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Pagham homes vote anger CRIES of 'absolute disgrace', 'farce' and rubbish' greeted the approval of hundreds of new homes in Pagham. Some of the 100 or so members of the public made their views known as Arun District Council backed the housing. THe angry residents - among the 312 who had formally objected to the housing - had frequently interrupted the council's development control committee meeting on Wednesday with jeers and applause,

according to councillors' comments. THis led to the committee's chairman, Cllr Jamie Bennett, urging them to keep quiet on several occasions. At one stage, about an hour into the debate, he told the noisy individuals: "If the noise continues, I will have to adjourn the meeting and clear the public gallery. "I don't want to have to do this but, please, listen to members with respect." He did not have to carry out his threat

during the debate. But the residents made their fury known as soon as the result of the knifeedge vote in favour of the development of farmland in Hook Lane was announced. Cllr Bennett adjourned the meeting for ten minutes to allow the large number of members of the public to leave without disrupting the following debate. THe outline scheme by Hallam Land Management is the fourth large housing

proposal - totalling more than 1,000 properties - around Pagham to be approved by Arun in well under a year. THis follows the approval of the council's local plan land use document which allocates the pockets of land as sites for strategic development to help Arun meet its government-set housing target of an average of 1,000 homes a year until 2031. See page four

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FORMER Felpham pupil Sam Smith wants others to know how to live happily. Life coach Sam has written a wellreceived book about gaining perspective, boosting confidence and increasing selfawareness. Suss the Symmetry promotes ways for individuals to find a balance in modern life. She said: “I wrote it because I wanted to create a life coaching book that was uplifting and witty and fun and enjoyable to read. “I wanted to write something that encouraged the reader to develop deeper self-awareness and confidence, and I wanted to include modern, relatable ‘case stories’ – actual short stories – that are engaging to read and related to modern life.” Sam, 42, has joined with two of her oldest friends from Bishop Tufnell schools and Felpham Community College to stage a special event tomorrow to allow people to experience her ideas. THe Confidence Consortium will take place from 10.30am-2pm tomorrow at the Hamblin Centre in Bosham. It also involves personal trainer Jenny Randolph and personal stylist and image consultant Vicky Booker. Sam will talk about self-confidence and the day will enable people to reset, revive and redefine their approach to life. Sam worked in the London fashion industry after she left college. She crossed the Atlantic Ocean to New York in 2006 and began to work with people in the industry starting new businesses.

“THey were dealing with issues of confidence and telling me about their lives and businesses,” she said. THis led her to retrain as a life coach and she has amassed a series of qualifications to guide her work. She said: “Suss the Symmetry is a unique take on finding balance in chaotic modern life. “If your imagination can take you to dark places and downtrodden perspectives, why on earth not nudge it along to somewhere better and let it take you to somewhere inspiring and wonderful instead. "I love my work. It’s great to be part of other people’s transformations. It’s about moving someone forward. “It can often be a single issue which they are looking at from one way. I can encourage them to look at in another way and find the answer to it. It can be good for people to have someone to talk to who is not family or friend.” She has clients in the Felpham and Bognor Regis area as well as New York. Some see her for a single session. THe help for others can be on more regular. She returns to Felpham as often as possible. “I love New York, but I don’t think it gets better than a sunny summer day in Felpham. "I love how big the sky always seems, spotting the stars at night and spending time on the beach,” she added. Suss the Symmetry is available at: amazon.co.uk. Tickets for the Confidence Consortium at: Eventbrite.co.uk

Police arrest man over sexual assault on woman in town A MAN was in police custody yesterday on suspicion of an attempted rape in Bognor Regis. THe 23-year-old was arrested by police officers on Wednesday. He was being held for interview and further enquiries to take place during the investigation. Detective Constable Katy Lewis, of Sussex Police's West Sussex safeguarding investigations unit, said: "We are grateful for information we have received from the public, which has helped our investigation. "We are still keen to hear from anyone with information. You can contact us

online at: sussex.police.uk or phone: 101, quoting Operation Newfield." Witnesses can also contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously by phone: 0800 555 111 or online at: crimestoppers-uk.org THe alleged sexual assault took place in Hook Lane shortly after 10pm on August 1. THe woman was said by police to have been walking along Shripney Road when she was approached by a man. THey talked for a short while and parted ways in Highfield Road. But the man was alleged to have caught up with her again in Hook Lane.

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f Some of the dancers who delighted crowds at the country fair | Pic: Neil Cooper NEW volunteers are needed to ensure one of the biggest events in Bognor Regis continues. Hotham Park Heritage Trust is seeking fresh helpers to maintain the success of its country fair. Last weekend saw an estimated turnout of more than 10,000 pack the park for two days of attractions. But heritage trust chairman Anne Cranham said the charity required assistance from a lot of people to ensure the event went well - and would continue to do well in the future. "We need to find a good deal more volunteers from the community who are willing to work together," she said. "We can continue but only with the support of the community and people who want to help." THis year's fair relied on dozens of

unpaid individuals who united to ensure the occasion passed off smoothly. "I have got to thank so many volunteers who came forward to help to make it such a successful event," said Anne. "THere must have been 50 people helping, including members of the heritage trust." THe trust was pleased the security help it hired for the fair after vandalism and thefts overnight at last year's event had paid off. She said: "THere were no problems overnight. THe park was completely quiet. "Our security measures ensured there were no incidents. THe security was tight and excellent." THis year's country fair also featured a high-profile entertainer to open it. Performer Bobby Davro entertained a

crowd around the bandstand for some ten minutes to get proceedings under way, ahead of his appearances at the Regis Centre later this month. He was followed by scores of entertainers of all ages during the two days. THey included the Domingaso salsa display, musical theatre duo Caroline + Chloe, singers Riley Clark and Kate Richards and party band Funk Junction. Juniors and seniors from Art of Dance and Fitness opened the entertainment on Sunday and Tsuyoi ryu karate, HnD, the RAFA Club skiffle band and the Andy Beaumont Band were also on the planned programme, as well as a repeat performance by Riley and Kate. Drama workshops by Dramatis and talks about birds of prey by Hawking About were also held. See page 10

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CYCLING commuters are three times more likely to have their bike stolen from Bognor Regis' train station than Chichester's. A BBC study has highlighted the number of bikes stolen from Bognor Regis train station since 2016. Trevor Tupper, the secretary and treasurer for the West Sussex Rail Users Association, said: "I know there have been lots of bikes stolen from Bognor Station, especially when compared to Chichester. "Chichester station has a great bike set up, with a two-tiered lock area, close to the building and monitored by CCTV. "Bognor's bike area is outside the actual station and isn't as well monitored. "THe association has suggested moving the bike shelter to platform four where it can be over-looked more closely. "THe money could come out of the passenger benefit fund from Govia THameslink Railway." Despite having half as many people passing through the station annually, Bognor Regis Station had 109 bikes stolen since 2016. Chichester had just 29 more. For every thousand visitors at Bognor Regis station in 2018, three bikes were taken compared to one in Chichester. Sam Jones, senior campaigns officer at the charity Cycling UK, said: “Bicycle theft might seem a relatively minor offence, and unfortunately is sometimes treated as such by some police forces, but it is definitely not.

"It’s a low risk, high reward crime, with stolen bikes easily changing hands for hundreds or even thousands of pounds on the internet. “THe majority of these bicycles stolen from train stations are not just play things, but are undoubtedly being used as a vital link in someone’s journey to work or school." Like the West Sussex Rail Users Association, Cycling UK also put emphasis on improving measures that are already in place. A spokesman said: “With the Government investing £6.8m in new cycle–rail parking, it’s crucial that these new spaces are built to high standards. Not just in terms of accessibility, but also security. "THis would involve CCTV and ensure that they are close to the station itself. “Bike theft is notoriously underreported which is one of the reasons why it is not given the attention it deserves. "To help the police prioritise this crime it’s important that victims report it to the police." A spokesman for Southern Rail’s operator, Govia THameslink Railway, said: “We work closely with the British Transport Police and run joint bicycle marking schemes. "In the past we have handed out free high-security locks. We also have notices advising cyclists on how to lock their bikes securely. “Our own rail enforcement officers work alongside the BTP. We have put dedicated patrols in uniform and plain clothes at station hotspots.”

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` Suspicious man A MAN who reportedly tried to lure children in a Bognor Regis park has prompted an appeal for witnesses. Police officers were called to West Park in Fish Lane around 11.45am on Tuesday and arrested an 18-yearold man on suspicion of possessing a knife. Detective Inspector Pauline Lane said: "We responded to a report that a man had attempted to entice two children into a wooded area of the park. "THe children were unharmed and ran back to their parents. "We are trying to establish the circumstances of the incident and are appealing for anyone who saw what happened or has any information to get in touch with us. "THe park was busy at the time and there were lots of people around. "We have stepped up patrols in the park and surrounding area and, if anyone has any concerns, please speak to our officers." Anyone who can help with the investigation should contact Sussex Police online at: sussex.police.uk or phone: 101, quoting 542 of 06/08.

` Jewellery stolen CASH and jewellery have been stolen from a property in Bognor Regis. A burglar broke into premises in Longford Road through an open window through an insecure window between 5pm and 7pm on August 1. In Hawthorn Road, Bognor Regis, overnight on August 2, a brick was used to smash a shop door window but no entry was gained.

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More Pagham homes agreed By Kevin Smith kevin.smith@sussexpost.co.uk ONE vote equalled 300 homes for Pagham. THe 7-6 decision meant the housing on farmland in Hook Lane was approved on Wednesday at the second attempt. THe decision by Arun District Council's development control committee will see the planning inquiry set to take place in October into the initial refusal last January on highways matters scrapped. More than 1,000 homes in Pagham have been approved by Arun since last summer. But the outline proposal by Hallam Land Management was only passed after fierce protests. Pagham Parish Council chairman Cllr David Huntley said: "THis application will result in the loss of the best and most versatile land in an area of the best winter light and longest growing season. "Agriculture and tourism, particularly Church Farm, are the biggest sources of employment in Pagham. THis will kill the goose that lays the golden egg. "THis proposal is contrary to Arun's tourism and horticulture proposals. THe houses will not be affordable to locals, they do not meet a local need and will result in out-commuting, putting a further strain on our overloaded traffic system." Cllr Dawn Hall, the parish council's planning committee chairman, said: "We are unhappy with the already approved housing in Pagham for hundreds of houses. THis is just a step too far." Committee member Cllr Hugh Coster (I, Aldwick E) spoke strongly against the

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scheme. He quoted several of Arun's planning policies which he said were contravened by the proposal. THis included tackling road congestion and reducing the need for residents to travel. He said: "THis whole application is shot through with contrary issues to our local plan. If we are going to abide by our local plan, we must refuse it, quite apart from the very practical issues that have been mentioned by our public speakers, by the people who live there." Cllr Martin Lury (LD, Bersted), who is Arun's cabinet member for planning, said the proposed homes would be at risk of flooding because of the low-lying area and the closeness of the sea. "We have got to take much more account of climate change," he said. Cllrs Gill Yeates (LD, Bersted) and Cllr Jim Brooks (I, Marine) spoke out against the scheme as well.But Cllr Ricky Bower (C, East Preston) said: "None of the consultees have produced any evidence we can accept to support a refusal of this application." It would be illogical to refuse the homes on transport grounds when a transport assessment had been backed by county council highways officers, he said. Cllr Jacky Pendleton (C, Middleton) said: "I can't see a planning reason for turning this down. We have a local plan...if we do not adhere to it we will be taken apart by the planning inspector." Owen Jones, Hallam's planning agent, said it would be illogical for the committee to reject the scheme on road safety grounds when nearby schemes had been backed.

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Safety fears put plan on hold CONCERNS about road safety caused councillors to delay a decision about a planned crematorium in Yapton. THe Arun District Council members said they feared for the safety of motorists and cyclists along the A259 if the proposal went ahead. THey voted to defer the application at their meeting on Wednesday for a further road safety audit to be carried out. THe development control committee made its decision about the plans by Landlink Estates after a series of comments about the risks caused by the corteges going to and from the Grevatts Lane site. Committee member Cllr Ricky Bower (C, East Preston) said a road safety audit should be carried out on four consecutive days mid-morning and mid-afternoon to answer councillors’ concerns. “THis is the wrong type of junction to cope with the A259. THis is the A259 and we have seen recently from press statements that the A259 between Littlehampton and Bognor Regis is a matter of some concern and desperately needs an upgrade. “I am pleased someone, somewhere has acknowledged that is needed. But putting another junction in here is a dangerous move,” he said. Cllr Terry Chapman (C, East Preston) said he was worried cyclists could be at risk from the corteges cutting across the cycle path and footway. “Cyclists going from Felpham to Littlehampton face the possibility of not being aware that a funeral cortege is travelling east and the A259,” he said. Cllr John Charles (C, Barnham) said: “I don’t believe that the plan we have in front of us is enough of a bend there to stop anyone that is coming from Bognor

not having to move into the middle of the road to negotiate that junction." Cllr Elaine Stainton (C, Felpham W) and Cllr Hugh Coster (I, Aldwick E) also opposed creating another junction. THe committee was told by Cllr Colin Humphris, Climping Parish Council’s chairman, said: “Clearly, this development will increase traffic on the A259 and it will be slow-moving traffic. “It will also increase traffic on all the feeder roads to the A259 from the north. THe development will create a new junction on the A259 and I don’t think I have to remind anyone this stretch of the A259 between Flansham and Littlehampton is notorious for the dangers of all the junctions and turning manoeuvres that happen along it.” Middleton Parish Council’s Cllr Christine Johnson said: “Access arrangements to Grevatts Lane West to and from the A259 lie in close proximity to Comet Corner and are not safe unless major improvements are made at Comet Corner. “THis junction is already dangerous, congested and an additional junction would exacerbate the issues.” Transport expert Spencer Bryan, speaking for Landlink Estates, said: “THis is not like the Comet Corner junction. It is very different.” An average of 19 vehicle trips would be generated for each service at the crematorium. THe new right-turn junction for those travelling west along A259 was the preferred option of West Sussex County Council. Stephen Gee, county highways officer, said an HGV – bigger than a hearse - would be able to make that turning without over-hanging the adjoining lanes.

