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by Kevin Smith kevin.smith@sussexpost.co.uk VILLAGERS are aiming to take control of hundreds of new homes in Ford.

THey have formed the largest community land trust in Sussex which is set to take control of 450 affordable homes planned in a large-scale development on part of the airfield.

Trevor Ford, the trust's chairman,

said: "THe people of Ford wanted to ensure other local people had priority in the affordable housing followed by those in Climping, Yapton and Arundel.

"THere is a huge need in the Arun district for social housing."

Mr Ford, who also chairs Ford Parish Council, said the scheme for 1,500 homes overall was largely welcomed in the area.

"It was obvious to us as a parish council that the site, as an abandoned airfield - was going to be developed," he said.

"We wanted the people of the parish to work with the landowner and the developer to come up with a scheme we feel is the best possible one.

"What we really want is a heart of the village. THese plans are a good start and we need to make sure the

detailed plans meet the aims of our neighbourhood plan, which was backed by 70 per cent of our residents in a referendum."

THe proposals - which will also include funding for improvements at road sites such as Comet Corner on the A259 in Middleton - have gone on show in Ford. THey were viewed by hundreds of residents.

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PROTESTORS have claimed a proposed care home in Middleton will resemble a prison.

Tim Kerss said the latest information from developer Frontier Estates about the intended premises would have a much bigger presence than the houses originally permitted on the site.

It would dwarf the existing homes in Silver Birch Drive as well as leading to increased traffic in the area.

Mr Kerss, of Silver Birch Drive, said the police had recommended a secure fence at least 1.8m high, dusk-to-dawn extensive LED lighting and entry to the site through an intercom or card-swipe system.

“It is clear that, with its massive size, a high surrounding fence and constant high-level lighting throughout the hours of darkness, the care home will have the appearance akin (to) a prison or military barracks,” he said.

He said the updated details with the planning application for the 60-bed home on a former poultry farm west of Yapton Road showed the extent of the development.

He estimated the volume of the proposed home would be almost double that of the previously approved houses – at 10,830 cubic metres compared to about 5,640 cubic metres, or 92 per cent.

“THis development will be a massive structure that is not only too big for the

size of the plot, but will be totally outof-keeping at the entrance to a small village,” said Mr Kerss.

“It is important to also consider that light and view can pass through gaps between 13 houses and their lower ridge-height garages and, at ground level, this would engender a sense of space and freedom.

“Compared to the extant scheme, the proposed care home will be truly monolithic.

“It will look out of proportion for the relatively small site on which it will sit and in no way fits in with the environment of a small village.”

THe only comparison in the area was with the commercial buildings to the east, such as Dukes Motors.

But Mr Kerss said: “Most local people would agree that these buildings are unsuited to a small village.

“But they were here before most of the current houses were built and, most importantly, they do not directly overshadow a row of existing residential houses.

Other major differences also existed between the existing businesses and a care home. One was the round-theclock nature of the home and its traffic compared to the limited opening hours of other companies.

As reported, Frontier Estates submitted its plan to Arun District Council last September. It is due to be decided by the council's development control committee members next month.

Caravan site could be used in every month if plan is backed A BID has been made to enable a Bognor Regis caravan site to be occupied all year round.

Riverside Caravan Centre owners Mr and Mrs M Bucholtz have asked Arun District Council for planning approval to allow all its some 650 caravans to be used as holiday accommodation for every month.

THeir planning agent, Stuart Anderson, says in a statement the application to vary a condition imposed in 1961 to restrict the caravans to eight months occupancy imposed after the Shripney Road site opened in 1954 was needed to clarify

the existing range of permissions.

Two were granted in 2009 and 2013 and allowed one area of the caravan park to be used for ten months a year and another for 12 months.

"To be clear caravans, although not all are used over 12 months of the year are, in the main, to be found on the site all year round so, if the use of the whole site is extended all year round, the amount of caravans found on the site over the year will not increase in any way," he says.

THe caravans' use would still be limited to tourists. THey would not become a person's main residence.

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Ideas to limit floods at flats CLIMATE change could cause a proposed block of flats on Bognor Regis seafront to flood.

A flood risk assessment prepared for the intended development in Waterloo Square shows the extent to which the scheme could be subject to rising tides Prepared by consultants Bright Plan Civils, it states: “Although the proposed site is protected from a one in 200 year tidal flood event during an existing scenario, the building is at residual risk of tidal flooding as a result of climate change of an extreme tidal flood event (one in 1,000 year).

“Modelled flood levels show a maximum flood level of 5.87m AOD (above ordnance datum or mean sea level).

“THis would cause flooding to the ground floor (set at 5.75m AOD) to flood by up to 120mm, and for potential inundation of the basement level.”

THe risk would be countered by taking three broad set of measures, the report states.

THese were for flood resilient construction of the ground floor and flood proofing of the basement and plant area to mitigate against the potential damage of extreme flooding.

“THe building could be allowed to flood at ground floor level in an extreme event, however flood proofing could be

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by Lotte Pegler lotte.pegler@sussexpost.co.uk AIR cadets in Bersted are hoping to raise the much-needed funds for a new mini bus.

On Saturday the group gathered at their base in North Bersted Street to raise awareness for their cause.

THey were joined by the town’s mayor, Cllr Phil Woodall, and chairman of Bersted Parish Council, Brian Knight.

Since their beloved bus broke down in the summer of last year, the group of 26 cadets have had to share modes of transport with other local groups.

Kat Somner, 15, is a member of the Bognor Regis 2351 Air Training Corps Cadets. She said the money raised will help every single person in the group.

“It means we can go out and do things like sailing and Duke of Edinburgh and do more qualifications for cadets like

shooting on camps. We would just like to get the cadets higher up in the squadron.

“I choose to come here because I enjoy it and get lots of experience like shooting and flying a plane. It’s a great atmosphere. I get to learn specialist skills and hang out with people that want to do it too.

“It’s quite difficult because my parents work on weekends so I have to ask for lifts. If we come in early we can get the mini bus to take us wherever we’re going. Some people just don’t have the right transport.”

No one is keener for the cadets to raise the money than their commanding officer Nick Morgan.

“I think it’s important,” he said, “because the mini bus is a massive asset for the group. THey get a lot of opportunities for flying but it can be quite difficult to travel when parents can’t necessarily get there. A mini bus

makes it so much easier.

"At the start I was actually asked by my son to come and help out with the cadets. Now I’ve been an officer for 4 years.”

Maureen Wilson has worked within the Cadet group for more than 35 years and was previously their president.

She said: “I have been here about 35 years. Without a mini bus, the kids can’t go anywhere.

"THey can’t go anywhere they need to go. THey need to be able to travel up to different RAF camps to do their qualifications and they need some sort of transport.

“THey are a credit to the town, to the community. THey do quite a lot of stuff within the community. It’s important that they have the transport to do the things that they need.”

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provided to at least 150mm above the finished floor level, above the predicted flood levels,” it says.

A raised entrance lip would be built to the basement and a sump included at that level for emergency pumping if it was needed. A flood warning and alert system would be included in the building, and a flood evacuation plan for the building’s occupiers would be drawn up.

As reported, the building has been proposed by B5 Ltd to re-develop the former Beach Hotel, or former Mud Club, at a corner of Waterloo Square and THe Esplanade.

THe scheme would consist of basement level parking, two commercial units, like a restaurant or café, and 49 one and twobed apartments on the upper five floors.

THe drainage strategy had been designed to capture and slow the surface water run-off from the sit, says Bright Plan Civils.

THe building’s proposed elevation would stop flows from reaching the internal ground floors.

A green roof on the building will capture rainfall and allow gradual infiltration through the soil.

Appropriate drainage measures will also be taken to ensure flood risk is not increased elsewhere, the assessment adds.

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` Flats refused PROPOSED flats would overshadow neighbouring properties in Aldwick, a planning officer has said.

Arun District Council's James Cross refused planning permission for the intended development at 19 and 21 Nyewood Lane.

In his report, he said the planned development was too big for the site and the surrounding area.

"THe quantum of development proposed would result in a building that is discordant with the character of the area having regard to the required height, scale, massing, footprint and layout," he stated.

"THe quantum and nature of development proposed, combined with the footprint of development, is unable to deliver a form of parking provision that provides safe and sufficient access for vehicles and pedestrians."

Mr Cross said it was likely the flats would need to be accommodated in a development 3-3.5 storeys high.

Applicants Mr Breskal and Mr Richards had applied for outline permission for up to 20 one-bed and three two-bed flats.

Aldwick Parish Council objected to the plans and there were six individual letters. West Sussex County Council said it would like 21 parking spaces to be provided and the matter of parking for the flats had to be addressed when any detailed plans were submitted.

` Food stolen FOOD was stolen from a freezer in the garage of a property in Victoria Road, Bognor Regis. THe theft was reported to the police on January 7.

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Bedsits rules review agreed WORK is to take place to tighten controls on bedsits around Bognor Regis.

Arun District Council members have agreed to ask their council officers to explore their options to restrict the properties in the most deprived areas.

THe measures could include limiting the number of the properties, known in planning terms as homes in multiple occupation (HMO), the quality of them and the definition of them.

Cllr Amanda Seex (LD, River) put forward the suggestion for the buildings where residents share bathrooms and kitchens backed by her fellow Lib Dem, Cllr Inna Erskine (Pevensey).

She said: "THe reasons why such additional reports are considered necessary is that HMOs are often concentrated in clusters.

"THese are areas that can often suffer from poor housing conditions and high levels of deprivation, crime and anti-social behaviour.

"Introducing further controls would be expected to contribute to an improvement in the social and economic conditions in the areas, a reduction in anti-social behaviour, an improvement in general housing conditions, a reduction in the level of deprivation and a reduction in crime."

THe motion was prompted by a House of Lords report last summer into the future of British seaside towns, she said.

"Living solely in a bedroom long term is not conducive a happy, healthy life.

"If we want close the life expectancy

gap between our poorest and wealthiest wards, people need access to their own bathrooms and kitchens.

"If you are sharing with up to eight strangers, you can not be sure you will get access to either."

THe large number of HMOs in Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, compared to the surrounding areas, could mean the Lords' belief the properties could result in a range of social and economic problems, she said.

She was backed by a range of councillors.

Cllr Andy Cooper (C, Angmering) said: "I fully support this.

"I think this is a good call for our area and I would hope all members would support it."

Cllr Francis Oppler (LD, Orchard) said he had seen Richmond Avenue change from a road of wealthy families to a series of HMOs in an area which was one of the district's most deprived.

"THe vast majority of people who live in HMOs are perfectly decent people.

However, sadly many of those people are vulnerable for a wide number of reasons and, also again, disproportionately have a number of issues in terms of addiction problems and also, perhaps, mental health problems.

"We have to put those individuals first and foremost, which I believe Ms Seex's motion does," he said.

Arun's leader, Cllr Dr James Walsh, said the crime maps for the towns showed the highest rate of incidents occurred in the council wards with the most HMOs. See page seven

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New vicar Joel has plans for relaunch RESIDENTS of Bognor Regis were invited to celebrate the institution of a new vicar for St Wilfrid’s.

THe institution was carried out by the Rt Rev Martin Warner, Bishop of Chichester, with the induction by the Venerable Luke Irvine-Capel, Archdeacon of Chichester.

THe service took place on January 16 at St Wilfrids, Ellasdale Road. Guests from throughout the congregation filled the church for the special occasion.

Rev Joel and his family moved to Bognor Regis just before Christmas last year and say they have loved meeting and getting to know the town’s residents. "Bognor Regis is a great place, we already love living here," he said.

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New plaque tribute at home of Sir Richard

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A BLUE plaque has been installed to celebrate the life and work of Bognor Regis’ founder.

Visitors of Hotham Park will now be able to examine the latest of a series of blue plaques, this time to commemorate Sir Richard Hotham.

Local historian, Sylvia Endacott, and mayor, Cllr Phil Woodall, joined a group of local residents outside Hotham Park House to welcome the addition.

Sylvia said: “Bognor Regis’ Birthday really is the anniversary of Sir Richard Hotham arriving here, and laying the foundations that we enjoy today.

“Members of the public should also get excited about the Blue Plaques because they help to identify the history of a town, by recognising people, places, events that help to make a town what it is today.

"It helps to provide an identity to any area. Helps people remember the past whilst looking to the future.

“Some places have statues to famous people – like Eric Morecombe, Winston Church, but plaques are an easier way to remember these people.

"Previous to the nine new plaques recently erected, the town had not had plaques for a long time.

“My decision and request was for a total of 10 to bring this situation more up to date.

“Anyone can suggested a name of

a person to have one. But there is a criteria. THe person must have been dead for over 20 years.

"A request, and a reason, should then be sent to the Town Council for consideration.

“As a seaside resort we have quite a short history. We also are unique in that we have a birthday.

"January 18 is the date when a record was created in the Parish Register to the ‘laying of a foundation stone’ of a public bathing place at Bersted by Sir Richard Hotham.

"THis was in 1787. So we can date our modern development, unlike most towns and activities.”

Sylvia was joined by Cllr Woodall as they presented the plaque to the crowd.

He said: “THis blue plaque forms part of the new Heritage Trail Walks, which we want to encourage residents and visitors alike to participate in, to learn the rich heritage and culture of Bognor Regis.

“As the founder of this Town, this latest plaque for Sir Richard Hotham, is particularly important” According to Sylvia, they are hoping to unveil their 10th plaque in April, for Mary Wheatland, known for her bathing machines on the beach and also her life saving exploits.

Among the other plaques in the recent series, are photographer, Frank L'Alouette, leisure industry pioneer, Billy Butlins and much loved architect, John Hawes.

Wreath for town's founder DEDICATED residents paid their tributes to the man who founded our town.

THe annual wreath laying on the grave of Sir Richard Hotham has become a tradition for many people in the town, a way of celebrating his life and his gift to the town.

THis year’s event was no different, as members of the public congregated at St Mary Magdalene Church, Bersted Street, to pay their respects.

Cllr Steve Goodhart attended the event. He said: “THis is a very positive thing to do, to remind ourselves of Sir Richard Hotham and the people who shaped this town.”

Cllr Goodheart referred to the work of Sir Richard Hotham and how his actions will always be remembered.

“His love for the town and his work is something we should all by buying into. We’re looking for something that is going to be looked upon as something that we can look back on and be remembered.”

Among the other attendees was Greg Burt, the

history society’s chairman.

