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Murder unsolved for five years BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A RENEWED appeal for help was issued by the police yesterday as the fifth anniversary of a grandmother's brutal murder in Bosham. Valerie Graves, 55, a popular artist, arrived to house sit at a property in Smugglers Lane, with her mother, Eileen, just days before Christmas to celebrate the holidays and Valerie’s

birthday. Valerie’s sister, Jan, and her sister’s partner, Nigel Akers, arrived shortly afterwards. The mansion belonged to the Chamberlains, friends of Nigel’s, who were holidaying in Costa Rica with their children. Several members of her family and friends visited the house over this time and enjoyed both the Christmas celebrations and Valerie’s birthday, which was on Christmas Day. As the festive period drew to a close,

the family were preparing to return to their own homes but remained at the house on the evening of December 29. Valerie was staying in a ground-floor bedroom at the back of the premises. The following morning, on December 30, Valerie was found dead in her bedroom by her sister. She had suffered severe head and facial injuries. A patio door, leading directly from the bedroom outside to the back of the premises, was found to be unlocked. Chief Superintendent Jason Taylor

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Post boxes are damaged in city BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk EXPLOSIVES are suspected to have been used on five post boxes and a telephone kiosk in the Chichester district on Boxing Day evening. They are all believed to have been targeted in Bosham, Lavant, Charlton, East Dean and Oving between 10pm and midnight and police are now appealing for witnesses. Detective Inspector Alan Pack said: “We believe something has been placed at the locations that has caused a small explosion resulting in the damage. "It’s important to stress that we believe these criminal acts were intended to cause damage and nobody has been hurt, but there is significant potential to cause injury and we have dedicated officers to the investigation as a matter of urgency. "Our crime scene investigators will be at the locations carrying out thorough examinations and officers will be carrying out house to house enquiries in the area. "We are very keen to speak to anyone who saw any suspicious vehicles or people near to post boxes or telephone kiosks, and also owners of dash cams who may have footage that cover the locations during the relevant times. "If anyone has information that might assist this investigation please report online or call 101 quoting Operation Dolly. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. "If you see anything suspicious at other

post boxes, as a precaution, stay at least 50 metres away from the location and call us on 999." The locations currently identified are as follows: • Post box outside The Reach, Smugglers Lane, Bosham - fire crews attended at 22.51pm • Post box at the entrance to Bosham Hoe on Hoe Lane junction with Smugglers Lane, Bosham • Post box on the A286 junction with St Nicholas Road, Lavant - fire crews BY KEL attended at 0.12am kelly.wickha • Post box outside The Fox Goes Free public house, Charlton Road,AN ANGEL Charlton - fire crews attended atroof atop Ch put on displ 23.37pm • Post box near the Star and Garter The sculp public house, East Dean - fire crewsfeet tall, wa Chichester attended at 23.16pm • Telephone kiosk at the High Streetpart of her s junction with Highfield Lane, Oving The meta currently on - fire crews attended at 0.05am Fire crews confirmed that one memberChapel, was of the public was left in the care ofpart of its on South East Coast Ambulance Service Undergrad at Charlton and that all post boxes hadon the BA ( been destroyed by unknown explosives. “The colour A Royal Mail spokesperson said it was aware of the incidents. "We can confirm there have been incidents involving a small number of our postboxes in the Chichester area. "We are assisting the police while they carry out further investigations. Customers wishing to post mail can do so their local post office counter. "Any customers with concerns should contact our Customer Service team via royalmail.com, or by calling 03457 740 740," he said.

Man convicted of child cruelty A CHICHESTER man has been convicted of three counts of child cruelty. John Bayley, 40, appeared at Portsmouth Crown Court on Friday, December 7, for sentencing after a previous guilty plea for the three charges. The offences occurred in Chichester between 2012 and 2017 on two children who were known to Bayley of Bastion House, East Walls, Chichester. Bayley was given 20 days of community service, a restraining order not to contact the victims or their mother for five years, victim surcharge of £85, a fine of £800 and £1,200 towards prosecution costs. Investigating officer Detective

Constable Stuart McAdams said: “Mr Bayley subjected the children concerned to years of psychological, and of one child physical, abuse and what is worse, is that Bayley only entered a guilty plea on the first day of the trial. “The result of this was that the children involved had to re-watch, and therefore re-live, their video recorded interview prior to the start of the trial. They were also traumatised by the thought of having to go to court and give evidence against an adult they trusted. “That aside, the conviction is a positive result for these children and a welcomed conviction.”

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk AN ANGEL made from the iconic copper roof atop Chichester Cathedral has been put on display in the city for Christmas. The sculpture, which stands at sixfeet tall, was created by University of Chichester art student Helen Solly as part of her second-year assessment. The metal for the angel, which is currently on display in the University Chapel, was donated by the Cathedral as part of its ongoing roof renovations. Undergraduate Helen, who is studying on the BA (Hons) Fine Art degree, said: “The colours of the copper are beautiful

and the sculpture’s rough edges reflect the material from the weathered roof. “I’ve called it ‘Cu on the other side’ to signify its relationship with heaven. “It’s also a reference to the periodic symbol for copper and draws attention to the unexposed golden-brown side of the metal that the public have never seen.” The copper used for the artwork dates back to a period after the Second World War when the metal was used to re-cover the Cathedral roof given the unavailability of the traditional lead, which is less prone to crack and lifting by coastal winds. Cathedral spokesperson Ruth Poyner said: “It is wonderful to see our green

copper roof given a new life. “The copper can no longer protect this sacred space from the elements but we shall hope that this angel continues to offer shelter and warmth to those in need.” Mother of four Helen, who lives in Chichester, specialises in using raw and recycled materials that have been locally sourced to fashion unique artwork. She intends to auction off her artwork in 2019 and donate any money raised to the Cathedral roof renovation project. The angel will be displayed in the University Chapel until Candlemas, in early February, and can be viewed once the institution has reopened on Wednesday, January 2.