Crematorium rejected A CREMATORIUM planned for a field in Climping has been rejected by councillors. THe desire to protect the countryside between Middleton and Littlehampton saw the proposals by Southern Co-op turned down on Wednesday. Arun District Council planning officer Juan Baeza told the development control committee the scheme was in the strategic gap and was a flood risk. Arun believed that, where an alternative site existed which was free of those constraints, that location should be used instead. THis could still be the case for the proposal at Yapton which had just been deferred. Matthew Holmes, Southern Co-op’s planning agent, said its proposal had been recommended for approval two months ago. “THe reasoning for that change of heart is not fully clear but we continue to believe this application continues to represent a logical location for a new crematorium to meet identified needs." Substantial areas of landscaping on the site would provide a setting for the development, he said. THe crematorium would have a single storey, flat roof and low height to fit discreetly into landscaped setting. Its access would be square on to A259 and on the opposite side to the cycle lane. But Climping Parish Council’s chairman, Cllr Colin

Humphris, said: “Clearly, we don’t see any difference here materially with the traffic concerns, with the turning concerns, traffic flow issues that I talked about before.” Cllr Christine Johnston, of Middleton Parish Council, said: “It’s imperative the gap between Littlehampton and Middleton is maintained." Committee member Cllr Michael Clayden (C, Angmering) said he did not believe the Yapton site could be a viable alternative. It would be a death trap corner for cyclists and pedestrians. "Out of the two sites, this is the better choice, really," he said. Cllr Hugh Coster (I, Aldwick E) said: “THis has to be wrong, in that area along there, to create development in that green gap." Cllr Ricky Bower (C, East Preston) said: “Certainly, in terms of the junction it is the better junction than the one we looked at previously. “However…anyone approaching this turning into this junction to go into a funeral will be doing it at dead speed. THat effect on the A259 is I think going to be quite horrendous.” Cllr John Charles “I am in two minds about this. I see a lot of good things about it. Yes, it’s in the (strategic) gap. It’s a good access. It’s a much wider section of there. It’s got far more advantages than the other one.”

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A BUSINESSMAN who brought new life to a major Bognor Regis site has been chosen to head its regeneration efforts. Raof Daud was chosen as the new chairman of the Bognor Regis Regeneration Board by its members at their latest meeting. He had served as the board's vicechairman for the past seven years. Mr Daud has taken over from Arun District Council's former leader, Gill Brown. He said: "THe contribution from Gill, the team at Arun and members of the board has had a lasting positive impact on Bognor Regis, bringing hundreds of millions of pounds of inward investment, related jobs and skills development. "THis demonstrates the success of the board's unique public-private partnership approach. "THis demonstrates the success of the board's unique public private partnership approach. "It will be a tough act to fill Gill's shoes but I look forward to the board continuing to work closely with the new Arun administration as well as Bognor Regis Town Council and local parish councils in meeting the board's objective to ensure that Bognor Regis is a great place to live, work, visit and invest." Mr Daud led the team at Sime Darby that brought new uses to the former Lec Refrigeration site in Shripney Road and Oldlands Way. He is the chief executive of Dicentra Developments, a family-owned commercial property development company. Mr Daud's vice-chairman will be Arun's deputy leader and longserving Bognor Regis councillor, Francis Oppler.

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Parishes 'to be changed' PARISHES in the Bognor Regis area could be abolished under a new plan. THe local authorities, which date back to 1894, face being replaced by an overall council. Bognor Regis Town Council has asked Arun District Council to consider reparishing the area. Arun’s chief executive, Nigel Lynn, had yet to respond this week. But Aldwick council’s chairman, Cllr Lilian Richardson, told its members she was annoyed at the proposal. “Two weeks ago the clerk was made aware that the policy and resources committee of Bognor Regis Town Council had written a letter to the chief executive of Arun District Council requesting him to consider the re-parishing of the wider Bognor Regis area. “Unfortunately, the parishes concerned were not made aware of this proposal,” she said. “THe clerks and chairmen of the local parishes have individually sent letters to the town council expressing their disappointment at the lack of communication and their surprise at the lack of protocol at not having the approval of the full council before approaching Arun. “If I receive any further information from either the town council or Arun, I will keep you up to date.” Letters of dissent have also been sent by Pagham and Bersted councils. THe Local Government Act 1974, which set out the current structure of councils in England, placed the town council and its five surrounding councils on a legal par as parish councils. Some, like Bognor Regis and Pagham,

date back to 1894. Others, like Aldwick, were set up in 1984. Previous attempts in the past 30 years to create an over-riding Bognor Regis council, sometimes under the ‘One Bognor’ banner, have failed amid opposition from the parishes. THe latest move dates back to this year’s Bognor Regis electors’ meeting last March. THe vote for the restructure was passed to the town council’s policy and resources committee on June 3. Its town clerk, Glenna Frost, wrote to Mr Lynn: “As agreed by the committee, I am therefore writing to you to formally request that Arun District Council consider the reparishing of the wider Bognor Regis area.” THe matter was further debated at the committee last Monday. Its draft minutes show Mrs Frost told the councillors a meeting had been held with Arun to discuss the background to the request. Members resolved to discuss Arun’s response at their next meeting in September. THey also agreed to write to the surrounding parishes to acknowledge the issues they had raised. THe minutes state a councillor saying: “It (reparishing) was not about abolishing parishes but may be the case that parishes are reclustered whereby two parishes, perhaps, are unified. “THe councillor suggested that looking at parish boundaries could allow for fairer precept contributions across the wider Bognor Regis urban area.” THe committee members also spoke about town centre residents paying to stage events enjoyed by those who live in the surrounding areas or asking those councils to contribute towards the costs.

Dictionaries given to pupils PUPILS in Bognor Regis preparing to enter senior schools next month will have new dictionaries to help them. THe 90 children at Nyewood C of E Junior School were presented with the books by Bognor Hotham Rotary Club as last term ended. THe club's president, Terry Farndell, and his wife, Eileen, handed the copies of the Illustrated English Dictionary

to each pupil. THe books came from Rotary's Dictionary 4 Life awards to help each child with their personal development at a crucial time. Bognor Hotham Rotary Club press officer Brian Clarke said: "More than just a dictionary, it is better described as an illustrated mini-encyclopaedia with over 1,000 illustrations, 10,000 entries and 20,000 definitions."

Summer fun with the Play Rangers PLAY Rangers have returned to Aldwick this summer for days of fun for children. Meynell Walter, the director of Meynell Games, runs the group meet-ups. He said: “It is the opportunity for children to play and that’s because play is fundamentally important. “It’s about children doing what they want to do, in the way they want to do it - not controlled or directed by adults. “Our whole aim is to create space and provide resources so children can play. “We’re known as play workers, or play rangers. "We have this belief that what’s most fundamentally important to children is the opportunity to play. THe play sessions have again been funded by Aldwick Parish Council because of their popularity in previous years. THey have been taking place in the area since 2013. THe activities included on the play days are arts and crafts, woodwork and playing on the inflatable ring world. "We bring plenty of things with us that

children are familiar with, like sports equipment. "But we also bring a few things that they might not have used before, like tools, inflatables and arts and crafts,” said Meynell. Teacher and mum of three, Nicky Oakford, often comes along to the events with her children. She said: "THis is the second week we've been to Play Rangers this year. "In previous years we came at least once a week on average. "THe kids get to meet up with their friends, who they often miss during the holidays, and us parents get to have a chat while they play. "One of the best things about Play Rangers is the variety of things to do. THere is always something for all the children, depending on what they like." THe Play Rangers are at West Park from 10:30am-12:30pm and from 2:30pm4:30pm at Avisford Park on Tuesdays and THursdays until August 29.

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` Ship Inn latest CAMPAIGN group members have stepped up their efforts to re-open a former Aldwick pub. THe Friends of THe Ship Inn, wants to restore the Aldwick Street building to a pub and restaurant. Roger Beam, its chairman, has told its members: "We have engaged a professional surveyor and valuer to report on the market value of the Ship Inn building and site. We have a plan and will keep you informed how this is to be achieved and implemented." THe group has also compiled a case for the building to continue to be treated as an asset of community value. "THe asset of community value renewal which will give the building some planning protection is now being considered by Arun District Council and a decision is expected around August 23," said Mr Beam. He said the situation about the building's future had become clearer because the Morrisons lease which carried on after the convenience stores which followed the pub no longer applied. THe pub closed in 2014 and the last of the two shops shut in 2017.

` Coffee at the pond FREE tea and coffee and biscuits are on offer at an Aldwick beauty spot this month. THe refreshments can be enjoyed at the Aldwick Duck Pond while visitors meet the Aldwick Preservation Society team who maintain the pond and its surroundings. THe open morning takes place from 10am-midday on August 17 at the pond in Aldwick Road.

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Hours on end of seaside classics By Lotte Pegler lotte.pegler@sussexpost.co.uk FUNSHINE days kicked off this week with yet another fantastic array of children’s entertainment. Families positioned themselves on chairs and cushions on Wednesday as they patiently awaited Punch and Judy's return. Glyn Edwards has been the Funshine Days Punch and Judy man for the last four years. He thoroughly enjoys the annual events, often performing to crowds of 60 people at a time. “THey’re the quintessential family seaside trip entertainment,” he said. “THe atmosphere is always lovely. "THis year, as always, the audience has been really nice. Holiday makers and people who live

here get to see the classics that are often associated with the seaside. "THat’s great, it's retro yet timeless." One holiday maker at yesterday's performance was Ruby Shepherd, accompanied by her two children. She said: "THis is our first time coming today. We’re on holiday at our caravan down the road and thought we'd come out and enjoy the sun. "It’s been great, the kids have loved it,. THey’ve been giggling away. "It’s classic seaside fun, perfect for the summer holiday. "We will definitely be coming back.” THe free Funshine Days, organised by Bognor Regis Town Council, are running every weekday from 11am-3pm. THey take place on the Bognor Regis bandstand until August 30.

Water fight in Aldingbourne CHILDREN went wild last week as they were let loose with water pistols. THe Aldingbourne Trust organised the event last Wednesday at their centre just north of the A27. THe charity provides support for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. Michael Stevens was one of the organisers of the event. He said: “We’ve had loads of children here today. It’s been really great. “We’re trying to get more customers on the site, to get them to see what we’re doing. We want to help make it more sustainable as a whole, getting people to explore different aspects of the trust.” Michael works alongside the people who the Aldingbourne Trust supports.

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He said: “THey’re filling up the pistols, telling the public the rules. Some are even getting involved in the water fight itself. THat’s just the people helping out with this event. "THere are people helping out across the whole site, in agriculture and other areas. THey help out in everything we do” THe trust supports Andrew Pickthall and Jason Attenborough. Andrew said: “THis is really fun. THe kids get to do the really great stuff, playing out. We’ve been helping since 9:30am, the kids love it and so do we.” Jason added: “I just wanted to say thank you for all the staff helping out. Everyone has been so kind.”

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Time-honoured attractions delight thousands at the latest country fair A STRONGMAN test was among the rural traditions to the fore as the coast met the country in Bognor Regis. THe chance to send a weight soaring 100ft in the air was among the traditional attractions at the town’s latest Hotham Park Country Fair. THe fairground striker was back at the annual event held by the Hotham Park Heritage Trust for the first time in many years. Its operator, Eastergate man Charles Smith, had plenty of visitors eager to test their strength with his enormous mallet and spectators to watch them. He said: “THis striker was made in 1902 and has been in the Smith family, who are retired showpeople, for more than 100 years. People have been saying it’s lovely to see it, keeping the traditions going. THey like to see the old attractions. “People might forget the day but they will never forget sending the weight 100 feet high to hit the bell. “THe secret to doing it is to hit the weight evenly with the mallet.” One man who had no trouble doing that was 32-year-old Dave Potter, of Felpham. He sent the weight into the bell three times in a row. He said: “It felt good when the bell rang. I thought I would give it a go because I’ve never done anything like this before. I just hit the weight hard. “THis is the first time I’ve been to the country fair, though I’ve been to the park before. It’s a really nice event.” Nearby was the equally popular tradition of Punch and Judy by Professor

Hazee, aka Phil Haze. His performances of the puppets enchanted audiences of all ages who filled the benches in front of his brightlycoloured booth. He said: “THis is good family entertainment. I get children, parents and grandparents watching it together. “THere’s always a good cross-section of people. People read into it what they want. THe children use their imagination and just go with the characters." Phil – who is appearing at the Regis Centre next Tuesday - was also in demand creating creatures out of balloons. Tigers, cats and dogs all quickly took shape for a continuous queue of young customers. “I think I’ve made about a million of these balloons,” he said. “THere is a thing about balloons and children. “If they dropped an iPad, they would not be bothered. But, if their balloon bursts, it is the end of the world.” Another country tradition which proved popular at the fair was freshly-pressed apple juice. Charity Hft Sussex tempted taste buds with bottles of the pure produce from five acres of orchards at its Eastergate site. Two of its volunteers, Ian and Shirley Treadwell, were among those who helped to slake the thirsts of those who went along last weekend in perfect weather conditions. Ian said: “We have had a brilliant reaction. Once people taste our apple juice, they buy it. “THere is nothing added and nothing

taken away. We use the traditional method of a cold press to get the juice. “We have been to this fair for about five years and this is one of our best outlets of the year.” Wagon rides drawn by rare breed Suffolk Punch horses, a coconut shy and have a go archery were also tasters of countryside life in the past. THe attractions were among 70 outdoor stalls which filled more than half of the park. A further 10 were in the craft marquee. Some 20 more attractions also provided plenty of interest to the thousands of people who packed the open space all weekend. THey included Hawking About with birds of prey, Pagham Ponies and Butlins’ inflatable helter skelter. Heritage trust chairman Anne Cranham said: “We have been delighted by the weekend. We usually say more than 10,000 people visit the fair – and I would think we could have beaten that this year. “It has been very successful and we have been lucky that the weather has been perfect for us. "I’m not sure how much we have made from the fair. We weren’t aiming to make a huge amount. We spent a lot of money bringing in the attractions. “But we put every pound of profit we do make back into the park, in consultation with Arun District Council, to increase people’s enjoyment of it.”

