Horam and Vines Cross Village Diary

Horam & Vines Cross Village Diary November 2019

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Christmas Open studio Friday 29th November 1 - 4pm Lots of art supplies, come & try & buy • • • •

Original Watercolours Gifts & Accessories Handmade Cards Refreshments

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20th November

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Charcoal Burners Barn Horam Manor Farm East Sussex TN21 0JB

Dear Readers, After a very wet October, we are looking forward to a cold and crisp winter! Snuggling up in front of the fire in our pyjamas after a suitably filling & warm supper, maybe with a nice glass of red or a steaming hot chocolate? Only 7 weeks to Christmas too – don’t miss our Local Gift Guide, some great gift ideas from local businesses.

In this month’s issue we have some interesting insights into the history of Rosemead Farm, this building site has hidden depths – in more ways than one.

The build of the 123 houses presses on, with the show homes now open. There have been concerns raised about the safety of the new roundabout outside this development, Horam Parish Council and Horam residents have expressed their dismay at the position of the roundabout leading to some motorists continuing straight on, rather than around the roundabout. This poses considerable danger to houses opposite Rosemead, when residents are attempting to exit their drives. See Horam Parish Council update on P42 for more details. In addition to this, a horse was clipped by a car recently on the bridge. The horse was being led by it’s owner (also with her dog) across the bridge to access the Cuckoo Trail via the ramp. The driver didn’t want to wait and pushed by, injuring the horse on it’s rear flank. The driver pulled over ahead to inspect the damage to his car, but refused to give the horse owner any details. Although there were witnesses and his number plate was taken, the police have advised that no further action will be taken. Let us hope that the new pavement over the bridge will avoid this happening again. In other planning news, there is an application for the site at the May Garland for partial demolition of pub (south wing) and alterations to the carpark for 9 residential units. For more detail visit www.planning.wealden.gov. uk and search for WD/2019/1628/F. We hope some of you were able to enjoy the first bonfire night for 62 years (to the day!) from Heathfield & District Bonfire Society at the end of October? Please make a note of the Horam Village Christmas Fun Night on Thursday 5th December – including late night shopping, Santa’s grotto, Wealden Brass Band, carols, refreshments, treasure hunt, grand raffle and much more!

We are still looking for help with one of our delivery rounds in Horam, if you can spare a couple of hours every month to help out – please do get in touch.

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Editor’s note ..................... P2 What ’s on .P 12-14, 20, 30, 40 & 61 Cafes & Cater ing.. P36, 61, 70-73 Community Information throughout Local special offers P30 Local Gift Guide .....P62-69

Well-being...P16,27/33/39/51/57 R etail....P16/61 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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Services for November: Sun 3rd

10.30am

Sun 10th

10.50am

Tues 12th

Sun 17th

9.30am

10.00am

Family Communion

(& children’s groups up to Yr1)

Remembrance Sunday

All-Age - Parade Service Holy Communion

(Book of Common Prayer)

Together@10 Church for Everyone (please see information elsewhere in the Diary)

Sun 24th

10.30am

Family Worship

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Other Activities: Crossways drop-in for refreshments, chat with friends (Wed 10.00-12.00 - 06/11/19) Bible Study - Growth Groups (term-time -Thursdays 10.00-11.30) Jumping Beans - Parent & Toddler Group Fellowship Group (Tuesday 26th November at 2.00pm) Rooted - youth group (term-time - Fridays 7.00pm-9.00pm) Supporting Horam Christian Care Group

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How to Prevent your Dog from being Stolen Discovering your dog has been stolen and never knowing what happened to him has to be an owner’s worst nightmare. Dogs can be stolen for a number of reasons including breeding and ransom.

How can you keep your dog safe?

• Over 50% of dogs are stolen from gardens. Make sure your garden is secure and no-one can enter without your knowledge. Don’t leave your dog unsupervised in the garden, keep an eye on him at all times – it only takes seconds to lift a dog over the fence.

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19% of dogs are taken from breaking into homes. If your dog is left at home, make sure your home security is good. Be aware if anyone has been watching your house and your movements.

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16% of stolen dogs are taken from owners out walking their dogs. Vary the times you walk and the routes you take and beware of strangers asking you questions about your dog or trying to play him or her. Teach your dog to come back to you when called. Dogs running off can become vulnerable to thieves.

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7% of dog thefts are dogs that have been tied up outside shops or other premises. They are an easy target for any opportunist thief.

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Dogs left in locked cars are also an easy target even if you leave the car for just a few minutes. 5% of all stolen dogs are taken from vehicles.