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The killing of Valerie in December, 2013, remains one of the biggest murder investigations carried out by Sussex Police in recent years. Her murder remains unsolved but detectives from the Surrey and Sussex major crime team are committed to finding her killer. Valerie's family said: "We would also urge anyone with any information about Valerie's death to come forward and contact police or Crimestoppers." Police guarded the house as forensics officers began the painstaking challenge of collecting vital evidence. In the days after her murder, officers spent a significant time in the area, speaking to those living and working there, to gather information and witnesses. Just days after the murder, a hammer was found by police search teams in Hoe Lane, at the entrance to the driveway of Hart’s Farm, approximately 600 metres away from the murder scene. It was confirmed as the weapon used to kill Valerie. The 30cm length hammer has a distinctive red and black handle and is embossed with the words Forge Steel with a picture of an outline of an anvil. On January 14, 2014, a 22-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of the murder of Valerie. He was questioned and released on bail but eventually released without further action. In November, 2014, detectives believed they had a breakthrough

in the case. Forensic scientists had obtained a limited DNA profile for the suspect, which meant they could start requesting voluntary DNA samples to eliminate men from the investigation who lived and worked in the Bosham area, either permanently or as migrant workers. Two months later, in January 2015, Sussex Police started the biggest voluntary mass DNA screening in its history of all men aged over 17 who lived or worked in Bosham. Despite collecting 2,819 DNA samples, no match was found. Anyone with information about the murder of Valerie Graves is asked to report it online or ring 101 and quote Operation Ensign. They can alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or use its non-traceable anonymous online form.

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Enchanting ice rink in city's special park CHiCE - Chichester Ice Rink Priory Park, Chichester PO19 1NS enquiries@chice.uk www.chice.uk Until January 6 A MAGICAL wonderland has come to Priory Park in Chichester with a festive ice rink. An area of the park has been transformed with glittery lights, warming fires and an ice haven. After months of planning, CHiCE - Chichester Ice Rink is open and welcoming in members of the public to skate their way through the festive season. The deluxe ice rink is the creation of

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A fixed Santa returns home BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A BROKEN ceramic Father Christmas was fixed by a student at West Dean College in time for Christmas. Students in the ceramics conservation department at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation learn to conserve a wide range of objects, from Chinese ceramics to Saxon glass, but it was difficult to say no when the family of a former college staff member now in a nursing home came to the college with a broken Father Christmas owned by a fellow resident. Lorna Calcutt, ceramics programme leader, said: “Restoring ceramics like the Father Christmas is not a normal project for us, but he has such sentimental value to the resident of the nursing home, we were more than happy to help!” Andriani Maimaridou, a student on the graduate diploma conservation of ceramics programme, carried out the work. She said: “Conserving Father Christmas has had its challenges as it is a very delicate object to handle and a difficult material to conserve due to its surfaces being sensitive to several

conservation materials. "However, it was a conservation challenge we were happy to undertake as it’s a valued seasonal object and we knew we had a tight deadline to meet!” The object is slip cast porcelain with bright coloured, matte surfaces and students had to test a range of materials and techniques away from the object before deciding on the best course of action. They bonded in two sections, the main body shards first and then attached the foot, being very aware of the paper label and protecting this from any adhesive. Nice tight joins were achieved and Andriani filled small areas of loss, then retouched the fills to match colour and texture. The Father Christmas was returned to the nursing home, on Monday, December 17, in time for Christmas. Andriani and fellow students on the graduate diploma programme have been learning basic treatments in their first term while being introduced to a diverse range of objects, and will undertake progressively more complex conservation projects. For more information on courses at West Dean College, visit: westdean.org. uk

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New trees planted in public gardens RESIDENTS and visitors will be able to enjoy the benefits of new trees in a Chichester public garden thanks to funding from a local society. The Chichester Natural History Society approached Chichester District Council with a legacy fund to support Jubilee Gardens, which was used to purchase five new trees. Members of the society watched the trees being planted by the council’s green spaces team earlier this month. The society is currently working on creating a plaque for each tree which will be hung from the tree’s branches. Daphne Flach, the natural history society's publicity officer, said: “The society is really pleased to be able to support Jubilee Gardens. "This has been made possible by a legacy given to our society which specified the money should be used to enhance the natural history in Chichester for all the residents. “It has been a fantastic project to be involved in and we have enjoyed working with the green spaces team at the district council.

"We hope that the trees will provide colour and interest in the park for people to enjoy in all seasons for years to come.” The new trees include two flowering cherry trees, a Golden Maple, a Cedar of Lebanon and a Forest Pansy (Judas tree), which all have a historic connection to the park. The new cedar tree has been planted among cedar trees that date back to 1897, when they were planted to celebrate Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee. “We are very grateful for the donation from the natural history society to help us improve our parks and green spaces,” said Cllr Roger Barrow, cabinet member for residents’ services at the district council. “This has enabled us to replace some of the trees that have sadly been lost over the years, due to old age and decay, and future-proof the park for generations to come. "Trees are vital for all of our health and wellbeing and I hope that residents and visitors will enjoy seeing the new trees grow and thrive.”

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Kids inspired to be reporters BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk CHILDREN at Rumboldswhyke Church of England Infants School have used their knowledge on the Great Fire of London to write newspaper reports. The youngsters in Year One and Year Two were given the task to learn more about writing articles for newspapers and focused on the tragic event in 1666. After learning first-hand experience from a Post Newspaper reporter on how a newspaper works and how to start writing an article, the children were guided through the work with teachers’ support. As part of the work, the pupils asked the reporter lots of questions and were given copies of the Chichester Post to see how a newspaper looked and what features were in it. Many of the pages included a newspaper name, a drawing of the fire, a picture and caption, plus an introduction. Pupils were given the topic 'Hot Hot Hot' to help them learn all about the Great Fire of London. Teacher, Mrs Lisa Terzian, said: "They were very excited about discovering an old buried box in the school field, which they believed Samuel Pepys had hidden during 1666! "The children were then privileged to participate in various activities kindly provided by the local fire brigade who demonstrated the modern day fire engine and learned all about fire safety. "The children were also delighted to meet a real-life reporter, who inspired

them to write a newspaper report all about the Great Fire of London." Annaliese said: "We found out all about the Great Fire of London and what it looked like!" Rebekah added: "It was fun because we got to meet Kelly and find out what we needed to do to become a newspaper