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` Pagham on Parade A SUPERB day out for all ages is promised at Pagham's summer event. Pagham on Parade 2019 will be held on August 18 at Pagham Village Hall in Pagham Road. Its organisers say it is the greatest village show in Sussex. Classic cars, a barbecue, bar, arena events, live music, refreshments, children's entertainment and a grand raffle will among the attractions from 11am-5pm. Limited spaces for classic vehicles should be booked by email: clerk@paghamparishcouncil.gov.uk or phone: 01243 266424. Entry is free but donations will be appreciated for charities in the area.

` Airfield hangar A HANGAR has been approved for Bognor Regis Flying Club. THe club's plan for the steel portal frame structure on the former Lec airfield between the railway line and Lidsey Rife was backed by Arun District Council. Arun planning officer Maria Tomalova says in her report: "THe proposed hangar would be of a simple design and materials appropriate for its function, would be of acceptable size and the colour would blend with the surrounding environment." THe hangar will be some 12m wide, 18m deep and up to 6.3m high.

` Roller disco ROCK up and roll to some classic 80's tunes at the new roller rink. THe roller disco will take place on the Place St Maur in Bognor Regis. THe free event will run 1pm-8pm on Saturday and 11am-3pm on Sunday.

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Projectionist Tony looks back

ONE-TIME projectionist Tony Smith believes a fire enabled the cinema in Bognor Regis to go on to celebrate its centenary. Tony started showing films at the Picturedrome in 1951 as a trainee projectionist and the blaze badly damaged the historic building three years later. THe refit led to the need to replace the cinema’s projectors – just as films began to be released in Cinemascope. “THe fire began on a Tuesday night after we had been showing Snow White and the Seven Dwarves,” he said. “Some of the proscenium arch in the auditorium was taken out and this allowed new projectors to be installed,” he said. “THat enabled Cinemascope films to be shown. “THe Knights of the Round Table was the first Cinemascope film we showed – and that was what saved the cinema. THat revival in popularity led to the cinema’s survival and its success, through a series of operators, in reaching its centenary of film-showing this summer. It is also 10 years since it was given a Grade-II listing by Historic England to reflect its historic importance to the town. Mr Smith, 81, said: “I haven’t been to the cinema for about five years. I think the last film I saw there was a Bond movie. I’m pleased it’s been going for a hundred years.” He joined its numerous staff straight after he finished at Westloats Lane school. “I left school on the Friday and started work at the cinema on the Sunday,” he said. “I wanted to work in the sports and radio shop, repairing radios, but the owner, Mr Loveday, wanted me to serve

on the sports side. “I saw the job at the Picturedrome advertised and joined that instead as a boy projectionist for £1.50 a week. I also lived in Canada Grove about a hundred yards away.” Mr Smith, of Shripney Road, recalls the first film he helped to screen was the Sunday special of THe Bowery Boys. His first new-release feature was Marilyn Monroe’s Niagara. “THis was just before TV really began and the cinema was really popular,” he said. "We used to start showing films at 1.30pm and stop at 10.30pm. THe cinema was open every day except Christmas Day.” “I liked working there because I liked the hours. I had a lawnmower business going, which I started when I was 13, and I would go into the cinema in the morning and go back in the evening.” Films in those days were projected on reels and two Kalee projectors ensured a smooth change-over when a feature film was being shown. For several years, the Picturedrome and the Pier Cinema were owned by the same company. “I used to cycle between them with the same newsreel - like Pathe or Movietone - on my bike. THey were about nine minutes long,” said Tony, “and the owner wanted to share it rather than have separate copies.” Tony left the Picturedrome to work at the THeatre Royal. He stayed there for 12 years. Its owner bought the Regal and that became the Odeon. THe same owner also bought the Pier Cinema to take Tony to all four cinemas in the town at the time. He returned to the Picturedrome and retired from there in 1976.

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How do I enter? Entry couldn’t be easier – simply go to www.arunbusinesspartnership.co.uk/awards click on the category you want to enter and complete the nomination form. To enter more than one category, complete one form per entry. You can submit your entries online or by email or post.

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) Small Business of the Year (up to 5 employees) sponsored by Business Networking Bognor Regis ) Small Business of the Year (6 to 10 employees) sponsored by Clear Computing ) Business of the Year (over 10 employees) sponsored by The Aldingbourne Trust ) New Business of the Year sponsored by Hilton Avisford Park Hotel ) Place to Eat or Drink Award sponsored by Gusto Wines ) Business in the Community Award sponsored by Parker Kittiwake Developments ) Business Marketing and Promotion Award sponsored by Brandabble ) Independent Retailer of the Year sponsored by Littlehampton Traders Partnership ) Charity or CIC of the Year sponsored by The Bognor Regis Post ) Customer Care Award sponsored by Bay Tree Estates ) The Robert Warham Award for Young Entrepreneur of the Year sponsored by The Beachcroft Hotel ) Training and Development Award sponsored by L. Guess Jewellers ) Website of the Year Award sponsored by Bognor Regis Chamber of Commerce ) Sussex by the Sea Tourism Award sponsored by Woods Travel ) Employee of the Year Award sponsored by The Littlehampton Academy ) Employer of the Year Award sponsored by The HR Dept. ) Business Person of the Year sponsored by Regis Removals The Overall Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Rolls Royce Motor Cars will be chosen by the judges. Companies nominated in all categories are automatically entered.

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Meteor shower By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk

KEEN ASTRONOMERS are being encouraged to get out early and persevere to gain a glimpse of this week’s Perseid meteor shower. THe Earth is now inside the stream of dusty debris from periodic comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, parent of the annual Perseid meteor shower. Consequently, observers are reporting increasing Perseid meteor activity. Dr John Mason from the South Down's Planetarium in Chichester explains: "THe Perseids are one of the most reliable meteor showers of the year, producing an abundance of fast, bright meteors, many with persistent trains. "THis year, some observers may be put off by the fact that there is a bright full moon on August 15, just a couple of days after the peak of the shower – predicted for just after dawn UK time on Tuesday, August 13. "Bright moonlight certainly has an adverse effect on meteor observing, lunar glare swamping out all but the brighter meteors, but the good news is that the near full moon will be low down in Sagittarius.

"Visual observers may minimize the effects of moonlight by positioning themselves so the Moon is behind them and hidden behind a wall or other suitable obstruction. THis is easiest when the moon is fairly low in the southern sky as it will be for the Perseids this year. "THe other good news is that many Perseid meteors are bright and there is a high percentage of fireballs, easily visible in spite of the bright Moon." Another way to beat the moonlight is to go out a few days earlier than usual to watch the progress of the shower, today (August 9,) Saturday and Sunday (August 10, and 11) when the Moon is less obtrusive, particularly during the early morning hours. THe shower will continue to be active until about August 24. Dr Mason also confirmed that people should not be put off by the weather forecast which suggests there will be plenty of showers and thunderstorms during the next week or so as it is quite often the case that after a good thunderstorm or heavy spell of rain, the atmosphere, once the clouds break, is quite clear giving decent views.

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County council pays out thousands in compensation for pot hole damage COMPENSATION payments to drivers whose cars were damaged by potholes in 2018 have cost West Sussex County Council more than £30,000 so far, with another £11,000 likely to follow. THe figures were published in a report detailing the complaints and compliments received by the council that year, which was discussed by members of the standards committee last Friday, July 26. So far, the council has received 1,186 claims for the year and has closed or settled 740 of them, paying 81 people a total of £30,678.94. Offers totalling £11,777.49 have been made to another 34 claimants. THe report said that in 2017 there had been 494 claims, 478 of which were closed or settled, with payments of £47,351.24 made to 110 people. THe pothole complaints were not included in the general list of complaints made to the council, which rose by more than 20 per cent between 2017 and 2018 – from 659 to 812. One-third of them were upheld. THere were 26 complaints about the

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Big crowds turned up for parish council's annual Fun on the Prom NEW railings failed to stop Felpham’s Fun on the Prom from being a success. A long fence installed around the western greensward by Arun District Council sparked controversy in the lead up to Saturday. Felpham Parish Council organised the annual event and ensured it matched the high standard of previous years, to the delight of those who went along. Crowds of people of all ages came to enjoy the music and live entertainment. THe daytime fun was rounded off by a spectacular display of fireworks on the beach. Cllr Gloria Moss, vice chairman of the parish council, has been the main

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organiser since 2014 and involved in the event for six years. She said: “Unfortunately we regret the railings, but we have had Fun on the Prom on the eastern greensward for two years now. "Each time, it has been really successful and we've made it work to our advantage. "I would actually go as far as to say that having it all in one place in fact makes it easier to navigate. People know where to go. You can get from stall to stall easily. It makes you really appreciate just how much we’ve got going on.” “Next year the event will have been running for between 18 - 20 years. “Over that time Fun on the Prom has massively evolved and grown. "We’ve got more stalls and we're just getting bigger and bigger. THis year was no exception. "We’ve had so much support from both the public and groups." THe day was supported by a number of organisations including the RNLI and the Bognor Regis Kite Flyers, who put on an impressive display that could be seen far and wide. Dave Mitchell runs the club. He said: "I am always keen to show my support at Felpham events. I think it's important. "We came last year to Fun on the Prom and yet again the whole day has been great. Everyone has loved our kites and we've had a lot of people showing lots of interest. "THe council have done a great job and it has been a very popular day as always."

THe parish council ensured the thousands who went along were well looked after by the South Downs Task Force's marshals. Cllr Dave Smart, chairman of the parish council, said: "I love seeing the children enjoying themselves, getting up on stage and joining in with the tricks. "We've also had so many displays, from the Neighbourhood Watch and the National Coast Watch, to St Wilfrid's Hospice. "THere have been lots of local groups. "St John Ambulance has bought a lot of their cadets along for the experience. "It's been a great opportunity for a lot of people, whether they're the public coming along, or helping out at a stall. "We've been really lucky with the weather, which has also helped a lot. A stage was the entertainment hub for the day, with magic acts and music all afternoon. Felpham resident Tracey Conway took her son along to the event after they had enjoyed it in the past. She said: “When we arrived at 3 o’clock it was super busy even then, with both children and adults. We’ve seen so many people we knows. "It’s a fun day out and everyone appreciates that. “We have been the last few years and I'm sure we will continue to do so as it carries on and gets even better.

"It's becoming a summer holiday tradition. We always have a really great time. "THere are a lot of stalls, a bouncy castle and even an assault course. “I know the children all also really enjoyed Punch and Judy, and the ice cream of course. “It’s not even just the kids having fun. THere’s music and great food for adults. THe kites are amazing and the firework display is always spectacular. "It is just a great family day out with a really lovely atmosphere and spirit. "The kids get to have great fun and, at the same time, I get to enjoy the sun and relax."

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f Cllr Gloria Moss, middle, organised the day and made sure it all ran smoothly

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Dear Editor, One of the blights upon our beautiful Bognor Regis is the condition that we expect workers from Eastern Europe and our low-paid workers to live in. Old properties, meant for a family, have been split into multiple accommodation, that is totally inadequate. Many tenants have to sit outside their front door, in this hot weather, dry their clothes and eat meals almost

in the street. THe houseowners, mostly, don't look after their squalid buildings and the street just outside. THere is an answer. I am prepared to pay extra on my local tax to provide proper supervision as would have been the case in the told council house days. MR Batty, Tennyson Road, Bognor Regis Dear Editor

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Your Changing Times article last weekend brought back happy memories. In 1957, I moved from Twickenham to Pagham and, having previously worked in the City, was concerned at finding a secretarial job. Luckily, Lec Refrigertion was advertising and I joined as secretary to Frank Purley - export director. THe photograph of Joan Purley launching the first aircraft and George Farley, the pilot, entertaining a customer in the flying showroom started the memories.

After receiving some technical explanations from one of the engineers, I found the work extremely interesting and recall some of the regular customers - Ralph Vineberg, Canada; Raoul Pictet, France and Anton Karass, the composer of the Harry Lime theme. I worked in an office of supportive colleagues - Bruce Saxon, Les Ansell, Bill Read and later my brother, Mike Smith after his national service - a great team. As a secretary, I was invited to join the Lec Social Club committee and thereby quickly got to know lots of the 1,800 staff.

Charlie Purley had a family ethos for his company and encouraged suggestions from all staff levels, being a real brainwave man himself. It was said he would wake in the night and immediately jot and sketch ideas. As a new industry at that time, he was the force to inspire and make products known worldwide. From this, it is easy to see why the local ex-employees voted for the new pub on the site to be named after him. Valerie Reddy Nee McGregor, nee Smith, Brooksmead, Bognor Regis

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CHICHESTER CINEMA AT NEW PARK The 28th Chichester International Film Festival August 8 - 13

THe 28th Chichester International Film Festival, the largest on the South Coast, opens its wide doors at Chichester Cinema at New Park on August 8 with the UK Premiere of THe Conductor, a magnificent and epic new Dutch film in the presence of the director, actor and producer. THe film is based on the 1920’s true story of the Dutch born Antonia Brico, the world’s first woman who successfully conducted a large symphony orchestra. Programming features 130 films and events from 8 – 25 August with Premieres, Previews, New Releases, Documentaries, Retrospectives, Treasures from the Archives, Jazz Events and visiting Guest Talent Q&As at six venues in and around Chichester. THis week’s films include Leto a preview, which tells the story of a rock legend, his protegé and his wife in Soviet Russia while THe Grand Ballet Hotel is a very delightful, original film set in a French Alps training hotel for chefs and other staff. Happy Ending, a UK Premiere from Denmark, centres on Helle who looks forward to retirement with her husband but he has other plans. Germany’s Transit, follows a man attempting to escape German-occupied France and who falls in love with the wife of a dead author whose identity he has assumed. Israel’s Working Woman, is a UK Premiere must-see for its #MeToo theme which follows Orna returning to work, a harassment predicament the outcome. THe UK Premiere of King Petar THe First, tells the story of the would-be Serbian king who returns to his country to liberate his people. Rediscovering women directors include Lynne Ramsay’s Morvern Callar, Elaine May’s brilliantly comic A New Leaf, Outrage by Ida Lupino, a famed 1950’s actor turned director, and Sally Potter’s glorious THe Tango Lesson, a docudrama

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in which she recounts the time she was an avid tango dancer, leading her to visit Argentina and the U.S. THe festival celebrates the non-conformist director Bernardo Bertolucci with his epic 1900 masterpiece of friendship and betrayal with Robert de Niro. Canada Now showcases no less than six new films, Mouthpiece focusing on Cassandra, a fiercely independent millennial woman who finds it tough to live by her own rules. Retrospectives include Albert Finney, Don’t Let the Bastards Grind you Down. THe late, great actor gave us wonderful performances, the festival featuring eight of his films including Erin Brockovich, Charlie Bubbles, THe Dresser and Gumshoe. Treasures from the Archives include Heat and Dust, a Merchant-Ivory film and Stanley Kubrick’s chilling A Clockwork Orange this week. Don’t miss either the World Premiere of THe Man Who Got Carter, a documentary by Tony Klinger on his father, the legendary British film producer Michael Klinger, a trailblazer resulting in Get Carter with Michael Caine; Repulsion, directed by Roman Polanski, Klinger working with the likes of Roger Moore, Oliver Reed and others. For full details get the programme at the cinema or elsewhere or online at www.chichesterfilmfestival.co.uk For images please contact Carol Godsmark carol@ carolgodsmark.co.uk Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY Box office: 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org

FOREIGN FILM OF THE WEEK

Samba

Comedy, Drama Language: French Screened at Picturedrome Cinema Samba is a French comedy drama film, cowritten and directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano. It is the second collaboration between Olivier Nakache, Eric Toledano and Omar Sy after 2012's THe Intouchables. Samba migrated to France ten years ago from Senegal, and has since been plugging away at various lowly jobs. Alice is a senior executive who has recently undergone a burn-out. Both struggle to get out of their dead-end lives. Samba's willing to do whatever it takes to get working papers, while Alice tries to get her life back on track until fate draws them together.