He said: “THis is an important anniversary as without Sir Richard the town that we know, and indeed we, may not be here.

“THe number attending goes up and down every year but this year was a good crowd.

"Whilst all are welcome, it is nice to keep it small and intimate.”

During his speech to the crowd, he raised the importance of looking around and appreciating the lives of others in the same site.

Greg was accompanied by rev Tim Crook.

Tim said: “233 years old today, happy birthday Bognor Regis.

"233 years since Sir Richard Hotham lay down the foundations for our town, although of course by that point we had already been here for 500 or so years.

Children from South Bersted Primary school also attended the event, placing their own wreath on the stone, accompanied by headteacher Noel Goodwin.

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ALMOST 200 more people in Bognor Regis and Littlehampton were out of work late last year compared to 12 months earlier.

THe latest claimant count from the towns' Jobcentres said the 1,696 were claiming jobseeker's allowance. THat was an extra 184 on the same period in 2018.

But the number was still nine per cent lower than in 2014.

However, the Office for National Statistics has warned the statistics were no longer exact comparisions because of the introduction of universal credit.

A spokesman for the Jobcentres said: "In Littlehampton and Bognor Regis, we continue to work closely with the Arun Business Partnership and local providers to give opportunities to our citizens to secure and maintain employment."

FELPHAM residents will now be able to enjoy a new addition to the village.

Open 105 hours a week, a new post office service will be available seven days a week, from 6am-9pm.

THe new branch, at the Premier Express Minimarket, Wood Hill Way opened on Tuesday and will offer customers a wide range of post office services, from posting letters and parcels, to collecting and returning online shopping items.

It will join the existing Village Post Office on Felpham Road.

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Anger in Bersted RESIDENTS of Bersted are calling for someone to help them out once and for all.

Stan and Anne Hibbert join many other residents of North Bersted who are tired of the condition of a verge across from their house.

What originally appeared when an entrance was created to a new housing estate, the area of deep mud continues to cause a hazard for those nearby.

“It’s an eyesore and a hazard,” said Stan Hibbert. “So many of us are unhappy. A week ago the council did come and help, but by Wednesday it was like that again.

“THere is no drainage, it just fills with water every time it rains. If you didn’t see it in the dark you could easily fall in and break a leg.”

According to Stan and Anne, representatives from the county council have come out multiple times over the last year, but have done little to improve the situation in the long run.

Anne said: “THe council has been out and out and out. THey do a quick fix and the next day it’s back to this again. THey put fresh soil on it but if someone had walked over it you’d just fall straight through, which is even more dangerous.

“At least you can see it at the moment, but if someone struggles with their eyesight, they have no chance.

“We campaigned before it was constructed because we’d been told they were going to build a triangle of soil, but that didn’t work.

“When these houses were built, not many people had cars - now everyone has cars and it’s dangerous. THis is definitely not good for anybody. It would be so simple for them to fill it in a bit and get it done for the year.”

Bersted parish councillor, and member of the planning committee, Jonathan Spencer attended about the area's infrastructure on the same day.

He said: “Arun District Council and West Sussex County Council are going to be doing something about it now. THey are thinking of putting tarmac over the hole.

“It all takes time, especially for a new development that went in. I’m surprised that they thought about putting grass on a corner like this one.

“It’s a planning issue. Whoever did the plans for the development should have thought about it and done tarmac straight away in my personal opinion.”

A county council spokesperson said: “We previously filled the verge with topsoil, but it appears that some motorists are continuing to run over it.

"We will continue to keep the verge safe when/if required and will look for a more permanent solution.”

Council decides to replace its cabinet with new committees A RADICAL change in decision making at Arun District Council has been agreed.

THe scrapping of the current cabinet structure, in which seven councillors are responsible for all the work of the council, after 20 years will see it replaced by a set of committees.

THe decision was agreed last week after a marathon set of debates which lasted more than three hours.

THe change was championed by the council's ruling Lib Dem party backed

by Green, Labour and Independent members.

It was fiercely opposed by the

Conservative members because they claimed they lacked enough details about the matter But the switch will take effect from May 2021 and bring back a similar range of committees to those which the council had when it was formed in 1974.

Arun's Lib Dem deputy leader, Cllr Francis Oppler, said the committees would enable all the council's 54 members to take part in making decisions and be held accountable for them.

But Tory Cllr Paul English (Felpham E) said the process had been rushed.

not offering their tenants adequate housing.

"THe funding will not only allow us to take effective and targeted action against criminal landlords, but to also support good landlords in fulfilling their obligations."

THe funding will come from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Landlords must apply for a mandatory HMO licence if their property is occupied by five or more people in at least two households and they share facilities.

It is a criminal offence to operate a licensable HMO without a valid licence.

Landlords may face prosecution, receive a civil penalty fine or a reduced licensing period in consequence of any breach found.

THey are encouraged to contact Arun on: 01903 737755 or: arun.gov.uk/hmo to ensure they have the correct licence.

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FUNDING of more than £30,000 has been awarded to Arun District Council to help tackle rogue landlords.

THe £34,0001 from the government is intended to support new, innovative or targeted short-term initiatives to address the problem.

THe proposal is to commission the Building Research Establishment to identify the private rented sector housing stock - including houses of multiple occupation (HMOs) - those HMOs which should be licensed, and provide energy efficiency information.

Arun joined with Adur, Worthing, Crawley and Chichester councils, and worked with the Building Research Establishment, to make the bid.

Cllr Matt Stanley, Arun's cabinet member for technical services, said: "We are very pleased to have been awarded this funding as it will enable us to tackle the minority of landlords in the district who break the law by

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` Salons burgled THREE hairdressing businesses in the Bognor Regis were targeted by burglars in four days earlier this month.

A salon in Avisford Terrace, Rose Green Road, was the subject of an attempted break-in from January 4-7. No entry was gained but its door was damaged.

Overnight on January 6, a salon in Station Road, Bognor Regis, was burgled after the suspects had stopped the CCTV from working.

THe next night saw a hairdressers in Aldwick Road broken into as well.

No further details were available in the last two instances about what items, if any, were stolen.

` New housing A SCHEME for more homes in Yapton has been given to Arun District Council to decide.

Elberry Properties has asked the council to approve its proposals for THe Steddles in North End Road.

THe company wants to replace the existing properties and build 11 new dwellings. It says the proposed houses will be a mixture of sizes - two two-bed properties, seven three-bed and two four-bed.

` Property burgled POLICE believe a burglar got into a property in Cranford Gardens, Bognor Regis, overnight last Friday by using a key which the criminal was able to reach from a nearby open window.

A mobile phone was stolen from a table during the break-in.

Friday, January 24, 2020

Beacon proposal sparks reaction

by Lotte Pegler lotte.pegler@sussexpost.co.uk RESIDENTS have been having their say after a poll was launched on facebook regarding the future of Beacon on the Promenade.

Bognor Regis Town Council announced the poll on social media, asking the public’s opinion on lighting the beacon on occasions of personal importance to members of the community.

THey suggested that these events included the celebration of births, significant birthdays, weddings, anniversaries etc.

It is estimated that the cost to individuals to light the Beacon for each event would be in the region of £500.

Comments were varied with many residents suggesting that while it was a nice idea, the cost was the major issue.

Resident, Jason Passingham, said: “I personally feel it would be an inappropriate use, seeing as what it was installed for. Is

this just a way of creating income for the council?

“If it is being used for personal use, will those individuals also have to put in an event application to Arun District Council?

Who's insurance will cover it? Who will pay for the provision of first aid cover? THere are more costs that would apply, not to mention is it even licenced or permitted for private events, seeing as it is in a public open space, and will the 'party' be required to provide security?”

In response, a spokesman for the town council said: “THank you for your feedback.

All these are pertinent questions that would have to be looked at. In the first instance we are trying to gauge interest to see if it is worth looking at in more detail.”

Fellow resident, Greg Burt, said: “If it were being lit too often then it would devalue its lighting on state, national and civic occasions. If BRTC are short of cash then stop adding planters for which there are insufficient sponsors!”

Tim's classes

FREE self-defence classes will be on offer in Bognor Regis and Pagham from this week.

After his wife and children were approached by a stranger, Sifu Tim Franklin decided to expand his usual classes to include free women's shaolin self-defense classes.

He hopes to help those attending to learn how to be safe, centred and confident.

THe four free classes will start on Monday from 6-6.50pm at Waltham House Studio and from 4pm-5pm on THursday at Pagham Football Club in Pagham.

Tim, who has been training in martial arts for more than 30 years, decided to set up the classes after his wife and children were approached on West Beach earlier this year.

He said: “At around 4.30pm on West Beach in Bognor near the cafe my daughter, 12, was approached by a white male in his late 20s. My daughter was with my son, 9, and wife walking our dog.

“THe man approached my daughter and lent in. At first she thought he was just

being friendly about our dog, but then he spoke very sexually inappropriately to her.

She was horrified and ran to my wife.

“He then approached my wife and she told him to leave. He kept approaching and being intimidating and invasive. My wife fell to the floor and after several minutes and my wife screaming out for help the man left.

“We have reported this incident to the police. (Crime Number: 1006 14/01/20 – PC Rogers/Bognor Police station) “Unfortunately I was not there to protect them today.”

Tim hopes to help the women around Bognor Regis be safer by teaching them how to defend themselves and be safe.

“Whilst we can’t stop violence and inappropriate encounters beginning, we can raise awareness around being safer and how to deal with such encounters.

“THis isn’t about becoming a fighter, it’s about being safe with self-defense and awareness.”

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A rise in glass bottles at recycling plant after big Christmas backlog

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk RESIDENTS in West Sussex are among the largest consumers of Prosecco and the recycling facility in Ford sees thousands of bottles pass through it's doors regularly.

With Christmas trees, wrapping paper and empty boxes to dispose of, January is the busiest time of the year for recycling in West Sussex.

Residents recycled 10,000 tonnes of paper and card and 1,700 tonnes of electrical items in the first three months of 2019.

Viridor has just invested around £26m on a new recycling plant in Ipswich similar to the Ford one.

Once material has been sorted at Ford, it is baled up and sent to various locations, most of which are in the UK where it is turned back into the raw material. Plastic, for example is shredded, washed, a further sort and then flaked or pelletised and then put in a bag and goes to a bottle manufacturer.

By the end of the year, it is hoped that the plastic recycled by residents in the Post area will be transported to a new £65m plastic plant currently under construction in Bristol which will help the carbon footprint at Ford because its plastic currently goes to Manchester.

Russ Tuppen, unit manager at Ford Materials Recycling Facility said the huge backlog of Christmas recycling would likely be cleared by mid-February.

Speaking to the Post this month, Russ

said: "In last night's shift, they sorted through 60 tonnes of glass. It was about 44 per cent of what went through the plant which is a huge amount. Normally it is about 26 per cent and that is because West Sussex is a Prosecco drinking county.

THese bottles are heavier and West Sussex is generally an affluent county so there are more.

"THe glass is roughly one third/two thirds split. One third we turn into sand and that is an end of life product and it goes to road building and the other two thirds we turn into a 12-15mm mixed colour product and that then goes off to be sorted into single colour and turned back into bottles."

Items such as paper and cardboard is sorted and sent off to be pulped.

Rubbish is not thought of as rubbish at the plant, but resources so everything that comes in is looked at and staff see if they can turn it into something.

However, not everything is a laughing matter as staff can often see things like dirty nappies, used needles and other dangerous and dirty items in the waste.

Russ also said they have seen such things as machetes, knifes, bullets and shells and other weapons.

"Food contamination is a prohibitive item," says Russ.

"So what that means is we could have a load of material that we were trying to send away, completely rejected because it has food in it. Medical waste, sanitary waste and food waste are prohibited and it could cause a whole bale to then ruin a

lorry full of say, 36 bales.

"One of our biggest issues is people not rinsing out things. We don’t want people to put everything in a dishwasher, it just needs rinsing.

"THe message from West Sussex County Council is clean, dry and loose material and that's what we really need here.

"If you put a ketchup bottle half full in the recycling, our optical sorters can't tell the bottle is clear due to the colour of the food inside so it is sorted incorrectly."

THe plant is also used as a way to encourage and teach people about recycling with educational visits for both children in schools, workers and individuals on a weekly basis.

Russ said: "THe message is simple. Try to reduce what you are using. If you can't reduce it, try to directly reuse what you have. If you can't reuse it, then recycle it.

If you can't recycle it then recover it and then only as a last resort do you dispose of it."

Unwanted toys and clothing can be donated to charity or taken to your nearest Household Waste Recycling Site for reuse or recycling.

Residents are reminded that they will now need to show ID - for example a driving licence or utility bill – when visiting any of the HWRSs in West Sussex For more information about what can and cannot be recycled, visit: westsussexrecycles.org

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` Mystery evening GUESTS have been invited to a murder in Bognor Regis.

A 1920s whodunnit is being staged

by Bognor Regis Pier Watch to raise money for its activities.

THe fun evening, which is being hosted by Fanny Bobbington-Smythe to celebrate the engagement of her daughter, will take place from 6.30pm on March 28 at the Regis Centre.

Pier Watch founder Jan Malpas said: "THis is a fun, relaxed evening of murder mystery at the fictional Bathampton Manor Hotel that will help guests solve the crime unveiling before them.

"THis is the fourth of these events we have staged, with the past three being very successful."

Singles and couples are welcome to join a table with teams of 3-6 members.

THey will be separating the clues from the red herrings to gain points throughout the evening. THe winners will be the highest-scoring team which identifies the murderer.

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` Charging points TWO electric vehicle charging points are planned to be installed in a Bognor Regis store's car park.

InstaVolt has asked Arun District Council for planning permission to put the rapid changing sites in an a section of the parking area of the Coop at 152-156 Hawthorn Road.

Friday, January 24, 2020

Ford housing plan unveiled

RESIDENTS in Ford have formed the largest community land trust in the county to turn their ambitions into reality.

THeir intention to create a community centre in the village has seen them join forces with social housing specialist, Aster Group, to take on 450 homes being built as part of a planned 1,500-home development on a section of the former airfield.

THey are being helped by Action in Rural Sussex. Its community led housing advisor, Graham Maunders, said: "We are working with 24 groups across Sussex.

"Ford is possibly the largest one because of the nature of the development."

As well as the housing, the trust will control the development's community hub of a potential surgery, library, primary and secondary schools and shops.