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` Purse stolen SUSSEX POLICE would like to speak to this woman in connection with the theft of a purse in Chichester. Officers received a report of a purse being stolen from a woman who experienced a medical episode in the toilets in the Cattle Market car park, Chichester, around 3pm on Friday, December 14. Another woman entered the toilets during this time and stole the victim’s purse which had £50 in cash and two bank cards within it. One of the bank cards was then subsequently used at shops in Chichester. If you witnessed any suspicious behaviour at the time of the theft around the Cattle Market car park please report it online or call 101 quoting 578 of 16/12.

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A wheel-y good time as the city mayor delivers presents BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk THE city of Chichester was honoured for the 122nd annual Christmas Walk with the Wheelbarrow Club on Saturday. The walk to the Dear's Charity Alms houses in Riverside near Tozer Way is a unique tradition in Chichester and this year it was as well attended as ever. The Dear’s Charity founded in the Victorian era by one of Chichester’s philanthropic women, Martha Dear, and is now supported by the Corporation of St Pancras, founded in 1689 to celebrate William of Orange. The ancient corporation of St Pancras, Chichester, was originally an Orange Club, pledging itself to William and Mary. It was founded in 1689 at The Unicorn, a well-known inn just outside the city walls, now The Giggling Squid, a Thai restaurant. The corporation, which has its own Mayor (the Down Town Mayor) and officers, is more popularly known as the Wheelbarrow Club. The tradition of wheelbarrow carrying is believed to have emerged from apprentices waiting outside the old Unicorn Inn to carry their drunken masters home. The annual walk from the Nags Head is headed up by the Pyrotechnics officer, Crier, and followed by the Fishbourne Morris Dancers.

Then come the wheelbarrows full of presents for residents of the Alms’ Houses, the mace bearer, the city Mayor or Uptown Mayor (Cllr Martyn Bell) and Down Town Mayor Bill Craven), the banner, officers in regalia, the warming pan, constables and marshalls,

burgesses and followers. Once the party arrived at the Dears Charity Alms houses, presents were handed to residents by both mayors and carols were sung. There was also some dancing and general merriment with mulled wine,

sausage rolls and mince pies. The highlight of the tradition is on the walk back, when the city mayor, Cllr Bell, gets to ride in the wheelbarrow pushed by Father Christmas returning to the Nags Head for more refreshments and the raffle.

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Pram-packed event creates new record at Pagham's annual antics f The Lions' winning pub team

f The Where's Wally? ladies' runners-up team A PRAM-TASTIC achievement saw more entrants than ever take part in Pagham's Boxing Day traditional fun. The 234 individuals ensured the Boxing Day pram race lived up to its status as the world's longest running event of its kind. Wednesday's antics were the 73rd to be held - and continued the history of mixing the unlikelist of characters - from The Beatles to North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un and pirates to Barbie dolls. It was The Fab Four who claimed the number one spot as their classic animated film, Yellow Submarine, made waves among the 54 entries. John, Paul, George and Ringo and their look of '68 were recreated by local residents Len Cooper, Christopher Pigden, Tom Sprule and Mark Gordon to claim top prize in the fancy dress category. The 50th anniversary of the film with its clutch of famous songs prompted the entry. Its timeless quality was shown as the fellow competitors sung the title song as the team collected their prize. Len said: “The film was a cartoon, which gave us a few challenges for the characters. So we decided to become The Beatles with the help of some homemade costumes. “It has been great fun. It was great to hear everyone singing the words of the song.” It was his 14th year of taking part and the first time he had clinched a top prize after several second and third places. “It's nice to get the recognition for what we've done and certainly makes the effort worthwhile but it's all about the day, the community and raising money

for charity,” he said. The race showed the allure of wearing fancy dress and downing pints of beer at The Lion, The Lamb and the Pagham Beach Cafe along the three-mile route remained as strong as ever. Several thousand spectators again lined the course and it was hoped by the organisers the bucket collection would top £3,000 for the first time. This will be added to the proceeds from a series of events during the year to take the total raised for good causes in the area to some £15,000. Organising committee vice-chairman Tim Holland is the longest-serving of those involved at 42 years. He said: “It has again been a successful year. The race has got its own momentum and gets better and better every year. "We have tried to improve things but we don't want to lose the fact the race is a bit of fun around the houses on Boxing Day.” The race, as usual, was split between those determined to finish in the fastest time of around 15 minutes and those whose fancy dress was more important. First home were Bromley couple Sarah and Andy Milne, both 39, as Team Mexico. Sarah grew up on the nearby Aldwick Bay Estate and was determined to beat her brother's second place after being unplaced on her previous attempt. “My motivation was to beat my brother and it feels amazing to have done that,” she said. Andy said: “The last stretch was awesome. Seeing all the family there was really good.” The first women to finish were Mario and Luigi, 18-year-old debutants, and

Pagham residents Alice Cox-Rusbridge and Jennifer Harmsworth. Jennifer said: “This is the first year we have been able to take part and we wanted to win it.” Princess Fifi, aka Fiona Wilson, of Bosham, pictured middle right, celebrated her 60th birthday in style – on top of a pram pushed by Ollie and Nick Wilson – and being serenaded by the crowd when they collected their trophies.. She said: “Coming to watch the race was my Boxing Day treat as a child.” The 11-strong Baz Cabs team commemorated the life of Bognor Regis man Barry Atkinson, 76, who died on Christmas Day last year. His daughters, Kim Chaffey, 52, and Kirstee Porter, 43, were among those who ran. Kim said: “He used to come to the pram race every year and we have done it a few times. He said Boxing Day was always his favourite day of the year.” Kirstee said: “It was brilliant to take part in my dad's memory. He would have absolutely loved it and would have thought it was fun.” Australian couple Jo, 42, and Mark Wiseman, travelled 12,500 miles from Perth to take part with Mark's best friend, Pagham Cricket Club chairman Gary Young, 53, as cricketing kangaroos. Mark, 55, said: “I come from Bognor Regis so I know about the race. This time last year we were sitting in 38C heat on the beach. It was well worth coming here. "The community feeling, the atmosphere and the participation has been fantastic.”

