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New jobs proposed for town UP TO 1,000 jobs could be created for Bognor Regis as part of a multi-million pound development.

THe employment boost for the town was revealed in the first plans for the Salt Box commercial park development in Shripney.

If the planning application is successful, the 11.8 hectare site along the A29 could include a hotel, gym, pub and a distribution depot for Warburtons the

bakers. Warehouses and engineering works are also proposed.

Planning agent Nia Russell said: "THe proposal will deliver a mix of commercial uses, and result in the creation of between 500-1,000 new jobs in Bognor, serving to reduce out-commuting and deliver new employment and investment opportunities for the local area."

She was joined by Paul Hanson, from developer Landlink Estates, to explain

the plans at Tuesday's meeting of Bersted Parish Council's planning, amenities and environment committee.

Councillors welcomed the chance to find out about the ambitious scheme. But Cllr Gill Yeates said she was concerned the site’s development seemed likely to happen earlier than she had thought.

She said: "It seems that this is imminent now. THey want to build the Warburtons building very quickly which almost sets it

in stone.

“THere is a great deal of concern from many in Shripney. We are very worried about the A29 specifically, but also Rowan Way. “But Landlink have said they want to have a public consultation here and to talk to people in Shripney separately about it.”

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MORE than £1.25m is being spent converting a former hotel in Pagham into a convenience store.

THe Co-operative Group has started work on the King's Beach Hotel after it stood empty for three years.

THe new store is set to open in midNovember. Staff from the existing Co-op store a few metres north, in THe Parade, will be invited to switch to the new site among the 15-20 full and part-time staff set to work there. THe current, much smaller, store will then close.

Tony Hind, the Co-op Group's head of new store development, said: "We're committed to finding great locations for our new stores.

"We know people want to buy high quality food near to where they live and work, in handy-sized shops that are open at convenient times.

"We opened 100 new stores last year and will open another 100 this year and are always on the lookout for new sites where we can be at the heart of local life."

But Pagham Beach Residents' Association chairman David Huntley said: "We would have liked the building to stay as a pub and a hotel.

"We miss the pub being here. We see no reason why the upper floor of the building can't become a pub. We would also like the store to be called the King's Beach Coop. We feel it's the least they can do.

"THey could also enable the current Coop to be used as a community space when it closes as a store."

Mr Huntley said he was unsure how

much demand existed for the new store.

"We have plenty of food shops in Pagham and Rose Green, and a lot of food businesses like takeaways as well.

"What we don't have now in this part of Pagham is a pub, along with a post office, greengrocer's or a bank - all the services that people need for their daily lives.

"We feel Arun District Council have been too slack in protecting their pubs, like the King's Beach and THe Ship Inn in Aldwick," he said. "THe site has also looked a mess for too long."

THe King's Beach opened in the 1930s and took its name from the stay by King George V in 1929 in nearby Craigweil House in Aldwick.

It closed in 2014. A previous plan by the Co-op was rejected by Arun that year on three grounds.

A planning inspector backed one of them - that changes to the building's bay windows, doors and openings would harm its appearance.

THe Co-op's second application to take account of the ruling was approved by Arun in August, 2015, but work on the site has only recently begun.

Simon Finlay, acquisitions manager for the Co-op, said: "We're looking forward to opening a new store in Pagham. We're delighted to have the opportunity to provide shoppers with our wide range of award-winning food in a store designed to be easy to use for everyone."

THe new store will have a 2,000sq ft sales area with a bakery and locally sourced products.

Council's plan for property development firm backed OFFICES and warehouses could be owned by a property company being set up by Arun District Council.

A further step towards the start of Trisanto Development Company was taken by the council's senior members on Monday.

THe cabinet backed the move to spend £1m of the council's money to get Trisanto established with a board of directors to make property deals.

THe unanimous agreement followed a narrower approval from the council's overview select committee last week.

Cllr Gillian Brown, the council's leader, said: "THis is looking at a different way of

working, which is what we have to do."

She pointed out Trisanto would be able to develop or own any property it wanted in its goal to gain income for the council to make up for its shrinking government grants.

"It will not be restricted to just dealing in the Arun area. It will be wherever there's a commercial opportunity.

"It may not be housing either. It's up to the company to look at other commercial chances," she said.

Trisanto is separate from Arun's housing revenue account, which is set to receive investment of £48.5m for council housing over ten years. See page 4.

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New backing means Birdman soars again DELIGHTED organisers of the International Bognor Birdman have spent this week making their final plans for this year's event.

As reported on the Post's website, a commercial backer of a bamboo tissue company has been found for the crowdpulling event to add to the community fundraising which had begun when a lack of finance had caused it to be scrapped.

One of the organisers, Sarah BooteCook, said: "THe response to Birdman being back on has been overwhelming.

"THe community rallied round and raised around £4,000 and THe Cheeky Panda stepped in and gave £6,000 so the event could go ahead. As new directors, we are keen to bring this event back to its former glory as we acknowledged it had got a bit tired in recent years.

"Maybe that's why, I for one, was

surprised by the public outcry and sadness at the possibility the Birdman would not fly this summer. I believe it's a 'you'll miss it when it's gone' situation and the thought of this iconic event not happening somehow made the community jump up and step into action."

THe surprise go-ahead has enabled a full programme of activities on and above the seafront to be put into place for the August 12-13 weekend.

THere will be the usual flying from the pier in the three classes of Leonardo, Condor and Kingfisher for the serious flyers and those who are taking part for a laugh and to raise money for a charity.

An air display by the Tiger 9 team will add to the aerial delights. Plenty of stalls and entertainment will be in place along the promenade as well.

THe event opens at 10am both days with

stage entertainment until 1.30pm.

THe Birdmen will take to the air, briefly, from 1.30pm until 3.30pm on the first day and 1.30pm-5.15pm on the second.

Live music in the surrounding pubs will continue the fun into the evenings.

One of the competitors relieved the event is back on is Yapton man Sam Penny. He delighted everyone last year with his Zephryus machine and has been busy creating Zephryus 2 from aluminium and foam for this year.

Aviation engineer Sam, 28, said: "I've designed it to fly 2km and it can reach 16mph in good weather. I did a number of things wrong last year and I'm hoping I can make three times the distance this time. Birdman is a great competition and it's amazing it's been saved. It's a one-off event and it would have been shame to see it die."

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A SPECIAL meeting is to be held of Bognor Regis town councillors to debate plans for seafront toilets.

THe extraordinary session will be held in the week of August 14 to enable all the town council's members to have their say about the £200,000 proposals.

THe decision to arrange the one-off meeting was made after Tuesday's planning and licensing committee when the three councillors present called for more details about Arun District Council's scheme.

After the meeting, the committee's chairman, Cllr Jeanette Warr, said: "We have decided to call a special meeting because we think all council members should be present. THis is an important decision to make. It's only right that as many councillors as possible make it."

But she said the committee's request for talks with senior officers at Arun about the loos had been turned down.

As reported, Arun wants to build the toilets on the site of the foreshore office and incorporate a new office and information point in the building.

Cllr Sandra Daniells (I, Pevensey) said at the meeting: "THe principle is a really good one - to have the toilets, the office and the information in a nice and modern building. But we have not got enough information to say yes because it's quite a big decision to make.

"Once those toilets are there, they could stay for 100 years. So, there are far-reaching consequences to whatever we decide."

She said the toilets' design could be used to influence the look of the multi-million pound Winter Gardens regeneration scheme Arun had

proposed for the Regis Centre site.

Cllr Warr (LD, Hotham) said: "We can't decide on something like this for our town with just the three of us here.

I think the design of these toilets will destroy the look of the seafront. We have tried so hard to give the seafront a Victorian traditional style look and these don't look like that."

She called for the closed underground toilets to be renovated and staffed to stop a repeat of their recent misuse.

Cllr Pat Dillon (C, Pevensey) said: "If the shape of the roof is changed, the building will become Victorian.

"THe idea of the current roof is to give the effect of the sea. We are never going to keep everybody happy about this.

"What I don't like about the plans is the colour of the stonework."

Arun wants them to be in place for next summer. But Berkeley Court resident William Lazell said at the meeting: "We need toilets at one end of the seafront or the other. To have them in the middle serves no purpose.

"Our promenade is quite narrow in places from Butlin's to the pier.

"We have got four constructions on the promenade there, including cafés and the bandstand and the train runs from Butlin's to just past the bandstand and there are cyclists, children and people with prams.

"I see how much the seafront is used on a nice weekend. If you put a concrete structure there, you are taking away part of the usable area." Objections to the scheme had been raised in 30 letters to Arun by yesterday afternoon.

Arun will make the final decision after it considers the town council's opinion.

More seafront fun FUNSHINE days are continuing along Bognor Regis seafront - weather permitting.

THe town council-organised free activities take place on and around the bandstand on the seafront.

Today is devoted to going Bananas for Bognor with sandcastle competitions, pavement art and fancy dress contests with a yellow theme.

It is the final day of the first week which

has celebrated water.

Monday sees the start of the second week with the theme of music and movement. African drumming and dance, hip hop and hula hoop will feature with some didgeridoo added as well.

THe special days continue with performance and art sessions from August 14 and seaside classics which start on August 21.

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` Cycleway anger PARISH councillors in Middleton have reacted with anger to the news of a further £800,000 being needed for the A259 cycleway.

West Sussex County Council has set aside the extra funding because the total cost of the 4.5km route between Felpham and Climping has risen to just over £2m.

But Middleton Parish Council clerk Joe Lake said the willingness of the county council to find the additional funds contrasted with its refusal to pay for substantial improvements to the Comet Corner junction on the A259.

"THe parish council has been pressing the county council for many years to install traffic lights at the junction. However, the latest scheme was said to cost over £2m," he said. But only £375,000 was available and that was spent improving safety and visibility on the southern, west bound carriageway.

"While this certainly improves visibility for cars seeking to cross Comet Corner from the south, it does nothing to assist motorists coming from Yapton who are seeking to join, or cross, the A259.

"THe question is, is £800,000 better spent on a cycleway which very few people are likely to use or should it have been put towards traffic signals at Comet Corner?"

An informal poll at last month's village fete showed unanimously the money should have been spent on the traffic lights, he added.

A county council report stated the extra cost has arisen due to the road safety audit which led to design changes and extra drainage work.

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New homes plan agreed A £48.5m programme of investments is set to help Bognor Regis residents in urgent need of a home.

THe ten-year Arun District Council plan is intended to add 250 properties to its housing stock and improve and redevelop its sheltered housing schemes.

THe new housing will replace those properties expected to be bought by tenants under the Right to Buy policy in that period and add 50 more to Arun’s current 3,323 leased houses and flats.

THat will enable the council to begin to eat into the year-long wait being suffered by the most urgent 354 of its 1,333 applicants who are seeking a council property.

THe plan for the council’s housing revenue account will take effect after it has been approved by all the council’s members, as expected, next month.

Compiled by consultants Heather Grant and Glen Smith, it states the council let 265 homes to new tenants in the year to the end of last March.

“THis position inevitably means many residents find themselves in very difficult housing circumstances, including being homeless, which they cannot improve without assistance,” they state.

THe new homes will be added either be buying ‘off plan’ from developers, often as the result of a condition imposed by the planning approval for a development, purchasing existing properties or building on Arun-owned land.

Funding for the properties will come

from borrowing and receipts from Right to Buy sales.

THe business plan’s proposals were backed by Arun’s cabinet of senior councillors on Monday. Council leader Cllr Gillian Brown (C, Aldwick E) said: “THis is a positive way forward.

“We have waited a long time for this business plan but it’s quite a comprehensive plan and it certainly shows a good way of moving forward.”

THe latest plans follows a policy which set out to see 150 new rented homes developed or bought from 2013 until 2020 to try to keep pace with the sale of older homes. But this has so far resulted in just nine completed homes and 33 under development.

Arun’s cabinet member for housing, Cllr Trevor Bence (C, Aldwick E) said the latest plan was a big step forward.# “For the first time, we are starting to increase our housing stock. THis is increasingly important given the local and national rising level of homelessness,” he said.