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Neutering your dog will reduce the risk of a dog being stolen for breeding purposes. Some people include this information on the dog tag.

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Ensure your dog wears a collar and tag at all times, even in the house. This is a legal requirement in public places. Do not put your dog’s name on the tag because a friendly dog could easily be enticed away if its name is called.

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50% of dogs stolen are puppies or young adults. Be extra vigilant if you have a pregnant bitch or a litter of puppies. Be especially careful if you have advertised the puppies for sale, thieves will stop at nothing to steal a whole litter to sell.

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The history of Rosemead Farm Introduction

Archaeology South-East (ASE) was commissioned by Bovis Homes to undertake archaeological work on the development site to meet the terms of a planning condition imposed by Wealden District Council on the advice of East Sussex County Council. Initial work consisted of an examination of written sources, followed by a geophysical survey of the site. The results of both hinted that there was potential for the presence of archaeological deposits at the site, and the mechanical excavation of trial trenches in December 2018 proved that archaeological features did indeed survive. Full-scale excavations began in early March 2019 and continued until the middle of July.

Although examination of the excavated material is ongoing, limited conclusions can be drawn at this stage, subject to revision after the specialist work is completed. It is clear that the site was linked to the local iron production, a hugely important industrial activity in the Weald from the Iron Age through until the early nineteenth century. There was also limited evidence of activity before the discovery of iron.

Prehistoric Activity

The earliest material recovered from the site consisted of a small assemblage of prehistoric flintwork, suggesting ‘hunter-gather’ activity in the general area. The recovery of worked flint from high ground overlooking a river valley fits comfortably into the known pattern of Mesolithic use of the Weald, dating from c.10, 000BC.

Roman Iron-Working

The first evidence of sustained activity at the site came from a ditched enclosure occupied during the first and second centuries AD. Pottery and waste material from a Roman iron-production furnace had been dumped in pits within the enclosure and in the enclosure ditch itself, but unfortunately the actual furnace (or furnaces) lay outside of the site.

Later Minepits

The vast majority of the archaeological features found at the site were minepits, deep shafts dug for the extraction of naturally-occurring iron ore from the underlying geological deposits. More than a thousand of these features were found, and those examined were as much as 5m in diameter and 4m in depth.

The use of shaft minepits to extract iron ore is thought to date from the medieval and post-medieval periods; the Romans used larger quarries. Only a handful have previously been scientifically excavated, with only one positively dated (to the medieval period) on the basis of dendrochronology (tree-ring dating).

However, it is thought that the workings at Horam relate to the extraction of ore for the Heathfield Furnace, a blast furnace built by the Fuller family in the 1690s, located less than 2km from the site. Clearly ore was dug locally for this furnace, as documentary sources show that an ‘iron miner’ named Richard Barton was attached to the furnace in 1741.

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Clearly the priority of the ongoing analysis will be dating the minepits. Unfortunately timbers discovered within them proved unsuitable for dendrochronology, but charcoal samples may prove suitable for radiocarbon dating. A full report will be produced in due course.

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Fri 1st, 5.30pm-9.30pm, Psychic Halloween Night, Horam Emporium. FREE entrance. Readings £10 for 20 mins.

Sat 2nd, Rotherfield Christmas Market, North Street Rotherfield. Raising funds for Taylor Made charity.

Sat 2nd 9.30am-11am, Soothing Meditation & Pamper Morning at Crystal Rooms. See ad PX for details.

Wed 6th, 10-12pm Crossways, Christ Church. Free coffee morning for tea & chat.

Fri 8th 5.30pm, (gates open) Firework party, fireworks at 6.30pm (low noise display followed by main display). No sparklers please. Tickets in advance from school office or Cuculo Deli in Heathfield: single £4, family £15, under 3’s FREE. Gate price: £5 single, £20 family. BBQ & refreshments.

Sat 9th, 7pm, Warbleton Brass Band Concert of Remembrance, Heathfield State Hall. FREE entry with retiring collection in support of the Royal British Legion. See ad P61.

Weds 13th, 6-9pm, Christmas Craft Fair, Maynards Green School, Maynards Green.

Fri 15th, 10am-4pm, Alternative Christmas Tree workshop at Sussex Willow, Horam Manor. See ad Px for details.

Sat 16th, 8.30am-12, Heathfield Farmers Market, Heathfield Co-op car park.

Sat 16th, 1pm Indoor car boot sale, Horam Village Hall. Come along and browse in the warm & dry!

