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Horam & Vines Cross Village Diary September 2018

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aders, e R r a e D Welcome to the relaunch of the Horam & Vines Cross Village Diary.

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Back from our hiatus over the summer, under new management. Big thanks to Marie for all she has done over the last 4 years. Like you, we were worried that this summer may have been the end of the line for this much loved community magazine. From a purely personal point of view, as regular long term advertisers ourselves - we knew how effective the diary was and how much it was valued by the local community. A place to find out what was happening in the village, and local businesses that we could trust. We are all about keeping it local. We want to encourage our readers to use local businesses, to put their trust in local people and in turn benefit our local economy. It’s tempting we know, to look for the cheapest deal, but the opportunity to walk to the shops, have a chat with the person serving you, get that extra level of service because the business owner knows YOU personally is difficult to put a value on. As we all become ever more conscious about the role we play in our planet’s future, the opportunity to buy fruit and veg in paper bags, milk in glass bottles, meat from local farms becomes more attractive than the shrink- wrapped groceries on offer in big brand name stores. If you want to preserve our village high street, it is a case of use it or lose it. We’ve seen this already with the pub and now very sadly with News & Food (please see our article on page 25 - 26). This publication is for you to share your events, your thoughts about things that matter to the village. We are going to continue offering free ads to charitable/not for profit & community groups. We will be printing the diary in it’s traditional A5 format and deliver it door to door, as well as featuring each issue on our Facebook page www.facebook/horamandvinescrossvillagediary We would like to say a big thank you to Phil Williams for all his help in getting this issue ready. And finally, massive thanks go to our crew of dedicated volunteers who are prepared to continue delivering the diary to your home. Thanking those who have stayed with the diary and new volunteers – we are so grateful. We do hope you enjoy this issue. Kind regards,

Dawn Lucy & xx Joint Editors 2

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In this issue..... Editor’s note .. . ........... P2 What ’s on .. ............ P5 Cafes & Cate r i n g....P2 2 Community Information....... P6/7/9/23/24/29/32/39/41/44 Gardening Diary ....... P3 5 Planning up date.....P1 2 - 1 9 Business Spotlight......P2 0 - 2 1

Fitness & Beauty......P1 0 / 3 6 / 4 6 / 4 7 Wellbeing......P8 / 1 1 / 2 8 / 4 7 / 4 8 / 5 4 Retail. .. ........P3 6 / 4 9 / 5 1 Le i s u re & H o b b i e s.....P5 0 / 5 2 / 5 3 S e r vi ce s.......P2 5 / 2 6 / 2 7 / 3 0 / 3 1 /33/36/38/40/42/45/55/56 Us e fu l Co nt a c t s......P4 3

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What’s on this month Tues 4th 2pm Horam WI meet for informative presentation from Christine Clark from St Wilfred’s Hospice at Christ Church, Horebeech Lane, Horam. Tues 4th 7:30- 9pm HPC Public meeting to discuss comments on the Draft Local Plan, Horam village hall. Thurs 6th 7.30 pm Enhancing Horam Committee, Horam Centre. Sat 8th 7:30 -11pm Music By Fairy Light, Cartlodge, Horam Manor Farm, Horam. An evening of local talent. Tickets available from Cuckoo Flower co, High St, Horam. For more info email musicbyfairylight@gmail.com Weds 12th 6.45pm HPC Planning Committee, Horam Centre. Weds 12th 7.30pm Full Parish Council meeting, Horam Centre. Sat 15th 9-12.30pm Heathfield Farmers market, Co-op car park, Heathfield. Sat 22nd 10am Sponsored walk for Christian Aid at the Cuckoo Trail from Heathfield to Horam return (see p6 for details). Sun 23rd 6.30 pm United Evening Worship, Warbleton parish church TN21 9BD, opposite the Black Duck pub (See p31 for details). Sun 23rd 9-12.30pm Yoga Brunch @The Cartlodge, Horam Manor Farm. Join Annie Cheadle at the beautiful cartlodge for 1.5hrs of vinyasa yoga flow, a short, mindful walk and a delicious & wholesome brunch. See Eventbrite for tickets. Mon 24th 7.30pm HPC Planning Committee, Horam Centre. Tues 25th 2pm Christ Church Fellowship, Christ Church. With speaker Mrs Jackie Chaplin. A warm welcome awaits you followed by a sumptuous tea. (See p9 for details) Fri 28th 11am HPC Finance Committee, Horam Centre. Friday 28th 7.30pm Warbleton Brass Band Macmillan Coffee Evening (see p6 for details). Sun 30th 9-3pm - Antique and Collectors Fair, Horam village hall. Enquiries call Mary (07899) 996 568.

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PLANNING UPDATE

PLANNING UPDATE Site submitted in the SHELAA Call for Sites in Horam Parish

Horam Planning Update September 2018

Wealden District Council (WDC) have identified Horam as a village with amenities and therefore categorized it as a village ripe for expansion.

Approved sites yet to be developed:

Grammont/Land adjacent to Tennis Club, Chiddingly Rd - 58 homes Rosemead Farm, Horebeech Lane - 123 homes (build scheduled to start Oct 18) Coylet Farm (Woodland View Caravan site), Horebeech Lane - 25 homes. Bimbo’s wood yard, Horebeech Lane, 2 executive homes.

If you are interested in being kept up to date about development in Horam, please subscribe to the Residents Group by emailing damocles25@btinternet.com and register for Wealden Alerts www.wealden.gov.uk

Horam Parish Council will be holding a public meeting to discuss representations on the Draft Wealden Local Plan The village hall, Tuesday 4th September 2018 7:30 – 9pm Enquiries: clerk@horam.com Tel: 07900 576236 or 01435 812151 Link to local plan on Wealden’s website: Http://www.wealden.gov.uk/wealdenlocalplan 12

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Sites under development currently:

Vreeberg, Horebeech Lane - 3 homes Merrydown Village - 59 homes Sites being considered (no live applications) in Wealden’s Local Draft Plan currently: Coxlow Farm, Horam (off of A267) - 250 homes Please refer to the following pages for the Horam extract from the Draft Local Plan.

Site Submitted to the SHELAA Horam Parish © Crown copyright and database rights 27/05/2016 Ordnance Survey 100018692. You are permitted to use this data solely to enable you to respond to, or interact with, the organisation that provided you with the data.