“THis plan has a significant range of improvements and changes which I believe will make a substantial difference in housing provision and the service we provide to tenants.”

Of the total investment, £6m will be spent improving those sheltered housing schemes chosen by Arun to be kept and upgraded.

THe work will include improving bathrooms, kitchens and communal facilities and should start in 2019.

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Kite festival organisers aim to get biggest event flying high FLYING TEDDY delighted visitors to Bognor Regis as organisers of the town's biggest kite festival began to step up their preparations.

THe giant aerial attraction was on display on the beach outside Butlin's last weekend to gain plenty of attention.

Jan Malpas, one of the festival's organisers, said: "It's the first ever threeday event for Bognor Regis."

THe fun will take place at West Park over the bank holiday weekend at the end of this month.

It will start at 10.30am on the Saturday and continue at the same times for the next two days. It will close at 9pm on the first day, 8.30pm on the Sunday and 5pm on the Monday.

"THis is a free event for all the family, which has something for everyone," said Jan. "Not only are fabulous, unusual huge kites flying but there are other attractions as well."

THese include live music, children's entertainment with Nick Clark, a bar and refreshments, craft stalls and the popular kite-making workshops.

THis will be the third year in which the kite festival has been held.

New for this year's event will be the Great Bognor Bake-Off on the bank holiday Monday. THe judges will be the Bearded Bakers. THere are three classes for adults and one for children. Victoria sponges, novelty cakes and family favourites will be welcomed.

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Memorial will honour town's former mayor and popular DJ

A MEMORIAL is to be held this month to honour the life of a former town mayor of Bognor Regis.

THe special occasion in memory of Paul Beckerson will take place at 7pm on August 18 at THe Station pub in Station Road.

Everyone who knew Paul is welcome to go along and join in the celebration of his life and music.

His funeral is being held at 2pm on August 10 at St Clement's Church in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, followed by light refreshments in the pastoral centre.

Paul died on July 17 at Southend Hospital surrounded by his family.

He was aged 68 and his cause of death was respiratory failure.

One of those who worked closely with him on Bognor Regis and Arun councils the family,was Roger Nash. He said: “Paul was one of everyone,"those Bognorians who put his town first, ous, unusualworking hard to serve our town. It was a e are otherprivilege to have known him. My thoughts are with his family." , children's Paul was educated at Lancastrian rk, a bar andBoys School and studied community the populargovernance at the University of Gloucester and computer engineering at n which thethe University of Brighton.

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He ran Kristiano's nightclub on the seafront, on the former Empire site, and worked for many years as a DJ in the town at THe Terminus, latterly, THe Station, and THe Unicorn.

He lived in Crescent Road in the town centre until the early 80s and then lived in nearby Sturges Road for much of the remainder of his life. He was an active Liberal Democrat for many years and was a long-standing member on both the town and district councils.

He served as the town mayor of Bognor Regis in 1994/95 - including the August in which the IRA exploded a bomb in the London Road precinct - and continued to play an active part in the Labour-Lib Dem arrangement at the town council during the rest of that decade.

Paul was keenly involved in regeneration matters and was a director of Bognor Regis Ltd, which was set up to boost the town's economy, from 1994 to 2001.

He became the town council's projects officer for several years until he left Bognor Regis six years ago to become the town clerk at Leigh on Sea until he retired in April.

A statement from Leigh on Sea Town Council says: "Paul made a significant contribution to the town council, particularly with regard to setting up the community centre. As a mark of respect, the council will fly its flag at half mast on the day of Paul's funeral."

He is survived by four children and his second wife, whom he married in January, 2016.

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THe site has been earmarked by Arun District Council since 2014 as part of its Enterprise Bognor Regis initiative and that has led Landlink to devise its ideas.

Ms Russell said: "THe planning application which will be submitted to Arun District Council within the next fortnight will seek approval for full planning permission for a storage and distribution warehouse, car parking, access roads, plus engineering works, landscaping and associated works; and outline planning permission for the development of employment units, warehousing, a hotel, two drive thru units, public house, gym, plus engineering works, landscaping and associated works.

“THe planning application will be supported by a full suite of technical documents providing a comprehensive assessment of matters including highways, design, accessibility, parking, landscaping, tree protection, ecology, drainage, light and noise.”

If the proposal is approved, work on the development should start in 2019.

Cllr Chris Barratt said at the meeting: “Sewage is one concern that comes up a lot with planning applications in this area.

“THe sewage system doesn't seem to be able to cope with what it's got.

THere always seems to be a lot of work needed to alleviate that."

THe main worry for councillors was the extra traffic. Parish council deputy clerk Sue O’Connell said: "Most of the councillors didn't object to the building on the site but what it would mean for the A29 and the A259.”

Crowds soak up music HUNDREDS of festival-goers soaked up the music and the rain at a second community music event in Walberton.

Some 400 people went along to CoreFest to enjoy a wide range of acts among the countryside.

THe hours of heavy rain from about 90 minutes after the event began did not stop them enjoying listening to the fantastic acts in the inclusive music festival.

THe organisers at hft Sussex - which supports people with learning disabilities - bought gazebos when they heard the weather forecast to provide some shelter among the downpour.

Maggie Lucas, registered manager for the charity's day services, said: "THe day went really well, considering the weather.

"Fortunately, a lot of people who left when it was really wet returned for our headline act when the conditions were better.

"THe day was all about showing people what we do and raising our profile and bring people to us rather than us going to them.

"We're really looking forward to next year's already. We've started planning it."

Top Michael Jackson tribute star MJ Eternity made the repeat journey worth their while with his rendition of the famous singer's best known songs.

He also delighted big Michael Jackson fan Adrian Sherwood, one of those in hft Sussex's residential properties, by letting him sing some of the songs alongside him on stage.

Other acts in last Saturday's line-up amid the beautiful countryside of the site off Eastergate Lane included Wes Lucas and Delta7, Cosmic & THe Keys, Luna Sol, THe Speak and THe Bamboo Band.

Interactive family events from music and drumming workshops to storytelling were also enjoyed. Food and refreshment stalls included a Wonderland-themed tea tent as well as a licensed bar and hot food outlets.

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Town precinct stall backed FEARS a new popcorn seller could harm Bognor Regis town centre have been over-ruled by councillors.

Two objections were raised to the proposal by Viktoriya Yovkova for the London Road precinct.

But Arun District Council's licensing sub-committee decided Miss Yovkova's business would benefit the town and granted her a street trading consent.

THe go-ahead will enable her to start trading from 10am-5pm daily at the precinct's northern end.

Ms Yovkova said at last Friday's meeting: "I intend to trade every day if the weather is fine. I work night shifts and that's why I want to make something during the day.

"I would like to operate under my own consent. I have spoken to the town centre manager (Toyubur Rahman) and, when he operates his market, I will speak to him and change my position.

"I will keep the area around me clean and tidy and I am happy to move on request. I do not want to disrupt any events."

THe concerns about the proposal

by Ms Yovkova came from Arun's regeneration team and Mr Rahman.

THe regeneration officers stated: "Economic regeneration object to this street trading licence application because it would be outside the oversight and control of the town centre manager.

"He would have no power to oversee the stall appearance, and how the staff manning it are presented, how products are displayed and sold, where

they site the stall, how clean they leave the pitch and whether they manage their own litter or how this activity will fit in with other planned events in the precinct."

Mr Rahman had processes in place to control those matters, through a blanket street trading licence for the precinct, to ensure all street trading was good quality and complementary to existing shops.

Mr Rahman told the sub-committee in a statement: "We would ask that (the) application is refused and the applicant is encouraged to operate under town centre management's existing street trading consent.

"If that is not possible, then the licence should include (conditions) and co-operate and work with town centre management, including using a specified pitch and relocating on request."

Ms Yovkova agreed ro work with Mr Rahman. "He has his own market and, because I am new, I will need to follow his rules. I think we have a good relationship so we can continue to work together for the future," she said.

Sub-committee chairman Cllr Andy Cooper (C, Angmering) said the consent included standard conditions imposed by Arun around location, food hygiene and health and safety. Ms Yevkova would also have to fit in with Mr Rahman's markets.

Cllr Robert Wheal (C, Arundel) said: "Good luck. THere is a lot of hard work ahead and I'm sure you will be successful."

Teenagers' stunt has all the ingredients of being success A GROUP of Bognor Regis teenagers tipped rice pudding, raw eggs, cold gravy and other food over each over's heads to raise money to help a mental health charity.

THe 15 and 16-year-olds took part in the fear factor bucket challenge in aid of Coastal West Sussex Mind.

THe disgusting event took place at the 39 Club in Bognor Regis last THursday as part of their National Citizenship Service project.

THey felt passionately about raising awareness around mental health issues and wanted to help Mind in its campaigns to challenge stigma and

discrimination.

One of the young people, Jasmin Field, said: "We used baked beans, spaghetti hoops, chopped tomatoes, rice puddings, eggs, custard, flour and cold gravy.

"Before the bucket of food was poured over us, we read out some facts about mental health. We're hoping that our film of it will really help raise awareness about mental health."

THe film has been posted at the West Sussex National Citizenship Service's Facebook page. Teenagers on the service work on a community project and enjoy adventure activities.

PROLIFIC Bognor Regis author Julia Macfarlane has achieved a hat-trick.

Her latest publication, News of Leon, is the third book she has produced in a year. It is also the most important personally.

THe book is the first in which she has collected any of her short stories in a book, though her work has appeared in various anthologies and magazines over several years.

Julia, 57, said: "I've pulled together the best of my most recent work and thought I would have a go at self-publishing.

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` Panels on Blake SIX PANELS about the life of famous poet William Blake are planned around his former home in Felpham.

Students at Felpham Community College have produced the content for the boards to create a William Blake Heritage Trail.

Steve Murray, co-ordinator of the project, said in a statement: "THe trail, designed to boost tourism in the area, will consist of A1-sized interpretation boards offering information about the poet's life in West Sussex with QR codes (for smartphones) to link to audio-visual content.

"A supporting trail leaflet will also be produced for distribution at the tourist information centre, local shops, pubs and cafés."

It was hoped to launch the trail to coincide with Blake's birthday in November, he added.

He has sought planning approval for the boards to be sited in Hotham Park, Ladybrook Community Orchard (alongside Felpham Way), the THatched House pub, Blake's Cottage in Blakes Road and two sites along Felpham seafront.

THe project has been backed by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

` Surgery change A CHANGE of date has been announced for the next public dropin surgery by Bognor Regis Town Council. THe event, where residents can meet their town councillors, has been moved back a week to August 26. It will still take place from 10am12.30pm in the precinct's northern section.

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Young squirrels graduate daycare CELEBRATIONS were held at a nursery in Barnham to signal the beginning of new adventures for its children.

THe Squirrels Den Daycare held a mini graduation ceremony for its children aged four years old.

As of September this year the children will be moving on to various primary schools in the area and the day was a way for them to enjoy their final moments together.

THis is the fourth time the centre has held a graduation ceremony and it proved more popular than ever with children and their parents attending.

THirty children from the nursery donned red hats and gowns to mark the special occasion.

THe ceremony was followed by a mini sports day that was enjoyed by children, their parents and staff.

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Edwards, it was an important day for everyone involved.

She said: "Fun was had by all as we celebrated our leavers moving on.

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FOUR years of work have seen a new window installed in Yapton's parish church.

THe stained glass window in 900-yearold St Mary's Church is the inspiration of one of its churchwardens, Angela Stewart.

She believed the historic church needed a feature to reflect the search for peace in the 21st century - not just an absence of war but the spiritual calm and tranquility of the Christian faith.

She has carried out several consultations since 2013 throughout the parish to devise the final design.

Church spokesman Tim Bell said: "THe window embodies the Christian concept of peace and was inspired by a wish to mark the centenary of the Armistice that brought the First World War to an end.

"For hundreds of years, the people of Yapton have married, christened their babies and buried their loved ones at St Mary's Church.

