Serving the communities of East Grinstead, Forest Row, Lingfield and the neighbouring areas
Issue 8 May 2025
Let’s help one another to do well and prosper
A Fond Farewell - Steve Ody page 4
Making it Count Maths Tuition page 7
Crawley Down Ladies’ Choir page 9
Contents
French Connection - Tips and Tricks page 10
Nature’s Magic - Gill Bustamante’s column page 11
Lingfield Irish Dancer Double World Champion page 12
Christians Against Poverty page 13
Little Kickers page 14
The Hidden Costs of Working from Home page 15
A to Bee Ecology page 16
Walking the Kingdom page 18
Walk and Talk for Success page 19
Monthly Marketing Tips by Alice Watkyn page 20
French Recipe of the Month page 20
Community First Responders page 21
Beauty Tips with Sarah Dell page 22
Up the Garden Path page 23
Well Healthy with Samantha Ford page 24
East Grinstead Jazz Festival page 25
Introducing Brendoncare Stildon page 26
Happy 4th Anniversary 1 Middle Row page 28
High Street Heroes page 29
Community People page 30
Eaterie of the Month page 31
Alison Earnshaw’s Column page 32
East Grinstead Museum page 33
Portland Vets Petcare column page 34
Humour/satire page 35
Promote Yourself in the Town Crier page 37
East Grinstead Community Bonfire page 38
A Bit of a Fixer Upper? page 39
Learn, Grow and Give Back page 40
May Fair page 41
Spirit of Rebirth page 42
How to Basically page 43
East Grinstead Lions page 44
Vintage Bus Day page 45
by Steve Ody
AFond Farewell Reflections on My Mayoral Year
As I write my final piece for the Town Crier, I do so with a heart full of gratitude. What a year it has been!
Serving as Mayor of East Grinstead has truly been the honour of a lifetime – a joyous, unforgettable journey that I’ve loved every second of.
Thank you to each and every one of you for your kindness, generosity, and unwavering support. This town is exceptional, not just because of its history and setting, but because of its people – and I’ve been privileged to meet so many of you over the past year.
The final few weeks of my Mayoral year have been as full and fantastic as ever. One highlight was presenting James Cooper with the Freedom of East Grinstead – in recognition of his astonishing achievement of running 366 marathons in 366 days. James, we salute you!
I’ve also had the great honour of getting to know East Grinstead’s oldest World War II veteran, John Crocker. At 101 years old, John served in North Africa, Iraq, and Italy with the 2nd Battalion, Royal Sussex Regiment. Thanks to Jane White and the Regimental Association as John was presented with his Regimental tie, beret, and cap badge – a truly moving moment – John’s medals have also been returned to him.
We later travelled to Chichester for the St George’s Day Regimental Service, and I’m thrilled to share that John was also present at the VE Day Commemoration Service at Westminster Abbey, in the presence of Their Majesties the King and Queen. We owe John and his comrades an immense debt of gratitude.
Back home, we gathered on King George’s Field for a wonderful VE Day celebration. Thank you to all who came – the atmosphere was incredible, and the evening ended with a stirring rendition of I Vow To Thee My Country and the lighting of the town beacon – a fitting tribute to those who endured 6 years of war.
My visits continued, from hosting a quiz at the
Youth Club (where the winners proudly wore the Mayoral chain!) to joining the joyful Kidical Mass family bike ride – a real celebration of community and sustainable travel.
East Grinstead Rugby Club welcomed players from around the UK for the Sunshine 7s – a superb event that has now raised over £500,000 for local children’s charities.
We also celebrated the 30th anniversary of Vintage Bus Day, the ever-popular Lions May Fair, and the Girl Guides’ brilliant Mayhem Day at Ardingly Showground.
The town’s triathlon continues to go from strength to strength – I was proud to present medals to the winners – and our Music and Arts Festival at Chequer Mead showcased outstanding talent from East Grinstead and beyond.
I had the pleasure of attending the 1343 Squadron ATC Annual Dinner, two Mayoral receptions – one with East Grinstead Business Association and another to mark Meridian Rotary’s 39th birthday and their exciting new fundraising campaign.
And speaking of fundraising – my own efforts to help Being Neighbourly bring a community trishaw to East Grinstead have been great fun and exhausting. With support from South East Water, Meridian Rotary, Chappell & Rice, and many others, we made it happen. I even took on an 82-mile sponsored bike ride through Sussex to help get over the line!
We brought the year to a close with a spectacular Gala Dinner at the Felbridge Hotel – a true celebration of the spirit and generosity that defines our town.
Thank you, East Grinstead. You’ve made this the most extraordinary year of my life. It’s been a privilege to represent you at home and abroad. I look forward to continuing to serve our community – just with a little less bling around my neck!
With deepest thanks and warmest wishes, Steve Ody
East Grinstead Town Mayor (former)
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The Crawley Down Ladies’Choir
Following the Easter break the Crawley Down Ladies Choir returned to singing on their usual practice evening, Mondays at The Haven Centre, Crawley Down.
We are now looking forward to our Summer concert at 7.30 pm on June 14th which suddenly seems much closer, being only a few weeks distant.
On the social side, in early May several members met one evening for the annual choir meal, which was held at The Old Dunnings Mill in East Grinstead and a convivial evening of food, drinks and lots of chat ensued.
After the June concert we will be taking a break for the summer, returning in September to begin practising our new programme of songs for the December concert – I will refrain from using the 'C' word as it is a bit too early for most people.
Having said that, it falls to our Musical Director to plan early so that we know which musical pieces we will be practising when the September term begins, so she has had no choice but to think 'C' things. Someone also has to search out the appropriate pieces.
Yes, it will be Carols and other
In this monthly column, Forest Row’s renowned artist Gill Bustamante, shares some of her hard-won knowhow with all you budding artists out there. And this month’s tip is . . . . .