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Playmobil: The Movie

Animation, Adventure, Family Screened at Picturedrome Cinema From the Head of Animation behind Frozen and Tangled, Playmobil: THe Movie takes audiences on an epic adventure through a sprawling imaginative universe in the first-ever feature film inspired by the beloved, award-winning Playmobil toys. Powered by thrilling adventures, multiple worlds, and hilarious characters, Playmobil: THe Move is a magical adventure full of heart for the entire family. When her younger brother Charlie unexpectedly disappears into the magical, animated universe of Playmobil, unprepared Marla must go on the quest of a lifetime to bring him home. As she sets off on a fantastic journey across stunning new worlds, Marla teams up with some unlikely and heroic new friends – the smooth-talking food truck driver Del, the dashing secret agent Rex Dasher, a wholehearted robot, and an extravagant fairy-godmother. THrough their vibrant adventure, Marla and Charlie realise that no matter how life plays out you can achieve anything when you believe in yourself!

based on Sarfraz Manzoor’s acclaimed memoir Greetings from Bury Park: Race, Religion and Rock N’ Roll, Blinded By THe Light tells the story of Javed (Viveik Kalra), a British teen of Pakistani descent growing up in the town of Luton, England, in 1987. Amidst the racial and economic turmoil of the times, he writes poetry as a means to escape the intolerance of his hometown and the inflexibility of his traditional father. But when a classmate introduces him to the music of Bruce Springsteen, Javed sees parallels to his working-class life in the powerful lyrics. As Javed discovers a cathartic outlet for his own pent-up dreams, he also begins to find the courage to express himself in his own unique voice.

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From writer, director, producer Gurinder Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham) comes the inspirational drama Blinded By THe Light, set to the music and lyrics of Bruce Springsteen’s timeless songs. Blinded By THe Light is a joyful story of courage, love, hope, family, and the unique ability of music to lift the human spirit. Inspired by a true story,

Quentin Tarantino returns to the silver screen with his ninth major motion picture, following 2015’s bloodthirsty western, THe Hateful Eight. THis time the auteur’s gaze is fixed upon the Golden Age of Hollywood, with a characteristically star-studded ensemble cast. We join fading TV star, Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his stuntman Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) as they seek to reclaim the spotlight of yesteryear by any means possible. With a trailer promising a slick, seedy, and hyper-stylish tour of La La Land’s brightest stages and darkest passages, expect a typically Tarantino-esque approach to storytelling. THe director has hinted at an interweaving series of plotlines, mirroring the narrative juggling of his iconic 1994 release, Pulp Fiction. Despite both

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Thriller, Action Screened at Picturedrome Cinema

When there is an assassination attempt on U.S. President Allan Trumbull (Morgan Freeman), his trusted confidant, Secret Service Agent Mike Banning (Gerard Butler), is wrongfully accused and taken into custody. After escaping from capture, he becomes a man on the run and must evade his own agency and outsmart the FBI in order to find the real threat to the President. Desperate to uncover the truth, Banning turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name, keep his family from harm and save the country from imminent danger.

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its leads previously working with Tarantino, the picture marks the first time that DiCaprio and Pitt have shared the screen. They’re joined by a stellar lineup of A-listers including Margot Robbie, Al Pacino, James Marsden, Tim Roth, and Kurt Russell. With a jaw-dropping cast and one of the world’s most iconic locations and evocative eras to draw upon, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood has all the wonderfully bewildering and chaotic ingredients to become an instant classic.

Dora and The Lost City Of Gold Adventure, Family Screened at Picturedrome Cinema

Having spent most of her life exploring the jungle, nothing could prepare Dora for her most dangerous adventure yet -- high school. Accompanied by a ragtag group of teens and Boots the monkey, Dora embarks on a quest to save her parents while trying to solve the seemingly impossible mystery behind a lost Incan civilization.

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10 THINGS TO DOthis & SEE week

Event. Chilli Fiesta. Join the party at the UK's biggest chilli festival at West Dean Gardens, north of Chichester. Dance to live Latin music, watch cookery and gardening demonstrations and taste delicious chilli foods until your tongue sizzles. A number of new attractions this year include Strictly Come Dancing's Graziano Di Prima dancing live with his partner Giada Lini, Rob Heron and THe Tea Pad Orchestra, cookery stars Miranda Gore Browne, Chetna Makan and Steven Carter Bailey, wildlife gardening expert Kate Bradbury, West Dean Gardens' head gardener Tom Brown and slackline and circus skills workshops. Shopping stalls, vintage funfair, workshops, children's activities and outdoor cinema add to the attractions. Opening times: Friday: 10am-9pm, Saturday: 10am-11pm, Sunday: 10am-8.30pm. Day tickets: Adult, £19, on Friday and Sunday, £22 on Saturday, children five-15, £3.

Theatre. The Tempest. As part of Arundel Festival 2019, the award-winning theatre group Illyria returns to the Collector Earl’s Garden at Arundel Castle for two alfresco performances of Shakespeare’s THe Tempest on August 16 and 17. THe play, performed as closely as possible to the Elizabethan original, is lyrical, thought-provoking and raucously funny. Set within the castle’s criticallyacclaimed gardens, alive with thousands of colourful blooms, these shows offer theatre lovers an experience like no other. Members of the audience can enjoy the grounds from 5.30pm with

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performances due to start at 7.30pm. Tickets, at £20 for adults and £15 for children are available through the castle's website at: arundelcastle.org

Event. Reptile Day. If you and your family have been inspired by Sir David Attenborough and his television programmes, there's a chance to get up close and personal with a range of reptiles at Aldingbourne Country Centre, off the A27, near Fontwell, on Tuesday August 13. Tom's Talking Reptiles will be at the centre with some of their collection of reptiles, most of which have been rescued, including iguanas, snakes, frogs, lizards, tortoises and tarantulas, from 10am4pm. Not only will you be able to hold the reptiles but Tom and his team will be there for any information. No need to book. Other attractions at the site will also be available - a woodland walk, open farm, mini golf, ride on tractors, sand and water play area, wooden train and castle play area, and delicious locally sourced and home-cooked food in its café which features an indoor slide.

Theatre. This is Theatre. THe historic Guildhall in Priory Park in central Chichester will be the setting for two shows, one each for adults and children tomorrow (Saturday), August 10. At 3pm, Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad will be setting off on their well-loved adventures in an adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's THe Wind in the Willows. Closely adapted from the original and combined with traditional folk music, this will delight children and adults alike. Another theatrical classic, THe Importance of Being Earnest will be performed at 7.30pm. Performed by just three actors, this ‘Trivial Comedy for Serious People’ will be a fast-paced, one-act adaptation which will truly demonstrate, as Algernon/Ernest observes ‘the truth is rarely pure and never simple’. Tickets for both shows are available at: thisismytheatre.com and priced at £10 for adults and £8 for children. THe two productions will be repeated at Church Norton, Selsey, on Tuesday, August 13.

Event. Bonfire Societies Firework Championships. THe championships is an exciting

event for lovers of fireworks. THree bonfire societies will battle it out to be crowned the 2019 champions on Saturday, August 10. During the judging, there will be a demonstration by organisers Phoenix Fireworks to give a fourth display for the evening. As well as fireworks, there will be a fun fair and family entertainments, food facilities and bars. Or visitors can bring a picnic to enjoy whil watching the shows in the stunning grounds of Wiston Park, near Steyning. Doors open at 4pm, fireworks will start around sun down (9pm approx) and all shows will have finished by 10.30pm. Judging will be announced around 10.30pm. Free parking. Tickets are available online at: bsfchamps.co.uk or on the door, costing £10 for adults, £5 for children, £28 for families.

Event. Selsey Festival. Continuing the month-long community fun in this seaside town, Manhood Classic Cars presents its Annual Summer Show, 10am to 4pm, at the Recreation Ground, School Lane, on Saturday August 17. It promises to be the largest single day car show in the South, Free entry with charitable donations welcome for this year's good causes - Selsey First Responders, Brent Lodge Wildlife Trust and THe Old Gardens Animal Rescue Centre. Now in its 17th Year, back again by popular demand, Selsey’s foremost musical theatre societies; Cloud Nine and SACOS, join forces with some wonderful guests to bring a feast of entertainment. Songs, sketches, comedy and some saucy surprises will be on offer at Selsey Town Hall for THe Fantastic End of the Pier Show, which is on August 15, 16 and 17 at 7.30pm with a matinee at 2.30pm on the Saturday. Tickets at £8, available from Highhouse Insurance, 101 High Street, Selsey (cash/cheque only) or by card from: ticketsource.co.uk/cloud9

Event. Ageless Week. Chichester Festival THeatre will be hosting a week of free dementia and family friendly events from August 12-17, as part of the theatre’s Ageless campaign: a programme of work which provides life-changing experiences for people who might otherwise miss out, and helps to enrich people’s lives with the joy of creative expression, socialising

3 and the treat of seeing a show. Activities range from a Lullaby Lounge for babies to a seminar about the legal issues we may face as we get older, an Oklahoma!themed picnic and a Dementia Friends session for businesses. Nearly all the events are free but voluntary donations to the Ageless campaign are welcome. For full details, visit: cft.org.uk/ agelessweek

Event. Dog show. Alphapets' annual show will take place on Sunday August 11, from 12.30pm – 4.30pm at THe Queens Field, West Meads, Bognor Regis PO21 5SB. Dog Show registration is from 11.30pm with classes starting an hour later and there will be plenty of other entertainment for four-legged friends and their owners. Radio station Spirit FM will be having a stand as will a number of charities. Stalls will include home-made cakes, second hand pet accessories and a tombola. A pets corner, a bouncy castle, dog activities, demonstrations, fun and games will add to the activities while refreshments will be available all day. Proceeds will be going to two worthy causes, Hounds for Heroes and British Divers Marine Life Rescue.

Event. Commercial Vehicles Day. THis event at Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre will

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host a display of interesting and historic commercial vehicles from before and after the Second World War. THe open-air museum in the village north of Arundel at New Barn Road (BN18 9LT) is open from 10am – 4.30pm. THe event on Sunday August 11Victorious F will include special communicationsClarence Es activities related to the museum's23-25 Augu exhibits illustrating the history ofwww.victor communication in the last 150 years. During the summer holidays, childrenTWO Door can enjoy activities around the museumRudimental and take part in the family trail. VisitorsBandit are t of all ages can discover the South’sSouthsea Co working past , learn about technologyVictorious F through the years, and have fun riding THe threethe narrow gauge train and historic bus25, is the U and one of t around the 36-acre site. with its ten Event. Open Day. Southsea's children's ar attractions. historic Kings THeatre is Other fam throwing open its curtains and its doors - to welcome all visitors to are Doves, see behind the scenes and enjoy a host Ocean Colo of activities on Sunday August 11, from Criminals, P Drawn Boy, 10am-4pm. THere's no need to book, just turn up at the Albert Road venue for Marley, Bas free family fun. Get your face painted, Futureheads listen to some spoken word, join in with THree-time some great workshops and much more. Plan B is set Saturday Ni THe programme includes children’s who reform workshops, performances, backstage and technical tours, meet the archivists Indie-rock addition to t and live music. Confirmed include exc and self-rele

Theatre review  By Kelly Wickham 8 Hotels Until August 24 Minerva Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP 01243 781312 box.office@cft.org.uk www.cft.org.uk SET AT a time where there are designated areas of accommodation and transport for blacks and whites along with separate schools, churches, graveyards, parks and restaurants. It's 1944 in America with three actors all performing Othello. THey are all friends but, in midcentury American society, they are not equals. Paul Robeson (Tory Kittles) is performing the part of Othello and struggles along the tour journey with different reactions in different states. Couple this with his Desdemona, the young Uta Hagen (Emma Paetz) who Paul is having an affair with, with little attempt to conceal it. Uta's husband, José Ferrer (Ben Cura), plays Iago and knows about the affair between his wife and

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his friend Paul after all, they are making barely any effort to hide it. José can't hide his jealousy and instead looks in the mirror to work out what he looks like and he can help this with his acting of Iago. His jealousy becomes further evident when he fuels his anger on Paul, provoking him with talk of slavery and discrimination. THe revenge José takes on his former friend goes one step too far which renders him without a job or

passport. With scenes of pure emotion and raw feelings from fantastic actors, which the audience could really feel and got caught up in, director Richard Eyre is lacking in something more exciting which leaves some audience members stifling yawns toward the end. Emma Paetz is truly fantastic as Utah, her passion shines through in every scene whereas director,, level-headed Peggy (Pandora Colin) just isn't given enough scenes

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Live pub and club gigs in August PUB and club live music gigs in the Bognor Regis and Chichester area during August. More details about these artists and bands can be found on the website: vickiwheeler.co.uk

Live Music August 9 - GJs Group, THe Cricketers, Wisborough Green, 8.30pm. August 10 - Joe Butt, RAFA Club, Bognor Regis, 8pm; THe Lucky Jacks, Pagham Beach Club, 8.45pm; Kim G, Bognor Regis Railway Club, 9pm. August 11- Andy Osman, Pagham Beach Club, 3pm. August 23 - REMbrandt, THe Hothampton, Bognor Regis, 9pm. August 24 - Steve Williams, RNA, Waterlooville, 8pm; Sweeney Todd, Pagham Beach Club, 8.45pm. August 25 - One 4 THe Road Duo, Pagham Beach Club, 3pm. August 31 - Beaten Tracks, THe Foundry, Chichester, 9pm; Joe Butt, THe Seal, Selsey, 9pm. Acoustic events facebook.com/coustics Quieter events, everyone plays together, solos are welcomed throughout the evening. August 13 - Blues Club, THe George, Felpham, 8pm. Entry £5. August 22 - Ukulele Club, THe Prince of Wales, Woodgate, 8pm. Entry £5.