"It is not just a place of worship but one where people from many different walks of life come to find peace and solace at some of the most difficult times of their lives."

THe window's design focuses on the image of an olive tree to represent the peaceful community of Yapton.

Renowned British stained glass artist Derek Hunt included traditional images of peace with the Holy Spirit as a dove holding an olive branch in its

beak.

He chose a Biblical text and the image of a lion and a lamb. Finally, in the trunk of the tree, is the open door of Yapton, which has long been described as a place where everyone's door is open and is also on the village school's badge.

THe new window was installed last Friday by Derek after he created it in his Limelight Studios, near Market Harborough, in Leicestershire.

Much of its cost is being raised by Angela through donations and a host of fundraising schemes.

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Hospital fundraisers will make site more attractive after fête success RAIN failed to dampen the spirits of hospital supporters in Bognor Regis.

Clouds and a downpour did not deter hundreds of visitors splashing out to make the latest fête at the town's war memorial hospital a success.

Organised by the hospital's Friends charity, the annual fundraiser still brought in £5,722 to the group's delight.

THe money will go towards improving the main entrance to the hospital off the A29 Shripney Road.

Brian Knight, chairman of the Friends, said he was heartened so many people still turned out in spite of the wet.

"THe fête’s gone well," he said. "We had a good crowd to start with, and the numbers thinned out a bit when it started to rain, but it was nowhere near as bad as it could have been.

"Only one of our stallholders has pulled out, and that could be for any reason, and all our entertainers have been here as well."

THe profit from the fête would go towards a new contract to make the main entrance more attractive, he said.

"It's untidy at the moment and we are looking at getting a contractor in to rearrange it and then maintain it.

"I've met two contractors in the past week with another to meet this week.

"I always think the first impressions of a place are so important. If a place looks right when you go in, and the reception is welcoming, then it makes you feel good about everything else.

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here, as we are with all our staff, and we can make the entrance better and keep it looking better," said Mr Knight.

THe improvements will follow a £60,000 scanner which the Friends has ordered for the hospital's musculoskeletal department.

"At the moment, when the staff in the department inject a patient, they feel for the right area to do it in. THe scanner will enable them to scan the area to show which is the best spot to make it better for the patient," he said.

"We will always do our best for this hospital and its staff and it's good that people continue to support us in that."

Last Saturday's fête in the hospital's grounds featured some 30 stalls. THey included a chance to guess the weight of a cake, a rubber duck catching challenge, fruit and vegetables, secondhand books and clothes and homemade cakes.

THe entertainers were singers Stacey Turner, Terry Carvey and Nathan Smithers. Music was also twice provided by the town's RAFA Band.

Felpham Art Group had a display in one of the hospital's corridors to protect the artwork.

Among those who staffed the stalls was Lynda Bunker and her husband, Charlie.

THey have helped out for at least 12 years.

Lynda said: "We do it for the fun of it and the rain wouldn't put us off.

"It's always good fun and it's nice to be here and to help the community. THere's a good atmosphere here and it's good to chat with the people who come along."

THe hospital's matron, Karen Richards, was also present on the stall of the hospital's operator, Sussex Community Foundation NHS Trust, pictured below.

She said: "We have amazing support from the Friends. Nothing is too much trouble for them. We all support each other and work together."

THe trust looks after five hospitals and the new matron for the Arundel and Midhurst hospitals, Tori Cooper, was also present.

She said: "THis is my first time here and it's really friendly, warm and welcoming.

"It's been really helpful to talk to people. Getting out and talking to the general public is so important because they are our patients.

"It's been good to tell them who the trust is and what it does. Everything we do is centred around what is best for each individual patient.

"We work very closely with a lot of other agencies to achieve that, either in the patient's home or in a care setting."

She said she had also talked to some of the visitors about the range of vacancies which existed at the hospital. More details at sussexcommunity.nhs.uk One of the fête’s visitors who braved the rain was Hilary Reilly. She said: "I wanted to support the hospital. It's an extremely good hospital. You are treated like an individual here. I've been to the fête briefly before and I will be back again."

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Pupils put hearts into surgery at college FUTURE surgeons were able to carry out a heart transplant at Felpham Community College.

THe potential clinicians came from years 9-11 science classes and years 12 and 13 biology courses. THey were able to take part in a two-day interactive Operating Live workshop at the college.

THey enabled them to perform realistic techniques on life-like models. As well as the transplant, below, these surgical procedures included intubating a patient, inserting a stent and a leg amputation.

Susan Buckland, one of the college's science teachers, said: "It was a fantastic event that left all participants buzzing about a career in the medical field.

"It was an amazing opportunity for all who were involved and it has increased

understanding of human anatomy and physiology."

THose who took part in the workshop volunteered to pay for the opportunity.

Its aim was to encourage more students to consider a medical career and to improve students' understanding of GCSE and A-level biology.

Younger students at the college have completed a first aid workshop with St John Ambulance and the British Heart Foundation.

All the several hundred Year 7 pupils attended the sessions. THey focused on carrying out a primary survey of a patient and the recovery position, danger response, burns and bleeding and CPR. THe events, pictured top right, were organised by some of the college's St John

Ambulance cadets - Poppy Shallis (Y12), Peter Reavey (Y11), Isabelle Saunders (Y11) and Amy Franklin (Y10).

Emily Sargeant, one of the Y7 pupils involved, said: "I have seen CPR lots of time on TV. It was good to get the chance to learn how to do it ourselves."

THe British Heart Foundation donated 30 resuscitation dolls to the college to keep on condition 20 per cent of students received essential first aid training yearly.

Y7 pupils at the college had also been busy on a music and drama end of term musical theatre piece, bottom right.

Tutor groups were given a song from eight different musicals and had to learn the song and provide a dramatic performance to demonstrate it. THe songs included Little Bit Naughty from Matilda and Do You Hear The People Sing? from Les MisĂŠrables.

One of the students involved, Ruby Bowditch, said: "It was good fun. We have all been working on them since half-term."

Meanwhile, several of the 200-plus students from Years 7-13 in the college who took part in this year's UK Maths Challenge were rewarded with top marks.

Junior students Ben Fox and William Andrews (both Y8) both achieved gold awards for their age group and their high scores were recognised.

Stanley Hards (Y7) and Alex Kissell (Y8) also reached gold. A further 15 students were awarded silver certificates and 31 bronze awards.

In the intermediate age group, Sam Riseborough (Y10) achieved the best score and gained gold. Gold was also achieved

by Isabella Saunders (Y10), Edward Reeder (Y10), Owen Mawbey (Y11) and Jacob Vandriel (Y11). Eight more college students reached silver status and 19 bronze.

Mitchell Cane (Y13) achieved the best score in the college for the senior test. In

Y12, Max Hughes was the best and gained silver. THree other students got silver awards and 11 bronze.

Maths teacher Kim Weston said: "It is brilliant to see the students' enthusiasm and such a large number...do well."

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Animators of the future test their talents CREATIVE children from around Bognor Regis have put their ideas on to film as part of an exciting animation workshop.

Held at THe Base Skatepark in Bognor Regis, the Lights Camera Action! workshop saw 24 enthusiastic young film-makers come together to make their own stopmotion videos.

Using computers, cameras, Lego and arts and crafts goods provided by Curiosity Hub, the children used one of filmmaking's most tried and tested techniques.

Organisers were considering similar workshops for children in the future to be held at the railway station's proposed digital hub.

Jenni Lloyd, from Wired Sussex - one of the groups working under the West Sussex County Council to create the workshop was pleased by the reaction the free event had prompted.

She said: "It's been really good.

"THis was really an experiment to see what kind of appetite there was for workshops like this. " Certainly the day proved popular with the children all aged between 9-11 years old.

Ten-year-old Adam Francis, from Aldwick, was working on a short film about a deep-sea diver.

He said: "Me and my friend, Imogen, have made films like this before. I do it at

home as well. My parents helped me the first time I made a video. But it's easy now.

"In this film the diver gets attacked. It's a bit gruesome!"

His friend, Imogen Orde, 10, from Pagham, explained how the process can be time-consuming. "It's really fun although it can get frustrating because it takes a long time to set everything up," she said.

For 11-year-old Eleanor Grant, the workshop provided a new opportunity.

She said: "THis is my first time making an animation. I've really enjoyed it especially as I found my friends here too."

Plenty of friends attended the day. Nancy Hammond, aged nine, from Bognor Regis, attended alongside Anya Petter, also nine.

Nancy was impressed with what they made. She said: "It's really fun. Our film is called Alex and the Giant Fidget Spinner, it's very funny."

Anya explained how she was building on skills she already had. "THis is my first time using a computer like this but not my first time making animations. I used to make them at home using my tablet," she said.

Organiser Victoria Hilditch was pleased to see all the workshop places taken. She said: "We ran out of spaces almost straight away, which was great. And we were lucky to hold it in such an amazing venue.

"THe idea is that the digital hub might be able to support an event like this."

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f Using Lego to tell their story

OUTLINE plans have been revealed for up to 45 new homes in Yapton.

Keith Langmead Ltd has asked Arun District Council to approve in principle the use of land at Street Buildings, in North End Road, for the development.

THe proposals would involve the demolition of the existing structures at the site of 1.87 hectares. Its use for the stabling and keeping of horses means it is classed as previously used land.

As well as the housing, 0.3ha of landscaped open space will be provided, with vehicular access to the housing from Maypole Lane and pedestrian/cycle access only from North End Road.

` Country fair

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A WEEKEND of family fun and activities is in store in Hotham Park, Bognor Regis.

THe Hotham Park Country Fair is being held for the 16th time tomorrow and Sunday.

Volunteers in the Hotham Park Heritage Trust have again lined up a packed programme of attractions from 11am-5pm on both days.

THroughout the park, visitors will find arts and crafts from the area's artists, animal displays and children's activities, with a variety of refreshments to suit all tastes.

THere is also the chance to relax and enjoy entertainment on the park's bandstand. THe country fair traditionally attracts thousands of visitors of all ages.

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Festival fills town with music and arts ROX AGAIN turned Bognor Regis into a hub of live music and the arts.

THe latest staging of the annual festival of creativity brought an appreciation of arts in the town to the fore again.

THe event held last weekend saw musicians and artists flock to Hotham Park as well as various venues around the town.

Now in its 27th year, the festival, organised by the Rox Music and Arts charity, provided free music and activities.

THe Secret Garden stage in Hotham Park proved popular with the public as its line-up of local talent kept everyone entertained. On the Sunday, a live radio broadcast from the park's bandstand also garnered plenty of interest.

Alongside live performances were food and drink stalls, demonstrations from local businesses, arts and crafts stands and fun activities such as a bouncy castle and teacup ride.

THose attending didn't let rain on the Saturday dampen their spirits as they still found a way to enjoy the music.

Nine-year-old Luke Britton, from Bognor Regis, had fashioned ponchos out of bin bags for himself and friends.

He said: "I'm really enjoying it, even though what we're wearing makes us look like we're having a 'rubbish' time!

"Me and my friends are all being back-up dancers for the singers."

Following heavy rain, the Secret Garden stage had to be closed at 4pm. However, the musicians were still able to perform after THe Pier Hotel was used as a new

venue.

THe town's mayor, Cllr Phil Woodall, was pleased that people still enjoyed the day despite the rain.

He said: "I think it's good that even with the weather like this people have still come out to show their support. It shows how we are true Brits."

Organisers also enjoyed seeing how many attended the festival.

Steve Goodheart, who founded the Rox Festival in 1990, said: "THis is brilliant. It shows that interest for these events are still here. THere is phenomenal talent here, not just in the performers but in the volunteers."

Volunteer Kez Bridger agreed. "Although this year's event it isn't as big as it has been in the past, it's definitely more personal, especially in the Secret Garden.

"It's great that people have come out in the rain," she said.

For many it was not just about the live music. Bognor Regis-based mindful arts and crafts company Arty Peace were there to share their passion for getting creative.

Corinne Holyoake, from Arty Peace, showed children how they could make sun catchers using old CDs. She said: "Rox is definitely an important event as it brings people together. For me, it's nice to see the mums getting involved with what their kids are making too."

