Essentially Worthing Magazine - April 2011

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Contents

April 2011

4 April Diary – the Essential Guide to what’s happening locally 6 Essential Events – a chance to win opera tickets 7 The EFK Club – cool stuff for kids at Easter 8 Essential Business – make the right contacts and help your business grow 10 Essential Experts – the best advice in town 12 Essential Eating – Easter gifts, marvellous menus and ravishing recipes 15 Essential Charity – the new St Barnabas Hospice opens its doors 16 Essential News – what’s the word on the block?

Essential Gardens – now’s the time to Spring into action 18 Essential Pets – Happy Birthday to Cat’s Whiskers 19 Essential Health – the Denture Detective 20 Essential Care – the Easter Bunny hops along to The Shelley 22 Essential Awards – we visit the Splash Awards 2011 at the Dome 23 Essential Splash – Chris Bailey’s on the move 23 - 25 Essential Directory and Theatre Wordsearch 26 Essential Zodiac – a fun look at your stars in April 27 Dr Sarah has the last word 17

From the Editor

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We made it through the winter! After all those chilly months of waiting, spring is finally here – with clocks going forward, gorgeous pink blossom in parks and gardens, and all kinds of small creatures emerging from winter hibernation to stretch their furry limbs and snuffle off in search of food.

Thinking back towards the end of October – there’s something rather inviting about the thought of hibernation, isn’t there? An old friend of mine always claimed to be on the point of signing up for the whole business, especially (I suspect) the part where you have to lay in vast stores of body fat in order to see you through the winter. Then, presumably groaning under the weight of all those pizzas, burgers and other high carb nosh, you double lock the door, turn off the phones and the alarm – and snuggle in under the duvet. Bliss!

But, wait a minute! Have you turned down the central heating thermostat? No point in wasting energy while you’re in the land of Nod for four months. Suppose it gets really cold and the pipes

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And, come December, whatever’s going to happen when all those Christmas cards start piling through the letterbox, with no chance of a seasonal reply? And, oh heck! Just think how many gazillions of emails you’ll have to wade through in your Inbox on the first day of spring.

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4 Essential Diary

The Essential Guide to Every Tuesday Ladies Ten Pin Bowling, AMF Worthing Bowling Alley, 10.15am – 12 noon. £5.50 for 2 games and coffee (£1 for an extra game). Shoe hire included. For more information call Cathy on 01903 859745 or

Every Wednesday and Friday Woodside Short Mat Bowling Club, Worthing Football Club hall, Woodside Road, 2 – 5pm.

Beginners and new members welcome. Training given. Call Ken Sutton on 01903 693482.

Sue on 01903 208439.

Every Friday

Every Tuesday

Southwick and Shoreham Country Market, Garden Room, Southwick Community Centre, Southwick Street, 9.15 – 11am. Homemade cakes, savouries, jams, honey and free range eggs. Large selection of handmade knitted toys and children’s clothing.

Fiesta Fit, All Saints Church Hall, Cissbury Drive, Findon Valley, 7.15 – 8pm. For more information, call Chris Carter on 01903 263470.

Every Wednesday Fiesta Fit, Heene Gallery, 106 Heene Road, Worthing, 7 – 7.45pm. For more information, call Chris Carter on 01903 263470.

Every Friday

West Worthing Tennis Club,

Littlehampton Market, new location at High Street, Littlehampton (near Gamley’s), 9am – 4pm. 12 stalls with a wide range of produce at affordable prices. For more details, call Littlehampton Town Council on 01903 732063.

Titnore Way, from 1 pm.

Friday April 1

Call 01903 536929 for more

Snake Race, Steyne Gardens, Worthing, 10.30am. Full programme of races followed by snake picnic, 11.45am. Bring your own mouse.

Every Wednesday and Friday Free croquet sessions,

information.

The East Preston & Kingston Royal British Legion Club

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Wednesdays What’s on!!

(in addition to our Meal & Drinks promotions, Raffles and ‘Open the Box’) 30th March, 13th & 27th April

Talent Competition every alternate Wednesday Finals at the end of May 6th April

Line Dancing 20th April

Music Quiz For more details ring 01903 770172 East Preston & Kingston Royal British Legion Club, The Street, East Preston, West Sussex, BN16 1JL

Saturday April 2 Ferring Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show, Ferring Village Hall, 2.30 – 4pm. Tea and cakes, raffle. Entrance 50p to nonmembers.

Sunday April 3 Arundel All-Day Open Pétanque Triples, Arundel Football Club, Mill Road, Arundel, from 9.30am. £5 per head. Refreshments. For more details, call Mike Knight on 01903 501641.

Sunday April 3

Friday April 8

A Spring Selection, Worthing Assembly Hall, 3pm. Seasonal concert by Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra, including works by Rossini, Brahms and Walton.

Tickets £8 – £12 (+ concessions) from Worthing Theatres box office on 01903 206206.

Worthing Stroke Club (Kestro), Goring UR Church Hall, Shaftesbury Avenue, 2pm – 4pm. With ladies’ choir Voices Together. Weekly meetings include exercises, games, chat and refreshments. A club for anyone who has suffered a stroke. For more information call Vic on 01903 240688, or visit www.kestro.wordpress.com

Wednesday April 6 Worthing Friendship Centre, St Michael’s Church Hall, Hayling Rise, 7.15pm. Talk by Stuart Meier on CPRE – Campaign to Protect Rural England. For more information about the club, call Sue Coughlin on 01903 503291.

Wednesday April 6 Sussex Keyboard & Organ Club, Queen Street Centre, Queen Street, Worthing, 7.30pm.

Featuring John Mann in concert.

Visitors welcome, admission £6.

Free parking. Refreshments, raffle. For more details, call 01903 691888

Wednesday April 6 Rowland Singers Easter Concert, Goring UR Church, Shaftesbury Avenue, Goring, 7.30pm. Tickets £8 (children £2) on 01903 238792. www.rowlandsingers.co.uk.

Friday April 8 Songs fromYesteryear. Singalong favourites at The Wheatsheaf Pub, Richmond Road. 5.30-6.30pm.

Hosted by Peter’s Friends – a collection of local musicians. Come and relax and enjoy songs once performed by Max Bygraves, Billy Cotton and Vera Lynn. Admission free. For more information www.petersfriends.org.uk

Saturday April 9 Table Top Sale, Emmanuel Church Centre Hall, St Michael’s / Heene Road, 10am – 12 noon.

In aid of the NSPCC Worthing & Goring District. Admission 20p for buyers. Sellers at 9.30am, £5 per table. For more details, call 01903 232149 or email bvc. church@yahoo.co.uk.

Saturday April 9 Ladies Afternoon, Lancing Parish Hall, 2-5pm. Stalls with jewellery, handbags, accessories, shoes, greetings cards and lots more. Cream teas £1.50.

Tombola. Entrance 50p. Hosted

by Worthing Steyne Rotary Club in aid of Parkinsons UK.

Monday April 11 Southern Classics Society Noggin & Natter, Royal Coach pub on the A259 near Shoreham Airport, 8.15pm.

For classic car enthusiasts – regular meetings on the second Monday of each month.

For more details, visit www.southernclassics.org.uk.

Tuesday April 12 Retired Chartered Engineers Association (RCEA Sussex), Field Place, Durrington,

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what’s on locally 2.30pm. Talk by John Walker From Chemical Engineering to Horology. All welcome. Admission £1 to include tea/coffee.

Wednesday April 13 League of Friends AGM, Zachary Merton Community Hospital, Rustington, 7pm.

Guest speaker Roger Green, Editor of the Littlehampton Gazette. All welcome. Refreshments.

Wednesday April 13 Talent Competition, East Preston and Kingston Royal British Legion Club, The Street, East Preston. Held on alternate Wednesdays. For application forms and further information, call 01903 770172.

Thursday April 14 Phoenix Choir from Zimbabwe, Our Lady of England Church, Monastery Lane, Storrington, 7.30pm. Concert featuring traditional and popular sacred music from Zimbabwe. In aid of St Barnabas. Tickets £8, to include a glass of wine – from Fowlers Estate Agents in Storrington or email hvh1@ btinternet.com.

Saturday April 16 Broadwater Community Association Quiz Night, Parish Rooms, Broadwater, (opposite the Green) 7.30pm.

Tickets £7 members, £7.50 nonmembers, to include a fish and chip supper. Call 01903 522376 to book.

Saturday April 16 Spring Fayre, Ferring Village Hall, 10am -11.30am. Hosted

by Ferring WI. Plants, cakes, books, bric a brac and lots more.

Entrance 50p, to include coffee and biscuits.

Saturday April 16 Car Boot and Table Top Sale, Offington Park Methodist Church, 9am – 2pm. £5 per car/ table, bookable at the Church Office on 01903 205722.

East Worthing,11am. Viewing 9.30-10.30am. Collectables, curios, pictures and lots more.

Sunday April 17 High Salvington Windmill, Furze Road, High Salvington, open from 2.30pm till 5pm.

Guided tours, refreshments and souvenir shop. Adults £1, accompanied children free.