The full list of winners is: Fastest: 1 – Team Mexico (Sarah & Andy Milne), 2 – Calm Down, Calm Down (Ben Archer, Nathan Archer, Lucy Archer, Rikki Mace & Bethany Mercer), 3 – Marvel (Jaime Archer & Mike McCarron). Ladies: 1 – Mario & Luigi (Alice CoxRusbridge & Jennifer Harmsworth), 2 – Where's Wally?(Kathy Boltwood, Laura Brown, Angela Hopper, Sharon Sheppard, Becky Dunbar & Rachel Pawley), 3 – Mad Scientists (Kathy Rimmer & Amanda de Ridder). Pub: The Lion. Novelty: 1 – Red Sparrows, 2 – Rose Green Junior School (Mary Poppins), 3 – Barbie and Ken. Fancy Dress: 1 – The Beatles, 2 – Get Me Out Of Here, 3 – Michael Jackson, 4 – Princess Fifi. Dennis Doughty Shield: Princess Fifi.

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Visitors learn about Christmas traditions throughout the ages BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A TRADITIONAL Christmas became a reality for visitors to the Weald and Downland Living Museum on Boxing Day and yesterday. From Tudor to Victorian times, a historic festive treat awaited visitors to the Singleton museum. Traditionally decorated houses reflected the spirit of Christmas through the ages. The historic homes were decorated to reflect how this special time of year has been celebrated over the centuries. Michelle Cox and her sister, Lucy Plant, had been to see their family in Bracklesham for Christmas. Lucy had seen the event and decided to take her children, Natalie, aged seven, and Michael, aged five, to the museum. She said: "I told Michelle about it last month and we thought it would be great for the kids. We've left the rest of the family at home to relax but we wanted to get the kids outside. "It's a bit more fun for them then just a walk, and it's educational, too. We originally come from Lancashire, so we've never been here before. Our parents moved this way about four years ago to retire by the sea!" Her sister, Michelle, added: "It is really pretty here with the Christmas decorations and all the different homes have been decorated in their own unique way." Attendees enjoyed a warm welcome in the medieval House from North Cray, with its log fire and traditional greenery decorations. This building is a classic medieval

hall-house of four bays, with a central open hall between service and solar ends. The timbers are painted red, following evidence that this was done when the house was built originally, probably in the 15th century. The team at the museum served spiced apple juice as well as spiced biscuits. Sarah Green and her husband, Tim, took their two sons, Freddie, aged four, and Sam, aged six. Tim said: "We were going to have a quiet day at home, but the kids were still excited this morning so we came here as a last minute plan. It's really nice to get some fresh air after a day being inside. "We come here quite a bit throughout the year so both Sam and Freddie know it well here. It's nice to be able to let them run about safely and learn as well." Sarah also feels the museum is a great place to go. She said: "The children really do pick up on a lot of things when they come

here. They point out things in the houses and grounds that we would otherwise miss! It's been a great way to spend Boxing Day." The next event at the museum will be their annual wassailing day on Saturday, January 19. Visitors can watch and take part in a number of traditional and craft activities with a wassailing theme between 12pm and 3pm. For more information, visit: wealddown.co.uk

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Holmes & Watson Release date: December 26 Cinema: Picturedrome Tickets: www.picturedromebognor.com Genre: Comedy, crime, mystery THE legendary comedy duo of Step Brothers and Talladega Nights reunite and bring their signature silliness to a humorous take on Arthur Conan Doyle's classic mysteries. Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly star as clueless crimefighters in an all-new comedy that finds the world's greatest consulting detectives, Sherlock Holmes and Dr John Watson, facing their biggest case. Professor James Moriarty has issued them with an ultimatum: solve his game within four days or the Queen of England will be murdered.

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Reinventing Marvin Isabelle Huppert, a constant favourite, takes on an unusual role - as herself, in Reinventing Marvin. Marvin, a young man, prepares to launch his one-man show on a Paris stage and is still working through the events that inspired it. Raised in a working-class family, as a teen, he felt at odds with his earthy parents. Cruelly bullied at school for being different, he received support from an understanding teacher who steered him to drama school. As he comes to realise that life’s experiences can be made into an art form, do Huppert and his older lover help or hinder?

The Girl in the Spider’s Web A brilliant Claire Foy is at the top of her game in The Girl in the Spider’s Web. Foy (the Queen in The Crown, of course) is Lisbeth Salander, the cult figure and title character of the Millennium book series created by Stieg Larsson of a young computer hacker and a journalist friend on the track of corrupt government officials and cybercriminals. Seat-belt fastening is essential.

His Girl Friday It stars perennial greats Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell in the 1940 Howard Hawks’ comedy, its gloss intact even after 78 years. Looking for wisecracks, one-liners and very, very smart-putdowners? Unmissable sharp witty fun is yours for the taking.

Fantastic Beast: The Crimes of Grindelwald JK Rowling’s second instalment of the Fantastic Beast Series, The Crimes of Grindelwald, stars no less than Johnny Depp as the powerful dark

wizard pursued by Jude Law and Eddie Redmayne. Thwarting plans to rule the world comes at a price, but what a journey to get there! More magic is found in Robin Hood, an actionpacked adventure with a definite twist on the familiar storyline starring Taron Egerton as Robin and Jamie Foxx as the Moorish commander.