Five-year-old Sky Hall was enthusiastic about her creation. She said: "I like getting to use all this glitter, I'm enjoying this."

For one of the organisers, Robin Parker, the range in activities was integral to the

festival. He said: "Really it's all about the arts. It would be great to see more variety next year like a poetry slam or artisan crafts. It's not just about the music."

Robin was also excited to see so many pubs come forward as music venues for the weekend.

"Having all the venues involved is fantastic. It creates such a great vibe. More have come forward and asked to be a part of it next year," he added.

With music performed in the park between 1pm-6pm on both days, festivalgoers could then find more to enjoy in many venues around the town including THe Hothampton Arms, THe QEII, THe William Hardwicke and THe Alex.

Hannah Shrimpton, general manager of THe William Hardwicke, was excited to be a part of the event. She said: "We are huge supporters of the festival, being a venue that relies on the community coming together like this."

THe same attitude was shared by Lucy Borrill, from THe Hothampton Arms.

"It's been a good turnout. Everyone involved is so passionate about it. THere is such fantastic talent in Bognor Regis, too.

THe live music in the area provides such a great atmosphere," she said.

Members of the public enjoyed the live music available at the pubs.

Bognor Regis resident Biff Atkinson visited THe Hothampton Arms to see rock 'n' roll band THe New Acetones.

She said: "We're here for the fantastic music. I love Rox, every year it brings people together."

f Live radio broadcast on the bandstand

f Danni Rumsey and Emma Warburton

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Hopes for the future of Rox THE ROX Festival needs more support to develop, it has been said.

Following a successful weekend of music and arts, organisers want to plan a brighter future for the event.

Steve Goodheart has seen many changes for the festival over its 27-year run.

He said: "Rox has had its ups and downs and there are so many great stories about different Rox events.

"To have the festival in the beautiful surroundings of Hotham Park is great but putting on events that have more to offer the public would be better.

"But there should be better venues available to give performers and organisers the opportunity to put on quality events.

"People shouldn't just expect these things to

happen and take them for granted. We need support from other organisations and the public to make a change."

Fellow Rox organiser Robin Parker was hopeful for what the future could bring.

"Rox is looking forward to developing its relationship with the university and working in partnership with them as it has done in the past.

We have to keep pushing ahead," he said.

For festival-goer Laura Britton, the weekend was fun, but it did not measure up to the Rox events of the past.

She said: "All the kids love it. Rox is such an important part of growing up in Bognor Regis.

"I do think it's a shame it's not at the Royal Norfolk Hotel anymore. It was amazing when it was there. I feel quite strongly about this and hope something can be done."

f Enjoying Rox in the sun

f Plenty of arts and crafts on offer

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` Picnic in the park AN ART exhibition will be a new feature at disability charity United Response's latest Big Picnic in Bognor Regis.

THe creativity will be on show in Hotham Park from the charity's bi-weekly art group for people with mental health needs.

Works of art will include pictures using various media such as pencil, watercolour and pastel, art poems, handmade cards and jewellery. Vicky Arnell-Smith, United Response's service manager, said: "Art is a fantastic emotional outlet. It can take people's minds off things and distract their thoughts away from anxiety.

"During creative activities, we have noticed an improvement in people's wellbeing and ability to manage all aspects of their mental health. THis exhibition is providing a useful focus and boost for our group. THey have produced interesting work which deserves to be showcased.

"THe exhibition also aims to raise awareness of United Response services in the community, so that people who may need support are aware what services are available to them."

Residents of all ages are invited to go along to the park from 10.30am-3pm next Friday to also enjoy the range of stalls and activities at the occasion. THe Big Picnic will take place around the park's bandstand. Its stalls will include cake decorating, an organic allotment-grown vegetable stall, a book stall and a tombola.

All funds raised from activities and the sale of the veg and cakes will go to United Response - a charity which supports with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health services in the town.

THe money will benefit the charity's mental health services, including buying seeds for its allotment.

Food will be provided at the picnic but visitors should take along extras to add individual touches to their meals.

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Memories are made of this for students f The winning sign language students

Students learn a handy language MORE than 1,000 students at a Bognor Regis school used their hands to speak at special assemblies.

THe pupils performed a song in British sign language for an end-ofyear challenge for final assemblies.

THey spent six weeks learning the language in response to a test set by Lisa Smith, the head of Acropolis, for each of the school's houses to be able to use it to spell their name and sing a song.

She filmed each house assembly, when the judges assessed the performances, and said she was stunned to watch her Acropolis students in action.

"I had goose bumps and tears streaming as I was so proud that my

TRENCHES, technology and THorpe Park provided plenty of memories for Bognor Regis students on a special day.

THe 400-plus students at THe Regis School took part in its latest memorable moment day with plenty of off-site activities.

THey included an overseas visit to the trenches in Ypres, a Duke of Edinburgh Scheme practice camp on the South Downs, THorpe Park's science and technology day and visits to the London Eye and the donkey sanctuary on the Isle of Wight.

A particular highlight for students

house had come together as one," she said. Caroline Saunders, the school's assistant principal, announced the winning house as Amazon.

THe students, plus 100 staff, were given six weeks to learn sign language.

THis continued their past year's work in learning in their mentoring time about having a growth mind set, with weekly activities to work on.

As a UN rights respecting school, the challenge allowed the students to explore Article 23 of the convention on the rights of the child. It states children with a disability have the right to live a full and independent life.

THe signing challenge also allowed them to realise how it was possible to enjoy music with hearing problems.

who stayed in school was a science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) event for Year 9 students.

Assistant principal Caroline Saunders said: "THis was our second STEM festival this year and it just gets bigger and better every time.

"All the local businesses and organisations that give up their time ensure their stalls are immersive and interactive. As a result, the students get to experience extraordinary things that will hopefully inspire them to consider STEM subjects and careers in the future."

THe day arose as a result of requests

from students. THe students' council at the school requested more extracurricular activities - not just to reward hard work in class but to give students the opportunity to build skills such as resilience and independence.

One student was able to go to her dream college of Brinsbury and groomed a house, played golf and used a ÂŁ1,000 lawn mower.

Other activities at the school's site in Westloats Lane included a graffiti workshop, lessons from a Kung Fu master, a bake-off, multi-sports and volcano building.

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To promote your event email Fiona Callingham at: entertainment@sussexpost.co.uk or phone: 01243 908506 The talented cast of Guys and Dolls

Guys and Dolls August 11 - 12 Mayflower Theatre, Southhampton 02380 711811 www.mayflower.org.uk ROLL THE dice and spend an evening with the guys and dolls at the Mayflower THeatre.

As part of the Mayflower Summer Youth Dance Project, rising stars are bringing this classic musical to the stage.

Upon its release in 1950, Guys and Dolls transported audiences to the rich world and bright lights of a mythical New York where characters from all walks of life come together and fall in love.

THis beloved musical never fails to delight with wide range of memorable characters such as the con-artist Nathan, the wacky Miss Adelaide and ever-dreaming Sarah.

Not forgetting the wide array of mobsters

The Emperor’s New Clothes August 18 Uppark House and Garden uppark@nationaltrust.org.uk 01730 825415 www.nationaltrust.org.uk THE BEAUTIFUL gardens of Uppark House are the setting for a fun piece of outdoor theatre, suitable for all the family.

Based on the timeless Hans Christian Andersen story, theatre company Illyria first performed this show 17 years ago when it was critics' choice at the Edinburgh Fringe festival and attracted multiple fivestar reviews on a sellout UK tour.

Since then, the show has only become more popular, and it’s not hard to see why.

THe Emperor is a lovely man, but he’s not the best judge of character, and is often surrounded by idiots.

What keeps him sane is the monthly Grand Parade at which he wears his newest outfit.

When two swindlers spin a yarn and

from Nicely-Nicely Johnson to Lieutenant Brannigan. Audiences followed Nathan as he struggled to negotiate a life within the law as he had to choose between the love of his life or a life of crime.

For those taking part, the show is an exciting opportunity. Cast member Felix Price who will play Sky Masterson said: “I am very excited to be part of the Summer Youth Project, I love Guys and Dolls and Sky is a dream role for me. THis is my first year as part of the project and I feel very honoured and excited to work with the fantastic production and artistic team at Mayflower THeatre. I can’t wait!”

Featuring such classic Broadway tunes as Luck Be a Lady, Sit Down You’re Rocking The Boat and the eponymous Guys and Dolls, this show promises as exciting for the audience as it is for the cast.

Tickets cost £16

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everyone is taken in, what price will he have to pay?

Will the new clothes they make really enable him to weed out the idiots in his palace? Or will he end up losing his crown jewels?

All will be revealed in Illyria’s cheekiest ever show - please note there will be no nudity in this show!

Now in their 26th season, Illyria return with one of the most famous cautionary tales ever told.

As in so many of Hans Christian Andersen’s stories, beneath the fancy clothes of the tale lies something more meaningful; human weaknesses are satirised mercilessly; and a capacity for loving is the highest value.

THere are larger-than-life characters, lots and lots to join in with – and an ending that will leave you helpless with laughter!

Audiences are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy.

Tickets range from £8-£16.

Legally Blonde the Musical Windmill Theatre, Littlehampton August 9-12 01903 730775 www.freedom-leisure.co.uk

"Support a local theatre company as they perform this feel-good, toe-tapping hit musical."

"Enjoy a heartwarming live show in the gorgeous outdoor setting of Uppark House and Garden."

Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale

"Youth theatre performers take to the stage in this classic 1950 Broadway musical."

OH MY God you guys! THe fabulous Elle Woods returns to the stage in the beloved Broadway hit Legally Blonde the Musical this August.

THe Littlehampton Musical Comedy Society are excited to bring the energetic, feel-good show to their local theatre and hope audiences enjoy the experience as much as they do.

Based on the popular Reese Witherspoon film of the same name, Legally Blonde the Musical has been captivating theatre-goers for ten years with its upbeat story and memorable characters.

Follow the ditzy but lovable Elle as she

pursues a career in law, having been dumped by her condescending boyfriend Warner.

At first, she hopes to win him back with her new, more serious, attitude. However, she quickly realises she has talent in the courtroom.

Watch as Elle enrols at the prestigious Harvard Law School where she soon becomes top of her class.

With unforgettable song and dance numbers including Omigod You Guys, Take It Like a Man, Bend and Snap and Legally Blonde, this high-energy musical is sure to have everyone leaving the theatre with smiles on their faces.

Tickets are £14 each or £12 for concessions.

THere is also an opening day offer of two people for £25 for the Wednesday performance.

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Bouncing Cats and Boom Boom Pups Worthing Pavilion Theatre August 19 theatres@adur-worthing.gov.uk 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk BOUNCING Cats and Boom Boom Pups is a fun interactive show for all young pups.

Become part of the action in this immersive, high-energy and fun packed adventure for all ages.

Set within a purpose-built graffiti installation, this workshop brings to life an original children’s story interwoven with freestyle hip-hop and beatboxing.

Come on a journey with rap artist Max Golden and graffiti artist Mr Dane into the world of AnimalLand where beatbox, rap and graffiti come together. So get involved and try your hand at beat boxing with the stars of the show.

THe show was created by contemporary

dance and education group Artstrust Productions. THe company works locally, nationally and internationally to identify, develop and present breakthrough independent dancers and choreographers and provide a hub where independent artists can connect to a dance network.

THey are excited to be bringing their innovative ideas to Worthing for this unique experience. Tickets cost £12 or £10 each for a group of four or more.

"Get involved in this fun interactive workshop."

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Githa Sowerby's The Stepmother August 11-September 9 Minerva Theatre, Chichester box.office@cft.org.uk 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk HAVING only received its British professional première four years ago, Githa Sowerby's The Stepmother is a relatively uncharted play among most audiences.

THe year is 1924, and the setting a comfortable house in Surrey.

When the orphaned Lois Relph accepts a marriage proposal from an older man, Eustace Gaydon, she believes she’s been rescued from an uncertain future.

