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Granting a lifeline to children BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A CITY charity has received thousands of pounds from BBC Children in Need. Lifecentre, in Chichester specialises in counselling survivors of rape and sexual violation, whether this has been a recent incident or historical. BBC Children in Need announced

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that it has awarded £33,312 in funding to Lifecentre to provide a counselling service to children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse and rape. THis is one of the largest donations the charity has received and means the charity is now funding six projects to the value of £230,000 to help transform young lives locally. Speaking of the award, Maribeth

Houlston, lead fundraiser at Lifecentre, said the grant was a life-changing sum of money, paramount to providing services to children. She said: “When young people experience the trauma of sexual abuse or rape, it can lead to breakdown in family relationships, mental distress and physical harm. "At our project, we provide the time and space to help these young people in

their journey to recovery. "We are grateful for this grant from BBC Children in Need, as it will help us continue this essential work." THe one-year grant will help fund qualified counsellors to facilitate a range of weekly, one to one therapeutic sessions aimed at improving the confidence and self-esteem of 173 children under the age of 18. Turn to page three

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New facility to forge the future of farriers BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk VISITORS who dropped in for the official opening of the new Brinsbury Forge described it as a fantastic facility fit for the farriers and blacksmiths of the future. Chichester College has invested around £200,000 rebuilding the workshop and installing a range of new equipment, including coke, ceramic chip and gas forges – as well as a welding facility and power hammer. It combines cutting edge technology and traditional tools, ensuring the college’s blacksmith and farriery students will be able to learn using a variety of techniques. THe new forge was opened by Shelagh Legrave OBE DL, Chief Executive of the Chichester College Group on Tuesday, and Kevin Willard FWCF, recent President of the British Association of Farriers and Blacksmiths. Shelagh said: “We have run blacksmithing and creative metalwork courses here for some 15 years, and it has expanded greatly. “Our provision includes heritage and creative blacksmithing, as well as courses in armour making. As we have grown, it became clear the facility needed an overhaul to meet the demand from students – as well as industry advancements. “We wanted to create a modern facility whilst keeping a traditional craft alive. So, it gives me great pride that our forge staff were all involved in creating this new space, and we give our thanks to them, to our Estates Manager Kevin

White for managing the project and to the contractors who worked so hard to make it a reality. “At the heart of this refurbishment are our students. THe opportunities for them to move into employment are wide and far reaching, so it was great to showcase our facilities to some of our supportive employers and, hopefully, demonstrate where their future employees will enjoy first-rate training.” Kevin Willard added: “It is a fantastic facility and I’m very pleased to see the college investing in the industry. “THere is a great tradition of farriery and blacksmithing in this country, and it’s is encouraging to see Brinsbury looking to the future while also preserving the tradition.” THe college welcomed a host of guests for the opening, including several local farriers and blacksmiths, employers, as well as representatives from the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths. THey were treated to a look around the new facility, with student demonstrations taking place throughout the evening. Peter Clutterbuck, a designer blacksmith based in Southsea, said: “I think it’s marvellous – very impressive. “I think if you’ve got good teaching though, you have a good facility and we see that in Patrick, one of my team who studied at Brinsbury. We’ve seen the benefits in him having that college training and grounding, his methodical learning shows in his development with us.” To find out about farriery and blacksmith courses at Chichester College, please visit www.chichester. ac.uk

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STUDENTS from Chichester College, Brinsbury and Crawley College enjoyed their first combined crosscollege group learning experience. THe day was sponsored by NCOP (National Collaborative Outreach Programme) and Chichester College’s Enterprise Society and attracted more than 50 students. THe pupils' studies ranged in subjects including engineering, design, motor vehicle, aeronautical and science, who came together at Brinsbury to develop the classroom of the future. THey were split into seven groups, representing their own companies, and were given a brief to design a

standalone eco-classroom for the Brinsbury campus, each taking on various roles within the ‘company’. At the end of the day, the groups presented their ideas to the panel of experts, who were joined by Andrew Green, Chichester College group executive principal, and Andy Chater, head of learning for STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) at Chichester College. THey were judged across a range of criteria, with the three highest scoring teams winning cinema tickets. Andy Chater said: “THis was an important project which really brings our students' learning to the fore, and makes it much more real."

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A SPECIAL evening was held in aid of Chichester charity, CancerWise, last month. THe event, Call My Wine Bluff was run by Steph Aburrow, of Hennings Wine Merchants in Chichester, and organised by Carolyn Cole. Carolyn was featured in The Chichester Post in February when she had her head shaved after being diagnosed with lymph and breast cancer. Carolyn said: "Teams battled it out to

decide which of the wine buff panel were telling the truth and whether they knew their Pino from plonko. "THere were 31 of us split into six teams. Hennings donated half of the ticket sales and any profits from sales on the night, alongside individual donations on the night. You don't have to have any wine knowledge to have fun to fight for the glory of winning the wine bluff tournament, but some had obviously done their homework and attended before. "We all started on a glass of fizz and a couple of whites, soaking it up with an array of tapas (olives, cheese, meats and

breads). "We then worked our way through a range of reds, with port for the finale. Public voting after each wine was made and the truth tellers revealed from the bluff team, with final scores revealed at the end. "A fantastic evening had by all for a worthy cause. Over £300 was raised on the night which brings my total fundraising to £5,901." For more information on the CancerWise charity visit: www. cancerwise.org.uk To donate to the charity via Carolyn's page, visit: www. justgiving.com/fundraising/carolyn-cole1

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At the project, counsellors work with each child to help them develop an individualised support programme, so they feel safer. For younger clients, aged three to ten, the project offers play therapy as a creative and noninvasive means to encourage selfexpression, which is particularly important for those who cannot fully verbalise their feelings. In addition, older clients benefit from sessions where they can work through understanding and coming to terms with their experiences, enabling them to make healthy life choices and seek positive relationships. Speaking of the new grants, Pam Bacon, regional officer of the South and West, BBC Children in Need, said: “Projects like the one at Lifecentre make such a difference to extremely vulnerable young people, which is why we’re so pleased to be funding their work in West Sussex. "Although competition for funds is tough, we are keen to hear from projects in the area working to make tangible difference to children’s lives and are open to hearing from new and former grantees. "Please do get in touch if you have

a project or an idea for a project and think we can help.” BBC Children in Need chief executive Simon Antrobus added: "A huge thank you to our generous supporters – it’s wonderful to be able to award this new funding to projects working with disadvantaged children and young people in local communities right across the UK. "THe money so generously donated makes it possible for us to fund much needed projects like these, making a positive difference to young lives." THis is the first funding round of the year, with additional funding to be allocated to projects across the UK throughout 2018. THe charity’s main grants programme is for grants over £10,000 per year to support projects for up to three years. Meanwhile, the small grants programme supports projects for up to three years, and includes grants up to and including £10,000 per year. Both of these programmes are currently open to applications. To find out more about any of BBC Children in Need’s grant programmes, visit: www.bbc.co.uk/pudsey/grants For more information on the Lifecentre charity, visit: www. lifecentre.uk.com

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` Finding the cause of a broken heart MEMBERS of the public are invited to enjoy a clinical presentation exploring the use of radiology in hospitals to detect cardiac problems. Consultant radiologist Dr Hatef Mansoubi is giving a talk entitled “Modern day… how do you go about finding the cause of someone’s broken heart using modern technologies?” THe free event takes place on Monday, April 23, from 6pm to 7pm, at the Chichester Medical Education Centre, St Richard’s Hospital. THe presentation is part of a programme of public engagement events organised by Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Please request your place by emailing: events@wsht.nhs.uk or call 01903 205111 ext. 84038.

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Golfers of all ages on par at academy BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk CHILDREN of all ages attended an academy open day at Golf At Goodwood. THe open day offered complimentary golf tuition to all, catering for all levels of golfer, from youngsters who have never held a club, to more experienced players keen to see what the academy has to offer. Chris McDonnell, Golf At Goodwood Academy manager, said: “THe Academy

open day was a great success and really enjoyable for everyone, including the Goodwood team! "Despite the forecast of bad weather, the rain held off for most of the day and we welcomed over 100 people to take part in the individual lessons, Get Into Golf and junior sessions and it was terrific to see so many new faces of all ages trying the game. "THe feedback that we received was extremely positive and we hope lots of those who attended will take up the sport.”

` Parked car thefts TWO VEHICLES were broken into last month at the Kingley Vale car park, Chichester. On THursday, March 22, a vehicle was broken into while parked in the car park via a smashed window. Personal possessions were stolen from the vehicle including small change and CDs. If you have any information contact police quoting serial 0655 22/3 On the same day, a vehicle was broken into also via a smashed window. A handbag was stolen from the boot of the car containing cash and jewellery. If you have any information contact police quoting serial 0628.

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THE CONGREGATION of St Peter's Church at Westhampnett in Chichester, celebrated Palm Sunday in style. THe donkey, named Boysee, was supplied by Hayling Island Donkey Sanctuary and was a complete hit with the children and adults. THe Rev Rachel Hawes, associate rector of the united Benefice of St Paul, Chichester, with St Peter, Westhampnett, conducted the service. She said: "Holy Week, begins with Palm Sunday when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, with the crowds cheering him on and waving palm branches.

"He had a last meal with his friends on Maundy THursday but by Good Friday he had been betrayed, arrested and crucified. Public opinion was as fickle then as now. "Christians believe that God raised Jesus from death at Easter but that, to understand the real joy of Easter Day, it is important to live through the events of Holy Week as they happened. "So we walk with Jesus and the donkey, celebrate the final meal together, stand at the foot of the cross and experience the grief. THen Easter Sunday is full of rejoicing – it's an emotional roller coaster!"

