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Meeting called over toilets A SPECIAL meeting is being held next week to enable Bognor Regis councillors to give their views about proposed seafront toilets.

THe extraordinary session of Bognor Regis Town Council's planning and licensing committee will take place at 6.30pm on Monday in the town hall.

THe consideration of the plans by Arun District Council to demolish the existing foreshore office and replace it with a

new unisex toilet block which includes urinals, baby changing facilities and an accessible WC is the only item on the agenda.

Arun has set aside £200,000 to pay for the loos. A separate beach office has also been included in the plans, with a public information point and first aid facilities.

But the district council has yet to find the money for that part of the building.

As reported, the special meeting was decided by the three councillors present at last week's regular meeting of the town council's committee after they failed to reach an opinion about the plans to pass to Arun when it makes a final decision.

One of Arun's Hotham councillors has sought to have the plans deferred. Cllr Paul Wells (LD) said: "I have challenged the process by which the plans were

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"THe plans were sent to Arun's planning department before councillors knew about them. I knew there were plans being drawn up but I had not seen them.

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Invitation to take part in annual gala TIME remains for entries for this month's Bognor Regis Illuminations Gala.

Organisers of the August bank holiday extravaganza are hoping for latecomers to join the healthy number of those who have put their name down to take part.

Space still exists for plenty more groups and individuals to take part in the parade along the town's seafront from 8.30pm on Sunday, August 27, and delight the thousands of spectators expected to line the route.

THe event has been held in aid of Bognor Regis Seafront Lights, the group which organises the illuminations, along the promenade for many years.

Lights' secretary Greg Burt said: "We know that many leave it to the last minute to send in their entry forms.

"But you can't have too many entries and we want to ensure that the many spectators who line the route to show their support are in for a great night."

THe lighting team believes the gala is a great chance for businesses, sports clubs and other community groups to promote their products, services and good causes to a huge captive audience, joining families and other individuals who have decided to enter.

Categories for entrants include float/ vehicle, walking group, dance troupe and pram/bicycle to ensure there is a section to suit all capabilities and budgets.

THere is no theme but every entry has to light up in one way or another.

Once again, Horndean Marching Band will lead the snake of decorated and lit-up entries. THey will be taking the amended route of last year of turning left at the Royal Norfolk Hotel into West Street and then right into Lennox Street.

THe procession will turn right again on to THe Esplanade to head west before it comes to a stop when it reaches West Street again.

THe procession will start from Silverston Avenue this year, outside West Park, rather than in the park as usual.

"THis year, as the kite festival will be hosting a three-day event in West Park, we will be marshalling the procession in Silverston Avenue instead of the park, which means that we don't have to worry whether we let lorries on to the park if it has been particularly wet or muddy," added Greg.

After last year's gala, the volunteer organisers invited other groups to take on the annual crowd-puller.

THis has resulted in the latest event continuing to be fronted by Bognor Regis Seafront Lights but with support from Bognorphenia and Granddad's Front Room.

Bognor Regis Town Council is again financially supporting the event and backing has also been given by Arun District Council.

Procession entries, and enquiries about sponsoring prizes, should be made to Greg on 01243 862287 or email: brsfl@btinternet.com

Businesses invited to find out about awareness of disabilities A WEST SUSSEX disability awareness charity is staging its first open event next month.

Enable Me has invited businesses around Bognor Regis and Chichester to take advantage of its unique userled workshops.

THe event is taking place from 9.30am-1pm on September 14 at Chichester Park Hotel.

A spokesman said its training could be created and delivered bespoke to the requirements of each business.

"In 2016, Enable Me expanded its portfolio of services by delivering new work on disability access audits

and autism awareness workshops," he said. "We specialise in providing disability awareness days in schools for children of all ages to learn about the needs, challenges and unique life experiences of disabled people.

"We also offer specialised disability awareness training for sports coaches, teaching professionals and businesses exploring language, legislation, communication, and how to make the work environment more inclusive.

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Special meeting f Cllr Jim Brooks with one of the new information boards TRAVELLING by bus has become easier for passengers in Bognor Regis.

Real time passenger information boards have been installed in five bus stops around the town. THey provide up to date facts about the arrival times of services as well as giving news updates and weather forecasts.

THey also have a speaker which can be activated with a free key fob to help blind and partially sighted passengers and those with learning or reading difficulties.

Town councillor Jim Brooks called for the boards to be provided from money paid to councils by developers as part of their planning approval.

Cllr Brooks (LD, Marine) said: "THese information boards are very good. THey are the latest technology and, though we've had to wait a while for them, they are right up to date.

"THey can be easily updated and the size of the characters can be enlarged if

needed. THe boards should make the lives of bus passengers in the town centre a lot easier and will enable the area to compete better with the out of town sites. A lot of money has been spent on the town centre and we need to get it moving forward."

THe boards have been installed on five bus stops in the High Street where new bus shelters have been provided by Arun District Council.

A further two have been installed in Upper Bognor Road at busy stops outside the University of Chichester and Butlin's.

THe new boards have been funded by £48,000 of developer contributions from the Site Six housing scheme in North Bersted. GPS is used to track where the buses are on their route and that predicts what time the vehicles will arrive at each bus stop.

West Sussex County Councl's cabinet member for infrastructure and highways, Cllr Bob Lanzer, said: "THis is good news

for bus passengers in the Bognor Regis area.

"We are committed to encouraging the use of public transport in and around the town to help get around more easily, to reduce the effects of traffic congestion and reduce emissions."

Bus commuter Sylvia Kryczka said the boards were useful as she waited for her service to travel to work in Chichester.

"THey are a help by saying when the bus will be here. Sometimes, you can wait and wait for a bus but they will tell you when it has been cancelled," she said.

But couple Margaret and John Clarke said they were unimpressed by the boards for their daily journey from the town centre to Pagham.

Mr Clarke said: "We don't find them very helpful but they might be useful if a bus is cancelled."

THe fob for the speakers can be obtained from the county council on 01243 642105.

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"Clearly, we need new toilets on the seafront but the democratic process has to be followed."

A total of 35 letters of objection against the scheme had been sent to Arun by Tuesday morning.

One of the letters was from Esplanade Grande residents Roy and Wendy Tillman.

THey said: "In our opinion, it is utter madness to locate an above ground toilet block with its doors facing directly opposite and towards a residential apartment block so that residents have to view persons entering and leaving the toilets all day long.

"THe design is seriously flawed and we would question why it is that the existing underground toilets could not be refurbished at a lesser cost and with the addition of above-ground CCTV to monitor activity in the area.

"THe existing foreshore office is a far nicer looking structure than the proposed replacement."

Beryl Snook, of Victoria Drive, said: "THere has been no consultation on the

placing of these toilets with the public of Bognor. Being in such a prominent position, surely the design should be in keeping with both the present foreshore office and Bognor's Victorian heritage.

"THese new toilets are very close to the toilets located at the Regis Centre.

Surely, a more sensible place would be where the metal containers are currently located on the promenade just before Butlin's so as to space the conveniences out more.

"It is insulting for the residents of the apartments opposite the proposed toilets to be expected to 'police' any potential vandalism and to have to look at opening toilet doors while sitting in their lounges is not acceptable."

But Miriam Nicholls, Arun's business development manager, says in a letter: "Economic development support this application because it improves facilities for both residents and tourists visiting the seafront, which will hopefully encourage them to stay longer, spend more and come back more often.

"Improved accessible and modern toilets was the top priority in two public surveys about the seafront, so this is clearly in line with public demand."

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` Armed forces plea NEW VOLUNTEERS are needed to continue an annual Bognor Regis tribute to servicemen and women.

A lack of newcomers to join the organising committee of next year's Armed Forces Day will place the event in doubt.

A spokeswoman for the committee said: "For the 2018 event, the committee needs new volunteers as some of those who have worked tirelessly over the last few years on this event have decided to step down from the committee."

She urged anyone interested in helping out to attend the next meeting of the committee at 7.30pm on August 23 at the RAFA Club in Waterloo Square.

THe committee has begun to plan next June's event in the hope more people will join it.

"For 2018, the committee will concentrate on the drumhead service and honour both past and present members of the armed forces," she said.

"THe committee are also keen to highlight the importance of the services in the form of the various cadet groups who, once again, will be invited to play a pivotal part in the day's events."

THis year saw the celebration in the town of the armed forces go ahead after a year's gap because of a lack of volunteers.

"THis year's armed forces day was another well attended event which included the traditional drumhead service and parades, together with entertainment and static military displays," added the spokeswoman.

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Poverty fear over benefit THOUSANDS of Bognor Regis area households are at risk of a cash crisis because of a new government benefit.

THe temporary version of Universal Credit is seeing some of the poorest residents of the town facing waits for payments of up to six weeks, advisors have warned. Helpers at the Bognor Regis Town Hall bureau of Arun and Chichester Citizens Advice expect the numbers struggling to grow rapidly from next April when the benefit is fully adopted.

THey say many people are facing uncertainty about how much money they will receive and when it will arrive.

THis insecurity is affecting other areas of their lives to make it harder for them to focus while finding work while they worry about how to pay their bills or afford food.

Carol Groves, the chief executive of Arun and Chichester Citizens Advice, said: “THe principles behind Universal Credit are sound but a mix of flaws in how the benefit was designed and problems with how it is being delivered is leaving many people’s finances in tatters.

“We’re already helping many people across Arun and Chichester who are having problems with Universal Credit.

“We are concerned this will rise significantly from April, 2018. By 2022, it will affect thousands of households across the area.

“If the government doesn’t fix significant problems with Universal Credit, then many families across Arun and Chichester may be put at financial risk, which can – in turn – put huge

pressure on other local services such as health, housing and social care.”

By 2022, Universal Credit will affect 12,000 households across Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, 8,000 around Chichester, 6,000 in the Arundel and South Downs area and 9,000 in West Worthing. Universal Credit was launched by the then government in 2013 as a pilot project to simplify the benefits system and support people into work.

At present, a temporary – or ‘live service’ – version is available to people around Bognor Regis with straightforward claims.

But next April will see the ‘full service’ version arrive to mean that anyone who would have previously claimed one of the old benefits, like tax credits or housing benefits, has to apply for Universal Credit.

Research by the national Citizens Advice office has shown a wide range of administrative challenges which must be overcome for Universal Credit to be a success.

THese include problems with the online system and long waits to get help over the phone. THe difficulties add to the rule which makes new claimants wait six weeks for any payment to force many into debt.

THe report called for the government to pause the acceleration of ‘full service’ Universal Credit to enable the major problems to be fixed.

Its recommendations include cutting the time people have to wait for their first payment and improving the support to enable people to make ends meet.

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Campaigning women will take protest to town's Birdman event WASPIS will be flying high with the Birdmen in Bognor Regis this weekend.

Members of the campaign group's Bognor and Chichester South Coast branch will have an information stall on the second day of the world-famous event.

THe Women Against State Pension Inequality is campaigning against the way the state pension age for women was rapidly increased from 60 to 66.

Jill Robertson founded the branch about five months ago after the Post reported her anger about the situation.

She said: "THe organisers of the International Bognor Birdman have given us a stall pitch, which we think is too good to miss.

"We only heard about it last THursday but we will be there on Sunday.

"Last week’s media coverage on the main televised news has seen the WASPI reach new heights.

"THe government is starting to look up and realise that there has been something crucially wrong with changing the state age pension for 3.5million 1950s women.

Equalisation isn’t the issue, the lack of notice and the way it has been handled is.

"THe Bognor & Chichester South Coast group needs to hear from all women born in the 1950s who live in the county."

Some group members say the delay in paying the state pension will cost them tens of thousands of pounds. Contact: bognorsouthcoastwaspi@gmail.com

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MOTORISTS can pay to park in Bognor Regis without cash from next week.