Establishing a successful business as a dress designer, Lois leaves her fortune in her husband’s hands.

But when one of her devoted step-daughters needs her help, Lois is forced to address what drew Eustace to her in the first place - and, at last, to face the dark truth at the heart of her marriage.

THis gripping drama is a searing look at manipulation, money and matrimony. What price a woman’s autonomy within a man’s world?

Richard Eyre returns to Chichester to direct this rediscovered gem; formerly director of the National THeatre, his work at Chichester includes The Pajama Game and The Last Cigarette.

For an evening of powerful theatre, look no further than this new production.

Tickets start at £5 for 16-25 yearolds, £13.50 for students and £27 for adults.

"In-keeping with their programme of excellent theatrical productions the Minerva Theatre are bringing this play to Chichester for the first time."

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August 19 Weald and Downland Living Museum office@wealddown.co.uk 01243 811363 www.wealddown.co.uk

"Set in the beautiful grounds of the Weald and Downland, this concert is set to bring music of the past to life."

AS PART of the Weald and Downland Living Museum’s Vintage and Steam event, a lineup of nostalgia-infused musicians will be performing in the picturesque grounds on Saturday, August 19.

Expect to hear music from performers such as stylish female vocal duo 2 Nightingales.

THese talented songstresses couple a contemporary look and sound with a fabulous repertoire that is sure to impress at the concert.

Also performing will be jazz musicians Vintage Fairground. A toe-tapping, swinging and singing outfit, they specialise in playing old time music from the 1920s, 30s and 40s.

And why not travel back to the hot jazz, blues, ragtime and popular dances of the 1920/30s and earlier with FB Pocket Orchestra?

THe Chris Cool Big Band will provide plenty of cool for the evening. THis suavely arranged combination brings all the sounds of a large scale big band, playing a wide variety of classics such as Lady Is A Tramp, Let There Be Love and In The Mood to name just a few.

Doors open 6.30pm and the concert will begin at 7pm and end at 10.30pm. Due to the nature of this event, dogs are not permitted.

Please bring your own low-backed seating or rugs.

Tickets cost £20.

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Maudie) Release date: 4 August Director: Aisling Walsh Starring: Sally Hawkins, Ethan Hawke, Kari Matchett Genre: Biography, Drama

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Valerian And The City Of A Thousand Planets l Release date: 2 August Director: Luc Besson Starring: Dane Dehaan, Cara Delevingne, Ethan Hawke IN the year 2740, special operatives Valerian and Laureline embark on a peace-making mission to the breathtaking intergalactic city of Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis comprised of thousands of different species from all four corners of the galaxy. THis great, historic city, is under attack by an unknown enemy. Valerian and Laureline must race against time to find the source of this evil and stop it before it destroys the cornerstone of our Universe.

f Maudie f The Emoji Movie The Emoji Moviey Release date: 2 August Director: Tony Leondis Starring: T.J. Miller, James Corden, Anna Faris Genre: Animation, Comedy THE Emoji Movie unlocks the never-beforeseen secret world inside your smartphone.

Hidden within the messaging app is Textopolis, a bustling city where all your favourite emojis live, hoping to be selected by the phone’s user.

`"Together, In this world, each emoji has only one facial expression – except for Gene (T.J. Miller), an exuberant emoji who was born without a filter and is bursting with multiple expressions.

Determined to become “normal”, Gene enlists the help of his handy best friend Hi-5 (James Corden) and the notorious code breaker emoji Jailbreak (Anna Faris).

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Clemens Closet Children’s Boutique

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Clemens Closet Children’s Boutique FOR quality and unique children’s wear look no further than Clemens Closet in Rose Green.

Nestled in the quaint shopping precinct of Rose Green Road, Clemens Closet offers a wide range of fashionable clothes for babies and children aged up to 14 years.

From everyday, practical clothes to smart and glamorous party wear, Clemens Closet has something for everyone, for every occasion.

As a small shop, they aim to provide customers with the best and most personal service possible.

For owner Sarah Clemens the personal touch is so important.

She said: “I’ve got three kids and don’t drive. So for me it was always really hard to find somewhere local that sold clothes.

“I hope that we can become an important part of the local community by being the only clothes shop in walking distance.

“We also aim to keep the prices as low as possible while still selling quality products.

When the boutique opened in July it was an exciting time for Sarah. “THis has been something I’ve always wanted to do. It’s amazing to have my own shop,” she said.

Although the shop is her own project, she has plenty of family members willing to help out, too, with her sister updating the online store and many of the young girls and boys in her family enjoying modelling the clothes.

At Clemens Closet you can find the ideal outfit for whatever occasion without having to journey to a large, chain store.

So why not pay the boutique a visit? You are sure to receive a friendly welcome with a smile.

Or you can always have a look at their online store to see if they have what you want: www.clemenscloset.co.uk

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CHICHESTER Harbour is a fantastic place to explore with the kids. You can picnic in the sand dunes at East Head or discover the magical wooded shoreline at Salterns Copse.

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THere are miles of peaceful footpaths to walk with beautiful views and birds and wildlife to spot. THere are organised events, too, take part in a crabbing competition or sail aboard Solar Heritage, you might even see the seals that haul out at low tide.

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Indoor Activities for kids and parents For Active kids 1. Construct an indoor obstacle course.

2. Find a kids yoga tutorial on Youtube and follow along!

3. Help your child rearrange their bedroom.

4. Break out Twister and hold an epic tournament in your living room.

5. Play lily-pad leap with small rugs and towels strategically placed throughout the playroom or living room.

6. Play Hot Potato -- use anything from a bean bag to a bar of soap.

7. Put on some music and have yourself a dance party.

8. Start a game of "Simon Says" -- it's a classic that never gets old: 9. "I'm bored!"

• No matter whether you're a parent, babysitter, nanny, or even a mother's helper, chances are good that you're all too familiar with this phrase. THe question is: How do you handle it?

• When kids are bored, the best

thing for parents and child care providers to do is help them identify ways in which they can entertain themselves. Aim for activities that engage the senses and are at the right level of difficulty (e.g., not too easy, not too challenging). Create a "boredom box" with colouring books, action figures, and a puzzle to encourage independent play when a child says she's bored. Update this every few months with a new kit activity book.

• If you're looking for a new activity to do together, here are 101 great ideas for when your little one whines, "I'm bored!" We've divided them into two categories: "Indoor Activities" and "Outdoor Activities." We even included a city-by-city guide of actual activities you can do around town -- for free (or almost free)!

For Creative kids 1. Act out your child's favourite book.

2. Add a fun twist to a healthy dessert -turn your fruit salad into a fruit pizza instead! (Watch our fruit pizza video to learn how.)

3. Braid lanyard key chains to make fun gifts for friends and family.

4. Bring out the pots and pans and practice drumming skills.

5. Build an indoor tent or fort with couches and some bed sheets.

6. Build new structures and objects out of LEGOs (without using the instructions).

7. Compose a poem (e.g., haiku, sonnet, etc.).

8. Create beautiful works of sand art with homemade coloured sand. (See the video above.)

9. Design -- and fill in - your own mad libs.

Creative Kids 1. Blow homemade bubbles. (Just mix 1 cup granulated soap or soap powder, 1 quart warm water, and liquid food

colouring & voilà!)

2. Construct a sun dial.

3. Create cool-looking bubble paint prints.

4. Draw cool murals on your sidewalk with your own homemade ice chalk.

(Check out our "How to Make Ice Chalk" video to learn how.)

5. Dress up in last year's Halloween costumes and have a costume parade through your neighbourhood.

6. Pick flowers (from your own garden, of course) and create a flower arrangement for the dining room

table.

7. Take a walk around the neighbourhood and let the kids take pictures (with a disposable camera) of the things that they see.

8. Upgrade your white T-shirts with some tie-dye! (See the video above.)

Adult £7 | Child £3 | Family (2+2) £17 Entry to museum with all its attractions included in admission fee.

For further information call 01243 790 090 or visit www.tangmere-museum.org.uk Sign posted from the A27 three miles east of Chichester. Postcode PO20 2ES

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THis exhibition on the Polish and Czech pilots in Sussex during the Second World War is to run from July 22 until the September 3 from 11am4pm each day (except on August 6 for the museum’s Family Day).

It will include explanation boards, a film on Polish and Czech airmen in Britain during the war and a new painting on Czech pilot Karel Kuttelwascher shooting down a German bomber on a night intruder mission.

THe museum hopes the exhibition will enlighten many as to the involvement of these nations in the Battle of Britain.

In March 1939 Czechoslovak Air Force pilots were ordered to lay down their arms when the Germans invaded their country. Many wished to continue the fight and escaped to Poland.

When this country was overrun seven months later, the Czech pilots made their way with Polish Air Force pilots to France where they served under the French flag during the Battle of France.

Following the capitulation of France in June 1940 many escaped to England.

THe Poles called Britain ‘the Island of Last Hope’.

On reaching England, the Polish and Czech fighter pilots, after language training (many could speak French but had no English) and conversion training to British aircraft were posted to RAF units and to newly formed Polish and Czech squadrons.

During the Battle of Britain the most

successful RAF squadron was the newly formed No 303 Polish Squadron which in six weeks claimed 126 enemy aircraft destroyed.

THe fighter pilot with most victories during the battle was Josef Frantisek, a Czech flying in a Polish Squadron.

Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh C T Dowding, Air Officer Commanding RAF Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain, later wrote of the Polish and Czech pilots: “I must confess that I had been a little doubtful of the effect which their experience in their own countries and in France might have had upon the Polish and Czech pilots, but my doubts were soon laid to rest because all three squadrons swung into the fight with a dash and enthusiasm which is beyond praise.

“THey were inspired by a burning hatred for the Germans which made them very deadly opponents”.

Later in the war, the highest scoring night intruder pilot was Karel Kuttlewascher, a Czech flying in the RAF’s No 1 Squadron, who shot down 15 enemy aircraft whilst flying in a Hurricane fighter from RAF Tangmere over enemy occupied territory at night in 1942.

On July 22 the exhibition will be opened by Alexandra Kent, the daughter of Group Captain ‘Johnnie’ Kent, a flight commander with 303 Squadron during the Battle of Britain who later in THe war commanded a Polish Wing.

After the war he became the Station Commander of RAF Tangmere.

Entry to the exhibition is included in the museum’s entrance fee. For more information on this exhibition see their website tangmere-museum.org. uk or call 01243 790090.

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Let's go to Tesco for a bevy of fabulous wines Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys

AS WE exchange Emperors in terms of the calendar and day turns more readily to night, I did indeed venture chez Tesco to ascertain any potential early-month bargains.

A perfect opportunity to sample Tesco wines arose with an impromptu invitation to a driving instructor's bash last Sunday at fellow hedonists Paul and Lynne's abode with the added bonus of host and chief cook Paul showcasing some of my previous week's recommendations from Aldi.

In Tesco I was tempted by the 20 per cent off offers and first stumbled across a Tesco finest Picpoul De Pinet.

It was reduced to just £5.60 with Picpoul being the grape and Picpoul De Pinet being the small appellation in the Languedoc region of Southern France located between Pézenas and Sète and is the South's answer to Northern French Muscadet.

Incidentally, the literal translation of Picpoul is 'lip-stinger' on account of its refreshing nature and this particular one is truly refreshing for all the right reasons.

Pear and apple fruit flavours abound with a slight spritz and lemony zing and this wine is a strong contender for any summer parties and, given its increasing appearance on restaurant wine lists, is a no-brainer at this price and complements seafood admirably.

For £6.75 the Plaza Centro NV Prosecco, however, remains one of my favourite medium-priced Proseccos, being dry, yet fruity, with good bubbles and is perfect for any occasion - one to

stock up upon when on offer.

Now , if you can bear to part with £12, the Tesco finest 2016 Fournier Père et Fils Pouilly Fumé is best served not too chilled.

It is full of gooseberry and lemon aromas and has crisp acidity typical of this Loire wine which , in all fairness, rarely disappoints - one to buy when on offer.

