TN Uncovered May 2014 Issue

TN EDITION - MAY 2014 - ISSUE 21 Delivered to 23,000 homes & businesses in the TN19, TN20, TN21 & TN22 postcodes

Making a comeback:

Landlord Tim shares his grand plans for reopening The Old House Inn after the devastating Christmas oods

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COMMUNITY 6 Community Notice Board 8 Community News 14 Community Groups 15 Community What’s On

Welcome to our May issue

HEALTH AND BEAUTY 16 Confidence to Succeed

With Bank Holiday weekends starting and ending the of month May and lots of community events in between it promises to be a busy month. Hopefully this glorious weather will continue and we will all be able to get out in the garden to spruce it up in time for Summer!

HOMES 18 Wonderful Windows 20 Sail Away

Pippa Greenwood, our fabulous garden writer has some good advice on dealing with those pesky pests that will no doubt be discovered once we manage to clear the weeds!

GARDENS 22 Keeping Pests at Bay

On the home front, Katherine Sorrel turns her attention to window dressings. Whether your penchant is for blinds, curtains or shutters she has the low down on what to consider.

CHILDREN AND EDUCATION 26 Beating Exam Stress

Finally, for parents and children alike, May can be a trying month with exams looming. Don’t fret though as we have some ideas to lessen the stress for both you and your offspring, whether it is making sure they have plenty of downtime to let off steam or an extra special treat.

FOOD AND DRINK 28 Roast Fillet of Salmon on a Pea and Spinach Risotto with Basil Pesto

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Here’s to a fabulous May - The team at TN Uncovered

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Summer is finally here at

“With every cloud there comes a silver lining,” he beams, “we’ve wanted to create a more snug and welcoming After being completely flooded environment for a while and took this chance to on Christmas Eve with two make improvements”. further floods in January, Landlord Tim and his team It’s not just the building that’s were soaked through and been given a new lease of life. forced to close the popular In the kitchen, Head Chef Dan Copthorne pub. However, Prince has been busy crafting rising from the ruins and after an enticing new menu of an extensive refurbishment, his fantastic seasonal fare The Old House Inn has finally including a new range of reopened its doors. smaller sharing dishes.

Dan, a keen forager, prides Regulars may notice a few himself on sourcing produce changes on their visit – Tim as locally as possible and the has taken full advantage of same goes for these new the opportunity to refurbish smaller plates, “they are not with a completely new bar, beautifully restored restaurant far off the tapas or meze styles of dining,” he explains, “but of and a facelift for each of their course continuing on our six boutique B&B bedrooms. theme of celebrating fantastic local produce”. Expect cod with wild garlic and asparagus, perfectly cooked soft sticky ribs, salt and chili squid with aioli and chicken wings in spicy kimchi sauce.

It was a difficult Christmas to say the least for The Old House Inn.

Head Chef, Dan Prince

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Another notable new addition is the garden pizza oven, “every day that the sun shines, we will be serving mini pizzas ‘pizzetas’ made with a range of delicious toppings such as ricotta, red peppers, pine nuts, capers, chorizo and wild mushrooms.

We’ve also created our own ‘quarto formagi pizzeta’ using only local Sussex cheeses.”

Whether relaxing at the bar with one of their wonderful seasonal ales or dining on fabulous new spring flavours, Tim, Dan and the team are looking forward to welcoming you, “we’re really excited” says Tim, “we can’t wait to welcome back old friends and make new ones too.”

New main courses include risotto with soft cheese and fine herbs and lamb rump with spring vegetables and truffle jus. To make a booking: However, a few old favourites 01342 718 529 remain such as their fantastic info@theoldhouseinn.co.uk beer battered fish and chips www.theoldhouseinn.co.uk and tasty ‘Old House burger’.

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Community Noticeboard Hello and welcome to your May community section!

It’s another busy month packed with goings on, fantastic fundraising and positive local news.

Jubilant about July?

Us too! We’re now working on our July issue so get in touch as soon as possible with your Community Hero nominations, upcoming events and exciting news.

It is YOUR community magazine after all...

This month, I’ve been uncovering all you need to know about TV presenter Davina McCall’s fundraising bike ride, starting in Uckfield on 11th May as well as chatting to local organisers about their exciting summer community events, that you just won’t want to miss!

So, get those diaries ready, pull up a pew and enjoy!

Your community feature writer, Shelley Shelley@mantramagazines.co.uk, 01293 824 088 or write to Mantra Magazines, Unit 32, Rowfant Business Centre, Rowfant, West Sussex, RH10 4NQ

Community Hero: Rosario Gutierrez Just before Xmas our dog Prince was diagnosed with a grade three cancerous Mast Cell Tumour.

I took him to my local vet who operated on him to remove the lump but after the biopsy the lab report showed that a vast number of cancerous cells had been left behind. Things were not looking very promising for Prince and we were told to prepare for the worst.

We were referred to an oncologist who suggested we try a three month course of chemotherapy. This was such a tough decision to make because Prince was so scared of going to the vet and this meant that he would need to be sedated every time for them to administer the chemo.

His chemotherapy drugs were ordered and his first session was scheduled for the following Thursday. A few days later I noticed another lump appearing so I rang Horsebridge who asked me to bring him in immediately.

As soon as Rosario saw the lump she arranged for him to come in the very next day for another operation but this time she explained to me that she was intending to remove a much bigger area so that we had more chance of getting all of the cancerous cells.

She was determined to cure him.

A few days later we received the results of the biopsy and this amazing lady had done as she promised and had removed not only the lump but all of the surrounding cancerous cells.

In a matter of days, we had gone from preparing to say goodbye to him to being cancer free. This woman truly is an angel from heaven.