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Young Engineers Explore Sustainable Energy Through Electric Car Challenge Year 7 students from Bourne recently took part in an Energy Quest STEM event run by Learn by Design and sponsored by Tomorrow’s Engineers. The aim of the initiative is to encourage young people to learn about the use of energy in various countries and how dependence on non-renewable energy is being developed. Students set about making electric cars and charged them to see how far each one would go on a charged capacitor. The best teams achieved over 11 metres. The day was delivered by Jared, an Energy Quest STEM ambassador who spoke about his experience as a young Engineer. Mr. Ellis, STEM Co-ordinator

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Families have cracking time with traditional egg activities BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk VISITORS had an egg-citing time over the weekend at the Weald and Downland Living Museum. THe Museum is a wonderful place to visit at Easter from their traditional Easter weekend to Easter holiday family activities. Traditional activities included; Easter cooking in the Tudor kitchen,

egg painting, bonnet making and a traditional Bonnet Parade on Easter Monday. THe Bayleaf farmstead and Winkhurst Tudor kitchen offered an impressive backdrop to the Easter activities, which begin with the traditional Good Friday Bake. Children were also invited to take part in an Easter trail around the museum site for a chocolate prize. Marketing manager at the museum, Jenny Rudd said: "Easter marks the

start of our main season, when the longer days and warmer weather can be enjoyed against the stunning backdrop of our 40-acre site in the South Downs National Park. "Easter holiday activities took place daily from Good Friday and will continue through to Friday, April 13. "Our visitors can try craft activities and play traditional games. If the weather is kind, they can take a wagon ride for a small donation to the Museum."

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Children were delighted to see heavy horses, as well as Southdown lambs and sheep, working oxen and other traditional farm animals. Family craft Easter activities in the Building Crafts Gallery included decorating an Easter egg, planting a sunflower seed to take home, making an Easter chick. THere were also Punch and Judy shows, a magic show, circus skills and face painting.

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A decade for lollipop man BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A LOLLIPOP man has seen his last pedestrian across the road after 11 years of service. Alan Johnson, 82, who has been the lollipop man outside Aldingbourne Primary School for over a decade, retired at Easter. Children celebrated and thanked Mr Johnson at a special assembly held at the school for his commitment in all weathers. Mr Johnson, who has lived in the village since 1965, said: "I will definitely miss the banter with everyone. We all know one another and have a good gossip in the morning. Even many of the cars that drive past toot their horns or wave at me. "People cross the road and then ask me about the weather and all sorts. We laugh and say I am the pavement information centre! "I have been in voluntary service in the village ever since I moved here and I will carry on doing various things to keep busy.

"I have been a chairman, a vicechairman, started up clubs, raised money, all sorts! I will have plenty to do. "My father got me in to volunteering from a young age, saying it was good to get some young blood in the system helping out." Mr Johnson has also been involved with search and rescue teams in and around West Sussex. He said: "I have been part of about 100 searches for missing people all across West Sussex, parts of Kent, Hampshire and Surrey, and we won the Queen's award for our search work in 2014. I am also part of the West Downs Neighbourhood Watch Task Force." Mr Johnson says he will still be getting up early, commenting: "I used to be a farmer as well so I have always been an early bird. It doesn't matter to me at all. "THe traffic has definitely grown from 11 years ago, I would say I get about 2,000 cars going past me in the time I am here in the mornings. "I have really enjoyed working for such a lovely school, I will miss everyone terribly."

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` April Fool's Day AN APRIL Fool's Day prank took place in Priory Park, Chichester, which kept staff and visitors to Fenwick’s Cafe highly amused. THe budgie sanctuary is situated in front of the cafe and the prankster had apparently secreted a remote speaker by the budgie pen before retiring a distance with a microphone. As visitors to the park passed by the budgie cage, the birds appeared to engage with them, resulting in some hilarious outcomes. Responses varied dramatically. THe innocence of youth allowed some children to have quite lengthy conversations. Some children were seen flapping their arms at the budgies’ request to see if they could fly like they could!

` Charity shop help STAFF AT a charity shop in the city are calling on help from the community. THe Age UK shop in Chichester urgently needs help to enable it to raise much-needed funds to support the charity’s work with older people. Shop manager Kathy Manouch said: "We are urging everyone in Chichester to donate their unwanted quality items to the shop, making sure they ask if they can sign up to Gift Aid when they do. "Gift Aid is a fantastic way for Age UK to make donations go further and in turn make later life better, as it increases the value of donations by 25 per cent."

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RAF centenary is marked for city with special exhibition BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk THE TANGMERE Military Aviation Museum opened its brand new exhibit over the weekend to mark the RAF's centenary. THe Tangmere 100 Exhibition covers the formation of the RAF 100 years ago, why the famous aerodrome was built at Tangmere and its early years of operation. Visitor Lucy Ford attended the museum on Easter Sunday. She said: "I have never been here before. It's a really special place to visit, especially as my grandfather was in the RAF. "Although he wasn't stationed at Tangmere, I have still learned so much about what it must have been like for him during the war." In November, 1916, a Royal Flying Corps FE2B scout aircraft flying from Shoreham to Gosport had engine trouble and the pilot., Lieutenant Geoffrey Dorman, made a forced landing into a large open field south of Tangmere. At this time, the War Office was looking for suitable sites on the south coast to build training aerodromes. Work began on building the new aerodrome ready for its new squadrons. David Coxon, deputy director at the museum, is keen to mark the 100th anniversary of the formation of the world’s first independent air force and of the construction of an aerodrome at

Tangmere. He said: "Visitors to the exhibition will be surprised to learn that the aerodrome was not built for the RAF but for training American aviators to fly large Handley Page bombers being built in the US. "Visitors can expect information on why the Army’s Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Naval Air Service were amalgamated on April 1, 1918, and on

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PropertyNews ` Are Chichester's homes overcrowded? I WAS speaking with a landlord in Chichester recently who commented that with house prices at all-time highs, people seem to be having to settle for a smaller property than they used to. THat got me thinking…is that actually true? THe population of Chichester in 2011’s census was 113,794, spread across 49,848 properties in the Chichester district. THat means there was an average of 2.3 people in each household in Chichester. But the census also shows that the number of single and two person households in the Chichester district is greater than the county, regional and national averages. Nearly one in three Chichester residents (32 per cent to be exact) live alone while around 38 per cent of Chichester’s households have two people in them. And yet, whereas 70 per cent of homes in Chichester have just one or two people living in them, 82 per cent of homes in the district have at least three bedrooms! THis is probably something to do with the demographics in Chichester being skewed towards an older generation who may have seen their children fly the nest. After all, if you’re anything like my mum who wanted to ‘downsize’ but retain a kitchen/diner, living room and separate dining room, you’d either need a chalet bungalow or you’re destined to have more bedrooms upstairs than you need for the sake of having the downstairs space that you want. A reduction in the number of people in each household is symptomatic of the overall housing market. Today, only five per cent of homes in Chichester house five or more people compared to, a still relatively modest, seven per cent nationally. THere are actually an awful lot of spare bedrooms available throughout the Chichester district (in excess of 35,000 according to my rough calculations). It also means that it doesn’t seem that Chichester’s homes are in fact bursting at the seams. Clive Janes, CRJ Lettings www.crjlettings.co.uk www.chipropertynews.co.uk 01243 624 599 clive@crjlettings.co.uk

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Teaching kids to cycle safely SCHOOL children are being given extra help on how to cycle safely on the road. THe county council provides Bikeability training free-of-charge to schools and the importance of this has been recognised with an extra £15,500 in Department for Transport (DfT) funding. THis funding will help provide Bikeability level one and two training, taking children from the basics of balance and control, through to planning and making independent journeys on busier roads. Bob Lanzer, West Sussex County Council cabinet member for highways and infrastructure, said: “THis is great news as the extra funding will allow us to reach even more schools and more individuals through the Bikeability projects we run. “Bikeability, which used to be known as Cycle Proficiency training, is designed to ensure children gain practical skills and

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understanding of how to cycle on today’s roads. "It gives them the skills and confidence for all types of cycling and is governed by national standards.” THe county council has consistently met the initial target of 860 trainees per year and was successful in a bid for an additional 269 places, funded by the DfT, in October, 2017. Dean Pocock, road safety officer, said: “Each year we train in excess of 8,000 pupils at Bikeability levels one and two. "THis year, we are set to exceed 9,000 pupils - something which we’ve never done before. "THere are three levels to Bikeability and we currently offer a combined level one and two course to all schools across the county which have Year 6 pupils who want to take part.”

Pedalling back on cycle ban BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk

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A DISTRICT councillor is defending the proposed cycling ban in the city centre. As reported in last week's Chichester Post, permission has been granted by West Sussex County Council to advertise a proposed traffic order, to extend the prohibition of cycling within the pedestrian precinct in Chichester city centre. THe current ban is between the hours of 9.30am and 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday, and this proposal will see this extended to Sundays between the same hours. Cllr Len Macey, from Chichester District Council, said: "When the city centre was pedestrianised some 30 years ago, only about ten per cent of shops opened on Sundays. It's now over 90 per cent. "THe footfall for Sundays is at 20,000 maybe a little less than Monday to THursday which averages at about 23,000 but if you take into account the shops are

only open for six hours as opposed to eight and a half hours, the hourly average for Sundays is higher." ChiCyle co-ordinator Sarah Sharp said: "It shows how out of touch the council is with the needs of real people who want to get about safely on their bikes. "A more innovative approach should be taken instead of applying weekday rules to Sundays. Money should be invested where the risk to life is greatest - how many of our dangerous junctions have had real safety measures introduced?" Cllr Macey disagreed. He said: "THings have moved on now. THe council are far from being out of touch. THere should be no cycling during the day all week to avoid confusion, so we are all singing from the same hymn sheet." THe statutory consultation period ends on April 16. If you would like to express support or raise an objection about any part of the proposal, e-mail: tro. team@westsussex.gov.uk or write to TRO Team, West Sussex County Council, THe Grange, Tower Street, Chichester, PO19 1RH quoting reference TRO/CHS1802/ RC.

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` Teenager found MISSING teenager Demi Marsh from Tangmere, near Chichester, has been found safe and well in Portsmouth. Demi, 13, went missing after she was last seen on Monday, March 26, in the morning, getting on a train at Chichester railway station, destined for Portsmouth.