Victorious Festival Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, PO5 3PB 23-25 August, 2019 www.victoriousfestival.co.uk TWO Door Cinema Club, THe Specials, Rudimental, Bloc Party, New Order, Clean Bandit are the top bands who will be gracing Southsea Common this month for the eighth Victorious Festival. THe three-day event, on August 23, 24 and 25, is the UK’s biggest metropolitan festival and one of the biggest genre-spanning events with its ten stages and tents as well as a children's arena and on-site circus, plus other attractions. Other familiar names scheduled to appear are Doves, THe Zutons, Dodgy, James Bay, Ocean Colour Scene, THe Hives, Fun Lovin' Criminals, Professor Green, THe Rifles, Badly Drawn Boy, THe Vaccines, Razorlight, Ziggy Marley, Basement Jaxx, Starsailor, Ash, THe Futureheads THree-time Ivor Novello Award-winning Plan B is set to bolster the Sunday bill and on Saturday Nineties pop sensations All Saints, who reformed in 2016, will be on stage. Indie-rockers Idlewild are also a welcome addition to the Victorious line-up. Confirmed additions across the weekend include exciting up and coming, unsigned and self-releasing artists and include singer-

songwriter Miles Hunt and Erica from THe Wonder Stuff, famously unsigned Jerry Williams, THe Snuts, Laurel, Alice Jemima, Plastic Mermaids, Alex Francis, Kawala, AK Patterson, and Bessie Turner . Festival director Andy Marsh said: “We’ve worked tirelessly this year to ensure our lineup caters for all tastes and we truly believe we’ve hit all the key points from the musical spectrum. “Adding these amazing artists to the line-up we’ve already announced with bands like THe Specials, New Order, Bloc Party, Clean Bandit and THe Vaccines not to mention unbelievable pop acts like Rudimental and Two Door Cinema Club, it’s safe to say Victorious has got to be the most exciting, most diverse festival programme anywhere this summer.” Revellers can expect an eclectic mix of live music and DJ performances, from some of the biggest names in the music industry, as well as a medley of locally sourced food markets and ale stalls, an arts and craft marketplace, a jam-packed kids arena, hosting themed games, live performances and much, much more. Friday tickets are available from £40 and Saturday and Sunday at £45 a day while weekend tickets for the whole event are £125. Book on the website at: victoriousfestival. co.uk

e’ve worked tirelessly this year to ensure our line-up caters for all tastes and we truly believe we've hit all the key points from the musical spectrum." -Andy Marsh, Festival Director

Open mics facebook.com/om.playlive reverbnation.com/playlive August 11 - THe Claremont, Bognor Regis, 8pm. August 14 - THe Hothampton, Bognor Regis, 8.45pm - Jam Night with Jon August 15 - TAO, Bognor Regis, 9pm

Royal Marines' School band set to raise roof Royal Marine School of Music www.royalnavy.mod.uk/ RMSchoolofmusic ARGUABLY, on their way to being the best military musicians in the world, trainees from the Royal Marines School of Music will be performing at Portsmouth Guildhall tomorrow (Saturday). THe men and women who have been polishing their talents at the training base at HMS Excellent on Whale Island, Portsmouth, are planning to raise the roof when they return to the venue for their biggest and most exciting concert of the year.

It’s entertainment from beginning to end with music covering the wide range of these young musicians' skills from the concert band, the big band, to the corps of drums. THe event will include the famous ceremony of Beating Retreat. With the world’s best music, with fanfares, marches and the dazzling Beating Retreat, don’t miss your chance to see the Royal Marines perform at their unbeatable best. TICKETS for the show, which starts at 2pm, are £17.75 and available online from: portsmouthguildhall.org

Free family fun and games event in city Rotary Club of Chichester www.facebook.com/ RotaryChichesterPriory/ ROTARY Club of Chichester Priory has arranged a free family and children Summer Fun event on Saturday August 10. It will be running from 10am-1pm on the Cathedral Green in West Street, Chichester. Crowds are sure to be impressed by a sponsored steel band . THere will be games and activities including archery, badminton, Turnball, mini golf, mini table tennis, giant Jenga, tenpin bowling, dominoes, large chess, treasure island board, face painting, animal trail, storyteller and an emergency relief Rotary Shelterbox display to see and much more. All families are welcome to drop in and have fun.

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Take back your time and let us take care of your laundry Total Laundry Ltd 2 Phoenix Business Centre, Spur Road, Chichester PO19 8PN Tel:01243 756182 Email: wash@totallaundry.co.uk www.totallaundry.co.uk LIFE is busy enough without having to do the laundry! THis summer why not give yourself the gift of time and bring all your laundry to us. Here are just some of the great services we offer; • We wash, dry, fold and even sort your clothes so all you have to do is put them away! We’ll also iron it too. • We also do a great job on your bed linen and towels. Experience the luxury of slipping between perfectly ironed sheets when you go to bed. Clean bedding never felt so good! • We also offer a no-nonsense, nocontract commercial service - only use

us when you need us - perfect for B&Bs, holiday homes, restaurants and catering companies. • Need to ‘borrow’ some new linen? Well, we hire bed and table linen too. • We also ‘Dry Clean’, using the Eco friendly Wet Care system. Incidentally, we are one of the first laundries in the area to do so. THis method is solvent-free and leaves your garments fresh, clean and feeling amazing. • Wedding gown cleaning and packing – don’t stuff your expensive gown in a bin bag, let us clean it, fold it and professionally pack it in a beautiful study box. We are called Total Laundry for a reason, so for all your laundry and linen requirements come to us! THinking of updating your bedroom? Check out our online bed linen store, Total Linen. We sell top quality bed linen and towels, hand picked by laundry experts.

Perfect for businesses, perfect for your family! Total Laundry, Chichester’s Professional Laundry, Linen Hire & Dry Cleaning Service. Serving domestic clients and successful businesses in West Sussex since 2009.

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Using the modern, eco-friendly, aqueous wet cleaning technique, we gently clean your suits, dresses, jumpers, wedding gowns and even motorcycle leathers! We don’t use solvents or harsh chemicals just a gentle, eco-friendly processes that leaves your items looking, feeling and smelling wonderful.

We put love back in to your laundry! We take pride in the laundering of your linens and clothing. Expert care is taken at every step of the process - delivering spotless results, on time, every time. Total Laundry specialise in restaurant linen and can also supply & hire too. Supplying you with top quality restaurant linen, direct from the manufacturers and all at great prices.

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New and second-hand furniture for your home and office. Huxley at Home is a quality second-hand furniture store in Runcton selling a wide range of modern, painted, antique and vintage furniture. We also sell new furniture from sustainable sources and made from reclaimed materials, and stock gifts and accessories for the home. There is something for everyone.

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We specialise in the repair, restoration and upcycling of old beloved furniture to give it a new lease of life for selling in our shop. The most environmental way to buy furniture. We also offer a comprehensive repair and restoration service of antique and modern furniture. From simple repairs through to the full restoration of older pieces. Free, no obligation, quotation. Come and visit us in store or take a look at our website.

VISIT US IN STORE We are located next to Manor Nursery in Runcton just outside Chichester, with plenty of free car parking.

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Summer is ideal time for roofing projects Global Roof Care 01243 717986 www.globalroofcare.co.uk

Family-run firm combines experience with range of services LHS And Sons Ltd 210 Upper Richmond Road Putney SW15 6NP 07508 589271 www.lhsltd.co.uk WITH more than 60 years of experience in a wide range of building trades, LHS and Sons Limited can offer a wide range of construction and improvement services for householders and businesses. It is a family-run business working in Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire and London. Although the business was officially established in 2005, the family has a huge amount of experience preceding this, which dates from 1956. Over the years, management, staff and associated contractors together have amassed a huge amount of experience in many different types of trade, and this has meant that it can now offer a great number of services to customers, with impressive levels of

knowledge regarding how best to get the job done. LHS and Sons works in many different parts of the building sector, including: * Building, such as extensions, renovations, exterior painting and coating, LHS' experience means that it is able to liaise with you about many different types of building work, depending on the property and vision. * Groundwork, which includes drainage, earthworks and kerbing, drainage, sewage treatment, concrete base slabs, subsidence, underpinning, barriers and plant hire are some of the specialist services offered. *Resurfacing with materials such as Tarmac, hot tar and chippings, block and granite sets and resin bonding. Work includes roads and drives, private lanes, car parks and paths, schools, railway platforms, potholes, block paving and hot tar. * Landscaping projects include hard to soft construction, Japanese knotweed removal and treatment and woodland and vegetation clearance for development. *Artificial grass can be supplied with an even surface, good drainage and weed-barrier and installed for homeowners, landlords, businesses and schools. With so much knowledge, experience and pride in the work that the firm completes, you can be certain you will be more than satisfied with the finished result – meaning that there is no better time to get in touch with LHS and Sons to discuss your plans.

SUMMER is an ideal time to consider repairs and maintenance to your home's roof before autumn storms arrive and a possible emergency develops. Global Roof Care is a Hampshire-based reputable roofing contractors with more than 20 years’ experience within the industry. Offering everything from full roof installations through to tile repairs and replacements, the firm's skilled workforce strive to make sure that you are 100% satisfied with the work completed. Transform the look of

your home with a new roof installation from Global Roof Care.Wide-ranging roofing services, including roof repairs and entire replacements, are available plus tile repairs, chimney rebuilds, and flat roof installations. A new level of stability to your flat roof is available, using highquality materials for a finish built to last with acrypol coating. Whether on a commercial, industrial, or domestic property, this weather-proof coating safeguards your flat roof from all kinds of weather-related problems. Weather-resistant fascia and soffits can be installed to enhance your property with a selection of colours and styles. Complete replacement services or repairs are available,

stripping out old installations and changing them for a more durable alternative. If your property's uPVC fascia is looking a bit tired, Global Roof Care uses one of the country’s leading manufacturer’s products to offer first-rate cleaning solutions. Removing up to 95% of stubborn stains, these products can be employed by experts across a variety of uPVC items, including conservatories, fascias, and soffits. Faulty guttering can lead to all kinds of problems if it is left without repair or replacement and there are many advantages to replacing it with modern uPVC fittings. Unrivalled leadwork solutions, covering everything from chimneys through to roof valleys, is another of the services offered by Global Roof Care. What’s more, its leadwork specialists are able to tailor their services according to your budget and requirements, ensuring that you get the service you’re looking for at a price you can afford. THe firm's experts are able to provide you with all the advice and support you need to make the right decision for your home. THis includes offering free quotes on all projects and providing professional aftercare services.

YOUR LOCAL REPLACEMENT UPVC FASCIA & GUTTER COMPANY

BLOCK PAVING EXPENSIVE? Owing to bulk purchase due to the educational sector,

We have 800 packs of 50mm and 75mm block paving available to the general public.

Capping over existing timber causes it to sweat and rot. Don’t change it, replace it and you will never have a problem.

LHS can supply and install for only £65 per square metre. Various colours.

All work carries a 15 years guarantee. 2MILLION POUNDS PUBLIC LIABILITY COVER Also available: Drainage, excavating, curbing and groundwork.

Fascia & Guttering £39.95 per metre (normally £80 per metre) Fascia, Soffits Guttering £49.95 per metre (normally £100 per metre) Genuine offer therefore all work must be completed by 31st August 2019.

LHS and Sons Limited civil engineers

Head office: 210 Upper Richmond Road, Putney SW15 6NP Tel: 02086 258 866 Liphook office: Haslemere Road GU3 0AL Tel: 01428 658 866 Farnham office: Sandrock Road GU10 8LS Tel: 01252 308 593

Mobil: 07508 589271 Email: sales@lhsltd.co.uk www.lhsltd.co.uk Company Registration No. 56 43 949

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Enjoy your garden at its best this summer with GreenThumb GreenThumb Ltd. The Hub , Lavant House West Lavant PO18 9AB 01243 373642 www.greenthumb.co.uk SUMMERTIME - warmer, longer days and a burst of beautiful flowers, all best enjoyed in the garden. GreenTHumb Lawn Treatment service has over thirty years’ experience in being the best in lawn care and holds the secret to keeping lawns continually nourished all through summer. THeir bespoke seasonal fertilisers, NutraGreen, are specifically designed to

feed a lawn with precisely what it needs, in the right quantities and at the right time; making the grass plant grow stronger and more robust. NutraGreen Summer encourages growth and keeps a lawn vibrant and thriving as temperatures rise. What’s more, NutraGreen is formulated using no-scorch technology; so, when applied by a GreenTHumb lawn expert, it does nothing but good. GreenTHumb also apply a tailored, targeted treatment to rid a lawn of unwanted weeds; which are not only unsightly but compete with grass for essential sunlight, water, air and nutrients. Being made up of living, breathing plants

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for kitchens and bathrooms Coastline Bathrooms, Kitchens & Tiles Ltd 26 Queensway, Bognor Regis PO21 1QT 01243 869966 info@coastline-interiors.co.uk www.coastline-interiors.co.uk For nearly 20 years, Coastline Bathrooms & Kitchens has been providing a broad spectrum of customer-led services from its showrooms in the centre of Bognor Regis. In that time, more than 4000 bathroom and kitchen installations have been carried out by it's own in-house fitting teams. THis local independent supplier is a one-stop shop offering everything from design to installation, including tiles, for all bathroom and kitchen needs.