People like this deserve to be recognised and thanked for all their hard work and dedication. She has completely turned our life around.

On the day of the operation, Rosario let me hold him whilst she gave him his pre-med to sedate him and it was over before he had even realised.

We were referred to Horsebridge Veterinary I collected him later that evening and Practice where we met Rosario and her wonderful team. After speaking to Rosario within two days he was running around chasing his tail much to my dismay. and watching her with Prince I felt so much better. I knew he was in safe hands.

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TV Presenter and Action Medical Research ambassador Davina McCall is asking like-minded local ladies (and a few gentlemen) to join her on 11th May for a fundraising bike ride, starting in Uckfield.

Now in it’s fourth year, the ride which consists of a cool 21 mile route, a classic 40 mile ride or for those of you keen cyclists after even more of a challenge, a champion route covering over 65 miles, is a key fundraising event for Action Medical Research – a charity which researches conditions affecting babies and children.

Soraya Ebrahimi PR Officer for Action Medical Research explains. “Picturesque villages and stunning scenery are par for the course as you clock up the miles on any one of the three distances available.”

Last year alone, 400 women hopped on their bikes and joined Davina to raise over £60,000 to support research into meningitis, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy and premature births and this year the charity is hoping for an even bigger turn out with a special limited number of places for men available to join in the fun.

charity and I want more people to get on their bikes and join us for this special event.

“It’s set in some of Sussex’s most stunning countryside and Action Medical Research provides great support on the day.

There really is a route for everyone, regardless of your current fitness level, and it’s a fun day out for a fantastic cause, so come on, let’s give the boys a run for their money.”

To sign up visit: www.action.org.uk/divasussex There are two entry options available for selection – participants can either pay £30 and raise a minimum of £35 in sponsorship, OR they “You'll ride out from the tranquil Davina, who has supported can pay a flat fee of £55 with the charity, based in nearby grounds of the East Sussex Horsham, West Sussex for many no further money to fundraise.

National Hotel on this bike ride and then quickly descend years says: “As a committed Get limbering up, we’ll see cyclist I can’t think of a better into the quiet lanes of the you at the start line! way to support my favourite surrounding area,”

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Dates for your Diary

With a busy summer fast approaching, here’s all the dates you’ll need to make sure you don’t miss out on exciting community events happening locally: 2nd - 11th May, Mayfield Festival of Music & The Arts

Founded in 1970 to originally raise funds for a new Village Hall, the classical musical festival boasts internationally recognised artists and professional exhibitions, as well as performances from local residents, with this year’s festival hoping to be the best yet. To see this year’s extensive programme visit: www.mayfieldfestival.co.uk.

10th May, Mayfield Mayfair The annual anticipated Mayfair will be back in Mayfield for a Saturday afternoon (1-5pm) of fun for the whole village to enjoy. This year’s theme is ‘Country Fayre’, so pop on down to the High Street for games, food and entertainment, including the ever-popular ‘smash the crockery stall’. To donate unwanted crockery or to volunteer visit: www.mayfieldmayfair.com or chat to Andy Burnett at Burnett’s.

1st June, Uckfield Lions Big Fun Day

Raising money for local charities and organisations, the Lions’ Big Fun Day held on Luxford Field between 1-4pm, will host an exciting events arena, car boot, stalls and refreshments. To find out more, or to ensure your organisation is involved contact: Lion David Cole on: 01825 764755.

11th – 20th July, Uckfield Festival Now in it’s 14th year, Uckfield’s community festival is back, bringing local residents together with a Grand Parade and events on Luxford Field on Saturday 12th July.

The week-long festival boasts a varied programme of events including the Kit Car Grand Prix, Art Trail Exhibition and Murder Mystery evening. Further information available from: www.uckfieldfestival.co.uk.

13th July, Uckfield Lions Fun Run

Join the local Lions team as they run through the picturesque Buxted Park to raise further funds for local causes and organisations. Entry forms available from Chris: 01825 762839.

25th August, Heathfield Le March August’s Bank Holiday Monday would not be the same without Heathfield’s Anglo/French market taking place in Station Road and Station Approach between 9:30am -3:30pm. Boasting a variety of tempting stalls and free entertainment, this is a summer community event you won’t want to miss.

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COMMUNITY

Charities, Clubs, Groups and Organisations MONDAY

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Mayfield Bridge Club Meet in the memorial club between 1:30-5pm.

For further info call Eithne Hodgens 01435 867430 ——————————————————————————————————— Uckfield Singers - Every Monday at 7.30pm in the Belmont Centre next door to the Holy Cross Church.

Open to over 16s and all abilities welcome ——————————————————————————————————— Uckfield and District Dog Training Club We are a Kennel Cub registered society meeting from 7.30 - 10.30 at The Goward Hall, Heathfield.

We run regular 10 week introductory courses for beginners, plus regular classes from beginner to advanced. We hold a Companion Dog Show each year in aid of a local charity and various other club events.

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Phone 01435 864875 for details..

Buxted Park (Duplicate) Bridge Club

Burwash Monday Painters.

We meet weekly on Mondays at 1pm to share our love of painting. We do not have classes but paint subjects devised by the members. We may have a model or a demonstration of technique sometimes.

We are a very friendly group and would welcome anyone who would like to join us. Our website is burwash-monday-painters.com Contact Grace 01435 860848 or Anne 01435 883247

Meets weekly at the Sports Pavilion - 2.00-5.15 pm. £2 per session. Please contact Christina Harvey on 01825 890437 if you’d like to come along.

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British Sugarcraft Guild , Tunbridge Wells Branch Meets every 3rd Monday (except Aug and Dec) at 7.45pm @ St James Infant School, Sandrock Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3PR (the furthest building).