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Address Land at The Old Brickyard, Chiddingly Road, Horam, TN21 0JJ Land west of Hedgerows, Eastbourne Road, Horam Land at Grammont, Chiddingly Road, Horam, TN21 0JH Land off A267 (adj. Tennis Club), Horam, TN21 0JG Land adjoining Coxlow House, Horam, TN21 0JG Bungalow Site, Manor Farm, Horam Manor Estate, Horam, TN21 0JB Horam Manor Estate, Horam, TN21 0JB Land at Sharps Corner, Little London Road, Horam, TN21 0BL Land at Furnace Lane, Horam, TN21 0BJ Land at Hollinwood, Little London Road, Horam, TN21 0JB Linda House, Little London Road, Horam, TN21 0BL Land at Spiers Farm, Horam Land at Flinstones, Manor Road, Horam, TN21 0EX Hazel House, The Avenue, Horam, TN21 0EU Land at Orchard House, The Avenue, Horam Glenside/ Homelands, Lower High Street, Horam, TN21 0EZ Woods Place, West Street Lane, Horam, TN21 ODA Land at Maynards Green (adj and to the north of Funnell's Farm), Off B2203 Heathfield, Horam Road, TN21 0DG Land adjacent to the Brewers Arms, Horam, TN21 9EN Foords Farm, Horam, TN21 9EX Land at Diamonds Field, Vine Cross Road, Horam, TN21 0GH Land adjacent to Redlands Farm, Vines Cross Road, Vines Cross, TN21 9EE Land at Rose Mead Farm, Horebeech Lane, Horam, TN21 9DZ Coylet Farm, Marine (Woodland View Touring Park), Horebeech Lane, Horam, TN21 0HR Land south side of Horbeech Lane, Horam, TN21 9DZ Land at Cauldavon, Horebeech Lane, Marle Green, TN21 9EA Land adjacent to Marle Green Cottages, Horebeech Lane, Horam

PLANNING UPDATE Wealden Local Plan (Section 21) - Horam Introduction

21.1 Horam is one of the Districts larger villages and is situated approximately 2.5km from Heathfield on the A267 which runs between Hailsham and Tunbridge Wells. 21.2 Horam lies immediately south of the High Weald AONB, positioned on the side of a valley above Waldron Ghyll, which affords views out into the surrounding countryside. The High Weald AONB countryside to the north of Horam is characterised by stream corridors lined with mature trees and belts of Ancient Woodland. To the south west, long ranging views are afforded over the Low Weald countryside which includes large areas of Ancient Woodland. The landscape to the south east is fairly enclosed characterised by a patchwork of fields and east to west running stream corridors. 21.3 Although there are houses dotted along the many rural lanes that lead into Horam, development is mostly concentrated on the eastern side of the A267 around its commercial core located on the High Street near to the junction of the B2203 Heathfield Road. The village centre provides a good range of shops, services and community facilities. There are also a number of leisure and tourism facilities located both within and on the edge of the village. The leisure and tourism facilities along with the many businesses located within Horam provide opportunities for local employment. 21.4 Until 1965 Horam had a railway station and was on the Eastbourne to Tunbridge Wells route. The former railway line now forms part of the Cuckoo Trail, which is a major route for recreation providing a 21km footpath and cycleway (National Cycle Network Route 21) between Eastbourne and Heathfield. The Cuckoo Trail passes through the centre of the village contributing to its tourism and boosting business. A number of other footpaths also connect with the Cuckoo Trail providing good accessibility to the surrounding countryside. 21.5 The nearest junior and secondary schools are in nearby Maynards Green and Heathfield, respectively. A once daily school bus runs from Horam to Heathfield and back again. 21.6 The Parish which includes the smaller settlement of Vines Cross has an overall population of 1837 in 2011 (2011 Census). The 2011 Census shows that the population structure of Horam is relatively similar to the population structure averages in the district. However, those aged 14 and under (15.8%), 15-29 (13.5%) and 30-44 (15.6%) were slightly lower than the district averages (16.5%, 14.3% and 16.8% respectively), however the proportion of those aged between 45-64 (30.3%) and those aged 65 and over (24.8%) were higher than the respective averages (29.5% and 22.9%). 21.7 In terms of the economy, the 2011 Census shows that 70.2% of the parish’s population are economically active which is similar to the Wealden’s average (70.1%). The Census also identifies that compared to the district averages, Horam parish has a higher proportion of those that are self-employed (18.5% compared to 15.7%), a lowerproportion of unemployed persons (1.9% compared to 2.5%) and the same proportion of retired persons (18.0%). 21.8 The hierarchy of employment in Horam reflects that of the district as a whole, with

PLANNING UPDATE the highest proportion of the population in Horam working in the wholesale and retail trade; repair of motors’ industry (15.9%), followed by human health and social work trade; repair of motors’ industry (15.9%), followed by human health and social work activities (13.7%) and construction (13.1%). 21.9 For the people living in the Horam area, the estimated total household weekly income in 2011/2012 (ONS-Office for National Statistics) was £817.30 (gross) which is similar to the district average of £819.40 (gross). In relation to qualifications in the parish, the 2011 census shows that Horam has a higher percentage of the population ages 16 and over without qualifications (22.2%) than the average for the district (19.9%) and a lower percentage of those with the highest level of qualifications and above (26.5%) compared to the district average (28.9%). 21.10 Between 2012-2014, the life expectancy (Primary Care Mortality Database 2016) for people living in Horam ward was 81 years, which was just below the average life expectancy for Wealden District as a whole (83 years). At the same time, it was estimated (NCMP - National Child Measurement Programme 2016) that 25.0% of children aged 4-5 years and 35.3% aged 10-11 years were overweight or obese. Both of these percentages are considerably higher than the average percentages for the district (17.8% and 26.4% respectively). In terms of long term health problems and disabilities, the 2011 census results indicate that 19.9% of the population in Horam had long term health problems or disabilities, which was above the average for the district (17.5%).

Vision 21.11 Horam is a sustainable settlement with good accessibility and a good provision of services and facilities. The area has potential to deliver sustainable development to meet housing need and improve infrastructure provision in the area. Vision By 2028 Horam will maintain its village feel whilst existing services and facilities will be retained and new or improved services and facilities will be provided.This includes a Crematorium which, along with housing growth will support and benefit local businesses. The village centre will retain its function and the village will benefit from - the provision of improved services and facilities including leisure and recreation provision. The green network will also be strengthened and enhanced including improved opportunities for cycling and walking. Horam will continue to benefit from tourism and recreational facilities including the draw associated with the continued promotion of the Cuckoo Trail.

