Horam & Vines Cross Village Diary

Horam & Vines Cross Village Diary December 2019

Local Gift Guide Inside Art Classes for Adults & Children

Drawing & Painting Watercolour Acrylic & Mixed Media Alcohol & Distressing Inks Paper Dyeing & Card Making Book Journalling Rubber Stamping Linoprinting & Calligraphy Personalised Art Gifts

New Workshops &

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In this issue.....

Editor’s note ..................... P4 What ’s on .P 12-14, 21, 26, 30 & 36 Cafes & Cater ing.. P70- 72 Community Information throughout Local special offers P30 Local Gift Guide .....P60-72

Well-being...P27,30, 32-33,39,51,57 R etail....P2 Leisure & Hobbies throughout S er vices throughout Useful Contacts.......... .....P48 G ardening Diar y......P58 - 59 Children’s Groups.... P18-19

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Dear Readers, Welcome to December! Can you believe it – Christmas AND a general election?! Whatever your thoughts on the impending election, we hope that you will vote for local business this December and buy as many Christmas gifts as you can locally. See our December Local Christmas Gift Guide on P60 for more details on unique, locally made gifts.

Don’t miss the Horam Christmas Fun Evening on Thursday 5th December – loads of Christmas goodies, treasure hunt, Father Christmas’s Grotto, hot food, Christmas shopping from local businesses. Don’t forget to put your Christmas order in with our local butcher Davies & Son. Keep it local with their turkeys from Sheffields in Vines Cross, less than 1 mile away!

We mentioned last month about a car traffic accident between a horse and car on the bridge on Horebeech Lane. The Diary are pleased to inform readers that because this incident was an injury incident and the driver refused to leave his details, the police have visited the driver and now shared his details with the owner of the horse.

As you will be aware, development of Horam continues apace and the Parish Council have decided to give the village the opportunity to create a Neighbourhood Plan (our next issue for more details), this doesn’t mean we are able to reduce the number of houses being built, but that we can influence where they are built and what they look like. Keep an eye on issues in January & February next year to find out how you can have your say. Check out this month’s Planning Update, couple of new applications are flagged.

If you are looking to avoid the cooking & washing up that goes hand in hand with hosting Christmas lunch at yours, don’t forget, it’s not too late to book lunch out – see inside for great eateries locally.

If you haven’t yet been to church at Christmas, why not try one of our local church services? Between Christ Church and Horam Chapel there are lots of festive events to get you in the mood - carols, Christingle, Christmas eve or Christmas morning services, see ads on P6-7 & P13-14 for more information.

And finally, we would like to thank our readers, advertisers and faithful delivery crew for your continued support in 2019. Getting the Diary out every month can be a slog; but it’s made so much worthwhile when we get such great feedback from the community!

Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and prosperous New Year.

Kind regards,

cy xx Dawn & Lu Joint Editors

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How to keep your dog safe at Christmas To ensure your dog remains safe this Christmas, Blue Cross has teamed up with the Veterinary Poisons Information Service to ensure you’re in the know about what dangers to keep your dogs away from during the festive season.

Chocolate The chemical theobromine, which is a bit like caffeine, is found in chocolate and is toxic to dogs. Avoid putting any chocolate on or under the Christmas tree, as the temptation might be too great for our four legged friends.

Christmas pudding and mince pies. Grapes and their dried products (currants, sultanas and raisins) are toxic to dogs. Ingestion of even a small quantity can cause severe kidney failure.

Onions, garlic, leeks, shallots and chives can cause toxicity, whether uncooked or cooked. Initially there can be vomiting and diarrhoea but the main effect is damage to red blood cells, resulting in anaemia. This may not be apparent for several days after ingestion.

Alcohol can have a similar effect in dogs as it does in their owners when drunk in excess.

They can become wobbly and drowsy and in severe cases, there is a risk of low body temperature, low blood sugar and coma. Dogs may help themselves to any unattended alcohol left lying around over Christmas, so ensure it's always out of their reach.

Macadamia nuts can cause lethargy, increased body temperature, tremor, lameness and stiffness in dogs.

A sugar-free sweetener called xylitol is often found in the sweets we consume over Christmas, as well as chewing gums, mouthwashes, toothpastes and supplements. It is poisonous to dogs and, although the amounts in different products vary, even one to two pieces of chewing gum can cause toxic effects in a small dog.

Plants such as Poinsettia, Ivy, Mistletoe, Holly berries and Christmas trees all pose risks.

Decorations made of plastic, paper or foil are of low toxicity although may obstruct the stomach. Glass decorations could pose a risk if chewed or swallowed.

Nicotine is toxic to dogs, and cigarette butts are especially dangerous - so it's important not to leave any ashtrays in reach of dogs or dropped on the floor where they may eat them. Nicotine replacement patches and e-cigarette refills can also pose a risk. Symptoms of poisoning include vomiting, excess saliva and hypertension.

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PLANNING UPDATE

Rosemead As mentioned previously, the roundabout has raised a few issues for residents living opposite it. They have had problems coming out of their drives safely, with some motorists choosing to carry on straight over, rather than around the roundabout. The developer has advised that once the work to the bridge is completed (pavement and room for 1 car, priority to cars from north), the road furniture is installed and the street lamps are operational, that the layout will be safe. However, there are concerns about traffic backing up at peak times either side of the bridge, plus the inconvenience this will bring to the two properties opposite and the pollution kicked out by the waiting traffic.

Need for a footbridge?

The Diary and HPC would like to see a metal footbridge (as in Horam High Street) to allow pedestrians to safely cross the Cuckoo Trail, whilst traffic moves north & south across the bridge. This is however, not in the plans. If you agree that a footbridge may be a better solution please take a few minutes to email Kal.Kamboh@eastsussex.gov.uk Principal Officer, Transport Development Control at ESCC Highways quoting the Planning App ref of WD/2017/2651/MRM. The Diary have also asked Bovis about what measures can put in place to limit the current localised flooding on the road adjacent to the show homes. Bovis have advised that to date 6 properties have been sold, but that they cannot be inhabited until the utilities have been installed, which they estimate to be in December, so the first residents could move in from January 2020.