Sunday April 17 Family & Local History Day, Field Place, Durrington, 10am – 4.30pm. Talks, bookstalls, expert advice on research, miniature railway rides. Hosted

by Sussex Family History Group.

Free admission and parking.

Refreshments. www.sfhg.org.uk.

Good Friday April 22 Shoreham Oratorio Choir, St Mary de Haura Church, Shoreham, 7.30 pm. Music for Good Friday, including Stainer’s Crucifixion and Mendelssohn’s Christus Part II. Admission free, with retiring collection.

Tuesday April 26 Royal Wedding Picnic, Broadwater Green, 4 – 9pm.

Entertainment from local DJs Simon Osborne and Dave Hunt.

Mr & Mrs Competition and lots more family fun.

Tuesday April 26 and Thursday April 28 Ten week life drawing courses, Sidney Walter Centre, Sussex Road Worthing, 10am – 12 noon. Call Dudley Sawer on 01903 232746, or visit www. lifedrawingcoursessussex.co.uk

Wednesday April 27 Social Afternoon, Garden Room, Southwick Community Centre, Southwick Street, 2.30pm.

Music Quiz with Clive Hamblin, hosted by the Individual Members Section Southwick Community

Saturday April 16

Association. Raffle. Members

Guild Care GreenHouse Auction, Meadow Road,

£1.50, non-members £2, including tea and biscuits.

Thursday April 28 Matt’s Comedy Club, Dome Function Suite, 8pm. With Joanna Neary, Jenny Lockyer and Russ Bravo. Tickets £8 (£6 concessions) from the usual outlets, including Eclipse and Green Cuisine or call 077200 40456 or 01903 218026.

Saturday April 30 Open Mic Night, Green Cuisine, 37 Rowlands Road, 7.30pm.

Donate £1 per song, in aid of Links International, a charity providing help to developing countries.

LOOKING AHEAD… Saturday May 1 Southwick Spring Fayre, Southwick Square Shopping Centre, 10am – 4pm. Street entertainment, live music, arts and crafts, and lots more.

Wednesday May 4 Worthing Friendship Centre, St Michael’s Church Hall, Hayling Rise, 7.15pm.

AGM followed by a talk by Graham Boots on the Solar System. For more details about the club, call Sue Coughlin on 01903 503291.

Bowls for Beginners Homefield Park Bowling Club, based at Beach House Park is looking for new members.

What’s more, they’re offering free lessons throughout May, on Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from 2pm, so now’s the time to find out about joining.

Current members are of all ages, and once you’ve joined and paid the ground fees, you can use the bowling greens whenever you like – as well as the ones at Field Place and Marine Gardens, during the season, from May to October. You’ll also get free parking at Beach House Park for the duration of the bowls season.

This small, friendly club meets on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays – and their greens are second to none,

often used for the national competitions. Playing bowls is a great way of meeting new people, and doesn’t demand a high level of fitness.

If you’re working full time, the club can arrange evening lessons, and can lend you the correct shoes and woods, so there’s no need to bring anything – except yourself.

Interested in joining?

Call Pam Edwards on 01903 244968, May Laurie on 01903 230368 or Ron Webb on 01903 505876.

And get bowling!

Homefield Park Bowling Club Welcomes new and experienced bowlers. Free lessons for newcomers are available on our world class greens during May. Come and meet us at Beach House Park on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays for a 2pm start.

For more information Pam: 01903 244968 May: 01903 230368 Ron: 01903 505876

6 Essential Events

Springtime crafts in a stunning setting

Beautiful Lancing College is the perfect location for Woodland Crafts to stage their fabulous springtime event – and this year up to 70 craftsmen and women from all over the country will be showing their work and demonstrating a fascinating variety of skills.

Demonstrators include Brian Bromfield with his amazingly detailed military figures, and Andy West who lovingly creates world-famous miniature teddy

Frocks and Frivolity

bears. Check out the gorgeous handmade lamps (pictured) by Christian Wallis, too There are all kinds of delicious speciality foods to sample – and children will love the hugely popular Winnie the Witch and her puppet shows.

It’s all happening on Saturday and Sunday April 9 and 10, from 10.30am to 4.30pm. The event is well signposted from the A27 and parking on site is free.

Admission for adults is £3.50, seniors £3, with accompanied children under 16 free.

If you’d like more information, call 01243 641306 or visit the website at www.woodlandcrafts.co.uk.

Your chance to win tickets for Die Fledermaus, presented by Southwick Opera Fancy dress and hangovers, a mysterious Russian countess and an elaborate trap involving intrigue and revenge – these are the ingredients of Die Fledermaus, Johann Strauss’s exuberant and intoxicating operetta. Composed non-stop in forty-two “nights of veritable rapture”, this is the Waltz King’s most celebrated and popular operetta – and it’s coming to the Barn Theatre, Southwick next month.

Die Fledermaus is performed by Southwick Opera under the musical direction of Simon Gray, and promises to be a feast of infectious fun. And the really good news is – we’ve got a pair of tickets for you to win.

To enter our prize draw, just answer the following question: Die Fledermaus means: a) The Bat b) The Fox c) The Fieldmouse Write your answer on a postcard and send it, together with your contact details, to Essentially Worthing Opera Competition, 7 Phrosso Road, Worthing, BN11 5SJ – to arrive by Friday April 29. The prize is valid for Tuesday May 17 – Thursday May 19. Only one entry per household, please – and don’t forget to include a daytime phone number.

Die Fledermaus runs at the Barn Theatre, Southwick from Tuesday May 17 to Saturday May 21. Tickets from the Barn Theatre Box Office on 01273 597094 or online at www.ticketlord.com/barn.htm

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It’s Gang Show time again at The Pier Pavilion, bringing the usual high standard of good family entertainment – with music from Spamalot, Hairspray, Sister Act and Chicago, plus a mix of comedy sketches, dance and choral pieces.

For 45 years the Scouts and, more recently, Guides of Worthing have presented a programme of new and standard material that would win the approval of Gang Show founder Ralph Reader.

This fantastic lesson in teamwork includes over a hundred youngsters supported

by loyal adults, many of whom have come through the Scouting system and performed in those early shows.

This year’s collection, at each performance, is on behalf of the Queen Alexandra Hospital Home.

Worthing Scout & Guide Gang Show runs at the Pavilion Theatre from Wednesday April 13 to Saturday April 16, at 7.30pm (Wed and Sat matinees at 2.30pm). Tickets from Worthing Theatres box office on 01903 206206 or online at tickets@worthinggangshow. org.uk

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Easter Fun Easter Holiday Workshops at Worthing Museum Tuesday April 19 Cave Paintings & Mighty Mammoths £5 per child aged 8 – 12, 10.30am - noon Thursday April 21 Centurions & Gladiators £5 per child aged 8 – 12 10.30am -noon

It’s not all about chocolate!

There are some great Easter shows in Worthing which are ideal for a young audience.

Here’s our pick.

The Wizard of Oz, Pavilion Theatre, Sunday April 17 & Monday April 18, 2pm and 6pm.

Follow Dorothy ad Toto on a magical adventure for all ages.

With Sarah Fearon – semifinalist in the BBC’s Over the Rainbow – as Dorothy.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Pavilion Theatre, Easter Saturday April 23, 2pm. Can Goldilocks save the three bears from her wicked stepmother?

It’s a nail-biting adventure in the enchanted forest.

Giselle, Connaught Theatre, Thursday April 28 – Saturday April 30, 7.30pm (Saturday matinee at 2.30pm). Performed by the English Youth Ballet with professional and young local dancers. An enchanting tale of love and betrayal – not to be missed.

Ha, Ha, Holmes! Pavilion Theatre, Tuesday April 26, 7.30pm. A brilliant Sherlock spoof, as Holmes and Watson meet the Beast of the Blistervilles.

Tickets for all shows from Worthing Theatres box office on 01903 206206 or online at www.worthingtheatres.co.uk.

Here’s a chance for kids to have fun, get creative and learn some fascinating stuff from history – all at the same time.

Booking is essential, so – call the museum on 01903 221448 between Tuesday and Saturday 10am – 5pm.

Book your child’s nursery place now If you’re looking for childcare in the next academic year, it’s a good idea to get organised in plenty of time.

Now is an ideal time to visit local nurseries, check out the facilities, meet the staff and decide which will be best for your child. And if you’re expecting a new addition to the family, don’t delay. It’s important to book his or her Nursery place well in advance.

Take a look at Woodstock Day Nursery in Farncombe Road, where they’ve been undergoing all sorts of refurbishments to play areas.

The downstairs bathroom has had a complete renovation, too. Now spring has arrived, there’s plenty of fun to be had in the fresh air – and Woodstock has a large safe garden with playhouses, sand pit, water play and climbing

frame. Recent additions to the garden include a new all-weather play area with a storyteller’s chair. There’s a high ratio of qualified staff, and the nursery has its own Early Years Professional, so you can be sure your preschoolers are happy, safe and enjoying life to the full.

To find out more about what Woodstock has to offer babies and pre-schoolers, call 01903 233655.