"THe trust is a community benefit society for the benefit of the parish of Ford," said Mr Maunders.

"THis will ensure the community are involved in not just the ownership of the homes and the hub but in how the community facilities are run."

THe outline proposals, named THe Landings, went on show last THursday in Yapton and Ford Village Hall. A total of 273 people had attended in its first five hours.

THe development is being carried out by Redrow Homes Southern Counties and Wates Development.

Robin Shepherd, their planning consultant, said: "THe community want facilities that other places have and this scheme can deliver them. It is also a semibrownfield site, with a railway station nearby and a reasonable bus station."

He had worked on the scheme for four years and he expected its outline planning permission to be sought in a few weeks.

"Hopefully, outline permission can

be given later this year by Arun District Council and then it will be a case of seeking detailed approval," he said.

"If that is granted, I would expect work to start on site in two or three years. It will take about ten years to complete."

THe intended housing would be a mix of 2-5 bedrooms, with a range of social housing options, plus homes suitable for less able and older people.

THe main issues of concern raised by those at the exhibition were the amount of traffic which would be generated and the drainage of the land.

Money will be given by the developers to fund works on surrounding roads to help them cope with the extra vehicles.

Funding will also be provided for a range of measures to help major roads cope with the extra traffic. A total of nine sites will benefit from the money.

THese will include an upgrade to the Comet Corner junction on the A259 to enable a digital controlled junction to be created. More capacity will be created at the A27/A259 Bognor Road junction and at the junction of the A27/B2233 Nyton Road.

THe drainage strategy involves providing several basins in the north, north-west. south and south-west of the site. THese will pump surface water to nearby watercourses and will complement methods such as permeable paving where they can be used.

Ford Market will continue at the site but there will be a need to make some minor changes to its layout as a result of the development. THese include a revised access, traffic circulation, parking and operation arrangements.

Open spaces will be provided among the development. THey will pay tribute to part of the route of the former PortsmouthArundel canal.

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Dear Editor, I WAS walking the dog on Tuesday evening and I found this explosive device (left) on the beach behind Bay Walk in Aldwick.

I rang the police and waited for them to arrive. THey seemed quite relaxed so I left them to it.

Readers' letters are welcomed by the Bognor Regis Post.

They should be limited to less than 300 words and be submitted by 5pm on Monday to be considered for publication in that week's edition. We reserve the right to edit letters before they are published.

They should be emailed to: news@sussexpost.co.uk, posted to: Post Newspapers Ltd, 63 London Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1DF or handed in to our office at this address.

Dear Editor, I WOULD like to ask that, with all the 'cut backs', how the Aldwick/ Rose Green residents and that area are privileged to four road cleaning operatives on Sunday pay?

We keep being told about the services that will no longer be automatically available or with reduced hours etc and council tax being increased.

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Added to that, after declaring a 'Climate emergency' accross the country, they plan to cut money for recycling.

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New uniforms FIREFIGHTERS in West Sussex are wearing new kit.

THe new firefighting kit for the county’s 500 uniformed fire service staff stays with the service’s traditional goldcoloured fire tunics and leggings, but the latest kit comes with a number of added improvements.

It now also includes a new lightweight and highly visible rescue jacket to wear at the scene of road traffic collisions and other non-fire incidents.

THe new jacket is a significant benefit in terms of improving the visibility of firefighters.

Other benefits include: Lightweight rescue gloves for use at non-fire incidents, with reinforced grip and touch sensitive fingertips A new helmet, designed to protect from heavy impacts and temperatures of more than 300°C A new fire hood made up of three breathable layers to help avoid firefighters overheating.

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of the firefighter and was procured after listening to feedback from frontline staff.

As well as offering enhanced protection, it is also lighter in weight.

THe uniform will be standard across the region following a national collaborative procurement process.

Chief fire officer, Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, said: “Having high-performing fire kit is just as important as having good fire engines, breathing apparatus and rescue equipment.

"THis latest generation of fire kit, or personal protective equipment as we call it, improves the safety and comfort of our firefighters at emergencies.

"I am really pleased to see this investment into our frontline staff to ensure they have the best fire kit to deal with whatever the day may throw at them.”

THe new contract, with Bristol Uniforms, will cost just over £350,000 a year. THe contract is a fully managed, ‘total care’ arrangement, meaning that it includes cleaning, maintenance and repair over the life of the contract.

CHILD MUSICIANS from across the Post area are being invited to attend a free community orchestra in Chichester.

Westbourne House School has launched a free community orchestra for local school children in the county.

THe Chichester school will be opening its doors on Saturday mornings to all keen young musicians who play an instrument and would like to learn to play in an orchestra.

THe free sessions will be open to children aged seven to 11 who play wind, string or brass instruments.

THe orchestra is the brainchild of Westbourne House director of music Alex Dichmont and his team who teach children individually and in different choirs, orchestras, groups and bands across the year groups and who regularly see the joy and benefit that collective music making brings to the Westbourne House School pupils.

Mr Dichmont said: "A lot of the pupils at Westbourne House School, of all musical standards, really benefit from playing

their instruments in our orchestras and chamber groups and enjoy the social aspect of making music together. I know this is often hard to organise for parents and so I am hoping this new venture will help.

"We are very keen to build a group of children who can come and form a small orchestra on a Saturday morning from schools in the local area and the provisional plan is to have a session most Saturday mornings during term time.

"We would like to welcome children from Year 3 to Year 6 who play any orchestral string, wind or brass instrument, with a minimum standard of approximately Grade 1.

"THere will be no charge for this activity and we hope that, after a taster session, children will want and be able to attend most of the term’s sessions."

THe sessions will take place over seven Saturday mornings during January, February and March but not during school holidays. To sign up or find out more visit: westbournehouse.org/events

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` St Wilfrid's sky dive WANT TO learn how to fly? For the first time St Wilfrid's is offering a tandem skydive at 15,000 feet, offering you a whole minute of free fall experience in which to enjoy the view.

THe jumps takes place at Salisbury with GoSkyDive on Saturday, March 7, or Sunday, July 19.

THis is the UK’s specialist for first timers and the only skydiving centre offering a simulated training session before your skydive. If you raise enough sponsorship you can also jump for free.

Hayley Mills remembers jumping in 2019. She said: “Last year, having lost my dad with St Wilfrid’s I remember he made me promise I would be brave and have new adventures. When this skydive came up I knew I had a promise to keep.

"It was such a surge of adrenaline, time passed quickly but also seemed to keep still somehow. I had a clearer head than I had had in months!

"After pulling the cords I got to steer us a bit and we gently spiraled gently around through a cloud. All I could see was white, I couldn’t see my hand in front of my face but felt the cloud like it was steam all around me.

"I was glowing for days and days afterward. I was so proud to have honoured the promise I made to my Dad. I definitely came down a different person in a good way."

If you’re ready to take the leap visit St Wilfrid’s GoSkyDive charity page at: goskydive.com/st-wilfridshospice to sign up.

Free events to keep kids safe A SERIES of free events for parents and carers to learn how to keep their children safe online starts next month to raise awareness for Safer Internet Day (Tuesday, February 11).

West Sussex County Council’s Community Safety and Wellbeing Staying Safe Online team are delivering the ‘digital online safety sessions’ for parents and carers in schools across the county throughout February and March.

THe sessions will offer invaluable tips and advice on how to keep children safe online, including: • What children are doing online • Identifying some of the risks children may face online • Looking at how you can support your children to protect themselves • Showing you the help, support and resources available • How to report any concerns THere will be useful resources to take away from the sessions and the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your child’s internet safety.

Cllr Duncan Crow, cabinet member for fire and rescue and communities, said: "Safer Internet Day is a great reminder that we all need to be more aware of our safety online, but it can be hard for parents and carers to keep track of what their children are doing

on the internet.

"THese events are a great way for anyone who has children to learn more about how they can encourage positive use of the internet and, ultimately, how their children can navigate any online risks."

THese adult only sessions are aimed at anyone who has or looks after children, but friends and family members who want to learn more can also register to come along.

To find out where your local session is and to register for a ticket, visit: westsussex.gov.uk/staying-safe-online/

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Survey says West Sussex is good place to grow old

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

A SIGNIFICANT majority of people think West Sussex is a good place to grow old, according to the results of the county council’s Age Well survey.

More than 570 people completed the survey which was launched in October at the start of the council’s Age Well campaign to find out what older residents currently do, or might want to do, to stay healthy, happy and independent.

THe results show that 88 per cent of people who completed the survey agreed or strongly agreed that they felt safe in the county, while more than 85 per cent felt they could keep physically

and mentally healthy.

More than 88 per cent also agreed or strongly agreed that they have opportunities to be healthy, happy and enjoy life in West Sussex.

However, nearly 30 per cent of participants said they don’t feel part of their community and 49 per cent said they didn’t know what support is available to make their home safer, while 23 per cent responded that they were unsure.

Cllr Amanda Jupp, cabinet member for adults and health, said: “I’m pleased that some of our residents think our county is a good place to grow old, but disappointed that so many feel they are not part of their community.

“Feeling isolated can affect lots of people, especially those living in rural areas who might find it difficult to get out and about or see anyone.

“THe council offers practical support to assist people maintain their independence in their own home, but it appears that not everyone is aware of the help and support that is available.

“THe responses to our survey will help to inform the best way we can support people and make sure that more residents feel that West Sussex is a good place to grow old.”

Practical advice, including tips on how to connect with others in your local community, are available at: westsussex. gov.uk/agewell

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` Felpham winner A FELPHAM five-year-old boy has been chosen as a winner of a drawing competition.

James Lock was selected by famous children's author, Raymond Briggs, pictured below, as one of the two top artists in the competition held

by Chestnut Tree House children's hospice.

Mr Briggs judged their work to be the best among the drawings by some 100 children based on his character, THe Snowman.

THe competition was open to children aged 4-12 years. James has received an Amazon Fire Tablet and £50 to spend on Penguin Random House books for his artistic talents.

His fellow winner was Leah Cooper, 10, from St Leonards-on-Sea. Mandi Hirsch, from the hospice, said: "We love seeing all the children's entries for this competition.

"It's great to see so many people get involved every year.

"Raymond spent a lot of time looking at all the entries but, in the end, selected Leah's colourful and detailed patchwork-style snowman, and James's abstract hand-print snowman design created with white paint on blue card."

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More help for Debate on tax those affected by dementia

by Lotte Pegler lotte.pegler@sussexpost.co.uk HEALTH leaders will discuss a draft strategy to help those living with or affected by dementia.

THese talks will take place at the forthcoming meeting of the West Sussex Health & Wellbeing Board on THursday.

THe draft West Sussex Joint Dementia Strategy 2020-23 will be reviewed by representatives from health organisations and local authorities, ahead of its planned launch in Spring.

A spokesman for the council said: “THe strategy outlines what support needs to be given to those with dementia.

"It also highlights how it can be best delivered, so they and their family and friend carers can live well with dementia and maintain their independence.

“It is a follow-on from the Dementia Framework West Sussex 2014-2019 which estimated that by 2021 there will be more than 16,000 people in the county living with the condition."

Members of the public are encouraged to attend the meeting which will take place in the Garden

Room at Southwick Community Centre, from 10.30am on January 30.

THere is a Public Forum item on the agenda to allow members of the public to ask questions.

Due to be discussed at the meeting is a report on the County’s Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

THe meeting will also include a presentation by Adur & Worthing Borough Council.

THeir talk will discuss the work the authority is undertaking on health and wellbeing issues relevant to the residents in Adur and Worthing.

THe Health & Wellbeing Board brings together senior leaders and officers from the NHS, County Council’s Adults’ and Children’s Services, District and Borough Councils, Public Health, Clinical Commissioning Groups and GPs, as well as representatives from Healthwatch, the voluntary sector and elected members.

THe Board aims to reduce the health inequalities gap and improve the health and wellbeing of all West Sussex residents.

THe full agenda is available to view on the West Sussex County Council website.

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A PROPOSED four per cent rise in council tax is to be debated by West Sussex county councillors next week.

THe potential increase has been included in the council's budget for the coming year.

It will be reviewed by the cabinet members of the council on Tuesday.

After that, it will be debated by the full council on February 14.

THe draft budget includes details of investment in areas which need improvement. THey include £12m for children's services and £2.6m to improve the fire and rescue service.

Cllr Jeremy Hunt, the council's cabinet member for finance, said the local authority was facing a huge demand for its services at the same time as it had suffered significant cuts in its government funding in the past

ten years.

"In West Sussex, we have been clear that we have some real challenges in service delivery that we need to address and future investment is a big part of that.

"THe draft papers present a balanced position for the coming year but also highlight a substantial budget gap of £45m over the coming three years.

"To help alleviate pressures on our coming revenue budget, our £712m five-year capital programme includes more 'invest to save' schemes and further plans to invest in our successful income generating initiaties such as energy solar farms and battery storage projects."

THe meetings can be watched online at: westsussex.publici.tv/core/ portal/home

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ADAM Cunard was joined by friends and family as he celebrated the 100th birthday of Bognor Regis’ beloved cinema.

THe night, which was hosted at the Picturedrome Cinema, involved more than 300 guests - including Charlie Chaplin and Marilyn Monroe.

THe crowds enjoyed a Prosecco fountain and an array of freshly made canapes as they enjoyed talks from Nick Stuart-Nicholson, Sylvia Endacott, and Mr Cunard himself.

MP for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton Nick Gibb also joined in on the celebrations and he was there to help unveil a plaque to mark the momentous occasion.

Among other guests, Susan Keane, the granddaughter of the cinema’s first manager, enjoyed the night, as well as Tony Smith, who started as a projectionist for the cinema in 1951.

A highlight for everyone attending was the classic ‘THe Smallest Show on Earth’, presented to the audience on the big screen in 35mm black and white film.

THe film is “A hilarious uproarious take off of Britain’s neighbourhood-cinema industry,” about real-life husband and wife, Bill Travers and Virginia McKenna who star as a young couple who inherit a debt-ridden old cinema, nicknamed THe Flea Pit. THey also inherit the theatre’s ancient, doddering employees: bibulous ticket-taker Percy Quill, former silent-movie accompanist Mrs Fazacklee and doorman Old Tom. Originally the Queen’s Hall, the Bognor Regis building became the Picturedrome Cinema in 1919 as a way for Susan Keane’s great-grandfather to keep the family together in the town.