A new digital parking payment method is being introduced for off-street car parks like Hothamton and the Regis Centre from next Tuesday.

Arun District Council has teamed up with technology experts at RingCo to mean loose coins will no longer be needed to pay for a space.

THe news backs calls by Bognor Regis businesses, reported in the Post last month, that parking was their top priority after the success of the vote to set up a Business Improvement District to boost the town centre.

Shop owner Paul Wells is a member of the shadow board establishing the district ready for it to start next April.

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drivers to pay for parking by credit or debit card, rather than coins at a machine.

Motorists who prefer will still be able to use their loose change to pay the charges as this option will remain available.

Cllr Paul Wotherspoon, Arun's cabinet member for neighbourhood services, said: "I'm very pleased we are introducing cashless payments to the district to give motorists a choice.

"It will make life much easier for people visiting the area by car, especially as they can just top up their parking from their phones, wherever they are. So, if anyone wants to spend a little longer shopping in our town centres or enjoying one of the district's beautiful outdoor spaces, they can do so without worrying about returning to a parking ticket."

THe system will be in use at more than 1,000 spaces around the town alongside the free two hour parking at three sites.

Arun has worked with Cobalt Technologies' project manager, Kevin Wood, on the service.

To use RingGo, drivers must register by calling the Ring Go number shown on the parking machines or download the RingGo app on to their smartphone.

Registration can also be completed online at myringgo.com. First-time users of the service will be asked for vehicle information, the four digit location code from the sign on the parking machine and card payment details.

THis information will be remembered for future use. On top of the parking tariff, a charge of 20p is made for using RingGo.

Suspect's e-fit issued THIS is the man police would like to speak to in connection with an attack on a boy in Bognor Regis.

THe e-fit was released by detectives this week as they continue to search for the suspected offender.

A Sussex Police spokesman said: "THe suspect is described as a white man in his 50s, 5ft 7in tall, of average build, with short, greying hair and a beard.

"He was wearing a navy blue short-sleeved T-shirt with a patterned front, grey or blue shorts and, possibly, flip-flops on his feet."

As reported, the attack took place shortly

after 2.30pm on Sunday, July 23, at the rear of Morrison's supermarket close to the entrance off Queensway to the multi-storey car park above the store. A 12-year-old boy was punched to the ground by a man who kicked him as he laid there.

"THe boy sustained cuts and bruises and was taken by ambulance to hospital for medical checks," said the spokesman.

"Officers are keen to speak to anyone who saw what happened, who noticed the man or who may know who he is."

THey are asked to report details online at sussex. police.uk or phone 101, quoting serial 878 or 23/07.

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PREPARATIONS are underway for this weekend's annual International Bognor Birdman event.

THe current line-up includes 12 entries over the three categories.

Joint organiser Jim Brooks said: "I am also anticipating several more entrants on the day."

After initial fears the event would be dropped due to lack of funding, the competition was saved by £4,000 of community funding and £6,000 from THe Cheeky Panda company.

Last year's Condor Class winner, Ron Freeman, is making a return to the competition in a bid to reach the 100m mark.

Ron is a professional hangglider and para-glider instructor from Northumberland and is raising money for Great North Air Ambulance. He said: "I studied Peter Pan, then bought a hangglider!"

Samuel Penny, 28, from Yapton, is an aeronautical engineer and won last year's Leonardo Da Vinci class after dreaming of winning the category since childhood.

He will be bringing his second pedal-powered machine, named Zephyrous 2, made from aluminium and foam.

Both days start at 10am with live stage entertainment and entrants begin their flights at 1.30pm. THe presentation of prizes concludes the event on Sunday at 5.15pm.

With a weather forecast of sunshine and little rain, the organisers are looking forward to a spectacular two-day event over the weekend.

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Homes facts are attacked PROTESTING Pagham residents have raised new objections about 1,000 planned homes.

THe developers of the three sites earmarked for residential estates of 980 properties have submitted more information to support their proposals.

THe data includes the amount of traffic expected to be generated by the housing, why the farmland can be used and the number of jobs set to be generated by a school, healthcare facilities and care home which are featured amid the intended development.

But many households have continued to protest about the schemes at Hook Lane, Sefter Road and south of Summer Lane on top of the 2,000-plus objections submitted to Arun District Council before it considers the applications.

One of the protestors, Jane Maybee, of Grosvenor Gardens, said: "It's all very well these developers keep paying out for surveys and reports on traffic impact and the like to justify the developments and their greed.

"But they don't live here and don't have to leave home at the crack of dawn now in order to get over the A27 to work.

"For these companies to suggest the highway network can cope is ridiculous.

It is well known the A27 cannot cope now.

Forty per cent of traffic, as suggested by one report, would not be heading to Bognor for work, it will be heading to Chichester. It will be gridlock in the mornings and evenings."

As reported, Hallam Land Management wants to build up to 300 homes and an 80 bed care home in Hook Lane, Hanbury wants up to 400 dwellings, a store, care

home and primary school south of Summer Lane and Taylor Wimpey is seeking up to 280 homes and a care home or school at Sefter Road.

A combined report for the developers states £772,000 will be spent changing roads in the area to have the capacity of the extra traffic from the housing.

THe money will be spent on five schemes the Rose Green Road priority junction with Grosvenor Gardens; Sefter Road junction with Pagham Road; B2166 roundabout junction with Vinnetrow Road; the B2166 roundabout junction with the B2145 and sustainable transport measures on the wider road network.

Hallam's transport consultants, Highgate Transportation, state in the report the sustainable transport work is instead of works at the Lower Bognor Road/Pagham Road junction because works cannot be carried out there.

Traffic from the developments is due to peak at some 500 vehicles an hour in the morning and 485 in the evening.

"THe Pagham development sites can cumulatively be accommodated on the highway network with the implementation of the proposed mitigation schemes," it says.

But protest group PAGAM says in its comments about the latest information: "If we include West Bersted right next door, there are 4,000 extra homes.

"If only 75 per cent have two cars, then that would be an additional 6,000 cars on top of the chaos that exists."

It adds that any jobs to be created in the schemes are unknown. Uses such as the school were not guaranteed.

Businesses urged to follow The Base and win an award COMPANY owners across Bognor Regis have been invited to test themselves against the best in the county.

Entries have opened for this year's Sussex Business Awards. Celebrating business excellence in the area, the awards are in their 29th year and are the longest established scheme of their kind in the county.

Businesses from Bognor Regis who enter might follow the success of the popular THe Base Skatepark CIC, which was named the best leisure and tourism enterprise in last year's awards.

Founder Janina Cooper said she had no doubts about the award's value.

"Winning the award was a huge honour. Not only did we want to give Bognor town a leisure facility which it could be proud if, but also raise the profile of skateparks across the UK. "THe award reinforces the culture within our passionate team to provide a wonderful place for young people to feel at home."

THere are 17 trophies in the awards up for grabs this year from company of the year to best employer. THe winners will be announced at THe Grand Brighton on November 30.

Visit sba.awards.org.uk by August 30 for more details.

A BOGNOR REGIS man has said Boots was wrong to close the photo lab in its store in the town.

THe developing section has been shut during the extensive refurbishment of the branch in the London Road precinct. Customers can still develop digital photos from USB sticks, phones and tablet computers at automated kiosks.

But Greenwood Avenue resident John Hawkins said: "I think it's ridiculous to close the lab in a seaside town like this.

THe nearest one now is in Chichester.

"People want to take photos if their families are with them and have a look at them while they are still with them.

"I think there's only one place in the town where photos can be developed now and that's not doing much for competition is it?"

Mr Hawkins, 75, said he had been a regular customer of the Boots' photo service for many years. "It was always

popular. THere used to be a queue to use the kiosks sometimes," he said.

Previously, customers would be able to choose the images they wanted printed and they would be developed in the lab to be collected a few hours later or the next day.

Boots announced plans a few months ago to close 220 of its 320 photo labs nationally.

It said at the time: "Over the past few years, customers' expectations of photo services have continued to change as they print fewer pictures but want to create more personalised photo gifts and items such as personalised photobooks, canvases and cards.

"As a result of these changing behaviours, Boots UK is adapting how it delivers photo services in store.

"Impacted colleagues will be offered retraining and redeployment to other roles where possible. However, some roles may be made redundant."

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Pagham glam at big event

` Burglary suspects CCTV images have been released by police of two men wanted for questioning about a Bognor Regis burglary.

THe photo below shows the men in the Tesco Express store in Aldwick Road. It was one of two branches of the retailer - the other was Station Road in Bognor Regis - in which fraudulent purchases of alcohol and tobacco were made with a bank card stolen during the break-in.

One of the men has a red, white and blue horizontally stripped top.

THe second wore a light grey top and a light grey hat.

Detective Constable Gavin Percival, of Sussex Police's community investigation team at Bognor Regis, said: "If you recognise any of these men, please contact us right away."

Overnight between May 27 and 28, a car was stolen at a house in Ockley Road. Offenders entered through the front door and stole a handbag which contained bank cards and keys to a car parked outside. THey drove the car away and abandoned it nearby.

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HOLIDAY activities are continuing at Aldingbourne Country Centre in spite of the soggy summer.

Plenty of fun for all the family is taking place at the base north of the A27 of the Aldingbourne Trust to make light of the wet weather.

Debbie Wells, the trust's enterprise and development team leader, said the frequent rain had proved the worth of its new undercover venue.

“Despite the wettest July for many years, the fun still continues at Aldingbourne Country Centre.

"In the new all weather events hub – Tom’s Talking Reptiles entertained all the children and the Bounce About days are still proving to be a huge success with all ages," she said.

Probably one of the favourite events so far was when the Woodland Walk was turned into a magical fairy tale with

Peter Pan, Little Red Riding Hood and a Mad Hatters Tea Party entertaining all the visitors.

"One mum told us 'We popped by on the off chance as on holiday here and had a fab day it was wonderful and we wish we lived closer to visit more often!

THank u to all involved'."

THe centre still has plenty more events to come until the end of this month.

Today sees a kid's foam party from 10am-4pm and next Monday and Tuesday feature splash about 'Kid's Revenge' events at the same times as well as a special Woodland Walk.

THe AldingBANG science day is next THursday and Friday, also from 10am4pm, and the main feature 'KONG', with a 10ft high animatronic guerilla, is on August 31.

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SEVENTIES smash hits are promised by one of the acts at Pagham's big summer event.

Ballroom Blitz bring back glam rock at its finest with chart songs from the likes of Slade, Sweet, Mud, Smokie and T-Rex. Singer Colin Page will be leading the performance to close this year's version of Pagham on Parade. THe fundraising event for various charities take place from 11am4pm on August 20 at Pagham Village Hall in Pagham Road.

Colin said: "We had been doing 50s music and some people still like a bit of rock and roll but we realised not many bands were performing the music from the time of glam rock.

"It seems to be coming back. People want to hear that sort of music and it's taking off.

"Every time we have played, we have had good reviews from the pubs and clubs we've performed in."

Ballroom Blitz also consists of bass player Dace Glover, guitarist Matty Fuller and Colin's son, the drummer Jess Page, who is attracting interest from Deborah Bonham for her band and the legendary Paul Rogers, of Free fame.

Pagham on Parade is organised by the parish council to provide a big free summer event for the community and fill a gap in the calendar of events.

It has traditionally featured displays of classic cars, motorcycles and military vehicles.

THere will also be a children's funfair and plenty of stalls around and inside the village hall.

As well as Ballroom Blitz, the packed programme of arena events will open with the Sussex Steel Band before a line dancing demonstration and another from Mad About Dogs. THe Base skatepark will switch the audience's attention from four legs to four wheels with fast and exciting moves on cycles and skateboards.