Nature’s Magic
by Town Crier columnist, Gill Bustamante
Since I became a keen walker, around 15 years ago, the message I promote in my paintings has been influenced by what I see in this area.
England is a very small country and is already somewhat overcrowded. Landscapes and wildlife suffer for this but rather than reflect the harsh realities of our butchered landscapes and beleaguered wildlife, I prefer to see the magic that is still there behind them.
Nature is a life force and if you seek out the less well trodden paths you will have seen this. I edit out the old mattresses, barbed wire, discarded bottles and other crimes and focus on the magic that stands behind landscapes and animals.
This is not just fanciful thinking on my part as by trying to capture a moment of magic on my
canvases I hope to encourage others to have the same urge to conserve nature that I feel.
Who has not felt better by walking in a meadow or woodland? (Especially during covid when many people discovered such joys for the first time).
There is magic out there and I try to capture a little bit of the joy it gives me in every painting that I make or help someone else to make.
I hope you get a chance to walk and find your own pieces of magic...
Gill Bustamante, artist and art tutor, Forest Row Picture: The Truth Calls – made after a walk I took near Sevenoaks one autumn.
Gill Bustamante - Artist and Art Tutor
Lingfield Irish dancer returns from World Championships a double World Champion
Tatiana Nesterenko from the Gibbins School of Irish Dance (GSID) in Lingfield has returned home from the World Irish Dance Association’s (WIDA) 2025 World Championships in Liège, Belgium a double World Champion. She beat off strong competition in both the Under 35s age category for the Solo World Championship and the Over 30s age category for the Traditional Sets World Championship to be crowned World Champion on two consecutive days.
4 adult Irish dancers from GSID went to compete in Belgium from 15th-18th April. The first day consisted of the international grade Feis - a ‘normal’ competition for the beginner, primary and intermediate dancers. Katie Harcourt-Ellis competed in the beginners Under 40s category in a range of solo light shoe and heavy shoe dances, in which she placed on the podium several times - most notably with a 3rd in the slip jig. She also picked up a 5th place in the beginner Premiership - a two round competition in front of 3 judges.
Faith Scanlon from South Godstone also picked up a 5th place in the primary premiership, as well as several solo medals in the under 30 category, including a 2nd place.
Caroline Bool recalled in the Over 45s age group in the Open Solo World Championships to be placed 8th in the World - having beautifully danced a 3 round championship plus the modern choreography recall round.
Tatiana Nesterenko’s first triumph came on the Thursday in the Over 30s Traditional Set Championship. She beat competition from several countries to be crowned champion. This event involved all participants learning the same 9 traditional choreographies, of which 3 were randomly selected for the competition.
She followed it up on the Friday with a strong performance in the under 35s Solo World Championship, recalling to be crowned champion after the modern choreography recall round.
GSID joined WIDA due its the inclusive attitude towards adult competitors, and both GSID & WIDA actively encourage adult dancers of all ages (16-
60+) and abilities (complete beginners or returning to dance) to take part in classes, performances, exams and competition - depending on each dancer’s goals. First and foremost GSID values the strong group of local women who take part in our classes and have built a friendly environment for fun and learning. GSID welcomes newcomers any week.
In particular, we are currently looking for new dancers who may want to be part of ceili teamsideal for returners to dance to build stamina with traditional footwork, or for fast-learning beginners!
GSID also offers children’s classes for girls and boys (3-16).
We train on Wednesday evenings at Lingfield College:
6-6.30pm - Under 7s
6-7pm - Children’s mixed ability class
7-8.30pm - Adults’ mixed ability class
8.30-9pm - Ceili
Classes are £7, first class free as a trial.
For queries, new starters or to book performances, please contact us at gibbinsirishdance@outlook.com.
More than just Football How Little Kickers empowers your kids
Little Kickers started in the UK in 2002.
We believe football can be educational, in a “play not push environment”. Coached in the right way it can stimulate imagination and aid early development skills such as learning colours and numbers, following instructions and playing as a team.
We have four different football classes each tailored to a different age group. However, we have two core beliefs that we take into every session.
Key Features of our classes are:
- Weekly classes
- One coach with up to 12 children OR two coaches for 13 to 16 children
- Each child receives a football kit
- 4 unique badges to collect across the Little Kicks programme
We have classes running indoors over the winter on a Saturday and Sunday in the Kings Centre. From May onwards we run outside at the Kings Field.
To sign up just go to the Little Kickers website (www.littlekickers.co.uk), click on find a class and input the requested information!
Our Little Kicks classes are for children aged from 18m to 2.5 yrs. The main focus of Little Kicks is what we call ‘learning to learn’.
Classes involve a number of games that require parents to put on their running shoes and get actively involved in the session. However, some games are specifically targeted at developing independence.
These transition games mean children as young as two will be able to play independently of their parent or guardian.
We then have:
Junior Kickers classes for 2.5 yrs to 3.5 yrs old. Play and games are at the heart of everything we do.
Our games cleverly disguise the learning aspect so the children just think they are playing. The more the children enjoy the games, the more they participate.
This enjoyment leads to greater confidence, which in turn leads to self-initiated participation and independent play.
Mighty Kickers classes for 3.5 yrs to 5 yrs old. Mighty Kickers classes incorporate our rounded learning approach of play, practice and understanding.
Play is the motivator and promotes continued and repeated practice. This disguised learning in itself is a powerful tool, however we believe in not only teaching the children how to perform the skills, but also to understand why and where to use the skill in the real world. This transcends all six areas of our curriculum:
- Personal, social & emotional development,
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- Knowledge & understanding of the World,
- Physical development,
- Creative development.
Mega Kickers classes for 5 to 8 yrs old. More touches on the ball lead to faster and greater skill gain.
Every child has their own ball throughout the
session and our games are specifically designed for maximum touches of the ball.