Sugarcraft Demonstrations or workshops at most Extend Exercise Classes (gentle movement to music) meetings, visitors always welcome £5 entry fee. at the State Hall, Station Rd, Heathfield, courtesy of Programme on www.region8bsg.co.uk/diary pages. the Kings Church, between 11.15am and 12.00 For more info call Secretary Janet Creek 01825 723010 ——————————————————————————————————— noon each week. These classes are run by Alison Salters, a qualified instructor (01825 766 293).

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Heathfield Hard of Hearing Group Why not go along to meet others with hearing difficulties in an easy-to-communicate atmosphere? The group meets at the Red Cross Hall in Streatfield Road between 2.00pm and 3.30pm on the second Monday in the month. Different speakers are there each month to talk on a variety of subjects and equipment of help to hard-ofhearing people is demonstrated. You will learn how to communicate with deaf and hardof-hearing people so your friends and family might want to come too. For further information, ring the East Sussex Hearing Resource Centre on 01323 722505.

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Hall from 9.15 to 12.30

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Short Mat Bowls - Nutley Every Tuesday afternoon between 2 and 4pm there is a small, friendly group of 55+ who enjoy a socialable afternoon playing SHORT MAT BOWLS in the Memorial Hall, Nutley. Liz 01825 714609.

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Heathfield Olde Tyme & Modern Sequence Dance Club Every Tuesday evening at Christchurch Hall, Horam from 7.30pm to 10.00pm. Entrance £3 per session including refreshments and a raffle ticket. Further details from Mrs.D French on 01435 864827 or Mrs.P Wakehurst on 01435 863151 ———————————————————————————————————

Uckfield Art Group - “Painting for Pleasure” PJ's Dance Club. Rock & Roll and Swing Jive.

Tuesdays 8pm -10pm £5 per session including We meet every Tuesday evening 7 - 9pm

at the Luxford Centre, Library Way, Uckfield ——————————————————————————————————— Heathfield Market - A regular weekly Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays weekly throughout the year. Tuesdays there is a General Auction at 1100 view from 0830. Free car Park provided near by for Tuesdays. Free entrance. Heathfield Market, Burwash Road, Heathfield. TN21 8RA ——————————————————————————————————— Day Care - The Holdenhurst Centre in Mill Road, Heathfield is open for Day Care between 10.00am and 3.30pm under the supervision of Age UK East Sussex. Door to door transport can be arranged by Age Concern Heathfield. For details, ring Mary Parker of Age UK East Sussex on 01273 476 704.

Heathfield Small Business Network ——————————————————————————————————— The group, established to help small non-high Senior Citizens Lunch - at the Union Church street based companies and self employed people Hall, Station Road, Heathfield, commencing at in Heathfield establish working links meet at the 12.30 pm, £3.50 for 2 courses, tea or coffee. You will Blackboys Inn on the Lewses Rd in Blackboys from get a birthday card and flowers on your birthday, and there's always lots of ""friendly chat"".

12.00- 1.45 on the first Monday of the month, There are new volunteers who are keen to cook Contact Barbara Hibbart on 01435 865135 or for and serve more people. Please call Jean barbara@barbarahibbartcoaching.co.uk ——————————————————————————————————— Plummer on 01435 883 483. Minibus transport Community Coffee Morning - For anyone who from and to your door is only available EVERY would enjoy meeting others from the community. OTHER Tuesday Please ring Clarrie Pont on 01435 Share memories, jigsaws, top tips etc over a hot 813 284 to check.

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——————————————————————————————————— Learn a Craft - or practise with friends: knitting, Burwash Short Mat Bowls Club crochet, decoupage, quilting etc., at Richard's 6.30pm Monday evenings in Burwash Village Hall . Church Hall, Park Road, Heathfield, 1.30 to 3.30pm.

Come and give it a try, new members welcome Every other Tuesday. Call Loraine - 01435 865789.

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Framfield Duplicate Bridge Club meet every Tuesday morning at Framfield Church

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Uckfield Art Group If you fancy yourself as a budding artist you would be very welcome to join the friendly members of Uckfield Art Group on a Tuesday evening. They meet at the Luxford Centre between 7pm and 9pm with a refreshment break half way through. For more information on becoming a member ring Annie on 01825 765021 or look on the website www.uckfieldartgroup.co.uk ———————————————————————————————————

Royal British Legion - Uckfield Branch meet the second Tuesday of each month at 7.00pm in the Uckfield Club, Bell Lane, Uckfield.

Contact Norman Mayers:01825 765878.

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Broad Oak Table Tennis Club Held in Broad Oak Village Hall.

Wednesday 7.30pm, September - May Contact: 01435 862275

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Cross In Hand WI The WI meet in Cross in Hand Village Hall every 4th Wednesday of the month, 2.00 - 4.00 pm.

Contact: Pat on 01435 862161

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Heathfield Drama Club The Club meets on Wednesdays (7.00pm - 8.30pm) at the Community Centre, Sheepsetting Lane, Heathfield.

Contact: Mrs Mary Pearson on 07885 563073 Website: www.tunbridgewellsdramaclub.co.uk

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Uckfield Writers The club meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month at 7.30pm in the Luxford Centre, Library Way, Uckfield.

Contact Jane on 01825 760236.

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COMMUNITY

Charities, Clubs, Groups and Organisations Blackboys Country Market is held at the Blackboys Village Hall, Gun Road, Blackboys.

4th Wednesday of the month 10.30 - 12.00 noon.

There are free refreshments and easy parking.

The Market incorporates a drop-in centre which offers free coffee and biscuits as well as the opportunity to purchase goods from the stalls.