Since then the building has celebrated a number of

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milestones, as well as overcome a number of trials.

THree years after projectionist Tony joined the cinema, a fire badly damaged the building. THis meant the cinema’s projectors were replaced, just as films began to be released in CinemaScope.

THe Picturedrome Cinema has had a rocky past, struggling to compete with the advent of multiplexes, but, thanks to the town’s dedication and its loyal customers, it has gone from strength to strength.

In the spring of 2007 it was taken over by Picturedrome Electric THeatre Company, and in 20018 work began on a major renovation programme.

As well as having their local supporters, the Picturedrome Cinema has people travelling from all around the area to come and visit, for the low prices, traditional and unique surroundings, and general ambience.

Tonight has been fantastic. It’s been so interesting to hear Sylvia talk about the history of the Picturedrome. My great-grandfather converted the assembly rooms, and my grandfather was the first manager here, so for me it’s really important. It’s part of my family history, but to hear other people enjoy it is marvellous. Seeing the cinema transform to how it is today, this is the most amazing restoration. The original cinema is just lovely and so comfortable, and now we have this new facility and modern screen which is state of the art - marvellous. I would like to say congratulations to everyone who has helped with the cinema over the last 100 years. The last ten years, Adam and his team have done an amazing job. Tonight we’ve heard the appreciation of the townspeople of Bognor Regis. They love the Picturedrome, they love what is happening and I think Adam and the team have done so well. My granny would just have thought this is magic and my grandfather would have thought this was splendid that 100 years after he was manager here, we’ve got a team of young people who love the cinema like he did."

- The first manager's granddaughter, Susan Keane

This is a spectacular evening organised by Adam Cunard and all the staff working at the Bognor Regis Picturedrome Cinema. What’s wonderful is the work that Adam has done in preserving the first generation of cinema. I would like to see the cinema stay here forever. It’s an important piece of history and it’s something that everybody in the town really appreciates.

Also, the ticket prices here, this sounds like a mundane issue, but they are very reasonable. They are significantly less expensive than the multiplexes, and for a family, that really matters. That’s why this cinema will always be popular and it will always be in the hearts of the people of Bognor Regis. No matter how much we download movies, there will always be a place for an evening out in town with friends and family."

-MP for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, Nick Gibb

The 100th birthday celebration cake was rolled out as the crowd joined Marilyn Monroe in singing Happy Birthday.

The Picturedrome Cinema 1885 The Picturedrome comprises a comparatively modern and substantially built red brick hall with a large octagonal tower and side extensions of brick and rough cast comprising a flat, stairway and entrance to the concert hall and cafe and shop (confectioners). The roof throughout is boarded and tiled.

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-Johnny Appleseed

The building was designed by Arthur Smith in 1885 at a cost of £4,500 and was opened on 8th June 1886 and known as “The New Assembly Rooms”. It was used for roller skating, badminton, and dancing, as well as a popular meeting room.

Bognor School of Art held classes for young ladies in drawing and painting in an upstairs room.

To commemorate the Coronation of George V in 1910 it was renamed the “Queen’s Hall”.

During the First World War it was used as a Drill Hall for the military and young men were able to sign on for their war service.

In 1919 the building was taken over by a new company called Picturedrome (Bognor) Ltd. for conversion into a cinema, the building was renamed the Picturedrome. The elaborate grillwork over the entrance was constructed.

Mr. John Geils, the first manager of the picturedrome in 1919, who was also the son-inlaw of Mr. F. Jenkins.

The opening ceremony was performed by Mr. and Mrs. Fleming and the first day’s takings were donated to the town’s new War Memorial Hospital. Admission prices were 5d. 9d. 1s. 3d and 1s. 10d.

Mrs. Beatrice Louisa Young was the Picturedrome’s wellknown manageress of the 1930’s, having started at the Picturedrome in 1919 as a cashier. She would cycle down London Road with the cinema takings in a shopping bag and the policeman on duty would halt the traffic for her. on her return, the fishmonger and butcher would be waiting with her order and put her shopping bag on the cycle as she passed.

It’s been a fantastic night. It’s been lovely to celebrate with friends, with local supporters and some really wonderful staff who have made it such a fantastic evening. I would like to say a big thank you for all the support over the last 100 years, and over the last ten years since I’ve been here. I have lots of good memories, and hopefully many more to come - this wonderful night being one of them. We’ve got lots of hopes for the future, including a major refurbishment plan for the foyer, so that will be all knocked out soon and open it back up into a very open space. We’ve also got another really exciting proposal hopefully coming soon, but we can’t say yet. Reaching 100 years, reaching ten years even, it makes me feel old. But really I’m proud, I’m proud of what we’ve done with the building, I’m proud of how far it’s come and I’m proud that we’ve managed to make it such a great success. I’m proud of the people that I work with, I’ve met some wonderful friends, wonderful people and it’s been a great experience and hopefully many more to come.

The cinema has always been a part of the community but perhaps at some points it’s been under-appreciated because it has always been here. Before I had it, it was under-appreciated by the owners even. It’s not always had its unique selling points celebrated. They kept trying to make it just like a box, and we’ve made it back into what I feel a cinema should be, and I think the people of Bognor Regis have fallen back in love with it. I’ve spent a lot more time in Bognor Regis than I have in a very long time, and I’ve fallen back in love with the building, it's staff, and if that’s what the customers feel as well, then we’re on to a winner."

- Managing Director of Picturedrome Cinemas, Adam Cunard The new centenary plaque will now hang in screen two for all to see when visiting.

Guests enjoyed the Prosecco fountain and canapes as a special Centenary Jazz Quartet got them in the celebratory mood as they set the scene in screen two. The group consisted of Jonathan Vinten on the piano, Paul Stiles on the saxophone, Steve Thompson on bass, and Bobby Worth on the drums.

International organist and entertainer, John Mann, impressed the audience with his talented skills, on the organ specifically brought in for the event. John played his final concert at Henley on Thames in December 2018, but continues to delight guests at a number of events.

The champagne fountain was a delight not to be missed.

Guests mingled and enjoyed refreshments during the intervals and took tours through the cinema's exhibit of historic artefacts.

Master of ceremonies, Mr. Nick Stuart-Nicolson opened the night with wit, and laughter was a constant throughout the audience.

I think it’s been a brilliant night. I’m really impressed with the history, and what’s happened with the cinema over the last 100 years, it’s very, very interesting. Adam has done a brilliant job. He’s brought the fourth screen, the whole lot, he’s done a fabulous job. I’m really proud. I think the price really draws people to the cinema, it’s brilliant. With the people of Bognor Regis, not everybody is wealthy.

It’s a nice price, you can walk to the cinema, you can have a nice cheap evening - bag of chips on the way home - and you’re sorted. A lot of people come here, lots of groups, families. It’s definitely one of the big hubs of Bognor Regis."

- Mayor of Bognor Regis, Cllr Phil Woodall

Through the Ages

Screen two cinema upstairs has had many uses. In the 1930s and 1940s dances were held there and in July 1982 it opened as a pool room. It became screen two in 1984.

The octagonal tower, in the early days had a revolving light, operated by a boy pedalling a bicycle type mechanism.

In 1985 the turret was restored and turned into a living room by the owners, providing an interesting view over the station forecourt.

A queue of cinema goers in 1955 for the movie, The King and I.

The Picturedrome team prepare to welcome Cinema goers, circa the 1950s.

1955

On 23rd July 2009, the Picturedrome was designated a Grade II Listed building by English Heritage.

On 21st December 2018 a 102seat fourth screen was added.

In 2011, the cinema moved to using digital projectors.

On 26th March 2015 a 3rd screen seating 33 was opened in the octagonal tower on the front of the building.

In the spring of 2007 it was taken over by Picturedrome Electric Theatre Company and in 2008, work began on a renovation programme. The foyer underwent two major renovations from 2007.

THe film for the evening was the hilarious black and white movie THe Smallest Show on Earth. Real-life husband and wife Bill Travers and Virginia McKenna star as a young couple who inherit a debt-ridden old cinema, nicknamed 'THe Flea Pit'. THey also inherit the theatre’s ancient, doddering employees: bibulous ticket-taker Percy Quill, former silent-movie accompanist Mrs. Fazackalee and doorman old Tom. “AN HILARIOUS UPROARIOUS TAKE OFF OF BRITAIN’S NEIGHBOURHOODCINEMA INDUSTRY”

I think tonight has been absolutely fantastic. I think the team here have done a tremendous job and I think it’s brought a lot of the community together. Out there is sat the community, there’s so many people that know so many other people. We’ve got an absolute across-the-board Bognor Regis population, older people, younger people, people new to the town and I think that just sums the whole place up. I think people love the cinema so much because it’s modern yet it’s old, it’s got everything going for it, apart from, of course, the price. And it’s got a feeling to it - the staff, it’s homely but it’s comfortable, it’s just the heart of the community. When the cinema was going to close, people were saying they didn’t want that. Lots of people stood up, but the one that always remains with me was one young lad. He said: ‘I’m always here. If I wasn't here, I’d be out on the streets.’ And I think that’s something important. THey show all sorts of genres, the new, the old, ballet, André Rieu - I come every year to see him, even after I saw it live. You can travel with the cinema.

It’s been a difficult journey to find the history because it kept changing hands and people didn’t keep any records, there’s lots of big gaps. THere isn’t a box somewhere a list of all the owners, but it’s what encompasses the town. I would say to Adam and the team, keep going, keep doing what you’re doing because the town really does appreciate it.

-Historian, Sylvia Endacott

Such a night of splendour! As the guests arrived and made their way along the red carpet they were accompanied by a gorgeous RollsRoyce car.

THe entire team at Picturedrome Cinema had an incredibly successful night and enjoyed celebrating their immense work ethic and accomplishments.

THeir bright, friendly faces and helpful attitudes made the night such an enjoyable one for the 300 guests who attended. Even staff from the other Picturedrome Cinema branches around the country came to lend a hand for this exciting event.

I left school and came here in 1952, £1.50 a week until my national service and then came back after that. I started as a boy projectionist and ended up as chief projectionist - it was a job that wasn’t that well paid but I liked the hours. I think Adam has done a brilliant job here, 100 per cent.

It’s nice to bring back memories. I was only born 100 yards from here and I still live in Bognor Regis.

I was here the night it caught fire, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves we were showing - we all said Grumpy set fire to it. It was because the energised speakers caught fire. I think that it was because of that fire that the cinema managed to carry on.

THe insurance paid for the screen to be widened for CinemaScope, and Knights of the Round Table was the first CinemaScope film played here in 1954.

- Projectionist, Tony Smith

It’s absolutely fantastic, the way the whole community has come together behind Adam and the town council and all the work they’ve done here over the years. It’s a fantastic facility and the history has come through really for me, I didn’t know any of that so it’s really interesting. I find the original decor really interesting and the way a lot of it is still here, as well as the history of the first projectionist going forward. I didn’t realise all that history until it was actually put in front of me, so that was really great. I’ve been in Bognor Regis for eight years.

THere’s been a lot of dilemmas about its future and how it’s going to be going forward, so it’s really brilliant that the town council has got behind buying it and taking it forward, and with Adam as well. It’s run really well and it seems to be a really great success and I think it’s really important that the town has successes like this going forward.

- Chief Executive at Arun District Council, Nigel Lynne

Charlie Chaplin was a great addition to the guest list and kept everyone well entertained. He met a number of guests, and mimed his way through many amusing conversations.

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FILM

CHICHESTER CINEMA AT NEW PARK

January 24 - 30 THE Personal History of David Copperfield, Armando Iannucci’s British Independent Film Awards winner and Bafta-nominated largerthan-life adaptation of the Dickens crowdpleaser, starring Dev Patel as Copperfield, is a fresh, funny and utterly charming spin on this loved classic. Humanity and optimism rattles and zings along like a pinball machine, a bracing, entertaining, richly satisfying experience. Miss this at your peril. Also starring Ben Wishaw, Hugh Laurie and Peter Capaldi in their element.

Oscar-nominated, Golden Globe winning 1917, Sam Mendes’ audacious first world war drama of the Western Front and a terrible journey undertaken by two soldier boys, George Mackay as Schofield and DeanCharles Chapman as Blake, was filmed in one extraordinary single take, a staggeringly bold film of storytelling. See it and marvel at Mendes’ extraordinary achievement, 1917 based on his grandfather’s life in the trenches.

Also starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Colin Firth, Mark Strong and Richard Madden.

Book a seat too to meet Robert Lemkin, director of Enemy of the People, winner of the British Independent Film Award for the Best British Documentary, on Holocaust Day (January 24), tickets free. Q&A after the film.

Performance Events: THe loved Cabaret with Liza Minelli as Sally Bowles takes hedonistic prewar Berlin in its glamorous stride (25 Jan); Bolshoi live’s stunning Giselle, one of the greatest works of classical dance, tells the tragic story of a young peasant girl who falls in love with the betraying Albrecht (26 Jan) and Puccini’s La Bohème, live from the ROH, is on January 29.

THe cinema’s Education Department’s first event in 2020 is Daphne Du Maurier: THe Cinema

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Director’s Dream Writer with clips (January 24,1.30pm) in conjunction with Chichester Festival THeatre, there’s a backstage tour of the set of My Cousin Rachel, followed by HItchcock’s stunning Rebecca with Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine as the Mandalay newlyweds (February 1).

Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY Box office: 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org

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The Grudge

Horror, Mystery Screened at Picturedrome Cinema ONE of horror's most enduring and cursed tales has reawoken from its slumber to once again cast a fearful spell over audiences.

Drawing on the original 2002 picture and the subsequent U.S. remakes, breakout director Nicolas Pesce and legendary producer Sam Raimi bring a twisted new take of the horror classic based on a Japanese curse.

THe Grudge brings the vengeful spirit Kayako back to the big screen in what promises to be her darkest chapter yet.

Andrea Riseborough stars as single mother Detective Muldoon who's investigating increasingly strange and unsettling happenings inside a once peaceful family home.

After entering the house, she discovers that it's cursed by a vengeful ghost that dooms those who enter it with a violent death. Now she must run to save herself and her son from the demonic spirits.

With a supporting cast including John Cho, Betty Gilpin, Lin Shaye, and Demián Bichir, THe Grudge looks set to be a welcome return to a hostile home filled with nailbiting terrors that will drag you kicking and screaming into the series hair-raising lore.