8 Essential Business

Worthing Business Circle – the Worthing network Build relationships, build business and build the community Strong business relationships are vital in any community, and if you run a small to medium business in the local area, you’ll know how important it is to make the right contacts and get the right referrals to help your business grow. Networking really is the way forward, and there are several local groups offering opportunities to socialise over breakfast and promote your company at the same time.

But what makes Worthing Business Circle so special? Ask its members, and they’ll tell you.

“We believe in networking in a relaxed and informal environment, with no hard sell,” says Keith Preston at Option Hygiene. “Building relationships and trust between members is so important, because this is what generates genuine business referrals.”

“Thanks to the relationships we have built within the membership group we regularly exchange ideas, offer mutual support, encouragement and the occasional challenge,” says Graham Vaughan at Enterprise Actions. “Over the years, we’ve created a network of trusted business contacts we can recommend with confidence.”

Worthing Business Circle has been established in the town for over seven years.

It’s a group of up to 40 local business people, managed by a committee of members who are elected each year during the AGM. The group meets weekly for Wednesday breakfast at Hill Barn Golf Club – an ideal venue that’s close to town and next to the A27, so members can get to work easily after the meeting.

There’s easy, free parking for everyone, too.

“Our Wednesday mornings begin at 7am and officially finish by 8.45am, so you’ve got to be an early riser,” says Chairman Simon Lovering of Eco Innovations “It’s always a great atmosphere, and the perfect way to get to know our networking colleagues. And once every quarter we replace our breakfast meeting with an evening social networking

event, starting around 6.30pm, for those people who function better later in the day!”

Fancy becoming a member?

If you would like to come along as a guest at one of the Worthing Business Circle meetings, please contact the group by email at admin@worthingbusinesscircle.co.uk.

Or take a look at the list of members on the website at www.worthingbusinesscircle.co.uk. Chances are you already know someone in the group who will be more than happy to introduce you as a guest. The group operates a strict policy of one business per category, to avoid clash of interest.

Breakfast will cost you £10, payable on the door.

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Graham Vaughan, Human Resources Consultant Enterprise Actions Ltd 01903 830494 07880716949 www.enterpriseactions.co.uk Julian Wilkins, Chartered Surveyors 43 Cross Lane, Findon, BN14 0UB 01903 872211 info@jwsurveyors.co.uk www.jwsurveyors.co.uk

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Building relationships.

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Richard Tiltman, CTW Financial Services Ltd. 01903 207074 07771 643558 richard@ctwfs.co.uk www.ctwfs.co.uk

Building the community.

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Ham Manor Golf Club, West Drive, Angmering BN16 4JE David Costa 01903 890226 www.thebestof.co.uk worthing@thebestof.co.uk

Carol Pearce C & B Clean Domestic Cleaning Services 01903 261396 07769 755793 bill.pearce50@ntlworld.com Vic Giles IT Consultancy 01903 605930 07789 825414 vic@isvicthere.co.uk

Ken Davies Tel: 01903 872967 14 Hollingbury Gardens, Findon Valley, Worthing BN14 0EF Studio@architecturalalliance.net www.architecturalalliance.net

Debbie Talmage, Lettings Director Martin & Co (Worthing) 82 Teville Road, BN11 1UY 01903 214814 worthing.admin@martinco.com www.worthing-martinco.co.uk Ian Macara 62 The Street, Rustington 23 Warwick Street, Worthing 11 Sea Lane, Ferring

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Claire Love

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Sara Hopkins, Community Liaison Manager The Littlehampton Academy, Hill Road, Littlehampton, BN17 6DQ shopkins@tla.woodard.co.uk 01903 711148

Anne Shrieves Woodstock Day Nursery 1 Farncombe Road, Worthing 01903 233655 www.nestledownchildcare.co.uk

Sally Neil-Smith Heaton House Residential Care Home 01903 700251 Highgrove House Residential Care Home 01903 230487 www.heaton-house.net

Keith Preston Option Hygiene South Ltd. 01903 871276 07872 340980 keith@optionhygiene.co.uk

Rhys Price Director of Enterprise Worthing High School 01903 229272 rprice@worthinghigh.net Jo-Anne Haulkham Spofforths Chartered Accountants A2 Yeoman Gate, Yeoman Way, Worthing, BN13 3QZ 01903 828728 jo-annehaulkham@spofforths.co.uk www.spofforths.co.uk Richard Day Direct Property Maintenance Services Freephone 0800 118 2059 richardday_52@msn.com

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Geoff Raynsford 5 Rings Telecom geoff.raynsford@5ringstelecom.co.uk www.5ringstelecom.co.uk 0845 680 1555 Max Webber H D Tribe Funeral Directors 130 Broadwater Road, Worthing, BN14 8HU 01903 234516 www.hdtribe.co.uk Richard Willis RBS Corporate Banking T: 07917 173286 E: richard.willis@rbs.co.uk www.rbs.co.uk

10 Essential Experts

Stories in Stone Stone masonry is a living art, says Alison Campbell at H D Tribe

Churchyards, cemeteries and their memorials are one of the most valuable sources of local history – telling a story more vividly than many written records. And taking a walk around them brings back the past in a very special way.

At H D Tribe our team of highly experienced and creative masons design and prepare memorials of great beauty. These talented craftsmen take pride in their finished work, ensuring that it is of the highest quality.

We can manufacture any shape, size or design in any material, and all ornaments and designs are interchangeable.

Our large showroom allows you to view the many different materials and memorials available, and we’re happy to advise you. What’s more, we’ll send a layout proof with your estimate so you can see a scaled down version of the memorial and inscription.

The Diocese of each district has regulations on the placement of memorials into each churchyard, which may restrict you in your choice.

They require that all new memorials are in keeping with those from hundreds of years ago – allowing them to blend in with their surroundings. But they do encourage inscriptions about the life of a loved one, rather than just stating names and dates. With our extensive knowledge of these regulations, we can guide you through all aspects of your order.

If you’re choosing a memorial for a loved one, we’ll help you make the very best choice. Our showroom at 26 South Street, Lancing is open 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

Our stonemasons undertake a wide range of work, including headstones, tablets, books, pet plaques, wall plaques, renovations and general maintenance. Call 01903 764426 for more information, or email stonemasons@hdtribe.co.uk.

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Lofty sentiments

Is your attic full of music and fun? asks Tony of Guitars & Vintage Toys to 2pm on Saturdays. You could make your past pay for your future – and make someone else very happy at the same time.

Now is the time to climb that loft ladder, sort through all those souvenirs of your youth and decide if someone else should be enjoying them. We buy and sell electric and acoustic guitars, so whether your Hendrix or James Taylor aspirations are well and truly in the past or just resurfacing, give us a call.

We also have books, records and vintage toys by Hornby,

Tri-ang, Matchbox and other well-loved manufacturers. If you are selling, we’ll give you a fair price and if you’re buying we accept any sensible offer.

It could be that once you’ve cleared a space in the attic, you want to start again with a proper grown-up train track, complete with accessories. Just call in, browse and recapture your childhood.

We are open 9.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am

I’ll take you there – at last year’s prices Let me be your chauffeur, says David Matthew of Absolute Anywhere Having worked as a taxi driver in Worthing and transport manager in my father’s company – which included driving a truck across the UK and Europe – I decided to start my own business and launched Absolute Anywhere in January last year.

I now enjoy driving for the residents of Worthing, especially older folk and those needing to transport pets. I run very clean, luxurious cars at excellent rates and have a ‘call or text back’ service, which can help those with hearing impairment.

Being polite, reliable, smart and organised is very important to my business. I always get out of the car to open the door for my passengers and help with any baggage. Much of my work involves airports and seaport transfers. And the really good

Guitars & Vintage Toys is at 13 New Broadway, Tarring Road. Call 07944 653668.

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Stylish, friendly and inviting We’ve a lot to offer, says Annette of Duncan James Hairdressing

news is – I’ve frozen my prices at last year’s rates. This means I can take you to Gatwick for just £38, to Heathrow or Southampton for £65 or to Stansted for £115.

My work varies greatly, from a trip to the doctor or shopping to taking a bridal party to Grimsby. I chose the name as I am happy to go ‘absolute(ly) anywhere’ – even to Europe.

I’m looking forward to continuing my reliable, flexible chauffeur service to the residents of Worthing and surrounding areas – at last year’s prices.

For more details, visit www. absoluteanywhere.com or call 07765 438 192 to book.

Whatever your hairdressing needs, we believe you will be pleased with our service.

If you regularly have your hair styled or treated, we have great rates and offers to tempt you, but if you haven’t ventured to a hairdresser for a while, you’ll love our friendly welcoming salon in Goring.

We’ve planned our decor to make you feel at home, and you won’t have parking problems to frustrate you.

When the Head First Salon closed, we were delighted to welcome Paula, Gay and Celia together with many of their loyal clients.

We have some great offers.

Monday Madness offers reduced Monday prices, while Silly Saturdays bring the chance of a cut price colour day, with cut and finish from

£50. If you are in doubt, come along for a free, no obligation consultation with one of our experts.