As a family-run small business, prices are very competitive and with new pay-monthly finance plans, whether full installation, DIY or trade, Coastline offers a cost-effective service. Free quotations and free local delivery on DIY goods are available. Services offered range from the complete installation package of bathrooms, wetrooms and kitchens, including renovation and refurbishment projects, to simpler adaptions and alterations to existing fittings to refresh and renew any home. Each quotation survey is tailored around the individual’s budget, desire and need, offering options from the creative bespoke, through to the affordable luxury, without compromising on quality.

Friday, August 9, 2019 Summer has arrived on the South Coast and after laying dormant over the winter your lawn now needs attention.

- it is crucial a lawn receives sufficient water just the same as any outdoor or indoor plants. Given that summer spans several months, it’s good to notice whether a lawn is lacking moisture; hotter, drier weather can turn a lawn yellow and dry. As the grass plant is 93% water, it will therefore eventually die if it hasn’t been able to absorb enough moisture: it’s most beneficial to give a lawn a drink early in the morning or late in the evening. GreenTHumb’s Oasis treatment is an ideal complement to a lawn’s watering programme all while offering protection from drought conditions. THis targeted water management treatment significantly increases soil absorption of any available moisture, from rain or watering - meaning the lawn has access to what it needs, especially during a drier spell. Oasis not only helps the lawn flourish; it also saves water by reducing how much a lawn needs to survive by up to 80% (depending on soil type). GreenTHumb recommends implementing good, regular mowing programme. Dry, sunny days are the best conditions for lawn mowing. It’s important that mower blades are kept sharp or

Services offered range from the complete installation package of bathrooms. wetrooms, and kitchens, including renovation and refurbishment projects, to simpler adaptations and alterations to existing fittings to refresh and renew any home.

Sleek lines and beautiful finishes are a hallmark of complete bathroom installations, which include supply and fit of products, all plumbing and building works, carpentry, electrical works, tiling, flooring and underfloor heating systems, decorating and removal of rubbish. Adaptions for customers with reduced mobility can be made, as well as the installation of wet rooms and shower rooms. Bathroom products can be supplied, without fitting, at competitive prices. Accessories and cabinets can add the finishing touches to a new or refurbished bathroom. Combining the best of tradition and modern, kitchen work is equally comprehensive with supplying and fitting of all products, electrical works, plumbing, building and gas works, plastering, tiling, flooring, lighting, decorating, underfloor heating and plinth lighting. Appliances from a wide range of manufacturers are available to take away, as well as a variety of work surfaces in laminates, real wood, granite and composites. Flooring of all types is on offer for fitting in

replaced when needed, to avoid causing damage to the grass plant. Also, it is vital, especially during the summer months that grass is not cut too short (less than 1”) as this will weaken the grass, attracting unwanted weeds. Or making a good lawn great, GreenTHumb offers a deluxe, lawn thickening treatment - SlowMow. Considering improving the grass density of the grass, SlowMow helps create a beautiful, thick and luxurious lawn. THis treatment isn’t just about a stunning appearance; it also greatly benefits the lawn behind the scenes, by encouraging stronger roots - which are everything to a lawn’s health. GreenTHumb’s exclusive Lawn Makeover programme has been described by many of their thrilled customers as resulting in “the best lawn ever.” THe 12-step process involves completely removing the old lawn and planting and cultivating brand new grass. THe Lawn Makeover is a transformation process, creating a fantastic new lawn - with that exuberant, emerald lustre for which GreenTHumb lawns are famous.

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Furniture & Mirror Units 5-6 Terminus Mill, Terminus Road Chichester, West Sussex PO19 8UN 01243 783960 www.furnitureandmirror.com FURNITURE and Mirror pride themselves in being the premier oak furniture stockist in the south of England. Who else holds as much stock on their premises ready for same day pick-up or

"It’s designed to be very easy to operate. The hatch is bigger than normal. We modify the existing hatch that is already there. It’s all part of our service."

prompt dispatch? It also means not only are you able to have super fast access to the items you choose, but at a price point that is incredibly competitive. Located across two sites in West Sussex, we have over 30 years experience, having been trading in quality furniture since 1983. We have had a furniture showroom at the same premises in Chichester for more than 21 years – which is also where our main distribution warehouse is located.

Our stock is constantly updated, changing with seasons and fashion

A secondary showroom is at Rustington for customers in that area to see the wide range of furniture and home accessories in stock or available within a few days. We have a huge depth of experience and an excellent customer service record, always seeking out the latest furniture trends but ensuring that the quality of each and every piece matches the standards that our customers have come to expect from us. Our aim has always been to offer the widest range of furniture at better than Internet prices, and, by developing direct relationships with the manufacturers themselves and controlling our own distribution centre, we are able to do just that. Oak is naturally a firm favourite of our customers at present, but we always try to cater for the variety of styles and tastes across our furniture range, with nine design choices in oak and five in other woods so you can choose exactly which pieces complement your home and decor. We are continually researching the latest trends and very best styles in UK, European and worldwide furniture to offer to our customers, selecting from the very best quality manufacturers, taking delivery to our own warehouse for controlled distribution and then presenting them at the most affordable prices. We are open seven days a week including bank holidays, throughout the year. Monday – Saturday: 9.30am-5.30pm, Sunday: 11am4pm and bank holidays: 10am-5pm.

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We have on-site free parking for visitors to our Chichester branch, and offer free delivery on larger items and orders, using our own vehicles and experienced personnel. Our stock is constantly updated, changing with seasons and fashion, and we can deliver to any destination in the UK, Europe or worldwide by arrangement at very reasonable rates. We give you high end goods at Internet prices – not bettered elsewhere. We hold over 95% of our goods in stock ready for delivery and offer free in situ assembly where required. Where we are temporarily unable to supply from stock, items are normally available within four weeks. We endeavour to ensure that our quality furniture products are from sustainable sources, and all our ranges currently meet that criteria. Whether you are looking to buy furniture for your living room, dining room, bedroom or home office, Furniture & Mirror offers a warm welcome and a huge choice.

Add a new dimension to your home iLux Loft Ladders Tel: 01243 782580 Email: sales@iluxloftladders.com IN our waste-conscious lifestyle today, why are we so willing to waste space in our homes? In most homes, space is at a premium, and where we do have

space it is invariably used to its maximum i.e: fitted kitchens, bedroom, bathrooms etc. However, there is a space in most homes that due to poor access is often overlooked - the loft! Good, efficient access to your loft is essential not only for regular inspection of your water tanks, pipes and wiring, but also to ease the storage problems experienced by most family homes. ILux supply and install loft ladders especially designed for easy troublefree access to your loft. THey are also stockists of Velux Blind products. By far the most popular of these is the ilux loft access system. THe main feature of the iLux is its ease of use. Teenagers to pensioners will find that the sprung-assisted hatch door lowers in an effortless action. Combine this with features such as built-in insulation, concealed hinges, rubber sealing strips and finally the integrated ladder itself made of solid pine. Add to this a first class installation service and no wonder the iLux is a best seller at £595 fitted. So please give iLux a call to arrange your free no obilgation survey.

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Mindful ways to live your life well. Do you have a thought you would like to share with others?

DENISE KELLY A passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist.

Is it good for our body and mind to take a nap? www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@ thewellbeingcompanyltd.com WE ARE on our annual camping trip to Dorset for the fifth year running. We go with family friends and all the kids (well big teenagers) that we have been camping with forever. It’s the best fun, outside all day long, beautiful beaches and wall to wall

sunshine! A crazy, non-stop volley ball, cooking, clearing, stressing over the holes in the ground that they call toilets, sleep deprived (due to extreme coldness at night and boiling tent at 5am!!) trip that we all love. On the last day everyone is packing their tents and leaving, but five of us don’t have to rush off and want to make the most of the sunny glorious day. As the group lessons, the remaining people start to get quieter, and calmer. We walk down to the beach, which is

YOU SHOULD APPARENTLY HAVE no more than a 30 minute nap during the day

less than five minutes down a cliff, and as we lay on our towels we are all sound asleep within minutes. It’s the middle of the afternoon and we’ve all literally passed out! But is it good to take a nap? THere is a reason NASA, Google and Samsung have specifically designed sleep pods that shut the outside world out and plays soothing music to you. THere is also a reason it wakes you up again after 20 minutes! THe company behind these trendy sleep pods, are New York-based MetroNaps, who also supply law firms, management consultancies and airlines. Any business, in fact, that is interested in attracting and retaining good-quality employees. A NASA Study of astronauts’ sleep patterns found that the main cognitive function improved by napping was

“working memory”. THis is the ability to multitask – focusing attention on one task while holding other tasks in memory. THis is very needed for performing complex work like piloting a spaceship! In addition to improving cognitive abilities, other studies have shown napping reduces the risk of heart disease, as well as increases alertness, boosts creativity, reduces stress, improves perception, stamina, motor skills, and accuracy, enhances your sex life, helps you make better decisions, keeps you looking younger, aids in weight loss, reduces the risk of heart attack, elevates your mood, and strengthens memory. However, DO NOT OVER DO IT! Despite napping’s many benefits, you can have too much of a good thing. So in order to ensure you don’t interfere with your night sleep patterns you

should apparently have no more than 30 minutes nap during the day! Strangely our little siesta on the beach only lasted about 20 minutes, but I think that was probably due to the increasing number of people surrounding us with their buckets and spades! I have to say though, it is not something I normally indulge in, but I think I may take a little nap at my desk from now on, when the opportunity arises! We all felt super charged after just 20 minutes of afternoon napping! I just want to say a massive thank you for everyone’s feedback for our sevenday diet challenge. Lots of people are continuing for a few weeks after the seven days and reporting 10lbs weight loss in just 3 weeks. It’s not too late for you to start. Just go to: denisekelly.co.uk and sign up today. Health improvements are also part of the package!

Volunteers sought for university project University of Chichester Exercise Physiology Laboratories, Bishop Otter Campus 01243 816025 m.banic@chi.ac.uk RESEARCHER Milena Banic explains what's involved in the Blueberry Study and advantages for those volunteers who take part. THe Blueberry Study will examine whether the intake of blueberries can have beneficial health effects for overweight people during regular healthy exercise. THe study involves a participant attending sessions at the Exercise Physiology Laboratories at the University of Chichester's Bishop Otter campus in Chichester. THe first session will be for familiarisation, then the two following will involve measurements of body composition and determining the participants’ brisk walking speed. At the third session we will also take 2x10 ml of blood. Over the next 36 sessions, participants will perform a programme of a 30 minute brisk walk, three times a week, preferably in the laboratory. During the study each participant will take a daily supplement (25g) of blueberry powder, or placebo powder. After completing 39 visits, participants will visit one more time for a post-intervention session, where we again measure body composition and take 2x10ml blood for analysis. THe project is led by is Professor Mark Willems who, among other studies, has done research into the health effects of blackcurrants. He has been a researcher at Chichester University since 2003 and is programme coordinator for the MSc in Sport and Exercise physiology. THe primary researcher is Milena Banic, who manages the project.

Dr Mandy Gault and Dr Sam Blacker are also involved. Following his previous work, Prof Willems and the team received funding from the United States' Highbush Blueberry Council to conduct this study. Blueberries are an interesting topic to study for their potential health effects on, among other things, cardiovascular health, insulin response, weight, brain health and other health parameters. Most of these studies were short-term and it has not yet been investigated over a three-month period. THe university team is interested in investigating the effect of blueberries on fat usage during regular exercise, something which has not yet been extensively investigated. More than 50% of the population in Britain is overweight or obese. It is therefore essential to gain knowledge of strategies which might be beneficial for health. Blueberries are thought to have beneficial health effects, however it is important to thoroughly study whether blueberries are beneficial for the overweight general population before making any claims. THe results will be made available to the public through (multiple) peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals. Participants can opt to receive their own data at the end of the study. THey are always free to look at their own data which, when made available, will be anonymous and not be traceable to the participant. Participation in the study will offer an insight into how the consumption of blueberries will potentially have beneficial effects on participants' health. THey will also receive a free three-month exercise programme, £3 for each completed session, £120 in total, and free body composition analysis before, during and after the three-month walking programme.

WANTED: participants for a Blueberry study

Is this you? Female 18-50 years old OR Male 18-55 years old Overweight (BMI 25-35) Available for 3 months

Benefits: £3 for each session; total of £120 Body Composition Analysis A free 3-month brisk walking program Deadline for enrolment is 18/08/2019 or until the study is full.

Please contact Milena Banic (m.banic@chi.ac.uk, 01243 816025) for more information, questions or if you want to enroll in the study.

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MORE than 40 former members of Bognor Regis Boys Club made it latest reunion a success. THe turnout of those aged from 73 to 89 delighted the organisers and provided plenty of topics of conversation. One of the main subjects discussed was the remarkable sporting success of the club's members. THeir numbers included national boxing champions, and county level representatives at football, boxing, cricket, table tennis and athletes. Four of the club's members - Roger Bennett, Robin 'Nobby' Kent, George Logan and Colin Edwards - were selected for the England National Boys Club side in the 1950s. All four were at the reunion. Frank Enticknapp, who helped to stage the event, said: "It was a great night with fond memories, balanced with memories of those members who are no longer with us. But we also made sure the club's leaders, trainers and volunteers who contributed so much to the success of the club were not forgotten. "THeir work was combined with the management committee and the residents of Bognor without whose support the club would neither have got off the ground or survived as long." THe reunion was held on the anniversary of the club's foundation stone being laid at its Westloats Lane site on July 19, 1938. THe numbers were slightly down on previous occasions mainly because of mobility problems. THe core years of the membership covered by those attending was the late 1940s to 1960 - when the club became a youth club. It was also the first reunion at which the club's opening date was known. Extensive research by keen local historian Ron Iden after an appeal in the Bognor Regis Post for information revealed this took place on February 24, 1939. Pictured above are three boys club members at Christmas 1950 -l-r: Brian Mercer, Robin 'Nobby' Kent and Frank Smith - and pictured below at the reunion in the same order.