Bimbo’s woodyard The build continues and a new application has been submitted WD/2019/2184/FA for this site to change conditions to allow for limited exterior lighting. There is no detailed description of the exterior lighting wanted for this development on this application other than 'limited exterior lighting'. The applicant says 'It would be reasonable for limited exterior lighting to be permitted much as most householders enjoy'. The replacement drawing detailing these changes 4679.8C is not available to be viewed, so the application cannot be commented upon properly or accurately. By exterior lighting one could mean anything - from an outside front door light, lamp posts, or security lights - without knowing what is intended means it is impossible to comment in any detail! Exterior lighting on this rural lane with no street lights contradicts Wealden's Dark Skies Policy.

Site vehicles parked on Chiddingly Road Residents of Chiddingly Road have been experiencing issues with site traffic parking on the road. One resident approached the site manager of the Rydon Homes development at the top of Chiddingly Road and was advised that on-site parking was being completed to avoid further congestion. He also offered to speak to the site manager at the Four Seasons development behind the tennis club, as some parked cars were from this site.

Horeham Flat Farm Planning application WD/2018/2526/MAO for houses on the adjacent to the Wealden Crematorium.

Local residents concerns over proposed 2.5 storey houses.

Wealden’s Local Plan Because of the forthcoming election we are now in purdah, this means that the The Planning Inspectorate findings for Wealden’s Local Plan will not be released until after the general election.

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The General Election The forthcoming election is the last thing we need just before Christmas. We need to be very thorough when considering the candidates standing, with the utmost scrutiny. Wealden declared a ‘Climate Emergency’ earlier in the year but don’t appear to be deterred from approving large developments on green field sites, many of which are at a high risk of flooding. Doesn’t that strike you as highly hypocritical? Sadly, some of the biggest donors to the Conservative Party are the big developers. With this in mind, we ask if you feel strongly about this issue to email your comments to: Chris.bending@wealden.gov.uk and nusrat.ghani.mp@parliament.uk

WHAT’S ON Thurs 5th, 17.30- 20.30, Horam Christmas Fun Evening, The Annual Horam Village Fun Night and late night shopping evening. Treasure Hunt, Santa's Grotto, carol singers, dance workshop, candy floss, raffles, tombola's, games. Shops offering - free drinks, sweets, nibbles, mulled wine and lots more..........all welcome. come and support your small local traders.

Fri 6th-Sun 8th, 10am-6pm, Christmas Shopping Event at Hidden Spring Vineyard. Complimentary mince pies & mulled wine whilst you browse. See P46 for more details.

Fri 6th, 3.20-5pm, Maynards Green Christmas Fair.

Sun 8th, 12 noon. The Big Christmas Wine Tasting at Cuculo, Heathfield.

Sun 8th, 6.30pm, Candle-lit carol service, Christ Church, Horebeech Lane.

Friday 6th, 13th & 20th Live music at Café Style. 01435 512101 for bookings or enquiries.

Wed 11th, Wines of the World, Six wines paired with six course for £29, Café Style. 01435 512101 for bookings or enquiries.

Thurs 12th, Heathfield Christmas Late Night Shopping.

Fri 13th, 70’s,80’s & 90’s Disco Nite. A fantastic Christmas night out. We will be raising funds again for Down Guatemala a school for children and young people with Downs Syndrome in Guatemala Central America. Dressing up optional. Tickets £10, available from Wholefoods Health food shop, Station Rd, Heathfield.

Sat 14th, 11am-2pm, Christmas Fair, Broadoak Pre-school, Broad Oak. Sat 14th, 7.30pm, Heathfield Choral Society production ‘When Icicles Hang’ – a selection of secular, sacred & seasonal works at State Hall, Station Road. Tickets £15 in advance from Gemini Greetings, £18 on door, under 16’s FREE. Alternatively www.wegottickets.com/event/484003 or call 01435 862599.

Sun 15th, 10am, Together@10 nativity at Christ Church, Horebeech Lane.

Sun 17th, 7.30pm, An evening of Christmas Music at St Richard’s Church. Heathfield Silver Band with the Cake and Wine Choir. Tickets cost £8 and are available on the door. Children go in for free. Ticket includes a glass of wine. Enquiries: 01435 864541 Wed 18th, Quiz Night, Café Style. 01435 512101 for bookings or enquiries.

Sat 21st, 9-12.30pm, Heathfield Farmers Market, Co-op car park, Heathfield.

Tues 24th, Until 1am, Christmas Eve Soiree, Festive Treats, mulled wine & live music at Café Style. 01435 512101 for bookings or enquiries.

Tues 24th, 4pm, Christingle Service at Christ Church, Horebeech Lane.

Tues 24th, 10.45pm, Midnight Communion, Christ Church, Horebeech Lane.

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WHAT’S ON It’s Christmas Get me out of here!

Try something different for your Christmas Party this year -

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Enjoy a 3-course festive dinner while you interview the suspects to reveal the murderer. See our website for full details and menu Tickets £35.50

Book a table of 10 for £30pp Friday 20 Dec - 7.00pm www.civiccentreuckfield.com

Dick Whittington

Performed by Uckfield Theatre Guild and featuring the young stars of the Deborah Lamb Theatre Arts. A traditional family pantomime with lots of music, dance, laughter and audience participation.

Tickets £10 - Fri 13 Dec 7pm Sat 14 Dec 1pm and 5pm

Christmas lunches Book Christmas lunch in Luxfords Restaurant for your club, office, business or just friends. 2-courses £18.25, 3-courses £22.50 Pre-booking essential.

Mon 2 Dec - Fri 20 Dec

Booking Office: 01825 769694

Christ Church Fellowship Christmas Carol Service Will be held on Tuesday 10th December at 2pm.

Come and join us at Christ Church, Horebeech lane ALL Welcome.

Followed by a Christmas tea

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COMMUNITY

Christingle Carol Service Sunday 22nd Dec 6.30pm Followed by refreshments and mince pies

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Christmas Day Celebration Wednesday 25th Dec 10.30am

It’s our church for everyone together@10 - at Christ Church Horam.

Come along and find out what it’s all about!!!

We start with tea, coffee, fruit, with chat, activities for the children, then a service for ALL the family.

Enjoy our ‘Nativity’ service with us!!

church for everyone Sunday 15th December at 10.00am Transformation The snow fell softly without a sound.

Even the wind was quiet, Watching with awe, As tree and hedgerows, field and meadow, Slowly changed colour from black to white.