Our opening times are 8.30am to 4pm on weekdays, and 9am to 2pm on Saturdays, but later appointments are available on request.

Duncan James Hairdressing is at 3 St. John’s Parade, Alinora Crescent, Goring.

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12 Essential Eating

Getting it right – keeping it delicious Tradition is firmly on the menu at Tides Restaurant

Regular customers at the awardwinning Tides Restaurant in Aldsworth Avenue know exactly what to expect when they pop in for breakfast or lunch. Traditional dishes, beautifully cooked using fresh ingredients and served in a relaxed, friendly way – that’s the ethos of this top class little eatery, run by husband and wife team Mark and Ali. But here’s something you may not know. On Friday and Saturday evenings, Tides is open for dinner – and the ambience changes dramatically, from daytime bistro to an intimate, candlelit ambience we know you’ll love. There’s a special evening menu – and now spring is finally here, we can’t

wait to sample the Cannon of Spring Lamb, served with olive mash.

It’s a brilliant signature dish for the season.

Dishes like Pork Tenderloin, pan fried with apple brandy and mustard sauce are simple but gorgeous – and the oven baked Cod Fillet, topped with a parsley lemon and parmesan crust is a real must-try.

Theme nights are incredibly popular at Tides, and always fill up quickly, so you need to book well in advance. Just ask at Tides for details.

“It didn’t take a Splash Award last year to highlight our strengths,” says Mark.

“But we were delighted to win – and it’s always good to know when you’re getting something right!”

Book your table on 01903 500040 or online at www.tidesrestaurant.net.

Gifts without guilt A great alternative to chocolate When it comes to ideas for Easter gifts for all ages, Kingsley Coffee in Ferring has the perfect solution – and you can be sure they have done everything possible to be environmentally friendly. From the packaging to the heating, green is their theme.

“We believe in buying British,” says Fiona, “and many items are made by local artists. We even have honey produced in Ferring.”

At this time of year, sometimes you can have too much chocolate, so it’s good to have such an excellent selection of alternatives under one roof.

Take a look at the fabulous artwork and craft items, including wooden boxes, pots and vases, leather-bound

note pads, and jewellery.

The silk flowers are exquisite and you’ll have to look twice to know they aren’t real.

There’s wrapping paper and greetings cards too.

For a really personalised gift, you can decorate a pottery egg. As they come in two halves, you could even put something special inside.

You can choose from two sizes and paints are provided.

There are many other items to choose from in the Pottery Shop area, and children love it.

Kingsley’s has become a popular place for coffee and cakes as well as light lunches.

The wood-burning stove is a cosy focal point next to sofas where you can relax and meet friends.

You’ll find Kingsley Coffee at 50 Ferring Street.

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Hearty and tasty – at Goring Café

When you’re really hungry, it’s good to know a local eatery that’s open seven days a week, serving satisfying meals at bargain prices. Goring Café, right at the heart of the Mulberry in Goring Road, already has a strong reputation with its regular customers, and if you haven’t yet discovered the delights of its hearty menu, it’s about time you did.

There’s a fantastic range of sandwiches, omelettes, grills, burgers, jacket potatoes and salads – with a special kids’ menu serving dishes at £2.70

for the undertens. If you’re a fan of all-day breakfasts – and who isn’t? – try the Mega Set Breakfast. It’s got absolutely everything for just £6, and you won’t need to eat again for the rest of the day.

Sunday roasts are a speciality, too. They’re all served with roast potatoes and three vegetables – and at just £5.50

Inside job We’ve just heard the really good news that Coast Café on the beach near Splash Point has been completely refurbished.

Now you can enjoy excellent food and coffee inside or out, with some of the best beach views in Worthing. Coast will soon be open in the evenings, too – and plans are afoot for a brand new menu.

For sporty types, Worthing Sand Courts are newly launched – with weekly sessions of Beach Volleyball, Beach Tennis and Footvolley. Bookings are now being taken – so ask at Coast.

And while you’re in the locale, pop in for a browse at East Beach Studios, where you’ll see work by several new local artists. The work at Splash Point is now complete – so check out the rainbow mist fountain, hidden etchings and lighted trees. How gorgeous is that for a spring stroll?

Call Coast on 01903 531012 – or just pop in.

they’re a delicious bargain.

The café has a friendly, cheerful atmosphere, with prompt, efficient service delivered with a smile.

There’s a full takeaway service, too.

Goring Café at 282 Goring Road is open seven days a week, from 7.30am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and from 8am to 4pm on Sunday. Pop in soon, or call 01903 506868 to place your takeaway order.

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Rhubarb and cinnamon cake FOOD TRIVIA

By Jane Baxter, Riverford Field Kitchen

This one’s just for fun. Answers below.

1) What was invented at Strickler’s Drug Store in Pennsylvania in 1904?

2) What is the difference between dried currants and fresh currants?

3) Americans know them as bounceberries. How did they get this name, and what are they more commonly known as?

4) How many squirts does it take to get a gallon of milk from a cow?

5) ‘The Flower of Kent is a variety of which fruit? And which historical event is said to be connected with it?

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ANSWERS: 1) The banana split. 2) Dried currants are small raisins – the dried fruit of the Zante grape. Fresh currants (red, pink, black and white) are the fruits of plants in the gooseberry family.

3) Believe it or not – good, ripe cranberries will bounce.

Bounceberry is another name for them. 4) About 350.

5) A large, green skinned apple. It’s thought to have been the variety that struck Sir Isaac Newton.

250ml crème fraîche zest + juice of 1 orange 400g rhubarb, cut into 1cm pieces For the topping: 45g brown sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Preheat oven to 180°C/gas 4. Grease a 24cm springform tin with butter, and dust with a little flour. In a food processor, cream the butter with the sugar, then add the eggs and vanilla. Sift the remaining flour, salt, bicarbonate of soda and cinnamon into a bowl, add to food processor and pulse a few times to combine.

Add orange zest and juice and crème fraîche. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in the rhubarb. Transfer to the prepared tin. Mix the topping ingredients and sprinkle over the cake. Bake for 75 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Serve warm or cold, with custard or cream and extra stewed or roasted rhubarb.

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St Barnabas House – a sanctuary and safe haven The brand new hospice opens its doors in Titnore Lane

We have moved into our brand new, purpose-built hospice and our new contact details are: St Barnabas House, Titnore Lane, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 6NZ Telephone: 01903 706300 • Fax: 01903 706398 Email: enquiries@stbh.org.uk Website: www.stbh.org.uk

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There are also special family rooms enabling relatives to stay with their loved ones.

The Day Hospice is much bigger, with an increase in the number of patients attending from 14 to 18 each day. There is also a dedicated art room, private treatment rooms for physiotherapy and complementary therapy and individual consultation rooms.

There is a private entrance for patients and direct access to the beautiful gardens surrounding the new hospice – providing a tranquil sanctuary for patients and their relatives.

This landmark building cost £13.5 million with state of the art facilities to enable St Barnabas to provide the very best in hospice care. Although the charity has achieved its dream of a brand new hospice, it still needs to pay for this care. Patients and families are never charged for the care they receive. It will cost nearly £4 million each year to provide the service, with less than a third of

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St Barnabas House has been providing specialist palliative care for local people and their families for almost 40 years – and now, with the opening of a superb new, purpose-built hospice, months of planning and careful financial management have finally come to fruition.

The new building, set in tranquil surroundings in Titnore Lane is less than a mile away from the hospice’s previous location in Columbia Drive. It’s all set to provide care at the highest level.

“At St Barnabas, our aim is to ensure that the comfort and dignity of our patients is at the heart of everything we do,” says Chief Executive, Hugh Lowson (pictured). “Through consultations with our patients, their families, our staff and volunteers and other healthcare professionals, we’re confident that the new building will be the very best for everyone who uses the hospice.”

The number of in-patient beds has increased to 20, with accommodation in beautifully furnished single en suite rooms, providing patients with greater

this coming from government funding – so the hospice relies heavily on the help and support of the local community.

“Thanks to the tremendous generosity of individual supporters, clubs, schools, groups, trusts and companies, we have been able to achieve our dream of creating a hospice that embraces the very best in palliative care,” Hugh Lowson told us. “What’s more, it will ensure that St Barnabas continues to provide this vital care for many generations to come.”

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Share the care – a great way to help families with disabled children

Caring for a child or young person with a disability is demanding, so sharing the care – even for a short time – can make a big difference. There’s a real need for more short break carers to help disabled children and their families in the county, and you may already have seen posters from West Sussex County Council at your local school, hospital, health centre or library.

“Short break carers come from a wide range of ages and backgrounds,” says Peter Evans, Cabinet Member for Children and Families. “The most important quality is to

share a love of working with children – and we’re looking for new carers. The amount of time you give is very flexible and can be anything from a few hours a week, to an overnight stay once a month.”

Short break carers have access to a comprehensive training programme, which includes how to care for a specific child’s needs, and are paid either for overnight stays or an hourly rate if care is during the day.

Like to find out more?

Contact the Fostering Recruitment Team on 01403 229333.