Growth and Change 21.12 The Strategy for Horam, as set out in Chapter 6 of this Plan, seeks to support and maintain its existing role and function. The strategic growth policies recognise that Horam is situated in an area with less environmental or landscape considerations than other villages in the District whilst also having capacity to deliver housing in a location with a good provision of services and facilities as well as retail provision that provides for people’s day to day needs.To meet the spatial objectives of this Plan, growth and change

PLANNING UPDATE in Horam will be facilitated through: â€˘ The provision of a development boundary; and â€˘ Land allocated for 250 homes.

PLANNING UPDATE Map 29 - Horam Development Boundary

Development Boundary

21.13 The development boundary at Horam seeks to provide and manage growth in locations adjacent to built up areas, whilst preventing significant outward encroachment of development into the surrounding countryside, particularly to the north, west, south. 21.14 The development boundary extends on the western side of the village to incorporate the former Merrydown Wines site, which is being redeveloped for mixed housing and employment uses. To the west, land is more scattered and rural in character. This includes Horam Manor which is a Grade II listed building. To the north-west (Furnace Close) and on the west of the A267 are large houses in substantial landscape plots. Some are on higher ground and are exposed in long range views. These are all excluded from the boundary in order to prevent any outward extension of development. 21.15 To the north, the development boundary tightly envelops the more compact development along the eastern side of the A267 around Manor Close, Manor Road and The Avenue. Dwellings fronting the B2203 to Stream Bridge are also included, but land beyond this is recognised for its landscape value by its inclusion within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 21.16 The development boundary includes the curtilages of some houses between the B2203 and Vines Cross Road, although this part of the village is subject to flooding and this is a constraint that may limit intensification in this location. Beyond Horeham Bridge, the development boundary includes houses north and south of Vines Cross Road up to the Thatched Cottage. It does not include full length of curtilage in order to control backland development and the fringes of the High Weald AONB. Beyond the Thatched Cottage, the character of Vines Cross Road is more sporadic and is therefore excluded from the boundary. 21.17 On the eastern side of the village, the development boundary is drawn to include land on the north side of Horebeech Lane to take into account land which has recently been granted planning permission at Rosemead Farm. Land north of this has not been included within the development boundary due to its undulation and prominence from the AONB to the north. To the south of Horebeech Lane the development boundary includes the commitment at Coylet Farm but excludes the full depth of curtilages in places to prevent inappropriate in-depth development and an intrusion into Toll Wood which is Ancient Woodland. Land to the south of Grange Close, part of Coxlow Farm, has been included in the development boundary to include the housing allocation. 21.18 Development to the south of the May Garland Public House in a block formed by Chiddingly Road and the A267 is included within the development boundary in order to accommodate some growth in the village. Whilst the area has pockets of mature hedging and trees within the land parcel, the busy A267 to the east, High Voltage Pylons in the southern half of the land and Chiddingly Road (with commercial sites and golf club further to the west) present strong urban influences. Development in this part of the village presents an opportunity to provide some growth in an area with existing housing

PLANNING UPDATE

provision and includes land with planning permission for a crematorium. Further to the west, the boundary includes dwellings facing Chiddingly Road and their gardens. Close to the junction with the A267, the boundary also includes land with an existing commitment for residential development.

Provision of Homes 21.19 Apart from the current development of the Merrydown site, limited housing growth has taken place in Horam since the estate developments built in the 1980s off Toll Wood Road, Horam Park Close, Grange Close, Paynsbridge Way and Hillside Drive. Due to this earlier development no allocations were provided in subsequent Local Plans. Horam is a sustainable village which makes some further expansion appropriate and land has therefore been allocated to accommodate residential growth in a location that is close to the existing village. The development strategy for Horam therefore includes: â€˘ Policy RUGA 11 Land at Coxlow Farm.

SHELAA Sites within the Development Boundary 21.20 There are a number of SHELAA sites within the development boundary that are considered suitable and have been counted towards the housing requirement figures and meet the provisions of Policy AF1.

Policy RUGA 10 SHELAA Sites within Horam Development Boundary The following SHELAA sites form part of the housing requirement and are supported for growth, subject to other policies within the development plan. SHELAA Reference

Site Name

Calculated capacity

841/3030

Land at Hedgerows, Horam

911/3030

Horam Flat Farm, Chiddingly Road, Horam

Housing

21.21 The housing stock in Horam is characterised by a high proportion of detached and semi-detached properties and this provision is significantly above the national and south-east average, although the provision of detached dwellings is below the Wealden average. There is a lower proportion of terraced properties, maisonettes and flats although there is a higher than average provision of flats in commercial properties in Horam. With regards to bedrooms, Horam has similar percentages of one and five (or more) bedroom dwellings compared to Wealden averages, but slightly lower percentages of two and four bedroom dwellings and higher proportions of three bedroom dwellings.The 2011 Census also identified that 3.1% of the housing stock had one less room than was needed, which was below the average for the district (3.8%) but that 63.3% of dwellings had two more rooms than required and 20.5% had one more room than was required, both of

which were similar to the district averages. The percentages of one person households (29.0%) and all family households (66.3%) are also relatively similar to the averages for the district (27.6% and 67.2% respectively). 21.22 Similar to elsewhere in the north of the district, there is a clear need to readdress and balance the size and type of housing stock to provide a balanced mix of housing through the district and within towns. A mix of one, two and three bedroom units should be the focus of new housing provision in Horam.

Infrastructure 21.23 Where necessary financial contributions towards infrastructure will be secured through planning obligations (Section 106 / Section 178) where this is necessary to make the development acceptable in planning terms. The Councilâ€™s Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is also relevant and CIL is intended to fund improvements to accommodate the wider impacts of development. 21.24 Additional public services may be required to support growth in the Horam area, in due course. The High Weald Lewes and Havens CCG have not currently identified any improvements to primary health care facilities in Horam. 21.25 The open space, sports and recreation assessment (2016) identifies that there is a current deficit in open space, sports and recreation provision in Horam. The study identifies a need for additional facilities including youth facilities and multi-functional greenspace (Multi-functional greenspace includes parks, pitch sports provision and amenity greenspace). In considering current deficiencies all open space, sports and recreation facilities are protected under Policy HWB1.The overall scale of development and proposed housing numbers will limit the types of open space, sports and recreation facilities that can be provided on sites. Where relevant to certain types of provision, contributions will be sought to improve existing facilities where open space capacity or accessibility deficiencies cannot be met through on-site provision. 21.26 Information relating to the improvement of the green network in and around Horam is contained in the Green Infrastructure Study. This document forms the evidence which will assist the production of a District wide Green Infrastructure Strategy and Supplementary Planning Document.