Sat 23rd, Festive Fair, 2-4pm, Oaklands Court, Vines Cross Road.

Sat 23rd - Sun 24th, 11am, Designer & Maker Fair, Charleston. Advance tickets £4, on the day £5.

Visit www.charleston.org.uk/event/designer-and-maker-fair/ for more details.

Sat 23rd, 11am, Christmas market, Sedlescombe Village Hall, Sedlescombe.

Sat 23rd Nov, 10am-4pm, Christmas Mini-photo shoot, all age. Come dressed in your Christmas jumper, PJ’s or anything festive for some great shots by Adas Goldstein to use as cards & gifts for the family this Christmas. See Facebook for event details.

Sun 24th 10.30am-3.30pm, Archery Christmas Fair, Heathfield Park. Entry fee is £5.00 per person to include 12 arrows on the induction course. Extra arrows and more targets can be added at an additional cost, 9+. More info & tickets info@adriancaddyarchery.co.uk Tues 26th, 7.30pm Horam Village Hall committee AGM. See ad on PX for details.

Fri 29th 12.30-16.30, Festive Cream Tea, Michelham Priory. Festive cream tea with tea & coffee or mulled wine (non-alcoholic available). Includes entry to house. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk/event/festive-cream-tea Sat 30th, 1- 5.30pm Christmas in Heathfield, Heathfield High Street. Family Fun day, brought to you from Heathfield Chamber of Commerce.

Sat 30th – 1st Dec, 10am-4pm, Sussex Craft & Design Fair, Enterprise Shopping Centre, Eastbourne.

Sat 30th, 2-3.30pm, Soothing Meditation & Pamper Morning at Crystal Rooms. See ad P51 for details.

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Sun 1st Dec, 2pm, Warbleton Brass Band, Christmas Concert, Dunn Village Hall, Rushlake Green.

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

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Wed 6th November 10-12pm tea, coffee, biscuits & chat.

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 are light refreshments.

Wednesday 4th December 9am-2pm as above, plus mince pies and fun to celebrate a special event that takes place on 25th December the birth of our Lord!

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Bridgeford’s Best Bites,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, WHIPLASH INJURY A sprain of the soft tissues of the neck, when they become stretched and damaged. It is common after a car accident when the neck is forcefully thrown forwards, backwards or sideways; the extreme flexion of the neck then whips back in the other direction. It can also occur from a blow to the head during sport or an assault. The cervical spine, or neck is designed to be flexible and is less protected than the rest of the spine leaving is more vulnerable to injury.

Anatomy: The neck consists of 7 cervical vertebrae; the first 2, the atlas and axis are shaped differently from the remaining five and allow movement of the skull from side to side and backward and forward. Between each vertebrae is a disc and a nerve exiting from the spine. There are many complex muscles and ligaments in the neck to allow its movement and support. The anterior longitudinal ligament, running along the front of the spine is often injured during whiplash.

Symptoms: Common symptoms include pain, tenderness, discomfort and stiffness in the neck area with limited mobility; swelling, muscle spasms, headaches, pain in the shoulders, arms, jaw and lower back. Less common symptoms include pins and needles, numbness or weakness in the arms and hands, tiredness, dizziness, insomnia, poor concentration, memory loss and irritability. Symptoms may become worse a few hours to a few days later. You will need to seek urgent medical attention if you have more severe symptoms such as blurred vision, nausea, ringing in the ears or difficulty breathing.

Causes: Common causes include road traffic accidents and collisions, a blow to the head by a heavy object, during sports or an assault, a slip or fall where the head is jolted backwards, head-banging, a roller coaster ride and bungee jumping. The over-extension and recoil damages ligaments and tendons in the neck.

You are more at risk if you are a woman because your neck muscles are often less developed, an athlete particularly in high risk sports, you have poor posture or congenital spinal problems; also if your car head restraints are badly fitted.

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get better on its own in a few weeks or months or after some basic treatment; keeping your neck mobile and continuing with normal activities, specific exercises and stretches, taking paracetamol or ibuprofen painkillers or something stronger from your doctor if needed. You may be referred to a specialist or pain clinic if the pain persists for a long time.

Osteopathic/Manual Management: Take a detailed case history to understand the nature of the problem and surrounding issues. Examine the neck, shoulders, arms, jaw and spine and all surrounding tissues; muscles, ligaments, nerves, fascia, etc., for movement, strength and functionality and assess nerve pathways.