Bad Boys For Life Action, Comedy, Thriller Screened at Picturedrome Cinema

THE Bad Boys are back together for one last ride in Bad Boys For Life. Will Smith's Mike Lowery and Martin Lawrence's Marcus Burnett reunite for the first time in fifteen years, but the mismatched pair have never been more at odds.

No longer partners, the legendary detectives are at very different stages of their careers and lives.

Marcus is counting down the days to retirement while Mike is in the midst of a midlife crisis and stubbornly remaining the self-described Bad Boy. When Mike is targeted by a cold-blooded killer, he turns to the only man he could ever trust.

He convinces a reluctant Marcus to take on one last job before they go their separate ways for good.

Teaming up with Miami PD's elite AMMO team, the Bad Boys embark on their most dangerous mission yet. Bad Boys and Bad Boys II director Michael Bay may have relinquished control to the up-and-coming directorial duo Adil El Arbi and Bilal Fallah, but the Bad Boys’ trademarks that cemented the franchise’s legacy are still intact.

With both familiar faces and a new ensemble of characters along for the ride, expect salty language, fine tailoring, fast cars, explosive gunplay, and some signature back and forth between Smith and Lawrence. Get set for one last ride!

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ARUNDEL BREWFEST 2020

Friday, January 24, 5pm, Saturday, noon4pm & 6pm-10pm, Sunday, noon-4pm The Brewhouse Project, Calceto Lane, Lyminster Road, Arundel BN17 7QL Tickets: £12, includes glass, one drink and entry for music. Details: arundelbrewery.co.uk

THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

Friday, January 31, 7.30pm The South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre, Kingsham Farm, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8AE Entry: £7 adults, £5 under-16

WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK

TARANTARA! A GALA CELEBRATION OF GILBERT AND SULLIVAN

Saturday, January 25, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tickets: from £18 at: cft.org.uk

VINCENT LYNDSEY CLARK GUITAR RECITAL

ELENA TOPONOGOVA - PIANO

Tuesday, January 28, 1.10pm Chichester Cathedral, West Street, Chichester PO19 1RP Entry: free

Saturday, January 25, 9am-6pm Donnington Parish Hall, Stockbridge Road, Chichester PO19 8QT

FAMILY DAY - LIFE IN THE IRON AGE

Tuesday, January 28 & Wednesday, January 29, 11am, 2pm & 3.30pm Minerva Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tickets: £15 one child & accompanying adult at: cft.org.uk

Friday, January 24 & Saturday, 25, 7.30pm Priory Playhouse, London Road, Arundel, BN18 9FA Tickets: £12. Call 07523 417926 or visit: arundelplayers.org.uk

THE STRANGE TALE OF CHARLIE CHAPLIN AND STAN LAUREL

Friday, January 24, 7.45pm,-Saturday, January 25, 2.45pm & 7.45pm Minerva Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tickets from £23. Call 01243 781312 or visit: cft.org.uk

gigs

Saturday, January 25, 7pm-9pm Dog & Duck, Norfolk Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1ND

NEVERMIND (NIRVANA TRIBUTE)

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YESTERDAY

Tuesday, January 28, 7.30pm Coronation Hall, Reynold's Lane, Slindon BN18 0QT Tickets: £5 on the door or book by calling 01243 814735

Saturday, January 25, 8pm QEII, The Steyne, Bognor Regis PO21 1TX

SCARLET SOUL

Saturday, January 25, 8.30pm Wittering Royal British Legion, Legion Way, East Wittering, Chichester PO20 8PA

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Friday, January 24, 8.30pm The Waverley, Marine Drive West, Bognor Regis PO21 2QA

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January 24 - Friday, February 7, 11am – 4pm artOne Gallery. Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane, Chichester PO19 6PE Tickets: free entry

Tuesday, January 28, 7.30pm Friends Meeting House, Priory Road, Chichester PO19 1NX Entry: £4.

Tuesday, January 28, 7.30pm Muchos Nachos, Crown Inn, 140 Whyke Rd, Chichester PO19 8HT Entry: £3.

MYSTERY WARRIOR: THE NORTH BERSTED MAN

Saturday, January 25- Sunday, September 26, 10am-5pm (MondaySaturday).

The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH entry: free, donations welcome

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Tuesday, January 28, 7.30pm Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA Entry: £8

RADICAL CHRISTIANITY IN AN AGE OF REVOLUTION - CANON DR DAN INMAN

Thursday, January 30, 6.30pm Chichester Cathedral, West Street, Chichester PO19 1PX Entry: free but booking essential at: chichestercathedral.org.uk

PHOTO EXHIBITION: REFLECTIONS OF ARUNDEL

Saturday January 25 – Tuesday March 3, 10am-4pm Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA Entry included with museum entry

AUSTRALIAN BUSH FIRES - ARE WE RESPONSIBLE?

Thursday, January 30, 7.30pm Small Hall, St Mary's Centre, 24 Limmer Road, Felpham PO22 7ET Entry free with donations. Hosted by Chichester and Arun Green Party, book at: eventbrite.co.uk

SILENT CINEMA - CHILDREN'S MIME WORKSHOP

Sunday, January 26, 12.30pm - 3.30pm Footbridge over the River Arun Free to join in or watch. In aid of West Sussex Mind, Pink Pub Bike Club Foundation & Arun Divers for local charities (organisers).

ON THE ROAD WITH THE CURE JEREMY HAYWARD

VEGANISM: WHY DO PEOPLE CHOOSE IT? - JEREMY HESS

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TIME OF MY LIFE - ARUNDEL PLAYERS

Friday, January 24, 8.30pm The Steam Packet, 54 River Road, Littlehampton BN17 5BZ

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By Kelly Wickham THe Strange Tale Of Charlie Chaplin And Stan Laurel Until January 25 Minerva Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP 01243 781312 box.office@cft.org.uk www.cft.org.uk CHARLIE Chaplin and Stan Laurel set sail for New York in 1910 as part of Fred Karno’s famous music hall troupe.

Charlie and Stan shared a cabin and then spent two years together touring North America, with Stan as Charlie’s understudy.

Both later found fame, Stan meeting soulmate Oliver Hardy and Charlie becoming one of the most famous figures in the world.

In Charlie Chaplin’s highly detailed autobiography Stan Laurel is never mentioned yet Stan talked about Charlie all his life.

Amalia Vitale is absolutely incredible playing Chaplin, from facial expressions, slapstick acting, instrument playing and tap dancing. She steals the show with her ability to keep the audience on their toes with the plot.

THe plot is the problem, as we are transported back and forth across times rewinding, fastforwarding and possibly re-writing parts of history.

While the acting is superb and there are plenty of laughs and audience participation, it's not always clear on the point of the scene or what is going on.

Nick Haverson is a man of many talents and playing multiple roles on the night, it's probably a good thing there are no words to remember with all the parts he plays.

His performance of Oliver Hardy was probably an audience favourite, the actions and facial expressions really took it to the next level complete with a cushion up his shirt and a duck-tape moustache, especially when a double act with Jerone Marsh-Reid as Stan Laurel. Although Jerone is slightly upstaged by Haverson's Hardy, he is still

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IT'S the Adventure Bay 500! THe pups have built an awesome race track and are ready to be the pit crew for their race hero, THe Whoosh! But when the legendary racer is unable to drive in the Championship Race, he calls on his biggest fan-pup Marshall to take the wheel and race in his place! Marshall has to overcome his lack of confidence and his dastardly competition, THe Cheetah, the fulfil his dream of becoming the fastest race-pup ever! Get ready to race and rescue!

The Personal History Of David Copperfield

THE award-winning writer/director of THe THick Of It, In THe Loop, Veep, and THe Death Of Stalin returns with a classic tale that sees a young man go from rags to riches, and back again.

An avid Dickens fan, Iannucci adapts alongside frequent collaborator Simon Blackwell and employs his comedic mastery and vivid characterisations to bring to life one of Dickens’ most cherished characters in THe Personal History Of David Copperfield.

From birth to infancy, from adolescence to HE NORTH adulthood, the good-hearted David Copperfield is surrounded by kindness, wickedness, poverty, and wealth, as he meets an array of remarkable y, characters in Victorian England.

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Actors are queuing up to work with Iannucci and his latest comedic endeavour boasts an impressive ensemble cast with Dev Patel starring in the title role alongside a wealth of British talent including Tilda Swinton, Hugh Laurie, Peter Capaldi, Ben Whishaw, and Paul Whitehouse. a fabulous actor, portraying the way in which Stan looked up to and doted on Chaplin.

Jerone also played a bell boy extremely well his gangly physique being transformed with a simple roll of the shoulders and a confused expression plastered don his face.

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Moving musical drama of love and war

Amberley Museum needs help to get Peter back on track Amberley Museum New Barn Rd, Amberley, Arundel BN18 9LT www.amberleymuseum.co.uk We are now OPEN Wednesdays to Sundays, including Bank Holiday Mondays all year round.

The Story of Love in the Harbour Regis Centre Belmont St, Bognor Regis, PO21 1BL www.alexandratheatre.co.uk Tel: 01243 861010 January 31 - Febraury 1 WITH Sam Mendes' film 1917 currently reminding people of the horrors of the trenches of the First World War, an original drama focusing on a Royal Flying Corps pilot of the time is coming to the Alexandra THeatre.

Based on some truse events and set on the front-line in France, and in rural Ireland, the action of THe Story of Love in the Harboutr is conveyed through stirring scene enactments on stage, compelling narration and vivid images of the period – all designed to inspire and move the audience.

THis moving musical dramatisation, which started as a play by Eddie Alford, centres on the romance between George McElroy, a British officer, and Grace Guinan, a young

Irish girl, who fight with passion to preserve their love at a time of huge change and turmoil.

First performed at the Brighton Fringe in 2017, two years in succession at the Festival of Chichester and at the Weald and Downland Living Museum, the production at the Bognor Regis venue has some extra scenes and increased musical content.

Renowned Selsey-based scene designer Pamela Howard is a consultant for the show.

All-original music and lyrics, written by Danielle Morgan and John Merrigan, will be performed by Danielle with musicians including Andrew Dascalopolous, from Chichester, adding a powerful emotional factor to lead audiences to reflect on the true meaning of heroism, sacrifice and love – timeless themes still relevant today.

THe Story of Love in the Harbour is at the Regis Centre, Belmont Street PO21 1BL from Friday, January 31 to Saturday, February 1, at 7.30pm. Tickets at £19 are available form the box office at: alexandratheatre.co.uk or call 01243 861010

Mystery woman My Cousin Rachel Chichester Festival Theatre Oaklands Way, Chichester PO19 6AP www.cft.org.uk Tel: 01243 781312 MURDERESS, seducer, thief, enchantress or merely a woman intent on survival?

My Cousin Rachel, based on the novel by mistress of suspense Daphne Du Maurier, will be thrilling audiences at Chichester Festival THeatre next week.

Alluring, exotic and unconventional, Countess Rachel Sangalletti travels from Florence to the Ashley Estate in Cornwall, home of her recently deceased husband.

Her presence in the house arouses dark suspicions and uncontrollable desires, not least in young Philip, cousin and heir to the Ashley home.

Feverish passion battles reason in this classic Gothic romance set in the wild landscape of the rock-ribbed Cornish coast.

Helen George plays the deliciously enigmatic Rachel. Known for her role as Trixie Franklin in eight series of television's Call the Midwife, her recent stage credits include After Miss Julie and Love In Idleness.

Playing Nicholas Kendall, Simon Shepherd's many credits include ITV's Peak Practice and the West End productions of Posh, THe Duck House, Rapture and Art. JACK Holden is Philip, Rachel's cousin. His recent theatre credits include the National

THeatre's War Horse, A Midsummer Night's Dream and Ink. Director Anthony Banks was Associate Director at the National THeatre from 2004 - 2014. His many directing credits include THe Girl on the Train, Strangers on a Train, Twilight Song, Gaslight and After Miss Julie.

THis menacing psychological thriller by the author of Rebecca and Don’t Look Now enthralled readers when it was first published in 1951 and went on to become an international best seller. THis acclaimed adaptation is by Joseph O’Connor whose novels include the international number one best-seller, Star of the Sea. Tickets for My Cousin Rachel are available at: cft.org.uk or by calling the box office on 01243 781312.

THIS winter, all the popular exhibits at Amberley Industrial Heritage Museum have been open to the public from Wednesdays to Sundays - but with one notable exception.

Peter, a 101 year old narrow-gauge steam engine, which has been pulling families and enthusiasts around the museum's site for 27 years, has been sidelined for major repairs.

As one of the engines used to take visitors around the 36-acre site, it has been a hugely popular attraction for young and old alike, pulling the Santa Express at Christma and other special trains at many major events.

But its age was beginning to show and the renovation of engine is the focus of a major £40,000 fundraising drive, which has reached the halfway mark, enabling work to start on Peter’s boiler repairs.

THe boiler barrel, which had been condemned, has been removed with the new barrel ready to be installed.

Work has also been carried out on the firebox and once new boiler tubes have been fitted, the regulator valve will be repaired and all the internal pipework refitted. In the meantime the rest of the engine has been stripped for assessment.

An anonymous benefactor has offered to match pound for pound any donations up to £5,000 contributed betwen now and March 22. If successful, the museum has the potential to raise over £12,000 with Gift Aid, so is hoping that as many people as possible contribute so that Peter can delight visitors once again.

As well as many private donations, major contributions have been received from Accucraft, which donated one of its 7/8-inch/ft scale Bagnall saddle tank models for the museum to sell by sealed bid auction, Cliffe Hill Quarry, where Peter once worked, and the Narrow Gauge Society.

Other attractions at the former working chalk and lime making quarry are open to visitors across 20 exhibit areas with the main season opening at February half term. Highly knowledgeable volunteers ensures an engaging experience for visitors of all ages.

THe museum is easily accessible by road, has a large car park and is located next to Amberley rail station.

To contribute to the appeal for Peter's repairs, there is a Just Giving page at justgiving.com/campaigns/charity/ amberleymuseum/

Heritage project seeks audiences' memories WERE you mesmerised by Pink Floyd’s first performance of Dark Side of the Moon? Did you sneak into David Bowie’s infamous 1973 Ziggy Stardust gig as a teenager?

Have you got a special memory of taking part in Brighton Festival children’s parade? Did you ever perform on the Brighton Dome stage or perhaps enjoy taking part in a tea dance?

Brighton Dome and Brighton Festival are asking the public to record their memorable stories as part of a new heritage project, I Was THere.