I next meandered towards the red section and noticed an offer where you

could buy three reds for just £15 and my pick of the three was unsurprisingly the Castillo San Lorenzo 2011 Rioja Reserva which, for an offer price of just £5 is amazing value for a Reserva and this one exceeded my expectations.

Hints of vanilla complement a good blend of berries, with rich, ripe black fruit flavours (plums and blackberries) to the fore, and, though very drinkable on its own, would undoubtedly be a great accompaniment to cheese. It will also continue to improve in the bottle for another three years or so.

THe next best red for an offer price of £5 was a Píccini Memõro Italia which

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1. To prepare these delicious fried cheese balls, add all the ingredients into a medium bowl, season well with freshly ground pepper and blend to combine.

2. Cover the bowl with some plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 45 minutes.

THis will help the mixture for the cheese balls to firm up a bit and make it easier to roll into balls.

3. Form the mixture into little cheese balls (this mixture is enough for 14-15 cheese balls) and dredge in some flour, shaking off any excess.

4. Fry the cheese balls in a non-sticking pan with plenty of oil, until nicely coloured. Place the fried cheese balls on some kitchen paper to absorb the extra oil. (Tips: Heat the oil until very hot and fry them in batches. If the surface of the pan is overcrowded then the temperature of the oil will decrease and your cheese balls will not be crispy any more!)

5. Serve the cheese balls while still hot with a squeeze of a lemon.

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will appeal to those who like dry wine and oozes dark cherry and fig flavours, is robust and full-bodied with a good finish and well worth a punt at this price.

THe third wine was the 2015 Les Dauphins Côtes Du Rhône Réserve which proved to be deep red in colour, with a black pepper fragrance and smooth with rounded tannins - again a good buy at this price and well-suited to accompany beef or lamb dishes.

So wend your way to Tesco this weekend to avail yourself of these rather enticing offers before they cease!

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Method 1. Place the chicken in a slow cooker and slightly cover with the hot sauce.

Turn slow cooker on low and let cook 2-3 hours or until chicken can be shredded with a fork.

2. Place the frozen puff pastry in the fridge and let defrost overnight. If preparing the same day, read the instructions on the box for same-day defrosting.

3. Sautee the minced onion and garlic until translucent. Fold into the shredded chicken.

4. Roll out the puff pastry onto a sheet of lightly floured parchment paper and cut in half lengthwise.

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5. Sprinkle a layer of jack cheese down the middle of the dough.

6. Sprinkle a layer of the chicken mixture on top of the cheese.

7. Roll the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal the seams.

8. Cut into 2" nuggets and with the tip of a sharp knife, pop a little slit on top of each one.

9. Bake in a 425-degree pre-heated oven for 1520 minutes, or until the pastry is golden.

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Community News & Views TWO WALKERS from Walberton have completed a recordbreaking trek across a wilderness.

Mark Wagner and David Taylor, pictured below, were the first disabled people to complete the challenging journey in Iceland.

With support workers Paul Kemp, Lyn Tulett and Simone Kirk, they took on snow fields and lava plains during their three days, covering 150 miles.

Mark and David - who both have learning disabilities described the event in aid of Hft Sussex's community in Freemans Close as 'life changing'.

A spokesman for Skyline Events, which organised the trip, said: "Mark and David were a true inspiration and did so incredibly well...even in the toughest of conditions they both had smiles on their faces."

THeir time in the Arctic wilderness raised £17,000 for a new community allotment project at the Hft Sussex site.

THey scaled a 3,600ft mountain, coped with extreme weather such as gale force winds and white-out blizzards, abseiled down cliff faces and wading through glacial rivers.

Paul said: "THis was an absolutely incredible experience that tested us all to our limits. I am so proud of Mark and David for achieving their goals and I'm really pleased to have been able to share this adventure with them."

THe allotment will be an inclusive project which will help people with learning disabilities develop skills and confidence through gardening, and foster an interest in food and healthy eating.

THe Iceland trek is just one of many exciting events which Team Hft is running this year. Anyone who is interested in taking on a new personal challenge and helping the charity to support people with learning disabilities should contact 07769 282309 or community@hft.org.uk

A SUCCESSFUL survey into the state of the voluntary sector in the Arun and Chichester districts is being repeated.

Voluntary Action Arun and Chichester was delighted by the response to its initial survey last year.

It hopes the latest version will prompt an equal reaction as it seeks to gauge the health of organisations which help others and find out in what areas more support is needed.

THose who take part can also win £100 from VAAC for their organisation.

A spokeswoman said: "THe survey was conducted for the first time last year and, with over 100 responses, VAAC was able to identify the issues that voluntary groups were struggling with, such as funding and volunteers.

"THe findings were valuable in helping VAAC talk about the voluntary and community sector to their partners and statutory organisations, including funding bodies, to help them get a better understanding.

"THis information helped paint a picture of the achievements and challenges of the sector which, in turn, increased understanding.

"VAAC want to build on the success of last year's survey and is asking local community groups and organisations to help them do so.

"THe short survey will only take a few minutes to fill in, and the results will help VAAC to continue to provide the support voluntary groups need and to ensure that the voluntary sector is better represented and understood."

THe survey can be completed at: surveymonkey.co.uk/ r/8PL526N More information can be found at vaac.org.uk and the closing date is August 14.

Hard copies of the survey can be obtained from 01243 840305.

THis number can also be used to complete the survey over the phone.

YOUNG gardeners in Bognor Regis have put on a blooming good show this summer.

THe budding greenfingered enthusiasts from five schools and nurseries around the town took part in this year's Bognor Regis in Bloom schools' competition.

Rebecca Vervecken, of the town council which oversees the town's In Bloom activities, said: "We had some fantastic entries.

"After much deliberation, the judges decided Edward Bryant School's Class 1T, pictured below, were the winners.

"THey were presented with their £25 Wilko voucher and certificates. Hopefully, the teachers will like to use it to pay for more seeds or

Sir Reading the article, published in the Bognor Regis Post on July 28, regarding the proposed toilets on THe Esplanade, it would appear that ADC’s planning consultant, Robert Cropper, has finally declared the real reason for placing the building in this location and the doors on the north side directly opposite our neighbour's residential properties.

THis, apparently, is so that the doors are in the 'public domain', providing less opportunity for anti-social behaviour.

Since the promenade is elevated at that point, noone driving along the road

to further encourage their pupils' enthusiasm and pride in their summer bean plants - all of which were fantastic.

"THe town mayor, Cllr Phil Woodall, and members of Bognor Regis in Bloom carried out the presentation.

"As the competition had been so close, ABC Day Nursery, pictured above, were declared the runnersup."

THey received a £10 Wilko voucher and a certificate.

THe competition required the entrants to grow their runner bean plants.

THey were asked to take photos at each stage of growth, from blotting paper in jam jars to the fruits of their labour to document how they got on.

will be able to see what is going on.

THerefore, it must be the residents opposite whom they will rely upon.

So there we have it, the council openly admits that it is quite purposefully placing toilet doors directly in front of its tax payers' properties so that the residents therein can police the activity, anti-social or otherwise.

I thought that is what we had a police force for. I wonder how Arun District Council leader Mrs Brown might feel if such a block were sited directly opposite her lounge window.

Linda Parkes Esplanade Grande Bognor Regis

HUNDREDS of young children are getting stuck into a good book this summer after the success of a scheme by the MP for Bognor Regis.

Every Year 4 child in the 15 primary schools in Nick Gibb's constituency was given a book in which a token was placed.

THe token invites each child to visit their local library and take part in this year's summer reading challenge, called Animal Agents.

Among those to benefit from the books were pupils in St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Edward Bryant School in Bognor Regis town centre.

Mr Gibb was inspired to start his Read to Succeed event - in which the books were donated by businesses, community groups and individuals - by the response to a similar initiative by one of his fellow MPs. Mr Gibb said: "Learning to read independently is one of the most important things a child can do to equip them to succeed at secondary school and for later life.

"I have launched Read to Succeed across Bognor Regis and Littlehampton to help further improve the reading fluency of local children over the summer holidays.

"Schools do a wonderful job teaching children to read but it is important that children keep reading over the long summer break."

THose who supported Read to Succeed ranged from RollsRoyce Motor Cars to Barfoot's of Botley to Bognor Regis Lions Club. THe donated books included The Magic Faraway Tree

by Enid Blyton, David Williams' Gangsta Granny and Opal Plumpstead by Jacqueline Wilson.

Children who complete the library's scheme can receive prizes as well as being in with a chance to win special days out.

RESIDENTS of Arun area mobile homes have been warned to be on their guard against companies selling boilers.

Arun District Council has received reports that a business selling energy-efficient boilers and insulation cladding to mobile home owners has falsely claimed to have its backing.

But the council has not specifically endorsed any product or company, though it is supportive of improving insulation and boiler efficiency in mobile homes.

Karl Roberts, the director of place at the district council, said: "We would like to make it clear that we have not given our backing to this company. It's highly misleading for them to try to gain people's trust and get them to hand over money by pretending to have our approval.

"We would urge all mobile home owners in the district thinking of spending on these products to double-check any claims made by the company and to be aware of the site rules before making a purchase."

All residents who live in mobile homes on park sites must check the site licence, as well as their own pitch agreement and the site rules, before they have cladding fitted.

Often the pitch agreement and/or site rules will require some form of approval by the site operator.

It is important any cladding which is fitted does not compromise existing ventilation which could result in damp or mould or hamper any gas appliances.

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By Sylvia Endacott

Town church took nearly 60 years to complete

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Our Lady of Sorrows was built in two phases in the 19th and 20th centuries I HAVE written about numerous churches in the town over the years. However, one church has occupied an impressive site since it was built. Today, I am going to look at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Clarence Road - home for the town’s Roman Catholics.

THe church is dedicated to Our Lady of Seven Dolours. Before the arrival of the Servites into the town, Catholics had to travel either to Chichester or Arundel for Mass.

THe Servite Fathers were invited to England from Italy in 1864 by Cardinal Wiseman to establish a foundation in Fulham, London.

Within 16 years, they were invited to establish their second foundation here in Bognor. In all my readings, notes and information I have been unable to ascertain the specific reason for their choosing Bognor, compared with other suitable places within the diocese.

It is reported that an Italian priest was apparently walking up and down a London Street begging for money to build this new church and he called on a Miss Susan Walker who donated £5,000, with a promise of more money in the future.

Unfortunately, she died before the church was completed and thus further donations were not forthcoming from her.

Initially, Father Simony and Father Melani arrived in November, 1880, staying at

Canonbury, a boarding house on the seafront.

Other Fathers stayed at No 10 London Road during their stay in the town, Sports Direct now occupies this site. THeir first task was to open a school for Catholic children in Sudley Road.

Further visits to the town found a room, to serve as a public chapel, which was in Argyle Circus, while the church was being constructed. THis temporary meeting place was opened on June 26, 1881.

Within 12 months, work began on the new church, which was to be constructed in a field known as Clarence Meadows, thus having the frontage to Clarence Road. On October 26, the foundation stone was laid, and under the foundation stone a bottle was placed, which held an inscribed parchment and a current coin of the realm.

THe service was conducted by the Very Rev Canon Butt of Arundel, who arrived at Bognor station at 1pm. Travelling with him were numerous Fathers and other people devoted to the Servite Order. THey formed a long procession to the new site.

On their arrival, they found a large cross had been erected, alongside a Union flag and Papal flag flying high above the site. A builder’s shed had ‘been suitably garnished to be used as a robe room for the clergy’.

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as containing many ‘non-Catholics'. THe population of the town at this time was shown on the census as being 3,290.

A formal opening day was held on August 16, 1882, although the church was incomplete.

Cardinal Lepicir arrived for the opening but he recalled that, when he arrived in Bognor, he commented he had come ‘out of the fog and noise of the metropolis into the beautiful green meadows and wooded hillocks of Surrey and Sussex'. He apparently continued to say that his stay in Bognor was ‘a beautiful seaside place – where it was more profitable than if he had spent that time in any of the large universities of Europe'.