Consider the effect of the force of impact on the whole body. Perform orthopaedic and neurological tests. Treat to reduce muscle tension, nerve irritation and soft tissue pain. Advice regarding specific exercise and stretching the neck and shoulders. Treatment may include manipulation, deep soft tissue massage, trigger point therapy, muscle energy techniques, fascial techniques, dry needling, etc.

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TN21 Environmental Aware Horse Chestnut Tree Disease, Aesculus hippocastaum Huge chestnut trees are common in our parks and gardens and occasionally in woodland. It is thought called horse chestnut because it was commonly used as a horse medicine. The spikey round green fruit hang in groups on trees and split open in Autumn to reveal the brown conker inside. It is under threat from two invaders. The Leaf Miner Moth and a Bacterium. The Leaf Miner larvae damages the leaves with brown splotchy areas causing the leaves to drop off, leaving the tree vulnerable, but does not kill it. Bleeding Canker is a bacterial infection causing open lesions on the bark bleeding sap. This sadly will kill the tree. Our trees and woods face a challenging combination of pressure, climate change, pollution, attack from diseases and pests, urban development and introduction of non-native trees and plants. More than 1,000 irreplaceable ancient woods have been threatened by development over the last 10 years, and there is weak legislation protection for our precious woods. Dwindling grant funding is adding to the pressure. Tree pests and diseases are of particular concern and are sweeping through the countryside. At least 20 have been introduced and are attacking our native trees, 6 have reached epidemic levels. Ancient woodland and trees are some of our most valuable assets. They are irreplaceable and home to many threatened wildlife. HS2 rail link is the biggest threat to UK ancient woods at present. There should be no further loss of ancient woodland and trees. But not all doom and gloom. Restoration is the careful process of removing these threats, and enabling natural regeneration of native trees and plants, and helps wildlife to thrive. Around 40% of UK ancient woodland has been replanted with non-native trees causing deep shade across woodland floor. Restored ancient woodland is a rich diverse habitat that now covers just 2% of the UK much of what is left is being damaged, and once gone cannot be replaced, but through restoration damage can be stopped, which encourages these habitats to recover and reverse years of decline. “Observatree” is a tree health early warning system ensuring tree pests and diseases are spotted and reported quickly, so they can be eliminated or controlled.

You can help support the Woodland Trust, they plant, protect and restore, with researchand evidence they influence government policy, become a member, or volunteer, school activities, support an appeal, give a donation or will giving. Free Trees for Schools and Communities Tree planting is vital with Climate Change to help UK hit zero carbon emission by 2050. Contact Woodland Trust. Tel. 03330 333 3300. woodland trust.org.uk

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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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Offers in November .

£5 voucher off a 1 hour Ayurvedic Facial with Aruna.

Aruna uses natural products in her Beauty Treatments. **************************************

£5 off a Shiatsu or a Reflexology Treatment with Paulette in November. ********************************************

Men’s Pelvic Floor Health Clinic.

Learn the Hypopressive Method Friday 29th November 9.30am – 12.00 at the Clinic Please contact Justine for more details on 07951322738

Therapies on offer: • Acupuncture

• Allergy Testing

• Osteopathy

• Chiropody

• Bowen Technique

• Reflexology

• Meditation

• Counseling

• Shiatsu

• Cranial Osteopathy

• Homeopathy

• Sports Massage

• Hypnotherapy

• Indian Head Massage

• Ayurvedic Beauty

• Kinesiology

• Life Coaching

• Remedial Massage

Horam Natural Therapy Centre High Street, Horam East Sussex, TN21 0EL

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SUSSEX FREE RANGE EGGS

Buy from the hens at Riverside Farm, Laundry Lane, Vines Cross. Also available at Pomfrets Butchers, Spar Broad Oak & Davies & Son.

Tel 01435 812588

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10% off any 6 or more bottles. Includes our wine and all guest wines.*

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Christ Church Fellowship will be meeting on Tuesday December 3rd at 2pm for a Christmas Carol Service at Christ Church.

This will be followed by a Christmas tea.

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WELL-BEING PODIATRIST & CHIROPODIST Over 13 yrs NHS experience.

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.

Mara Ragaiolo BSC (Hons) Podiatry.

HCPC registered and member of the College of Podiatry.

Tel: 01435 812997. Mob: 077031 56799 Horam Natural Therapy Centre, High Street, Horam, TN21 0EL.

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

Cart Lodge, Horam Manor Farm Wednesday 6:50 pm & 8pm, Thursday 9:45am.

West End, Christchurch, Horam Monday 10am Pilates.