THe interviews and collection of memorabilia will be archived for future generations, and selected stories will be presented in an online exhibition and feature in a public programme of tours and talks at Brighton Dome.

Participatory interpretation manager at Brighton Dome Kate Richardson said: “We’d love to hear people’s unique recollections or from anyone who has a special connection to Brighton Dome and Brighton Festival – whether it was 50 years ago or more recently.

"We’re keen to speak to audience members recounting how they felt about seeing their favourite artist or witnessing a sporting event; performers and participants who took part in a show, as well as former employees who can tell us what it was like working behind the scenes.”

Since being converted into a performance venue 150 years ago, Brighton Dome’s three stages have seen a dazzling array of illustrious artists and musical icons such as Patti Smith, Beyoncé, David Bowie and Jimi Hendrix, as well as hosting tea dances, wrestling matches and graduation ceremonies.

Since 1967, Brighton Festival has brought thousands of international artists to the city with guest directors including Anish Kapoor, Laurie Anderson and Kate Tempest.

THe National Lottery Heritage Fund is supporting the oral history project as part of its contribution towards the refurbishment of Brighton Dome’s Corn Exchange and Studio THeatre.

Sussex based community arts and heritage organisation, Strike a Light – Arts & Heritage, are delivering the project with the help of a team of volunteers who will be trained to collate audio interviews from participants.

Project manager at Strike a Light Nicola Benge added: “Capturing individual experiences provides a valuable insight into the social history of the arts in Brighton and Hove. We’d like to record memories from a broad crosssection of communities and age groups to reflect how the arts and these historically important venues have had an impact on people’s lives."

Interested participants should email: strikealight@ rocketmail.com or visit Brighton Dome’s website for further information: brightondome.org/about/history_ heritage/

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From panto to spine-chilling classic

The Woman in Black Kings Theatre 24 Albert Rd, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 2QJ www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk SPINE-CHILLING classic THe Woman in Black leads the post-pantomime season at the Kings THeatre in Portsmouth.

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and to exorcise the fear that grips his soul.It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. THis gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

THis national touring production, from February 3-8, is followed by highly acclaimed Educating Rita, February 10-15, featuring much-loved actor Stephen Tompkinson in a hilarious and heart-warming comedy.

Further drama is offered in DH Lawrence’s

controversial masterpiece Lady Chatterley’s Love, being performed from March 5-7. THen, in a complete change the following week, fresh from her Edinburgh performance, Su Pollard stars in Harpy, March 12 and 13, as part of a Kings THeatre co-production that opens in Portsmouth before touring the UK. Other highlights include three mainstays in the West-End, cheeky-chappy Lee Nelson on hosting duty for Comedy at the Kings alongside a line-up of TV talent to ensure that April Fool's Day is one to remember.

Family entertainment includes a double bill of Olivier Award winners Showstopper!

THe Improvised Musical, on February 22, displaying first-class spontaneous musical comedy, Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever (February 26 & 27) from the much-loved animated TV series and Sooty’s Magic Show on March 29.

Bringing glitz and glamour to the stage will be Strictly stars Giovanni Pernice in THis is Me on March 24, Aljaz & Janette with Remembering the Oscars (March 26) in a rollercoaster ride celebrating the very best in award winning songs, followed by sibling duo Kevin and Joanne Clifton presenting Burn the Floor on April 4.

Tickets for all productions are available to buy at the Kings THeatre box office in person or by calling 023 9282 8282 or visit: kingsportsmouth.co.uk

Snowman composer will hear own work Walking in the Air Worthing Symphony Orchestra www.worthingtheatres.co.uk Tel: 01903 206206 CHRISTMAS 2019 is becoming a distant memory but you can re-visit one of the most popular entertainments of the season, THe Snowman, in a concert version played by Worthing Symphony Orchestra.

THe magnificent acoustics of Worthing's Assembly Hall in Stoke Abbott Road will allow the audience to appreciate the timeless beauty of Howard Blake's music and lyrics, which touchingly complement Raymond Briggs' story, including Walking in the Air. Although Blake is best known for this work and his other film scores, he has composed nearly 700 pieces and a piano concerto he wrote for the 30th birthday of Diana, Princess of Wales, in 1990 is also on the programme for the concert on Friday, January 30.

It will be played by 21-year-old awardwinning pianist Julian Trevelyan, making his Worthing debut, and the composer is

due to be present to hear the young man's interpretation.

THe evening opens with a waltz from Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and the joy of winter journeys is reflected in a couple of Sleigh Rides and the famous Skaters Waltz - music with a distinctive wintry theme performed by West Sussex's professional orchestra but guaranteed to leave its listeners with a warm glow.

Adult tickets for the 7.30pm concert cost from £25-£29, 18-25s are £6 and under18s £1. THey are available from Worthing THeatres box office in person, online at: worthingtheatres.co.uk or call 01903 206206.

Villagers dreaming of a great show A Million Dreams The Hall, Pook Lane, Lavant PO18 0AH www.lavantplayers.net A community project with a cast of 30 will be making

Emsworth date for bluegrass band's first UK tour MAKING their first UK tour, four-piece band Seth Mulder & Midnight Run from the Great Smokey Mountains of Tennessee, in the United States, will launch the 2020 WemsFest season of live music.

Midnight Run is a high-energy, bluegrass band made up of four like-minded musicians and graduates of college music programmes. THey set out to create a group tied to the rich traditions of bluegrass music and offers up a fresh approach to the “High Lonesome" sound.

THey will be at Emsworth Baptist Church, North Street, Emsworth PO10 7BY, on THursday, February 6, from 8pm.

A week later, the old-time duo of Canadian fiddler April Verch and Joe Newberry appear at Chidham Village Hall, then they're quickly followed by Celtic musicians McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle, Blazin' Fiddles, and Phil Cunningham & Aly Bain - all at Emsworth Baptist Church.

Acoustic US bluesmen Doug MacLeod and Alvin Youngblood Hart make separate appearances later while high up in the South Downs the Parish Room in Compton hosts three contrasting performances.

Mick Jagger's younger brother, Chris, will be accompanied by Slim Chance founder member Charlie Hart, then Greg Mosse's new folk play THe Unquiet Grave is performed, and the African-BangladeshJapanese trio of Tunde Jegede, Sunara Begum, and Yumino Seki present Who Am I? which combines music, dance, and film.

THe season continues through until November with further shows by Grammy Award-winning bluegrass artist Laurie Lewis & THe Right Hands, Fairport Convention, Eddi Reader, Ruby & THe Revelators, Skerryvore, and Maroon Town.

Artistic director of Wemsfest Mark Ringwood says further artists wil be announced and these concerts are in addition to three comedy nights, and the Fifth

dreams come true at Lavant Memorial Hall.

Including new, and present members of Lavant Players, with some members from Lavant Community Choir, Lavant Guitar Group, and Lavant Primary School, A Million Dreams is a staged musical compilation entertainment, featuring show songs from Barnum, THe Boyfriend, Little Shop of Horrors, My Fair Lady, and Half A Sixpence to name but a few.

A dream maker played by Leo Mann takes the group through a musical journey on the theme of dreams and wishes.

It will be performed at the hall in Pook Lane, Lavant PO18 0AH on Friday January 31 at 7.30pm, and Saturday February 1 at 2.30 pm and 7.30 pm.

Tickets at £10 or £8 for under-16s are available from the box office on 01243 816581 or for further details visit the group's website at: lavantplayers.net.

Emsworth Beer, Cider & Wine Festival.

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Lifestyle 31

Health&Wellbeing

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

Nutrients to help combat stress www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@ thewellbeingcompanyltd.com WOW! WHAT a week it has been. I was flown to New York city with my beautiful daughter to speak at a women’s entrepreneur conference in Manhattan (Women's Empowerment Coalition of NYC) - 750 female entrepreneurs all under one roof. THat was some event.

I was talking all things ‘health’ and was there to remind everyone that just because you feel on fire with life, you must not neglect your health. I see far too many people these days with ‘burn out’.

Especially this time of year when everyone’s trying new diets and wanting to get fitter and leaner. You have got to remember to fuel your tank correctly in order to be able to achieve all the things you want to in one day. Stress is a big killer and understanding how it works can help you to recognise what’s going on for you.

When stress hits it triggers a set of biological responses including: • THe release of stress hormones from your adrenal glands – adrenaline and cortisol • An increase in blood sugar • Rising blood pressure • Rapid heartbeat All these responses, known as ‘fight or flight’, are designed to help you meet physical challenges that threaten your survival when faced with stress (e.g. how your body would respond if you were being chased by lions).

THe trouble is, in today’s high stress culture, the stress response continually remains on full alert and the body does not have a chance to recover. If your hormones go out of kilter you will feel it. THe adrenal glands, nestled on the upper, inner surface of each kidney,

produce the main stress response hormones adrenaline, noradrenaline and cortisol.

Over time, the adrenal glands may become overworked and have difficulty producing the right amount of these hormones.

How diet can help. Eating a balanced and healthy diet is key to helping our bodies to balance stress. An important part of any stress response includes identifying and reducing the causes of stress. Adrenal function is significantly influenced by blood sugar levels, therefore much of the dietary advice below aims to stabilise levels of sugar in the blood.

Nutrients that specifically support the adrenal glands include: • Vitamin C found in most fresh fruit and vegetables. It is stored in the adrenal gland and is required to make cortisol.

• Magnesium is dramatically depleted in times of stress, and symptoms of deficiency often include fatigue, anxiety, insomnia and predisposition to stress.

Include plenty of dark green leafy vegetables, wholegrains, nuts and seeds to supply adequate levels of magnesium.

• B vitamins can help to support adrenal function, particularly B5 which directly supports adrenal cortex and hormone production.

Sources include wholegrains, nuts and seeds.

Make sure you are getting plenty of rest too if you know you are under stress as sleep can be disrupted. Making Yoga and meditation part of your daily routine will have a significant impact on your mental wellbeing.

Qest4 health testing. I came home to a stack of samples. THe long-distance testing on my health machine is taking over my life! Not just with humans but

VITAMIN C is found in most fresh fruit and vegetables

If your hormones go out of kilter you will feel it.

pets too! I have tested dogs and cats now and seem to be getting the most accurate results for their health and their emotional wellbeing from wherever I am. All I need are a few samples. It’s that simple.

THe basic theory of the Test – Qest4 is this. THe body is made of energy matter. As we go through life, we get blockages, either through toxins, emotional traumas etc. and we get depleted, stuck and sometimes the disease process begins.

THe Qest4 simply detects where those challenges/ blockages are in the body, reading the energy flows, (in a similar way to acupuncture) and works on

releasing those blockages to allow the body to rebalance.

With Nutrition and energy balancing combined it helps keep the body in the best condition possible, and/or help where disease/blockages are already present. THis can be pain management, hormone balancing, sleep restoring, anxiety, digestive orders, arthritis and inflammation, etc and this is present in your pets too.

For more information contact me via e-mail, or through my website and I will send a sample kit to your address. Health should always a priority.

Please call Volunteer Now! On 01243 840305, email: volunteernow@vaac.org.uk, check out our website: www.vaac.org.uk follow us on Twitter @2VolunteerNow or like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/2volunteernow

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Caseworker - Chichester and Bognor Regis Area – SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity SSAFA is the Armed Forces Charity and they look after serving military, veterans and the families of both. They are looking to find some more caseworkers to join their successful local team of volunteers. Caseworkers are the life blood of SSAFA they support a growing number of people in need of financial, practical and emotional support. Caseworkers visit their clients at home to assess what type of help they need. This might be funds for specialist equipment for someone with a disability, adaptations to a property so an older client can remain at home, training costs or funds for a deposit on a rental property. Caseworkers also signpost their clients onto specialist local services for advice on benefits, housing, mental health, debt and finding work etc.

Young Lives Vs Cancer - Join our fight! World Cancer Day 1 - 4 February bucket collections – CLIC Sargent

Today, 12 more young people and children will hear the devastating news they have cancer. CLIC Sargent fights tirelessly for children and young people with cancer, often when they feel they can’t.

They do this individually, locally and nationally, so that young people can focus on the important things, like getting well. And if the worst happens, they will work with bereaved families to get them support, to help them cope with their emotional pain. World Cancer Day is the 4th February 2020 and to mark this CLIC Sargent are looking to recruit volunteers to take part in bucket collections at local Morrison’s stores between 1 - 4 February to raise vital funds for young people with cancer. All volunteers will be provided with everything they need to run a successful collection and they would be so grateful for your support.

Volunteer Marketing Support – Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre

Amberley Museum is seeking volunteer support for its marketing activities. The Museum is dedicated to showcasing and preserving the industrial heritage of the South East with a vast range of outdoor and indoor exhibits on its 36 acre site in a chalk quarry in the South Downs National Park. The Marketing role is critical to increasing the Museum’s footfall, group visits, promoting regular events, courses, venue hire and site use including for film/photography. They are looking for somebody ideally with some career marketing experience. However the opportunity would be good for those with study interests in marketing, related work experience and skills in social media, design, and graphic art. This is a great opportunity to boost your skills, meet new people and join the friendly team of staff and volunteers.

Honorary Secretary – The Littlehampton Society DENISE KELLY spoke at a women's entrepreneur conference in Manhattan

The Littlehampton Society is a group of local enthusiasts who want to promote what is best for the town. They watch and comment on local planning and seek consultation from the people who live there on the decisions made on their behalf by local Government. They promote the living, working and recreational activities of the town. The role of the Honorary Secretary is to support the Chairman in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Executive Committee and in the day-to-day administration of the Society on behalf of its members. The Honorary Secretary will be supported by a membership team. It is estimated that these tasks require a commitment of two days per month.

To apply for these opportunities, or to see others in your area, please go to wwww.vaac.org.uk/volunteering.

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FOOTBALL fans took a double take when Bognor Regis FC were led out by a surprise figure.

Harry Barker, 39, had the honour before the home side’s thrilling 4-3 win over their BetVictor Premier League counterparts from Kent, Folkestone Invica, as part of his stag-do celebrations.

Ordinarily the role is undertaken by soccer-mad Rocks fans from the town who are thrilled to meet their Nyewood Lane heroes and to get the chance to soak up the big match atmosphere.

Carpenter Harry was living up at nearby Butlins at an Ibiza weekender musical event and his friends arranged for him to don the full Rocks kit and lead out the home outfit in front of almost 500 onlookers.