The night was silent, More silent than that night Those thousand thousand years ago,

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When a star shone brightly Over a humble stable, Proclaiming the birth of one, Who, too, would transform Black to white, And cover a world of darkness With His eternal light.

Marie Vince-Young © 28.01.1990

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Baby In The Manger Copyright Peter Bauer © 1995

Baby in the manger, no room at the inn Treated like a stranger, your life on earth begins And on that bed of straw the greatest wonder The promised Messiah was born Born of a virgin and the world wouldn’t have noticed at all But the angels gave the news to the shepherds that night Singing “Glory, Glory in the Highest, and on earth – Peace”

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CHILDREN’S GROUPS

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Mondays 2 – 3.15pm (during term time) For parents/carers and toddlers to have a chat, play games, and make friends.

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Held in Horam Village Hall weekdays during local school term times.

Horam Community Pre-School is a great place to begin!

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Morning, afternoon, lunch club sessions available.

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All children between 2 and 4 years old welcome.

30 hour EYEE funding accepted (where applicable).

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Christmas – a time to celebrate!

Christmas is a party. A birthday party to be precise. And birthdays are meant to be celebrated. It’s why the season’s greeting is “Merry Christmas!”

Ironically, at most Christmas parties the person whose birthday we’re supposed to be celebrating is completely ignored. He’s never even mentioned.

Although Jesus is the reason for the season, he’s often overlooked or merely mentioned along with Frosty the Snowman, Father Christmas and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and a long list of celebrated fictional characters.

Getting ready for Christmas can be a great deal of work. With all the pressure of buying presents, writing cards, putting up lights, decorating the tree, organising meals and getting the house ready, we have little time to enjoy the true meaning of Christmas. Yet, the opening statement from the angels to the shepherds at Bethlehem (in Luke 2:10), tells us that God has wonderful news for us. News worth throwing a party for: I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.

This news is worth celebrating for three reasons: First, it is personal: “I bring YOU.” Second, it is positive “GOOD news of great joy”.

Third, it is universal: “for ALL the people.”

It doesn’t matter who you are, what you’ve done, where you’ve been, or where you’re heading – this news is for you.

Why not take time to come along to one of our services over the comingweeks and discover God’s great news for you at the heart of Christmas.

Our services are listed on the opposite page and we’d love you to join us.

We wish everyone in Horam and Vines Cross a very happy and meaningful Christmas.

PJ Guy Vicar-Christ Church Horam Simon Cottingham Elder-Horam Chapel 20

Services in Horam this Christmas: Sunday 8th December: Morning Service

10.30am at Horam Chapel

Family Service

10.30am at Christ Church

Carols & Readings by Candlelight

6.30pm at Christ Church

Sunday 15th December:

Together@10 Special - Nativity

10.00am at Christ Church

Morning Service

10.30am at Horam Chapel

Sunday 22nd December: Family Service

10.30am at Christ Church

Evening Christingle Carol Service

6.30pm at Horam Chapel

Christmas Eve:

Christingle Family Service

4.00pm at Christ Church

Midnight Communion

11.15pm at Christ Church

Christmas Day:

Christmas Day Family Celebration

10.30am at Horam Chapel

Christmas Day Family Communion

10.30am at Christ Church

The First Coming

It came in the darkest of nights To a world gasping; A desert land.

It came in the hush To a world waiting As a shadow Waits.

It came as a flutter A twilight bird Wings breaking the deepest waters The cries of dreams The sighs of souls.

It came tender In the murmur of the newborn In the ache of the swollen heart.

It came as a whisper Soft on the lips of hillsides.

It came in the song of the stars.

It came as a rainfall Unexpected Passing eyes set on throne rooms Iron fists Grand shows.

It came, mist-like Through the tear of the mother The sweat of the soil The dew on the cobweb In the cattle shed.

It came to its own As hands unfurl Arms reach Eyes bloom.

It awoke Like a flower uncurling Like a flame on the darkness And all who saw its light Understood.

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A Christmas message So Christmas is almost upon us and some of us will be dreading it for many reasons.

It could be an elderly person who is dreading a lonely Christmas; an unhappily married couple who are wondering how they are going to navigate Christmas to give their children a happy, family Christmas; a mother with children whose husband will be working away for Christmas; someone who has lost a loved one and this will be their first Christmas without that important person; it may be a family wondering how their limited budget can stretch to food AND gifts for the festive period.

Let me tell you a story that I heard the other day: I was at the supermarket yesterday and heard a loud crash and something shattering.

Being nosy, I walked towards the sound and saw some people whispering and looking back to the end of the next aisle. When I walked down that aisle, I saw an older lady had hit a shelf containing a festive dinner service with her shopping trolley and many plates, bowls and serving dishes had fallen to the ground and broken. She was kneeling on the floor embarrassed, frantically picking up the shattered pieces, while her husband was peeling off the bar code from each broken dish saying “Now we will have to pay for all this!”

I felt so bad for her, and everyone was just standing there staring at her!! I went and knelt beside her and told her not to worry and started helping her pick up the broken pieces. After about a minute, the store manager came and knelt beside us and said, “Leave it, we will clean this up. Let’s get your information so you can go to the hospital and have that cut on your hand looked at.”

The lady, totally embarrassed said, “I need to pay for all of this first.” The manager smiled, helped her to her feet and said, “No madam, we have insurance for this, you do not have to pay anything!”

For you who have read this so far, I would like you to give me a minute. Wherever you are, close your eyes, and imagine God doing the same for you!

Collect the pieces of your broken heart from all the blows life has thrown at you. God will heal all your wounds, and I assure you that your sins and mistakes will be forgiven. You see, we all have the same insurance, and it’s called Grace. When you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior and ask for forgiveness, the Manager of the universe, GOD, will say to you “Everything has already been paid for, now go on your way, all is forgiven!”

You will see from this month’s Diary that there are ways we can help other people in these situations by donating to Food banks, volunteering our time to help others and more. We could also go to one of the many local church services in Horam over the Christmas period, to find out about the real meaning of Christmas and discover God’s love for us.

Lucy Atabey, Editor.

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Make new friends & learn new skills!

Local not for profit, Community Benefit Society “Sacred Earth” launched a new initiative in February 2019 called Touchstones.