Please book your space with Nancy on 07881 941360

Fully qualified & insured beauty treatments: *Manicures/pedicures *Polygel overlay/extensions *Massage *Facials *Waxing *Threading *Eyelash lift/tint/exts *Spray tan.

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Canada – well a bit of it anyway!

Canada is vast, in fact it’s the second-largest country in the World, so trying to decide what to do first would have been mind-boggling! We’d used the services of The Travel Concept on previous occasions, so we knew that a phone call to Bianca outlining our plans would simplify everything for us. As per usual, the girls were right on-point. After me changing my mind a few times and Bianca’s patience – added to the excursions that Tracy researched for us before we left – meant we had a tailor-made dream holiday waiting for us!

Our 1,500km road trip across just a small part of this beautiful country did not disappoint. We flew into Toronto and spent three days discovering everything the city had to offer – including, of course, the CN Tower. The tower dominates the skyline across the city and even when you can’t see it it’s reflected in the many glass-fronted skyscrapers that make up ‘Down-town Toronto’. The city itself is bustling and cosmopolitan, where the second spoken language is Chinese (French being down as far as 12th on the list) and the diversity of restaurants, bars and eateries reflects this. One thing we did struggle with but got used to eventually is the fact that what you see on a price tag is not what you pay at the till, so we had to do lots of quick sums in our heads before buying anything!

After picking up our hire car, our next stop: Niagara Falls! The iconic Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side of the river, to be precise. To stand that close to so much water cascading over a 50m drop is one of those life-defining moments that is hard to put into words. As Lake Erie pours into Lake Ontario the noise is deafening and the spray that fills the atmosphere covers everything leaving on-lookers soaking wet in a matter of seconds. Thanks to Tracy’s careful planning on our behalf within 24hrs we’d seen the Falls from a helicopter, been right up as close as you can get from the decks of the ‘Hornblower’ and explored the tunnels behind the cascading water.

After so much excitement and the ‘kiss-me-quick meets Vegas’ atmosphere which surrounds the Falls themselves we were definitely ready for the more genteel sophistication of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Just a half hour drive from the Falls and steeped in heritage, its 19th Century architecture and surrounding vineyards meant we were able to spend a couple of days exploring butterfly sanctuaries and enjoying picturesque walks along the banks of Lake Ontario.

Next we headed north to Collingwood in the Blue Mountains. We stayed at a purposebuilt ski resort which in Summer focuses on water sports, mountain biking and other sporting activities. We, however, enjoyed exploring the local town, laying by the pool soaking up a few rays and eating out in the village which is built around the lake. The quaint wooden buildings, which are reminiscent of a Western film set, give a rustic feel to the place – but I imagine that its Winter when this resort is at its best. The lake freezes over and is used for skating and the snow-covered lodges look like something from a fairytale whilst the snow-topped mountains which surround the resort offer some fantastic skiing opportunities for all ages and abilities.

The remainder of our holiday was spent between family, exploring Kingston and Ottawa and resting up at a cottage just a couple of hours drive from the city.

The countryside around the area is untouched and peaceful and our canoe trips across the lake at sunrise were only interrupted by the sound of our oars in the water and the Loons calling out to each other in the early morning.

We fell in love with Canada but feel like we have only just scratched the surface of what this beautiful, hospitable country has to offer – we still have Montreal, Quebec, Vancouver and British Columbia and Banff to discover – definitely a destination to revisit!

If you fancy a bespoke holiday in Canada, whether it be for Winter sports or a Summer break, call The Travel Concept – you won’t be disappointed! written by a Travel Concept client

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Christmas Open Studio and Beginners Watercolour

This is a lovely opportunity on the 29th November to come and view our studio, see what we offer for adult and children’s classes and workshops, try different art products before you buy or do a little Christmas shopping.

We also have a couple of new beginners watercolour 6 week courses starting 5th & 8th November, if you are interested in starting watercolour you could always pop along to see us beforehand before booking. If handmade books are your thing, why not join our fun workshop on 4th December - details can be seen on our website and facebook page.

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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And new for Friday Night “Curry & a Pint” £10 Choose from the chefs choice of curry with rice and Naan

Opening Times Food service until

Monday CLOSED Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday 9am ~ 5pm Thursday 9am ~ 5pm Friday 9am ~ 9pm Saturday 9am ~ 5pm Sunday 9am ~ 5pm

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Friday Meal Deal for Kids / Mum’s Night Off! Feed the children for £5. Fridays after school Choose from Macaroni Cheese / Nuggets & Chips / Sausage & chips Jacket Potato with Cheeses & Beans / Burger & chips Drink and Dessert

Muddy Boots & Paws Welcome

Midweek roast’ fo r those who can’t wait till Sun day. Choose from a selection o f roast meats accompanied by roasted potatoes and sea sonal vegetables. And to top it off our chefs amazin g gravy.