Land at Coxlow Farm 21.27 The landscape assessment identifies the site as having a low landscape capacity for change, but this assessment included a much larger site which extends further to the south east towards the Cuckoo Trail. The assessment indicates that this southern section is most sensitive and identifies that some development may be accommodated taking into account sensitive landscape features and appropriate siting, design and landscape mitigation measures. The design of development in this location will need to be carefully considered taking into account landscape features. 21.28 An overall density of around 30 dwellings per hectare is proposed for the site. However this can vary across the site to take account of landscape and ecological sensitivity.

PLANNING UPDATE 21.29 It is considered that a suitable access can be provided from the A267 subject to highways improvementâ€™s to meet the requirements for development on the scale proposed. A detailed Traffic Assessment will be required to be undertaken to inform such improvements. The position of the access would have to be carefully considered with the junction of the A267 and Chiddingly Road which is located to the west of the boundary of the site.

Policy RUGA 10 Allocation - Land at Coxlow Farm Land at Coxlow Farm, Horam, defined on the Horam proposal map as site HO1 is allocated for development of up to 250 houses. This is subject to design principles and the required provision of associated infrastructure. Proposals will only be permitted if they meet the following site specific requirements and other relevant properties detailed on the Development Plan: a) Provide a single point of access from the A267 in agreement with the Highways Authority. Development will also be required to provide local highway or transport improvements as agreed with the Highways Authority. This will include the provision of new and improved suitable footways as appropriate for the scale and type of development, suitable traffic calming measures, appropriate signage and other measures as required to create a safe pedestrian and cycle environment. Where determined necessary, contributions will be collected through section 106 Planning Agreement/ 278 Agreement to help fund any required improvements commensurate with the impacts of the development; b) On and off-site woodland, including Ancient woodland must be protected, retained, enhanced and managed, including the provision of a suitable buffer that contributes positively and enhances the green infrastructure network. Buffers should include the retention of strips of existing vegetation and where appropriate targeted woodland scrub planting. Hedgerows and mature trees on and adjacent to the site must also be protected, retained, enhanced and managed. The enhancement of habitats of value must be informed by appropriate habitat surveys including specific species surveys; c) The development must include a range of densities across the site but achieve on average around 30 dwellings per hectare (net); d) The provision of sustainable drainage systems will be required to meet the needs of the development. Account must be had with regards to the site levels and the impact that these may have in relation to run off and the surrounding land; e) Site levels and the siting and design of development must be carefully considered as part of any development proposal to reduce impacts on existing residential properties, the street scape and surrounding landscape. Appropriate planting should be considered throughout the site; f) Strong woodland landscape mitigation buffer between 10 -15m must be provided around the north, east and southern perimeters of the site to ensure that development is visually contained from the wider landscape, to reinforce

PLANNING UPDATE character, reintroduce landscape structure and to protect the amenity of nearby properties. This should include the protection, retention and enhancement of the existing hedgerows and mature trees, which provide a landscape character function to surrounding rural street-scapes; The enhancement of these features must be informed by appropriate habitat surveys including specific species surveys; g) Where possible, the creation of new wildlife corridors and stepping stones should be considered and implemented as part of the overall development to assist in achieving a net gain in biodiversity and to strengthen the green infrastructure network; h) Specific regard must be given to Flood Risk Policy NE4 and Water Quality Policy NE5.

Horam Fun Day 2018 Report

What fantastic weather, so hot on Fun Day! As we are British we always moan about our weather - it was a little too hot this year. Good for the ice-creams and the bar, too hot to eat BBQ etc. Even the birds of prey were too hot to fly, they kept cooling themselves in water; the entries for the dog show were down - too hot for some dogs to come, those that did, didnâ€™t stay for long. Diamond Dance and Lindy Hop Home Front did well dancing in the arena, a good selection of stalls, fun events and classic cars / motorbikes to browse over and remember past times. The Wealden Brass Band stayed cool playing during the afternoon. The snail racing did not seem to be affected by the heat, while the Hobby Horses seem to suffer a little. The income after expenses was down a little on last year, but ÂŁ2934 is being distributed to some of the organisations around the village. The committee wish to thank all who donated, gave their time, and all who came along to support the Fun Day 2018 - without all your help the event would not be able to take place. Horam Fun Day 2019 planning has already started, the date will be Sunday 14th July 2019 (always the second Sunday of July). We are always looking for new members to join our organising team/ committee, if you wish to be part of the Horam Fun Day please contact Dave Sutton on 01435 812462 / 07889 652586 email davesuesutton@uwclub.net 21

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We love using a ruler, focus on colour mixing and portrait to encourage confidence, so a little maths and realism is encouraged together with glitter. We are also a member of igo and have disabled access. check us out on www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitestudio. For Adults We have regular watercolour & acrylic classes and complete beginners taster sessions if you just want to try it out. Why not join our weekly mixed media sessions and discover different art and craft techniques from card making, rubber stamping, paper dyeing, handmade books and art journalling. Experience working with mediums such as Brushoâ€™s, Gelatos, alcohol inks, ink sprays, beeswax, Prisma Pencils, pen & wash, distressing inks, embellishments and ephemera. Many products we use are available in our ART SHOP too. Arty Parties for anyone Come and have some fun, splash some paint around, design with collage papers and other materials and most important ...... glitter, anything goes from mermaids, animals to the more serious masterpieces on canvas and fabulous watercolours for children and adults. NEW for Sept 2018 An introduction to pottery Paint a design, print it and make a personalised cushion Paint an acrylic canvass for your home Design a lino print Christmas card

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Come and see us up on Horam Manor Farm for some well deserved fun Amanda (neat & tidy) & Karen (messy & loves glitter)

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COMMUNITY We are a group of Christians representing a wide age range who meet together to worship God, to remember Jesus and to serve the community of Horam. Regular activities which are open to all include: Sunday Service Sundays 10:30am, including Children’s groups and communion.