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Roman rabbits in gardens BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk FAMILIES visited Fishbourne Roman Palace during the Easter week and joined in with lots of spring-themed activities. Starting on Easter Monday and lasting all through the week, families were able to take part in many activities including making a Roman sundial and using it to tell the time, dressing in Roman costume, playing Roman games, making decorative braids, designing a mosaic and much more. On each day, there was also the opportunity to meet and talk to different costumed characters around the palace, from Roman soldiers to craft workers. Younger visitors enjoyed a chance to hunt for the Roman rabbits hidden in the gardens at Fishbourne, and there were prizes for those who managed to solve the puzzle. Sally Adams and her daughter, Natasha, aged eight, from Chichester, enjoyed their visit. Sally said: "We've had a fantastic day. Natasha has really enjoyed herself and learned a lot. "Natasha has been learning about the Romans at school, so this has helped assist her education. She has learned a lot today but also enjoyed herself." Natasha said: "I had lots of fun today. I liked looking for the rabbits in the garden best." Fishbourne Roman Palace dates back to the beginning of Roman occupation in Britain and offers visitors of all ages a unique chance to look back in time. Uncovered in 1960, the north wing of this remarkable building remains an important visitor attraction and

archaeological site for anyone interested in learning more about Roman art and architecture. Head of learning, Katrina Burton, said: “It has been a great time to visit

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Church thanks its swimmers WATER baby Kyle Morris was the youngest swimmer when a Bognor Regis church held its latest fundraising challenge. Kyle was just two years and four months old at the time the Opengate Church staged its 2018 Channel swimathon. His efforts were recognised on Sunday when he joined the other swimmers for the presentation of their certificates. Kyle’s mum, Hannah Morris, said her youngest son was joined in the baby pool at the Arun Leisure Centre in Felpham by her husband, Matthew Morris. Armed with his water aids, Kyle completed five laps of the pool to achieve a swim of 150m. “Kyle wanted to join in the swim,” said Hannah. “He knew his brothers were

doing it and he wanted to be involved as well. He was really excited today when he received his certificate.” She completed 1,100m in the swimathon, Matthew swam the 150m with Kyle, their oldest son, Logan Morris, then aged nine, achieved 1,450m, and Ethan Morris, seven, swam for 625m. The family raised some £60 towards the £600-£1,000 the challenge is expected to have raised to add some finishing touches to the extension opened last year at the church in Victoria Drive. Swimathon organiser Simon Whitehead said a total of 42 swimmers took part in the event in February and completed 36.5 miles. This easily beat the challenge to swim the equivalent distance of the 22-mile

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shortest crossing of the English Channel. “One of swimmers, a seven-year-old boy, swam 152 laps of the 25m main pool over the two Saturdays of the challenge and even when to hospital with suspected appendicitis in between,” said Simon. “Another, aged 16, swam 110 laps nonstop. This shows the enthusiasm our church members have. “Whenever we ask our congregation to help, they are always willing to get involved. It doesn’t matter if it’s for a

good cause overseas, a Christmas dinner for the community or for our extension. They always rally together and give their support.” The two-storey extension at the front of the church is used for a children’s nursery on weekdays, a youth club on Wednesdays and Fridays and for community uses such as a foodbank and the Arun Angels street pastors. This year’s swimathon funded further safety and security work in the building as well as additional furniture.

HUNDREDS of visitors enjoyed finding out more about Bognor Regis over Easter. The town's museum is celebrating a bumper holiday period. Its Easter egg hunt for its younger visitors, two of whom are pictured left, has proved popular as they become sleuths to find the eggs among the displays and claim the lollipop prizes. Bognor Regis Local History Society chairman Greg Burt said on Wednesday: "We really have had a cracking Easter.

"We have had 362 visitors since Good Friday, which is egg-ceptionally good for us. "The rain did play its part in driving people into the warm, but it just shows how important a varied programme of free-to-enter events is to attract more visitors." As reported, the West Street museum has several new displays this summer. It is open 10am-4pm, Tuesdays to Sundays and bank holidays.

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Cadets win awards and plenty of praise TOP CADETS in a Bognor Regis unit have been praised by a retired senior naval officer. Rear Admiral John Lippiett was guest of honour at the latest presentation evening held by the Nautical Training Corps in the town. He presented some of the awards and watched as others were handed out at the celebration of those involved with Training Ship Montrose. Rear Admiral Lippiett, who is the patron of TS Montrose, said: “I am tremendously heartened and impressed by what I have heard. Others struggle to survive in this modern day of competition from many other activities. “It’s such a joy to me to hear about such a successful organisation. These kids are having an absolutely wonderful experience here and are getting a lot out of it. The most important thing is to have a sense of self-discipline.” The presentation evening took place at TS Montrose’s usual venue of Rose Green Junior School. It was the seventh occasion to be held since the ship was formed by Commander Graham Turner to join NTC units in Chichester and Littlehampton. TS Montrose has 17 cadets aged from eight to 18. They enjoy activities like sailing and camping. The Cadet of the Year Award went to Junior Seaman 1 Amy Bruce for the second time in a row. Amy, 14, has attended TS Montrose for just over a year. “I’m absolutely amazed about this,” she said.

“I won the award last year and I really thought another cadet would win it this year. But I have worked really hard for it.” She said she helped to organise some of the games for the younger cadets and asked them for their ideas about improving the sessions. “It’s about seeing the children grow and get used to what they are doing,” she said. “You can see them improving.” Leading Seaman Chloe Fowler received her promotion on the night, as well as winning the Best Dress and Turnout Award, pictured below right, and getting a joint share of the Best Entrant Award with her brother, Nathan Fowler. Chloe, 12, said: “I feel really proud for winning the awards. I enjoy doing the activities here and being with the people. “I’ve been on three camps and we do really fun activities like rock climbing, canoeing, sailing and hiking.” Those at the evening also heard from its committee chairman, Garry Price, and commanding officer Paul Nicholls. Mr Price spoke about the fundraising success of the past year in which £3,428 of donations had been received. “Without fundraising, we could not put on the various events we need for these cadets to give them the opportunity and to help to make them better people,” he said. Commodore Andrew Strudwick, who is the NTC’s regional officer, said TS Montrose was average in size among the 18 ships he oversaw from Croydon to Portsmouth and Hastings.

“These evenings to me are not about the badge but about what it means to the person. It’s the satisfaction in seeing them really progress,” he said. “There can be four cadets getting the same badge and that badge will mean a different thing to each of them depending on their personal circumstances.” Cadet Awards 2018: Best dress and turnout: Chloe Fowler. Best new entrant: Chloe and Nathan Fowler. Best overall band member: Isla Mortimer. Spirit of the Corps: James Price. Cadets’ cadet of the year: Maja Radkowska. Commanding Officer’s Award: Kasper Dziegielowski. Cadet of the Year: Amy Bruce.

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RAF's 100 years celebrated VETERANS and current serving personnel enjoyed an evening of celebration for the RAF centenary last Saturday evening. THe event was held at RAFA Branch 381 in Waterloo Square in Bognor Regis to mark 100 years of the RAF and included entertainment from THe Diamonds for dozens of guests. Branch president Ron Flatt said: "I can't think of any prouder moment in any ex-RAF man's life than the one I hold this year. "THink about what I am about to say, of all the presidents in the past and all the presidents of the future, I am going to be the only one who is here for our 100th year. "We have an awful lot going on throughout the whole of the 12 months and I beg you to keep your eye on the local papers and the notice boards. We need your support that we think the 100 years deserve. "If any of the upcoming functions are as well attended as this one is tonight, we are going to finish up in 12 months' time as a very proud club." Among the guests of the evening was Jack

Tucker-Hawkins, who was an engine fitter in the RAF during the World War Two. Jack said: "A lot of people gave up their lives so we could be here today, so it's important we celebrate this milestone. It's been a wonderful evening. "When I was about 18, they asked on the radio for people who were good with their hands and my mother said it was just up my street. I thought, as I would get called up before long, I may as well volunteer. "I was lucky, I had a wonderful war. I came through unscathed so I suppose my memories are coloured by that." David Evers and his wife of 50 years, Anne, also attended the evening. David was in the merchant service and both Anne's parents were in the Royal Observer corps. David said: "It's important to remember what the RAF have done for us and our country. It's our heritage." Anne agreed, saying: "THe younger generations can appreciate it with events like this. People need to remember."

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` Post prize winners THESE are the lucky readers who successfully found the eggs hidden among our 100th edition last week. THe winners of our range of exciting prizes were selected at random yesterday in our office. THey were: Edward Clark, 10, of Bognor Regis (family ticket to the Tangmere Military Aviation Museum); Harry Connor, six, of Bognor Regis (free children's meal and bottle of wine for parents at the 'Pink Pub', the Royal Oak in North Bersted); and Scott Clark, six, of Bognor Regis (Picturedrome Cinema family ticket). THe winners will be notified of their prizes. THey found the closest number of eggs to the 16 which were hidden among our pages. THank you to all our entrants.

` Chilled Shake CHILLED Shake is taking place in Chichester. THe informal and open reading of Shakespeare will be held at 7.30pm on April 18 in the Park Tavern in Priory Road. THe classic tale of Romeo and Juliet will be the subject of the interactive session where those who go along can become involved if they want. THe event, with the Rox Music and Arts charity, follows the first Chilled Shake for about five years on Tuesday in Bognor Regis.

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Flying ace Charles to update his memoirs SECOND World War aircrew veteran Charles Gallagher is to publish a new version of his memoirs. Middleton resident Mr Gallagher will be bringing out the expanded edition of Memories of a Different World this year. One of his friends, Royal Air Forces Association member David Hewings, said: "Aptly named, it records not just his RAF service, but also the world around at that time in this country, South Africa and India, where he flew after the war until he left the RAF in 1947." Mr Gallagher, 94, and his wife, Mary,

were among the guests at last Saturday's celebration of the RAF's 100th anniversary held at the Bognor Regis RAFA Club. THe couple also celebrated 67 years of marriage on the same day. THey have three daughters, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr Gallagher joined the RAF in 1942, while he was taking a degree course at Cambridge University. After training in South Africa, he qualified as a navigator/ bomb aimer. In January, 1944, aged only 19, he joined an operational training unit in Yorkshire to be able to fly on heavy

bombers. THe planes would typically have a crew of seven. Mr Gallagher's crew joined 76 Squadron in November, 1944, to fly fourengined Halifax bombers. THey completed 29 operations over enemy-occupied Europe until the war ended. He was among three of the crew to be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for outstanding service. Mr Hewings added: "He put down the survival and success of the crew to having total trust in each other, comradeship and having a sense of humour."