Barking at the moon New late night opening for visitors at Dogs Trust Shoreham

There are so many friendly mutts at the re-homing centre, all looking for a loving home, that Dogs Trust Shoreham is introducing new late night opening for visitors. From April 6 right through until the end of September Dogs Trust will be open until 7pm every Wednesday evening.

“We have dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes here – pedigrees and crossbreeds – and they’re all searching

for their perfect match,” says Tracey Rae, Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Manager.

“We’re hoping these extended opening hours mean that more people will consider paying us a visit after work.”

And to kick start the new opening times on April 6, there will be free refreshments to welcome you. Think tea, cake and a look at some lovely dogs – could be the perfect way to spend an evening!

Dogs Trust Shoreham cares for around 70 dogs at any one time. The Rehoming Centre is open from 12pm – 4pm (any day except Monday when the centre is closed) and until 7pm on Wednesday from April 6.

If you’d like to find out more about re-homing a rescue dog, call Dogs Trust Shoreham Re-homing Centre on 01273 452576 or visit the centre on Brighton Road.

Fantastic fans Carol Wagstaff’s exhibition in the Norwood Gallery at Worthing Museum and Art Gallery

Cockade by Carol Wagstaff Sussex based artist and printmaker Carol Wagstaff has been behind the scenes at Worthing Museum and Art Gallery to discover a stunning fine art and fan collection.

She found over 300 fans from China and Europe in the Museum which were used in different ways. In the Far East, fans were an important part of everyday life, especially in ceremonial functions. In the royal courts of Europe they were used for sending coded messages.

Carol studied the paintings of Charles Morris and the fan collection – and created drawings and paintings based on the stories or patterns she

saw. Now there’s a fan-tastic chance for you to see some of the historic fans and paintings alongside Carol’s paintings.

“As a child I was given a Japanese fan which fascinated me and fuelled my interest in the objects and culture of the Far East,” explains Carol.

“One of the Chinese proverbs that gives meaning to the fan is To Call the Wind, to Strike a Butterfly which I thought was charming. It encapsulates perfectly the language of the fan.”

To Call the Wind, to Strike a Butterfly runs at Worthing Museum until July 9, so there’s plenty of time for a browse.

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Conservatory comfort Planning a lazy summer? Garden Xtras have it sorted

Remember what sunshine looks like? Those lazy, crazy days of summer are just around the corner – and there’s no better way to spend them than by relaxing in your conservatory or garden with a good book and a long glass of something cool. So why not plan your lazy summer now, and treat yourself to some beautifully comfy garden and conservatory furniture?

The really good news is – Garden Xtras at Lancing Business Park have now re-opened, and have a range of suites on display.

It’s a great place to browse and choose something that’s exactly

right for you and your family.

What’s more, most of the suites you’ll see are available from stock, and there’s a speedy local delivery service.

Some are flat-packed, and you can carry away immediately.

You’ll also find a varied range of garden ornaments and accessories – including, pots, planters, bird feeders, trellises and lots more. In fact, if it doesn’t grow, but you need it in your garden, pop into Garden Xtras.

For more details, call Stephen, Bridget or Maxine on 01903 756565.

Keen on green?

Southwick Nursery has it all Looking for the best ways to keep your garden green and in good shape? At Southwick Nursery you’ll find everything you need – from traditional hanging baskets, terracotta pots and tubs, to bedding plants, vegetables and compost.

This well established, family run garden centre prides itself on a top quality service to the local community – and because they’ve been in business for over 14 years, they really know what they’re talking about.

Southwick Nursery offers a wide range of excellent home grown horticultural products,

and supplies landscapers, local gardening businesses and general garden enthusiasts right across our area. And if you need advice on soil conditions, planting or any other gardening queries, they’re more than happy to help. There’s a good delivery service, too.

Southwick Nursery is open Monday to Saturday from 9am – 5pm, and on Sundays from 10am – 4pm. They’re also open Bank Holidays.

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One year old and going strong – they’re definitely the Cat’s Whiskers

In April last year we announced the opening of a just-for-cats veterinary practice in South Farm Road and we’re delighted to be wishing them Happy Birthday. Their reputation has grown and however busy they are, owners Amanda Nicholls MRCVS (Veterinary Surgeon) and Kelly Goss (Practice Manager) will always greet you with a smile. Their nursing team (Laura Nutley RVN – Veterinary Nurse, Julie Jasper – Senior Feline Adviser, and Rosemary Burns – Cat Care Assistant) are

on hand to help too.

At Cat’s Whiskers Veterinary Clinic, they believe a proactive, preventative approach to a cat’s healthcare is far better than waiting until he or she is vulnerable, ill or suffering. They want to make responsible pet ownership simple and affordable, so have designed Pet Health Plans which are tailored to your cat’s needs. The plans cover year round preventative treatments – vaccinations, flea and worming treatments, regular health checks and nail clips.

The 15 or 30 minute appointments allow your cat a chance to settle in and relax before being examined. This provides time for you to discuss your cat’s health in detail with the vet or nurse. All consultations include a full health check.

There’s a range of medical and surgical services from vaccinations and wellness checks to neutering, dental work and medical investigations and staff can give you tips on preparing your cat for a visit to the vet and even diffuse cat specific pheromone scents (Feliway) for a calming effect.

Cat’s Whiskers Veterinary Clinic at 125 South Farm Road, is open 6 days a week with a 24 hour emergency service.

Call 01903 830 577, email info@ cwvet.co.uk or visit www. cwvet.co.uk for information and help. You can also register your cat online and receive 10% off your first visit.

Catnip – an Easter treat for your cat

Chocolate is toxic to cats so how about a catnip treat for Easter?

Catnip is a perennial herb of the mint family found growing throughout the world.

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Essential Health 19

The Denture Detective

Uncomfortable dentures are a crime. If they’re loose or illfitting, your dentures can ruin a meal, make conversation difficult and adversely affect your life in a big way. That’s why you need an expert who can track down those problems and solve them for you.

“Don’t suffer in silence,” says Paul Cullen, Clinical Dental Technician at The Denture Studio. “Whatever your denture problem may be, I’ll find the answer.”

Paul is based in East Grinstead, but makes home visits with free initial consultation all over the Essentially Worthing area.

This means he can assess exactly what you need and give the best advice without you needing to stir from your favourite armchair – from first visit to final fitting.

Sherlock could be his middle name!

Put an end to criminal dentures, and give Paul a call on 01342 322171. Although The Denture Studio address has changed, the phone number remains the same. You’ll now find the practice at The Old Mill, 45 London Road, East Grinstead, RH19 1AW.

If only i’d gone to...

Stop the flow If you suffer from nosebleeds, here’s what to do.

Blow the clot out and then stop. Give your nose one – and only one – vigorous blow to dislodge any clots which could be keeping the blood vessel open. Don’t blow again for at least 12 hours.

Pinch the fleshy part of your nose. Apply continuous pressure for five to seven minutes.

Sit up straight. If blood is trickling down the back of your nose into your mouth, lean forward slightly and spit into a bowl.

Apply ice. An ice pack on the bridge of the nose can narrow the blood vessels and reduce bleeding.

Painful Corns?

Tough Toenails?

Simply can’t reach?

Full Foot Care Home Visits Experienced and Professional CRB Checked Discounts for joint bookings

Georgina Downs

01273 262853

Dip.CFHP Dip.CTEC MPS Pract

Member of Private Sector Practitioners

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          over 60’s

the denture studio The Quality Denture Specialist

01342 322171

All dentures constructed by registered qualified members of the General Dental Council

Core Stability Postural Awareness Illness/Injury Rehab Classes in and around General Classes: Worthing & Adur Gentle, Fun, Safe Call Kerrie on Specialised Groups 07983 239443 / 01903 871338 Mobility & Posture Independence Rehabilitation

Stroke Parkinsons

Fully Qualified & Insured Instructor

Back Care Classes Personal Training Breast Cancer Rehab

Small Classes Referals Welcome Individual Attention Guaranteed

20 Essential Care

Hopping along to the Shelley Those Easter bunnies are paying a special visit

Residents at the Shelley are all set for a brilliant Easter this month – with all kinds of treats, celebrations and events planned by Fiona and Peter, their inventive activities team. This top class residential care home always makes sure there are fabulous decorations throughout the year, and this month residents will find large Easter wreaths decorated with eggs, and fetchingly dressed

boy and girl bunnies – complete with carrots, of course – popping up all over the place.

“Who says decorations are only for Christmas?” says Marlene. “I love them for all kinds of special occasions, and so do the residents. They certainly generate plenty of egg-citement!”

There’s an Egg Hunt, where two teams of residents compete to solve a number of cryptic

clues, and then instruct the staff on where to hunt. There’s also an Egg Head competition, with a chance for arty types to design their own decorated egg.

“Designs vary enormously, from funny faces to geometric patterns to seriously artistic efforts,” says Marlene, owner of the Shelley. “And, of course, there’s a chance to design and make cards, too, to send to relatives and friends.”