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WINDOW CLEANING

Youth and Children

Residential and commercial window cleaners offering competitive rates for all types of window cleaning

includes discussions on topical issues, team building, games, trips & more! (Term time only) Treasure Seekers kids club Fridays at 6pm, School years reception - 4, includes Bible stories, games, songs, quizzes & crafts (Term time only) B.I.F kids club Fridays at 7:15pm, School years 5-7, includes Bible stories, games & quizzes (Term time only) Life groups/Bible study groups (more details available on request) Tuesday group 7:30pm Wednesday group 7:30pm Friday group 9am For more information please contact Chris on 01435 810372 or email chris@horamchapel.org.uk www.horamchapel.org.uk

◊ Monthly & bi-monthly cleaning. ◊ One-off window cleans. ◊ Solar panel cleaning. ◊ Residential window cleaning. ◊ Commercial window cleaning. ◊ Facia, soffits & conservatory roof cleaning. ◊ Pure water window cleaning up to 60ft. For a free no obligation quotation call or email us today! Telephone Jason 01435 408048 ~ 07739 03994 Email: ascleaning@live.co.uk www.aswindowcleaning.co.uk

Toddler group Mondays at 2pm, 0-5’s and their parents/carers (Term time only) Connect youth club Thursday 7:30pm, Schoolyears 8+, with a Christian ethos it

Horam Remembrance Day Sunday 11th November 2018 A plaque to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War 1 is to be dedicated on the monument in the Horam Memorial Garden, by the High Street carpark steps at 10:25am. The normal Scout and Guide parade will follow, moving off from the carpark at 10:40am. Arriving at Christ Church in time for the laying of the wreaths and the two minutes silence, then moving into the church for the service. ************* To commemorate the centenary of the end of World War 1. Arrangements are being planned to start the evening on the recreation ground at 6:15pm. Horam will be taking part in the national lighting of beacons around the country, this is to take place at 7:00pm preceded by a small ceremony as directed by the Queen’s Pageant Master. The evening will then end with a firework display. ************* More details will be in the next edition of the Village Diary and posters around the village nearer the date. ********* Dave Sutton 01435 812462 24

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Maid 2 Mop

Cleaning services We are a local, family run business with a very friendly well skilled team offering a professional and reliable service in Domestic Cleaning. Our services include: Weekly, Fortnightly and monthly cleans. We also offer one-offs, Pre/End of tenancy cleans and an Ironing service. Our company is fully insured and has very good references available. Please call us to discuss your requirements. 01435 813653/07821 787439 Email: maid2mop@hotmail.co.uk www.maid2mopcleaning.com

Beestons Book-Keeping Services

A book-keeping service for the small business and the self-employed. VAT Returns TAX Returns

www.horambutchers.co.uk (just over the bridge by the Cuckoo Trail) Tel. 01435 813130 SPECIAL OFFERS BBQ PACK A

6 HOMEMADE 1/4LB BEEFBURGERS 6 HOMEMADE PORK SAUSAGES 3 BONELESS CHICKEN BREASTS ALL FOR ONLY £10.99

BBQ PACK B

6 HOMEMADE 1/4LB BEEFBURGERS 6 HOMEMADE PORK SAUSAGES 6 BONELESS PORK CHOPS (minimum weight 340g) ALL FOR ONLY £10.99

We accept all major credit and debit cards.

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Tel: 01435 813246 / Fax: 01435 810162 Email: beestons@gotadsl.co.uk

ANDREW OWEN CONSTRUCTION BUILDING

GARDEN CONSTRUCTION Random stone paving. Walling & more.

HORAM BUTCHERS HIGH STREET HORAM TN21 0EY

WATER FEATURES Lakes ~ Ponds Waterfalls

Foundations ~ Brickwork ~ Extensions

Work to view ~ 30 years experience ~ Recommendations Contact Steve Whymark: 01435 813569 / 07785 900244

Available To Rent In Horam Commercial building (approx 62sq m) with some covered and some open yard space. Long term established use as workshop for sales and repairs of lawnmowers and chainsaws etc. £600.00 pcm Phone (01435) 813451

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COMMUNITY Benenden Hospital appeal for volunteers

£10 off first treatment when you present this advert

Quiet & relaxed surroundings offering some of these therapies…..and more : Massage

 Biofeedback Therapy

Kinesiology

Crystal Therapy

Osteopathy

Coldwave Laser Therapy

Weight loss counselling Reiki Space clearing

Homeopathy

Benenden Hospital is appealing for volunteers to help meet and greet patients and visitors to the £54million re-developed site. The hospital currently has a small group of volunteers who provide guiding services, reception and patient queries, as well as a range of other administrative duties within this very busy hospital environment. But they want to recruit more people who are willing to give their time to help with a range of roles including administration, catering, portering, grounds maintenance and gardening on the estate. Benenden Hospital Support Services Manager Emma Clements said: “We are enormously grateful and indebted to our volunteers for the invaluable support they provide our patients and visitors. “For many people, volunteering offers them the chance to give something back to the community, meet new people, boost their confidence and gain work experience. “So if you’re a friendly person who is willing to give the gift of time, however much that may be, we would love to hear from you.” Benenden Hospital is a state-of-the-art independent hospital and not-for-profit organisation with charitable status. All volunteer opportunities are subject to a satisfactory Standard or Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, evidence of an applicant’s Right to Work in the UK and acceptable reference checks.” If you would like to become a volunteer at Benenden Hospital, email volunteering@benenden.org. uk or call Emma Clements on 01580 857406.

Food Intolerance Testing Cambridge Diet Nutritional Therapy & Counselling At the Crystal Rooms we can help you achieve your weightloss goals. The Cambridge Weight Plan provides flexible weight management programmes for men and for women using both conventional food and a range of nutritionally balanced soups, shakes, bars and other products Come and find out more if you really want to shift those unwanted pounds and find the healthy YOU again Appointments by arrangement Daynna 07770 820673 Email: Daynna@the-crystal-rooms.co.uk

CHURCHES TOGETHER IN HEATHFIELD & DISTRICT UNITED EVENING WORSHIP SUNDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER 6.30 PM. WARBLETON PARISH CHURCH TN21 9BD Opposite The Black Duck Pub Followed by refreshments All welcome

www.the-crystal-rooms.co.uk

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PLUMBING & HEATING Adrian Hodnett All aspect of plumbing undertaken. No call out charge. Free quotations. No vat charged. Tel: 01435 830866 Mobile: 077515 39423

JOHN WILLIAMS

Electrician For all your electrical work. Extra power or lighting points. Registered with NICEIC for Part P work. Horam - Heathfield areas. No call out charge, low rates, friendly service.