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Bonfire on beach celebrates Easter A BIG bonfire on the beach at Climping early on Easter Sunday welcomed the dawn of the most important day of the year in the Christian calendar. Some 70 members of all ages of the congregations of St Mary's Church in Yapton, St Mary's Church in Climping and St Andrew's Church in Ford gathered around the fire at 6.30am in what has become an annual tradition.

Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion on Good Friday. THe Rev Richard Hayes, the rector of all three churches, lit the bonfire on the foreshore and led the singing. He accompanied the hymns on his guitar. THis is the 14th year the churches have staged the event.

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Our purpose as a business is to make things better and the communities in which we serve. BOSTON Tea Party, the purposeful café chain are opening their latest café in Chichester this May. The Bristol-based company will unveil its 22nd cafe on Baffins Lane. Renovations are underway to complete the new café and is due to open in May creating 30 new jobs for the town, and offering a spacious, 110-seated restaurant. Boston Tea Party’s family-friendly cafés serve up a range of ethically sourced food and drink, including its award-winning brunch and breakfasts, homemade cakes, lunches and main meals alongside specialty coffees and loose-leaf teas. Sam Roberts, Managing Director of Boston Tea Party, said: “We’ve been on the look-out for a site in Chichester for a while now, and are over the moon to finally be opening. Our ethos is that bigger isn’t always better, the aim has always been to develop inviting cafés

in buildings with character that are there to be discovered, recommended and visited regularly. “Each and every one of our premises has been designed to create a social hub that keeps the tradition of British cafés alive as a place to meet, share good food and enjoy great company. We are looking forward to serving the community great food and drink at any time of day in a welcoming space.” BTP are now recruiting for staff to fill the 30 positions, with management, front of house, chef and barista roles available. Anyone interested in applying should send a current CV and a covering letter detailing which role they are applying for to chichester@ bostonteaparty.co.uk Boston Tea Party already operates 21 thriving cafes across the South West and Midlands, and this would be the first in Sussex, with the nearest cafés based in

` For the latest updates on the new cafe and to win tickets to the opening events, visit www. bostonteaparty. co.uk or follow @BTPcafes on Twitter or BTP Chichester on Facebook.

Salisbury and Ringwood. ABOUT Boston Tea Party: At Boston Tea Party, we strive to Make Things Better. Make what better? Well at its simplest, turning the ingredients we buy into amazing food and drink, turning knackered old buildings into inspiring spaces, developing long-standing relationships with likeminded suppliers and putting smiles on our customers’ faces. By providing careers that build confidence, and to allow our people

to be the best they can be, whilst also being accepted for who they are. To see potential and back it, to invest in those that perhaps haven’t taken part. To ensure we have a positive societal impact and use the talent in our teams and customers to make a real difference in the communities in which we serve. So if this sounds like the sort of company that you’d like to join, just drop us an email to Chichester@bostonteaparty.co.uk with an up to date CV. All vacancies can be found at www.bostonteaparty.co.uk

OPENING SOON We are delighted to be opening our latest café in Chichester. We are hoping to be open in late May and are now recruiting for all positions to join the team. Find us on facebook or visit our website at www.bostonteaparty.co.uk

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THE city’s independent cinema’s spring programme, with no less than 78 films, theatre, opera and ballet performances, education events and talks, is now out. Kicking off the new season is Coco, the Oscar winner for the 2018 best animation. Pixar’s new production arrives with joyous Latin music celebrating Mexico’s Day of the Dead festivities, a visual and sonic delight for all ages with the voices of Gael García Bernal and Benjamin Bratt. Mary Magdalene is the story of a woman maligned over the centuries. Mary (Rooney Mara) is one of the women in Magdala who do much for others but who wants a life other than as wife and mother. But to expect any kind of autonomy is not only shameful but seen as madness. When Mary meets the muchtalked about spiritual leader there is an instant connection and Jesus (Joaquin Phoenix) does not treat her as a lesser being. My Golden Days looks at Paul’s (Matthieu Amalric), early life. An anthropologist, he returns to France from Tajikistan and recounts his story to an amused government official (André Dussollier) when a problem with his passport and identity emerges. Director Desplechin unfolds the search for the past with a light touch and a fine cast brings vitality to this playful, enchanting French charmer. Over three days of fighting in March, 1918, British soldiers stuck in the trenches of northern France and their commanding officers quartered below, await a German attack

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in the remarkable Journey’s End. Raleigh (Asa Butterfield), an inexperienced 19-year-old officer, had requested to join C Company, led by his much-beloved former school housemaster and prospective brother-in-law, Captain Stanhope (Sam Claflin), but is given the cold shoulder. Toby Jones adds welcome humour as company cook, the ensemble cast bringing indelible impressions as soldiers are pushed to breaking point. If you missed THree Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, don’t make that mistake again. THis darkly comic drama follows a mother (Frances McDormand, who won an Oscar for her searing, feisty performance) who personally challenges the local authorities to solve her daughter's murder by renting three billboards to alter their indifference. Performance events this week: Cyrano De Bergerac from the Comédie Française (Apr 7) and Giselle (Bolshoi Ballet, Apr 8). THe education department offers three talks about Preston Sturges, a key figure during Hollywood’s golden years, the director’s films introduced by Hollywood cinema expert Nick Smedley, who will show extracts from all his masterpieces on April 6, 13 and 20 at 1.30pm, tickets £6. Sturges directed Rex Harrison, Henry Fonda, Barbara Stanwyck and many more. www.chichestercinema.org All seats are reservable on our new plush red seats. Bar. Box office: 01243 786650. Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY.

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LISTINGS: Fri 6 April 12:45 Journey's End (12A) 107 min 13:30 Preston Sturges Talk - week 1 (Studio) 15:15 Mary Magdalene (15) 120 min 18:00 My Golden Days (15) 12 3min 20:45 Three Billboards Sat 7 April 12:15 Journey's End 14:30 Cyrano de Bergerac (Comédie Française) 185m inc Interval 18:00 Mary Magdalene 20:45 Three Billboards Sun 8 April 12:45 Three Billboards 15:30 Giselle (Bolshoi) 140 min inc Interval 18:15 Journey's End 20:30 Mary Magdalene Mon 9 April 13:00 Three Billboard (Subtitles for Hard of Hearing) 15:30 Coco (PG) 105m 18:00 Mary Magdalene 20:45 My Golden Days Tue 10 April 12:45 Coco 15:15 Mary Magdalene 18:00 Three Billboards 20:30 My Golden Days Wed 11 April 12:00 Coco 14:15 Mary Magdalene 16:45 Three Billboards Thu 12 April 13:00 Coco 15:30 My Golden Days 18:00 Mary Magdalene 20:30 Three Billboards

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EXHIBITIONS RAF AND TANGMERE AERODROME 100 until Sun, April 15, 11am - 4pm Ticket price: included in museum entry price Address: Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Tangmere PO20 2ES Tel: 01243 790090 www.tangmere-museum.org.uk CHIDHAM ART GROUP EXHIBITION Sat, April 7 - Sun, April 8, 10am - 4pm Address: Chidham Village Hall, Chidham Lane, Chidham PO18 8TL FOCUS GROUP PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION 2018 Sat, April 7 – Sat, April 14, 9am - 4.30pm (except Sunday) Address: Assembly Room, North St, Chichester PO19 1LQ www.focusgroupphotography.com ROWLANDS CASTLE PAINTING SOCIETY ANNUAL EXHIBITION Sat, April 14 - Sun, April 15, 10am -5pm Free admission Address: Parish Hall, Links Lane, Rowlands Castle PO9 6AD Refreshments available www.rowlandscastlepainting society. org.uk LEONARD ROSOMAN: PAINTING THEATRE Until Sun, April 29 Ticket price: adults £12.50, free for children up to 16 years and students, Art Fund members £6.50 Address: Pallant House Gallery, 9 N Pallant, Chichester PO19 1TJ Tel: 01243 774557 www.pallant.org.uk

FAMILY FUN CHICHESTER BID – EASTER EGG HUNT Keep your eyes peels for the numbered eggs around Chichester City. They could be anywhere, inside the shops or in their windows. Find all the eggs and you could be the lucky winner of 14 fantastic prizes! Email your completed entry forms to jhockley@chichesterbid.co.uk or post to Chichester Bid, 82 North Street, Chichester PO19 1LQ

EASTER AT THE MUSEUM until Fri, April 13, 10.30am - 6pm Address: Weald & Downland Museum, Singleton, Chichester PO18 0EU Tel:01243 811363 Email: office@wealddown.co.uk www.wealddown.co.uk SPRING INTO EASTER until Sun, April 15, 10am - 5pm Address: Fishers Farm,Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green RH14 0EG Tel: 01403 700063 Email: info@fishersfarmpark.co.uk www.fishersfarmpark.co.uk CADBURY EASTER EGG HUNT AT UPPARK HOUSE until Sun, Apr 15, 10am-4.30pm Ticket prices: £2 per trail, plus normal admission charges Address: National Trust, South Harting, Petersfield GU31 5QR Tel: 01730 825 415 Email: uppark@nationaltrust.org.uk DUSTY’S GIANT EASTER DUCK HUNT until Sun, April 15, 9.30am-5pm Ticket price: included in your admission Address: Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill road, Arundel BN18 9PB Tel: 01903 883355 Email: info.arundel@wwt.org.uk www.wwt.org.uk CIRCUS ZYAIR Thur, April 12 - Sun, April 15 (Thur Frid 3pm or 7pm, Sun 11am & 3pm) Ticket price: Adult from £9 and children from £7 Address: Fontwell Racecourse, Arundel Road, BN18 0SX Tel: 07775958800 www.zyair.co.uk 'SPRING HAS SPRUNG’ Fri, April 13, 10am - 3pm (last entry 2.30pm) Ticket price: £2.50 per child Address: The Royal Chantry, Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester PO19 1PX Tel: 01243 782595 www.chichestercathedral.org.uk RURAL LIFE WEEKENDS: SPRINGTIME Sat, April 14 - Sun, April 15, 10.30am - 5.30pm Address: Weald & Downland Museum, Singleton, Chichester PO18 0EU Tel: 01243 811020 Email: office@wealddown.co.uk www.wealddown.co.uk