Ex-chef Peter has been running a series of fortnightly tasting sessions for some time now – and these are proving a huge hit, with something new and exciting to try each time.

But there are no prizes for guessing what’s on the tasting agenda for Easter.

“Chocolate is a winner,” says Peter. “As with all our tasting sessions, everyone gets an information sheet about the

different types of chocolate, and a score sheet to record their preferences. No-one’s going to want to miss out on this!”

Easter morning always starts with a trip to the early morning church service, for those who want to go. And all staff and residents are given their own Easter egg.

“Easter is the perfect time to think about new beginnings, re-birth, young lambs, the magic of spring flowers and all those lovely optimistic things that make life worth living,” says Marlene. “And if you can have hot cross buns for tea, as well – that’s just the tops, isn’t it?”

Looking for a care home that’s different?

Whether you are looking for yourself or a relative, come take a look at The Shelley, you will not be disappointed

54 Shelley Road

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Essential Care 21 FREEDOM with MOBILITY VISIT YOUR LOCAL SHOWROOM OR BOOK A HOME VISIT

● new & secondhand scooters ● wheelchairs & walking aids

● servicing & repairs

here’s a selection of top local care homes and services.

● short term hire ● bathing aids

● lightweight powered bicycles

when you’re looking for residential care for a loved one, it’s important to find a place where they’ll be happy and content.

● stairlifts

10 Station Parade, South St., Lancing 01903 765353

1 Sea Lane, Rustington 01903 774030

263 Goring Road, Worthing 01903 505655 www.guardianmobility.co.uk

24 hour nursing care - fully qualified staff Privately owned for 25 years All rooms en-suite All rooms equipped with TV and intercom Fresh food prepared daily Special diets catered for Hairdressing salon

Close to Worthing seafront and all amenities Entertainment and activities Lounge Dining room Passenger lifts Large west facing patio

E-mail: info@thebeechesnursinghome.co.uk www.thebeechesnursinghome.co.uk 45 Wordworth Road, Worthing Tel: Worthing (01903) 239875

Close to the heart of Worthing, Wraysbury House is a new elegant care home just a stone’s throw from the sea. Recently refurbished to the highest standards, it retains many period features of the property, giving it a wonderful country house feel.

• • • • • •

Beautiful lounge Elegant dining room Cosy library Many period features Bright and sunny conservatory Pretty secluded gardens

Luxury EMI Residential Care Home 2 Beccles Road, Worthing Tel: 01903 233539 info@wraysburyhouse.co.uk www.wraysburyhouse.co.uk

22 Essential Awards

Worthing’s unsung heroes – it’s the Splash Awards 2011 Awards Sponsors

Photo: Studio IV

Pioneers of cuisine and service

Courage Award – Shane Wallace From top local businesses to special individuals, from sports teams to brilliant charities – Worthing proves once again that our town has it all. At the Splash FM Awards ceremony last month, a glittering event held at the iconic Dome Cinema, the stories we heard were so heart-warming there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.

The ceremony, hosted by Paul Williams and Anna B, was held on Thursday March 17 and honoured all kinds of people in 16 different categories. Take a look at the winners – and be inspired by these fantastic local achievements.

Dad of the Year – Scott Melhuish Although seriously disabled with a chronic bowel condition, Scott’s love for his four children shines out.

Shane has been described as “a very caring man with a heart of gold.” He devoted his life to caring for both parents until their deaths, and although diagnosed with cancer, now looks after his disabled brother.

Top Teacher – Brian Thomas Mr Thomas is a Year 7 teacher at Durrington Middle School. His pupils tell us he’s simply “the best”

Restaurant of the Year – Food For superb food, always fresh and beautifully served, Food in New Street, Worthing, has an unparalleled reputation.

Fundraiser of the year – Luke Young

Charity of the Year – St Barnabas Hospice

Luke, a High School student, doesn’t let youth stand in his way when it comes to fundraising. His initiatives have resulted in hundreds of pounds being raised for a number of charities.

St Barnabas is close to the heart of many local people, not only to those who need palliative care, but also to their friends and families.

Pub of the year – Bar Release For good food, a great atmosphere and a range of cocktails described by its clientele as “amazing”, Bar Release is a worthy winner.

Chris Copsey Gold Award – Lucy Keefe The mother of child with Downs Syndrome, Lucy runs a successful swim school for children with special needs.

Best New Business – Green Cuisine

Lifetime Achievement Award – Sharon and Steve Burt

This excellent restaurant opened last July and has since built a strong reputation for delicious and healthy vegetarian and vegan food. using sustainable, locally sourced ingredients.

Ex-metropolitan police officers Sharon and Steve are an exceptional couple, fostering hundreds of children over the past 25 years.

Sporting Star – Harrison Reed

Best Business – Kardinal Healthcare

Aged 15, Harrison has played for the Southampton Under 18 team, and has recently been offered a professional football contract.

Run by husband and wife team Helen and Carl Hancorn, this homecare agency is a real success story.

Sporting Team – Shoreham Youth Team

Best Friend – Sheena Sivyer

This group of eight youngsters are all under 18, and faced the huge challenge of keelboat racing at the top level.

Jean Barnard, who nominated Sheena, told us no-one could have a better friend. After Jean lost her husband in a road accident, Sheena provided all kinds of emotional and practical support.

Mum of the Year – Wendy Robinson Single Mum Wendy works tirelessly to care for her son, Mark, who is wheelchair bound. Her devotion and dignity in the face of tough challenges are second to none.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION: Rowland Gibson

(posthumous) Rowland died suddenly last year aged 48, and is remembered by many as an outstanding example of courage, dedication and resourcefulness. Despite severe physical disabilities, Rowland raised over £63,000 for the Mayor’s charities.

Essential Splash 23

Moving Story It’s amazing what you find in other people’s houses, says Chris Bailey I’ve never considered myself to be a nosey person. I don’t normally stand with a notepad watching the neighbours come and go – and I’m sure they’ll be pleased to hear this. However, after recent experiences I think all that may have changed.

You see, I’m going though what most people suggest is the most stressful thing in life.

I am moving house.

Firstly, though, I had to tackle the quest to find the house to move to. This, as far as I’m concerned, is the fun bit. You get to see inside people’s houses, into people’s lives. Perfect strangers let you in their home and allow – no, encourage – you to stick your head into cupboards, peer behind normally closed doors and generally root around their homes. It’s an experience with all the fun of Come Dine With Me, without actually having to cook a meal.

You do see some sights, though, don’t you? Some of the houses you view you’ll remember forever. Sometimes because of the meticulous decor, stylish ornaments and chic furniture, you get that sinking feeling, and realise that, despite the number of times you visit the Ideal Home Exhibition, you will never be able to recreate anything which even comes close.

Others are memorable for very different reasons.

Considering the houses I viewed are right in the Worthing area, and some of the owners may well be leafing through these pages as we speak, I’ll choose my words with care, preferring not to meet an angry mob when I leave the Splash studio.

There was the house with the empty hall cupboard – empty that is, apart from some bolt croppers.

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GOOD HOMES ALWAYS NEEDED FOR DOGS, CATS, RABBITS, GUINEA PIGS ETC Please support us, we are open to the public Sundays 1 – 4pm Donations desperately needed for food & Vet bills.

Tel: 01903 872734 Mobile 07904 476819 (no answerfone, we’re never far away) Charity No.1096231

www.pawsanimalsanctuaryfindon.co.uk

WORTHING CAT WELFARE TRUST

Variety of cats awaiting loving homes Our OAPs (Old Age Pusscats) come with no vet’s bills Moggie minding service

Dennis – our cat of the month

For further details call 01903 202251 E: iris.green@worthingcatwelfare.co.uk www.worthingcatwelfare.co.uk Charity Number 1049596

ANIMAL RESCUE

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YOUR local Animal Charity

The Rescue & Rehoming of domestic animals The Rescue & Rehabilitation of wildlife Your donations, membership, legacies & fund raising keep us running.

01903 217788 www.wadars.co.uk

ANTIQUES

Sussex Coin Company

We Buy and Sell Coins, Medals, Military Items, War Souvenirs, Old Gold and Silver 20 New Broadway, Tarring Road, Worthing, BN11 4HP. 01903 232080 Mobile: 07765 700508 Open Mondays 9.30 - 3.30pm, Tuesday and Fridays 10am - 1pm and 2.30 - 4.30pm Home visits arranged email: sussexcoins@aol.com

Then there was the house in complete darkness as the family sat on the sofa watching a DVD. And they remained sitting on the sofa, in silent darkness, while we picked our way over their feet and peered into the gloom of the room murmuring the usual tactful comments. (“It’s a good size.”)

And the welcoming mum who asked us (very politely) to be extra quiet when viewing the back bedroom, as her teenage son was still fast asleep in the bed after a heavy night out.

This wouldn’t have been quite so bad if it hadn’t been mid-afternoon at the time.

I’m very happy to say we’ve now found on the perfect house in Broadwater and if nothing drastic goes amiss, we’ll be settled by the summer. So if you see us moving in next door, feel free to twitch those

net curtains and embrace the nosiness! I’m saying this in the true spirit of neighbourliness.