New Year’s Eve Concert 2018 Performance this week features Berlin Philharmoniker Live: New Year’s Eve Concert 2018. Conducted by Daniel Barenboim, who is also the evening’s piano soloist (Mozart), there is an encore on January 1 for those who may be on the dance floor on December 31. Don’t miss either Degas: Passion for Perfection from the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, to view rare and diverse works of the master artist (Jan 3, 5).

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Family Cinema on January 2 and 3: Clara, a young girl, is transported to an enchanted world of gingerbread soldiers and an army of mice in The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, featuring the voices of Helen Mirren, Morgan Freeman, Richard E Grant and other Hollywood royalty. Directed by Lasse Halleström of Chocolat fame.

More treats are in store in 2019 From Turkey’s Palme D’Or winner Nuri Bilge Ceylan (Winter Sleep) comes his latest, The Wild Pear Tree, and Disobedience, starring Rachel Weisz and Rachel McAdams. Take a look on www.chichestercinema.org for details. All seats are reservable on the cinema's plush red seats. Bar. Box office: 01243 786650. Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY.

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www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@thewellbeingcompanyltd.com CHRISTMAS is over and the new year is nearly upon us! It’s time to welcome 2019, maybe even with some new year’s resolutions. I think everyone of us should have "To look after our hormone health" at the top of our list in 2019! It could just be the most important resolution you have ever made. Hormones rule our health and how well we feel on a daily basis. For starters, they play a huge role in our mood, energy levels, sex drive, weight and hunger levels. Here are a few tips so you can achieve an amazing you: 1. Don't be afraid of fat—but do be afraid of sugar. Consuming fat is highly important when it comes to hormonal health and why sugar - especially added, processed, and refined sugars - should be avoided as much as possible. Insulin resistance causes hormonal imbalances that can affect fertility hormones and therefore contributes to poor reproductive health. While more and more people are warming up to the idea of fat, I still see many clients who are afraid that fat will make them fat. However, when it comes

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MOSCOW City Ballet returns to Chichester Festival Theatre this new year with their spectacular production of The Nutcracker. Presented in classic Russian style with full orchestra, the ballet is an unmissable climax to the festive season. The timeless story of Clara, who is whisked away on a magical fairytale adventure by her Nutcracker Prince, is set to Tchaikovsky’s glorious score and features stunning costumes and sumptuous sets. An enchanting treat for the whole family, this delightful tale is the perfect introduction to Russian classical ballet. Complete with live orchestra, breathtaking choreography and dazzling performances, The Nutcracker is Moscow City Ballet at its outstanding best.

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TICKETS are now on sale for next year's Southdowns Folk Festival. The line-up is one of the best ever featuring the brilliant folkrock legends Lindisfarne, the hugely popular Oysterband, BBC Folk multi-award winners The Young Uns with a very special whole evening show, plus the highly entertaining 3 Daft Monkeys and the sensational Blair Dunlop. All concerts take place between September 19 and September 22 at Bognor's Alexandra Theatre. Next year's festival will be the seventh and will also incorporate the second eagerly awaited Southdowns Ukulele Festival plus the return of the Big Seaside Sing. Festival concert tickets will be available at: regiscentre. co.uk or call the Regis Centre Box Office on 01243 861010. For more information, visit: southdownsfolkfest.co.uk

SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE (PG) Fri/Sat/Wed/Thur: 10:30am Sun: 9.30am Mon: 10.45am Tues: 12.45pm BUMBLEBEE (PG) Fri/Sat/Wed/Thur: 3pm, 6pm, 8.45pm Sun: 11.15am, 6pm, 8.45pm Mon: 2pm, 4.45pm Tues: 2.45pm 5.45pm, 8.45pm HOLMES AND WATSON (12A) Fri/Sat/Sun/Wed/Thur: 4.30pm, 6.45pm, 9pm Mon: 5pm Tues: 6.45pm, 9pm COMING SOON: STAN AND OLLIE (PG)

Chichester Cinema listings from Dec 28 FRI DEC 28 12.30pm Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (PG) 3.30pm Robin Hood (12A) 6pm Reinventing Marvin (15) 8.30pm The Girl in the Spider's Web SAT DEC 29 12.30pm Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 3.30pm His Girl Friday (PG) 5.45pm Robin Hood 8.30pm The Girl in the Spider's Web SUN DEC 30 12.15pm Reinventing Marvin 2.45pm The Girl in the Spider's Web 5.30pm Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 8.30pm Robin Hood

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Welcome to Marwen Release date: January 1 Cinema: Picturedrome Tickets: www.picturedromebognor.com Genre: Biography, Drama, Fantasy THE groundbreaking director of Forrest Gump, Cast Away, and Flight invites you to a most unexpected place with the miraculous true story of one broken man's fight as he discovers how artistic imagination can restore the human spirit. When a devastating attack shatters Mark Hogancamp and wipes away all memories, no one expected recovery. Putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous fantasy world where he can heal, be heroic, and draw the strength to triumph in the real one.

MON DEC 11.30am Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 2pm His Girl Friday 4pm Berlin Phil Live: NY Eve Concert TUE JAN 1 3.45pm Berlin Phil Live: NY Eve Concert 6.30pm The Girl in the Spider's Web 9pm Robin Hood WED JAN 2 1pm The Girl in the Spider's Web 3.15pm The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG) 5.45pm Reinventing Marvin 8.30pm Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald THU JAN 3 12.30pm The Nutcracker and the Four Realms 3pm Degas 5.45pm Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 8.30pm Robin Hood

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Last minute ideas to see in the new year Here’s a mini round-up of what’s on offer in Chichester and Bognor Regis to welcome in 2019 with a bang!