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JOVIAL Chelsea Pensioners lit up a Pagham pub on their annual outing to Goodwood. THe 16 scarlet coat-clad Army veterans, below, returned to THe Lamb during the organiser's 40th year of staging outings to horseracing courses around the country. Pub licensee Don Hoare provided the notable visitors with plenty of food and drink to get them in the mood for an afternoon of cheering on the jockeys. He said: "I'm delighted to see the Chelsea Pensioners back here. It's good to see them. THey have a sense of humour which is second to none." Last Friday lunchtime's visit to the Pagham Road pub was arranged by Roy Askham.

A COUNTRYSIDE charity has called on residents to help Arun District Council to work out how to deal with the changing climate. Twelve of the 16 councils in East and West Sussex have acted to declare a climate emergency or have passed a motion to do so. Arun is compiling plans to put to councillors to decide if they want to join the majority. Professor Dan Osborn, the new chairman of CPRE Sussex, said: "Sussex councils should be proud to be leading the way on climate pledges. "We must all act now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. "We need to find ways to

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He said: "I lay on trips to all the Grade One courses, where there is good competition." One of the Pensioners was former Bersted parish councillor Peter Henry, 72. He said the visit was the return to a pub he knew well from meals out with friends who lived in Pagham. "THese are good days out. We've been to courses all round the country - from York to Ascot and Kempton Park. "I'm looking forward to a good afternoon. Hopefully, I'll take some money back." Fellow Pensioner Joe Sale, 71, said: "THis is the first of my visits, though I enjoy horse racing and have been to most of the racecourses in England. "THere are some really big races this afternoon."

adapt to the inevitable heat waves, rising sea levels and much more variable rainfall that will lead to flooding at one time and drought at another. "Climate change affects all our lives. It can be tackled if we work together. THe South East Climate Alliance (SECA) says more councils in East and West Sussex had acted on climate emergency than in any other county in the country. Alliance co-ordinator Sally Barnard said: "Councils across the south east have responded to public pressure and made remarkable progress in the space of six months."

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A HOST of charities and community groups across Arun and Chichester had the chance to celebrate their successes at their representative body's annual meeting, pictured below. THe get-together by Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester also gave its 439 members the chance to hear about the work of local community networks (LCN). Julie Hodson, the LCN delivery lead for Coastal West Sussex Commissioning Care Group, spoke about the networks and social prescribing. THose present were able to ask her questions about the networks after her presentation. It is hoped this will lead to more links between them and the voluntary sector to improve the ways they work together. LCNs bring together professionals who are caring for adults with several long-term health conditions. Hilda Sherwood, VAAC's chief executive, said: "It was great to see so many of our member organisations and we loved having them here to help us celebrate another great year at VAAC. "We've worked hard this year, with some challenges, but the feedback from our members has been very positive and we look forward to helping even more groups thrive over the next year." THe community lunch which followed the meeting, at Tangmere Village Hall, was a chance for VAAC staff, trustees, members and partners to catch up and share ideas and plan for the future. VAAC senior admin and communications officer Jenny Holmes said: "THe buzz in the room was testament to the many important and useful conversations that were happening and we hope that this will lead to more partnerships and a sronger and more thriving community."

A COMMUNITY group in Bognor Regis has received a donation of materials from Covers Timber & Builders Merchants. THe Men’s Sheds Association, which supports Bognor Regis Men’s Shed at Durban Road, is a community initiative run by volunteers. It aims to reduce isolation and loneliness among men and women by providing a space for them to socialise, build and create. Mel Twinley, the vice chairwoman of Bognor Regis Men’s Shed, said: “We are hugely grateful to Covers for its generosity. “Men’s Shed operates as a space for people to enjoy working with wood and other materials. We rely on donations from companies like Covers so we can continue to run our group.” THe group was able to make three new woodwork benches and install wooden, wall-mounted boxes for holding supplies and fixings thanks to the donations. Paul Allwright, the depot manager at Covers Bognor Regis, said: “We're keen to help support community projects whenever we can. THe Men’s Shed is a fantastic initiative and we're delighted to help."

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Our appreciation of Bognor Regis' architecture The hidden gems that are Bognor's Georgian and Regency style buildings WHEN looking around the town we can see a wide variety of architectural styles, some more easily recognisable than others. However, could you easily spot those buildings of a Georgian and Regency style, still in the area? Some of the buildings are hidden, while others are so prominent that we walk past them every day without a second glance. One of these very distinctive buildings is in High Street. Historically it is known as the Webster and Webb building, today we know it as being opposite Iceland. It was constructed around the middle of the 1820s, at a time when Bognor was just stirring after the Napoleonic Wars. THe owner, Mr. Robert Knapton, was a wealthy man who loaned the town £600 (approximately £75,000 in 2019). Even as a trained architect, his style was an indicator of his influencers, such as his studies into Grecian architecture, with the four iconic pilasters on the front. THere were other symbolic designs in this construction. It was built as a library and became a central destination in the town. It was from here that numerous guidebooks, photographic images etc were produced, which today allow us to view those bygone days. Situated in Sudley Road, and passed by thousands of people without a moment’s

hesitation, is THe Bognor Club. Built in 1837, the year Queen Victoria came to the throne, it is deemed to be in the same style. At the time the town’s population was 2,500 and it was to become a central meeting place for residents and visitors to come together and to host events, such as dances. THe Town Commissioners of the time felt there was a need for such a construction. William Kimber Wonham took on the task. He was a local builder who lived in Sudley Terrace, which he had built. Sudley Road, as we know it today, did not exist and was just a small cul-de-sac off High Street. I read one report that stated Mr. Wonham erected the Town Hall and Assembly Rooms, premises which at the time became the giddy centre of Victorian Bognor life. THese events included London touring companies performing local belles, waltzing with subalterns from crack regiments, and councillors arguing over whether to buy the pier. One of the rooms in the building has a balcony with the word ‘Love’ in wrought iron. Another very distinctive building is the William Hardwicke in High Street thought of as a public house rather than a Regency style building. It was built in 1816, over 200 years ago, and was the coaching inn.

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Until 1850 it was known as THe New Inn, later becoming ‘THe Sussex.’ It was here that the coaches and horses from London arrived. It provided accommodation not only for the traveller, but also stables for the horses, on their journey from London to other destinations (for example the nine hour journey to Dorking or the ‘Royal Sussex’ picked up at 9.45am in order to take passengers to the 1pm train – in Shoreham.) It was built by William Hardwicke, a Bognor brewer – hence the name today. One of the hidden buildings is that of Culver Cottage, seen mainly from the prom, set back beside the Bognor Sailing Club. We drive past the rear of this building as we travel towards the traffic lights at the Aldwick shops, and the view of this private house is easily seen from the promenade. THe cottage was built between 1825 and 1830 as a seaside residence for the gentry. One of the features of some of these homes at the time was the striped canopy hoods over the balconies. THe cottage was built by Mr Edward Curtis and when it was sold in 1854, a covenant was made regarding the view from the house to the sea, stating that it was never to be obscured. For a time it was owned by the National Trust – unbeknown to them when I enquired in the late 1990s. THere are other very prominent buildings that come within this time span. One such building is THe Dome, which is now used by the University of Chichester, and mostly hidden behind the trees along the road to Chichester, opposite Hotham Park. It was built around 1790 by Sir Richard Hotham, in the hope that George III would use it as a seaside residence. THis did not occur but in 1796 the Prince of

Wales came from Brighton for a two-week holiday. An oval plaque was placed above the entrance to the property bearing the wording ‘Hothampton Crescent’, the architect for this building is unknown. Finally our most prominent house from this period is Hotham Park House, built in 1792 for Sir Richard Hotham, and constructed as the first stately home of the parish. THanks to its enclosed nature it was ideally suited to lavish parties where allegedly royal and noble persons could attend. Much has been written about both the man and his house over the years, but few note the name of the architect, which is also different to that of THe Dome, built within years of each other. Interestingly it has had numerous names over the years, including THe Chapel House, Bersted Lodge, Aldwick Manor. In May 1947 the area was opened up to the general public and named Hotham Park. An article by Gerard Young in 1949 remarks that for prosperity sake he hoped the council would live up the preservation of a respectable old piece of architecture before it has to go to national assistance. After numerous struggles it is still with us and hopefully protected for future generations to enjoy. THere are numerous properties in our area that would come under the style. THese include Portland House, West Street, Belmont Lodge in Belmont Street, Woodbine Cottage in Upper Bognor Road, and Melville Lodge in Lyon Street. Sadly one of the properties that has recently been demolished was THe Manor House in Chichester Road, by the large roundabout. It was replaced by flats.

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GOODWOOD Racecourse boss Alex Eade has hailed the five days of the Festival as tremendous as close to 100,000 flocked to the South Downs for the five day extravaganza. THrilling racing featuring some of the world's best horses on one of the most picturesque courses in the UK was the major attraction for visitors last week. Eade said he was delighted with how things had gone for the week - with the number of visitors on a par with last year, despite predicted storms for Tuesday. Speaking after the five days of racing the Goodwood GM said: "THis has been a truly wonderful week at the Qatar Goodwood Festival with many of racing's stars confirming their superiority and a few new ones burning brightly.

"Stradivarius created his own little piece of history on Tuesday when becoming the first horse to win three successive renewals of the G1 Qatar Goodwood Cup and given we have a Double Trigger Restaurant I will have to find something suitable to name. "Friday saw another hat-trick landed, another unprecedented record set as Battaash scorched the Goodwood turf to land a third consecutive G2 King George Qatar Stakes, becoming the first horse in the history of the race to do so. "He is such an outstanding five-furlong performer and so at home here at Goodwood." He added: "Attendance for the week was just under 100,000 which was very similar to last year. Given the current climate, that is a pleasing result.

Goodwood GM on historic day FOUR months ago she had not even sat on a racehorse. But last week Khadijah Mellah made history by winning the Magnolia Cup at Glorious Goodwood to round off a real fairytale story. THe amateur rider from Peckham, in south London, had already made it into the record books by becoming the first UK jocket to wear a hijab while competiting. But she rounded off the day in style by winning the five-and-ahalf-furlong charity race aboard the Charlie Fellowes-trained 25-1 outsider Haverland. For Goodwood Racecourse's General Manager Alex Eade it is a day he will remember for a long time. Speaking after a remarkable day of racing last THursday, he said: "It will go down as one of the most historic days in the long history of Goodwood Racecourse. "It began with 18-year-old Khadijah Mellah's ground-

breaking victory in the Magnolia Cup run in Support of Wellbeing of Women. "It was an exceptionally emotional moment for many involved and I have never seen scenes like it in a winner's enclosure. "It felt to me as though something had changed. "If that wasn't enough, we also witnessed a first success for a Japanese-trained horse at Goodwood when Deirdre landed the G1 Qatar Nassau Stakes. "It is a long-stated aim of ours to attract the best international raiders to the Qatar Goodwood Festival and to see a horse win from such a racing powerhouse is very satisfying. "We hope many others will follow in Deirdre's impressive footsteps." Goodwood's next event is a three-day meeting held over the August Bank Holiday starting August 23.

f Khadija Mellah wins at Goodwood

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FA Cup is first up for Chi City CHICHESTER City boss Miles Rutherford has urged everyone to pull together as the club prepare to embark on their first ever season at Step Four. THe Oaklands Park side swept all before them to one side last season, wining the SCFL Premier title with nearly a month to spare. But this campaign is set to be a different task, with Chi now joining the ranks of the Isthmian South East for the first time in their history. Chi have to wait a week for their longawaited first match at this level, with a trip to Ramsgate on August 17. THe first home game comes a few days later with Whyteleafe making the trip south on August 20 (7.45pm). Before then though City get their competitive season underway with a FA Cup tie at Oaklands Park against Southern Counties East Premier side Erith Town tomorrow (3pm). With ÂŁ2,250 to the winners of the extra preliminary round, Chi will have plenty of incentive to get their campaign off to a winning start. Key to it all though, according to the club's

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manager, will be the whole club continuing to pull together on and off the pitch. Rutherford said: "Last season's league win was a great team effort with everybody at the club pushing in the right direction and certainly that effort was rewarded. "THis season we are in a higher league and

that poses new challenges, not only to the football team but also to the team behind the scenes without which the success wouldn't be possible. "But with those challenges come opportunities that I hope we can take and push on, as high up the league as we can."

f Chi score in pre-season

Sharpies set sail for Chi for Euro championships SAILORS and crew from across Europe will join forces with UK Sharpie Sailors at Itchenor Sailing Club for the 55th European Sharpie Championship later this month. From August 18 to 24, dozens of boats will take to the water at Chichester Harbour, Bracklesham Bay and Hayling Bay for the . THere will be a series of ten races and a great social programme with each competing nation hosting a themed evening, including a British Night, Dutch Pancake Night and more during the week culminating in a prize giving ceremony. It marks a real revivial for the classic two-man racing dinghy which has its roots in 1930s Germany. THe Sharpie is now sailed in the UK in Brancaster Staithe, Burnham Overy Staithe and Wells in Norfolk. It is also reemerging on the South Coast and in Europe in Holland, Germany and Portugal. THe European Championship takes place each year and rotates between the four countries. THis annual event has grown into a sailing extravaganza

over the years with hard and fast competitors sailing for the European title. THis year there are so far 42 competing Sharpies. James Nunn, Sharpie Fleet Captain said: "Once the magic of a Sharpie enters your lifestyle you become part of it for a very long time, thereâ€™s nothing that can compare." Interest in Sharpie racing is certainly growing again with a host of young sailors partaking and enthusiastic yachtsman from around the UK and Europe taking on many Sharpies as restoration projects. Several Sharpies have changed hands over the past 12 months and a top condition boat for sale is becoming difficult to find. Chris Gibbs, Sharpie Sailor said: "THere is nothing more rewarding than seeing a fleet of Sharpies sailing together and is ultimately the reason us Sharpie sailors are members of BSOA (British Sharpie Owners Association) which helps preserve the Sharpie class we all love." To find out more visit www. sharpies.org.uk / www. itchenorsc.co.uk or call 01243 512400.