SPRING INDUSTRIAL TRAINS Sun, April 15, 10am - 5pm Ticket price: adult: £12.50, senior: £11.50, children: £7 Address: Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, New Barn Road, Amberley, Arundel BN18 9LT Tel: 01798 831370 www.amberleymuseum.co.uk SPRING BUS SHOW Sat, April 22 Adult (16-59 inc) £12.50, Adult (60+) £11.50, Child (4-15) £7, Under 4s visit for free Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel BN18 9LT Tel: 01798 831370 Email: office@amberleymuseum.co.uk www.amberleymuseum.co.uk VOYAGE TO GIANT JUPITER AND ITS MOONS Sun, April 29 at 3.30pm Ticket price: adults £7, Children £5 Address: South Downs Planetarium, Kingsham Farm, Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8AE Tel: 01243 774400 www.southdowns.org.uk SCALE MODEL SHOW Saturday, May 5, 10am – 5pm Ticket price: Adults £9, Over 60s £7, Children between 5 and 16 £3 Address: Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Nr Chichester PO20 2ES Tel: 01243 790090 www.tangmere-museum.org.uk FOOD FESTIVAL Sat, May 5 - Mon, May 7, 10.30am - 5pm Ticket price: adult £14,senior £12, child £6.50, disabled + single helper £4.50, family (1+3) £25, Family (2+3) £38 Address: Weald & Downland Museum, Singleton, Chichester PO18 0EU Tel: 01243 811363 Email: office@wealddown.co.uk www.wealddown.co.uk/events/ food-festival

MUSIC MELANGE – A QUINTET PLAYING JAZZ, LATIN, SWING, BLUES AND BALLADS Sat, April 7, 1pm Free entry- lunches available Address: The Foyer of The Spring Arts Centre ,56, East Street, Havant PO9 1BS www.thespring.co.uk

ZOE SCHWARZ BLUE COMMOTION Sat, April 21, at 8pm Ticket price: £15 Address: The Chichester Inn, Chichester Tel: 01243 783185 www.rootsaroundtheworld.com/ artist/zoeschwarz.php

SOCIAL FUN CASINO ROYALE 7 IN AID OF MOUNT NODDY Sat, April 14, 6.30pm Ticket price: £60 Address: Hilton Avisford Hotel, Yapton Lane, Walberton, Arundel BN18 0LS Dress code: Black tie with a hint of red www.mountnoddycharityball.org.uk

A CORNUCOPIA OF MUSIC IN AID OF CHESTNUT TREE HOUSE CHILDREN'S HOSPICE Sat, April 7, 2pm - 4pm Ticket price: £10 per person to include afternoon tea Address: St Mary's Centre, Grassmere Close, Felpham PO22 7NU Tel: Contact Paula - 01243 584843 or Jenni on 07790 375229 THE HOLOCAUST OPERA Wed, April 11, 7pm Ticket price: Adult £15, Children £7.50 - Tickets to be collected from the Novium Museum Address: St Paul’s Church, Churchside, Chichester PO19 6FT Tel: 01243 816525 www.thenovium.org/boxoffice THE ED GOODALE BAND Fri, April 13 Ticket price: £7 payable on the door Address: Bognor Regis Football Club, Nyewood Ln, Bognor Regis PO21 2TY Tel: 07580 105571 enquiries@heardandseen.com

SPEED DATING IN CHICHESTER! Tues, April 17, 7.15pm - 9.45pm Address: Pallant Restaurant, 9 N Pallant, Chichester PO19 1TY www.slowdating.com/speed-dating/ speed-dating-in-Chichester

THEATRE JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Sat, April 7, at 2.30pm and 7.30pm Ticket price: £12.50 Address: The Regis Centre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tel: 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk YOU WIN AGAIN - CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE BEE GEES Wed, April 11, at 7.30pm Ticket price: Full price £25.50 Address: Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2QJ Tel: 023 9282 8282 Email: boxoffice@kingsportsmouth. co.uk www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson/music/you-win-again JEEVES AND WOOSTER: PERFECT NONSENSE Wed, April 11 - Sat, April 14, at 7.30pm Ticket price: £15.50 Address: The Regis Centre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tel: 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk

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TITANIC THE MUSICAL Thur, April 12 – Sat, April 21 Address: Mayflower Theatre, 22-26 Commercial Rd, Southampton SO15 1GE Tel: 02380 711811 www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/ titanic-the-musical-2018

CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC Fri, May 4, at 7.30pm Tricket price: form £20.50, Family of 4 £70 (£18.75) Address: Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 2QJ Tel: 023 9282 8282 Email: boxoffice@kingsportsmouth. co.uk www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk

OTHER LITTLE WOMAN Thur, April 19 – Sat, Apr 21, at 7.30pm (including 2.30pm on 21st) Ticket price: £14/£12 (Concessions)/£8 NUS Address: The Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tel: 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk PRESENT LAUGHTER Fri, April 20 – Sat, May 12 Ticket price: From £10 Address: Chichester Festival Theatre Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tel: 01243 781312 Email: marketing@cft.org.uk www.cft.org.uk/whats-on/event/ present-laughter RANDOM / GENERATIONS Fri, May 4 – Sat, June 2 at 7.45pm Ticket price: £20 Address: Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester, PO19 6AP Tel: 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk

COFFEE MORNING AND CAKE SALE Sat, April 7, at 10am Ticket price: free entry Address: Felpham Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Felpham PO22 7DZ

MINI HOLIDAY CLUB Tues, April 10 - Thur, Apr 12 - Fri, April 13, 10am – 12pm Entry: 5 years – 11 years only Address: Aldwick Baptist Church, 43 Gossamer La, Bognor Regis PO21 3DD More information on Aldwick Baptist Church website THE FRENCH MARKET Fri, April 13, to Sun, April 15 Address: Chichester, East Street and North Street

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ANNUAL TULIP FESTIVAL Sun, April 15 - Tues, May 15, 10am5pm Ticket price: from £11 for a child (5-16 yrs), from £13 for an adult, from £51 for a family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Address: Arundel Castle & Gardens, Arundel BN18 9AB Tel: 01903 882173 ext 230 Email: visits@arundelcastle.org www.arundelcastle.org THE ARTIST’S VOICE - OUTSIDE IN HOSTS EUROPEAN OUTSIDER ART ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE Fri, May 4 - Sun, May 6 Tickets for the weekend cost £150 (plus a booking fee) Address: Pallant House Gallery, 9 N Pallant, Chichester PO19 1TJ www.outsidein.org.uk/eoa_ conference_2018 INTRODUCTION TO CRUISER RACING SEMINAR Sat, April 7, 10am for 10.30am start Address: Eames Farm Meeting Room, Thorney Road, Emsworth, PO10 8DE Refreshments will be provided and all attendees will get a copy of the presentation to take away. www.ccrc.co.uk/seminar/ CHICHESTER GARDEN AND CRAFT MARKET Fri, May 11 - Sun, May 13, Fri & Sat: 9.00am-5.30pm, Sun: 10.00am4.30pm Tickets : free Address: North Street and East Street, Chichester www.woodlandcrafts.co.uk

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Health & Wellbeing

by Denise Kelly

A food that's so good for you they named it twice AS YOU know, there are tons of amazing so called ‘super foods’ available to us, and they all have various health claims. Camu camu is becoming increasingly popular as a health supplement for its supposed antioxidant properties. But is there something to this rain forest fruit or is it just about the hype? This isn't a fruit you'll find on a tree or bush

locally unfortunately, as camu camu mostly grows in flooded areas of the Amazon rainforest in Peru, Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela, where its fruits and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. Its fruits are about the same size as a lemon, but light orange in colour, and full of vitamin C. Natural health claims are that camu camu has anti-viral properties that can help with cold sores, herpes, shingles, and the common cold. Others say it's a natural energy booster that’s amazing for your eyes and gums. There have not been extensive year-long studies on this super food, but what we do know is Camu camu is stacked full of vitamin C, in fact it contains 60 times more per serving than one orange! A teaspoon of camu camu powder has 1,180 per cent of your recommended daily intake for vitamin C, which is important for gum health, among other functions in our body. It also contains Valine, which is an essential amino acid, meaning that we must get it in food because our bodies can't produce it. Valine is used by the body to prevent muscle breakdown and is important for nervous system and cognitive function. It also contains potassium, which our

bodies need for the proper functioning of the heart and kidneys. Camu camu is one way to get it: 71.1 milligrams are found in every 100 grams. It also contains Leucine, which is another essential amino acid, one that our bodies need for muscle and bone tissue growth and recovery and the production of growth hormones. The amino acid Serine is key for digestion. Serine helps to break down the bonds in proteins and polypeptides so they can be used by our bodies, encouraging better digestive systems, which let's face it, many people need. And guess where you can find this, yes you’ve guessed it - Camu camu. Camu camu also contains several different flavonoids, which are compounds that are found in plants and are part of what gives fruits and vegetables their beautiful colours. They mostly function in the body as antioxidants, neutralising harmful free radicals. Gallic acid is also found in camu camu, which is good news because it appears to have antifungal and anti-viral properties. It also acts as an anti oxidant too. Ellagic Acid is another acid with antioxidant properties, which is found in this wonder fruit! It's been studied for anti-cancer effects, though research is still very early. How to take it? You can include it in your diet in tablet or powder form. The powder can be used to flavour other foods, and camu-flavoured ice creams and drinks are popular in Peru. When you should avoid it? There is some concern that Camu camu can interfere with some chemotherapy medications. You should always let your doctor know about the supplements you are taking, but especially so if you

are receiving chemo, for example. If you have a health issue that you would like to discuss further or you would like to book a full health consultation please don’t hesitate to contact Denise. Denise Kelly is a passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist'. Her company is called DK - The Wellbeing company and represents all things health and fitness. Denise also runs a juice company 'Juice It' that makes and delivers healthy juices and smoothies. She is involved with motivational talks, conferences and corporate events regarding health all over the world and believes that knowledge is power and, ultimately, health is your only wealth!