Music from the TS Montrose Nautical Training Corps will lead into a short service conducted by Pagham's vicar, the Rev Mark Enimson at 2pm.

THe morning will see Pagham and District Residents' Association officially unveil its new minibus at 11.45am.

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All creatures great and small are a delight for visitors to the fair ANIMAL magic brought the country to the coast in Bognor Regis' biggest event of its kind.

A menagerie of animals provided one of the main highlights of this year's recordbreaking Hotham Park Country Fair and proved popular among visitors of all ages to the annual summer attraction.

Debbie Northcott, event manager for Hotham Park Heritage Trust, said: "THe fair is bigger and better than ever.

"We estimate that 12,000-15,000 people have been to the park to visit the fair.

"It's been a fantastic weekend. THe whole event has been joyful and colourful and we are delighted with it."

But she said the trust relied on just 13 volunteers to be able to stage the two days with a total of 80 stalls as well as hours of entertainment at the bandstand.

"We are so short of volunteers. We used to have more than 20 helping out. We will be reviewing whether we are able to hold next year's event.

"We rely on the same people all the time. THe next event we are holding is the carols in the park but we would like to do bandstand events during the year if we had enough helpers."

Last weekend's fair was the 16th to be staged by the trust. Its attractions covered about half of the park.

Many of those who visited wanted to find out more about the animals which have been a constant presence at the fair.

Six-year-old Sennen Norris had the chance to be squeezed by an infant albino Burmese python taken along by

RepTylers. Pandora is 10.5ft long - about halfway of her adult size of 20ft - and is some three years old.

Sennen's mum, Sarah Penn, 38, of Littlehampton, said: "THey wrapped the snake around Sennen's stomach, which is very unusual, and he could feel it squeeze him. Sennen is fond of snakes and he was very excited when he found out they were here.

"It's the first time we've been to this fair.

It's a brilliant event. THere's lots of stalls and something for everyone."

Sennen also had the chance to pet Betty, a three-year-old bosc monitor lizard more usually found on the African savannah but equally at home in Hotham Park for the two days.

He said: "I enjoyed touching the lizard.

It was smooth and moved quicker than I though it would.

"I like the heads of the reptiles. THey are unusual and different from us."

Other animals at the stall included hairless guinea pigs, chameleons and geckos.

THe larger animals which delighted the visitors included Pagham Ponies, wagon rides with cart horses, a pair of alpacas, Asian brown wood owl Phoenix and African spotted eagle owl Whisper among a host of owls and donkey rides.

Offering a more creative experience for the first time was the park's artist-inresidence, Rita Herbert, with her first painting demonstration.

She sold a large oil on canvas, Autumn, on the second day to add to a pastel and

several postcards of her work capturing the park in all its glory.

"THe oil I've sold was the first painting I did when I became artist-in-residence. I managed to capture the scene on camera before the leaves got blown away in a storm," she said.

"A lot of people have seen me painting and asked about the media in which I paint. THis has been good for drawing people's attention to the park. THey don't always know what is here."

One of the fair's original displays, by the American Civil War group Dividing Line, returned. Joint founder Cheryl Sheppard said: "We love coming here because of the interaction with the public. THey love hearing about what we do."

Heritage trust chairman Rosemary Warren helped to devise the fair. She said: "THere's been lots and lots of happy faces. Everybody seems to have had a lovely time. It's been a success despite the shower on Saturday."

Proceeds from the fair will pay for an Alice THrough THe Looking Glass sculpture to complement the Mad Hatter's Tea Party which was unveiled last Easter.

THe fair's main sponsor, Butlin's, and its two commercial supporters, Abacus Lettings and Portfield Motor Group, were thanked by the heritage trust, with Rotary club members and West Sussex Task Force, for their help in making the weekend such a success.

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` Fun at picnic DISABILITY charity United Response is welcoming the community to its third picnic in Bognor Regis today.

THe open air celebration is taking place from 10.30am-3pm around the bandstand in Hotham Park.

A range of stalls and activities will be there to be enjoyed. THey will include cake decorating, an organic allotment-grown vegetable stall, a book stall and a tombola as well as a picnic lunch.

All funds raised from the day will go towards United Response's mental health services in the town, such as buying seeds for its allotment.

Today's picnic will also be the first to feature an art exhibition with pieces from the charity's bi-weekly art group for people with mental health needs.

Works of art will include pictures using various medias, such as pencil, watercolour and pastel, art poems, handmade cards and jewellery. THey will be displayed creatively in the park using trees and bushes. THe exhibition has been planned, curated and organised by those who attend the art group.

It has been made possible by a grant through United Response's Small Sparks programme, funded by the Clothworkers' Foundation.

THese grants enable the people supported by United Response to be active members of the wider community.

An information stand will enable people to find out more about United Response's services and other organisations like the Sussex Recovery College.

Friday, August 11, 2017

Amanda's inspirational book NEVER stop reaching for the sky, that's the message of a Yapton woman's debut book.

Mum-of-four Amanda Worne has this week seen the release of The Sky is Not the Limit that charts a year of her life following a cycling accident that left her wheelchairbound.

THe book, written under her pen-name Amanda Newton, compiles her Facebook posts from that year alongside reflections written at a later date.

Yesterday's release date was particularly meaningful to Amanda as it marked exactly two years since she was told she would never walk again.

However, Amanda has managed to see the past couple of years in a positive light.

THe publication sees a long-time ambition come into fruition.

She said: "It was always my childhood dream to write a book. I used to string together bits of paper to make books and write little stories on them.

"I never would have written this book without the accident. In a way, a door shut but many opened and, for that reason, I wouldn't change my life.

"THe accident inspired me to live life to the fullest. I would cycle down that hill again."

Until the accident, Amanda was an avid cyclist and was training for a half Ironman triathlon. On August 9, 2015, she set off alone for a 56 mile ride as part of her training.

When cycling down Bury Hill, she discovered her brakes weren't working. As a result, she hit a sign at the bottom of the hill and became paralysed.

She was in hospital the next day when she used Facebook to let her friends know what had happened, which led to a year of online updates and, ultimately, The Sky is Not the Limit.

Amanda explained how it all began.

She said: "It started as a mistake, I never intended to write a book.

"I posted a selfie on Facebook the night after I found out I would never walk again.

THe idea was just to let my friends know that I was still alive and to stay positive.

"I told them I would keep them updated and I did just that.

"In fact, one day I didn't post anything and everyone was messaging me asking where I'd gone!"

Keeping people informed via social media was therapeutic for Amanda as it became her journal during her five months in hospital.

"Facebook was like a diary for me. I often say to people that while I was in hospital it was a window into my heart.

"It was really helpful for me to get messages on social media during that time. THe support from all over really kept me going," she said.

However, she hadn't realised that her words had been supporting others too.

She said: "I thought it would all stop once I was out of hospital but so many people still wanted to hear from me.

"I had one friend who told me I'd helped them keep going after they'd been diagnosed with cancer. THere are people that I don't even know that I've helped."

THis is what Amanda aims to continue with the release of her book.

"If anything, I'm hoping it brings smiles to readers' faces, or if they've experienced something similar I hope they can see that it's not the end.

"And I'm just an ordinary person as well.

I'm a middle-aged mum of four so I hope people can relate to me."

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Tributes paid to the life and activities of former mayor FURTHER tributes have been paid to a former mayor of Bognor Regis.

THe funeral of Paul Beckerson was held yesterday in Leigh-on-Sea where he lived and worked until his death from respiratory failure aged 68 last month.

As reported, it will be followed by a memorial at 7pm next Friday at THe Station pub in Bognor Regis. Everyone who knew Paul in his roles as a town councillor, town council officer and DJ over many decades in the town is invited to go along.

Paul's wife, Lyanne Beckerson, said she had fond memories of him.

“Paul helped to organise the Birdman Rally when he was in Bognor Regis and he was very much a man who wanted to get involved in events.

“THat was shown in Leigh-on-Sea when he led the town council in taking over a community centre that was going to close.

He was one of those people who made things happen," she said.

“He was very amenable as a person. He was always looking to help the community and he loved helping people.

“Leigh-on-Sea had been very good to him. It was the right thing for him to move here. He adored Bognor Regis and it was always his home but, in terms of his career, he wanted to move on.

“He wanted to be in a position where he was in charge and could make things happen – and that’s what he managed to do. He was very much a social politician.”

Paul had survived oesophageal cancer after an operation and five months of

chemotherapy. He only needed a few days off work and made a return to full health.

He retired last December and set out to study for a history degree but he developed a lung infection last Christmas.

THis developed into pneumonia and led to the respiratory failure from which he died on July 17 in Southend Hospital surrounded by his family.

Former Leigh-on-Sea town councillor

Donald Fraser said in an eulogy for Paul's funeral: "THose of us who got to really know Paul are sad at the loss of a great man. As soon as I met Paul seven years ago, I was most impressed.

"Like me, Paul was a great one for detail.

He had a real working knowledge of the numerous rules and regulations covering all aspects of town council activities.

"When Paul started here, he had two

staff and two rooms. By the time he retired, he had ten staff and nine rooms.

"He really put heart and soul into the job, working many hours of unpaid overtime.

Paul did good work allowing us to become a Quality Council and spent valuable time in helping to train his successor."

He and Lyanne soon became active members of St Clement's Church in the Essex town where his funeral was held.

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` Suspect sought after charity theft POLICE are seeking to identify the man in this image after a charity box was stolen from a Muslim centre in Bognor Regis.

THe suspect was seen to enter the lobby area of W S Muslim Society, in Spencer Street, and take the metal box which had been locked but not secured.

A Sussex Police spokesman said: "He then entered the washing area in the premises, where he proceeded to empty an unknown quantity of cash from the box, which he left at the scene."

THe incident occurred around 7.30pm on Wednesday, July 26.

Anyone who recognises the man, or who has any information about the incident, is asked to report it online quoting serial 904 of 28/07.

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Radio station offers mental health support SELFLESS volunteers from Bognor Regis hope to boost the reach of their radio station dedicated to mental health issues.

Radio Respect is believed to be the only station of its kind in the world and broadcasts 24 hours a day with feel-good music and sensitive discussions on mental health difficulties.

Now, the station, with an average of 60,000 listeners worldwide, has the chance to reach even more people after it has been given Community Interest Company status.

Following this recognition, founder Chris Collins is looking to broadcast Radio Respect on DAB alongside its current online domain.

THere is the hope that this could lead to sponsors and advertisers and lighten the burden on Chris, who has been covering the costs of the station himself. THe team are also considering setting up a resource centre in the future if its work continues to expand.

Mainly though, Chris, aged 51, hopes the station can reach as many people as possible. He said: "THe need for this station really is there. THe fact that we have 60,000 listeners proves that.

"Radio Respect began life four years ago in my shed with only five listeners.

Primarily, I set it up to help keep people company. And in 2015 we moved to our premises here in Commercial House in Station Road."

Chris was inspired to give a voice to those with mental health issues having worked at daycare service House 48 in Bognor Regis.

He was keen to provide something that was always available. "With other services, they shut down at the end of the day but we're here the whole time. We're here 24/7," he said.

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Some of them DJ for the station part-time and others are there as IT support and inhouse technicians.

Chris was extremely grateful for the work of the other volunteers. He said: "I have so much respect for our IT technicians, Reece Osborn and Tristan Williams, who work tirelessly to keep everything running smoothly.

"Last weekend, our server went down and if it wasn't for them we wouldn't have known what to do."

Most of the workers at Radio Respect were known to Chris through House 48.

Tony Lock, aged 50, was one such volunteer who initially persuaded Chris to develop the station into what it is now.