ARE YOU FEELING THE pinch after Christmas? Or perhaps the whole idea of going out on New Year's Eve leaves you feeling cold? Follow our tips and ideas on celebrating at home: NEW YEAR'S EVE AT BOGNOR RFC Bognor Regis Rugby Football Club Hampshire Ave, Bognor Regis PO21 5JH From 7.30pm Live DJ and light show. Only £2.50 per ticket with all proceeds to cover overheads with any surplus going to U16s tour . Strictly ticket holders only, no tickets will be available on the night. Please bring a plated buffet food item per family. www.ticketlab.co.uk Tel: 01243 824000 NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH DAWN GRACIE Crouchers Birdham Road, Chichester PO20 7EH From 7pm Celebrate the new year in roaring 1920s style at a Great Gatsby-themed dinner featuring award-winning entertainer Dawn Gracie. Enjoy a sumptuous evening meal with champagne, dancing and fireworks. Tel: 01243 784995 www.crouchersorchards.co.uk/offersevents/ MURDER MYSTERY DINNER The Partridge Inn Charlton Road, Singleton, Chichester, PO18 0EY From 7pm The theme is gangsters and molls, giving you a great chance to get a group of friends together and dress up for a fun-filled evening of clue searching and mystery solving. Tickets are £40 per person and include a basket meal of corn dog and chips followed by C. Tel: 01243 811251 www.thepartridgeinn.co.uk SHEIKS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS NEW YEAR'S EVE 2018/19 Sheiks Nightclub The Pier, The Esplanade, Bognor Regis PO21 1SY

From 10.30pm Big Ben new year countdowns (both floors), CO2/laser /light /production, LED dance-floor retro party room, red carpet entrance, champagne on arrival. Tickets start from £10 – over 18s only Tel: 01243 820531 info@sheiks.club NEW YEAR'S EVE A TAD TIGHTER AT THE HOTHAMPTON ARMS The Hothampton Arms 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR From 9pm Tickets are £10 per person, available from The Hothampton Arms. Price includes entrance glass and a buffet. Tel: 01243 981191 www.hothamptonarms.co.uk NEW YEAR'S EVE AT THE CHANTRY The Chantry 27-28 Southgate, Chichester PO19 1ES From 9pm A Saturday night resident DJ playing until 2am, and free entry. Call or go online to reserve a table www.craft-pubs.co.uk/thechantry 01243 792 012

• Dig out some old board games and play some classics such as Monopoly, Cluedo or The Game of Life. • Don’t chuck away those Christmas leftovers, put them to good use and get rid of anything still in date by creating snacks for the party. • You can easily turn round, white balloons into clocks by adding number stickers and glittery gold clock hands. For a pop of colour, surround the clock balloons with

gold, pink and black balloons. • For a festive treat, sculpt puff pastry into the date of the new year. You can pair these treats with a savoury sauce, or you can sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on them to turn them into a dessert. • Wish your guests good fortune in the new year with dipped fortune cookies. The cookies feature a sparkly gold dip, a rainbow sprinkle dip and a white sprinkle dip. Simply dip the end in milk chocolate and then your choice of sprinkle • Add a sparkle to your champagne glasses by painting them with glittery gold, green, red or blue paint. To paint the glasses, simply dab two to three coats of paint onto a glass. • Add a creative twist to your cheese and cracker plate by placing black olive ties and buttons onto each

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New Year Cheesecake Ingredients: • 130g butter, melted, plus extra for the tin • 300g chocolate digestive biscuits • 150g milk chocolate • 150g dark chocolate • 250g mascarpone • 300g cream cheese • 50g icing sugar • 25g malted milk drink powder • 25g hot chocolate powder • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 300ml double cream • 150g Maltesers (100g chopped, 50g whole), plus a handful to decorate • 100g chocolate buttons, roughly chopped Method: 1. Butter and line a 23cm springform

cake tin. Blitz the biscuits in a food processor to form fine crumbs, then add the butter and blitz again. Tip the biscuit mixture into the tin and press down firmly with the back of a spoon. Chill in the fridge while you make the filling. 2. In separate bowls, melt the milk and dark chocolate over pans of gently simmering water. Alternatively, melt in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each interval until melted. Set aside to cool. 3. Use a hand whisk to mix the mascarpone, cream cheese, icing sugar, malted milk drink powder, hot chocolate powder and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk the cream, then fold into the mascarpone mixture. Add half the mixture to each of the chocolate bowls, stirring until well combined. Stir half the chopped Maltesers, whole Maltesers and buttons into the milk chocolate mixture; stir the rest into the dark chocolate mixture. 4. Spoon the dark chocolate mixture onto the biscuit base. Top with the milk chocolate mixture and smooth over the top. Chill overnight. Decorate with Maltesers before serving.

New Year Cocktail Ingredients: • 1/4 c. semisweet chocolate chips, melted • 3 candy canes, crushed • 6 oz. peppermint schnapps, divided • 1 bottle champagne or prosecco • 6 candy canes, whole Method: 1. Pour melted chocolate onto a small plate. Pour crushed candy canes onto a separate plate. Dip rims of champagne flutes first in chocolate, then in crushed candy canes to coat. 2. Add an ounce of peppermint schnapps to each glass, then top with champagne or prosecco. Garnish with full candy canes before serving.

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Home has a very merry Christmas CHRISTMAS comes just once a year. So, everyone at Chalcraft Hall Care Home wanted to make the most of the special occasion. And they certainly did that with a jampacked series of days full of smiles, surprises and seasonal cheer. Christmas Day itself saw its staff and the residents and some of their families enjoy a day of celebration. A spokeswoman said everyone at the home in Chalcraft Lane joined in to create an atmosphere that summed up the festive spirit. “We made sure that all our residents had someone to give them their gifts,” she said. “They all enjoyed a nice Christmas dinner as well.” The fun will continue at the home in Chalcraft Lane on new year’s day with a roast dinner and a party after the residents have the chance to stay up to see in 2019. December has seen a packed calendar at the home. It included a day with entertainment from singer Joe Butt, two raffles and a prize draw along with competitions. A carol service at nearby Holy Cross Church and carol concerts from young

singers at Bartons Primary School and Southway Primary School also provided plenty of Christmas fun. The Alzheimer’s Society also benefited from an elf day which brought Santa’s helpers to life. A Christmas jumper day formed part of the fun and festivities as well. Residents had the chance to decorate mince pies to get them in the Christmas mood and enjoy tea parties as well. “Christmas is a special time of year and we wanted all our residents to have a good time and enjoy themselves,” the spokeswoman said. “Everyone had fun and we look forward to having some more special days in the new year.” Chalcraft Hall has 20 bedrooms and provides residential care in a homely and friendly environment to people over 65 who are living with dementia. The home also has a lounge and a dining room as well as a garden with the scope for plenty of enjoyment in the better weather.

