near Pulborough.
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FEEDING OUR INSECTS IN THE SHADE
BY KATE SOUTHWORTH
Our flying insect population has declined by at least 60 per cent in the last 20 years … and it matters! Insects are a critical part of life on this planet, providing food for other creatures, recycling dead matter be it plants or creatures, controlling pests, and providing critical pollination for over 75 per cent of our food crops. Sir David Attenborough has said: "every space in Britain must be used to help wildlife!" SO, LETS USE OUR GARDEN SPACE to do just that! Shade often feels like a problem, it’s not, you just need to use insect friendly plants that are happy to grow in shade or semi shade. So, let’s look at some … SHADE SHRUBS Mahonia, which flowers from late autumn to late winter, produces gloriously scented bright yellow flowers, a treat for insects who may emerge in a warm winter spell. Its black berries are loved by birds, and it will grow well in part or even full shade. Pyracantha, producing nectar rich flowers in spring and berries later in the year, is a dream for blackbirds and thrushes to name but a few. It also provides safe nesting sites once mature. Holly and berberis darwinii or thunbergii, also provide nectar, pollen, berries and safe nesting. The deep leaf litter of a Holly also provides hibernating shelter for many creatures, including hedgehogs, so don’t clear it away. Holly thrives in shade, choose partial shade for berberis. Dry shade … not an issue…you really can’t go wrong with sarcococca confusa, its sweet, scented flowers will stop you in your tracks in mid-winter, so grow it close to the door. Bees and other insects, love the nectar and pollen the flowers produce and berries develop which the birds love. It’s tough and great for everyone … so a must. SHADE GROUND COVER Plant around shrubs to help your insect friends. Gallium odoratum, (sweet woodruff) is beautiful, and in spring, rich in nectar and pollen. It will carpet the ground under shrubs, has pretty evergreen leaves, and in spring, dainty eye-catching white flowers. This a must, and acts as a living mulch. It needs moisture as a young plant but will adapt to drier conditions once established. It may not be easy to buy in local garden centres but can be bought online. Lamiums, (deadnettles), another must, insects just love them! They are actually from the mint family, so do not sting, probably evolving to have similarities to nettles to protect themselves from being eaten. Flowers are produced from March onwards until winter in some cases, so providing early and late food for insects. A pretty flower coming in various colours, all shade loving, and further, are classed as a top pollinator by the R.H.S. Butterflies, moths, bees and more flock to them for nectar (carbohydrate) and pollen (protein), and the leaves are food for the caterpillars of many moths. Adult butterflies and moths may lay their eggs on lamium leaves, so that on hatching the caterpillars have a good food supply ready and waiting ... more good parenting!
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Aerial Installation Aerial Connections
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Art Clubs Felpham Art Club
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Bathroom Coastline Everything Bathrooms
Driveways LG Aldwick Driveways Monty’s Pressure Washing
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Painting / Decorating The Decorator Man Painter&Decorator
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Electrical Contractor Lowen Electrical Services
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Pest Control TempPest
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Bowls Clubs Arun Indoor Bowls
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Plasterer Trevor Francis Plastering
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Plumbing & Heating Alan’s Plumbing Callum Plumbing & Heating Enticotts Priority Heating & Gas
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Building & Renovations Allbrights 51 & 31 Arkview 2 D&M Builders 7 Caravan Service TH Caravan Services
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Car Services / Repairs /Maintenance Ultimate Smart Repairs 49 Care Centres & Home Care ADL Care 12 Ashton Care 28 Hollymead House 30 Golden Times Companionship 7 Carpenter A&A Carpentry
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Cleaning Services Conway Carpet Cleaning Lamberts Cleaning Gladiator Cleaning Ltd
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Curtains, Blinds & Fabrics Stock Blinds
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Dental Care Felpham Dental Surgery
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Doors Dream Doors
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Double Glazing / Windows Barnham Windows & Conservatories Andy Payne
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Footcare Felpham Chiropody& Podiatry 33 Prescription Footwear Associates 49 Sole Haven 5 Fitness classes Sarah’s Adult Fitness
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Funeral Service Darren Miles
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Garage Doors AW Garage Doors GDS Sussex
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Garden Services Green Stripes Garden Services 13 Monty’s Garden Reset 42 Guitar Teacher Murdo Mackenzie Morrison
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Hair and Beauty Karen’s Hairdressing
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Hardware & Calor Gas A & M Barley
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Hotels & Restaurants India Raj
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Hypnotist Victoria Hamill /Acorn Therapy 47
Property Maintenance / DIY Allbrights 51 & 31 Brett Property 45 ProTradesman 23 Repointing & Brickwork Gary Maskell
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Roofing New Heights Roofing
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Schools / Colleges Slindon College Westbourne House School
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Solicitor MJR Solicitors SMR Solicitors
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Security GRN Locksmith Lock Medic
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Taxi Starline Sussex/Ace Taxis
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Kitchens / Bedrooms Dream Doors Coastline
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Tree Surgery C M Tree Care
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Opticians Barnham Opticians
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Window Cleaners KLJ Services
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UP TO 50% LESS THAN A NEW FITTED KITCHEN by simply replacing the doors and worktops
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St Mary’s Tea and Chat Registered Charity No. 1133732
Second Thursday of the month
Thursday 10th September St Mary’s Centre, Felpham
Sat 5th Sept 10am-12 noon St Mary’s Centre, Grassmere Close,Felpham Lots of stalls, free parking Details: 01243 864437
2pm - 4pm
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followed by a singalong with
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