For Tony, the station opened up a great opportunity. He said: "I DJ'ed a lot in the 1970s in clubs and at parties but hadn't for a long time. It's great playing music here.

It's like an addiction."

Steve Ryman, 44, also enjoyed being one of the station's DJs. "I love it. When Chris told us about the station we all loved it and wanted to get involved.

"THere is still such a stigma surrounding mental health. It's nice to know we can talk about it and help others," he said.

Izzy Russell, 47, joined the team a couple

of months ago and is the first female DJ at the station. She said: "It gives me such a buzz, it's great to have a purpose like this."

THere was a definite sense among the volunteers that more still needs to be done to raise awareness of mental health issues.

Sammie Webb, aged 25, said: "Although mental health is now being talked about more, there is still more that can be done."

Twenty-one-year-old Edward Moorcroft, agreed. "Even though there are things like Mental Health Awareness Week, that's only a week, it's not there all the time like we are," he said.

For Richard Greenslade, 64, Radio Respect has become an important part of his life."Radio Respect cheers me up.

I'm still just a listener but I come along to meetings. It's nice to be involved," he said. Now Richard has even his own announcement for the radio to introduce Rod Stewart songs.

Alongside the station, the Radio Respect website also runs a chat-room so listeners can talk to each other as well as the team.

THrough this, Chris and the others have been able to provide constant support to those who want it.

Chris is proud of what the station has achieved and the potential it has for the future. He said: "We hope that one day mental health services can use us as a platform to help raise awareness of what's out there."

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for Radio Respect email: chris. collins@radiorespect.org.uk and to listen to the radio visit radiorespect.org.uk

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All fun and no sun indoors SUMMER fun has gone under cover with bad weather hitting Bognor Regis.

THis year's Funshine Days organised by Bognor Regis Town Council were moved indoors during the week as rain and wind swept the seafront.

THe poor conditions caused the music and movement workshops on Tuesday and Wednesday to be moved indoors to the Regis Centre's studio from their usual location at the bandstand on the prom.

Friends and mothers Jemma Hepburn, from Aldwick, and Alyson Livesey, from Felpham, both saw Tuesday and Wednesday's workshops advertised on Facebook. Jemma took her two daughters, aged ten and eight, and Alyson took her nine-year-old daughter.

Jemma said: "We came to the didgeridoo workshop and thought it was just brilliant. It was such a laugh and taught the children all

about the instrument and where it comes from and to learn about breathing too."

Wednesday's workshop organisers, Itara and Andy Mason, pictured right, from Workshop for Schools, travelled from Birmingham to host the event.

Itara said: "We've been really busy, even with the relocation. I really enjoy seeing the kids' faces and the excitement as they produce the music and try something new like the drums."

Susan Robbins, a nanny from Middleton, took Rafaella, aged four, along for the morning.

She said: "It's great you can just pop in and out when you want and it's available for all ages."

THe workshops are running throughout August with next week's theme of performance and art including a circus workshop and bubble performances. THe following week is Seaside Classics with Punch and Judy and donkey rides.

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` Eastergate burglary A SLEDGEHAMMER was used by a burglar at an Eastergate property.

THe crook smashed the glass on the front door of the address in Barnham Road.

Sussex Police crime investigator THomas Carpenter said: "THe offender gained entry to the back garden and smashed the glass in the front door with a sledgehammer that was left outside the property. THe glass smashing is likely to have made a significant amount of noise at a time when the neighbouring sports field would have been busy.

"Fortunately, on this occasion, nothing was stolen. I am urging anybody who saw or heard anything suspicious, or has any information regarding this burglary, to contact police."

THe break-in happened between 8am and 3pm on July 28. Anyone with information should report it online at sussex.police.uk quoting 924 of 28/07.

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PROPOSALS have been revealed for a new guest house in Bognor Regis.

Robert and Pauline Delaney have asked Arun District Council for planning approval to change the use of a family eight-bedroom house to a six-bedroom guest house. THe detached property is in Victoria Drive.

THe couple, who live in Felpham, say the current four parking spaces will stay.

Arun's economic development team has welcomed the plan. Business development manager Miriam Nicholls says in a statement: "We are always keen to see good visitor accommodation and our tourism officer is available to assist businesses to achieve good quality grading."

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Tom scores dream job with League One team f An early 20th century view of Bognor Regis Pier

Pier into the past on special tours SPECIAL tours have been arranged of Bognor Regis Pier as part of a national celebration.

THe Bognor Regis Trust has organised the two explorations of the Victorian landmark next month. THey will take place at 11am and 2pm on September 10 for the Heritage Open Days project around the country.

THe initiative celebrates hidden heritage and community assets across Britain - and the Grade II-listed pier is a perfect example of that.

A trust spokesman said: "THe tours will enable visitors to see the beautiful example of Edwardian architecture now converted to a nightclub, retaining many features of the original theatre. THe visits will include a

guided walk and presentation about the history of the pier and its role in the town over the last 150 years."

Tickets for the free tours can be booked at eventbrite.co.uk THe trust is starting to devise a heritage trail for Bognor Regis after its successful drop-in day in June about the idea.

"We canvassed ideas for a heritage trail and various other trails - what we should include and gained ideas for new blue plaques, places of interest, buildings and open spaces.

"THe event was a massive success with lots of discussion about what these could include. THe hard work starts now - how to develop, deliver and fund the ideas for the trails."

A TALENTED Selsey footballer has made his professional debut in front of almost 13,000 fans.

Tom Broadbent, aged 25, stepped out as defender for Bristol Rovers on Saturday in his first League One match.

THe match was a culmination of a lifetime's passion for the sport. Tom acknowledged that this helped him overcome any nerves he might have encountered.

He said: "It was my debut match so I was excited to be there.

"I wasn't nervous. THere were a lot of people watching but that gave me a real buzz. Once the match kicked off I was able to block them out and just focus on the game."

Rovers met Charlton Athletic at the latter's home ground of THe Valley.

Although the result was a 1-0 loss for Bristol, that didn't mar the experience for Tom. "Obviously, we were disappointed with the result. But it was still great. I really enjoyed it," he said.

Football has always been important for Tom, who had previously played for Selsey FC, the Bognor Rocks, Pagham FC and Chichester City, but after joining the army at the age of 19, thought it would remain only a hobby.

He continued to play while in the forces and eventually went semi-professional two years ago.

Tom was playing for Hayes and Reading when he heard of an opportunity at Rovers. He had to sign off from the army and give a year's notice

to try out, something that proved a risk worth taking.

He said: "I just thought, I'm 25 now, I've got to take the gamble or else I'll be kicking myself. THe gamble paid off.

I don't know what I would've done if it hadn't."

Although he hadn't been signed off for a whole year, the army allowed him to leave early to take the position.

He credits his army career, some of which included touring in Afghanistan, to part of his success.

"THe army has given me more confidence in myself and better discipline," he said.

For Tom, landing the job is still an unbelievable achievement.

He said: "I've loved football since I

was a kid. When I found out I'd been successful I couldn't believe it.

"It was what I'd always wanted - a dream come true. It was crazy. " Although the transition to League One was daunting for Tom, he feels he adjusted easily. "It's quite a big step up to come from Hayes and Reading to Bristol Rovers but I've settled in nicely," he said.

Part of this is due to the backing of his family.

He said: "My family are really supportive and come to watch my games whenever they can. It's quite a journey for them to make so I really appreciate it.

"My mum's definitely happier with what I'm doing now rather than when I was in the army!"

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DAVID F. Sandberg helms the follow-up to 2014’s hugely successful Annabelle, which scared audiences everywhere and earned up to nearly $257 million at the worldwide box office during its run in cinemas.

Several years after the tragic death of their little girl, a doll maker and his wife welcome a nun and several girls from a shuttered orphanage into their home. THey soon become the target of the doll maker’s possessed creation, Annabelle.

f The Nut Job 2: Nutty By Nature f Atomic Blonde Atomic Blonde Baby Release date: 9 August Director: David Leitch Starring: Charlize Theron, James McAvoy, Sofia Boutella Genre: Action, Mystery, Thriller OSCAR winner, character actor, most beautiful woman in the world – Charlize THeron has been called many things. With Atomic Blonde, she can add ‘rampaginginternational-super-spy’ to the list.

`"Furious, Based on the graphic novel The Coldest City, it stars THeron as Lorraine Broughton, an MI6 spy dispatched to Germany on the eve of the Berlin Wall’s collapse. Her mission: track down those responsible for assassinating undercover western agents. Between partnering with Berlin station chief Percival and encounters with French operative Delphine, Broughton begins decimating enemy safe houses searching for the truth.

Director David Leitch delivers a tone similar to his work on 2014’s John Wick, but turned up to 11. Furious, neon-soaked, and hyper-real, with long handheld shots and choreography, Atomic Blonde makes the Bourne franchise look almost child-friendly.

neon-soaked, and hyperreal, with long handheld shots and choreography, Atomic Blonde makes Bourne look almost childfriendly."

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The Hound of the Baskervilles August 30-September 2 New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth info@newtheatreroyal.com 023 9264 9000 www.newtheatreroyal.com DIG OUT your tweed deer stalker hats and Victorian capes: Sherlock Holmes is coming to Portsmouth.

THis production marks part of the celebrations for the 130th anniversary of the publication of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's A Study in Scarlet - the debut of Holmes and Watson.

Torchlight Mysteries are excited to present this fast-paced, far-fetched spoof of this beloved Holmesian classic The Hound of the Baskervilles to audiences.

Conan Doyle’s famous novel is given a fondly farcical overhaul in this caper

through London, the moors, and back to Baker Street.

With only three actors you will meet 17 different characters with laughs along the way guaranteed.

Torchlight Mysteries pride themselves on their high-energy, hilarious retellings of classic murder mystery tales.

So whether you are a fan of Agatha Christie or Conan Doyle then you will find much to love about this company.

Faithfully reproducing the look and feel of the originals, they perform in heritage locations, producing sitespecific productions that put the audience at the heart of the action.

THis production is no exception and is certain to have both fans and newcomers to Holmes' work hungry for more.

Tickets cost £16.50.

Buster Plays Buster August 14 Chichester Cinema at New Park info@chichestercinema.org 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org FOLLOWING on from last year’s successful visit, this new show features the Keaton classic Steamboat Bill Jr and an additional presentation, The Life of Buster Keaton, which is accompanied by Buster Birch's live jazz quartet.

THe show opens with The Life of Buster Keaton, a unique presentation created

by Buster Birch telling the amazing story of Keaton’s life and 67-year career, which straddled all three major forms of entertainment in the 20th century; vaudeville, movies and television.

THis is also accompanied by the quartet playing a specifically arranged score of jazz standards including The Jitterbug Waltz, Hello Young Lovers, When You're Smiling and Can't Help Loving That Man.

"Witness the popular Holmes tale as you've never imagined."

A Midsummer Night's Dream at the castle

THis will then be followed by the epic 1928 silent film Steamboat Bill Jr. It was the last feature-length film he ever made with complete artistic freedom and marks the end of his golden era.

It features the hapless young Buster trying to win the approval of his long lost father, the rough and tough steamboat captain Steamboat Bill Sr, who loses his business and liberty.

Knowing it is his last roll of the dice, Keaton throws everything into this movie, including building an entire town only to destroy it, as well as several death defying stunts.

For this Buster Birch has created a brand new jazz score with a set of completely different jazz standards which again have been specifically arranged and scored to perfectly fit each scene. His first class quartet, featuring some of London's finest jazz musicians, play with superb skill, making this a must see for any fan of live music as well as Keaton's work.

Tickets cost £12.50.

A Midsummer Night's Dream August 25 and 26 Arundel Castle visits@arundelcastle.org 01903 882173 www.arundelcastle.org

"Don't miss the chance to see this beloved play in such a beautiful setting."