TEL: 01435 810049

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Services for September: Sun 2nd

10.30am

Sun 9th

10.30am

Tues 11th

9.30am

Sun 16th

10.00am

Family Communion

(& children’s groups 0-10s)

Family Worship

(& children’s groups 0-10s)

Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer)

Together@10 Church for Everyone followed by an adult-baptism service (please see information elsewhere in the Diary)

Sun 23rd

10.30am

Family Worship

(& children’s groups 0-10s)

Sun 30th

10.30am

Family Worship

(& children’s groups 0-10s)

Cooper & Son Funeral Directors

Other Activities:

Christianity Explored Course - please contact the Vicar if you are interested in

Because every life is unique

knowing more about attending a course starting in September

Bible Study - Growth Groups (term-time -Thursdays 10.00-11.30) Jumping Beans - Parent & Toddler Group Fellowship Group (Tuesday 25th September at 2.00pm) Rooted - youth group (term-time - Fridays 7.00pm-9.00pm)

The Gables Funeral Home, Lewes Road, Cross in Hand Heathfield TN21 0SR | 01435 862 833

Supporting Horam Christian Care Group

Vicar: Hall Bookings:

Also at Lewes, Seaford & Uckfield

Revd PJ Guy 01435 813372 pjguy316@btinternet.com Gerda Guy 01435 813372 www.christchurchhoram.org

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Business Spotlight This month we have our spotlight on Kirsten Fernforth, News & Food

Kirsten and her wonderful team – Jill Lloyd, Mick Lazenby & Craighan Barnett know their customers well, and always take the time for a joke and a chat – which is what a local village shop should be all about. How many other shops let you take your dog in with you AND give them a treat?!

She was born in Cuckfield, West Sussex but moved East to Waldron as a toddler. She went to Cross In Hand primary school and then onto Heathfield Community College. In 1994, aged 20 her family moved to Paynesbridge Way, Horam.

Kirsten fell into retail, just because a few old ladies said someone needs to take on the Post Office, and the rest is history. So please join us in saying a very big thank you for all she has done for BANQUETING the village, the sky divePACKAGE for the local school’s pool, collecting carrier bag money and donating it to a different charity each month, going out of her way to get stock in that customers request, her other fundraising activities for such amazing causes like St Wilfred’s Hospice. Whether it’s abseiling down a sky scraper, walking on hot coals or pulling a truck – this lady is always up for a challenge. We wish her the very best of luck in her next adventure!

Probably unbeknownst to most of us, Kirsten is a cunning linguist. She did a degree at Brighton University in Applied Language, which included the study of Russian, French and English. This has stood her good stead to be able to understand her sometimes challenging customer requests! After university she started working in pensions admin, unable to bear the excitement of her daily foray into the support of our OAPS, she swapped the high life for working in benefits consultancy in that big old London town. Looking out for the interest of investment bankers, also didn’t light her fire.

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Back in 2002, Kirsten launched herself full pelt into a career in local retail, by taking on the local newsagents. With no experience she went from new mum to local entrepreneur in one swift step. Sadly, this autumn will be her last at the helm of News & Food, which is why we want to celebrate her contribution to our village

She married her husband Paul when she was 23 and had her daughter Alice at 27. Whilst pregnant with Alice and having foregone the excitement of the daily commute to London, her mother in law took on the local post office when it came up for sale in October 2001. Working there part-time as a new mum, she began her retail career. In late 2002, the newsagents came up for sale. Kirsten convinced Paul that this was a great opportunity for their young family. Over the years, News & Food has been the go to shop for papers, groceries, cards and latterly the Post Office. When Lynn had enough of running the Post Office, and the village was up in arms about losing it – Kirsten stepped into the breach and applied and trained for a Post Office Local counter in the shop. Running one of these doesn’t make you any money, but Kirsten did it to serve the community. This was upgraded to a Local Plus when Kirsten and her team smashed all their targets, and wanted to be able to provide the village with more services. She has been the deliverer of shopping to those who can’t get up to the shop, supporter of local events and generally font of all information in Horam for many years. Kirsten remembers one year one of the village’s many characters Barbara Lusted knocking on their window on Christmas Day for her paper, even though Kirsten had explained that there are no newspapers on 25th December. She remembers coming to work in the early hours to see cars all parked on the pavement. It transpired the milkman has lost control of his powerful vehicle and crashed into several cars with such force that he nudged them onto the pavement. Jill has helped customers avoid scams. Over the years the shop has been there for some great village characters like

Barbara, Bert Brocklehurst and Marge Croft to name a few.

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Village halls make the perfect venue for your special occasion - decorate the hall in your own theme, extend it with a marquee onto the recreation ground or just add an ice cream van - make it your day! We would love you to celebrate your special occasion at Horam Village Hall, so in addition to our usual facilities we offer a Banqueting Package for £500. This includes: • All-day hire of hall and previous evening for set-up • 13 Banqueting tables and chairs for 104 persons • White tablecloths • White side/tea plates, bowls, dinner plates, mugs • Cutlery Fitness groups, hobby groups, anniversary & birthday parties, meetings, children’s parties, weddings, fundraisers, christenings FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.horamvillagehall.co.uk or call 01435 813295

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HORAM PARISH COUNCIL – SEPTEMBER 2018

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For a brochure please ring Jane on 01435 813418 / 07817 429594 or email: janeappleby56@gmail.com If you would like be a representative and have a business that works around you, then please contact me.

Foords Lane, Vines Cross, Horam, East Sussex TN21 9HB Telephone No. 01435 813353 Email – info@rivermeadnursery.co.uk Website - www.rivermeadnursery.co.uk We have a wide selection of plants:Bedding Plants, Herbs, Vegetable Plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Fruit Bushes, Fruit Trees, Ornamental Trees, Grasses, Cacti, Agaves. Also available – Home grown produce (seasonal vegetables, herbs, fruit, cut flowers and eggs). Opening Times: 8am-6pm 6 days a week, Sundays 9-5pm. Winter 8am-dusk.

In the comfort of your own home. Deluxe pedicure or manicure. Shape, file, cuticles, calluses and hard skin, including varnish £20 Additions: Gel nails extra £10 Hot wax £5 (good for circulation)

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Funding for this project has been provided by Section 106 monies from the Beech Homes/ Merrydown development.

A plaque has been placed on the stone by the Parish Council to commemorate the centenary of the end of World War One. POSTCARDS Postcards of Horam are on sale in the Parish Office. There are four different types which can be purchased for 50 pence each from the Clerk at the Parish Office. PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS - 2nd Wednesday every month, Full Council meeting, 7.30pm in The Horam Centre, High Street, Horam. All committee meeting dates, including Planning, Finance and Enhancing Horam are listed on the Parish Notice Board, the web-site and at The Horam Centre.

07876 100909 01435 866422

100 club winners for July were 1st* Mrs Burgess 2nd * Mr P Carpenter 3rd* Mr C Anton 36

Work is due to commence over the next month or so and hoped to be completed early in the New Year. Watch the Horam Centre window for further updates.