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J.D.Clarke Garden Services

Available for general gardening including grass cutting and hedge cutting.

Please call 07525 177550.

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

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Motor Services

Offering a friendly service with over 20 years experience.

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

TRAILER HIRE AVAILABLE. Car trailers, box trailers & horse boxes.

• Collection & delivery service.

FREE within a 5 mile radius from garage.

• Courtesy car available if required.

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Mini service.

Full service.

Diagnostics Holiday check from £20.

Winter check from £20.

Clutches, exhausts & brakes.

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WELL-BEING Beauty Therapy By Emma Smith Based within the Hair Boutique in Heathfield Tuesday – Saturdays

By Emma Smith

Fully qualified and insured beauty therapist of 9 years.

Using professional beauty brands including Guinot, Crystal Clear and Jessica.

By Emma Smith

November Special Offer

Tuck yourself away from the cold weather and cocoon yourself into the heated couch ...drifting away into deep relaxation.

Guinots Aromatic 55 Minute essential oils relaxation facial and a back neck and shoulder massage for JUST £50.00 !!!

SAVING £15.15!!!

Limited space and stock available so please book in advance Please check out my website for all prices www.emmasmithbeauty-heathfield-eastsussex.com To book please call/text 07960571619 or email emmasmithbeauty@gmail.com Offer Valid until 30th November, Terms & Conditions apply.

In the comfort of your own home.

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)

Lisa Golding Qualified Pedicure Therapist

07876 100909 01435 866422

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.

Jonathan Conway NCH (acc) NLP Master Practioner and Coach

Tel: 01342 349340/ 07956 855027 www.theconwaypracticehypnotherapy.co.uk

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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

Your party at Horam Village Hall

Village halls make the perfect venue for your special occasion - decorate it

in your own theme, extend with a marquee or just add an ice cream van make it your day! We would love you to celebrate your special occasion at Horam Village so in addition to our usual facilities we offer a Banqueting package for £500. This includes all day hire of hall including previous evening for set-up, banqueting tables and chairs for 104 persons, White tablecloths, crockery and cutlery. Visit www.horamvillagehall.co.uk PUBLIC NOTICE – NOTE CHANGE OF DATE HORAM VILLAGE HALL AGM Tuesday 26 November 19.30 Horam Village Hall

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All welcome! Come along and hear what’s been happening at the hall and recreation ground. Any questions, please contact Leigh Ellen Skeggs: 01435 810022 or leighelleninglis@gmail.com

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ANDREW OWEN CONSTRUCTION General Building & Landscaping • Work to view • 35 years experience • Recommendations on request Contact Steve Whymark: 01435 813569 / 07785 900244

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HORAM PARISH COUNCIL – November 2019 NEW ROUNDABOUT – HOREBEECH LANE Several complaints have been received about the new roundabout in Horebeech Lane serving the Bovis development.

The Parish Council were only consultees to this application and objected most strongly to the proposal for a roundabout and the necessary lighting which comes with it. Unfortunately, the application was approved despite our objections.

All the complaints have been referred to the Planning Department at Wealden District Council and East Sussex County Council’s Highway Safety Section.

HORAM SKATE PARK Parents and guardians are 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.

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.

There are now 20 plaques on the Memorial Stone with another one in the pipeline.

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 NOTE THAT as from 25th November 2019, the 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.

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

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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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Discount for over 65’s I also train on Apple computers and PCs, I also train on Apple computers and PC’s, Microsoft Office and can Microsoft Office and can troubleshoot troubleshoot broadband, internet and printer problems. broadband, internet and printer problems.

M.R. CROUCH

Painter & Decorator Experienced & Qualified Tradesmen Exterior Painting Interior Painting and Paper-hanging 4 Joyce Villas, Chiddingly road, Horam.

Tel: 01435 813361 ROYS PLUMBING SERVICES Full bathroom installation service Taps, Water Tanks, Cylinders, Radiators Drains, Gutters, Emergency Call Out All types of plumbing undertaken NO JOB TOO SMALL Call Roy Varley 01435 866312/07920 144067 Local, Friendly, Fully Reliable professional service, NO CALL OUT CHARGE, Free estimates, All Work Full Guaranteed, NO HIDDEN COSTS.