"A powerful insight into the work of the silent movie genius."

Movie star Buster Keaton

WHAT better way to enjoy the summer weather and beautiful setting of Arundel Castle than with an outdoor production of Shakespeare's most beloved comedy?

THe castle is set to host two nights of stunning al-fresco Shakespeare in its highlyacclaimed Collector Earl’s Garden this August, marking the culmination of the Arundel Festival.

THe castle, which is this year celebrating the 950th anniversary of its initial construction, will welcome the GB THeatre Company for two captivating performances of much-loved Shakespearian comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Set in Arundel Castle’s enchanting gardens, which are alive with thousands of colourful blooms, these shows offer theatre lovers an experience like no other.

THe Shakespeare in the Collector Earl’s Garden event is now in its eighth year, with talented actors travelling from across the country to take to the specially crafted stage in front of the aptly titled Oberon’s Palace.

Castle manager Bryan McDonald is pleased to see the return of the shows.

He said: “For regular theatre-goers, our shows offer a twist on the traditional and for those who may be experiencing Shakespeare for the first time, it’s a magical introduction.”

To cap-off the spectacular summer experience, audiences are invited to enjoy a picnic in the castle grounds ahead of the performance, providing a rare opportunity to bask in the beauty of Arundel Castle at dusk.

Tickets start at £16.

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Clocktower Classics 2017 August 20 Portsmouth Guildhall and Guildhall Square 0844 847 2362 www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk CLOCKTOWER CLASSICS is back for 2017.

But now it is even bigger and better than before, with a new antique, art and design and vintage market running alongside it.

Attracting an audience of over 5,500 last

year, this annual classics show will feature over 100 classic cars, bikes and scooters, 60 market stalls inside and outside the venue and 25 live music acts on three different stages.

THere will also be a special children's area with bouncy castle and mini race track together with a whole variety of food and drink to cater for every taste.

THe live music, bars and BBQ will continue until 9pm.

THis is a great family day with something to appeal to everyone and amazing value for money. THere will also be on the spot prizes for classic car of the show and best dressed attendee.

With so much on offer, this event is not just for petrol-heads!

Adult entry is £4 on the day. Early bird tickets are just £3 and available in person at the Portsmouth Guildhall box office. Under fives go free and under 12 tickets cost £2.

"Whether a motor-head or not there's something for everyone to enjoy at this special event."

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Kipling's The Jungle Book August 26 and 27 Connaught Theatre, Worthing theatres@adur-worthing.gov.uk 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk SPECTACULAR street-dance and breathtaking circus combine to bring Kipling’s classic tale crashing into the 21st century.

Fresh from its international tour, award-winning Metta THeatre’s critically acclaimed production of Jungle Book will delight the whole family.

Mowgli is finding her way in the urban jungle. With a beat-loving bin man Baloo, graffiti artist Bagheera and a skateboarding Wolf crew, this heart-warming coming of age story will astonish and amaze.

Choreographed by Kendra J

Horsburgh (BirdGang Dance Company, Into the Hoods, Sadler’s Wells and Blaze) and featuring jaw-dropping tricks from an extraordinary cast of international performers, this is a show for all ages.

And for anyone interested in the work of Metta THeatre you yourself can get involved with their exciting workshops taking place on August 25 and 26 at the Worthing Pavilion THeatre.

Star of Jungle Book Nathalie Alison will teach you the basics of aerial hoop with no prior experience required.

Workshops are available to both children and adults and more details can be found on the website listed above.

Tickets for Jungle Book start at £8.50.

"The stunning dance and aerobic skills of the Metta Theatre company is already putting an exciting new twist on the classic tale."

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August 26 Alexandra Theatre, Bognor Regis 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk

"Hear some of the biggest hits of the 1960s as played by top revivalists."

FOR ANYONE who is a fan of music from the 1960s the hottest ticket in town has just arrived.

Get ready to bring on back the 60s starring fabulous live band THe New Amen Corner featuring some very special guests.

THey are excited to be welcoming the original voice of THe Searchers, Mike Pender, to the stage with them. Expect to hear some of their most famous hits including Needles and Pins, When You Walk In The Room, Sweets For My Sweet and Sugar And Spice.

Also joining them will be the sensational Chris Farlowe who will deliver to you such tunes as Out Of Time, Handbags And Gladrags and Let The Heartaches Begin.

As a huge star of the 60s, you might best remember his hit Out of Time that outsold all other artists and was number one for 13 weeks around the time England won the World Cup in 1966.

So join THe New Amen Corner for a fantastic evening with Europe’s leading 60s revivalists, as they perform two hours of the best hits from the most prolific decade in musical history that was the 1960s.

Tickets cost £19.50 and are selling fast so be sure to book yours soon!

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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?

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

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!

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

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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!

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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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A positive attitude is key to unlocking a happier life I HAVE just come back from a very close friend's funeral.

Having sobbed all the way home from Winchester, I felt as if could hardly contain myself.

I needed to go to the supermarket to get some food in for the children, but just couldn’t face it.

It's weird isn’t it, that sometimes you can spend the day doing something utterly amazing, or something gut wrenchingly sad, but all around you people are going about their daily business seemly without a care in the world.

But that’s life and life goes on. It’s a cycle and an ever-moving wave of life, full of ups and downs, and highs and lows.

THe one thing that was said in the many speeches at this amazing funeral about my lovely friend Jonathan, was how his incredible attitude to life inspired so many people. He was blessed with extremely good looks, and was very charming.

But underneath the gorgeous appearance was a huge amount of heartache and pain. He encountered many family tragedies, (more than one would imagine in a lifetime) and was then faced with his own personal illness for the last three years of his life.

But all the way through life, he remained optimistic, positive and gave everyone time, love and a feeling of importance.

He had a massive positive impact on my life, and it has made me think hard just generally about how we choose to see things.

Question: do you think attitude is more important than facts? Is it more important than the past? THan education or money, or

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THe only thing you can change is your attitude.

Don’t you think that life is ten percent what happens to you and 90 percent how you react to it?

What about the pursuit of happiness? Surely this is a matter of choice...right?

It is a positive attitude we choose to express. It is not a gift delivered to our door each morning, nor does it come through the window. And it is certain that our circumstances are not the things that make us joyful. If we wait for them to get just right, we will never be happy again.

THe impact on your attitude to life is enormous.

It’s basically everything. How you see the world, how you treat people, how you feel when you wake up in the morning and what your thoughts are last thing at night.

THis man, my friend, was faced with a life threatening illness, and yet remained happy, positive, sure of himself and with his family.

He planned his own funeral, said his goodbyes to his children, faced the hardest things most of us will never have to do, but up until the last moment, his attitude was impeccable.

I talk about health so much, and the right foods to eat, how we can best conduct our lives, but no matter what any of us are facing, it's good to remind ourselves that we can't change things.

Bitterness, hatred, sadness are all negative emotions and normally the only person they effect is the person who feels that way. If we all just stop

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to think how we try to change people, how we try and remain in control of everything, how we moan, bitch and complain!

But if we just let go and trust in the process of life, no matter what hard times we are facing, it could change everything in just one moment.

Whatever religion you are, or whatever your beliefs, I think this Buddha quote says it all: "Peace is a state of mind and every person has the ability to find peace through their own thoughts.

"Do not seek peace from another person, a different location or a different age.

"Peace must be found from the soul."

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Delicious food at Grill LOVE at first bite is assured with tasty takeaway meals at The Charcoal Grill in Bognor Regis.

Mouth-watering mozzarella fingers, marinated fillet of lamb or chicken on the skewer, interlaced with slices of onion, green peppers and mushrooms and grilled over a charcoal grill?

Enough to get your taste buds excited? If not, try a traditional Turkish dolma; stuffed vine leaves with rice, herbs and spices.

Perhaps a vegetarian pizza with green peppers, onions, mushrooms and sweetcorn fits the bill?

It all sounds delicious, right? It could easily be a selection of grub worthy of a trendy High Street eatery menu. But all of the above is available from one of the best of what is more commonly known as “kebab shops” in Bognor Regis.

The Charcoal Grill, in the town’s Station Road, offers a vast selection of food. It can be taken away or why not eat in to take advantage of our excellent service in our lovely restaurant area. Customers have been doing just that for 35 years - and they keep coming back for more time after time.

Be it pizza, burgers or kebabs, all meals on the extensive menu are prepared with fresh ingredients by experienced staff who will ensure that your food is cooked just the way you like it.

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Customer Lesley Todd has been a regular at the Charcoal Grill for many years and is happy to endorse both the quality of the service and the food.

She said: “I have used this place for a long time now and the guys are so friendly. I find that the food quality is second to none, the delivery is quick and it’s open very late which can be handy, especially when I have been working long hours.”

“I genuinely can’t fault it. They also cater for all the family and have a kid’s menu so if you want to have a break from cooking try ordering a takeaway and I am sure that you will not be disappointed.”

And the dessert menu is particularly tempting, too.

Try the Baklava; a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped nuts and sweetened and held together with syrup or honey.

Don’t just take our word for it. See for yourself online at www.bognorcharcoalgrill.co.uk and browse through the extensive menu in the comfort of your own home.

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Our capital city is not the only place for top tipple Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys

LONDON'S calling, sang THe Clash, so off I sojourned in search of a decent bottle of Burgundy and, virtue of serendipity, stumbled across El Vino at number 47 Fleet Street espying a most appetising menu and a wine-list that captivated my attention and lured me into the premises.

I proceeded to order a 2009 Pommard Ier Cru Les Épenots produced by Joseph Voillot and found it to be divine (2009 was a very good Burgundy year) with great structure packed with deep and ripe wild berry aromas and gamey flavours and great complexity without having to expend a three figure sum - quel délice!

London is a great money vacuum cleaner, nonetheless, so on my return to the provinces I popped into the Rose Green Co-Operative store and looked particularly into offers that will expire on August 15.

THe first white wine which caught my attention was a 2016 Australian Signal Post Chardonnay on offer at just £4.99 from a family vinery established in 1985 in South Australia.

THis wine can be consumed with food or on its own and is ripe and fruity and a

veritable bargain at this price!

For an offer price of £5.99 the Reserva Casillero del Diablo 2016 Chilean Sauvignon Blanc was a pleasant surprise and oozed citrus and peach flavours with a dry finish and has made me feel more amenable to Chilean whites!

For an extra 80 pence expended, the 2016 Cuvée Prestige Château Moulin De Launay Entre-Deux-Mers proved to be distinctive, given that it is a wine

produced on clay and limestone soil, and is one to add to your repertoire! THis wine is delightfully fresh and fruity, but with a crisp, dry finish and is a good starter wine for guests to whet their appetite, a wine for any season and ultimately a good stand-alone wine.

My final white wine selection at an offer price of £6.99 was the house wine of the chatterati - namely a 2016 Ned Waihopai River Sauvignon Blanc produced by

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Suffice to say that this is a big wine characterised by green, grassy herbacity and exuding gunflint, being both bold on the nose and strong on the palate with a lovely combination of fruits and a long and pleasing finish - a great buy at this price.

In terms of reds, for the parsimonious among you, I chanced upon a 2015 THe California Red Shiraz Ruby Cabernet which, for a modest price of well under £5, could never be a headliner, but could just pass as a final party wine.

For an offer price of £5.99 the 2016 Reserva Casillero del Diablo Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon utterly fails to

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INGREDIENTS • 900ml chicken or vegetable stock (or Miso soup mix) • 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, about 175g/6oz • 1 tsp chopped fresh root ginger • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped • 50g rice or wheat noodles • 2 tbsp sweetcorn, canned or frozen • 2-3 mushrooms, thinly sliced • 2 spring onions, shredded • 2 tsp soy sauce, plus extra for serving • mint or basil leaves and a little shredded chilli (optional), to serve

disappoint and inspired a sense of devilment in me to effect purchase thereof and noted that this wine oozes cassis and black cherry flavours with hints of coffee and dark chocolate and would admirably complement any red meat!