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Put a spring in your step with these value wines Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys martin.lury@me.com LIDL shares with Aldi a growing reputation for good value-for-money wines and the supermarket has just launched its Spring Wine Tour, a seasonal collection available until stocks expire. I will therefore concentrate on said collection this week with two notable exceptions, two wines both priced at a miserly £3.99! A 2016 Cimarosa Pedro Jimenez white wine from downtown Chile exceeded my expectations, being a fine example of Pedro Ximenez (a grape usually used to make pisco in Chile) and displaying a crisp, citrus fruit character and, though light, a very quaffable number and one that should not disappoint at this steal of a price! Equally, the Italian red wine Montepulciano D'Abruzzo of 2016 vintage is another bargain buy, being smooth, everyday drinking with a morello cherry palate and soft tannins to boot! It is worth aerating for roughly an hour and pairs well with food. Returning to Lidl's Spring Wine Tour, for an outlay of just £4.99, one can avail oneself of a 2016 Château Dereszla

Amethyst Furmint Tokaji of Hungarian provenance This dryish wine has slightly waxy aromas leading into flavours of baked apple, tangerine and spices along with juicy acidity and a hint of cream on the finish. Two other white wines priced at £5.99 were a 2016 white Côtes Du Rhône and a Corte Allodola 2016 Soave Classico. The Les Hauts D'Oriet Côtes Du Rhône is a light rounded wine whose floral and apple notes will appeal to those who

like flowery wines with an added hint of honey. The Soave Classico from Terre del Vulcano hails from volcanic soils in Veneto adding to its character. There is also a floral element in the nose leading on to tangerine, citrus and apple flavours combined with mouthwatering acidity. A good summer picnic wine - a veritable mouth-filler with a long aftertaste! My final white wine selection, at the lofty price of £10.99, was that of a

2016 Domaine De Oliveira Petit Chablis which proved to sport a good mineral nose with a stone fruit palate, flavours of citrus, honey with hints of elderflower. Fruity and easy-drinking and very quaffable! In terms of red wines, I first happened upon a 2014 Carles Priorat Crianza priced at just £5.99 and this one proved to be an intense red from the hilly appellation of Priorat in mainland Spain with crushed red berry aromas and intense red fruit on the palate. Good acidity with oaky notes of creamy vanilla make this an interesting buy! For £7.99 the 2015 Domaine Croze Brunet

Vinsobres, a French Rhône wine which, although relatively unknown here, rarely disappoints and this one is no exception with a truly rustic flavour of blackberries coupled with some savoury wild garrigue - well worth a punt! My final red choice, priced at £9.99, was a Château Tour de Castres 2013 Graves. This wine sported a fruity nose of ripe blackcurrant with smoky, woody aromas with red and black fruit on the palate and a subtle hint of vanilla. Grippy tannins and balanced acidity characterise this pleasing red and it is one I commend to you! Jusqu' à la prochaine fois!

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This is the latest in a regular series of columns by the Aldingbourne Trust which cover the start of a new era for its work. WITH the block paving walkway now laid to the entrance and the cedar shingles almost complete, the Aldingbourne Trust’s conference centre is really beginning to look very special. Externally,the water mains trench has been dug and the pipe laid. Work on the spacious decking area is at an advanced stage with the steel work complete and the joists and decking due to be fitted over the coming weeks. This area will be a fantastic place to sit and enjoy lunch or coffee and homemade cake in the summer from the trust's superb café. Some 95 per cent of the structure is now glazed and the heating is on, allowing the building to dry nicely despite the recent best efforts of the ‘Beast from the East’! Inside, the lift is installed and the internal walls are in place and being plastered. The office ceilings have been fitted with Quattro 40 acoustic plasterboard. This not only improves the sound quality but also reduces echo during phone conversations. The Trust are preparing the spec for the amazing conference facilities that are going to available for all to use. We now take a close look at one of the techniques being used for the centre - Bodpave Bodpave is a British made Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS). Bodpave grids are a strong interlocking 100 per

Sir, I was very interested to read your article in last week's Post concerning cyclists in the city centre, pictured below. Rather than try to ban cyclists, what about introducing a speed limit (say the same speed as pedestrians)? Importantly, I think this is also necessary when considering drivers of disability scooters. I have witnessed, on numerous occasions, scooters

being driven at speed through the pedestrian areas, causing people to scatter to avoid being mowed down. One woman even shouted 'out of the way, out of the way'! I am very sympathetic to anyone needing help in getting around, and realise these scooters are a lifeline to many, but surely there is also a responsibility to safeguard each and every pedestrian." Yvonne Kelly, Chichester resident

Sir, I hope that Bognor Regis Town Council, together with Bognor's residents, who have been interested in the promenade design for many years (and who, after all, will be the ones living with it) will be given a chance to contribute design ideas rather than just being told by the district council what's been decided for us. A Victorian theme was suggested for the seafront many years ago but it has not been adhered to.

I do not agree with the views of Cllr Oppler, who is a district councillor and not a town councillor, that to continue with this theme is the best course of action for the seafront. I believe that the seafront is the 'jewel of the town and district' and look forward to seeing the investment that will come when the residents and local authorities agree on what the future of the promenade will be and work together to achieve it. Town Cllr Steve Goodheart

cent recycled cellular porous plastic paving grid system for grass reinforcement, ground stabilisation and gravel retention. They are perfect for use in heavy traffic areas such as pathways and car parks. It was particularly important for the trust to have a surface for the car park that not only blended in with the countryside setting, but was also environmentally friendly. Laying the interlocking Bodpaving grids correctly is important to make sure they provide excellent surface drainage and remain stable for many years to come. While the charity is taking every effort to ensure the Aldingbourne Country Centre continues to offer all its activities to a high standard, we do ask our visitors to bear with us during the development. We would like to thank you all in advance for your patience and understanding while this exciting new development build is in process.

Sir, The Irish have St Patrick and the Scots have St Andrew and Sussex has St Richard. Our patron saint was Bishop of Chichester from 1197 to 1253. Today, his day is June 16, which is also 'Sussex Day'. His feast day was April 3 but the church changed it as the original date clashed with Eastertime. Sussex is a very old county.

There were Saxon kings here before England was ever thought of! 'Sussex Day' is the one day set aside for the whole of Sussex to simply take a look at our wonderful county, pictured above is the South Downs Way. Ian Steedman (a friend of Sussex), St George's Road, Worthing

Sir, We have recently moved to East Wittering, pictured below, and have decided to put down roots here. It's a lovely area. I'm an active person and welcome the opportunity to leave the car at home, and I was looking forward to walking to Chichester next to the main road from East Wittering to see how long it would take, and how enjoyable it would be. That was four months ago. I have since travelled that road enough times to know that walking from here to there is not possible along the shortest route without putting yourself in considerable danger. Should you drive that route in the dark, you take a risk of meeting people on the road as there's no pavement at all in some places and to ride a bike on that road must be just plain scary. I decided to walk the most direct safe route that had a footpath away from vehicles and had to follow a coastal footpath that was largely impassible to those of anything less than rude health and ability, which led me to Itchenor and then on to Hunston, then to Chichester train station. It was 22 kilometres, 13-14 miles. This about twice the distance of using the road, and utterly unsuited for anything more than a ramble. I have lived and worked in Sweden for the past six years and have seen just how many people use the cycleways there, and pedalling to work is second nature to those near towns and transport hubs. I am utterly shocked to see that there is no safe unbroken provision of passage for people to take a leisurely bike ride or to cycle to work to Chichester that would take much less than an hour on a dedicated path. As you drive this route you can see that there is easily enough room to put in a splendid path next to the main road, there's enough verge and scrub to clear for a contraflow cycle route and the removal of the traffic centre hatching and islands from the road would transform the journey. Extra people on the path means fewer people on the road, and as people already know that there's going to be a jam, wouldn't it be wise to offer a safe alternative to sitting in a car and contribute to making everybody's day worse? I would very much like to see this implemented. It can't be a huge cost but the benefits would be felt by everybody in the area, and it meets all the criteria in the introduction to the council's walking and cycling strategy 2016-2026, David Addison, East Wittering

Sir, I am in agreement with one of your readers regarding dog licences. Yes, there has been a huge increase in dog ownership in recent decades and a licence fee would be justified for several reasons: 1 - It would make people think more carefully about their responsibilities to the animal before buying a cute puppy that will need a lot of commitment; 2 - A financial contribution is fair as there is a big cost in providing dog bins, emptying them and disposing of the contents. Why should non-dog owners have to contribute to this? 3 - There is the further issue of cleaning up the mess all around our streets, parks, beachfront promenades and beaches as well. Not very pleasant! Richard Bateman Red Barn Crescent Felpham

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Boxgrove Priory Church of St Mary and St Blaise By Denise Meeson, Volunteer at the Novium Museum BOXGROVE PRIORY is situated in the charming village of Boxgrove, at the foot of the South Downs and around three miles from Chichester. A church existed here in Anglo Saxon times, as noted in the Domesday Book of 1086, but the present buildings date from the founding of a Benedictine priory in about 1105. Remaining today is the Priory Church of St Mary and St Blaise, which has been in use since the 12th century and the remains of the 14th century priory guest house, where the Prior entertained his guests and travellers could find lodgings. Although the western part of the original monastic church, the chapter house, cloisters and other monastic buildings have been lost over time, the church remains a fine example of Norman (Romanesque) and Early English (Gothic) architecture. THe church reflects different styles as the monks continued to develop it over the course of 100 years in three main building phases. THey were building for the glory of