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Maurice Pope Private Hire Airports

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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.

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.

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.

Non emergency medical, 111.

Non emergency police, 101.

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September kicked off with new members joining. It’s wonderful to witness the difference an outing makes to our members! We’ve had Bricklehurst Manor, Skippers Hill, Maynard’s Green and Broad Oak Schools join us in the afternoons and Little Tinkers Nursery School join us every Thursday afternoon. We’ve assisted with school topics such as “Poppy Day” and “1066”. Our Tuesday crafts have included soap and candle making - as always, every individual has their own design - the results have been outstanding! We managed to raise a staggering £317:59 in aid of Macmillan Cancer Relief selling cakes we’d baked and decorated through Skippers Hill School and Little Tinkers Nursery School! Please contact Rachel 07971 032667 should you have a friend or relative who might be interested - it’s a free first session! Kindly sponsored by Axell Eames

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Charity No 1064375 Group Scout leader Paul Sutton 01435 813023 Thanks to all who supported our Jumble Sale on Saturday 5th October 2019 we raised £262 for the group funds. The next jumble sale is booked for 14th March 2020.

Save the date for our Quiz Night Saturday 25th January 2020 in the Horam Scout HQ Remembrance Day services 2019 please see posters. ************************************************************* Our 100 club ---- (November 2018 until October 2019) Winners for the September 2018/19 draw were:1st Emma Schuetze- 2nd Mrs Burgess - 3rd Amanda Hare The present club finishes with the final draw due to take place 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 and that new members will be encouraged to join. If so, complete the form at the bottom of this page and return it to Dave Sutton with your cheque.

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.

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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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November Gardening Diary If there's ice in November that will bear a duck, there'll be nothing after but sludge and muck."

The weather this month is rarely an incentive to work in the garden, but the abandonment of the garden to its own devices during the dark months is a great mistake as there is as always much to be done, right through winter.

Autumn digging will have been started by Battle of Britain Day with the digging in of compost, manure and we hope shoddy too. This digging-over should be carried on and completed this month, no need to break down the clods as rain and frost over the winter will render the diggings down to a good workable condition.

In the established border deep digging will not be possible, but a light forking between the shrubs will help to aerate the soil, whilst digging in any compost, dung, leaves and annual weeds will increase the humus content of the soil. All good things.

This month is a good time to plant roses, fruit trees and ornamental deciduous trees and shrubs. It is surprising how much root they will make by Christmas if planted whilst there is still some warmth left in the soil. Firm staking is essential with any new planting and should never be an afterthought; moving roots are fatal to the prospects of newly planted trees and shrubs.

Autumn bonfires, surely one of the great joys of gardening; A still and clear November morning, a crackling bonfire, a thermos of sweet tea and a long pipe is all that we wretched sinners may reasonably ask for. Having established working or even friendly relations with our non asthmatic or bronchial neighbours we should not feel guilty at spending a whole morning leaning on our rakes musing at the flames and breathing in the evocative scents of nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide, benzene, particulates and the sundry other volatile organic compounds that make up that most comforting of autumn smells. Aside from the sheer idle enjoyment of it all, this is the only way to dispose of rose leaves with mildew or black spot, apple and pear leaves with scab, white fly on cabbage and Sprout leaves and blighted tomato and potato foliage. Putting such stuffs in the 'Green bin' may risk spreading disease around the county through the bags of compost thus sold on, likewise putting it on our own compost heaps ensures disease next year. We are told that composting creates Methane, a green house gas twenty times as effective as the Carbon dioxide released by a bonfire.

The lawn may need some looking after at this time of year, we might to aid drainage and increase aeration by easing any compaction; A garden fork pushed in half way and jerked backwards will effectively loosen the top layers, the lawn should be worked over in this way every six to eight inches, this may seem an onerous job and as we may still be wheezy from our morning by the bonfire, may be delegated to any under-employed youths we may uncover about the house or indeed any child deemed capable of hard labour.

The collecting up of leaves continues apace, it is important to keep the bulk of them off the grass, especially sycamore and the larger leaves, a yellowing lawn heading into

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November Gardening Diary winter is not the thing. Real afficionados of leaf mould will keep the mould of years constantly moving from one bin to the next and exclude Sycamore and other big shiny leaves, but however you make it, though low in nutrients, the resulting mixture is a good conditioner of the soil, very useful for us South Saxons plodding about in our Sussex clay.