HORAM MEMORIAL STONE - PLAQUES Plaques for the memorial stone are still available for purchase at a cost of £110.50 and can be ordered from the Parish Council. These plaques are available for anyone with a Horam connection, even if their relative or friend was not a resident.. Please contact the Clerk, Sally Blades clerk@horam.com, m:07900576236 or 01435 812151 on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings for further information.

RIVER MEAD NURSERY

Lisa Golding Qualified Pedicure Therapist

PLAY AREA, HORAM RECREATION GROUND The Parish Council has taken over the management of the play area at the recreation ground in Horam. The existing play area will be totally refurbished, outdoor gym equipment will be installed along with a new skate park.

HORAM WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE The Horam website can be found at - www.horam.com – please take a look at it - you will find information regarding local events and news as well as Parish Council matters. Businesses and Event organisers can add their details to the website directly by following the link on the appropriate page or via the Clerk. Horam also has a Community Facebook page – you can view the page at www.facebook.com/horamvillage Horam Parish Council Clerk contact details: Telephone 01435 812151 (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings – 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.) Mobile: 07900 576236 or e-mail at clerk@ horam.com or call into The Horam Centre (Tuesday, Thursday or Friday mornings).

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Lucas Guitarist, vocalist & live performer, own PA system and equipment. 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s music. Country, rock, pop and ballards. Weddings, parties, pubs, clubs & outside events. 07770 274551 01323 505966

For all types of Fencing and Landscaping. Free estimates 01435 813176 – 07763 591792 www.mwfencing.co.uk

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Maurice Pope Private Hire Airports

Carpet and Vinyl Supplied & Fitted

New website coming soon.

Reliable Friendly Service Advance Booking Only

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Telephone: 01435 812738

Long Distance Mobile: 07952 965664

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PERSONAL HOMECARE SERVICE

For advice and free estimates CALL Paul on 01435813023 * 07803051048

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Care assistance at home providing support • Social engagements Personal Assistant • Pet services Continuing care • Secretarial and administrative Specialist support needs • Shopping assistance Medication assistance • Gardening Meals and cooking in home For enquiries and assessment Email: pcs1560@yahoo.co.uk Phone: 01323 831611 / Mobile: 07989 040189 https://personalhomecareservice.wordpress.com

Proprietor: Mrs Janice Redfern

Accredited by: DBS Checks, Insurances, Qualifications, References

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ORCHARD FRAMING

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Bespoke framing - textiles & 3d items. Canvas stretching. Ready-made frames & mounts. All work carried out on the premises.

Email: info@pictureframes.plus.com Closed Monday. Tuesday to Friday 9am - 5pm and Saturday 9am - 4pm Vines Cross Road, Horam 01435 812075

Supreme Cleaning Services

Carpets, rugs and upholstery ( fabric or leather ) cleaned stain removal, deodorising and stain protection **We also offer a Home Cleaning Service** * *

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Advisory visits are free and there is no obligation, so call us on 01435 810057 www.swishsupreme@btinternet.com 07721 739486 The cost of maintenance is substantially less than replacement. SWISH is here to provide Service, Quality and Value for money, at Home or at Work.

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Allotment society, Carol Curd, 01435 812756. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts Explorer, Paul Sutton, 01435 8130323/07803 051048. Bowling Club, Alan Archer, 01435 865536. Cross In Hand Bridge Club, Jan Moore, 01435 863001. Broad Oak Football Club, Alison Bending, 01435 873226. Brownies, Mary Jones, 07814 373402. Christ Church Fellowship, Pamela Blakey, 01435 810348. Dementia Supper Clubs, Lyn Leeves, 07740 338120. Diamond Dance, Lizzie Owen, 01435 812543/07985 306178. Eastbourne & District Canine Society, Mrs Chris Cleland, 01323 506151. Heathfield Choral Society, Peter Jameson, 01435 863414, membership@heathfieldchoral.org.uk Heathfield & District Horticultural Society, Nick Jeggo, 01435 830725. Heathfield Folk & Dance Club, Joy Charlesworth, 01435 873551, sec@heathfieldfolk.org.uk Heathfield Food & Wine Circle, Lorraine Cooley, 01435 812704. Heathfield Road Runners, Fleur Blanford, 01435 812926, info@heathfieldroadrunners.com Heathfield Bridge Club, Richard Gatwood, 01323 764384. Heathfield Sequence Dance Club, Dot French, 01435 864827. Heathfield Silver Band, Mallory Hansford, 01435 862398, mallory@heathfieldsilverband.org Horam Christian Care Group, Marion Bishop, 01435 865485. Horam Centre, Sally Blades, 01435 812151, (Tues, Thurs & Fri mornings). Horam Flower Show, Jane Skirrow, 01435 813269. Horam Fun Day, Dave Sutton, 01435 812462/07889 652586. Horam Guides, Jo Sutton, 01435 813023. Horam & Heathfield Flower Show, Doreen Nuttal, 01435 866026. Horam Pre-school, Angela Woods, 01435 813295. Horam Tennis Club, Mary Evans, 01435 867776. Horam Residents Group, Lucy Atabey, 01435 812153. Horam Toddlers, Gill Delves, 01435 408405. Oxney Vines Cross Tug @ War, Mike Hutch, 07850 382619. Pottery Club, Sue Ramsay-Smith, 01435 810390. Rainbows, Brenda Macklin, 01435 812018. Royal British Legion, W Shreeves, 01323 639245. RSPCA, Dorothy Cull, 01435 812093. Tuesday Whist Drive, Mr D Winter, 01435 813233. VCCA, Len Parkin, 01435 813513. Vines Cross Bonfire Society, Mark Woods, 07976 426286. Wealden Youth Choir, Tea Killick, 07808 222535. Welcome Art Group, Lee Smith, 01435 862110. WI, Kim Dunn, 01435 813942. Manor Oak Surgery, 01435 812323. Out of hours Doctor, 0845 145 0121. Non emergency medical, 111. Non emergency police, 101.