God and they did not hesitate to pull down and rebuild parts of the church to make them loftier, or replace round arches with more elegant pointed ones. THe eastern choir, now the parish church, was rebuilt completely in about 1190 with double bay vaulting. On display in the church there is a scale model showing the Priory as it was when it was at its largest in the 14th century. Lands for the priory had been gifted to the Abbey of Lessay in Normandy, France, by Robert de la Haye, Lord of Halnaker. He was a Norman knight and was the grandson of the founder of Lessay. Lassay had been given the manor of Halknaker by King Henry I. At first, the priory had a community of only three monks, but this gradually increased, until there were 19 in its heyday in the middle of the 13th century. It remained in contact with the Lessay Abbey until the 1300s when other monasteries with links to the continent were being stripped of their assets by Edward II. Its revenues were restored by Edward III

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and full independence was confirmed by Richard II in 1383. THe Lords of Halnaker continued to be patrons of Boxgrove Priory until the 16th century and indeed in 1532 THomas West, 9th Lord de la Warr built the splendid Chantry Chapel. He also commissioned a local artist, Lambert Barnard, to paint the ceiling of the nave with the arms and crests of his own and his wife’s families. He hoped that he and his wife would be buried here and masses said for the repose of their souls. However, this was not to be, as shortly after Henry VIII ordered the Dissolution of the Monasteries and Lord de la Warr was forced to exchange Boxgrove Priory for an estate in Hampshire. THis ended the almost 500-year-old connection with the Lords of the Manor of Halnaker. By the time of the Dissolution, the community consisted of just eight priests, a deacon and one novice. Halnaker and Boxgrove remained in the possession of the crown for some years, though granted to Henry Fitzalan, Earl of

Arundel, between 1553 and his death in 1579. THe Crown sold the property in 1587 to Sir John Morley and it remained in that family until the death of his descendant Mary Morley, Countess of Derby, in 1752. During her lifetime, she had founded the almshouses and a church school in Boxgrove. When she died she was buried in the church, and the estate was later sold to Charles, 3rd Duke of Richmond, who became Patron of the Living of Boxgrove, giving him the right to appoint church officials. THe present Duke of Richmond is patron of Boxgrove today. Today, the Guest House, managed by English Heritage, is free to visit and open for viewing at any reasonable time during daylight hours. THe Priory Church, open daily, is both a flourishing part of the local community and a draw for visitors attracted by its peaceful atmosphere and architecture. As well as being a place of worship, it encourages musical and artistic endeavours as well as educational visits.

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Ski star Yasmin is 'over the moon' PostSport after her national downhill success TEEN ski sensation Yasmin Cooper is all smiles after sealing a national title win. The 19-year-old from Chichester has seen her training take her to all corners of the globe this winter. But all that hard work paid off when she sailed home in first place in the Downhill event of the British National Championships. Yasmin, who took part as an under-21 competitor, was more than half a second quicker than any of her rivals, who included a number of senior racers. The former Chichester High School for Girls pupil followed that up with third place in the Super G. Throw in gold medals in the National Junior Downhill and Super G competitions, as well as fourth in the Giant Slalom, and it was an eventful week in the French Alps for the talented skier. Speaking after the race, she said: "Three years ago I crashed in the Tignes Downhill and said 'I’m never doing that again'. Today I finished it as the British National Downhill Champion and came first overall. Over the

moon is an understatement." It was an excellent way to round off the 2017 campaign for the skier who still harbours international ambitions Yasmin started out the season in Chile before heading to Canada, where she stayed for more than a month before Christmas. Since the turn of the year, much of the winter was spent in Europe with competitions across Italy, Switzerland and France. She remains in the Alps at the moment, finishing off the national competitions before returning to Chichester for the summer. Writing on her Facebook page before the National Championships, Yasmin wrote: "The 2018 Winter Season has been going really well for me! After my trip to Canada competing in North American Cups I have been based in Aosta, Italy, with the British Ski Academy focusing on my training and racing. "Since January, I have achieved PBs in Alpine Combined, Super G, Downhill and Slalom, as well as winning the Overall English Super G Title and getting three overall podiums in Super G this season."

f Yasmin Cooper has been flying the flag for the UK

f The 19-year-old started the season in Chile before spending the winter in the Alps | Pic: Chris Haworth

Blues regroup ahead of season's run-in

f Blues beat Maidstone earlier this season

CHICHESTER RFC hope to finish 2018 on a high after a new year slump all but ended their promotion hopes. Scott Ashley's side head to Maidstone tomorrow (2pm) for the first of three matches to round off the season. A single win from those matches against sides in the bottom six will seal Blues a top four finish in London One South. But the hierarchy at Oaklands Park may be thinking what could have been as their injuryhit side struggled to string positive results together at the turn of the year. Since January, Blues have won just three of nine matches - a run which ended any hopes of an immediate return to National League action. Their rivals on the other hand have kept on winning, with CS Rugby, Medway and Havant now well out of touch at the top of the table. Blues' focus is now on securing that top four finish in the 14-team division. With Chi having Easter weekend off, Ashley's side have had time to regroup ahead of the final

three matches of the campaign. Even with two matches away from Oaklands Park, Chi's run in looks favourable on paper with all their remaining games against sides in the bottom six. However, they must look to bounce back after suffering a 29-15 defeat away at second-place Medway last time out. Bognor RFC will be hoping to end their season on a high as they welcome Isle of Wight to Hampshire Avenue tomorrow (3pm). The Purple and Greens have sealed second spot in Hampshire One after a convincing victory over Alesford in their last match. While they still have two matches left, Bognor are now ten points behind unbeaten league leaders United Services Portsmouth, which means they have to all but settle for the runners up spot. With the visitors languishing in the bottom half, the Purple and Greens will believe they can put in a performance in front of their home fans.

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DARTS: QE2's Jack Danahar cruised to victory in the first ever Grand Slam Knockout of the Bognor Double In Double Out Darts League. More than 40 players took part in the event at Newtown Social Club which is seen as a season finale to the competitive season. In previous years, the league played a team knockout, but many people didn't like playing 6-a-side. So this year, the team knockout was replaced with the 'Pete May' Grand Slam knockout, where every round would be re-drawn. After three rounds of hard-fought action, the semi-finals were made up of Ben Lubbe (Friary Arms) and Andy Cooper (Cabin Cruisers) while Richard Ragless (QE2) took on his teammate Danahar. Both Lubbe and Danahar outclassed their opponents with some high scoring to make it through to the showdown. The 'best-of-5' final saw Lubbe win the bullseye, and start with a 98 in-shot, while Danahar missed the in-shot with his first throw. Lubbe kept in the lead all the way to the double and sealed the leg with an 80 out-shot. The second leg saw a quick leg from Danahar, taking it to 1-1. Leg 3 saw a 140 from Danahar, but two tons from Lubbe. Danahar missed double 16 for a 106 outshot, but he managed to finish the leg with his next throw. The 4th leg saw both players match each other's scores. But, with 67 left, Danahar hit single 17, single 18 and double 16 to take the leg, and the win, becoming the first 'Pete May' Grand Slam Champion.

DARTS: Friary Z's Rob Collins showed that three can be the magic number after winning the Benevolent Cup for the third time. Collins defeated team mate and 2011/12 winner Richard Ragless in the final of the competitive competition which featured more than 50 players at the Newtown Social Club. Ragless went into the final in good form having seen off 2007/08 champion Simon Edwards (Richmond B) and Lewis Kalli (QE2 Galleon) with a series of high scores. He continued this scoring in the final starting with 123 followed by a 140. Collins started slowly, but eventually hit a ton followed by 125. After Ragless failed to hit a 100 out-shot, Collins hit an 85 out-shot to take the first leg in 18 darts. The second leg was close as well, with Collins hitting a ton, and Ragless hitting two tons. Collins hit 98 to leave double top, and Ragless hit one of the tons to leave 49. Collins missed the double with the first dart, but used the other two to take the second leg in 21 darts. Leg three saw a slower game from Ragless, while Collins was steady, hitting a ton on his second throw. Collins hit 99 to leave 74, then Ragless hit a ton to leave 152. Collins went for the bull and hit 25, and, after hitting another 25, then missed double 12. He had another chance on his next throw but left 12. With 111 left, Ragless hit treble 20 and single 11, but the last dart was sitting the wrong side of double top. Collins then stepped up, and with his second dart hit double 6 to take the third leg, and his third Benevolent Cup Champions title. Full results available at: bognor-darts. co.uk

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Sun needs to shine on Chi as weather holds up push for top

f James Thurgar scores his goal | Pics: T McMillan

Lions should 'fear nothing' PAGHAM joint-boss Tom Simmonds says his Lions having 'nothing to fear' as they prepare for a top-of-the-table clash tomorrow. The Nyetimber Lane side have shown their courage and fighting spirit in recent weeks, striking late twice to seal two much-needed victories in the hunt for the SCFL Premier crown. The most recent came last weekend when James Thurgar hit home in injury time to seal a remarkable comeback against AFC Uckfield. Those three points lifted the Lions to top spot, something they relinquished when their Easter Monday derby against Chichester was postponed. Next up is a visit from fellow title challenger Saltdean United tomorrow (3pm) before mid-table Broadbridge Heath come to Nyetimber Lane on Tuesday (7.30pm). Simmonds said: "Saltdean are a good side and we had to work really hard to beat them earlier in the season so it will be another tough game. But our recent form has been good, so we'll go into it with nothing to fear. "If we're at our best, I think we'll win the game."