THe architect of this new church was Joseph A Hanson, who in partnership with his father, had built St Phillip's in Arundel and who was also accredited with designing a vehicle that became known as the Hansom cab. Joseph’s plan was for a large building in ‘the prevailing 19th century Gothic style’. However, due to lack of funds he was not able to complete his design.

In 1888 there was another celebration in the town, on September 14, when Servite life was established by Louise Raucheaueger, the Superior of a Congregation of teaching Sisters in London, who arrived in Bognor.

THis preceded the building of a Nunnery in Hawthorn Road. Many local people can remember this construction, as it was not closed and demolished until the 1970s. Today on this site we have Servite Close, the small cemetery for the nuns who died there and the Servite housing complex, which was opened in 1977.

In 1889, a school was opened for Catholic children in London Road, and this was run by the Dominican Sisters until about 1918, when

they left to concentrate on their work in the boys' boarding school, which had opened in the town.

Work continued on Our Lady of Sorrows and the baptistery was completed in 1917, and the organ gallery five years later. THe organ had been a gift from Mr Harman Grisewood, a parishioner.

By 1932, the church was celebrating its 50th anniversary and recording a congregation of 900. However, the church was still not finished, and on August 15, 1955, work restarted with the building of a large lady chapel and extension to the nave. A sanctuary with a fine vaulted roof and long mullioned windows were added, also a monastic retro-choir, and a large lady chapel.

THe architect for this work was Wilfred C Mangan, well known for working on church projects. By 1957 the work was completed and the congregation was able to hold an official opening on November 1.

THings were looking up and numbers were still increasing such that Father Joseph Tucker opened a Mass Centre in Rose Green – first hiring a hall each Sunday. Eventually, they bought a site, which was already occupied by a bungalow, but this was converted and a campanile added to make this interesting church. It was dedicated to St Anthony Pucci of Viareggio – the first church to be so dedicated. It was official opened on May 8, 1963. Later, a further centre, was opened in Felpham, dedicated to St Peregrine, but this has subsequently been closed.

During the 1980s further adaptations were being made to Our Lady of Sorrows. By 1982, the Servite Priory was demolished to make way for a £1m development to provide homes for more than 50 elderly people.

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Hybrids And Compact Cars Drive Record Half – Year Sales For Kia In Europe KIA Motors has recorded its best-ever sixmonth sales period, with European halfyear sales surpassing 250,000 for the first time in the company’s history, with UK sales representing 20 per cent of sales at 50,000 units.

THe latest data released today by ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association) shows that Kia sold 251,472 units across Europe during the first six months of the year, a 9.5 per cent rise, year-on-year.

In addition, Kia’s cumulative market share climbed to 3.0 per cent, up from 2.8 per cent (229,585 units) during the first half of 2016.

Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer of Kia Motors Europe, commented: “Our growth has been boosted by new models launched in the last few months, and our growing range of vehicles with electrified powertrains.

Alternatively-fuelled vehicles have accounted for 7.5 of our European sales so far this year, up from just one per cent in the first six months of 2016. THis trend will continue as we expand our electric and hybrid model line-up, and as consumer demand continues to shift towards advanced powertrains."

Cole added: “Four Kia models in particular stand out with high sales growth so far

this year. THe new Rio and Picanto were introduced earlier in 2017, and are both outselling their predecessors. THe Niro hybrid crossover proves appeal of a car that uniquely combines an advanced hybrid powertrain with a smart compact crossover design. Sales of the renewed Optima range, with new GT, Sportswagon and Plug-in Hybrid variants, have also been positive, more than doubling sales of the previous model.”

In the UK Sportage continues to dominate sales with 21,573 units sold. THe all-new Picanto comes in second with 7,292 units sold, followed by the Rio and Cee’d in third and fourth place.

Vehicles with all-electric or electrified powertrains represent the greatest area of growth for Kia sales in Europe. Since the start of 2017, the new Kia Niro hybrid crossover has accounted for 16,002 unit sales, making it Kia’s fifth best-selling European vehicle (after the Picanto, Rio, Sportage and cee’d model family).

In total, electrified and all-electric Kia vehicles accounted for 18,804 unit sales in the first half of 2017, up from 2,398 units from January-to-June in 2016 (more than a sevenfold increase in sales). THe Niro was joined by

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Hybrid and electric sales are due to grow further throughout the year, as the new Niro Plug-in Hybrid and Optima Sportswagon Plug-in Hybrid – with greater all-electric, zero-emissions range from their larger batteries – are due on sale over the summer.

THese latest models ensure Kia remains on target to achieve its global aim for 2020 – to improve fuel efficiency by 25 per cent compared with 2014 levels.

Two new compact models – the all-new Rio and Picanto – were also launched at the start of the year, with each resulting in greater sales

than their predecessors. Combining run-out sales of the old models and those of the new model, Rio sales have grown 15.1 per cent year-on-year (41,139 units), while sales of the A-segment Picanto grew 23.2 per cent yearon-year (to 34,880 units).

Optima sales have also seen an increase, with the creation of the new Sportswagon body style and new powertrain options, including a high-powered GT model, and Plug-in Hybrid variants. Optima sales so far this year stand at 8,371 units, a rise of 153.8 per cent compared to the same period in 2016 when the previous generation was on sale.

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Softball starlet Howley targets more PostSport GB call-ups after European success CHICHESTER'S Oliver Howley is looking forward to flying the softball flag for Sussex at further events after representing Great Britain under 19s at the European Junior Men's Championships in Prague.

THe 17-year-old was selected for the fastpitch squad after trials in Nottingham last year. During several appearances in the Czech capital, Howley impressed with the bat and the ball, sealing a double play in the one of the matches.

He hopes he has done enough to have been selected for the world championships in Canada next year.

Falcons coach David Morris said: “We are so proud of Oliver and delighted he has made the under-19s team at such a young age. He works so hard at practice and he is a fantastic role model for the other players."

Back home, the Falcons recovered quickly from a midweek defeat to Itchen Knicks to sweep aside Hursley Hurricanes.

THree junior girls from the Falcons’ fastpitch youth team joined the squad to travel to Southampton for a second division clash.

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then proceeded to shut out Hursley with three can-of-corn outfield catches.

It was a sign of things to come as the Falcons stayed ahead for the duration of the game.

THe third innings brought a monstrous 12 runs to effectively put the game to bed at a very early stage.

Juniors Bronte Harvey, Freya Peake and Jenny Horton all reached base as Mortimore again stuck the knife in with a home run to take the score to 15-6.

In the field, the Falcons held well as Mortimore and Morris were kept busy catching deep flyballs in centre field but Ben Sawkins picked out the play of the game with a spectacular dive to his left to snatch a fierce line drive in the fifth.

Jason Mercer pitched steadily through the final innings as Lucy Morris and Cary Chen continued to pound the Hurricanes defence.

THe Falcons left the best until last as Peake reached up to grab a would-be homer from the Hurricanes for the penultimate out, taking Chichester to a 30-15 victory.

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Spotlights Bo Diddly was deemed best miniature last weekend at Hickstead’s Longines Royal International Horse Show.

THe horse belongs to Bracklesham Baybased Alison Parsons, who qualified to contest the overall honours after her horse won the BMHS colts and stallions miniature class.

THe 86cm spotty then went on to be judged the best of all the miniatures to claim the BMHS Supreme Miniature Horse Championship.

Parsons said: “He’s won this class three times but this is his first time as Supreme.

He’s an 11-year-old now and he’s been showing since he was a yearling.

“THis has been his best year so far – he’s already won three HOYS qualifiers, was reserve champion at TSR and Kent County

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Show and then was champion at the New Forest just this week.

“To win Supreme here at Hickstead is just the absolute tops – it’s overwhelming. It’s the one big championship he hasn’t won so it really is incredible.”

It was a successful day for Parsons, who also claimed the yearling miniature category with Seamist Serenade.

THis five-star international is the official horse show of THe British Horse Society. It features showjumping, showing, carriage driving, scurry driving and arena eventing.

It is the oldest horse show in Britain, having been first held back in 1907, and it has been hosted at Hickstead in West Sussex every year since 1992.

Showjumping highlights at this show included the FEI Nations Cup of Great Britain and the Queen Elizabeth II Cup. Sunday concluded with the €200,000 Longines King George V Gold Cup which brought together the world's top competitors.

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DARTS: Friary Z's Rob Collins continued his fine form firing just 32 darts as his side cruised to a comfortable win over Squash Club.

Here are the rest of the results from week 12 of the Bognor Summer Friday Darts League: DIVISION ONE - Friary 'Z' 11 Squash Club 5; Newtown Amity 9 QE2 Cobras 8; BRSA Wanderers 10 Hunston Hares 5.

MAN OF THE MATCH - Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') 15 & 17 darts [31.31 av]; Nathan Warren (BRSA Wanderers) 19 & 21 darts [25.05 av]; Chris Williams (QE2 Cobras) 20 & 21 darts [22.23 av].

OTHER GOOD GAMES - Micky Rowland (Friary 'Z') 16 & 18 darts [29.47 av]; Gary Blackwood (BRSA Wanderers) 17 & 24 darts [24.44 av]; Dave Owens (POW 'Z') 18 & 19 darts [23.11 av] - 1st leg 93 left in 24 darts; Andy Stubbs (Hunston Hares) 18 & 25 darts [23.30 av]; Lee Gladman (Friary 'Z') 19 & 29 darts [20.88 av]; Stuart Rose (Newtown Amity) 20 & 28 darts [20.88 av]; Conner O'Hara (BRSA Wanderers) 23 & 23 darts [21.78 av]; Lee Franklin (Friary 'Z') 25 & 26 darts [19.65 av] 180s - Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') x1; Luke Heywood (Newtown Amity) x1. HIGH OUT SHOTS - Andy Stubbs (Hunston Hares) 112; Micky Rowland (Friary 'Z') 98; Chris Williams (QE2 Cobras) 76.

DIVISION TWO - Chi Snooker Club 5 Friary 'D' 13; QE2 Galleon 8 Aldwick Legion 8; Aldingbourne Mavericks 7 BRSA Ravens 10.

MAN OF THE MATCH - Simon Kimber (Friary 'D') 21 & 21 darts [23.79 av]; Richard Pennells (QE2 Galleon) 21 & 28 darts [20.45 av]; Mark R Todd (BRSA Ravens) 22 & 23 darts [21.40 av] - 2nd leg 155 left in 18 darts. OTHER GOOD GAMES - Dave Wingate (Friary 'D') 20 & 36 darts [17.89 av]; Dave Bourne (Aldwick Legion) 26 & 28 darts [18.56 av] 180s - Simon Kimber (Friary 'D') x1. HIGH OUT SHOTS - Simon Kimber (Friary 'D') 88; Emma Bist (Aldingbourne Mavericks) 83.

DIVISION THREE - Lamb Steyne 11 Richmond Rebels 7; BRSA Jokers 12 ASC 4; Richmond 'B' 11 Wheatsheaf 4.

MAN OF THE MATCH - Aston Seabridge (BRSA Jokers) 24 & 31 darts [18.22 av]; Steve Perry (Lamb Steyne) 27 & 34 darts [16.43 av]; Jeanne Kay (Lamb Steyne) 28 & 33 darts [16.43 av]; Tom O'Sullivan (Richmond 'B') 30 & 41 darts [13.76 av]. HIGH OUT SHOTS - Jeanne Kay (Lamb Steyne) 80.

ATHLETICS: Eight Chichester athletes put in a marathon effort to take part in the 24-hour Cotswold relay race.

THe race in Cirencester is open to individuals or team and run over an offroad 9km course including fields, forest and open paths.

Chichester Runners entered two teams: Team Cake Run (Helen Wilkins, Amanda Trafford, Mel Hammond, Chris Pritchard and Elaine Cruttenden) and Team Cakies (Vicky Balandis, Simon THompson and Ian THompson) Despite appalling weather, Team Cake performed admirably to eventually finish second in the female small team category, completing 20 laps (180km) in just over 24 hours.

In Team Cakies, Vicky ran eight laps (72km) as part of her bid to raise money for the Love Your Hospital Charity.