Harry, who had trials with Gillingham as a teenager, is set to marry sweetheart Laura in May on the Isle of Sheppey, but his matrimonial goal took a back seat as he enjoyed the buzz of being the club's oldest mascot.

He said: "It was a great day, a great game and the club looked after me very well. I will never forget the experience - and neither will any of the stag party who came along either! It's one for the scrap book."

Rocks supporters club chairman, Ian Guppy, who helped make the whole thing possible, said the club were happy to donate a kit to Harry for the occasion.

He added: "As a club we were delighted to be able to help. It's a great bit of fun and went down very well. And what a game to be a mascot! We were 3-1 down and won with a last-minute goal!"

Club sponsor and season ticket-holder Kevin Welling said he thought Bognor were starting the game with 12 players, adding: “Normally you see a nipper come out with the team but when we saw this fully-grown man lead out the players it was a bit confusing.

All was revealed in the end and I think it was a fantastic all round.”

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STAFF and students in Felpham came together to celebrate their mock exam results.

Felpham Community College hosted a formal mock GCSE results presentation ceremony last week for all Year 11 students.

It was an opportunity to celebrate the hard work they had put in and motivate them for their final two terms of key stage 4.

Mark Anstiss, Headteacher, said: “We want our Year 11 students to use the mocks as an opportunity to identify what they now need to focus on. We made the presentation ceremony, and the exams, as real as possible to give students the final support and push they need to achieve the best they can.

"We run this event every year and it always proves a valuable opportunity for students, teachers and parents to identify areas for students to work on and motivate them for the final run up to their GCSEs - the work they put in now can shape their future.”

Preparations for the mock exams started back in October.

Teachers wanted students to experience exactly what the fast approaching summer GCSE exam season will be like and the level of work and effort students will be expected to complete and students planned, revised and worked extremely hard.

Students were able to open their results with the support of their form tutors, year leader and year manager.

Toby Hackett, Year 11, said:“I was nervous before I opened the results, anticipation was high amongst all my friends and I and it was actually quite scary!

"It is definitely a good idea to have the official ceremony for the mocks as it really makes you think about how it is going to feel opening our results in the summer.

"I want it to be a happy experience where I achieve what I have worked for! I was chuffed with what I achieved but now I want to improve on it!”

A TOTAL ban on waiting has been proposed by West Sussex County Council on a stretch of road in Middleton.

THe council is proposing to introduce the year-round prohibition on the double yellow lines along a section of Elmer Road.

THe area concerned is the length of the lines between the road's junctions with Harefield Road and the eastern end of the publically maintained road.

A council spokesman said:

"Presently, these lines enact a restriction prohibiting waiting between June 1 and September 30."

THe council is also seeking to ban waiting at any time on the south side of Elmer Road at its junction with West Drive.

A further restriction to prohibit waiting at any time through the southern end of the turning head at the eastern end of the public section of Elmer Road has also been proposed.

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INDIVIDUALS in Bognor were given the gift of a newly refurbished home in time for the new year thanks to help from some local present-givers.

Volunteers from THe Co-operative Funeralcare branches in Rose Green, North Bersted and Felpham swapped their uniforms for less formal attire to help Stonepillow with one of its supported accommodation houses in Bognor.

Amy White, Funeral Co-ordinator at THe Co-operative Funeralcare in Chichester Road, North Bersted, said: "It was an incredibly wet and dreary day but it didn't matter because we knew that a bit of elbow grease might give a lift to someone who needed it.

"Our funeral branches are all part of Southern Co-op and we are supported to make a difference to our community through fundraising or volunteering. But it is charities like Stonepillow that are the real heroes.

"Stonepillow makes a real impact on the lives of people on their journey out of homelessness. THank you."

Southern Co-op's community engagement programme ‘Love Your Neighbourhood' aims to help communities become greener, healthier, safer and more inclusive.

SMART shoppers will be able to enjoy a 50 per cent sale as a Bognor Regis charity shop celebrates its third anniversary.

To mark three years since the opening of the Chalcraft Lane furniture outlet, sale will take place at both St Wilfrid’s Hospice charity furniture shops, in Chalcraft Lane and Terminus Road, Chichester.

THe sale will run from Friday January 24 to Monday January 27 only, with everything halved apart from media and vinyl.

Shop Manager Andrew Mitchell said: “With a huge amount of customer focus and belief in what we do we’re delighted to share that Chalcraft Lane has just passed £1m worth of income for the hospice since opening.

“We’ve had such a warm welcome from the community, and it’s been a real team effort and couldn’t have happened without all of the support of the shop’s staff and volunteers past and present”.

THe hospice receives only 16 per cent of its funding from the NHS, so relies on public donations to be able to continue delivering compassionate care in the community, with shop purchases amounting to nearly £2m of the £7.7m the charity needs to raise every year.

Anyone interested in volunteering opportunities should visit the shop or phone: 01243 837766 for further information.

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ChangingTimes

By Sylvia Endacott

Children's play continues at town centre site Distinctive boating pond is one of the area's most fondly features I THOUGHT this week I would look back on a couple of prominent bygones in the town centre. First, who remembers the boating lake by the side of the Pavilion?

It was to prove to be a very popular attraction when it was opened in April 1937 as part of the council enterprise to commemorate the coronation of George VI and, as such, was named the Princess Elizabeth Boating pool.

It was a deceptively large pool with a capacity of 31,400 gallons and was opened by the Marchioness of Cambridge, who at that time had a town house in the nearby Craigweil area of the town.

THe marchioness unveiled a plaque, commemorating the occasion but after the war the Council cremoved the plaque, to the council yard in Hotham Park. (I wonder where it is now?)

THe main feature of this pool was that it was built in the shape of the map of England and Wales – maybe there was not enough room for Scotland. However, many of the seaside resorts – including Bognor Regis – were indicated in small green and red mosaic tiles in circles around the coastline.

THis type of design, of course, made it an interesting shape for a boating pool and encouraged many children to sail their model boats around the imaginary coast of England.

By May 1947, the town's council was to

become involved in detailed discussions as to the future of the boating lake, and it was dubbed the 'Council’s unwanted baby'.

Numerous schemes were put forward, including replacing it with a bowling green, which a council official commented 'was already one of the biggest attractions and brought thousands of good-class visitors to the town'.

Another suggestion was a 'scheme for decoration with coloured lights', whatever that meant, and it was to apparently 'add to the prospect of the Pavilion and keep up the appearance of the locality'.

By 1966, the council created a children’s play area near the pool, which included six swings, a slide, hobbyhorse and a climbing frame.

At the same time, councillors were to be seen inspecting the Sunken Garden with a rustic bridge, by the side of the boating lake nearby, which had fallen into disrepair, and was nearer to Argyle Circus. In 1989, the boating lake was filled in.

Today, there is still a children’s play area nearby, with more modern constructions complete with safety features, and seating.

THere is, therefore, still an area for children and parents to enjoy, albeit in a different location from the boating lake, which was to delight thousands of Bognor Regis children and one that seems to evoke so many memories. THose

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circles of place names can still be seen set within the play area.

Another iconic building in the town centre was that of the art deco Southdown Bus station in High Street. I never cease to be amazed at the passion that is used when describing this building.

However,I had never really been fully aware of the history of the site and its development into the Morrisons car park we have today.

Apparently, as far back as 1817 a ceremony took place on this site - in a seaside resort of fewer than 2,000 residents - to commemorate the laying of a foundation stone for the Jubilee School.

THis school was built to educate and employ 50 poor girls, and was to remain in existence until the 1880s. Because of the decline in the number of subscription children locally the school eventually closed, but not before town residents had protested about plans put forward by the Local Board of Health for its future use.

It was suggested the building be demolished and replaced by a new town hall. However, eventually, following much discussion it was decided to retain the building but convert its use into the town hall.

From 1882, this sufficed until, in the 1920s, new plans were announced regarding a new site for a town hall in Clarence Road.

Eventually, in 1927, the former school building was demolished, along with the properties on either side.

Seven years later, in 1934, the Southdown Bus Company built its 'art deco’ bus station and the building became part of the fabric of the High Street to be retained for a lifetime, one would have thought.

However, in 1977, rumours began circulating and were reported in the local press, that the

site was to be sold and this was hotly denied by the bus company.

THree years later and those early fears became realised when it was announced that the bus station was to be closed, and the 12 buses were to be transferred to Chichester and Worthing.

Bus bays were to be built in High Street.

However, this did not placate the town’s people who seemed to regard the fact that all 'the elderly would have to stand in the rain, and not be able to sit in the warm', to be of paramount importance.

Numerous letters appeared in the local papers with ideas for the future development of the area and these included one resident who suggested that the area could be put to use as a roller skating area for young people.

THey also suggested that the waiting room could be used as a hire shop and a soft drinks counter could be established. Another suggestion was that the area should be used to build a swimming pool but, from 1990 to 1993. the site became home to about 40 stallholders.

THe area between Bedford Street and Queensway referred to as Fitzleet car park finally closed in January 1981 and Applied Suppliers commenced the building of their newest supermarket – Presto’s.

THe opening of this new store was hoped to attract shoppers into the town, provide employment, unify the centre of the town and be the beginning of the awakening of Bognor Regis to a new image.

Passions continued to run as discussions continued to retain the façade of the building but by June 1981 the bus station closed, buses moved into the High Street and life continued as usual. Demolition of the bus station finally took place in 1994 and the new car park finally opened.

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Friday, January 24, 2020

Rutherford has sights set on a play-off push CHICHESTER CITY bid to make it a hat-trick of wins tomorrow when they travel to Herne Bay and manager Miles Rutherford is looking towards a play-off push for the remainder of the campaign.

THey followed up last Saturday’s 2-0 home triumph over VCD Athletic with a hard-fought 3-0 triumph against a much-changed East Grinstead on Tuesday night to catapult themselves into eighth place in BetVictor South East.

Manager Rutherford said: “We had some poor performances over New Year but we’re now back on track and we are happy with the way things are going again.

“We shall most probably be in and around the play-offs picture

come the end of the season, which is what I would expect, and then we shall see what happens.”

“After the FA Cup run, and even during it, we had a month of bad performances, which we knew we would have, but now we have picked up our game."

Josh Clack struck twice from the penalty spot to set up Chichester's win over bottom side Grinstead on Tuesday evening.

His first came after 34 minutes when Jamie Horncastle's cross caused problems and Shawnikki Clement-Peter fouled substitute Rory Biggs, who had come on for captain Connor Cody after he picked up an injury.

Clack picked out a bottom corner.

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Chi wrapped up the victory in the 90th minute when Scott Jones tapped home from an excellent Matt Axell cross.

It was a second clean sheet on the bounce following the win over VCD last Saturday, which was a first home success in the league since August and completed a league double.

Jones had scored from close range in the 27th minute after VCD failed to clear a corner.

Chi sealed that win when Horncastle scored from a Lloyd Rowlatt corner in the 75th minute.

Rutherford said: "East Grinstead was not easy as they have signed a lot of new players, while against VCD we did okay too.

"I think Grinstead had about six new players brought in recently and we always knew it would be tough, and it was.

"THere was not a lot in it first half, and not much after the break, but we scored our penalties and it was a good goal at the end by Scott Jones.

"We played some decent

football at times, defended quite well and we are going with the flow."

He added: “We’re doing all right at the moment again but we are not getting above ourselves.

“We shall just see where we are at the end of the season.

“It remains a learning curve for us.

“Hastings United and Ashford are really way above everyone and we shall just see where we can end up.

"I think everyone thinks Hastings will win it and everybody else is playing second fiddle to them. We shall just compete as much as we can and see where it takes us."

Tomorrow's hosts Herne Bay have only lost twice in the past ten league games so Rutherford is under no illusions how difficult a task his side face.

He said: "It's a very tough game and a very long journey.

"Everything is new for us and we have another long trip coming up in a couple of weeks when we go to Guernsey. Everywhere is a new place for us at this level.

"It's nice but some are a long trips."

Herne Bay (A) Tomorrow (Saturday January 25), at 3pm

Lions must end away day jinx KERRY HARDWELL has warned Pagham must end their away day hoodoo after a 2-1 loss at Crawley Down Gatwick.

THe Lions took the lead four minutes after the break when Lukas Franzen-Jones scored with a venomous shot from the edge of the penalty area after being set up nicely by Joe Clarke.

THe Anvils lost their goalkeeper Sam Smith to injury and striker Oscar Weddell took over the gloves but Pagham never had another shot on target.

Instead they slipped to defeat as Oli Leslie nodded in on 66 minutes and then Michael Bell fired home the winner four minutes later.

Pagham's last away win in the league was on December 22, 2018 - 19 games ago!

Boss Hardwell, who only took charge in November last year, says that run has got to change if they are to stay in the Southern Combination League premier.

Hardwell said: "Our away form must improve immediately.

"For Pagham not to win a league away game in 2019 is totally unacceptable and something I must take responsibility for.

"We asked the lads to build momentum

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after last week's performance and I couldn’t knock their efforts but we just lacked that extra bit of quality that we had in the final third the week before.

"Lukas Franzen-Jones is starting to really show us his qualities.

"We go into this week's home against

Newhaven knowing they are a fantastic team with great qualities, especially in the final third, so we will need to be at our very best to pick up points."

Fifth-placed Newhaven visit tomorrow.

THeir midweek match was abandoned due to floodlight failure.

Run over but coach says Chi are on the way up CHICHESTER’S three-match winning streak ended at leaders Westcombe Park but head coach Scott Ashley is pleased with his side’s progress in London One South this season.

THe Blues pushed their Kent rivals, who are a point above Havant, all the way before finally having to settle for two bonus points.

An upset looked on the cards when Chi hit back to take the lead in the second half but Park re-established their advantage and saw the game out for a 3329 victory.

Chichester’s try scorers were Rhys THompson, Pete Farrow, Harry Seaman and Sam Drayson. Taff Davies kicked the rest of the points.

Ashley said: “It was one of those games for us where we came in on a run of form.

“We beat Havant recently and also picked up our first away of the season at KCS Old Boys, so we knew we were in the right place.

“It was a case of we had nothing to lose, everybody expected them to win, so we thought let’s take it to them, and that’s exactly what we did.”

THe hosts led 19-10 at halftime but Chi made some tactical adjustments and got their game going.

Ashley said: “THey are a very strong team and well drilled.

THeir back three, in fact all their backs, were very good and made their team.