The games are progressively challenging, enabling new skills to be learnt each lesson, however children are able to work within their ability.
Children become more competitive at this age and are taught to challenge themselves and one another.
The match becomes the climax of the session and is the perfect outlet for channelling children’s competitive energy as well as transferring their skills into a real-world situation.
The following item is from the Chamber of Commerce of our neighbouring town of Uckfield. Whilst Uckfield is strictly speaking just outside the area covered by this magazine, I thought the idea was important enough to run it by you in the hope that it will inspire or bring to light similar initiatives.
The Hidden Cost of Working from Home
When working from home became the norm, many of us embraced it, no commute, more flexibility, and control over our day. But several years in, it’s becoming clear that it’s not all sunshine and slippers.
Isolation, low motivation, and blurred boundaries are quietly taking a toll. Without the rhythm of interaction or a shift in environment, our confidence starts to fade. Social skills go a bit quiet. And while the house may be comfortable, it isn’t always good for our wellbeing.
Research is showing what many of us have felt: too much time working alone can impact creativity, mental health, and personal growth. It’s not just about getting the job done, it’s about how we feel while doing it.
At The Lounge and Pamper Lounge, we’ve created a Work Hub that runs Wednesday to Friday here in
Uckfield, next to the Citroen garage (and possibly more days if there’s demand). It’s a calm, creative space for getting things done without the isolation. No loud background noise, no pressure, just a refreshing change of scene, a few friendly faces, and the space to breathe.
If you’ve started to feel a bit stuck at home, you’re not the only one, and you don’t need to power through it alone.
Sometimes, stepping out of your house can help you step back into yourself.
Want to know more? Call us on 07707 411 942.
Work differently. Feel better.
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May: When the Countryside Hits Its Stride
by Ross Symonds, Founder of A to Bee Ecology
May is when the countryside really starts showing off wildflowers are blooming, the hedgerows are buzzing, and the woods are practically humming with life. The landscape is bursting with edible treasures for those who take the time to look. If you’re itching to grab your basket and head out, here are ten fantastic things to forage this month.
Hawthorn Flowers (Crataegus
monogyna) by May, hawthorn is in full bloom, sprinkling hedgerows with clusters of creamy white flowers. The blossoms have a mild, slightly almond-like flavour and are a traditional heart tonic. Add them to syrups, cordials, or even scatter a few over salads. As always, be sure to leave plenty behind for the pollinators.
Elderflowers (Sambucus nigra)
These fragrant, creamy blooms appear in large umbels, often filling the air with a sweet, heady scent. Perfect for making elderflower cordial, champagne, or infused honey. The flowers are also anti-inflammatory and can be dried for teas to support respiratory health.
Wild Garlic Flowers (Allium ursinum)
In May, wild garlic’s star-shaped white flowers are in full swing, and they’re just as edible as the leaves. With a milder, more floral garlic kick, they’re great scattered over salads, blended into pestos, or pickled for a burst of savoury flavour. Look for them carpeting damp, shady woodlands.
Wood Sorrel (Oxalis
acetosella) These dainty, three -leaved plants with delicate white or pale pink flowers have a sharp, lemony taste. Use the leaves sparingly to brighten salads or soups, and try the flowers as a pretty garnish. Be mindful, though oxalic acid can be harmful in large quantities.
Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum)
Sweet Woodruff’s whorled leaves and tiny white flowers bring a vanilla-like aroma, especially when dried. Traditionally used in May wine (like a May Bowle), it also makes a lovely addition to desserts. It’s often found in shady, moist woodlands.
Nettle Tops (Urtica dioica)
By now, nettles are shooting up everywhere. Aim for the fresh tops cooking or drying neutralises the sting. Rich in iron and vitamins, they’re brilliant in soups, stews, and even cakes. Nettles have been used for centuries as a spring tonic, promoting vitality and well-being.
Cleavers (Galium aparine)
Also known as sticky willy, this scrambling plant clings to everything it touches. The young tips can be eaten raw in small amounts or made into a detoxifying tea.
Traditionally, cleavers have been used as a lymphatic tonic and diuretic. You’ll find them tangled through hedgerows and woodland edges.
Broom Flowers (Cytisus scoparius)
Broom’s bright yellow flowers are a cheerful sight in May. They can be used sparingly in salads or as a garnish just remember that the seeds and pods are toxic, so stick to the blooms only. Folklorically, broom was used for sweeping away negativity and unwanted spirits.
Pineapple Weed (Matricaria discoidea)
A close relative of chamomile, pineapple weed is easily recognised by its small, conical, yellow-green flower heads and its distinctive pineapple scent when crushed. Often found along paths and compacted soil, it makes a lovely aromatic tea and can be used in desserts for a tropical twist. Historically, it’s been used to soothe digestive issues and calm the mind.
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Walking the Kingdom 2015 An adventure revisited
by Steve Cook
I was looking for something else on my computer and found some old pics of the "Walk the Kingdom" caper I did in 2015. On this date ten years ago, at the youthful age of a mere 63, I was about a week into my planned walk of the British mainland coast.
The gig was to walk the entire British coast (about 4K miles) to raise funds for Drug Education for Kids, specifically for my good mate Pete Dwan, former British Thai boxing champion, who at that time was doing superb drug education talks for children.
I wanted to help Pete as best I could because what he was doing was in my opinion so valuable. I have worked in drug rehabilitation - much of which was putting people through drug withdrawal - and seen first-hand the devastating damage drugs can do to their users and such an heroic effort to arm kids with enough knowledge to help them make the right decisions and avoid the deadly trap that drugs comprise was well worth my giving it all the support I could muster.
Well, I wasn’t as good at fisticuffs as Pete nor was I good at giving talks but I realised that (albeit with practice) I could be fairly good at walking.
So that is what I did!