The initiative aims to bring local young and older people together, to create a wildlife-friendly peace garden at the Sacred Earth site, 40-acre of land of an abandoned brickworks on Horebeech Lane in Horam. As well as supporting local biodiversity, the project encourages participants to develop friendships, learn new skills and make them feel part of a community. It provides experiential outdoor learning, therapeutic and mentoring projects in which nature plays a key part. Their aim is to help combat loneliness and isolation. This funding will help them provide a series of sessions, run by experienced facilitators.

The project aims to: •

build confidence and emotional intelligence in young people

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Touchstones will start again next year. It will revolve around the creation of a peace garden, which will become a connection hub for young and old. Participants will spend time preparing and cooking their food outdoors as well as growing it.

Interested in getting involved or have more questions? Contact Phil Greenwood at phil@sacredearthland.co.uk or on 07554 127926.

Cuckoo for Cancer is a local fundraising group, hosting events to raise much needed funds for Cancer Research UK. During 2019 we raised £11,000 via our events plus another £3,538 through donations. We are very grateful for all the help and support we get, both locally and further afield.

The money we raise goes to The CRUK Research Laboratories at Sussex University in Brighton. A discovery centre dedicated to understanding the biology of cancer.

If anyone would like to be involved with the group or help in any way then please call Sue Mosey on 01435 813505.

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Wednesday 4th December for Crossways Christmas Special 10am - 1pm.

LIVE MUSIC INCLUDED. Tea, coffee, home made mince pies and much more.

To celebrate a special event that takes place on 25th December the birth of our Lord!

All ages are welcome.

A great place to make new friends and catch up with old friends.

We look forward to seeing you.

Christchurch, Horam.

FREE Entry - Donations to various charities.

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We have a range of activities to suit all ages, which you’d be welcome to come along to:

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A sense of smell Aromatherapy is a holistic healing treatment that uses 25 concentrated natural plant extracts to promote health vo % o uc ff and well-being. The therapist uses aromatic essential he firs ro tt oils medicinally to improve the health of the body, n rea pr ev tme mind, and spirit. The oils are composed of tiny moleiou nt s p , se cules that can penetrate the skin and reach the bloodstream, ag e e. causing physiological effects. They also quickly reach the brain via pathways from the nose as they are inhaled, connecting with an area of the brain that deals with memories and emotions – this helps to change how we feel quickly, completely bypassing the conscious mind.

Local lady Anna Kaye has a long history of experience in holistic healing, besides having put in plenty of hours caring for the elderly, mentally ill and children with disabilities, she has recently qualified as an aromatherapist and luckily for us, is practising in Horam.

Anna is passionate about the benefits of aromatherapy massage and recognises that aromatherapy can be of benefit, both as an occasional treat to de-stress and relax, and also as a valuable way for people to work more deeply on themselves, with regular sessions over a period of time.

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All aspects of podiatry & chiropody including: Toenail cutting * Ingrowing toenails Corns & calluses * Cracked heels Athlete's foot * Verrucae therapies Foot pain * Insoles & orthotics Diabetic footcare & assessment Appointments at the Horam Natural Therapy Centre and home visits available.

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Pilates Classes in Horam Exercising in a relaxed atmosphere enjoying the fun that exercise produces through the release of endorphins.

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West End, Christchurch, Horam Monday 10am Pilates.

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Southern States of the USA There are eleven states to be discovered in the south of the USA and every single one of them has something historical to shout about which has shaped the culture of today on both sides of the pond.

Recently, Bianca from The Travel Concept, spent seven days visiting just three of the states and her week was crammed full of interesting and exciting places to visit.

Starting in Nashville, the capital city of Tennessee state and also the Country Music capital of the world there are plenty of places to visit including the Grand Old Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and the Johnny Cash Museum Tennessee is also home to the famous ‘Jack Daniels’ whiskey and is the oldest registered distillery in the United States and is registered on the National Register of Historic Places.

Bianca’s next stop was Downtown Memphis. Located on the famous Mississippi River, the city itself has experienced quite a rebirth in the last few years. Areas such as Beale Street – said to be ‘Home of the Blues’ offers dozens of bars and clubs, most of whom offer live music. Carrying on with the musical theme, no visit to Memphis would be complete without a trip to ‘Gracelands’, home the King of rock and roll himself, Elvis Presley.

The South is also famous for its involvement in another important period in American history.

The National Civil Rights Museum is located at the former Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King was assassinated on 4th April 1968. Here you can walk through history and learn more about this tumultuous and inspiring period in history.

Bianca’s journey took her even further south, visiting historic towns such as Natchez, the original capital city of Mississippi and home to the grandest collection of antebellum homes the South has to offer.

The last stop on Bianca’s road trip, and the one she was most excited to visit, was New Orleans – and it didn’t disappoint! Bourbon Street in the heart of the French Quarter is famous for its many bars and jazz clubs. The first ever cocktail was created here. A ‘Hurricane’ is a must try – but be careful to drink it slowly!

During Bianca’s road trip she sampled many traditional foods, including ‘dry rub ribs’ at Charlie Vergo’s Rendevous restaurant, dinner at BB Kings and Itta Bena’s in Nashville and sampled Louisiana’s famous Creole and Cajun cooking in New Orleans.

The Southern States has so much to offer and Bianca’s ‘7-day’whistle-stop-tour’ only scratched the surface. During her trip she visited many hotels at each stop and is now well placed to offer guidance and advice to anyone wishing to visit.

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Looking to try something new for 2020

We are planning lots of workshops and short courses in watercolour, mixed media and acrylic techniques. We will also have sessions where you can try out different products, heres a little list of some of what we will use and some of these are available from our art shop : handmade journals, distressed oxide inks, Stickles, rubber stamps & all colours of stamping ink, glitter pens, watercolour pencils, handmade cards, paintover pens, paper, paint, brushes, palettes, Geli plate printing, linoprinting, special effects make-up and original artworks, watercolour paintings & cards, stencilling, diecutting & embossing.

We also run classes for children and offer Arty Parties for any age, so if you’re interested in trying a class or workshop or private lessons in watercolour, acrylic, producing a portrait/pet portrait, a mixed media piece of art, book journalling, or altered art, follow us on facebook or email us your details for our mailing list to amanda@thelittlewhitestudio.net. We are up on Horam Manor Farm behind the Lakeside Cafe and there Is plenty of parking.