Anything else might feel hypocritical.

Catch Chris Bailey on Splash FM weekday evenings (7pm till midnight) and Saturday mid morning (10am-2pm)

Directory boxes cost from £32 plus VAT for a 4cm box. 10% discount for a series of six.

Includes design. Just call us on 01903 244700

COMPUTER SHOP

CONSUMABLES

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Computers Limited

■ New & refurbished computers & laptops ■ Repairs ■ Advice and Support Open Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 9am – 5.30pm Wednesday 9am – 1pm

Call Alex on 01903 236 761 105 South Farm Road ■ Worthing ■ BN14 7AX

info@ezecomputers.co.uk www.ezecomputers.co.uk

COMPUTER TRAINING ONE TO ONE COMPUTER TRAINING

For all standards & ages (especially over 50s) Learn to use a computer at your pace in your home

Learn how to email friends & family Help with buying your computer Manage your digital camera & photos Set up and use the internet Solve i-pod, i-phone, i-pad issues Design databases and seasonal cards Mobiles, Skype, Facebook, vouchers Troubleshoot problems Call Julie Knott for more info

07914 361542

DIGITAL SERVICES

24 Essential Directory HEALTH & BEAUTY Does your relationship with food rule your life?

HOUSEHOLD GOODS WANTED

24/7/08

Full and part house clearance carried out efficiently and sympathetically.

Thank you for helping us fight heart and circulatory disease, the UK’s biggest killer.

To arrange for your FREE quotation please call the number below:

15:26

Chiropody

0844 499 4177 Page 43-45 Chapel Road,

Worthing BN11 1EG Calls cost 5p per minute from a BT landline.

Charges from other providers and mobiles may vary.

Registered Charity Number 225971 bhf.org.uk

A professional service solving all your cleaning and ironing needs • • • • • •

Reliable, friendly service Fully insured, local cleaners Regular and one off cleans Builders and end of tenancy cleans Regular cleans from £9.75 per hour Special rates for OAPs

Call Chris on 0800 917 6749 or 07944 015 385 Visit us at www.dollychar.com

PAULA POOLE M.S.S.Ch., M.B.Ch.A.

CHIROPODIST

HOME VISITS or SURGERY IN GORING/FERRING Tel: 01903 504247 Mobile: 07990 898 099

HOUSEHOLD GOODS WANTED

We Need Your Unwanted Furniture

Your donations of furniture, electrical goods and Bric-a-Brac will help us raise funds for our Community Programme helping people here in Worthing.

• Specialist Carpet, Upholstery and Rug cleaning • Gutter Clearance/Cleaning • Drive and Patio cleaning • Window Upvc/Conservatory Cleaning

for FREE collection

01903 521 365 • 07917 407 329

Call 01903 750594

The Salvation Army is a Christian Church and a Registered Charity www.salvationarmy.org.uk/worthing

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

We always need good quality donations for our charity shops especially furniture

ADUR FURNITURE NETWORK Your local recycle/reuse charitable organisation providing for local people in need.

We need your unwanted good quality furniture & white goods don’t dump… donate from one item to full or partial house clearance.

FREE COLLECTIONS

usually within 24 / 48 hours. 01273 441700 Visit our shops at 378/380 Brighton Road, or Revival, 22 Brunswick Road, Shoreham Monday to Friday 10 to 5pm & Saturday 10 to 3pm www.adurfn1.org.uk email info@adurfn1.org.uk

Alarms, CCTV and Intercoms NO VAT Free Quotation 01903 550138 arundelalarms@btinternet.com www.arundelalarms.co.uk

Builders

Goldenseal Construction Home improvement refurbishment specialists.

All aspects of general building from design to completion.

148 Palmer Road, Littlehampton carl@goldensealuk.com www.goldensealuk.com

Tel: 01903 772036

Central Heating

www.lrbcleaningservices.co.uk

Domestic Appliances

£50

John Godfrey

01903 505271 mobile: 0791 773 1331 GAS SAFE REG NO. 211107

Property Maintenance

Shower and Bathroom installations Refurbishments Interior/exterior decoration Plumbing repairs Patios/paths/paving Carpentry Roofing repairs/renewals

Freephone 0800 118 2059

◆ We Supply Domestic Appliances ◆ We Repair most makes of white goods ◆ We Install and remove appliances ◆ All work guaranteed

01903 503731 or 07860 209124

Double Glazing DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS N. Constantine

Repairs to all systems.

Doors, Windows and Conservatories Misted/broken sealed units, locks, seals, hinges, patio wheels & cat flaps For help and advice please

telephone: 01903 209605 mobile: 07990 516569 jconst@tiscali.co.uk

Garage Doors

GAS BOILER SERVICING

By Ex-British Gas Engineer

0800 140 9800

‘Cleaning and Hygiene at its best!’

Alarms

To arrange collection 01903 741719

Oven Cleaning

House Clearance

Contact Anne White Pathways for Recovery Professional counselling service BACP accredited counsellor 07906 745905 annemwhite@googlemail.com

PAULA POOLE:

Cleaning Services

SUPPLY • FITTING • REPAIRS AUTOMATION • FREE ESTIMATES

01903 755995

Or visit our Showroom at 56 Crabtree Lane, Lancing

www.garagedoorassociates.co.uk MASTERCARD • VISA

Cut out and keep

Flat Roofing UPVC Fascias & Soffits Installed Roof Cleaning & Moss Removal Roof & Gutter Repairs Property Maintenance

01903 856210 / 07899 930244

Cut out and keep

Roofing DJH ROOFING SPECIALISTS • Flat roofing • Slating, • Lead works • Chimney works • Tiling • Fascias & Guttering • Advice on roofing problems • Friendly reliable service • Emergency call out • FREE Estimates T: 01903 700487 M: 07833 744458 danhatch@hotmail.co.uk

SUDOKU SOLUTION

Essential Directory 25 Surveyor and Valuer

PRINTING SERVICES

TV REPAIRS

VOLUNTEERS FRIENDS OF WORTHING HOSPITALS

• RICS Homebuyers reports • • Residential Building Surveys • • Residential Valuations • • Lease Extension Valuations •

SALES * SERVICES * RENTALS TVS * VIDEOS * AUDIO FREEVIEWS * DIGITALS * LCDS * PLASMA 58b Underdown Road, Southwick Sussex BN42 4HL Telephone: 01273 593232

01903 872211 info@jwsurveyors.co.uk www.jwsurveyors.co.uk 43 Cross Lane, Findon West Sussex BN14 0UB

Tree Services MULHOLLAND TREE SURGERY Tree surgery and hedge cutting Fully insured and qualified Please call Richard on 07970 319961 01903 243942

www.mulhollandtrees.co.uk

Wooden Floor Restoration James Perry Interiors Quality Floor Sanding Commercial & Domestic Sanding & Restoration of wood floors Free estimates

01903 504760 07941 553643

www.jamesperryinteriors.co.uk

MECHANIC

VOLVO SPECIALIST MOTs, spares & repairs All makes of vehicles serviced Full computer diagnostics & conversions Volvos bought and sold

INGLESIDE GARAGE Ingleside Road, Lancing BN15 8EL Telephone: 01903 754216

• Ride on scooters • Stair lifts • Service & Repairs • Free pickup and returns Visit our showroom

01903 505655 263 Goring Road, Worthing

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RECORDS

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Records wanted We buy most records including classical, Jazz, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, Rock & Pop, LPs, EPs, 45s and 78s, sheet music & music memorabilia Darran Laine, Top Floor, 67 Victoria Road,Worthing info@revolutions33.co.uk

Tel: 01903 209553

SHELTERED ACCOMMODATION WORTHING

Offering support & companionship in very sheltered housing We offer you a home in the centre of Worthing a few minutes walk from the sea front and the town’s main shopping area, which is suitable for active elderly men and women looking for friendship, privacy and practical support.

Our rates are between £800 and £1050 per calendar month, including accommodation and full board.

Each of our two houses are home to 9-11 residents.

They have comfortable bed sitting rooms furnished with the resident’s own favourite pieces of furniture, en suite facilities and a personal alarm system.

If you are interested in having a look around please contact: Mrs. Green 8 Southey Road, Worthing BN14 7PY Telephone: 01903 208665 e-mail: southey@btconnect.com www.abbeyfield-worthing.co.uk

TRAVEL COACH TOURS

MOBILITY

Mobility Scooter repairs

Can you spare 4 hours a week?

If so, why not consider becoming a VOLUNTEER at The Friends of Worthing Hospitals Shop. For more information and an application form please contact RON NOAKES on 01903 872188 ronald.noakes@ntlworld.com

Short Breaks and Day Trips Grand Bigard Floralie 3 Days Elizabethan Banquet 2 Days London Olympic Tour 2 Days Llangollen 4 Days Amien 3 Days

…and many more!

01903 264077 info@gtaminibreaks.eu www.gtaminibreaks.eu

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SUDOKU Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces.

Every row must contain one of each digit.