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1st Horam Scout Group News August 2018 Sweden 2018 Horam Scout Troop is linked with Scouts from the Netherlands and Sweden and every 3 years have the opportunity to camp in one of the countries. This summer Horam Scouts joined other English, Dutch and Swedish Scouts for a camp in Sweden about 2 hours north of Gothenburg. Scouts were put in internationally mixed patrols and had the opportunity to take part in sailing, crafts, games, swimming, rock pooling, campfire, a space walk with darleks and aliens and much more. They went on an expedition from camp some walking there, some canoeing there with all of them going in the Canadian canoes either on the way to, from or whilst there. On arrival at their base for the night they made their own shelters to sleep under out of tarpaulins. Unfortunately, due to a thunderstorm with strong winds camp had to be dismantled and moved to a more sheltered venue. After a week at camp we moved to Gothenburg, where some Scouts had the chance to enjoy home hospitality with Swedish families. Scouts enjoyed staying with the host families meeting up with us daily for activities with stories of boats, private beaches, ice cream, pizza and salmon. Those not at home hospitality stayed in one of the Swedish Scout Houses. During after camp we all met up at Liseberg, a Swedish Theme park where the Scouts went on many of the thrill seeking rides. Sweden provided an amazing opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new. The Dutch have already invited us all to the next tri-camp in 3 years. Paul Sutton - 1st Horam Scout Leader Group Scout leader Paul Sutton 01435 813023 A date to remember - jumble sale on Saturday 6th October. Held in Horam Village Hall weekdays during local school term times. Horam Community Pre-School is a great place to begin! • • • • Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted Ofsted reg no. 109443

Morning, afternoon, lunch club sessions available. Fully qualified and experienced staff team. All children between 2 and 4 years old welcome. 30 hour EYEE funding accepted (where applicable).

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September Gardening Diary

September blow soft ‘till the fruit ’s in the loft ‘ The daylight depredations of small two-legged mammals in the garden are a known evil to be suffered in tight-lipped silence, but we are now entering the season of the nocturnal visits of other mammals, four-legged. Bloody Bill Brock, why must he deracinate the whole nine yards of roots at once, why cannot he be content with snacking? Why must Reynard the fox inflict a uniform holocaust upon the poultry? We suppose it is the same idea as with Hillary and Everest; Because they are there. Time and care and maybe even quiet enjoyment may be taken in thwarting this wanton pillaging of our goods and chattels, sadly the days of the centenarian spinster sallying forth with the twelve bore are no more. A single strand of electric sheep fencing or a thirty inch picket fence will deter Bill Brock, and Reynard will turn his bloody muzzle away from a well constructed and dug-in wire enclosure. Satisfied that the vegetable and live stock are safe we may proceed to the great jobs of the month, namely the harvesting of fruit and the digging-in of dung. Apples and pears remaining on the branch may be picked just as soon as they will readily part from the tree, those allowed to fall will inevitably be bruised and bruises are fatal to the prospects of stored fruits, though not to the making of cider. Raspberries and blackberries may be pruned, cutting out all stems which have borne fruit this year. Main crop potatoes should be lifted as soon as the haulm dies down, there is nothing to be gained by leaving them in the ground and in the event of a wet spell there is every prospect of them making secondary growth. The digging-over and manuring of the ground starts this month, whilst there is warmth left in the soil for the dung to fester down before inert winter sets in. We may begin by Battle of Britain Day and be finished by Trafalgar Day at the latest. The full benefits of dung may only be gained when done hand in hand with deep digging, the best results gained by trenching or bastard digging, which may seem a penance but only after a hard spell of bastard digging may we lean back against the shed to fully savour that long pipe whilst gloating over our superior diligence and work ethic. Some words on dung and his cousins. Plants build themselves from the gases of the air and the minerals in the soil, thus one of the foremost jobs of the gardener is to maintain a productive soil. Traditionally animal manures have been the staple fare, the best is that which has been dry stored, the value of dung is greatly reduced when left for years in the elements. Where possible we should avoid using dung which contains wood chippings or saw dust as these can be detrimental to the soil. Pig and sheep droppings are higher in nitrogen than horse and cow. For heavy soils, being what most of us East-South Saxons are blessed with, we should use strawy manures. For those that can’t get their hands on dung, the compost heap is a good substitute. The heap should be built up with alternating layers of green soft stuffs and slightly woody fibrous cuttings. If one has garden lime to hand, a sprinkling every six inches is helpful. Chicken droppings will act as a great accelerator. Faster and better results are gained from a covered heap; a sheet of old corrugated iron or even sacks to keep out excessive rain

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September Gardening Diary and to keep in some heat. The compost is ready to use when it smells earthy. For very heavy soils we may contemplate the digging-in of shoddy, a good time to discreetly dig in those Christmas jumpers. Wool shoddy is better than cotton shoddy. For those of us that enjoy nothing more than dragging home pleasing items of flotsam from the beach, we may fill our boots with seaweed, which makes an excellent addition to the soil. Green manures are an good substitute for dung, there are many varieties out there and the good gardener should always a packet of seeds by them; whenever a patch becomes vacant it may be sown and the resulting growth dug in. We shouldn’t forget to lime the veg. patch annually, though not for the root beds. Lime has the joyful ability to cause flocculation among the fine particles in clay and so make our soil more workable as well as balancing the acidity caused by heavy cropping from the soil; Lime never to be applied with manures or compost, a three months’ gap to be observed. Those keen on onions will be sowing now, the reader having remembered to first prepare the ground with those dry-stored ashes saved from the wood burner. Lettuce and parsley for winter use may be sown on recently vacated ground, dug over but not manured. Evergreen shrubs, including hollies and conifers may be planted now. Rhododendrons may be transplanted but care must be taken to keep the roots from drying out. Early bulbs may be planted, including crocuses, snowdrops, fritillaria and narcissi and also biennials such as wallflowers, foxgloves, canterbury bells and verbascum. Sweet peas may be treated as ordinary autumn-sown hardy annuals, the seeds sown outdoors now where they are to grow next year, choosing a sheltered and well drained spot. We may also be increasing our stock in the borders by division of existing plants. Many fleshy-rooted perennials will take root after division now and may safely face the winter. If left for another six weeks they will be ready for slumber and will then lie inert in cold wet soil, possibly rotting off before the spring awakening. Michaelmas daisies now in flower may become heavy when wet, it is as well to stake these, as tall stems flopped across the lawn are a chastening sight. The growth of vigorous climbers such as clematis and wisteria may be cut back now. Climbing roses will lately have been sending up new shoots, these will bear the best flowers next year and should be tied in now as they are brittle and easily damaged by winter gales. To clothe an arch or middling sized garden structure, an alternative to the climbing rose is to allow a bush rose to keep on growing, less work and easier to manage. More than ever, the hoe will have its work in the borders, September is the great month for weeds and hidden away under the foliage they will do great mischief if overlooked at this late stage, care should be taken not to let them get the upper hand. The days may be shortening but there is no slackening off in the work to be done.

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