Contact Clarrie Pont on 01435 813284 if 8 or more people would like to use the minibus to visit the market.

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Uckfield Amateur Photographic Society we meet on first and third Thursdays of month at

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the United Reformed Church Hall, New Town, Uckfield. TN22 5AE. 7.45pm for 8pm start.

New members of any standard always welcome.

Heathfield Market - A regular weekly Market on Tuesdays And Saturdays weekly throughout

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the year, with up to 60 stalls to include Fishmonger,

Fruit & Veg and butcher along with the remaining The Wine Circle stalls of Antiques & Collectables and other everyday Meet the third Thursday of every month 7.45pm 10.30pm at Luxford Day Centre, Library Way, Uckfield, TN22 1AR For more information contact Mrs. I. Wright, 01825 508323

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Tots and Toys

items. Free car Park provided on site for Saturdays.

Free entrance. Heathfield Market, Burwash Road, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21 8RA ———————————————————————————————————

Buxted Symphony Orchestra - is looking for new players for the Autumn. Meets Sat. 9.30-11.30 at St. Mary's Church hall, Buxted www.buxtedsymphonyorchestra.org.uk or Frances @peri.co.uk phone 01435862744.

is now offered every other Wednesday at Punnetts Town Village Hall replacing the Friday Lunch in Heathfield at the cricket club. The minibus can still pick you up to get you there for a 12.00pm start and take you home at 2.30pm. To book please contact Mrs. A Kenward on 01435 862618.

Term time only 10.00-11.45am and 1.00-2.45pm.

For fun, crafts, stories and songs. £1.00 for a drink and healthy snack.

Kings Church, Station Road, Heathfield

Rest Christian Centre

Community Centre, Sheepsetting Lane, Heathfield at 7.30pm Enquiries 01435 864633

Broad Oak Short Mat Bowls Club Meet at Broad Oak Village Hall - Sunday 1.45pm -

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Kings Church - We meet every Sunday morning

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Horam & Heathfield Flower Club Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the

Volunteers from the Rest Christian Centre in ——————————————————————————————————— Punnetts Town welcome visitors to a cooked lunch, every third Wednesday of the month - £4 for 2 ——————————————————————————————————— courses including tea or coffee. For the lunch please Community Coffee Morning call Barbara Lovett 01435 882241. A minibus may Held every Friday 10.30am - 12.30pm at Punnetts be provided if sufficient people are interested.

——————————————————————————————————— Town Village Hall.For coffee, cakes, plants, books Performing Arts Classes and lots of friendly facesPunnetts Town Village Hall, Award-winning not for profit company, Intrepid Battle Road, Punnetts Town Theatre, offer high quality performing arts classes For more information: Punnetts Town Village Hall for 4-7s & 7-11s at Broad Oak Village Hall, Committee Maggie Lambert-Gorwyn - Telephone Broad Oak on Wednesdays 5.15pm - 6.45pm. number: 01435 830645 ——————————————————————————————————— For details and to try out please contact, Go Getters Woman's Club- Uckfield Est.973.

Allie West on 01273 476 226 or 07934 362 312 Meetings held in Luxford Centre, Library Way. or email office@intrepidinspires.co.uk ——————————————————————————————————— Every Friday evening from 7.45-10pm.

Cross in Hand Duplicate Bridge Club We have speakers, outings, theatre trips, etc. meet every Wednesday evening at Cost £2 per evening which includes tea and biscuits.

Punnetts Town Village Hall at 6.45pm Contact Shirley 01825 763117 for further details.

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4.15pm. A friendly club which plays in a local league. Contact: Mrs Voinquel 01435 866383

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from 10.30am to 12 noon. We provide a creche for 1-4 years. Kings Kids for primary school children and Focus for school years 7 and up.

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St Thomas à Becket, Framfield Please join us on any or every Sunday for our 10 o'clock service, a really warm welcome awaits you.

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What’s On

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9th May 2014, Thursday, 7.30pm Alcohol treatment services are now available with Horam & Heathfield Flower Club appointments. Non-appointment clinics are held at presents a floral demonstration Heathfield Community Centre, Sheepsetting Lane,

by Mrs Susan Tausig 'Magical Musical on the first and third Friday of each month from Moments' at Heathfield Community 2.00pm - 3.30pm.

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Art and Craft Coffee Mornings Kings Church, Station Rd, Heathfield 10am 12 noon. refreshments - raffle - sales table. Visitors Enjoy art, knitting, quilting, card making etc. or just welcome £5 Ring tel: 01435 810452 ———————————————————————————————————

Uckfield Community Orchestra We’re a group of enthusiastic amateur musicians, who meet once a week to play music in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. We’re open to anyone aged eight and over. We play a wide range of ‘real’ orchestral music, arranged for players up to Grade 4/5 standard. Although we play mainly for fun, we usually aim to give a couple of concerts a year within Uckfield, to give ourselves something to work towards, and raise money for local charities.

We rehearse on Wednesdays (term-time only) from 6.10-8.00 pm at the Foresters Hall, Harcourt Road, Uckfield TN22 5DT. To find out more, or to get in touch, please call Sundari Heller on (01342) 823099 or email info@uckfield-community-orchestra.co.uk

Action For Change Alcohol Team

79 High Street, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 1AS

http://www.meetup.com/Uckfield-pub-group-40/ Or call Bren on 07799 664696

a chat with friends. Everyone welcome.

For more info contact 01435 863786.

11th May 2014, Sunday, 8pm Uckfield Film Society. Journey to Italy.