Pruning of apples and pears should begin this month. We have not room enough here to go into all the methods of pruning but for those of us who are worried by the obscurities of pruning lore, first identify your tree and refer to the literature before sallying forth, genned up and armed with the secateurs; bush trees are frequently overpruned which results in jungles of new growth the following year but very little fruit, much better to cut back individual branches, either those dead, diseased or crossing than to cut back all the branches. Plums and cherries should not be pruned during the winter months because of the risk of silver leaf infection.

If the weather is too inclement for outdoors work we may without guilt retire to the shed to sharpen and grease the tools. The mower should have done its work for the year, we may aim to see it serviced, oiled and safely in winter quarters by the beginning of Advent, thus easing the burden on the gentlemen who service them, averting the grumbling in Spring when the hordes descend, trunks full of mowers for immediate servicing.

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CATERING/CAFES

Made in Horam Venison Parcels: Garlic & cheese stuffed mushroom wrapped in venison topped with some red onion & finished with a Spanish & herb glaze.

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CONCERT OF REMEMBRANCE Saturday 9th November 7pm HEATHFIELD STATE HALL Free Entry with retiring collection in support of The Royal British Legion

Raffle & Refreshments available

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Following a turbulent year full of Brexit and concerns about climate change, there appears to be a shift in priorities for the consumer. Our alarming rate of consumption and throwKe away mentality seems to have been impacted, with people e it l ping looking to reuse, upcycle & recycle goods. There is also evioc dence that consumers are preferring to put their money back al into their local economy by buying from local, small businesses, rather than the big retail brands behemoths of the likes of Amazon, Argos for example.

The popularity of companies like Esty and Not on the High Street has given small businesses the opportunity to reach a wider audience of people looking to buy hand-made, unique gifts. This month our local gift guide provides you with a range of VERY local, small businesses to buy this years’ Christmas gifts from. Not only will you be limiting the miles travelled by the products and putting money back into the local economy, you will be buying unique gifts that show much thought about the person you are gifting to. Let’s keep it local.

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.

Threadneedle Textiles Beautiful, hand made gifts including mug rugs – just right for your favourite brew and a little or large jammy treat! Available at Horam Emporium, Horam High Street. See main ad on P66.

Old Golf House Personalised, rural image framed pictures for your home, handmade in Heathfield. See main ad P67.

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 Pink Lemonade Boutique Clothes, accessories & homewares from this local boutique, best seller on SilkFred. Plus, the cutest Christmas decorations!

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Little White Studio, Art courses to suit all ages. Vouchers available. See main ad on front cover.

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

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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.

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

Sew Lovely By Jilly Stylish clothing from Italy from Jilly’s boutique in Burwash. Including these best selling slouchies, 20% off with voucher P30 in the Diary this month. www.sewlovelybyjilly.co.uk or find us on Facebook.

Mays Terracotta Eclectic range of gardenalia and homeware accessories from Mays Terracotta at the Horam Emporium. Visit http://www.maysterracotta.com/ M2B New to Heathfield. An interiors & gift boutique on Heathfield High Street.

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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

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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.

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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 November 15th. 10-4pm Alternative willow Christmas trees.

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 22/10/2019 EVENTS TO HVCVILLAGEDIARY@GMAIL.COM

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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.

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Tremendous Trees

Stunning, tree wall sculptures, hand made in Kent.

Choose from black, gun metal grey or copper. From £35 + £4 P&P. For more information and to order contact janepitney1@hotmail.co.uk

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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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Christmas is arriving on the 1st November at your local St Wilfrid’s Charity Shop!

We will have a fabulous selection of gifts available for all the family. We also stock a large selection of Christmas cards.

Please do pop along and support your local hospice.

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.

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Spoilt for choice!

We are very lucky to have a great choice of quality watering holes and restaurants in the Heathfield area.

Whether you are looking for a venue for your company Christmas lunch or dinner, or want more than one Christmas dinner this year, there are some mouth wateringly delicious Christmas menus to choose from.

If you would rather have a party or celebration at home, why not call in a local, experienced caterer to enable you to spend more time with your guests?!

Cooking your own Christmas lunch or for a dinner party? Check out the Christmas hampers on offer from Davies & Sons, use the leaflet enclosed in this months Diary to place an order. Available to order locally sourced meat plus vegetable boxes from Rivermead Nursery.

MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY, CHRISTMAS ORDER BOOK NOW OPEN

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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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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.

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Cookery demonstrations and lessons for individuals or groups.

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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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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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