We made sure that all our residents had someone to give them their gifts

` December at Chalcraft Hall was packed with events to ensure Christmas was well celebrated by its residents and staff members

We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to contact us for any further information by telephone or email.

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PostSport Chi start 2019 in pole position as DARTS: A record-breaking evening of darts saw the Friary Z trio of Dave Owens, Lee Franklin and Richard Ragless emerge as winners of the Bognor Friday Night Benevolent League Divisional Trios competition at the Newtown Social Club. A total of 35 teams took part, 11 teams more than last year, and three more than the previous record set seven years ago. Division One saw 11 teams take part, with two of last year's champions going out in the first round. The first semi-final saw Stuart Gray and Ian Kewin (Lamb Flamingo's) team up with Mark R Todd (BRSA Ravens) to beat Tony Phillips, Rick Cousins and Mark

Sheppard (Hunston Hares). The second semi-final saw Dave Owens, Lee Franklin and Richard Ragless (Friary 'Z') take on Mark H Todd, Mary-Jane Todd and Ben Todd (BRSA Ravens). The Todd siblings couldn't take the spot in the final to go against their father as Friary won out. The final saw Gray, Kewin and Todd try hard but the might of the top team of the league saw the Friary 'Z' trio take the match 2-0, giving Owens, Franklin and Ragless, pictured above, the Division One Trebles title. Division Two also saw 12 teams take part and the only 180 of the night came from Larry Chant (Aldwick Legion). But it didn't help his team mates, Simon McDougall and Lee Passey, get

Clack attack seals derby day win CHICHESTER CITY will want to start 2019 as they ended 2018 after heading into the new year in first place in the SCFL Premier. Miles Rutherford's side have had a fine year, narrowly missing out on promotion last season as well as reaching the last 16 of the FA Vase for the first time in the club's history. Chi have continued that form into the new campaign and, at the half way mark, sit in pole position. They do so after an excellent 2-1 away win at local rivals Pagham on Boxing Day. In what was a feisty encounter which saw Scott Murfin sent off and words exchanged online between fans and officials after the match, Josh Clack scored in each half to seal the win for Rutherford's side. The win not only secures bragging rights for another year but also ensures Chi are a point ahead of Horsham YMCA going into the new year. Next for City is a home match against struggling Arundel tomorrow (3pm) at Oaklands Park. Rutherford will want to see a repeat of the Boxing Day display rather than what was a poor showing at home to Hassocks a few days before.

After taking a 2-0 lead through Rob Hutchings and Gicu Iordache Chi let the Robins back into the match as the visitors drew level. Connor Cody thought he had won the match for City in the second half only for Hassocks to net a late equaliser. Pagham meanwhile will need be tasked with finding some of their early season form again if they are push on from their current position of sixth. After starting the season with a 15 game unbeaten run in the league, three defeats in their last four have seen them lose touch with the leaders. Next up for Pagham is a short trip to East Preston tomorrow (3pm). Lions will want to show the form they displayed last weekend at Lancing when an excellent attacking display sealed a 4-0 win. Howard Neighbour, Ryan Davidson, Scott Murfin and James Hubbard got the goals. If there is a bright spot it is the return of Dan Simmonds to the side who bagged more than 40 goals in all competitions last season. Pagham have also added Liam Hyde from Bostik South East side Horsham.

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f Chi's Josh Clack wheels away in celebration after scoring a free kick in the 2-1 win at Pagham on Boxing Day

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through their first match against Andy Cooper, Fred Hoare and Gary Gardiner (Claremont). This trio battled all the way to the final where they faced Adam Hall, Ben Lubbe and Alex Richardson (Aldingbourne Mavericks). There Cooper, Hoare and Gardiner, pictured above, continued their good form, triumphing 2-0 to take the Division Two title. Division Three saw 12 teams take part with Des Ling, Debbie Ling and Glo Greene (Railway Sleepers) playing Ashley Clements, Dave Coupland and Ian Dendy (Royal Oak) in the final. The match began with tons from all three members of the Royal Oak team. Debbie Ling managed to hit the double to take leg 2, but the other two legs were taken by Clements, Coupland and Dendy, pictured below, giving them the Division Three crown.

f Bosham's Jake Lafferty shoots home against Ferring

BOSHAM'S surge up the SCFL Division Two table continues after the Robins bagged their fourth win on the bounce. A hat-trick from Jake Lafferty, along with second-half strikes from Alex Barnes and Ryan Coombes, sealed a 5-3 victory over Ferring in what was a thrilling encounter at Walton Lane. The three points over the bottom side have lifted Bosham up to tenth in the 15-team division. It has been a case of the Robins enjoying the wintry conditions as, after a poor start to the season, they have strung together a winning run which has seen them pick up with nearly two thirds of their points coming in the last four matches. Danny Mullen's side will be looking to keep that going when they welcome Angmering Seniors to Walton Lane tomorrow (2pm). The visitors are new to the league but have impressed and are currently top after winning their last ten in all competitions.

During that time, they have netted49 times - an average of nearly five goals a game meaning the Bosham defence will need to be on their guard. In SCFL Division One, Selsey and Sidlesham will head into 2019 looking at different ends of the table. The local rivals clashed on Boxing Day with the Blues coming out 3-0 victors thanks to a brace from Ryan Morey and a Dan Bassil strike. A bumper crowd of more than 250 certainly made it an entertaining match with eight yellow cards being handed out. It was Blues' fourth win in five in the league and sees Daren Pearce's side head into 2019 in fifth spot, well placed to put pressure on the top four. Selsey will look to keep that form going tomorrow when they head to third bottom Worthing United (3pm). Sids, who are six points above the drop zone, will host mid-table Wick tomorrow (3pm).