Director: Roberto Rossellini between 10am-noon at Welcome Baptist Church, Heathfield. Contact Lee Smith 01435 862 110 to Arguably the very greatest of Rossellini’s ——————————————————————————————————— discuss details about this friendly, informal group. films, the piercing study of a marriage on ——————————————————————————————————— THURSDAY Uckfield Pub Group 40+ - This friendly group for the rocks is also one of cinema’s most ——————————————————————————————————— the over 40’s meets monthly on a Friday evening at miraculous love stories.

Free CV Review various Uckfield Pubs. There is a voluntary £1 Bring your CV to the Uckfield Volunteer Centre Uckfield Picture House 01825 764909 Any Thursday from 1pm to 4pm for a free review, charge to cover admin costs. For more details see ——————————————————————————————————— ———————————————————————————————————

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HEALTH AND BEAUTY

The Confidence to Succeed What would you do if you knew you could never fail?

Throughout our lives we are encouraged to succeed, in our studies, in our work and in our daily lives.

Failure, we are always led to believe, is not an option.

Failure leads us to believe that we can’t and perseverance is futile.

Look at it from another perspective!

How many times as a child did you fall down before learning to take those first steps? Or in later years you learned to ride a bike, maybe initially with stabilisers and a parent or guardian by our side, but eventually those stabilisers came off and there was just no stopping you. Maybe along the way you hit a few pot holes but you were always heading forward.

I have recently been invited to become an International Mentor for business women under the guidance of the Cherie Blair Foundation.

It’s an honour to be allowed to be involved in such a worthwhile charity.

Now as a mentor, whether to an international mentee or a hypnotherapy client, you will never find me telling anyone what to do. The person you choose to be your mentor should encourage you to reach your own goal, guiding you through the journey but never directing it.

It really doesn’t matter what job you do or where you are in life’s journey. Sometimes a mentor can encourage you to find your own direction again. If it’s good enough for Richard Branson……

Don’t ever consider it a weakness to ask for some guidance along the way.

As we grow, we forgot these The strongest people are the important learning processes ones that have the confidence we go through as a child. to ask for advice. Use some stabilisers in the form of a We become afraid to ask for mentor and from that crawl help because we feel this is a you’ll soon be up and running weakness. We become afraid of trying through fear of failure around. Face your fears, step out of your comfort and are so often put off from zone, after all that’s where doing things that we haven’t the magic happens. even tried.

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What is hypnotherapy?

Hypnotherapy is a natural state of heightened awareness that occurs within all of us. It allows us to open our minds to beneficial suggestions and allows the client to use their imagination to make positive changes.

A brief way to describe a feeling similar to hypnosis is that moment you've been watching TV and not heard a word that's been said, even though you've been staring straight at the screen.

Alternatively it's the car journey where you wonder how you got to a certain place.

Your mind is on auto-pilot and must have been in control, otherwise there would probably have been an accident.

What can hypnotherapy help with?  Addictions (e.g. nicotine)  Anger management  Anxiety  Blushing  Bruxism (teeth grinding) Chronic Fatigue Syndrome*  Depression  Exam Nerves  Fear of Flying  Food Addiction  Eating Disorders  Gastric Band Hypnotherapy  Insomnia  Internet addiction  Irritable Bowel Syndrome  Low Self Confidence  Low Self-Esteem  Obsessions & Compulsions  Childbirth  Confidence  Fears and phobias  Grief  Habits e.g. nail biting  Health  Memory  Relaxation  Performance  Personal development  Regression  Relationships  Sexual problems  Sleep Disorders  Sports performance  Stress and anxiety  Weight loss

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The nutritional programme that re-sets hormones in order to reach a natural weight.

Tanya, 46, as a trained nutritionist and foodie specialises in a German nutritional programme called Metabolic Balance® which is designed to re-set your hormone levels, particularly insulin, in order to regulate fat storage.

''We are all creating too much insulin, because we eat the wrong foods, and we eat too regularly.

Insulin is a storage hormone that stops us accessing our fat stores. Keep insulin levels low and you create more glucagon, which tells the liver to start burning fat for energy.”

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What is it good for?

Depending on the amount of weight a client has to lose, the first two to three weeks can result in a stone or more in weight loss. Significantly, this is not water or lean muscle loss, as with many diets, but fat.

Who’s a believer?

Boy George is perhaps the most famous MB success story. Tanya herself has coached many clients to a leaner and more healthy lifestyle.

£850 for full programme in Sussex; www.nutritionalvalues.co.uk/metabolicbalance

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HOMES

Wonderful Windows They keep in the warmth and keep out prying eyes, but window treatments are much more than a purely practical addition to a room, says Katherine Sorrell Curtains – where to start The cheapest and most subtle option for hanging curtains is undoubtedly a plastic or metal track. Double tracks can be used to hang both nets and thicker curtains neatly, while triple tracks allow you to use flat panels, perhaps of different fabrics, which can be pulled back and forwards in different combinations depending on the effect you want or how much light you wish to allow in.

The more decorative alternative is a curtain pole – perhaps in see-through acrylic, slender stainless steel or pale-painted wood – and with pretty finials on the ends.

On narrow windows or dormers, portiere (or swing-arm) rods are an alternative to fixed poles, while for a modern effect you could use tension wire, fixed taut within the window opening.

Curtains – fabric and style Whether you prefer minimal panels or swathes of fabric, it is best to take into account the architecture and size of the room, and of the windows, before opting for a particular curtain style. Grander curtains tend to suit larger, period rooms, while simple curtains are often best suited to modern properties. The way in which a curtain hangs is determined by its heading, usually created by a tape which is sewn onto the back of the curtain and pulled to form gentle gathers, smart pleats or a variety of other shapes. For a less formal look, however, there are plenty of alternatives. Tab- and tie-tops are often found on ready-made curtains, though they can be fiddly to draw. Curtains can also be hung from a deep hem which is simply slid

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over a pole, from large eyelets punched in the top (this looks great hung from a tension wire), from clips (magnetic ones are easy to use) or even just from hooks.