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COMMUNITY Horam Village Hall

Help us celebrate our village hall as we open our doors for a free Cream Tea and refreshments* 2pm to 4pm Come and see what activities we have at the hall as well as ยง village hall history display ยง memories of Horam Preschool display ยง preschool corner and treasure hunt *Scones, cream and jam, biscuits, tea, coffee and squash

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UNISEX HAIR SALON LADIES GENTS AND KIDS Open Tuesday - Saturday, late night Thursday High Street, Horam, 01435 810200

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Car & trailer servicing, repairs & M.O.T’s.

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Mini service.

Full service.

Diagnostics Holiday check from £20.

Winter check from £20.

Clutches, exhausts & brakes.

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Deluxe pedicure or manicure.

Shape, file, cuticles, calluses and hard skin, including varnish £22 £20 Additions: Gel nails extra £10 Hot wax £5 (good for circulation)

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Hypnotherapy and NLP Coaching at Horam Natural Therapy Centre

Specialist in smoking cessation and weight control. Help with self-esteem; phobias; public speaking and stress.

Learn self-hypnosis.

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How am I going to pay for Christmas?

As Christmas approaches, some families will be worried about what they are going to eat over the festive period. Whilst we may be out splurging on additional goodies we wouldn’t normally buy, they are thinking about how they are going to feed their children enough, every day. During school holidays, those children with families on a low income will be missing their warm, cooked free school meal which puts even more pressure on already stretched household budgets. Why not grab two of some of the things you buy when food shopping and donate the spare one to a local foodbank or shelter - like Matthew25 in Eastbourne?

Collections points for Hailsham ,Crowborough & Hastings Foodbanks (that also serve Hellingly, Horam & Heathfield): •

Waitrose, Station Road, Heathfield.

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Co-op Food, Upper Horsebridge Road, Horsebridge.

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Churches across Heathfield.

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Sainsburys, Station Road, Heathfield.

Collection points for ‘Christmas in A Box’ items for food banks & local shelters: Christmas in a Box is a local initiative from Horam residents, mother and daughter Sarah & Georgia Cook. This is the second year for this project and involves the collection of festive grocery items and accessories – e.g. crackers, gifts, cards, decorations.

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Co-op Heathfield for “Christmas in a Box” items. Every Sunday from 10.30-4pm plus permanent donation box (up until 15th December 2019).

Search for Christmas In a Box - East Sussex on Facebook for more details.

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www.matthew25mission.org

Horam Christmas open hours: Christmas Eve 7am till 9pm.

Christmas Day closed.

Boxing Day 8am till 8pm.

New Year’s Eve 7am till 9pm.

New Year’s Day 8am till 8pm.

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HORAM PARISH COUNCIL – December 2019 HORAM SKATE PARK

Parents and guardians are once again reminded to ensure that their youngsters wear protective kit at all times. The skatepark is not a playground and is meant for users aged eight upwards. The area is very wet due to the inclement weather conditions and users are asked to take extra care.

THIRD AGE EQUIPMENT

The above equipment has been cordoned off due to the severe weather conditions. Unfortunately, it is not known how this long will be. It is all down to weather conditions and will be re-opened as soon as the ground has dried up.

Visitors are requested to use the litter bins considerately and take anything large home with them. PLEASE NOTE that these bins are NOT for the disposal of dog waste. A bin, especially for the disposal of dog pooh, is provided on the recreation ground – PLEASE USE THIS!

HORAM MEMORIAL STONE - PLAQUES

Plaques for the memorial stone are 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.

A new plaque has been placed on the other side of the memorial to remember someone who fell in the Second Word War.

PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS - 2nd Wednesday every month, Full Council meeting, 7.30pm in The Horam Centre, High Street, Horam. The Planning Committee will meet prior to that at 6.45 p.m.

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT Monday evening Planning Committee meetings ONLY, will commence at 6.30 p.m. This will continue until the 30th March 2020 when they will revert back to 7.30 p.m.

All committee meeting dates, including Finance and Planning are listed on the Parish Notice Board, the web-site and at The Horam Centre.

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR OPENING HOURS

The Parish Council office will be closed from Friday, 20th December 2019 and re-open on Tuesday, 7th January 2020.

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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USEFUL CONTACTS Beavers, Cubs, Scouts Explorer, Paul Sutton, 01435 813023/07803 051048.

Bowling Club, Alan Archer, 01435 865536.

Cross In Hand Bridge Club, Jan Moore, 01435 863001.

Heathfield & Horam Football Club, Becki Chiweda 07366 034310.

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.

Dog training in Heathfield, UDDTC.org phone 01435 830222.

Eastbourne & District Canine Society, Mrs Chris Cleland, 01323 506151.

Heathfield Choral Society, Chris Thompson, 01323 833921, chairman@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, Jean Gill, 01435 813096.

Horam Parish Allotment Society, Rebecca Landau-Wildy, 01435 813085.

Horam Parish Council, Horam Centre, Sally Blades, 01435 812151, (Tues, Thurs & Fri morn).

Horam Centre, Janet Fairweather, 01435 868425 or Michael Cousins 07748 270494.

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 Wood, 01435 813295.

Horam Tennis Club, Mary Evans, 01435 867776.

Horam Residents Group, Lucy Atabey, 01435 812153.

Horam Toddlers, Gill Delves, 01435 408405.

Horam Village Hall. For hire or information call Angela Wood on 01435 813295.

Oxney Vines Cross Tug @ War, Mike Hutch, 07850 382619.

Pottery Club, Sue Ramsay-Smith, 01435 810390.

Rainbows, Brenda Macklin, 01435 812018.

RSPCA, 0300 1234 999.

Tuesday Whist Drive, Mr D Winter, 01435 813233.

Vines Cross Bonfire Society, Mark Woods, 07976 426286.

Wealden Youth Choir, Tea Killick, 07808 222535.

Welcome Art Group, Lee Smith, 01435 862110.

WI, Sharon Andrews, 01435 812395.

Manor Oak Surgery, 01435 812323.

Out of hours Doctor, Between 8-8.30am 01825 732 333 & 6-6.30pm 0300 5555 252.

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Non emergency police, 101.

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A Gift Voucher is the perfect Gift!

Gift Vouchers can be used for all our Products & Therapies.

We will be open on the Horam Christmas Fun Night on the 5th December from 5.pm – 7.30pm So do come in and browse all our new products.

There will be nail painting & treats for the Children.