For a mere £6.49 the Muriel Vendimia Seleccionada 2015 Rioja proved to be good value being medium-bodied, plummy with hints of spice and decidedly smooth with soft tannins - one to procure post haste.

My final selection for £7.79 was a 2016 McGuigan Black Label Shiraz which was a wine bursting with flavour with ripe plum and blackberry jam to the fore and exuding spice with hints of vanilla and pepper and a wine I wholeheartedly recommend to you.

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1. Pour the stock into a pan and add the chicken, ginger and garlic. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, partly cover and simmer for 20 mins, until the chicken is tender.

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corn, mushrooms, half the spring onions and the soy sauce. Simmer for 3-4 mins until the noodles are tender. Ladle into two bowls and scatter over the remaining spring onions, herbs and chilli shreds if using. Serve with extra soy sauce for sprinkling.

• 1 x 400g punnet strawberries • 1 x 250g tub mascarpone • ½ x 397g can condensed milk • cones and sprinkles, to serve

1. Pull the green hulls out of the strawberries. If they are still quite hard, cut them in half or quarters with a table knife. Tip them into a flat-bottomed dish.

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you can. Tip into a bowl.

Ask your grown-up helper to give you a hand if you need to.

3. Add the mascarpone and mash this in – don’t worry if it is a bit lumpy. Add the condensed milk and mix everything together.

Don’t worry if the mix is streaky.

4. Spoon the mixture into a metal or plastic box and put it in the freezer.

Wait until the next day or at least 6 hours before scooping into bowls or cones. Decorate how you like.

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Community News & Views SOCIAL action season is well underway as young people in the Arun district take on a series of projects.

National Citizen Service participants have been raising awareness of two of the area's charities, Coastal Mind and My Sisters' House.

THeir efforts in the scheme's summer programme have been given the seal of approval in a recent visit by the district's MP, Nick Gibb, pictured below with the young people.

Mr Gibb, the MP for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, said: "It was a real pleasure to meet the group of 15 young people taking part in NCS. "THey were all engaging, confident people who have clearly enjoyed their four weeks and benefited from them."

National Citizen Service is a county-wide programme which brings together groups of 16-17-year-olds to help build their confidence, mix with different social groups and inspire longterm change through local community-based action projects.

THis includes residential trips and social action work.

Some 200 young people aged 15-17 from the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton area take part in NCS every year.

Elsewhere in the county, two other NCS groups have been raising awareness and fundraising for charitable causes in Chichester.

Last week, nearly £1,000 was raised at a community fair in Florence Park for the children's care charity - THe Sussex Snowdrop Trust.

And at Chichester College, another NCS group staged the first Chi Pride, generating £100 for the Sussex LGBT charity, Allsorts.

NCS is delivered in Arun and Chichester by West Sussex County Council. Its cabinet member for children and young people, Cllr Stephen Hllier, said: "THe NCS is a fantastic programme and one that is accessible to all young people in West Sussex."

RESIDENTS in the Post Newspapers' area can have their say about important county-wide issues.

West Sussex County Council has launched Your Voice – The People’s Panel, a way for people in the area to make their views known.

Formerly known as the E-Panel, Your Voice is a community of people who have volunteered to be consulted regularly about local matters, many of which may affect them.

Anyone who lives in West Sussex can sign-up.

Once registered, members will receive links to surveys, reports and outcomes, as well as links to other public surveys – allowing them to give their views, see the results and find out how their opinions can influence key decisions.

County council leader Cllr Louise Goldsmith said: “It is so important that we make sure our residents’ voice is at the centre of everything we do.

“As a county council, 80 per cent of our services are provided to our residents, so we need to consider their views with every decision we make.

“To help us do that, an E-Panel was developed to help us engage with people across the county. We have 6,000 local residents signed up to this already and they are regularly helping us to make decisions through the views they give on a whole range of issues.

“To get more people involved, and make sure the people we’re talking to are representative of our diverse county, we are updating this panel.

“Renamed Your Voice: The People’s Panel, we will be using both new and emerging digital channels to gather opinions, but also finding new ways to reach out to more people, in person and online.”

To register, visit haveyoursay.westsussex.gov.uk and select the Sign-up – Your Voice option in the top menu.

TWENTY-TWO members and supported of the Bognor Regis branch of NASS enjoyed a cream tea and raised more than £150 for the charity.

THe event, pictured above, took place at the Selsey home of the branch chairman, Anthony Tuffin, and his wife, Rosemarie. A raffle organised

by Clare Wilton, of Chichester, raised £60 of the total.

Mr Tuffin said: "Originally planned for the garden, tea was served indoors because of the rain but that did not spoil the event."

THanking the guests, he explained that Anklyosing Spondylitis was a painful form of arthritis and NASS helped sufferers by providing essential physiotherapy which was not regularly available on the NHS. THis was the fifth cream tea for Bognor Regis NASS and brought the total raised by them to more than £1,100.

THe National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society is the charity for people who have AS. THe condition is a

painful, progressive form of inflammatory arthritis. An estimated 200,000 people in the UK have it - that is twice the number of those who have Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis.

AS sometimes leads to irreversible fusing of the spine and it can also affect other joints, tendons and ligaments. Eyes, bowel, skin, lungs and heart may also be affected.

THere is no cure for AS. It is managed by a combination of pain relief and stretching exercises.

AS patients, mainly in the Bognor Regis and Chichester area, meet for gym and hydrotherapy exercise at 6pm on Wednesdays at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital.

It is funded by members' fees, fundraising events and charitable donations.

Anyone who wishes to get in touch with the branch should contact Mr Tuffin on 01243 604715. Further information about NASS can be found at its website - nass.co.uk.

COMMUNITIES in the Post Newspapers area have been invited to apply for funds to protect them from flooding.

West Sussex County Council has made £500,000 available in the current year to help to pay for the essential work.

Applications for the Operation Watershed Active Community Fund are welcome from parish and town councils and community groups.

Cllr Bob Lanzer, the county council's cabinet member for infrastructure and highways, said: "Operation Watershed is up and running once again for those community projects that protect people and properties from the risks of surface water and groundwater flooding.

"THousands of homes have already been protected from potential surface water or groundwater flooding and other flood-related issues thanks to Operation Watershed over the years, and there will be plenty more to benefit this year."

THe county council has approved its first batch of Operation Watershed applications for 2017/18. THe amount awarded reached £54,126.

THe criteria used to assess applications are: the scheme addresses recognised surface or groundwater flooding issues; has strong community support; demonstrates value for money; and will realise benefits for the community concerned.

Community groups, volunteer groups, town and parish councils within the county are all eligible to apply. Applications need to be supported by the area's county councillor.

THe county council advises those interested in obtaining the funding to apply as soon as possible. Previous years have seen the fund oversubscribed.

THose who have been successful this summer in getting backing include Manhood Wildlife and Heritage Group's FLOW project with £3,590 towards equipment for volunteers.

THe project supports 11 parish and town councils on the Manhood Peninsula to work with residents and landowners on fixing and linking wetlands.

As part of its recruitment drive for volunteers, it needs basic tools and equipment to help with tasks such as ditch clearances and pond improvements. THose tools will be funded by the grant.

Another scheme to benefit is West Itchenor Parish Council's scheme to alter Itchenor Road Pond.

It has received £4,602 to change the pond wall to reduce the risk of overflowing and add a sleeper feature to retain water during rainstorms. Community volunteers have already completed hours of preparation work for the project.

THe pond was built to store water at a higher height than the adjacent road and surrounding farmland. It is often stagnant and polluted and has little value as a habitat or holding pool.

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KITE flyers are being urged at a Bognor Regis event to enjoy their pastime safely.

UK Power Networks is using the Bognor Regis Kite Festival in West Park on August 26-28 to remind those taking part to be aware of overhead power lines around the country.

THe company runs the electricity network of more than 65,300km of overhead lines across London, the south east and east of England.

THese carry power to homes

and businesses at anything from 240 to 132,000 volts.

Emma Palmer, UK Power Networks' safety, engagement and education officer, said: "THe summer and autumn months are popular times for families and youngsters to enjoy bright and blustery days flying kites.

"Electricity can jump across gaps - just lightning - and it can kill. People often don't spot the danger when flying a kite near overhead lines."

COFFEE morning supporters in West Meads in Aldwick have taken their backing for a hospital to nearly £10,000.

THe regulars at the midweek social occasions have made their latest donation, pictured above, to the Friends charity at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital.

THe £700 charity took the total amount raised from the coffee mornings in the to £9,400.

Louisa Freezer, one of the organisers of the mornings, said: "We welcome anyone to this THursday coffee morning in West Meads Hall. It is lovely seeing newcomers to the neighbourhood settling down very quickly making new friends.

"THe hall is an extremely attractive and well equipped place, with a very wide choice of activities every day of the week."

THe get-togethers do not take place this month because many supporters are on holiday but they will start again on September 7.

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By Sylvia Endacott

Seafront site has entertained generations Refurbishment made venue the town's most popular destination for young people THE ORIGINAL Bognor building named the Kursaal was constructed in 1911 and was the work of William Tate, a local builder, who was responsible for THe Arcade and many other constructions at the turn of the last century.

THe Kursaal, once described as a large complex with copper domes and white woodwork, was opened to the public on Sunday, June 4, 1911, with a concert by the Royal Garrison Artillery Band. THis was followed by the first production of a musical by Heidelberg.

We can only surmise how the building was perceived when it was built, on a somewhat open seafront. It must have appeared as a very ambitious construction, with its distinctive architectural design, especially considering the population of the town of just over 8,000.

THe original Kursaal building contained a rooftop roller-skating rink, club and small concert hall with the main theatre able to seat an audience of 1,200 people for their popular shows. At the end of the First World War, some eight years after the opening, there was a name change because of anti-German feeling and it became the THeatre Royal in 1919.

Within a month of its original opening, films were being shown such as the Coronation of King George V, who was later to visit the town.

Films were only shown on a Sunday during the summer months, but nightly during the winter

months. It was to be one of the first theatres to boast electric light with their 30 ‘frosted globes’ hanging from the centre of the high carved ceiling and it was claimed at the time it was superior to many of the London theatres.

THe advertising of this facility was quite extensive and just one of the brochures for the 1923 season lists all the live concerts to be held during July, August and September with prices ranging from 1s (5p) in the upper circle to 25s (£1.25) for a reserved box.

Additionally, there was the Palais De Danse, Pierrotland Concert Hall, THeatre Royal, Mimosa Café and Tea Gardens which were soon being supported by the public. On the first floor was the Esplanade Club, which residents could join, and holidaymakers could pay 10p per week for admittance to the club. It was popular as the club had a balcony running along the whole of the front of the building where members could sit and view the sea.

In 1935, one of the productions in the THeatre Royal was entitled Bognor on Parade, which was staged by local groups to raise the ever necessary money for Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital.

THe theatre was closed for a few years during the Second World War because the seafront was shut to prevent an invasion. THe last live show was at Christmas, 1941, and it reopened

Prices ranged from 5p in the upper circle to £1.25 for a reserved box in 1923

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in 1947 as the Rex Entertainment Centre. After extensive refurbishment, and the welcome addition of a ballroom with a 'smooth maple floor and luxurious appointment', according to a press report in August, 1947, it was also 'destined to become Bognor’s most popular rendezvous for young people'. THe first dance held was in support of the local community and was attended by 600 people, with proceeds being presented to the British Red Cross. THe THeatre Royal, entered from Belmont Street, retained that name when the seaward end of the complex became the Rex. However, stage shows ceased and it ended its life as a cinema.