Curtains can be made from practically any fabric, depending on your budget. The heavier the fabric, the better it will hold a fold, though very heavy fabrics will be too bulky for smaller windows. Very light fabrics will tend to look floppy unless supported by a lining. Lining is, in fact, always a good idea, as it will not only help the fabric hang neatly, but also protect it from fading, dirt and condensation. Thermal linings help retain heat, and can be as effective as double glazing, while blackout lining also blocks out light and some noise.

Blackout Roman blinds in ‘Kobe’ from The Fabric Box (0844 8118280; www.thefabricbox.co.uk) have been softened with the use of opulent silk curtains.

Prices from £88.59. the bottom and tie in position, show off their reverse, thus offering an attractive combination of two fabrics. When choosing fabrics, mid-weight, not-too-textured fabrics tend to be best for blinds, which need to roll or fold easily against themselves.

Shutters They may not be the obvious choice, and they are almost always more expensive than blinds or simple curtains, but shutters are good-looking Blinds Once considered something of a poor cousin in an unfussy kind of way and suit both old and to curtains, blinds are increasingly fashionable, new properties. Depending on the configuration offering a clean-lined look that is sophisticated of your window, shutters can be made as a and laid-back yet still pleasingly tactile. What’s single pair, bi-fold, tri-fold or whatever will fit, either full-length, half-height (café style), or more, they tend to be far cheaper, as they tier-on-tier, rectangular, tapering or arched in require much less fabric – just the size of shape, and either set within the reveal or folding the window opening, plus hems. There are back against the wall. The plainest, period-type different options to suit different styles of shutters have a timber frame and a solid centre room, many of them easy to make yourself panel – they can be painted any colour and or inexpensive to buy off-the-shelf. A roller complement a Georgian or Victorian home blind in a neutral colour will blend into the extremely well. American shutters have louvres background in a modern, minimal space, that tilt up and down, offering privacy but also or could be used in conjunction with ‘dress’ curtains (fixed either side of the window) in letting in light. Alternatively, for a highly a more formal room. Roman blinds pull up in contemporary effect, it’s possible to have shutters lovely soft folds that give an attractive drape made from sleek aluminium or funky acrylic, which comes in a range of gorgeous colours. without going over the top, while fabric

By Katherine Sorrel roll-up blinds which, literally, roll up from

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• Curtains • Blinds • Cushions• Tracks & Poles • Soft Furnishings Can work with your own fabric Offering a free local measuring service

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Baileybridge provides a turnkey solution for owners of residential properties.

We take a Client’s idea, develop this into a ‘plan’, produce the drawings, take it through the Council’s Planning & Building Regulations Department if required and carry out the building and refurbishment work, or we provide just any part of this process.

Our workforce is employed by the Company.

Architectural work carried out by fully qualified technicians.

Interior Design Architectural & Structural drawings Refurbishment & extensions Home entertainment & automation – Lutron/Crestron Kitchens Bathrooms Bespoke carpentry including Parapan

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Sail Away

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Calm and forever fresh, the nautical look is a constant hot home trend. This spring, be inspired by nostalgic beach days gone-by and go back to basics with materials such as glass, metal and wood.

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Top tip: make the theme your own by adding quirky seaside images or postcards to distressed photo frames to add personality to your home.

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4 1 Sail Away With Me Hanging Sign, M & Co, £7.00 2 Anchors Ahoy Glass Lantern, Paperchase, £10.00 3 Blue Normandy Enamel Style Ceramic Mug, www.dotcomgiftshop.com, £5.95 4 Large Metal Basket, Sainsbury’s, £14.00 5 Nautical Stripe Cushion, Marks and Spencer, £19.50 20 - HOMES

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GARDENS

Keeping Pests at Bay the Natural Way

I garden organically and use biological controls regularly. If your conservatory is also a place where you relax or enjoy a drink or a meal, it is especially important not to fill it with potentially harmful chemicals. To use these controls you will need to make sure that your greenhouse or conservatory is not already packed full of chemical residues - otherwise they may kill the beneficial creatures Greener gardening is not difficult, it is just you are introducing. For whitefly you different. Many infuriating pests can thrive need a tiny parasitic wasp called Encarsia and or red spider mite you need the in greenhouses and conservatories, but predatory Phytoseiulus mite. Introduce there are now many ‘natural’ controls these amongst infested plants and they available in the form of predators and will automatically search out the pests, parasites, which can be purchased soon getting their numbers under control from mail order suppliers (including without you having to lift a finger. www.pippagreenwood.com) and then released indoors. These insects or mites It may sound off-putting to release wasps do a great job of keeping common pests at bay, including whitefly, red spider mite or mites indoors but these little creatures are tiny and will not bite or sting: and mealy bugs. There are also excellent they are only interested in the pests. controls available for slugs and for vine weevils, both of which can be used Biological controls are tricky for garden successfully outside too. centres to stock, as living creatures won’t survive if left sitting on a warm shelf.

Other outdoor pests which can be controlled include leather jackets and chafer Mail order is therefore the best way to buy generally, with your predators or parasites grubs and there is even a control to send ants off in the other direction – wonderful arriving in the post, along with strict if you like to lie on the lawn or enjoy meals instructions for storage and using before the use-by date. in your garden without being nipped!

More and more people have become concerned about using chemicals in the garden, with some gardeners having used chemicals rarely, if at all, for years. Perhaps you are concerned about wildlife and conservation, or using pesticides on plants that children or pets might play near, or that you intend to eat.

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But don’t let this put you off: biological controls are excellent and used by professional growers.