I started in my home town of East Grinstead, walked south to Brighton, turned left at the sea and just kept on walking. I had planned to be the oldest person ever to have done the walk (I was 63 at the time and would have been 64 by the time I finished it).
I got about a quarter of the way - about 1100 miles all around the coast of Sussex, Kent, Essex, Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, Northumberland etccrossed the Forth Bridge and reached North Queensferry in Scotland before a broken toe forced me to retire (I am a bit of a wuss when it comes to pain).
I have really fond memories of that adventure and would consider tackling it again with the right sponsorship. And I’ll wear better boots and avoid breaking my toe next time.
But here for nostalgia's sake are the pics I found from that escapade. After ten years I can’t recall where three of them were taken. The bloke with the mayoral chain was the Lord Provost of Edinburgha very, very nice man. The one where I am celebrating by the side of a main road was where I crossed the border into Scotland having walked off my you-know-what for many weeks.
I have a great many fond memories of that adventure. Not least of which is the bountiful kindness of the people I met and was helped by along the way.
Oh, and I also managed to dredge up a large number of the daily video reports I made during the walk.
You can find them on YouTube, here Turn to page 31 for photo gallery
Problem Solving
vs.
Pretend Personas
Monthly Marketing Tips by Alice Watkyn
Most marketing advice tells you to build a detailed customer persona. Name them, imagine their job, their income, their hobbies, the car they drive. It sounds helpful. But for small business owners with limited time, it’s usually a waste.
You don’t need to picture ‘Sarah, a 38-yearold mum who shops at Waitrose’ to write a good sales page.
You need to understand what Sarah’s actually dealing with and how your business helps her sort it.
People don’t buy because they fit a made-up profile. They buy when you solve a problem or offer a benefit that actually matters. That could mean saving time, removing stress, making life easier, helping them feel good, or getting better results with less effort.
Forget the imaginary backstories. Focus on what’s frustrating them, holding them back, costing them money, or making things harder than they need to be. Then show them how your product or service makes life better.
If you’re a cleaner, don’t say you work with “time-poor homeowners.” Say: “Hate coming home to a messy house? We’ll sort it so you can relax.”
If you’re a web designer, don’t say you help “creative freelancers.” Say: “Sick of wrestling with your website? I’ll build something that works - so you don’t have to.”
It’s faster, clearer, and it connects to human beings. People don’t wake up thinking “I’m a persona.” They wake up thinking “I need a hand.”
Not sure what problems you solve or what benefits you bring?
Ask your customers. They’ll tell you.
Alice Watkyn, Mouthy Marketing
More marketing tips from Alice in next month’s Town Crier. Stay tuned!
V French Recipe of the Month
This month I thought I mayonnaise, something one cannot do without in France. This is how my mum used to make it and how I make it too. I will put it in English and French just for fun.
Ingredients/Ingrédients
1 egg yolk/1 jaune d œuf
A pinch of salt/une pincée de sel
Some pepper/un peu de poivre
A spoonful of Dijon mustard/une cuillerée de moutarde de Dijon
A few drops of lemon juice/quelques gouttes de citron
Vegetable or sunflower oil/huile végétale ou de tournesol, about 300ml/environ 300ml
Separate the yolk and the white, keep the white aside for later to use in another recipe if you wish/Séparez le jaune du blanc d’œuf, gardez le blanc d’œuf pour l’utiliser plus tard si vous le désirez.
Put the yolk in a bowl and add a pinch of salt, some pepper and a few drops of lemon juice and mix with a fork/Mettez le jaune dans un bowl, ajoutez une pincée de sel et du poivre ainsi que quelques gouttes de jus de citron, mélangez à l’aide d’une fourchette.
Add the mustard and mix/Ajoutez la moutarde et mélangez.
Add a small amount of oil while mixing continuously/ ajoutez un filet d’huile en mélangeant continuellement. You should have a thick mixture/le mélange devrait être épais.
Keep adding oil, a bit at time, mixing continuously/ Continuez d’ajouter l’huile, petit à petit, en mélangeant continuellement.
Taste it, add more salt, pepper or lemon juice to taste/ Goûtez, ajoutez un peu plus de sel, de poivre ou de jus de citron selon votre goût.
Et Voilà !
Goes well with chips, tuna, hard-boiled eggs, etc/ Accompagne bien les frites, le thon, les œufs cuits dur, etc.
Enjoy ! Bon appétit !
Dominique Cook
French translator and interpreter domicook64@gmail.com
Prevention is Better than Cure
ASun-Safe Reminder from your Community First Responders
As Community First Responders (CFRs), we’re often the first to arrive when someone in our community is in urgent need. We deal with medical emergencies, but many of the calls we attend have roots in long-term, preventable health issues.
This May, we saw Sun Awareness Week (5–11 May) - a national campaign led by the British Association of Dermatologists. And with the glorious weather we enjoyed in April, this couldn’t have been a more timely reminder to take sun safety seriously.
Why Sun Awareness?
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the UK. While not part of our direct scope of care as CFRs, we’re big believers in health education and prevention as the first line of defence.
After all, avoiding harm is a core value in risk management and prevention strategies - and that includes knowing when your body needs a break from the sun.
Many of us love being outside - walking, gardening, enjoying time with family and pets.
These moments are vital for our well-being, and sunshine does have benefits, like topping up our vitamin D and lifting our mood. But there’s a fine balance between enjoyment and overexposure.
Top Tips for Staying Sun-Safe
Whether you’re out for a stroll or attending a local event, here are some quick ways to protect your skin and stay safe:
• Slip on a shirt or protective clothing
• Slap on a hat to shade your face, ears and neck
• Slop on sunscreen (SPF 30+ and reapply every two hours)
• Seek shade during peak sun hours (11am–3pm)
• Slide on sunglasses with UV protection
Just a few serious sunburns over the years can increase your risk of skin cancer - so it’s never too early or too late to start protecting your skin.