“Our half-time changes allowed us to play the style we wanted to and we got in front

with about 20 minutes to go but they came back to take the win.

“We managed to keep within the seven-point losing margin to gain a point as well as get our four tries for the other point.”

THe bigger picture is looking bright for the Oaklands Park club says Ashley.

He told The Post: “Every point is vital and we are far better placed this year as we are in the top eight and eight points clear of the next side below us, which is a massive boost for us.

“We only need two more points to achieve what we finished with last season in this league.

“THe youth is coming through now and it is just getting the cohesion so they can hit the ground running.

“It is very positive and where I want us to be as head coach.

THis is where we want to be for the second half of the season.”

THe game was given an extra edge as former Chichester head coach Rob Lawrence is director of rugby at Westcombe Park.

Chichester head to Beckenham tomorrow.

Ashley added: “It’s a good chance for us to get another five points as they are bottom of the table.”

Chichester: Drayson, Makasi, Woods, Blount, O’Callaghan, Spriggs, Polhill (capt.), Waqanisua, Seaman, G.Davies, Hopkins, Baker, THompson, Rowland, O.Davies, Magda, Farrow, McKenzie-Lowrie.

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f Pagham boss Hardwell | Pic: R.Smith

SELSEY followed up Saturday's 1-1 draw with Worthing United with a 2-0 victory over Hailsham Town on Tuesday night.

Bradley Higgins-Pearce and Ryan Morey clinched the victory over the Stringers in SCFL division one.

Morey's 84th-minute strike earned the draw with the Mavericks last Saturday.

Selsey are away to

Littlehampton Town tomorrow (3pm KO).

In division two, Bosham are at home to Littlehampton United (2pm KO).

Bosham lost 5-1 at home last weekend to TD Shipley.

Alex Barnes had briefly given the Robins some hope by narrowing the score to 2-1 but Shipley scored almost immediately and went on to clinch a deserved victory.

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Sportinbrief  Football FELPHAM Colts under-11s show off their trophy and medals after they won the Winter Cedar Cup. THey claimed the silverware after a nail-biting round-robin play-off win in December.

THey saw off the challenge of Worthing Striker and Horsham, where the competition was hosted over a number of weeks.

Boss Warren Pye said: “I am so proud of the boys as they have worked really hard this season, week in week out in all weathers, at training and matches, and they deserve this success.

“Here’s to more trophies for the team!”

Team: Lennon Pye, Max Chester (captain), Jude Donovan, Bruno Donovan, Boris Kowalczyk, Sam Harvey, Josh Harland, Myles Simons, Austin Taylor, Joe Stevens, Darcy Hinshelwood, Eli Yambo.

Friday, January 24, 2020

Tree gets eye in for top-12 finish TOBY TREE produced an impressive performance at the prestigious Eye of Africa PGA Championship.

THe Golf At Goodwood ambassador, who supports the 100-plus junior members with performance masterclasses at Golf At Goodwood, finished tied-12th with a final score of 11 under par.

THe 25-year-old shot rounds of 70, 68, 70 and 69 (277) on the par 72 Eye of Africa Signature Golf Estate, Johannesburg.

THe result saw Tree bank 27,800.00 rand (£1,470).

Darren Fichardt won the tournament after he beat Chile’s Matias Calderon with a birdie on the third play-off hole after both finished regulation play tied for on 20-under par.

Tree, who turned professional in 2014 after a glittering amateur career, claimed a European Tour card at the end of last year.

He said at the time: "To get a place on the 2020 European Tour means an enormous amount, it is something I always dreamt of when I was younger, so to finally stand here with a card is unbelievable."

He missed the cut at the South Africa Open earlier this month.

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Bognor Colts charge into Sussex Cup quarter-finals  Darts FRIARY Z’s Rob Collins was the stand-out player in week eight of the Bognor Friday Benevolent Darts League as he helped his side to a triumph over Lamb Nomads.

DIVISION ONE - Legends 12 Hunston Hares 10; Lamb Nomads 4 Friary 'Z' 18; Newtown Amity 8 Lamb Shankers 14; Little Legends – bye. MOTM - Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') 16 & 17 darts [30.36 av]; Conner O'Hara (Legends) 18 & 19 darts [27.08 av]; Ryan Barratt (Lamb Shankers) 24 & 25 darts [19.82 av].

DIVISION TWO: Lamb 4 Royal Oak 16; Friary 'D' 17 Lamb Chops 3; Aldingbourne Mavericks 5 Pagham CC 'B' 14; Chi Snooker Club 'A' – bye. MOTM - Nikki Tabberer (Pagham CC 'B') 20 & 21 darts [24.44 av]; Ashley Clements (Royal Oak) 22 & 24 darts [21.78 av]; Dean Ardener (Friary 'D') 23 & 30 darts [18.91 av].

DIVISION THREE - Richmond Rebels 7 Newtown Clubbers 15; Friary 'C' 1 Richmond Resurrected 18; Old Barn (was Cabin) 14 ASC 5; Railway Sleepers 11 Chi Snooker Club 'B' 9. MOTM Martin Austin (Richmond Rebels) 23 & 26 darts [20.45 av]; Dan Sapio (Chi Snooker Club 'B') 23 & 29 darts [19.27 av]; Gary English (Old Barn) 26 & 27 darts [18.91 av]; Richard Pennells (Richmond Resurrected) 26 & 31 darts [17.58 av].

BOGNOR Colts Academy progressed into the Sussex Cup quarter-finals with a 31-5 victory over hosts Uckfield Colts.

THe visitors ran in five tries and added three conversions while Uckfield crossed the whitewash just once.

A strong squad started well with relentless line speed putting pressure on the host side and stopping them from playing.

Scrum half Alfie Spurle got his forwards moving and powering over the gainline. A typical strong run from the impressive No.8 Bradley Smith saw the Uckfield defence scrambling.

Ben Barker carried the ball on and it was moved wide expertly and slickly through their hands for Edward Gilbert Jones on the wing to score in the corner.

Fly half Elvis Millen was having one of his best games of the season, regularly making spot on decisions. A beautifully judged kick saw Owen Henton regain possession.

Hayes cut a strong line and the ball was moved to the rampaging Jamie Foote who dummied and scorched clear of the cover to score under the posts. Lewis Decarteret converted.

Bognor were playing smartly in attack but destructive in defence. No more so than Tyrone Masaki in the midfield, who regularly clattered into his opposite numbers.

Uckfield cleared and skipper Harrison Southerm ran the ball back. Charlie Weller smashed the ruck and the ball was moved to fullback Decarteret who

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sizzled down the line to score in the corner.

He then converted from out wide.

Uckfield looked dangerous ball in hand but second rows Nathan THompson and Matthew Norrell ruled the defensive line around the ruck. Bognor led 19-0 at halftime.

THe first score in the second half was always going to be important.

Bognor sent on the cavalry with the aim of putting the game out of sight.

After a disallowed try, George Orchard secured a tremendous turnover to set up the next try for winger Jacques.

THe omnipresent Jack Trenham, Spurle, who put in a long miss pass, and Charlie Jays were all involved to set up the score, which Decarteret converted.

Uckfield had their moments and when their centre broke through a score looked on the cards until Ben Woolnough appeared from nowhere to take him down.

It galvanised Bognor and a purple patch

saw them stretch the home defence with Owen THomas and Josh Galea carrying impressively.

Andrew Fadera crashed over to score when Uckfield infringed and Bognor’s maul took them close to the Uckfield line.

Uckfield came back to score a welldeserved consolation try.

Bognor will play Haywards Heath in the quarter final on Sunday, February 9. Until then it is back to league action.

THe Greens travel to Camberley while the Purples host Tadley at Hampshire Avenue (2pm KO).

Squad: Jack Trenham, Harrison Southern, Charlie Weller, Josh Galea, Nathan THompson, Mathew Norrell, Owen THomas, George Orchard, Jamie Foote, Ben Barker, Charlie Jays, Andrew Fadera, Bradley Smith, Alfie Spurle, Elvis Millen, Owen Henton, Freddie Hayes, Tyrone Masaki, Edward Gilbert-Jones, Jaques Robinson, Ben Woolnough, Lewis Decarteret.

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Friday, January 24, 2020

Blake salutes brave Bognor in key victory

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ROBBIE BLAKE hailed Bognor’s bravery after their thrilling 4-3 BetVictor Premier victory over title-chasers Folkestone Invicta.

In the first of two meetings this week with the Kent side, the Rocks came back from 2-0 and 3-1 behind to snatch a dramatic victory at Nyewood Lane to keep their play-off hopes on track.

Ira Jackson scored a hat-trick for Folkestone, including two penalties, as they led 3-1 after an hour.

Mason Walsh’s goal late in the first half looked like being in vain for Rocks in a game manager Jack Pearce had billed as a must-win for both sides.

THen Doug Tuck revived home hopes with a fabulous 25-yard finish.

Matt Casey, the towering defender signed on loan from Portsmouth, levelled on 82 minutes.

Bradley Lethbridge got the allimportant winner to decide a see-saw match as he struck in the 90th minute.

Coach Blake said: "It was such an up and down game.

“We showed great character, great bravery, great resilience and attitude.

“THe second goal was out of the blue but it was a great strike by Dougie and it changed the whole momentum of the game.

“THe lads deserve a huge amount of credit for what they achieved.”

Blake also felt Walsh's cool finish on 44 minutes was pivotal.

By that stage Jackson had put Invicta 2-0 up after seizing on a ball over the top for an eighth-minute opener and then converting from the spot after 17 minutes when he had been felled by Bognor keeper Amadou Tangara.

Blake said: "Goals at that time can change games and we felt at half-time that going in at 2-1 down the momentum was with us."

Jackson won and scored the 60th-minute penalty that saw Folkestone restore their two-goal cushion.

But Tuck rifled home from distance to narrow the deficit and Casey restored parity after 82 minutes when he fired in with a low strike.

Lethbridge got the winner after substitute Arron Hopkinson's cross came to him at the far post to slam home.

Blake added: "We kept going until the end and we played on the front foot.

"THat's all you can ask for and I think when you do that, then eventually you do get a bit of the rub of the green. It was massive for us."

Potters Bar Town (A) Tomorrow (Saturday January 25), at 3pm

No lack of spirit in cup defeat ROBBIE BLAKE wants to replicate the same fighting spirit tomorrow at Potters Bar that saw Bognor only just lose to Folkestone on Tuesday night - to a 90th-minute goal.

THe two sides met for the second time in three days after their league thriller but this time it was a Velocity Trophy clash.

And it was the Kent hosts who took the honours after Johan Ter Horst's second goal of the game saw Invicta claim a 4-3 win this time with a last-gasp finish.

Coach Blake and boss Jack Pearce utilised their squad for the game and gave starts to Eddie Wakley, Ben Mendoza and Arron Hopkinson.

Mo Diallo also made his debut after recently dual-signing from Newhaven.

THe changes looked to have backfired when the hosts led 3-0 after 55 minutes.

Ter Horst struck on 26 minutes before Ronnie Dolan made it 2-0 just after the break.

A third from Jerson Dos Santos seemed to have sealed it but Rocks fired back through Wakley on 58 minutes then James Crane added a 76th-minute second.

Dan Smith levelled on 85 minutes before the late agony.

Blake took the positives, though.

He said: "I have nothing but praise for the players, they were fantastic.

"THey are a pleasure to work with. To come back from 3-0 down to 3-3 and then have a chance to make it 4-3 to us before eventually

losing out shows just how much character we have in the side.

"Attitude, commitment and work rate will always be attributes that help and we have those in abundance - the spirit was incredible and we now need to harness those qualities for the game at Potters Bar on Saturday (tomorrow).

"If we can replicate those qualities and keep doing the right things, we have every right to have an eye on a play-off place. But we have reminded the players that the hard work and desire must continue, and we get the chance to go again at Potters Bar.” Rocks go to Corinthian-Casuals next Tuesday.

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NYECAMP NEWS

by Harvey Whyte

WHAT a couple of amazing games we have had against Folkestone Invicta.

You never want to lose any game but the way we see it, we won the important one in the league last Saturday at Nyewood Lane.

I felt we played quite well on Saturday and, yes, we made some bad defensive mistakes, but we looked good going forward.

Coach Robbie Blake made a good point after too. It’s good when you can go 2-0 or 3-0 down but still keep going and believe you are in the game, which we have shown we can do in the last two games. THat is a great thing to have within the team.

I have not played in too many games like the seven-goal clashes, especially not one after another like that.

It’s exciting as a player but it’s good for the fans as well.

THey have a bit of drama to enjoy and then you see it on Twitter after the game and they are all buzzing.

We looked down and out at one point on Saturday but it was great for them that we got back into it. It was just a shame about the result on Tuesday night that we couldn’t quite do it again.

But the league win was the one that was important. It would have been Basildon away on a midweek, which would be another slog and we don’t have the biggest squad either.

Maybe, in the long run, losing in the Velocity Trophy will be a blessing in disguise – you never really know.

We are at Potters Bar tomorrow and we shall have to show another side of our game there.

It is always a hard place to go because the pitch is one of the worst I have ever played on. In the summer it is a dustbowl, and in the winter it is terrible.

It’s a leveller and it doesn’t help good footballing sides.

It counts for nothing on that pitch and, unless they have done some major work on it, you can’t play football on that surface and you just have to do the ugly things well. We shall have to see how we do on Saturday.

We are in a good position after the Folkestone win. We are still in the pack, in my opinion, for the play-offs.

Worthing are flying at the moment but this league is just so unpredictable. At the start of the season we went something like six games when we did not win and were losing every game but then we went ten-11 games unbeaten.

All it takes is another little run and then you are back up there. So, as long as we are there or thereabouts, then we are always in with a chance at this sort of time of the season.

It is just important that we continually keep picking up points then we shall not be far away.

I played centre-half on Tuesday as we did not have the Pompey lads and their defender Matt Casey.

He has done well and got a man-of-the-match in one game. He is young and still has things to learn but the good thing is you get a lot of players who come from other clubs and think they are at a lesser club and don’t need to listen to anyone but he is not like that.

He is willing to listen to us and, hopefully, we can help improve him as a player.

He has looked good and he has the right attitude because we don’t really get many idiots who stick around long at Bognor. We won't have them.

We are all nice a group so if someone comes in and they are a bit of an idiot then we get rid of them. Our dressing room is genuinely a nice place to be.

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