To ensure success you must follow the instructions precisely and make sure you introduce the control when there are only a few pests around. If the air is choked with whitefly it can be a bit too much of an uphill struggle for the tiny little wasps.

But the great thing is that you can relax in the knowledge that you’re not jeopardising any wildlife and that, in many cases, the biological control becomes self-perpetuating as the ‘critters’ you have bought breed and spread. Now that’s what I call useful.

By Pippa Greenwood Visit www.pippagreenwood.com and sign up for her newsletter (and receive a free ebook on organic gardening) and shop from the new products area which offers a great selection of biological controls plus growing frames, cloches, raised bed kits and lots, lots more.

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PROMOTIONAL FEATURE

The Rise of the Urban Fox As a retired Gamekeeper of some 40 years I have noticed that in the last 2 years or so I have had many phone calls from people who have a serious problem with foxes in gardens.

These calls usually follow householders losing chickens, fowl or pet rabbits to attacks by foxes.

Generally these foxes have taken up residence close by, under sheds or decking, sometimes having been encouraged by being fed household scraps.

Apart from being a menace, foxes carry a range of diseases which can affect the health of our pet dogs and children.

Sarcoptic Mange is caused by mites and is highly contagious. It results in extreme irritation and loss of fur and left untreated can prove fatal.

Mange can be passed to dogs from foxes through leaving fur and mites on outbuildings, sheds and posts where they have rubbed their bodies because of the intense itchiness of the infected skin.

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If the infected dog then sleeps on beds or furniture, or plays with toddlers or small children, there will be a heightened risk of transmission.

Fortunately scabies in humans is self-limiting, in that although the mite can burrow under the skin and cause itching, it cannot complete its life cycle on humans and will die within a few weeks.

Toxocariasis is caused by a parasitic roundworm, toxocara canis. Infected animals pass microscopic eggs in their faeces.

Toddlers and babies learning to crawl are most at risk of being infected as they have a habit of putting their hands in their mouths or playing with toys which may have come into contact with infected faeces. If they are swallowed these eggs release larvae into the intestine, which can remain in the body until they die up to several years later.

Advice, assistance and legal solutions for all aspects of pest prevention and control from rats and foxes to larger mammals

It is important to note that as well as clearing up and disposing of fox faeces, it is just as imperative to clear up and dispose of cat and dog faeces as they can also be carriers of this disease.

Colin Taylor - 01825 791 023 Over 40 years experience Based in Horsted Keynes

Weil’s disease (Leptospirosis) - Foxes and rats are also susceptible to Weil’s disease. This is a potentially life threatening condition and can be passed on to domestic pets and humans via contact with their urine.

CRB Approved Fleas and ticks are carried by most foxes, and can be transmitted to our pet dogs, who in turn will deposit larvae and fleas on our furniture and carpets where small children will play.

If you are experiencing problems with unwelcome foxes, I am always happy to help or provide advice, Colin Taylor.

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CHILDREN AND EDUCATION

Beating Exam Stress

The summer exam period, be it A-Levels, GCSEs or SATS, can be one of the most challenging and stressful times for a student and their family. Minimise the effect stress has on your child with our top tips: Eat Eating right has been proven to help both exam performance and anxiety levels in children and young people. Fill them up on balanced carbohydrates, leafy greens and oily fish, and limit the amount of processed foods, fizzy drinks and sweets consumed to avoid mood swings or hyperactivity.

Sleep Like eating, sleep is of vital importance to keep those nerves at bay. Contrary to the eight hour popular belief, the

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NHS actually recommends children aged 11 get 9.5 hours sleep per night, 8.5 for those aged 16 and 8 hours each night for young adults. To ensure that your child winds down before heading off to bed, get them to stop studying and away from the computer at least thirty minutes beforehand.

Talk While it may seem that your child is too busy revising to talk, make sure that they put the books down and step away from the computer for a one-on-one catch up to see how they are coping.

Many students may keep their exam worries to themselves, resulting in headaches, stomach aches and irritability but as they say, a problem shared is a problem halved so get talking!

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Treat Whether it’s a trip to the cinema, an evening out with friends or a little gift, reward your children after every few exams to let them know you recognise how hard they are working. If they aren’t able to take an afternoon off from a busy revision schedule, take time to do something after the stressful exam period is over.

No Pressure Perhaps the most important advice – ensure that your child is under no pressure from their family. As tensions run high, keep positive and avoid any criticism, especially before an exam. After all, an exam can be taken again; it’s not the end of the world if they don’t get the grade that they want!

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FOOD AND DRINK

Roast Fillet of Salmon on a Pea and Spinach Risotto with Basil Pesto.

This simple dish is easy, can be ready in minutes, and is tasty too!

To roast the salmon:

Salmon Fillets 1 Lemon Salt & Pepper A drizzle of Olive Oil

For the risotto:

1 onion, ½ a leek 1 clove of garlic 1 bag of spinach A cup of garden peas 1 carrot 1 small handful of Arborio rice per person 1 Knorr fish or chicken stock cube A glass of white wine

Method Pre heat your oven to 200oc Finely chop all the vegetables for the risotto and sweat them off in a pan nice and gently stirring often. After 3 or 4 minutes add the rice and white wine, reduce the wine until it has nearly gone then only just cover the rice with stock.

Season your fish with the salt, pepper and lemon juice, drizzle with olive oil. Place it on a baking tray skin side up and then pop it in the oven! Keep an eye on it, you want a crispy skin but not over cooked.

Keep the risotto simmering, keep stirring it and adding stock until the rice tastes cooked but not too soft.

For the Pesto put everything in the blender and blitz it into a paste.

That’s it, plate up and enjoy a quick, easy, cheap and tasty meal!