Shops were also a feature of the Rex Building, being under the roof along York Road, shielded by a covered walkway. One of the main landmarks was a unique clock advertising Wade the Jewellers and Opticians prominently situated on the corner. THe clock was operated by a unit inside the shop and was lit by a gas jet. In the 1930s there was a gas explosion, which resulted in glass and jewellery being scattered into York Road. Later, these premises were occupied by Jas. Walker until its closure in 1975.

After the major refurbishment of the Rex, this area became more fashionable for the local shop owners, mainly housing ice cream parlours, tobacconists and other summer seaside-related shops, including toys, fancy goods, rock shops, booksellers and cafés.

On the other side of York Road, on the corner of THe Esplanade, the ever-popular Goodacres toyshop delighted children until it was demolished to make way for the Place St Maur des Fosses. From 1956, Cleeves camera shop was situated next to Goodacres. Nearby was the Bijou Café where today stands the

visitor information centre. Previously known as THe Tourist Information Bureau, it occupied premises within the Rex building from 1972 to 1975.

THe THeatre Royal, which was approached down a short arcade leading from Belmont Street, also housed a number of shops, including in THe Arcade: Marshals – ladies outfitter, WK Rolfe and Co, a music warehouse, and Dyson and Son (Bognor) Ltd. Finally, in October, 1979, this grand Edwardian construction was demolished. THis area was eventually to be redeveloped with the Regis Centre.

THe Regis Centre was advertised as a £950,000 entertainment centre and as part of a central feature of a redevelopment area for the seafront. THe shows destined for it were those that had been enjoyed in the Esplanade THeatre.

THe new building was opened by the Duke of Norfolk on March 11, 1980. THe theatre had seating for 382 people, there were meeting rooms, with an area capable of holding 500 people, and a café.

It is quite interesting to look through paperwork and reports of a building that has been so much in the public eye and has had so much written about it over its history. Memory tends to enhance poor publicity while the excellent shows will most probably have been forgotten.

Since the Regis Centre opened, it has gone through many phases, not least being the transformation of the hall and several meeting rooms into THe Regis pub, facing the prom. We now have a charitable trust of volunteers who have the major task of looking after the shows and both the centre's interior and exterior.

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Treasurer – Chichester Stroke Club Chichester Stroke Club is a unique facility providing continued aftercare and encouragement to stroke survivors when they leave hospital, through mental and physical stimulation and support, and respite for carers and partners, enabling them to meet likeminded people in a relaxed environment. The club also raises awareness of stroke to the local community through fundraising, a website, speakers and outings. They are looking

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General Volunteer – The Regis Centre The Regis Centre provides professional and commercial entertainment in the theatre to the people of Bognor Regis, as well as facilities for local people to engage in the performing arts. Volunteers are required to carry out various tasks within the Centre. There are various opportunities such as working in the Charity shop, Cafe, Box office, Administration, Stage work, Cleaning and general DIY. When there is an evening show some volunteers act as Ushers, cafe helpers and ice cream sellers. If you think you could help out with one or more of these tasks they would love to hear from you.

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Pagham lose ground at the top after PostSport home defeat as Chi continue to fly PAGHAM lost ground at the top of Sussex Division THree but Chichester Priory Park remain perfectly poised to take a promotion spot.

Stuart Hanks' Pagham side are now 23 points away from the top two positions after losing at home to Burgess Hill by 62 runs.

Chi, meanwhile, chalked up a 60 run win on the road at Bexhill seconds, leaving them second with just four games to play.

Both sides are on the road tomorrow, Pagham making the trip to Eastbourne seconds while Chi visit Preston Nomads. (both 12.30pm).

Hanks' side made a good start to the match against Burgess Hill, reducing the visitors to 32-3 after winning the toss and choosing to bowl. But anchored by 67 from opener Tom Trowbridge, Pagham's bowlers were unable to restrict Hill to below 200 as they reached 217-8 before declaring.

In reply, only Ryan Barratt (37) looked completely comfortable as wickets fell regularly before the home side were dismissed for 155, just two overs shy of the cut-off point in the rain-affected match.

Chi, meanwhile, made it five games

unbeaten with a remarkable comeback against Bexhill seconds.

After batting first, it took a score of 35 from Priory's number 10 James Stemp to push them over the 100 mark, eventually reaching 131 all out. In reply, Chi's bowlers performed excellently, with Matthew Geffen (5 for 29) and Abhishek Patel (3 for 22) starring as the hosts were bowled out for just 71.

In the Sussex Premier Division, Middleton will be hoping to complete their first match in a month as they welcome Hastings & St Leonards Priory to the Sports Ground tomorrow (12pm).

Last week's washout against Cuckfield, when the hosts were 105-4, was the third in a row for Sean Heath's side.

In division two, second-bottom Bognor Regis travel to second-placed Ifield tomorrow still looking to pick up points to avoid the drop.

THe quest took a blow last week with defeat on the road at Eastbourne by three wickets.An excellent 88 from Joe Ashmore gave Bognor hope but the hosts reached the total in just 31 overs. Bognor were also deducted five points for 'accumulated breach of disciplinary rules'.

f Pagham celebrate taking a wicket

f Burgess Hill's Ben Hopkins is trapped LBW by Peter Cotterill - but Pagham fell short in chasing the target of 217.

Chichester's late charge continues

f Bognor B in action at Waterloo Square

CHICHESTER A continued their late season charge with a convincing 86-58 win over Norfolk A. THe victory secured Chi eight points as they closed the gap on Worthing and leaders Worthing Pavilion A at the top of the West Sussex Bowls League division one.

With four games to go, the team based in Priory Park have an outside shot of winning the title.

To do so, they must defeat league leaders Worthing Pavilion when they make the trip along the coast tomorrow (2pm).

After more than a week off, Bognor A return to action on Sunday (2pm) travelling to Southbourne before hosting East Preston A at Waterloo Square on THursday.

In division three, rain put paid to any hopes of action with Middleton's visit to Marine Gardens and Bognor B's match at Maltravers abandoned.

THis week sees fourth-placed Pagham host Arundel on Monday before playing

Witterings at home on THursday.

Meanwhile, third-bottom Bognor B travel to Worthing Pavilion B on Wednesday looking to put in a late season charge.

Elsewhere, they may only be friendlies, but there is a lot of pride at stake when Selseybased Little Spain BC meet their local rivals, Crablands.

Having lost at Crablands back in May, in their first match of the season by 12 shots, Little Spain turned the tables in the home fixture with a victory by 84 shots to 64.

THis means they won the two-legged match by eight shots overall and took the unofficial title of Champions of Selsey for this season.

THe heavy rain affected Little Spain's trip to East Preston and led to it being cancelled but the weather was much better for their journey to the Witterings.

THe result was not so good as they suffered a 21 shot defeat despite winning on two of the five rinks.

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DARTS: Lee Gladman fired a 30-point dart average as his Friary Z side shut out Newtown Amity in the Bognor Friday Summer Darts League.

Here are the rest of the results from week 13: DIVISION ONE - Hunston Hares 0 Friary 'Z' 14; Newtown Amity 10 Squash Club 6; QE2 Cobras BRSA Wanderers FORFEITED by QE2; Hunston Hares 6 Friary 'Z' 10.

MAN OF THE MATCH - Lee Gladman (Friary 'Z') 13 & 20 darts [30.36 av]; Alex Norgett (Newtown Amity) 19 & 28 darts [20.23 av]; Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') 17 & 18 darts [28.63 av]. OTHER GOOD GAMES - Lee Franklin (Friary 'Z') 16 & 27 darts [23.30 av]; Micky Rowland (Friary 'Z') 17 & 21 darts [26.37 av]; Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') 19 & 33 darts [19.27 av]; Rob Tite (Newtown Amity) 20 & 30 darts [20.04 av]; Richard Ragless (Squash Club) 23 & 32 darts [18.22 av]; Stuart Rose (Newtown Amity) 25 & 27 darts [19.27 av]; Lee Gladman (Friary 'Z') 17 & 28 darts [22.27 av]; Micky Rowland (Friary 'Z') 19 & 20 darts [22.62 av] - 2nd leg 10 left in 27 darts; Lee Franklin (Friary 'Z') 23 & 27 darts [19.51 av] - 1st leg 176 left in 18 darts; Tony Phillips (Hunston Hares) 25 & 30 darts [18.22 av] 180s Alex Norgett (Newtown Amity) x1; Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') x2; Micky Rowland (Friary 'Z') x1. HIGH OUT SHOTS Stuart Rose (Newtown Amity) 60; Rob Collins (Friary 'Z') 74.

DIVISION TWO - BRSA Ravens 5 QE2 Galleon 11; Aldwick Legion 12 Chi Snooker Club 6; Friary 'D' 8 Aldingbourne Mavericks 8.

MAN OF THE MATCH - Stuart Gray (QE2 Galleon) 19 & 21 darts [25.05 av]; Dave Bourne (Aldwick Legion) 19 & 28 darts [21.32 av]; Adam Judd (Aldingbourne Mavericks) 21 & 27 darts [20.88 av]. OTHER GOOD GAMES Graham Crawley (QE2 Galleon) 21 & 23 darts [22.77 av]; Richard Pennells (QE2 Galleon) 22 & 25 darts [21.66 av] - 2nd leg 30 left in 21 darts; James Riggs (Friary 'D') 25 & 27 darts [19.27 av]. HIGH OUT SHOTS - Simon Kimber (Friary 'D') 86; Mick Isles (BRSA Ravens) 82; Adam Judd (Aldingbourne Mavericks) 76; Stuart Gray (QE2 Galleon) 67; Graham Crawley (QE2 Galleon) 66.

DIVISION THREE - Richmond Rebels 3 Newtown 'C' 13; Wheatsheaf 6 Lamb Steyne 11; ASC 7 Royal Oak 12; BRSA Jokers 10 Richmond 'B' 8.

MAN OF THE MATCH - Dan Middleton (Newtown 'C') 26 & 33 darts [16.73 av]; Dave Coupland (Royal Oak) 28 & 28 darts [16.53 av] MOM - 1st leg 2 left in 36 darts; Aston Seabridge (BRSA Jokers) 29 & 30 darts [16.98 av]; Sarah Landvogt (POW 'A') 32 & 41 darts [13.66 av].

OTHER GOOD GAMES - Simon Mitchell (Newtown 'C') 26 & 35 darts [16.43 av]; Steve Middleton (Newtown 'C') 27 & 34 darts [16.59 av]; Jamie Middleton (Newtown 'C') 29 & 32 darts [16.33 av].

CROSS COUNTRY: Chichester Runners' James Baker continued his fine form winning the Henfield Joggers' leg of the West Sussex Fun Run League with ease. THere were 488 finishers for the approximate 4.5 mile route around the River Adur. Baker led everyone home with a time of 20 minutes 32 seconds (20:32). He was one of 11 club runners to take part, who earned 83 83 points to finish in 12th overall. THey were: Graham Woodward (14th – 24.34), Tom Blaylock (111th – 31.09), Amanda Godfrey (123rd – 32.02), Nadia Anderson (127th – 32.10), Lorna Woodward (129th – 32.12), Peter Shaw (200th – 37.28), Peter Anderson (216th – 38.41), Tony Cooley (216th – 38.46), Jill Renson (233rd – 40.09) and Sue Baker (286th – 44.54). THe next three races are on August 20 (Hornets Stinger), September 3 (Fittleworth 5) and September 17 (Tilgate Forest).