Connecting the Dots: What CFRs Often See
While we don’t treat skin conditions ourselves, we’re part of a wider community response to health issues, many of which could be reduced by early action. We’ve seen too many situationswhether heat-related illnesses or more complex chronic conditions - where the seeds were sown months or years earlier.
That’s why we believe education and awareness are just as vital as emergency response.
From knowing how to protect your skin to understanding early signs of heatstroke or dehydration, small steps now can prevent bigger problems later.
Health
is a Lifelong Investment
Sun Awareness Week is just one opportunity to remind ourselves that good health starts with the choices we make today.
As CFRs, we’re not just here for when things go wrong - we’re part of the conversation that helps people make healthier decisions before crisis strikes.
So this May, enjoy the sunshine - but do it mindfully. And remember, prevention is always better than cure.
The Truest Kind of Beauty
Your Skincare and Beauty Tips with Sarah Dell
In a world where beauty is often defined by filters, flawless skin, and fleeting trends, I’m reminded daily that the most powerful transformations have nothing to do with how we look - and everything to do with who we are.
At my beauty studio, I’m lucky enough to witness some incredible skin journeys. Clients walk through my door seeking to address concerns that have sometimes held them back for years - acne, pigmentation, scarring, signs of ageing - and together we work towards boosting their confidence through advanced, results-driven treatments. And while I absolutely love delivering visible results and seeing the joy on someone’s face when they finally feel radiant in their skin, I know that the real magic lies somewhere deeper.
Because the truth is, no transformation will ever be more beautiful than the one that radiates from within.
Kindness, love, authenticity these are the traits that leave the most lasting impression. And I feel genuinely privileged to run a business in a town like East Grinstead, where those qualities are in abundance. Every day, I am welcomed with warmth, support, and a sense of community that is so rare and special. I meet people from all walks of life, from all corners of the world, each with their own stories, cultures, journeys, and energy - and I am honoured to welcome every single one of them into my space.
It’s a gift to be trusted with someone’s skin, but an even greater gift to connect on a deeper level. To hear someone’s story, share laughter or tears, and offer not just a treatment, but a moment of calm and care in a busy world - that, to me, is where the true beauty lies.
So, while my business is built on transformation, and I take pride in offering high-performance, scientifically backed skincare that does change lives today, I want to pause and acknowledge the beauty that can’t be bottled or treated. The beauty of a kind heart, a generous spirit, a warm smile, or a moment of vulnerability. The beauty that doesn’t fade with
age or depend on perfect skin.
Everyone deserves to feel beautiful regardless of how they look. And I want every person who walks into my studio to know that they are welcomed exactly as they are, in whatever season of life they’re in. Whether you’re struggling with your skin or simply looking for a little self-care, I see you. You are enough.
So thank you, East Grinstead. Thank you for embracing me, for supporting my business and for showing me that real beauty lives in community, in connection, and in compassion. You’ve shown me the heart of this town, and it’s truly beautiful.
If you’re ready to begin your skincare journey - or even just take a moment for yourself - I’d love to welcome you. All new clients receive 15% off all full-priced treatments over £25, and to make things even sweeter, every client who books a 50-minute (or longer) facial during the month of May will receive a complimentary goody bag packed with free gifts, money-off vouchers, and some extra treats to keep the glow going.
Book your skincare transformation today and let your true beauty shine through because when you feel confident in your skin, you radiate from the inside out.
And in the words of the brilliant Roald Dahl:
“If a person has ugly thoughts, it begins to show on the face But if you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely.”
– Roald Dahl, The Twits
Love,
Sarah xXx
The SLB Beauty Studio
30 Railway Approach, East Grinstead, RH19 1BP SLBBeautystudio.com
Well Healthy
Helping you live a freer, healthier life
This month, Samantha Ford of Unique Welllth presents:
What's in Your Trolley? The Celery Test and Your Health
Have you ever stood in a supermarket and thought, “What should I really be buying to be healthy?”
You’ve likely heard advice from all directions - try this diet, cut out that food, do this kind of exercise, meditate daily, drink more water… the list goes on, and on and on some more! But if you’re anything like the rest of us, all that advice can get overwhelming.
This is where the Celery Test could be a solution - a concept introduced to me in a book by Leadership expert Simon Sinek “Start with Why”, which I’d like to share with you. Maybe sounding a bit random? Stay with me!
Imagine four friends each give you different advice. One says you need Oreo cookies, another says M&Ms, one suggests almond milk, and the last tells you to buy celery. You go to the shop and buy all four. Now imagine someone watching you unpack your shopping. Would they have any idea what you believe in?
But if you walked out with only celery and almond milk, people could guess “Ah, they care about healthy eating.” It’s clear. It’s consistent. It aligns with your values.
So what does this have to do with your health?
Well, in the real world, your “shopping trolley” isn’t just filled with food. It’s packed with daily choicesthe habits you follow, the boundaries you set, how you spend your time and energy. The Celery Test becomes a filter: does this support the kind of life I want to live? Does this decision align with what truly helps my body feel well and my mind stay clear?
This is where I see so many people struggleespecially those of us balancing busy lives, family demands, work pressures, and the constant background buzz of stress. We try to do a bit of everything we’ve heard is good for us. A new sleep routine here, a supplement there, some YouTube workouts, skipping meals, over-caffeinating... and yet, we still feel tired, overwhelmed, or just stuck.
The problem? We haven’t defined our own version of celery.
Your body is always giving you clues - that afternoon slump, the restless nights, sugar cravings, tension in your shoulders, or that feeling of always being “on.” These aren’t random. They’re stress signals. Learning how to decode them is the first step in creating a personal filter - your own Celery Test - so you can stop guessing and start making decisions that actually work for you.