For an in depth guide go to www.sussexchef.com/Blog to see how Chef does it!

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1 bunch of basil Some parmesan ½ a clove of garlic 2 tbsp of olive oil Salt,pepper, a little lemon juice and a few pine nuts 01342 714 274 or 07800 574 441 Visit: www.SussexChef.com Email: info@SussexChef.com

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FOOD AND DRINK

The Rose & Crown is a Grade II listed pub situated in the picturesque village of Mayfield, East Sussex offering traditional hospitality in a modern coaching inn setting. Serving quality, freshly made food with locally sourced ingredients all washed down with fine wines and local ales. Cosy up on one of our sofas or in front of the beautiful inglenook fire, pop in for Sunday lunch or hold your special event with us in our gorgeous private dining room.

Pub Quiz Nights - Open Mic Nights - Live Music Rooms from ÂŁ75 per Night Including Full English Breakfast or Yoghurt, Fruit & Dorset Cereals.

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Call 01435 872200 or Email roseandcrownmayfield@live.co.uk Rose & Crown, Fletching Street, Mayfield, East Sussex TN20 6TE Situated just off the A267 in the East Sussex village of Mayfield less than 10 miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells and 7 miles north of Heathfield.

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ACTION FOR DEAFNESS

Action for Deafness Founded by a group of Deaf and hard of hearing people, Action for Deafness is celebrating 20 years of delivering exemplary services to Deaf and hard of hearing people, this year.

Core funding was secured from West Sussex County Council in April 1994. Twenty years later, the organisation has expanded and now provides a comprehensive range of services for Deaf and hard of hearing people including NHS Audiology services, lip reading classes, Deaf awareness training, sign language classes and an advocacy service. The services are available from two large Resource Centres in Haywards Heath and Worthing which also have a full range of assistive listening devices available for demonstration and sale. The charitable organisation also operates from outreach clinics around West Sussex. Last year alone Action for Deafness saw over 13,000 people for audiology appointments and serviced over 17,000 hearing aids at its drop in clinics.

Action for Deafness is a qualified provider of NHS adult rehabilitation audiology services and was the first provider to gain UKAS accreditation for its audiology facilities.

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It now has six audiology centres across the County. State of the art equipment is used for testing hearing and fitting hearing aids and on going support is always available at any of our centres.

Action for Deafness has a team of dedicated volunteers who run the outreach clinics and can provide home visits to those who are house bound. More than ten million people in the UK have a hearing loss and this number is expected to grow in the coming years so there is much work to be done.

The organisation has already expanded further this year, adding more audiology rooms in Haywards Heath and Worthing. Patient satisfaction is high with 98% of patients saying they would recommend the service to a friend.

To celebrate 20 years of service provision the charity hopes to raise ÂŁ20,000 from fundraising events throughout the year.

More information can be found in our Resource Centres or on line at www.actionfordeafness.org.uk

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INDEX PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Dixon & Company

Chartered Accountants….

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

Local independent firm

specialising in small businesses and personal taxation

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Accounts – Tax Returns Management Advice Payroll Service Debt Management

Phone 01825 891034 for a free consultation

roger@languedoc.co.uk

Unit C3, Bird in Eye Farm, Uckfield

Wills Written Lady Practitioner Free home visit

We also specialise in:

Member of The Society of Will Writers

▪ Living Wills ▪ Lasting Power of Attorney ▪ Advice on protecting your estate should your spouse / partner marry / remarry after your death ▪ Advice on Community Care ▪ Advice on Probate & arrangement of Probate Valuation ▪ Property Clearance ▪ Funeral Care - Including “Green” Funerals

Good Wills

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INDEX Accountants, Dixon & Company, 31 Airport Parking, FHR Airport Services Ltd, 5 Blinds, Blind Design, 7 Building & Maintenance, Reg Mardlin, 21 Conservatories, Icon Roofs Ltd, 23 Curtains and Soft Furnishings, Florence Landais, 19 Domestic Fuels, Geoff Boorman Fuels, 25 Electrician, G & J Electrical Installations, 21 Estate Planning, Good Wills, 31 Farm Shop, The Old Dairy Farm & Shop, 12 Fireplace Showroom, Sussex Fireplace Gallery, 32 Garden Maintenance and Landscape Contractors, Copthorne Garden Services, 22 Golf & Country Club, East Sussex National Golf Resort & Spa, 11 Hearing Care Centre, Action For Deafness, 30 Heating & Energy Solutions, Paynes Heating & Energy Solutions, 21 Hotel and Restaurant, Chequers Inn, 13 Ironing, Iron Maids, 19 Landscaping, Katsura Gardens, 25 Landscaping, P.L.A Landscaping, 25 Mobility Scooters, A B Mobility (Sussex) Limited, 17 Nursery School, St Richards Pre School, 27 Nutritional Food Programme, Nutritional Values, 17 Outdoor Pursuits, Blackland Farm, 27 Pest Control, Pest Control & Advisory Service, 24 Pre-School, Broad Oak Pre-school, 27 Property Refurbishment & Construction, Baileybridge Property Refurbishment & Construction, 19 Public House and Restaurant, Rose & Crown, 29 Reclamation Yard, BDL Holdings Ltd, 25 Restaurant, Old House Inn, 1 Restaurant, Old House Inn, 3 Retirement Home, Holy Cross Priory, 9 Riding School, East View Fruit Farm & Riding Centre, 29 Roof & Gutter Cleaning, Tilley & Co, 21 Solicitor, Tisshaw Family Law Solicitors, 4 Tree Surgeons, Floran Tree, 25 Tree Surgeons, Global Tree Care, 23 Tyre Services, Setyres, 1

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