Second-placed Pagham go into the double header on a high after sealing a remarkable comeback from 3-1 down against struggling Uckfield. Dan Simmonds' second goal reduced the arrears before Ryan Davidson equalised with ten minutes to go. Then, with time ticking down, Thurgar struck home from inside the area to spark wild celebrations. Coming hot on the heels of a similar comeback against Newhaven a fortnight ago, the Lions management team of Simmons and Richie Hellen are full of praise of their young side. Simmonds said: "They have been special. "If you're lucky, you have a comeback like that once every couple of years but to do it twice in seven days has been amazing. "When the going gets tough this group never throw the towel in. "They are all really close off the pitch and I think that shows on it. I have to give them massive credit for never knowing when they are beat and we've got our just rewards for that over the last couple of games."

f Pagham celebrate their comeback

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CHICHESTER City's frustrations with the weather continue as the rain hindered their promotion hopes. Heavy deluges over the Easter weekend saw both of the Lillywhites' matches postponed during the traditionally busy period. With other sides in the hunt for the SCFL Premier title picking up points, Chi have slipped down to sixth, four points behind league leaders Haywards Heath, albeit with a game in hand. Miles Rutherford's side did put some of that frustration behind them on Wednesday when they beat Loxwood 5-0 at home, with Jimmy Wild, Kaleem Haitham, Scott Jones (2) and Dave Herbert getting the goals. That cut the gap at the top. With things so tight there, Chi know they can afford no major slip-ups. City have six matches left in the SCFL Premier season, starting tomorrow away at seventh-placed Peacehaven & Telscombe (3pm). Then they return to Oaklands Park to host relegation-threatened Hassocks on Tuesday evening (7.45pm). With four of those remaining fixtures at home - including two massive matches against immediate rivals Three Bridges and Haywards Heath - their fate rests in their own hands.

f City striker Jimmy Wild scored against Loxwood

Sids' boss has faith in squad Ne

SIDLESHAM boss Daren Pearce believes his young squad have what it takes to secure his side's long-awaited return to senior football next season. The manager and his fellow backroom staff have been working hard on and off the pitch to ready his side for step six on nonleague football. But with a month of the season to play, the Sids are fifth, eight points behind league leaders Rustington. All is not lost, though, as Pearce's side still have nine games to play, meaning they can

close the gap on the sides above them. The manager said: "We're not in too bad a position. We have got a reasonable sized squad and some excellent under 18s coming through. "We're just looking to do as well as we can and take maximum points from every match we take part in. "Obviously we'd like to be a little bit higher. It's down to the lads now. " We've prepared them right and its over to them to try and carry on with our unbeaten run into the last eight or nine matches."

f Sids beat Montpelier Villa to boost their promotion hopes

Saturday's 2-0 victory over Montpelier Villa was Sids' first match in four weeks as goals from Tom Atkinson and Jake Goulding secured the victory. The Sids face a double header in the next week, hosting Alfold tomorrow (3pm) before making the short trip to Littlehampton's St Flora Sportsfield to play Clymping (7.30pm). In SCFL Division One, Selsey's slide continues as the Blues' winless run rolls on. Steve Bailey's side suffered a 2-1 loss away at Bexhill last weekend, making it five defeat in a row. With two matches to come in the next four days, Selsey will hope to get that winning feeling again in order to secure a top half finish. First up is a match at St Francis Rangers tomorrow (3pm) to face a side who they are level on points with. Then there is a trip to fourth-bottom Storrington on Tuesday (7.45pm). In SCFL Division Two, Bosham will be looking to bounce back into action after the weather frustrated their diminishing title hopes over Easter. The sixth-placed Robins have won six in a row in all competitions but look to have left it too late to launch a charge on the league crown. Next up is a home clash against Clymping at Walton Lane tomorrow (3pm).

City's skipper aims for a strong finish CHICHESTER City Ladies skipper Emma Alexandre believes the club will need to pull together to ensure a strong finish. The Oaklands Park side have performed extremely well in their first season at the third tier of women's football. After a 1-0 victory over Gillingham last time out, Chi sit seventh in the 12-team league. But the weather and fixture schedule against them, Matt Wright's side still have seven matches to play, the first of which is not until April 15, away at Coventry City. With the games coming thick and fast after then, the captain wants to see her teammates work together to finish strong. Alexandre said: “The difference in that second-half against Gillingham was that

players were willing to work hard off the ball to give options to the player on the ball. “We have got a very tough run to the end of the season but when we come together and play like a team I think we can beat anyone.” Off the field, City continue to make progress ahead of the restructure of the ladies' game this summer. Just a few weeks after appointing Alan Crozier as the club's general manager, Rob Kerr has become its business manager. The pair are tasked with taking Chi into the newly-named FA Women's Championship, which will be the second tier of the national game. Kerr knows the city and the club's role in the community through his work at youth level, will be tasked with working with the club's sponsors and commercial partners.

f Chi faces Coventry on April 15

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f Bognor suffered a fifth defeat in a row at Eastbourne | Pics: T McMillan

Rocks' drop all but sealed as team is felled by Sussex rivals Next Game

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BOGNOR boss Jack Pearce vows that his side will keep fighting to the end despite the Rocks relegation fears being all but confirmed. A heavy 3-0 defeat at Sussex rivals Eastbourne Borough on Easter Monday leaves the Nyewood Lane side 13 points adrift with just seven matches to go. With the Rocks winning just four matches in the National South all season, even the most optimistic Nye Camp regular will admit a great escape is off the cards. Matches against Gloucester City away tomorrow (3pm) before a home game against St Albans City on Tuesday (7.45pm) give Bognor a double chance of getting over their derby defeat. But, even with 21 points still on the table, Pearce says thoughts are already turning to next season when the Rocks will be back in the Isthmian Premier. Speaking after the match, the veteran manager said: "While we are not mathematically relegated just yet on paper, it does look as though we are down. "We will keep on fighting in every game and try and win as many points as we can." Monday's defeat to Boro was the fifth in a row for a Rocks side who have been fighting for their lives since the autumn. Just one league win in five months, though, has not been good enough as Pearce's side

have found that a failure to score goals has cost them dear. The Boro match followed the pattern of many in the National South this season Rocks dominated much of the match but could not convert their chances. They started on the front foot, piling on the pressure and forcing three corners in the opening eight minutes. But it was the hosts who took the lead against the run of play when Shaun Okojie blasted into the roof of the net from close range. Jamie Taylor doubled the lead after the re-start and, despite the Rocks pushing forward, it was ex-Rock Gavin McCallum who rounded off the scoring on the hour mark. Attention now switches to a busy end of the season before the end of the month. The number of postponements in recent weeks caused by the frequent downpours has led to a situation where the games come thick and fast for Bognor. This week's double header is the start of seven games in three weeks, which includes the Cheltenham City game originally planned for Good Friday before it fell victim to the bad weather. Pearce said: "We all have personal pride at stake so it's important that the team keep on playing for our fantastic fans."

Game shows contrast in clubs "ONE CAN only wonder where Borough and Bognor would be now had Jamie Howell not changed clubs!" So ended the match report on the official Eastbourne Borough FC website after the Rocks lost 3-0 at their Sussex rivals on Easter Monday. It was just two days after Bognor sealed promotion to the National South that Howell said he was leaving Nyewood Lane. Speaking afterwards, the former Arsenal trainee made clear the decision was made with a heavy heart, but he had been presented with an offer he could not turn down. There were very few Rocks fans who resented Howell making the move. After years of squeezing every last drop out of a tight-knit squad, most felt he deserved a new start on enhanced financial terms. But Howell's departure triggered an eventful summer at Nyewood Lane which ended with general manager Jack Pearce reluctantly taking charge once again. Players within the squad defend Pearce to the hilt, praising his modern approach to the game and the positivity that he brings to the dressing room. But Howell's appearance on the touchline on Monday, in a different dugout, would have reminded Rocks fans of far happier days.

f Calvin Davies loses an aerial challenge

IT'S FAIR to say the past month or so has not gone as well as we planned. Following the loss away at Eastbourne Borough, that’s pretty much it for this season. While we may not be mathematically relegated just yet, the simple truth is we are down. There’s been nothing of note for us to hold on to in recent weeks, no glimmer of hope and I can't see that changing. The problems have been clear to most - we have been so counter productive in their box and have been giving things away in our own. I don't think you can pinpoint things down to a single issue but little things have jumped out. If you look at Monday's game we were two-nil down and Ibra did really well to spin his defender and get through on goal. He runs through to a tight angle but could not convert. Then the ball went up the other end, Keaton Wood gives the ball away and they score to make it 3-0. Episodes like that have been happening in every game of the last month or so. We have played really well but conceded sloppy goals in every game. The sad fact is that Eastbourne was a real chance for us to pick up a positive result, especially as their home form is worse than ours. We’re just not clinical enough, though, and the final ball is just not right. I don’t want to single people out but we have got the ball in good positions but there has been nothing in the box as it seems like as a team we are resigned to the fact we can’t score. From a personal point of view, standing on the sidelines, it is frustrating as there's nothing I can do about it. At times, I'd go as far to say that it is embarrassing that I have to sit and watch. There are no positives really to take out of Monday's match apart from the fact that Gary Charman started for first time in

a while. I think only he and Harvey Whyte came off the pitch with their heads held high. For a manager, that must be frustrating. I know Jack is having a bad time of it of late and that is understandable as in football the buck stops with the manager. But really, the blame should be with the players as they are the ones on the pitch. Jack has been open and transparent with the players; he has tried his best to get people in and picked from the best he has had. Of course, it's only natural that some may think what could have been if Jamie Howell had stayed on as manager rather than leaving for Eastbourne. We all knew that losing Jamie as well as James Fraser and Darren Budd would be tough after last season. Jamie did wonders for me personally as a player and it was nice to see him after the match. He did admit the results had not been the best at his new team but he was very complimentary of me and the club. I heard there was a bit of a disagreement between him and Dabber at the end of the match but I think it was something out of nothing really. Thoughts now must turn to next year. We have a long trip to Gloucester tomorrow and I think on the way back a few of the lads will start talking about next season. It is incredibly tough to go down and come back again so we will need some big characters, otherwise it will be a difficult season. One thing that is unsettling for us all is the unknown - we don’t know who the manager is or who else will be at the club. But the aim for the next few weeks is for the management team to get players signed on while the players try and give something back to the fans. It's important we try and put in some positive performances, score some goals, get a few results and try and enjoy them before rebuilding for next year.

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