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New system falters for Chi as Binfield dump City out of cup

f Pagham beat Arundel 4-0 in the FA Cup

Young Lions win opener PAGHAM joint-manager Richie Hellen says his side is raring to kick-start their league campaign - even if the Lions will come up against some familiar faces.

THe Nyetimber Lane side opened their campaign last weekend with a 4-0 win over fellow SCFL Premier side Arundel in the FA Cup extrapreliminary round.

THat performance backed up an impressive pre-season for the Lions, who remained unbeaten throughout a challenging schedule.

Tomorrow sees attention turn to the league and the visit of Horsham YMCA (3pm), who will include former Pagham old boys Joe Shelley, Kieron Pamment and Liam Humphreys in their ranks.

THen, Wednesday will see them visit Littlehampton Town (7.30pm).

Speaking to the Post, Hellen, who is sharing the managerial reigns with Tom Simmonds, said: "It is a tough start [to the league campaign] but we're full of confidence, raring to go and looking forward to putting our best foot forward.

"THey [Horsham YMCA] will have three players with them who were with us last season

so we do know a bit about them. But we'll just focus on what we're doing."

An early Scott Murfin strike put the Lions in control against the Mullets. THe win was sealed in the second half thanks to Josh Irish (2) and a late goal from sub David Crouch.

THe victory earned Pagham ÂŁ1,500 in prize money and a home tie against Isthmian Division One side Sittingbourne on August 19.

Hellen described the match as a "good team performance".

He added: "We were pleased with how it went - it was a good win, we got a clean sheet and earned some money for the club.

"THe biggest thing through the off season was keeping our squad together. With the exception of Liam, we have managed to sign every one of last season's team.

"What is really pleasing, though, is the success we're having in bringing the under21s through.

"Of the team that played on Saturday, seven of last year's under-21s squad were in there.

If you take Scott out, then the next oldest player is 24 so that's encouraging for us."

f Next up for the Lions is Horsham YMCA (c/o R Smith)

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CHICHESTER City's FA Cup dream is over for another season with the Lillywhites' focus now firmly on the league and building on last season's third place finish.

Miles Rutherford's side struggled to find their feet during the road trip as a new formation at Hellenic Premier side Binfield failed to pay dividends.

Goals from Dave Herbert, Ellis Martin and a late Scott Jones effort were not enough for Chi as they lost 4-3 to the side based just north of Bracknell. THat defeat means Chi's hopes of a cup run in the world's oldest knockout competition are ended.

All focus now shifts to the SCFL Premier league opener at Broadbridge Heath tomorrow (3pm) with Rutherford looking for the consistency that has been missing from his side's performances in recent months.

THen it is on to a visit from Arundel, who visit Oaklands Park on Tuesday (7.45pm).

Last season's FA Cup defeat triggered a remarkable league run where Chi lost just once through to the start of March.

Rutherford will be hoping for something similar this time around.

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f Chi's Scott Jones in action (c/o Tommy McMillan)

Selsey pay the perfect tribute Ne

SELSEY FC remembered club stalwart Dave Clarke in style, hammering fellow SCFL Division One side Midhurst & Easebourne 4-1 in the season opener.

Goals from Jake Goulding (2), Ryan Morey and Ryan Hillier secured victory for the Blues in the Peter Bentley Cup. THat win takes them through to the next round and an away match against SCFL Premier side Chichester City on August 22.

Perhaps, more importantly, it was the perfect way to pay tribute to Clarke, who was a regular at the Bunn Leisure Stadium and strong supporter of sport in the area.

Friends and family joined members of the club committee and first team squad after the match as his ashes were spread at the High Street ground.

Clarke was remembered for his influential role in coaching his two sons, Ollie and Joe, who is a part of the current Selsey first team squad, but also dozens of youngsters at Chichester City Youth FC. He was also a regular for Selsey CC second team, captaining their Sunday side.

A tribute on the Selsey CC Facebook page said: "During his time playing for the cricket club, Dave had captained the Sunday XI in

f Selsey pay tribute to stalwart Dave Clarke

which he maintained and upheld the spirit of how Sunday cricket should be played.

"He also captained the second XI and in the 2015 season guided them to promotion. His attitude was competitive in league cricket, ensuring discipline and a winning mentality.

"He was a gritty batsman who always claimed that the ball should be hit along the deck and can be recalled hitting only one six.

He had a shuffling bowling action, not always popular with the groundsman as he was often likely to ruin the run-ups."

Selsey FC return to action tomorrow, kicking off their SCFL Division One campaign with a home match against AFC Varndeanians (3pm). * SCFL Division Two rivals Sidlesham and Bosham must wait an extra week before kicking off their new campaigns.

THe Robins of Bosham will be looking to follow up last season's successful season which saw them win the title at a canter.

First up for Andy Probee's side will be a trip to last year's fourth-placed club Lancing United on August 19.

Bosham are likely to be pushed all the way

by Daren Pearce's Sidlesham,who open their season away at Worthing Town before welcoming Clymping to the Recreation Ground on August 22. THat match will be played under the floodlights, which are now operational again after a campaign by the Sids' committee.

Chi Ladies buzzing after Hornets test CHICHESTER City Ladies stepped up their pre-season preparations with a strong showing against Women's Super League side Watford.

THe Green Army kick off their FA Women's Premier League South campaign on August 20 with a trip to C & K Basildon Ladies.

With new manager Matt Wright having put the squad through their paces, Chi hosted Watford at Oaklands Park on Sunday.

Despite the visitors playing in a league above them, Chi pushed the Hornets all the way before succumbing 2-0.

Both sides went at it hammer and tongs from the off, with both looking to gain an early advantage.

Chichester more than handled themselves

against their illustrious opponents. With the two-pronged attacking duo of Cherelle Khassal and Charley Wilson-Blakely looking dangerous for the hosts, the Hornets had to be on their guard to keep the score goalless.

THe visitors broke the deadlock just before the break when, after a momentary lapse of concentration at the back, the on-rushing Anneka Nuttall slid the ball home.

Jess Lewry and Khassal both had chances in the second half to get the score level. But it was Watford who got the game's second, Leah Cudone wrapping up the scoring as time ticked down.

It was a good effort from Chi, though, giving their fans plenty of hope before the new campaign.

f Skipper Charley Wilson-Blakely

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f Alex Parson gives Bognor the lead against Bath City. The Rocks won their first match back in National South 3-2.

Still more to come from Rocks after good start to campaign Next Game

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BOGNOR boss Jack Pearce vows there is still more to come from his Rocks side - despite them taking four points from six on their return to National League South.

THe Nyewood Lane side have been unfazed so far on their return to step two football, beating Bath City 3-2 at home on Saturday before drawing 2-2 on the road at Poole Town.

THe positive results against two sides that finished in the top ten last season have given Rocks fans hopes of a positive campaign this time round.

Bognor will be hoping to build on those results in the coming days with a trip to former National League side Welling United tomorrow (3pm) before hosting Sussex rivals Whitehawk on Tuesday at home.

Speaking exclusively to the Post, Pearce said: "I think any manager in this league would be happy with four points from six out of those two games.

"Both teams did well last year but the lads have acquitted themselves well as we are still not exactly a settled side with all the managerial upheaval that has gone on - we still have not got our act together perfectly."

Saturday's win against Bath was secured thanks to goals from Alex Parsons, Jimmy Muitt and a late Ollie Pearce thunderbolt of a free kick which gave the Rocks all three points after the Romans had pulled level.

Mutt made it two from two on Tuesday,

equalising for Bognor after defender Corey Heath had given the Rocks the lead.

But Pearce believes fans still have plenty more to see from a side which is only starting to come together.

He said: "THere's more still to come.

"If you are asking me in my world how far to 100 per cent we are I would be saying that we are currently about 60 to 65 per cent.

"THere are lots of other parts to the game we can improve on. We need to be far more streetwise on all set plays both defensively and offensively.

"THose moments make up about 20 to 25 per cent of a football match and can contribute to a lot of goals.

"We need to get fitter if we really want to play a passing style of football. THat takes time and will take sacrifices as training two nights a week with a game on Saturday you can't always get to the level that you need."

Pearce said he was still looking to make a few additions to the first team squad in the coming days. But he admitted that, even if these players were not brought in before the Welling or Whitehawk match, the current crop could compete.

He said: "THere's no target from the next couple of games. If you can win at home and draw away, then any side will be in the shake up. But in this league everyone is difficult to beat so we shall just see how we go."

Pearce calls for ruthless streak WELL, even the most optimistic of Rocks fan could not have imagined a start to the season like that.

Two games in a new division against two top ten sides and still Bognor remain unbeaten, in no small part due to two late strikes and a heap of drama.

What's more, the Rocks' front three appear to be firing, giving the side a boost in knowing that they can compete with the best on the return to National League South.

Manager Jack Pearce said: "Most people acquitted themselves well in the games we've had. Ollie Pearce scored a tremendous free kick. All the time I've been watching him I've never seen him strike a ball that well.

"Jimmy Mutt is playing very well with his attacking display. Both have got to work harder at their game when haven't got the ball but there's genuinely a good atmosphere in the camp."

While goals are being scored, the danger of not taking chances when on top is something that the Rocks must get used to.

Pearce said: "At this level, if you don't score when you're having a good spell then the opposition will have the quality. Games change on incidents like that. We need to be ruthless."

f Dan Lincoln clears the Rocks' lines against Bath

WITH James Crane being away on his honeymoon I'm stepping in this week with an update from the Nye Camp.

I'm writing on the evening of our 3-2 opening day win over Bath City, a great start to life back in National League South.

It was exciting but I do think the nerves played their part which showed as we went two up before they pegged us back to two all.

I think we were probably excited with the new challenge so to get over the line was brilliant for us all and it ended up being a good day. To score the winner with a free kick like that was amazing - it's probably the best goal I will ever score.

When it was given, I actually wasn't going to take it. Ben Swallow, being left footed, was going to, particularly as there was a really strong wind going across the pitch. But he handed it over to me as he said he didn't think it was right so I stepped up and just decided to smash it as hard as I can.

Most of the time they end up in the tennis courts behind the goal but, luckily enough, it was my day and we got the three points.

It has definitely given everyone a lift.

It didn't matter who we were playing on the first day coming back to the league, it was always going to be like that.

But it helped that we knew that Bath were a big team, a good team, too.

We knew it would be a tough game and to get the three points for the side was the most important thing.

It was good to get back to playing competitively again.

THis year was a bit of a different pre-season not just for me but for a lot of players.

We were used to training and having just five players for a few weeks and then not having a full squad together until the week before the season starts.

But this time round we had 20 at training most weeks and people were really challenging

for places.

Four or five who came on trial we have signed which shows they were not just making up the numbers.

It was good to have that competition and I think it showed in how we played.

THere was only one game which was really disappointing and that was Gosport due to the number of players we had.

But against both Portsmouth and Crawley we dominated for large sections of the game was really good.

THings may be a little different since we have gone up but everyone is up for the challenge and credit for that must go to the coaching team.

Next up for us tomorrow is a real challenge with Welling United away.

THey have come down from the National League and I'm sure it will be a tough test.

But, as Jack Pearce has been saying to us in the dressing room, there will be no easy game this year.

Last year I think there were some matches where we could have taken the foot off the gas knowing that we still may get three points.

But in this league there are so many good sides and good teams it will be tough for us.

THe important thing is we have got the first game nerves out of the way.

It was also important given what's gone on with the manager over the pre-season.

It was a confusing time when Sami was announced and then said he had to step down, but the main thing was keeping the group of players we had last year.

Look at Saturday and there were ten players who were with us last year.

I know Jack has taken over but he has been at the club for 48 years and Dabba and Gary Charman are still involved.

THough a few may have thought we might have struggled, nothing really has changed; we've just got a different manager and everything is going fine.

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