That’s what I help people do through my Unique WELLth coaching programmes, where we build your personalised blueprint - clear, practical actions that support your energy, improve your sleep, calm your nervous system, and help you feel more in control.
It’s not about copying someone else’s version of healthy. It’s about finding yours. Because true wellness isn't found in trying harder - it's about being smarter and we do that by choosing better.
So, this month, I invite you to look at your own life through the Celery Test lens. Ask yourself “What am I putting in my trolley?” (literally and figuratively)
Think about what choices leave you feeling stronger, calmer and more energised and which ones leave you feeling guilty, regretful or just gave a quick ‘fix’?
And if you’re not sure where to start, that’s okay too. You don’t have to do this alone.
Let’s find your version of celery - and build a life that actually feels good to live in.
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by singer and broadcaster Jenny Green
The second Jazz Festival in East Grinstead is happening from Thursday 14th Aug to Sunday17th August.
Starting with a Gospel Workshop and free concert at St Swithun's Church on the Thursday, it will be followed by our launch night on Friday night.
You will find many venues in town participating with fantastic acts that they have sponsored, with performances in the High Street, down the London Road, Ship Street and down into Dunnings Mill.
We have for the first time a Sunday morning Jazz brunch in the Dorset Arms and of course the popular jazz lunch on the lawns of The Apron Cafe in the Chequer Mead Theatre.
Please look out for our banners and flyers and come and join us this August in making the town come alive with music!
You can buy tickets for Thursday and Friday plus workshops via our web site. Just go here: https:// www.eastgrinsteadjazzfestival.com/
Sunday Lunch on the lawns of the Chequer Mead. Tickets available East Grinstead Jazz Festival 2025Jazz Lunch with the Jenny Green Quartet • Chequer Mead Theatre
There is much more to Brendoncare Stildon in East Grinstead than meets the eye. Tucked away in Dorset Avenue just off London Road, the site features both a care home and extra care apartments for older people.
For more than 20 years, Brendoncare Stildon has been offering high quality care in the town after the site was gifted to the Brendoncare Foundation, a charity which runs care homes and community support services for older people in the south of England.
The existing buildings on the site were demolished to make way for a purpose-built 32 bed care home specialising in nursing care, and 11 adjoining extra care apartments at Stildon Mews. On completion, it was opened by HRH the Duchess of Edinburgh, Brendoncare’s Patron.
Since its opening, Brendoncare Stildon continues to offer high quality nursing, ensuring that every resident, whatever their needs, receives dedicated, personalised care. Types of care it provides are nursing, respite and end of life.
The care home has a friendly, homely atmosphere, where residents can enjoy socialising with other residents or spending quiet time in their rooms where help is always close by.
The residents enjoy a wide range of activities, which, in the past, have included an evening of horse racing at Lingfield Park. Recently, residents enjoyed a visit to a local pub.
Visitors to the care home include volunteers from East Grinstead Museum and Kiddleydivey, which provides fun-filled lively and imaginative music memory sessions. Art, baking and seated exercise sessions are also popular activities the residents enjoy, while many like helping out in the garden.
Extra care housing is available at Stildon Mews. It enables people to continue leading active, independent lives in their own homes with access to personal care and support 24 hours a day.
Each of the 11 two-bedroom apartments have a fully-fitted kitchen, spacious bathroom, a patio if they are on the ground floor or a view across the attractive gardens. There is also easy access for wheelchairs.
Introducing Brendoncare Stildon
Katy Miller, Brendoncare Stildon’s General Manager, says:
“We strive to provide a warm, welcoming environment where both our residents and colleagues feel valued. We also know that relatives and loved ones appreciate how we care, and we are proud of the very positive reviews they give us on carehome.co.uk.”
There’s also much to look forward to at Brendoncare Stildon. On Monday 16th June, the care home will host a special afternoon tea to celebrate carers in the East Grinstead community.
Katy explains: “This is our contribution to Glad to Care Week and offers a fantastic opportunity to say thank you to carers for their tireless work which often goes unrecognised.
“We would love to hear from anyone who would like to nominate a local carer to come and join us on this special afternoon.”
Katy adds that the care home is currently putting the finishing touches to an activity hub, which, when opened, will offer local people a chance to join in their seated exercise activities.
On Saturday 26th July, Brendoncare Stildon will host its annual Summer Fete, which will feature some fun entertainers and activities for all the family. Everyone is welcome.
Brendoncare Stildon is always happy to hear from people who would like to volunteer at the care home, supporting residents and the care team with a range of activities.
To find out more about Brendoncare Stildon and how it can help you or your loved ones, please visit the website: https://brendoncare.org.uk/ carehomes/west-sussex/stildon/ or call 01342 305750. See photo gallery on next page
Happy 4th Anniversary, One Middle Row!
One Middle Row turned 4 this year under the helm of Nikki Todd.
I’m a regular there and had the great pleasure to be invited and celebrate the day with Nikki, her team and a lot of other people!
Of course, the spread was delicious and plentiful, prepared by Nikki herself and the prosecco cocktail kept on flowing.
It was a very relaxed friendly afternoon, with friendly people and great conversations!
The day also gave us the chance to bid a fond farewell to the lovely Ella (see the pictures below) who is moving on after many years. Her infectious warmth and sunny smile will never be forgotten. Thank you for being there, Ella!
Walk the Kingdom photo gallery
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Eaterie
of the Month
The Emerson College Café
The Emerson College café in Forest Row is just off the Hartfield Road and well signposted so it is easy to find.
We went there on Friday for an early lunch and were pleased to discover a neat, clean café in very peaceful surroundings.
The service was prompt and friendly, the prices very reasonable considering the high quality of the coffees and quiches we ordered.