We are now stocking Bamboo Toothbrushes & Holders, Bamboo Reusable Make Up Remover Pads, Crystals, Beeswax Food Wraps, Organic Beauty Products, Himalayan Salt Lights, Candles, Incense & much more.

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“We wish all our Clients a very Happy Christmas”

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Roasting Tins ...................................................................

Sealfresh Cake Storers .................................................

Square or Round Christmas Cake Boards .............

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Selection of Torches ......................................................

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Gold, Silver and Glitter Spray Paints ........................

Selection of Glasses and Tumblers ..........................

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Free Collection & Delivery Pop in for advice & a quotation, or call Simon or Adi on

Local company PLEASE NOTE 01435 supporting 810061 people.

For all bodywork requirements -OUR NEW ADDRESS email cmscoachworks@gmail.com from a minor scratch to www.cmscoachworks.co.uk Z a full restoration.

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A busy month! We’ve had Jack from Art Chocolat join us to share his Chocolatier skills - the results were outstanding and delicious! We made candles from rolling beeswax, decorated filing boxes to name but a few crafts. All Saints and St Richard’s, Dallington, Broad Oak Primary Schools have all joined us for activities along with Little Tinkers Nursery School who join us every Thursday for crafts, fun and games. We were lucky enough to be recorded by BBC Sussex Radio which was aired on Danny Pike’s Show along with a live interview. The wonderful Angela Brooks and some of her choir members from Cake and Wine Club lift our spirits every week with their enthusiastic singing - infectious! Kindly sponsored

by Axell Eames. Please contact Rachel Gibson on 07971 032667 if you would like to see what Young at Heart is all about - we’d love to meet you!

Uniting generations in the glorious setting of Heathfield Park Cricket Club

A full day of lunch, crafts and activities with pupils from local schools Book a FREE TRIAL DAY and come and join us we would love to meet you!

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1st Horam Scout Group News

Group Scout leader Paul Sutton 01435 813023

Charity No 1064375

See our stall in the Horam centre at the Horam Christmas Fun Night on Thursday 5th December. Book the Date for our Quiz Night Saturday 25th January 2020 in the Horam Scout HQ @7-15pm more details next month Our 100 club ---- (November 2018 until October 2019) Our 100 club - November 2019until October 2020 Winners for the October in the final draw of 2018/19 were:1st Dominic Parrette - 2nd Mrs FB Levett- 3rd Sheila Perry The present club finished with the final draw at the end of October 2019 and we thank those of you who have been members for having supported us in this way over the past 12 months. We propose to continue with our ‘100 Club’ for a further twelve months in order to support Group Funds, Commencing with the first draw at the end of November and hope that existing members will wish to continue to contribute as now and that new members will be encouraged to join. If so, Please complete the form at the bottom of this letter and return it to Dave Sutton with your cheque or hand in at the Horam Centre during the Horam Christmas Fun Night.

I would like …….. shares in the 1st Horam Scout Group 100 Club, at £12.00 per share, (i.e. entry in 12 monthly draws at £1 per month) for the period November 2019 to October 2020.

Name ……………………………………Telephone Number ………………………

Email …………………………………………………Address …………………………………………… ……………………………………………………..…………………………………………………………… …

Please attached cheque £………………. made payable to 1st Horam Scout Group and return with the form to Dave Sutton “Pollards” Vines Cross Road Horam TN21 9EE If you need more information contact Dave on 01435 812462 M 07889 652586

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December Gardening Diary ' When dark December glooms the day and takes our Autumn joys away' Sir Walter Scott.

Well not a bit of it, these may be the sentiments of a gloomy Scot, mired in his Arctic gloom, but we take heart from the month when the sun is reborn and, though the worst rigors of winter are still ahead of us, there is the promse of rebirth ahead. Whilst once this rebirth was celebrated in the Roman Saturnalia, it is now supplanted by Christmas and the birth of a redeemer. All is intricately entwined.

As in November, the weather this month is rarely an incentive to be out there upside down in a border, but a garden is a relentless tyrant, which may only be tamed when we take every chance to press on.

The edges of lawns may have been eroded away or died back from being smothered by overgrowth from the borders, lying leaves, or the depredations of children. The easiest way to make the edges good is to roll a length of turf along the edge and cut around it with a sharp knife, then roll it up, the outlined shape may now be excavated to an inch depth, the base broken down to a tilth and the new turf rolled back into place, a board to stand on will help bed the turf down, expelling any air, there should be no air pockets, especially under the edges.

New plantings should be checked from time to time as frost or wind may have loosened the roots and loose plantings rarely survive, we must always have our mallest about our person to firm up any loose stakes.

Any brassicas in the vegetable plot should likewise be checked for firmness, all brassicas greatly resent any looseness around their feet.

Frost and gales in November will have seen to the last of the roses, we may reduce the top growth back a little and remove frosted flowers and hips, this will reduce wind resistance and present a more orderly appearance in the rose garden. This is not the main pruning, which may be done at the end of winter (Though many gardeners do this before Christmas) The harvesting of Brussels sprouts should be in full swing, starting from the bottom up and leaving the green tops until last. In the event of an 'Arctic blast ' being forecast, it may be worthwhile digging up some leeks and parsnips and heeling them into a trench so as to avoid having to harvest by hammer and bolster.

Sometime between Alamein day and the Ides of the month we may beg, borrow or otherwise purloin a number of twigs from some of the more forward of the trees and shrubs, including yellow flowering jasmine, willow, winter flowering viburnums, berberis, hawthorn, witch hazel and contorted hazel, these, when brought into a warm room and put in water should be in flower by Christmas, hinting at the rebirth and new life just around the corner.

The No-mans' land behind the bonfire heap may supply teasels, whilst sea thistle and artichoke heads saved from last month will make for a fine Christmas display when spraypainted by the more responsible of the junior public. The dried seed pods of Honesty make a fine sight shivering in a vase on the piano.

Whilst the keen gardener will have been digging over the soil since Trafalgar Day, it is not too late to keep up the digging when conditions allow. The more soil we can get exposed to the weather the better. Areas reserved for hardy annuals should be dug over as well, but unless the soil is very poor there is no need to dig in compost or manure as annuals flower best on poorer soil.