Sportinbrief î ? Running CHICHESTER Runners & Athletics Club have been shortlisted for a major award. THe thriving group who boast more than 130 people who regularly take part in athletics events, is in the running to win the Club of the Year honour at the South East Volunteer Awards Panel of England Athletics. THe awards ceremony is on October 1 when four committee members will be attending to represent the club. A spokesman for Chichester Runners said: "THis is a great achievement to be recognised in this way and we trust that members appreciate the clubâ€™s focus on developing

potential, providing a wide range of activity suitable for all abilities and our links with the college with all aspects of the club managed by a team of volunteers. "It is worth pointing out that well over 70 seniors were at training last Monday evening and over 60 regularly attending the Summer Trails." THe club celebrated after a squad of 21 went to Henfield for the 'Seven Stiles' race and landed an excellent fifth place. Emma Wickens, Sarah Morris, Tim Brown, Aleks Vargin, Tony Cooley, Nadia Anderson, Jo Prosser, Kevin Williams, Liz Robinson, and Jo Harrison made the team.

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Sportinbrief î ? Short Mat Bowls TEAMS from across the south east flocked to Sussex last weekend for a tournament of top Short Mat Bowls action. Boxgrove Village Hall was the venue for Infinity's Open Triples Competition which saw 12 teams from three counties - including one from Essex - take part. THe teams were split into two groups with the winners of each group battling for the Trophy. Group One saw Compton's pair of Russel Stallibass and Dan Butler joining Robin Armstrong of Infinity coming out on top. Group Two winners were Stephen Bucket, Matt Smith and Colin Dickinson from Portsmouth. In the final the Portsmouth team managed to beat the Compton's team, to lift the trophy. Denise Kirby of Infinity, said: "THe competition was enjoyed by everyone with several teams asking to be invited again." Infinity are a successful club, which welcome players of all abilities. To find out more search for the club on Facebook.

î ? Darts ALDINGBOURNE Mavericks' Adam Jupp nailed a 140 out shot as he helped his sie to an 11-8 victory over Lamb Chops in week 10 of the Friday Summer Darts League. Here are the results in full: DIVISION ONE - Lamb Shankers 11 Hunston Hares 7; Newtown Amity 0 Friary 'Z' 14; the Legends 13 Little Legends 4 MAN OF THE MATCH - Gary Blackwood (Legends) 17 & 19 darts [27.83 av]; Cliff Prior (Friary 'Z') 18 & 20 darts [26.32 av]; Mark Sheppard (Hunston Hares) 23 & 32 darts [18.81 av] DIVISION TWO - Lamb Nomads 8 Royal Oak 10; Friary 'D' 10 Newtown Clubbers 6; Aldingbourne Mavericks 11 Lamb Chops 8; Chi Snooker Club - bye MAN OF THE MATCH - Adam Judd (Mavericks) 18 & 31 darts [20.45 av]; Dave Coupland (Royal Oak) 22 & 22 darts [22.73 av]; Graeme Dutton (Newtown Clubbers) 24 & 25 darts [20.45 av] DIVISION THREE - Cabin 13 Richmond Resurrected 3; Richmond Rebels 6 the Lamb 12; Railway Sleepers 14 ASC 3 MAN OF THE MATCH - Gary Gardiner (Cabin) 21 & 31 darts [19.25 av]; Gary Bennett (Railway Sleepers) 28 & 29 darts [14.64 av]; Neil Conn (Lamb) 30 & 31 darts [16.43 av]

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Lions and Sids aim to bounce back PAGHAM boss Bob Paine will be hoping the magic of the FA Cup will be a welcome distraction from a tough start to his reign at Nyetimber Lane. THe former East Preston manager has called for patience as pieces together a young side which is full of potential and promise. Proof of the task that Paine and his coaching staff have ahead came in the last week when the started their SCFL Premier campaign with two defeats - a 2-0 away loss at AFC Uckfield Town was followed by a 3-0 defeat at home to Saltdean United in midweek. Tomorrow sees the Lions head north to take on Southern East Counties Premier side Tunbridge Wells in the extra-preliminary round of the FA Cup (3pm). SCFL Division One side Selsey are also in action in the world's oldest knockout competition. THe Blues head to east London to play Essex Senior League side Tower Hamlets tomorrow (3pm) off the back of an excellent 6-1 win over Roffey in their opening match of the season. Debutant Max Davies bagged a hat-trick in the ill-tempered match with Callum Dowdell (2) and Lindon Miller rounding off the

scoring. Speaking after the match, vice chairman Dickie Istead said: "Terrific start today for our youngsters. Not at full strength but what a show of strength from the lads. "Debutants making an impact along with last seasonâ€™s spine of the team maturing nicely. We move forward in the right way." Fellow Division One side Sidlesham started their season in very different style, suffering a 2-1 home loss to Oakwood last weekend. Sids took the lead after ten minutes when Tom Jefkins poked the ball home at the back post. But, after Sids spurned a number of chances, the visitors slowly got back into the game drawing level with 15 minutes to go. THen Sids suffered a cruel blow when Oakwood grabbed the winner on the strike of full time. THe Gold and Greens have a chance to bounce back from defeat tomorrow when they welcome league newcomers Roffey to the Recreation Ground (3pm) in the Peter Bentley Cup. SCFL Division Two side Bosham continued their pre-season with a 2-0 loss to Wittering United last weekend.

f Sids shoot on goal in the 2-1 loss to Oakwood

Middleton in race for a top two spot

f Chi play Billingshurst at Goodwood tomorrow

Top two is aim for Bognor CC BOGNOR Regis CC can continue their surge towards promotion when they welcome in-form Goring to THe Regis Oval tomorrow (12.30pm). Ryan Maskell's side have been surging up the Division Two table in recent weeks thanks to a run of four games without defeat. An eight-wicket victory over bottom side Lindfield last time out has lifted Bognor into the promotion places, just five points behind leaders Hastings & St Leonards and level on points with third-place Haywards Heath. Next they host Goring tomorrow, a side who are third bottom but are in a similar run of form to Maskell's XI. Bognor will look to repeat their comfortable victory of last weekend when a fine bowling display dismissed Lindfield for just 52 and set them up for an easy win. Ben Woolnough took the plaudits, taking a remarkable 4 for 4 off eight overs, five of which were maidens. Josh Sargeant (3-18) and Joe Ashmore (3-10) also chipped in

before Bognor knocked off the runs in just over 11 overs. Fellow Division One side Chichester Priory Park continue to look over their shoulders at the relegation zone after suffering a four wicket loss to Goring last weekend. A solid 60 from Joe De La Fuente helped Chi post 165 all out, a total which proved competitive but ultimately about 20 runs short of really testing the home side. De La Fuente rounded off a good all round display by taking 3-26 in the reply as Goring reached the score with plenty to spare. Next for sixth-place Chi is a home match against Billingshurst tomorrow (12.30pm), a side who have won just once in four games. In Division THree West, second place Pagham will be looking to get their promotion push back on track after suffering a five-wicket loss to leaders Roffey Seconds last weekend. Next up for the Nyetimber Lane side is a visit to mid-table West Chiltington & THakeham tomorrow (12.30pm)

MIDDLETON CC have second place in the Sussex Premier Division in their sights. Sean Heather's side have been in excellent form all season springing a number of surprises against more establish top level sides to soar up to third spot in the standings. An 88-run victory over Preston Nomads last weekend laid down a marker to other teams who may have thought Middleton would fall off as the campaign draws to a close. Now, the Sea Lane side can go a step further - by beating second-place Brighton & Hove on home territory tomorrow (11.30am). With just four games of the season to go, Middleton know that a 30 point haul will ensure they leapfrog over their opponents and put them in pole position for a top two finish. Key to victory will be the form of Heather and overseas player Mahesh Rawat, who have been scoring runs for fun against some of the most feared bowling attacks in the county. Rawat, who has played in the IPL T20 competition, remains the competition's best batter scoring more than 750 runs in just 12 innings with an astonishing average of 128. Heather is not far behind him, racking up

more than 600 runs at an average of 56. He added to that tally last weekend against a strong Preston Nomads side when the skipper top-scored with 88 in Middleton's tally of 233 all out. Opening the batting, Heather tamed the conditions and the visitors attack hitting 16 fours and one six as he progressed to his third half century of the campaign. Unfortunately, Heather was unable to find a partner to support him along the way as no one else in the top seven batting spots scored more than 17. When the skipper went with 168-6 on the board, Middleton may have feared they may not reach the 200 mark. But a quickfire 38 from Ben Hansford propelled them to 233 all out from 55 overs. In reply Nomads got off to a solid start adding 34 for the first wicket. But the departure of openers Usman Khan (21), bowled by Jack Carson (4-49), and Nathan Poole (31) to Craig Fowle (4-42) triggered a middle order collapse from which they never recovered. THeir 68 for five became 145 all out as Middleton won by a comfortable margin.

f Middleton's Mahesh Rawat in action against Preston Nomads

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ROCKS are ready for the big kick off - although they will make the trip to Bishop's Stortford with a trimmed down squad after four players left their camp on the eve of the season. Bognor boss Jack Pearce believes his side are raring to go for the new campaign, keen to improve on last season's 14th place finish in the Isthmian Premier. THe first week of the new season brings two very different tests. First up is a trip to Hertfordshire to face a strong physical Stortford side tomorrow (3pm). THen in midweek it's back to the Nye Camp for a Sussex derby against newly-promoted Horsham on Tuesday (7.45pm). Pearce said: "THe squad is shaping up how we want it to and we're confident that we'll be able to take a strong group of players up to Bishop's Stortford for the opening day of the new season." Preparations for the early season double header took a blow when Rocks were soundly beaten 6-1 in a friendly at Southern League Premier Division South outfit Gosport Borough last week. After falling behind after two minutes Rocks struggled to match their opponents in a competitive first half. Two further Gosport goals followed, with Dan Smith's strike

before the break reducing the deficit. THings took a turn for the worse after the interval with three more goals for the home side while skipper Harvey Whyte, Tommy Leigh and Dan Smith all received their marching orders. But despite fears the trio would miss the opening week of the season Rocks officials have confirmed the red cards are 'competition specific' to mean the players will have to sit out Bognor's next friendly matches. Ahead of the trip to THe ProKit Stadium tomorrow, Pearce and confirmed they have parted company with a crop of players going into the big kick-off with Ed Sanders, Josh McCormack and Jack Breed seeking pastures new. Former Portsmouth midfielder Freddie Read has also left the club after being offered a footballing scholarship in the United States. Pearce said: "THe players who were sent off in the Gosport game are available to us and we may even add one or two to the group as well. "As for the game at Privett Park on Friday, sometimes in football you're best to put things behind you and move on and that's what we'll do. "Believe it or not it helped us in our thinking and so although we lost 6-1 there were a few positives that came out of the encounter."

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Captain backs strikers to fire

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IT may only be pre-season but a familiar fear has started to creep in at the Nye Camp - the spectre of not scoring goals. Regular visitors to the Rocks over recent seasons will know the feeling well. THeir side dominate possession, move the ball forward with purpose and create a number of decent chances - only not to convert them. THis then leaves the door open to their opponents to go up the other end and grab a goal with turns wins into draws and draws into defeats. But a new season brings new hope. And in the shape of Dan Smith, Jimmy Muitt and Stu Green then Rocks have an attacking trio who netted close to 70 goals in all competitions last campaign. Even though they are yet to start firing with Bognor averaging less than one goal a game in pre-season - skipper Harvey Whyte is confident the team's frontmen will start firing sooner rather than later. He said: "To be honest with players like Jimmy - I have always said he may have five bad games but he will have 15 unbelievable ones where he scores. "As for Smudger [Dan Smith] he was probably our best player before his loan from Portsmouth ended in March last season and he would have boosted our playoff push if he had stayed playing with us till the end of the year. "I think they are two of the best strikers

in the league and I have no doubt they will both score plenty of goals." But Whyte added that converting chances does not rest with just two people. He added: "What we need to do as a team is to help them out, so that if they do have the off day then myself, Stu [Green], Dougie [Tuck], [Tommy] Scutt and James Crane

need to chip and get the goals. "Our main focus has to be on keeping things tight at the other end of the pitch and getting those clean sheets. If we do that then it makes winning games a lot easier. "THat's the important thing and if we get those things right then we should do well this season."

f Muitt shoots on goal at Gosport

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by Harvey Whyte

IT'S nearly that time again the first match of the season... While the results in preseason have not been the best that does not matter as we've had the chance to try out new players and a few new formations. In midweek we all had a chance to focus on where we are and where we want to be. Jack led a team chat and then we had a really good training season where everyone was working hard, looking sharp and really at it. THere's a really good atmosphere and everyone is looking forward to it. We have clearly strengthened over the summer. Both Stu Green and James Crane I have played with before and they bring experience to the club. Stu is the fittest person I've ever played with - he makes everyone else look unfit so he was a getting a lot of stick from the other lads in pre-season! He is a good player, though, and one of these players who is always likely to get a goal. As for Craney he is the type of character that we missed last year. He is someone who's a leader, he's vocal and will put others straight on the pitch so we welcome him back with open arms. We go to Bishop's Stortford off the back of a bad loss to Gosport in our last pre-season friendly. Even though we were badly beaten I am not necessarily that worried as I thought we played some good stuff. We also knew we would not have our strongest side out with a few triallists at the back. Meanwhile, they've invested fortunes into the side and will be looking to win their league. Given they had their first team out, it was always going to be a difficult ask. THose at the match will also

know that we had a few issues with the referee which resulted in three red cards. I think it's fair to say I did not agree with all of the decisions but we must keep our discipline moving forward. We have had that chat in the dressing room and we will get things like that throughout the season, which we have to ride through. Personally, I think there is a suspension to serve but Jack says myself, Tommy and Smudger are all fine for tomorrow's trip to Bishop's Stortford. Like most of the teams in this league, they will be a big physical side. THe main thing for us with it being the first game of the season is that we need to find our feet. We are more than capable of getting a result as long as we stick to what we are good at. Personally I am not sure where I will be lining up. We're missing players like Chad and Calvin so it may be that I slot in at right back to add some experience to our young defensive line. In central midfield we are looking quite strong with Tommy Leigh, Scutty, Dougie and Stu all good through the middle. THe main thing is we stay organised and play the football we can sticking to pass and move then we should be OK. As for where we will finish it is hard to say. Any team in this league can go on a run. So we will see where we are around Christmas time and then perhaps we can challenge for the playoffs. We do need to improve on a lot of things before we start talking about that. But we have good players, a good squad, a good atmosphere in the camp and with one or two additions we could be up there challenging.

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