So must every column, as must every 3x3 square

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26 Essential Zodiac A fun, friendly look at what’s in the stars for you in April

AQUARIUS (Jan 21 – Feb 19)

You’ve been on a financial high for some time now, and this lucky trend is all set to continue – with several opportunities for sound investment just around the corner. You could find yourself handling some high tech equipment, and you’ll be travelling locally, too.

There are all sorts of courses, lectures and seminars to attend, so take a look at what’s on offer, and pick those you know you’ll find useful.

PISCES

(Feb 20 – March 20) Money is the name of the game this month – and you could receive a surprise payment from someone who’s owed you a tidy sum for a long while. New and lucrative work projects are all set to present themselves, insurance claims are looking promising – and there could even be a pay rise in the offing. It’s a tough life – but someone has to live it!

ARIES

(March 21 – April 20)

LEO

(July 24 – Aug 23) The sky’s the limit this month, as you’re entering a phase of true happiness and good fortune.

Your intellectual horizons are expanding fast, with all kinds of educational and travel opportunities.

Health is good – but beware of burning the candle at both ends. An intelligent discussion with a good friend could be more fun than a night on the tiles.

VIRGO

(Aug 24 – Sept 23) You’re feeling flirty and sexy this month – and others will find you attractive and fun to be with, whatever your age. Friends and family are in generous mood, but don’t rely on them to sort out your financial problems. If you have an unpaid bill or two, tackle them this month – either by getting them paid off, or by setting up a payment plan to clear the debt.

LIBRA

(Sept 24 – Oct 23)

This is a feelgood time, so there’s no need to dash out into the middle of life’s arena, waving flags and yelling. Instead, cosy in with your family and let the good things come to you. Your significant other is making a huge effort to please you – and if it’s your birthday, you can expect a gift that’s really got the ‘wow’ factor!

If you’re feeling under the weather this month, don’t just sit about feeling gloomy. Book yourself a massage or a pamper session to help regain some positive energy. Your social life has been a bit of whirl recently, and this could account for those low energy levels. Take it easy and spend a few evenings at home with a good book. Nothing is more important than your health – and your sanity.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

(April 21 – May 21)

(Oct 24 – Nov 22)

You’re in the perfect position to create exactly the conditions you want in your life. Do this by building wisely, and try to avoid confrontations or power struggles. Your financial savvy has always been spot on, and you’ll find it increases as the month progresses.

It’ll become obvious that you’ll need to hold off on those really important decisions until the last week of the month.

When it comes to love, you’re usually a bit of a tricky customer. You thrive on the thrill of the chase, you love to party, but when commitment is called for, you’re gone in a puff of smoke. If this sounds pretty accurate, listen carefully. The time is coming when this cannot, and will not continue. Change is in the wind, and hearts may be a-flutter. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

GEMINI

(May 22 – June 21)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23 – Dec 21)

For the early part of the year, your chances of success depended largely on whom you knew. Now it’s much more about who you are and what you can do.

Although your friends are still very important to you, there’s no need to rely on them quite so much.

Love and care for them, of course – but now’s the time to plough your own furrow.

There’s a price tag on everything these days – even the pursuit of pleasure. If you’ve been partying hard recently, it’s time to take a breath and give yourself a chance to build up those flagging energy levels.

And if you’ve been on a mad spending spree, take a long, hard look at your credit card statements. Take care not to overstretch yourself – emotionally or financially.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

(June 22 – July 23)

(Dec 22 – Jan 20)

You may be slap bang in the middle of a very successful phase in your life – and isn’t that lovely? But be aware that your health could be on the delicate side. We know events are pretty exciting, but if you get caught up in a mad whirl, there could be a price to pay later. Don’t be ashamed to take a rest if you’re feeling tired – it’s exactly what your body needs.

You may not feel as though the state of your health is a number one priority, but – honestly – it is. Treat yourself to a few early nights, cut down on your alcohol intake and if you’ve been planning for ages to quit smoking, now is a brilliant time to stub out your last ciggie. Sorry if this sounds like a nagging nanny, but if you take care of yourself now, you’ll avoid problems in the coming months.

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short-sighted, not to mention environmentally suspect to transport cook-chill meals half-way around the country.

I make tasty and nutritious meals for my family from fresh ingredients every day. The food is eaten when it is at its best, hot and fresh. If I had to box it up and drive it to Wales, I wouldn’t expect it to be quite so nice.

It often seems necessary in situations like these to draft in an ‘expert’, a ‘food Tsar’ a celebrity chef say, used to producing top quality nosh with scant regard for cost, to advise the Government on what is surely nothing more than common sense. I don’t expect to eat Michelin starred food in hospital, just decent, hot, fresh, unfussy food which looks appetising and presentable.

Malnutrition is a serious problem in hospital. People are often at their most vulnerable, both emotionally and physiologically. Food can have a significant impact on physical recovery and mental state.

Investing in food speeds recovery and ultimately saves money by reducing hospital stays.

So what’s the answer? Back to basics I say. Local sourcing, on-site kitchens, accountability and responsibility coupled with an appreciation that food matters and needs proper investment in the product – rather than spending the money on packaging, transport and outsourcing.

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A few weeks in an open prison sometimes seems appealing, too – if only to avoid the relentless shopping, cooking, cleaning and washing that goes with motherhood, and perhaps the chance to read a book or two.

I suspect the novelty might wear off after a bit, though.

In my humble opinion, it all went wrong when services such as catering, cleaning, portering and laundry were outsourced, presumably in the name of economy. What was so wrong with a kitchen and a cook, providing food for their own hospital from locally sourced ingredients direct from local producers? It seems

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Decent, tasty, fresh food costs money – as anyone who looks after themselves knows. But it is not as simple as that.

I must just add as an aside, that as a busy working mum, the thought of being provided with any food at all that I

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WORTHING THEATRES Monday 4th & Tuesday 5th April Mon 4.30pm, Tues 10.30am & 1.30pm CONNAUGHT THEATRE

Tall Stories Theatre Company return, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation.

Suitable for ages: 3+.

Thursday 7th April, 7.30pm PAVILION THEATRE

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All Tickets £10, Schools 10+ £8.50 (1 free teacher ticket per 10 students)

Thursday 7th & Friday 8th April, 7.30pm CONNAUGHT THEATRE

NEW VIC PRODUCTIONS and EASTBOURNE THEATRES presents

by Charles Leipartt Starring Felicity Dean and Jos Vantyler er

Tuesday 5th April, 8pm PAVILION THEATRE

“Hilarious and priceless two-hander” The Argus

Audacious! Truly outrageous! trageous!

The legendary Pamela ela Harriman - daughter-in-law of Sir Winston Churchill, socialite and famous courtesan - reveals all! s: £1.50 off) Tickets: £15 (Concs: School/youth group off 10 10+ £10

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Prepare yourself for a non-stop party of live music, audience interaction, dancing and fantasy that will leave you breathless.

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Tickets: From £20 (Group 8+ £3 off)

First class music combine together with slick choreography and an amazing orchestra to deliver truly outstanding performances which create the best ever Motown experience.

Tickets: From £17

Saturday 9th April, 2.30pm & 7.30pm CONNAUGHT THEATRE

Wednesday 13th & Thursday 14th April, 7.30pm (Mat: Thurs 2.30pm) CONNAUGHT THEATRE

Directed by Gary Sefton, performed by Philippa Stanton and produced by Brighton Dome and Festival in association with Judith Hibberd Philippa has the x factor and although she’s grown up and married with a baby, inside she’s still a diva.

A new play with songs from Amy Winehouse, Eartha Kitt, Judy Garland and more...

“Sharp and funny, the standing ovation…was justly deserved” - The Argus Tickets: £15 (Concs: £1.50 off) School/youth groups of 10+ £10

Monday 18th to Saturday 23rd April 7.30pm, (Mats: Wed 2pm & Sat 2.30pm) CONNAUGHT THEATRE

The Original Theatre Company in association with Anvil Arts and South Hill Park Arts Centre present

In remote Ireland five sisters, brother Jack and seven year old Michael feel the early threats of change, haunted by music from a wireless called ‘Marconi’.

By Brian Friel Directed by Alastair Whatley Tickets: from £14.50 (Concs: £1 off) School/youth groups of 10+ £10

Thursday 28th to Saturday 30th April 7.30pm (Mat: Sat 2.30pm) CONNAUGHT THEATRE

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All-new profession professional all production of the classic story starring by comedy legend Bobby Davro as Scarecrow, ne CBeebies' Sarah-Jane Honeywell, Ben Hanson from Tracy Beaker and Steph Fearon from Over The Rainbow!

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Dawn Steele, Robert Duncan, Peter Byrne, Matthew Lewis, Elizabeth Power, Mark Wynter and Ali Bastian star in the most riveting and compelling drama by the undisputed ‘Queen of Crime’, Agatha Christie.

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With sumptuous costumes, enchanting scenery and spectacular dancing, the production “English brings Giselle into this Youth Ballet century with warmth, is a triumph” colour and drama.

Dance With professional and Expression local young dancers.

Tickets: From £17 (Concs: £1.50 off)

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