Now most of the leaves have dropped, we may appreciate nature's architecture in the boughs and burls of the trees around us whilst also taking worried note of deciduous

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December Gardening Diary trees and shrubs that are starting to crowd over the lawns and borders, this encroachment eventually leads to a thin, mossy lawn and straggling shrubs which are straining for the dwindling light, in such cases we must be ruthless with the chain saw and loppers; Nature is constantly trying to crowd us out, thus in the time of the Egg kings the quality of a Saxon was measured by his willingness to strip to his badger pelt underwear in all seasons and with halberd in hand, wage unceasing battle on the forest around him.

So, after exerting ourselves thus and with the nights long and dark we may look forward to many happy hours wallowing in the bath, using up all the family's hot water and with the new season's seed catalogue firmly in hand, ruminate over next year's colours and crops in the garden.

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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). Page 1 of 1 Opening Times: 8am-6pm 6 days a week, Sundays 9-5pm. Winter 8am-dusk.

Trevor Weeks, founder of Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service, is always in need of pillowslips, towels, blankets & Whiskas cat food. If you can help please contact Virginia Heaton 01435 812541 or email oberon@uwclub.net You can arrange for him to give talks to groups and these are very interesting and very informative. These talks are about his rescue work and what to do if you find any wildlife that may or may not need help.

24hr Rescue line - 07815 078234 (Please do not call any other WRAS numbers concernng casualties) Non casualty calls - 01825 873003

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Threadneedle Textiles These are Bowl Cosies. Pop your soup in the bowl, bowl in the cosy, cosy in the microwave. You can take your hot soup out without burning your fingers. Great for soup, porridge and even keeps the chill off if you want to eat icecream.Available at Horam Emporium, Horam High Street. See main ad on P66.

Ana’s Flowers Choose from a range of quirky candle holders & homeware from Ana @ Two Sisters Deli, or book onto her course to create a Christmas door wreath. See main ad on P65.

Local Gift Guide

Old Golf House Personalised, rural image framed pictures for your home, handmade in Heathfield. 15% off with code HVD12 See main ad P69.

Ickle Brickell Handmade children's clothes inspired by our rural lifestyle, made in Laughton. All Ickle Brickell clothes are made using exclusive fabrics and designed to be fun yet practical for children aged 0-5 years. Need a unique Christmas gift? Choose from leggings, dungarees, dresses, sweatshirts, hats and dribble bibs at www.icklebrickell.com

Horam Natural Therapy Centre

Pink Lemonade Boutique Clothes, accessories & homewares from this local boutique, best seller on SilkFred.

Plus, the cutest Christmas decorations!

See main ad P69.

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Looking for a gift for someone interested in alternative therapies?

Buy them a ÂŁ20 gift voucher for our shop! We sell a range of great gifts, choose from crystals & crystal jewellery, a range of Himalayan Salt Lights, Bath Salts and and much more!

Or, how about a gift voucher for an acupuncture or massage treatment with therapist Ioonah.

See main ad P51

Sussex Willow Delightful willow garden sculpture from local acclaimed artist Dominic Parette. Or book yourself on one of his courses and make your own!

See main ad on P65.

Two Sisters Deli Delicious, foodie hampers with locally sourced products from local café and caterers. See ad P70.

Little White Studio, Art courses to suit all ages.

Vouchers available.

See main ad on front cover.

The Feminine Touch Stylish Italian clothes & accessories, that you won’t find on the high street.

Visit us at the Horam Emporium or find us on Facebook.

Fragments of Glass Sussex Hand made fused glass jewellery from Fragments of Glass. Buy a unique piece or create your own!

See ad P66. Available at the Horam Emporium or www. facebook.com/fragmentsofglasssusssex

Mays Terracotta Eclectic range of gardenalia and homeware accessories from Mays Terracotta at the Horam Emporium. Sale in Dec & Jan to make way for new stock.Visit http://www. maysterracotta.com/

Sew Lovely By Jilly Stylish clothing from Italy from Jilly’s boutique in Burwash. Including these best selling slouchies. www.sewlovelybyjilly.co.uk or find us on Facebook.

M2B New to Heathfield.

An interiors & gift boutique on Heathfield High Street.

See ad on P65.

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SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS Find that perfect Christmas gift!

The Horam Emporium is somewhere where you will find all kinds of unique gifts that you won’t find on the high street.

It’s a cornucopia of amazing hand-made, local finds from local artists & craftsmen, beautiful Italian clothing; vintage toys, gardenalia, collectables and so much more. From shabby chic to random retro, this is the place to find that perfect gift!

Come along to The Horam Emporium and find that hidden gem and have a bite to eat and a coffee, in Tpodz Tea Room.

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Come along to fin d unique Christmas gifts fo r your loved ones & refresh yourse lf with food & drink from Tpodz.

Based at the site of the business formerly known as ‘Wessons Cafe’ in Horam

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Make this Christmas extra special with top quality, local meat!

Choose from 3 Christmas hampers: Hamper One Hamper Two Vegetable Box 2.0kg - 2.5kg 3.0kg - 3.5kg Brussel sprouts 500g Boneless Turkey Crown Boneless Turkey Crown Parsnips 2-3 1.5kg Unsmoked Gammon 1.3kg Topside beef Swede x 1 10 Pigs in blankets 1.5kg Unsmoked Gammon Onions 500g 10 Stuffing balls 1lb Streaky smoked bacon Carrots 500g 1lb Sausage meat 20 Pigs in blankets Leeks 2-3 Cauliflower x 1 £70.00 10 Stuffing balls 1lb Sausage meat £12.00 Sack of potatoes £130.00 Or buy individually, choose from free range bronze turkey (whole or crown), rib of beef, goose, capons, duck, sausage meat, pigs in blankets.

Christmas week collection days opening & closing.

Saturday 21st 7am-5pm Sunday 22nd 7am-3pm Monday 23rd 7am-5pm Tuesday 24th 7am-3.30pm Proud to support local farmers, limiting food miles and giving you produce with full traceability & provenance.

Find us on Facebook for our daily updates.

Open 6 days a week: Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, Sat 7am-3pm.

High Street Horam, TN21 0EY. Tel: 01435 813130.

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SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS Christmas door wreath workshop New to Heathfield.

An interiors & gift boutique.

Friday 6th Dec 7pm - 9pm, Saturday 7th Dec 10am -12pm at Christ Church, Horam.

Create your own door wreath, full tuition and refreshments provided, £35 all materials.