BOWLS: Chichester Priory Park Bowling Club had a successful week in the West Sussex Bowls League. First up, Chichester A sealed a narrow 53-50 victory over Tarring Priory A. THey then beat Bognor A to keep them in contention at the top of division one. Meanwhile, Chichester B defeated East Preston 86-51 to take all ten points from the division three clash. THat puts Chi top with three games to play.

In division two, Pagham lost heavily to Pulborough 95-57.

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Rain dampens cricket run-in SUSSEX Premier League side Middleton hope to get their season back on track this weekend after the rain intervened for a second week.

Just 12 overs were managed at the Sports Ground as Sean Heather's side took on Horsham last weekend.

THe visitors reached 61-1 until the rain caused the covers to be rolled on.

THe second abandonment in a fortnight means that Middleton's hopes of putting in a late season charge have been dealt a blow.

Tomorrow, they make the trip to third-placed Cuckfield looking to improve on their current place of sixth in the ten team division.

Heather's side will also be out to gain revenge after Cuckfield beat his side by 71 runs in the reverse fixture at the start of June.

In division two, Bognor's Joe Ashmore struck an unbeaten half century (56*) in a score of 98-0 before the rain forced their match against Mayfield to be postponed last week.

THat result has left Regis in the drop zone with just four matches to play.

Bognor have a chance to

lift themselves to safety by gaining a positive result away at midtable Eastbourne tomorrow.

In division three, Chichester Priory Park will be looking to extend their lead at the top of the table on the road at Bexhill seconds tomorrow.

Chi reached 111-2 (Matthew Bennison 55) against Eastbourne seconds at Goodwood last weekend until the match was called off.

THose ten points from the drawn game mean that Matthew Geffen's side are still five points clear of Haywards Heath in second and six in front of Crawley Eagles.

In fourth are Pagham who are a further three points back.

Pagham's match against the Eagles also fell victim to the rain as the entire programme of matches in the division was called off for the second week in a row.

THe Nyetimber Lane side begin their four-game run-in with a home match against relegation-threatened Burgess Hill tomorrow.

With just two sides gaining promotion, this race looks set to go down until the last week of the season.

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PAGHAM kick off the new season with Wembley in their sights as the FA Cup sees them travel to a familiar foe.

It's a new era at Nyetimber Lane with Richie Hellen and Tom Simmonds taking charge on a joint basis.

With the nucleus of a side that finished fourth in the SCFL Premier and lifted the Peter Bentley Cup, Lions fans will fancy their chances of a strong showing in the coming season. Attention is first fixed on the FA Cup, though, where Pagham start their season tomorrow with a trip to fellow SCFL Premier side Arundel (3pm) in the extra preliminary round.

THe Mullets have struggled in recent seasons but under the guidance of Richard Towers made great strides in the second half of the year. Pagham will go into the match fancying a win and securing the £1,500 prize money.

THe Lions begin the new campaign off the back of a successful pre-season which has seen them go unbeaten, defeating Wessex Premier sides Fareham Town and Cowes. THe preparations were rounded off last weekend, with a double header against Crowborough (2-2) and Sidlesham (2-1).

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CHICHESTER City warmed up for the start of the new season with the support of a household comedy name.

THe Lillywhites rounded off their pre-season preparations on Tuesday night with a 4-2 defeat against Isthmian South side Hastings United. THe match at Oaklands Park was watched by Omid Djalili, the comedian who is starring in Fiddler on the Roof at the nearby Festival THeatre.

It was the second 4-2 defeat in the space of three days, after the defeat at Southern League south & west side AFC Totton on Saturday.

But, despite the defeats to higher league opposition, those at Chi believe the club is well placed to perform well in the SCFL Premier this season.

First, though, is a trip to Bracknell-based Binfield FC in the FA Cup extra-preliminary round tomorrow (3pm).

After the game against Hastings, Chi coach Danny Potter said: “Although the result wasn’t great, it’s always good to challenge ourselves against better opposition.

"We thought Hastings were one of the better teams we’ve played this pre-season. And for

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some of our lads it was an eye-opener to the step of football above us.

"Our focus now is on Saturday when we are away to Binfield in the FA Cup and we will regroup and get ready for this.”

Chi go into the match against the Hellenic Premier side in good spirits and with a striker bang in form.

Dave Herbert, who was signed from Arundel in the off-season, scored four goals in the matches against AFC Totton and Hastings.

With the return of last year's top scorer, Scott Jones, and the prolific Josh Clack, Chi should not be short of goals this season.

THe big question mark is at the back where, despite the addition of former Wimbledon defender Duncan Jupp, the Lillywhites have still conceded eight in the last two games, albeit against higher league opposition. * SCFL division one side Selsey kick off the new season with a local derby welcoming Midhurst & Easebourne to the High Street ground tomorrow (3pm).

THe Blues will fancy their chances against a side that has struggled in recent years.

Steve Bailey's youthful side will want to put in a good showing in the Peter Bentley Cup tie, knowing that the winners will travel to Chichester City on August 22 in the next round. THe Blues rounded off their preseason preparations on Saturday with a 7-0 loss to Combined Counties Premier side Horley Town.

Wright man will take Chi Ladies forward CHICHESTER City Ladies will kick off the new season in a higher league with a familiar face at the helm.

Following the shock resignation of Liam Greenfield for 'business and personal reasons', less than a month before the season starts, the Green Army have turned to former manager Matt Wright to lead them into the FA Women's Southern Premier division.

Wright has been operating as the club's chairman since stepping down from the top job two years ago. After leading the side through training this week, he believes the club can build on winning the Division One South West title last season.

Chi's preparation ahead of their league

opener against Basildon on August 20 has taken a blow with Molly Clark and former skipper Becky Barron joining Portsmouth.

But they have added Hollie Wride (Watford), Tiff Taylor, Ellis Bllomfield (both Portsmouth) and Gemma Simmonds (Southampton Women).

Caz Henry-Evans, who has taken on the role of chairman, said: "We are looking forward to the challenge of the higher league and hope to push as many teams as possible as far as we can.

"We think we can pick up plenty of points along the way in order to secure safety.

"THe ladies are buzzing for the new season and want to go as far and as high as they can."

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Rocks ready for their National South return after nine years Next Game

Bath City (H) TOMORROW | 3pm

THE THREE-MONTH wait is finally over.

Twelve weeks or so after the memorable home playoff victory over Dulwich Hamlet at the start of May, the Rocks return to competitive action tomorrow.

THe venue may be familiar (Nyewood Lane), as will the man in the dugout (Jack Pearce) but the competition (National League South) is one which Bognor have not competed in for nine years.

Despite being promoted to a new level, the mood is high that the current crop of Rocks players and staff can keep the momentum going after their rise from the Isthmian League last term.

THeir first week at the new level sees Bognor pitched against two tough opponents.

On Tuesday, the Rocks make the trip along the south coast to Poole Town (7.45pm) to face a side that finished fifth in the division last term.

First, though, is a home match against Bath City tomorrow (3pm), a fixture which will give a good indication as to the level Bognor are at after a challenging pre-season.

On the pitch, the Rocks have had good runouts against two league opponents in League One Portsmouth and League Two Crawley Town.

While losing both, Bognor showed enough in both fixtures to indicate the side have the skill, fitness and desire to put in a good

showing at the higher level this time round.

Off the pitch, things have been a little more turbulent. With manager Jamie Howell leaving for National South rivals Eastbourne Borough just days after the end of the season, the summer has been spent searching for a new gaffer.

After weeks of interviews, centre half Sami El-Abd was promoted to the top job - only to be told by his employer Brighton & Hove Albion it was a conflict of interest.

THat meant Pearce, the club's manager for 30 years until he stepped down in 2007, took up the reins again - albeit with support from Darin Kilpartrick and Gary Charman.

Remarkably, the Rocks have also signed on the majority of last season's squad with top scorer James Fraser and Darren Budd the only players to depart.

With goalkeeper Dan Lincoln committing his foreseeable future to the club last week, the good news continued into this week with full back Calvin Davies signing terms for the next year.

THe former Portsmouth player has been trying his luck at professional clubs this summer but signed on at Nyewood on Tuesday. And the signings may not stop there.

A club spokesman said: "THe club continue to actively chase a couple of other key signings as they complete the squad for the coming season."

Pearce swoops for Swallow ROCKS manager Jack Pearce has boosted the Bognor ranks on the eve of the new season by adding the experienced Ben Swallow to the team.

THe wide left player will be well known to Rocks fans having helped local rivals Havant & Waterlooville to the Ryman Premier League championship last season.

Originally from Cardiff, the 27-year-old began his football career at his hometown club before joining Bristol Rovers.

He made almost 50 Football League appearances at the Memorial Ground as well as enjoying loan spells at Taunton Town and Saturday's visitors, Bath City.

Swallow then went on to play at York City, Newport County and Dartford in the National League Premier as well as Bromley in the National South before joining Havant at this stage last year.

He goes straight into the squad ahead of tomorrow's match.

Swallow is one of a number of players that Pearce has been looking at in recent weeks.

THe winger is expected to compete with new signing Pat Suraci and Alex Parsons for a spot in the Rocks' three-man starting front line that served them well last term.

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AFTER three months of waiting, we are finally here the eve of Bognor returning to National League South.

After a tough pre-season, there's no reason why the Rocks can't hit the ground running.

THe Chichester City game proved a real test for our players.

Lorenzo Dolcetti played a full 90 minutes for the hosts as the Rocks finished up 5-2 winners in the end.

And speaking to many fans at that game, most said that Dolcetti played really well.

Time will tell if Lorenzo gets some game time at Nyewood Lane this season.

Goals came from everywhere for Bognor, with Jimmy Muitt netting two, Ollie Pearce getting one, Jimmy Wild and James Crane scoring also.

It’s nice that we are getting goals from everywhere and, although the scoreline shows that the visitors were stronger, it seems Miles Rutherford has put together a strong set up at Chichester.

It will be interesting to see how they get on this season.

Again, I was impressed

by Michael Birmingham’s Horndean side in the next preseason friendly away to the ‘Deans.

I spoke to Birmy who amazingly remembered me straight away. We shook hands and said hello before kick off.

He was asking if I was still enjoying it whilst sipping his cup of tea as the rain came down.

I said the whole of last season was great and spoke briefly about his team and he said he was getting a lot of young players through and trying to get them playing the right way.

Birmy also had nice words for Jack Pearce in the Horndean programme.

A copy was kindly donated to me by Rocks photographer Tommy McMillan. THanks Tommy Mac! Bognor ended up 6-0 winners with Jimmy Muitt on

fire again with two goals. THis game included three penalties.

Again, I felt the scoreline was harsh in the end on Horndean who enjoyed large spells of possession at times.

THe difficult conditions and the slope made it hard but goals from Muitt (2), Pearce (2), Crane and Joe Lea saw Bognor win comfortably here.

Good luck to Birmy this year with the Deans.

I have a feeling we haven’t seen the last of Birmy at Nyewood Lane though maybe a few years down the line we might see him back?

THe game I was really looking forward to was Crawley Town at home. I knew it would be a real test. Bognor deserved better than to lose that game 2-1.

Pearce got us off to a great start as we went in at the break 1-0 up.

Muitt was causing all sorts of problems and the Crawley side appeared to be shaky in defence.

When the Rocks made some changes later on in the game, it was evident the momentum was lost and the goals came from the opposition.

I don’t know about everyone else, yes I know it was only a friendly, but I was rather disappointed we didn’t win that one.

We certainly deserved it after that performance.

THe Gosport Borough game followed soon after which ended in a 3-1 loss away to end our pre-season friendly fixtures. I couldn’t be there, unfortunately - but it would have given our players experience against a team who only just dropped out of the National League South after relegation last year.

Don’t forget the Bath City game tomorrow. Book yourself on to the coach to Poole Town (next Tuesday) and Welling United (next Saturday 12 on the Rocks on Tour travel). I will be there - will you?

In the meantime - UP THE ROCKS!

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