The cafe mocha was one of the best we’ve had
anywhere (see photo) and the quiches were delicious. In fact we were so enthusiastically scoffing them I almost forgot to take a photo before it was all gone - hence the picture below of the as-yet-uneaten remnant (sorry about that).
We will for sure be going again very soon and the Emerson College Café is an eaterie we have no reservations about recommending
Me with Pete at my send-off in East Grinstead High Street
With the Lord Provost of Edinburgh
The day I reached Scotland
On a path by the River Humber
Also by the Humber (the bike isn’t mine - honest!)
Clocks and Best Foot Forward!
Town Crier columnist Alison Earnshaw enjoys a Spring visit to Crawley
Spring seems to have been a long time coming this year, I think we can all agree on that. And yet, as if by magic, we’re finally there! The clocks have Sprung Forward, bringing with them a rather nice spell of weather and that haze of gentle green clothing donned by the grey branches before the leaves fully emerge on the trees in all their vibrant Summer finery.
I seem to have hibernated even more than usual since the turn of this year; perhaps that’s why it’s felt like such a long haul to reach the new season. I was gifted an Amaryllis that came with instructions to leave in a cool, dark place for 10 weeks over Winter, to be brought back into the sunlight in Spring to flower anew in all its glory. Likewise, it did seem as though it was time for me to get back outdoors and turn my face to the sun. So to stretch the old legs I ventured rather further than my usual East Grinstead ‘home stretch’ of ‘The Worth Way’. Formerly a railway track, this amazing local resource forms a 7-mile long multi-use path, winding like a ribbon through an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Sussex countryside. Designated a ‘wildlife corridor’, it’s the enduring silver lining to the 1960s Beeching railway route cuts.
The Worth Way is well-used and appreciated in all seasons; a favourite of walkers, cyclists, joggers and a full Cruft’s worth of different waggy-tailed dogs all human and canine life is there! Now Spring’s here, there are catkins, primroses and bluebells with lots of very active bird-nesting in the hedgerows. Inspired to explore further I made my way one afternoon to the Crawley Down section; a short hop by car and the first thing to welcome you in the village centre is the Holy Grail of free parking! From there I walked with a friend along The Worth Way for a couple of miles in the Crawley direction, then made a circuit back to Crawley Down ready for a look around the village.
The first thing to catch my eye was a splendid map by Sussex artist Helen Cann, who specialises in these pictorial maps illustrating local history. Informative and joyful, it provides an interesting central focus for the village. Small local shops appeared to be doing a bustling trade and atop the post-box on the day I visited there was a jaunty knitted Easter bonnet being admired and photographed by passers-by.
Time for a pit stop; no need to drive back to East
Grinstead for that well-earned refreshment. ‘The Village Brew’ coffee shop is just the ticket and clearly a popular watering hole on the Worth Way cyclists’ route. With plenty of seating inside and out, they have a good choice of beverages; also cakes and light meal edibles should you feel so inclined. I certainly did feel so inclined and jolly nice it was too! My companion and I shared a cinnamon bun which arrived at our table warm and flavoursome next time I think we’ll go for one each.
Next on the itinerary, a stroll in the other direction down to Crawley Down Pond. No herons or kingfishers that day, although I’m told they do make the occasional appearance. The Pond is a pleasant and tranquil spot; I’d read a little about it on the aforementioned village centre pictorial map and was inspired to research further. It was originally one of five ornamental lakes created in the 1800s on the local Tiltwood Estate, then owned by the intriguingly named and somewhat James Bond villain-sounding George Scaramanga!
Making my way back to the car, I was fascinated and moved to see the Crawley Down Memorial Society commemorative blue plaques on various cottages, in memory of those who had once lived there and lost their lives over a century ago in The Great War. I wonder how different the village ambiance I’d just enjoyed would have appeared to them in the days when Crawley Down was the home they had to leave behind.
All in all, a really lovely afternoon out with a little bit more Spring in my step than over the past few chilly months. While I’m not sure I can match up to the Amaryllis in the emerging from hibernation stakes, I think I’ve at least made a bit of a start in Crawley Down!
Alison is a former Modern Languages and S.E.N.D. teacher currently working on an original music production with 'Shot Full Of Rock & Friends'. To find out more, go to: www.shotfullofrock.co.uk
Revealed: the historical roots of fact checking
This article has been thoroughly fact checked and had all verifiable facts removed by
Steve Cook
Amid the current furore over "fact checking" by Facebook, the media and other bastions of righteousness that have never been known to tell fibs, it has been forgotten that Fact Checking is far from new.
Recently unearthed documents, discovered by researchers in an old hat box that had been gathering dust in the basement of Tower of London, reveal that fact checking dates from the Middle Ages when it was used extensively to relieve the minds of the hoi poloi and riffraff of the burden of heresy.
As you know, heresy is synonymous with lying, whilst gainsaying the assertions of the Very Best People is as bad as terrorism and this, evidently, has always been the case.
We cite here the translation from the Latin of two ancient parchments now safely installed in the British Museum's, "Thought Control Through the Ages" section. Both were originally issued by "Ye Office of ye Grand Inquisitor, Department of ye Wytch Burnings and ye Facte Checkinge" in 1492 and 1528 respectively.
The First Document says:
Hear ye O men of faith, ye statement by ye heretic Simon Galileo of ye Borough of Scunthorpe that ye Earth goeth around ye sun be FALSE.
It hath been thoroughlie FACTE CHECKED by ye completely sensible facte checkers of ye Order of ye Brothers of Veritie, which be renowned for its impartialitie in matters of ye Truth.
Ye Order of ye Brothers of Veritie hath been established last Michaelmas Eve for ye purpose of defending ye righteous from ye onslaught of ye unapproved factes. Its Holy Fact Checkers are completelie worthy of thy trust for they have credentials most impeccable, although these and their identities must be withheld for reasons of securitie.