Email flowersanaok@gmail.com for a booking form.

53 High Street, Heathfield, East Sussex, 07803 928930.

Sussex Willow Bespoke willow sculpture, plant supports and woven fencing for your garden

Why not learn to make your own garden sculpture?

Great day out and brilliant idea for a gift (vouchers available): Friday January 10th 2020. 10-4pm Willow hens and herons.

Friday January 17th 2020. 10-5pm Willow frame baskets.

Call Dom to book or purchase vouchers on 07957 898899. www.sussexwillow.co.uk

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SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS Beautiful quilted soft furnishings for your home and gifts to treasure.

Hand Guided Longarm Service available Commissions taken Visit us at The Horam Emporium, High Street, Horam.

www.threadneedletextiles.co.uk 01892 710888

Tremendous Trees

Stunning, tree wall sculptures, hand made in Kent.

Choose from black, gun metal grey or copper. From ÂŁ35 + ÂŁ4 P&P. For more information and to order contact janepitney1@hotmail.co.uk

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Christmas has arrived!

Pop in to see us, we have a variety of gifts and Christmas decorations available.

New stock arriving daily.

We will be having late night Christmas shopping on dates throughout December.

Pop in to find out more.

Open Monday to Saturday 9am - 5pm.

Love spending time in our shop?

You can spend more time by joining our exciting and dynamic volunteer team today!

Pop in to find out more.

High Street, Heathfield, tel 01435 862405

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Unique gifts for your home

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Beautiful & unique collection of hand-crafted country inspired framed pictures, from your favourite dog to the country game bird!

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Select from a range of images and fabrics to make your desired combination or go bespoke for a totally unique one-off.

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Fashion

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MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY, CHRISTMAS ORDER BOOK NOW OPEN

Foodie Gift Hampers to suit all tastes & budgets • • • •

Collection or Free Local Delivery Gift wrapped Pop in & choose … or phone & order Proud stockists of new gift range from ‘Ana’s Flowers’

CATERING FOR ALL EVENTS – Big or Small Entertaining over Christmas – book your buffet items now. From homemade sausage rolls and quiches – to the whole buffet.

PRIVATE PARTIES, CORPORATE & EVENTS, AFTERNOON TEA, GIFT VOUCHERS. CONTACT TELEPHONE: 07535 884446 6 Little London Rd, Horam Parking on site.

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An Enchanting & Eclectic Selection of Homewares & Gardenalia Find the perfect gift this Christmas, pop in and see us at the Horam Emporium!

SALE IN DECEMBER & JANUARY TO MAKE WAY FOR NEW STOCK. Find us at the Horam Emporium, High Street, Horam, TN21 0ER View our website for updates www.maysterracotta.com Email: may@maysterracotta.com or tel: 01323 847281

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LOCAL CHRISTMAS DINING Brewers Arms

Christmas menu available from 1st-24th December for all prebooked Christmas parties Starter Chestnut, bacon and parsnip soup Clementine, feta and winter leaf salad Pan seared scallops with cauliflower puree and chorizo Wild pigeon breast with wild mushroom and beetroot salad Duck liver parfait with crostini and cranberry and orange salsa

Main course Roast turkey breast with stuffing, pigs in blankets, Yorkshire pudding, sprouts with pancetta, gravy and seasonal vegetables Roast rib of beef with stuffing, pigs in blankets, Yorkshire pudding, sprouts with pancetta, gravy and seasonal vegetables Chili and herb crusted salmon fillet on a Thai noodle broth with pak choi and vegetables Game pie with swede and carrot mash, braised red cabbage and port gravy Wild mushroom risotto with truffle oil and shaved Parmesan Duck breast stir-fry with noodles in plum and hoi sin sauce

Dessert Christmas pudding with brandy cream or custard Mulled wine poached pear in syrup with mascarpone and chocolate sauce Dark chocolate terrine with berry compote Banoffee pie Selection of cheese and biscuits -----Coffee and humbugs

2 Courses ÂŁ22.95 3 Courses ÂŁ26.95

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Horam Horam Manor Manor Farm.

Farm. East East Sussex.

Sussex. TN21 TN21 0JB 0JB 01435 01435 408015 408015 www.lakesidehoram.com www.lakesidehoram.com

Winter Opening Times Monday /Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday to Sunday 9am ~ 5pm Food service until 3pm Fridays open til 9pm Food service until 8pm Friday HAPPY HOUR 6pm ~ 7pm 20% off alcoholic drinks BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS CARVERY 8th, 15th & 22nd DECEMBER Closed Closed 23rd 23rd December December to to 27th 27th December December

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Gamelands Methodist Church, Coggers Cross, Horam Sunday service is at 10:30am every Sunday.

We have a newly refurbished church.

A warm welcome is given to visitors.

Every first Sunday in the Month Gamelands Methodist Church holds a music and poetry afternoon between 2.pm and 4.pm. No musical knowledge is needed to attend.

Just come and enjoy others making music or poetry or join in. There will be light refreshments.

For more information please contact: Pat Hobden, 01435 813373 or Angela Simmons 07968848460

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TPODZ Tea Room l l l l l l

All Day Breakfasts from £4.95 Amazing Coffee Great Selection of Teas Tasty Lunches Homemade Soup Scrumptious Cakes & Tray bakes

TAKE-AWAY AVAILABLE

Monday Tues - Sat Sunday

Closed 9am - 4pm 10am - 4pm

Horam High Street, Horam, East Sussex 01435 810310

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Dogs Welcome

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Celebrate Christmas at Stonehill Dining Room

Looking for a unique festive lunch venue?

Relax with friends by the dramatic fireplace in the historic Priory restaurant.

Open 10am - 4pm daily View menus online

01435 865691 | holycrosspriory.co.uk Stonehill Dining Room, Holy Cross Priory, Lewes Rd, Cross in Hand, Heathfield TN21 0DZ

Horam Home Kitchen offers a wide range of bespoke catering services to customers in Horam, Heathfield and the surrounding areas, including: Private dining.

CanapĂŠs.

Savoury or sweet buffets.

Rustic cakes and bakes.

Cookery demonstrations and lessons for individuals or groups.

Bake off parties.

Cake decorating parties for adults and children.

All services are bespoke to suit your occasion and budget so please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Contact Janette Goss on 07580 266979 or 01435 812602 email: gossjanette@gmail.com

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