They have consulted ye experts of ye Inquisition which be ye most thorough repositrie of veritie known to Man, and have thereby proven conclusivelie that ye Sun goeth around ye Earth but avoideth Englande.
For his crime most heinous Mr Galileo hath been ordered to be suspended for a term of six months until he cometh to his senses. If he feeleth this penaltie be too harsh, Mr Galileo may lodge an appeal to have it commuted to suspension by ye thumbs instead of ye genitals.
And the Second:
Behold, the Almanac of Ethelbert Nutter, part-time blasphemer of Chipping Sodbury doth contain ye FAKE NEWS.
His spurious and mischievous claim that ye Earth be probablie "at least a half a million years olde" be FALSE.
Ye Facte Checkers of ye Most Holy Inquisition have examined these claims most thoroughlie and without bias or agenda of any kind and found that they be without foundation or truth.
Ye science be settled on ye matter and for his false claims ye aforementioned Nutter be roundly condemned and equalie roundly set on fire.
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MAY FAIR 2025
To commemorate this year’s lovely May Fair, here are some pictures by the Town Crier’s ace photographer, Russell Prain.
This monthly column is very kindly provided by Justin Kelly of How To Basically.
This month: Plumbing
Plumbing can seem like a daunting task but with a few basic skills and tools you can tackle many of the jobs to keep your home in good order. It’s best to fix small problems before they become big ones! Even if you’re not planning to do any plumbing, one of the key things to know is how to turn off the water.
There are three ways:
1. Underneath many taps there’s an isolator valve which looks like this:
The flat head slot on it can be turned with a screw driver. When it’s in line with the pipe the valve is open whereas if it’s across the pipe (as in this picture) then the valve is closed. You can also restrict the amount of water running through by putting the screw in a diagonal position.
Alternatively to the slotted valve there may be a simple thumb lever to turn instead. Once the water is turned off you could then take apart the fitting that’s on the end e.g. a tap that needs fixing.
2. To turn off all the water to your home you need to find the stopcock:
If there’s no isolator valve to a fitting or you have a burst pipe/leak you’ll need to turn off the water by turning the tap clockwise all the way. In any event it’s a good idea to turn this all the way off and then on again every year to ensure it does not cease up (more likely in areas with hard water). Don’t turn it all the way on so if it become seized you’ll still have some wiggle room either direction. Check too that the gland in the centre and the Philips screw on the top are both tight. If the stopcock itself is leaking then you’ll need to turn off the water via the mains stop valve first. Then loosen the large nut with a spanner and water pump pliers, unscrew the tap and remove the entire stopcock and spindle, remove and replace the old rubber washer, wrap PTFE tape clockwise around the spindle and replace the fibre washer, just above the washer, then replace the spindle and retighten the nut.
3. If the stopcock is faulty or you can’t find it then to turn off all the water you need to find the mains stop valve in the street. This may be under a cover looking something like this:
You’ll need to lift the cover and turn off the tap/lever. This meter belongs to the water company so only touch it as a last resort in an emergency. You may need a special tool to turn the lever:
These can also be useful for reaching stop cocks hidden at the back of cupboards!
In addition to the three ways described, there may also be a valve at the hot water supply tank to turn off. When they next visit, ask your plumber where this is. Once you’ve turned off the water then you can handle simple jobs. Have a towel and bowl available to catch any excess water from loosened pipes.
Tightening a wobbly tap: apart from being annoying a wobbly tap can work loose other parts so best to tighten it. Run the tap to make sure the water is off. Then you’ll just need to get under the sink and see how the tap is tightened to the surface, it will either be with a wide nut for which you’ll need a basin wrench:
You flick the grip one way to tighten a nut and the other way to loosen it.
Alternatively a monoblock tap (i.e. one unit for both hot and cold water) will be fixed with a long securing bolt that can be adjusted with a monobloc socket set like this:
Just push the one that fits on and turn with the (tommy) bar provided.
Fixing a dripping tap: first turn off the water and put the plug in (as you don’t want any bits falling down the plug hole). You then need to play detective to see how the top of the tap is secured.
There may be a cap to take off with a flat head screwdriver (being careful not to scratch the tap) or there may be a small hexagonal nut to undo with a small Allen key. Take a photo of each stage as a reference for re-assembling. Whilst holding the tap (so as not to strain it), unscrew the tap cartridge with an adjustable spanner:
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Once you’ve removed the cartridge it’s best to take it to a plumbing shop to get an identical replacement. They come in lots of shapes and sizes so it’s easy to order the wrong one! Insert the new cartridge and tighten it and then a little bit more.
When fitting the tap handle be mindful of the spindle which dictates where the play of the tap is orientated.
Radiators: bleed radiators to ensure there’s no air in them. First check what your working pressure is at the boiler and know how to add water to the system:
When the heating system is off, go to a radiator and bleed the excess air out of it: place a cloth under the nut and unscrew with a vent key:
just enough to allow any air to escape. When water starts to come out, tighten the screw. After doing one radiator go back to your boiler and repressurise it to the correct level before bleeding the next radiator.
For a hands on in person plumbing class visit How To Basically’s workshop near Scaynes Hill (check out www.howtobasically.co.uk).
Melvin Jones award
East Grinstead & District Lions President, Sharan Billings, was delighted to award long-time member, Keith Pratt, with the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award for the dedication and humanitarian service he has given to the Lions over many years.
Keith instigated the Prostate Screening Day and ran the event for a number of years; an event which has undoubtedly saved many lives.
This year's event will be held at The Meridian Hall, East Court on Saturday18th October.
New members
Recently, East Grinstead & District Lions President, Sharan Billings, was delighted to welcome new members June and Pat to the Club.
Pat and June came along to a Volunteers Fair and after chatting to Lion volunteers, asked to come along to a number of Business and Committee Meetings. They like to be busy and have already played an integral part at numerous events.
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