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ROCKS coach Robbie Blake believes Bognor will be a match for anyone after picking up four points from six against Sussex rivals over the festive period. The Nyewood Lane side showed their true colours in the last week, beating promotionchasing Worthing 2-0 away before a 2-2 draw with second-place Lewes. Those four points from local derbies lift Rocks to tenth ahead of a New Year's Day trip to Whitehawk on Tuesday (3pm). Blake has now tasked the team to piece together a decent run to start 2019 with a push for promotion not beyond reach. Speaking to Rocks Radio after the win at Worthing, Blake said: "Make no mistakes about it: whether they played good or bad they will be there or thereabouts come the end of the season. We just hope we will be there. "We have shown that we are a match for anyone in this league. Things have not been going for us but hopefully that will galvanise the dressing room. We're on the front foot and hopefully we can go on bit of a run now." There was a party spirit at Woodside Road for the match against Worthing. A healthy contingent of Rocks fans made the short trip east along the coast, helping boost the overall crowd. Among the crowd of nearly 2,000 was Tommy Block, who had just completed his

move to Scottish Premier side Hibernian. After a nervy first half, where Rocks had more possession but Worthing had the outstanding chance, Bognor got their just rewards in the 53rd minute when Dan Smith followed up a Brad Lethbridge shot to bundle the ball home. The young on-loan Portsmouth striker celebrated in front of the travelling Rocks fans who fired streamers into the air. Then, with time ticking down and Worthing chasing an equaliser, Mason Walsh came on and sealed the victory with a late goal. One player who impressed was Theo Widdrington, who had signed on loan from Bristol Rovers just a few days before. Blake said: "Considering he hasn't played any minutes with us or trained, Theo was outstanding and will only get better for us. "Everyone defended really well but for Gaz [Charman] to play the way he did at 38 was a credit to himself. I have so much respect for the guy. He's given us extra steel and we have benefited from the experience." Ahead of the trip to the Enclosed Ground there will be concerns over the defence again, with Charman being injured in the warmup before the Lewes match and Ed Sanders suspended after receiving two yellows in that draw. One player who is raring to go is left back Joe Tomlinson who scored two belting second half strikes to secure a point.

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'TIS the season of goodwill and festive spirit. ted49 timesBut Bognor showed no such generosity when s a game -they came toe-to-toe with a number of old l need to befriends during the first of two festive derbys. The match at Worthing, played in front of a d Sidleshambumper crowd of nearly 2,000, saw a number fferent endsof long-term Rocks line up against the white and greens. ng Day with Leading out the Rebels was Alex Parsons, s thanks towho just two seasons ago was helping Bognor Dan Bassilto the Ryman Premier crown. But it was two other former Rocks who (in 50 certainlya tongue in cheek way) were singled out for with eightthe 'special treatment' by Bognor supporters. James Crane and Ollie Pearce both left n the leagueNyewood Lane this summer to make the ad into 2019switch to Worthing - and they were rewarded ssure on thewith a chorus of boos from the Rocks faithful. It was the former who perhaps had the best form goingchance of the match for the Rebels as his close hird bottomrange shot was pushed away by Dan Lincoln's feet in the first half. e drop zone, Crane, who had spent more than a decade w (3pm). at the club, lined up on the left side of defence and earned himself a yellow card for a strong challenge on Ed Sanders. He, too, went close as a bullet header in the second half was turned round by Lincoln.

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WHAT a Christmas surprise to beat Worthing in their own backyard! With ex-Rocks Ollie Pearce, James Crane and Alex Parsons all playing for our rivals, it made the win even sweeter. There was a terrific atmosphere as 1,853 witnessed the El-Classicoast match and it was great to be there. Even after Dan Smith's goal early in the second half, I knew we were going to have to really perform to keep that lead and it was very nervy at times with the Mackerel Men going close on more than one occasion. But a late change saw the impressive Mason Walsh come on and he immediately made a difference before scoring late in the game with a wonderful strike. I couldn't quite believe it at the final whistle. Everyone was saying how Worthing were the favourites to win here. But I felt with the way we defended as well as attacked, we fully deserved this. The standout performance for me was the defensive play from Gary Charman and midfielder Theo Widdrington, on loan from Bristol Rovers, who were both immense throughout. It will go down as one of the best team victories of the season and where better to do it than at Woodside Road? Sussex is Green and White! It was then on to Lewes at home on Boxing Day. We went behind early with a freak deflection by Theo off Dayshonne Golding's wayward effort. But with the exploits of Joe Tomlinson, we came roaring back to 2-1 ahead after two superb strikes from the full back. I thought we were cruising at this point but unfortunately an unmarked Kieron Pamment pounced to give Lewes a share of the points. This was another exciting encounter with both teams giving it their all.

I was slightly disappointed following the final whistle as I felt we had done more than enough to win this game. During the match we saw two sending offs with Golding given a straight red and Ed Sanders being sent to the dressing room after his second yellow. Another dampener was Charman failing a late fitness test but I hope he will return for the Whitehawk fixture on New Year's Day! On aggregate over Lewes then, it ended 5-5 as we witnessed a 3-3 thriller earlier on in the season at the Dripping Pan. Many thanks to the Rooks for two great matches. It will be interesting to see where they end up at the season's end. I think we are still on course to be up higher in the league come the end of the season. With the addition of Widdrington, we now have a bit more balance in midfield. He's not afraid to win the ball back and set us back up on the attack and I felt he was the difference maker at Worthing. Smith has also been bagging some goals recently at the Worthing and Kingstonian games and seems to be back on form. We have one of the most feared front lines in the division but I feel it's all about how we get it to those players in decent positions for us to get the goals we need. Whitehawk are always a challenge at the Enclosed Ground but have been struggling this year to get out of the bottom three. Though they did beat Margate 3-1 away on December 22, so I feel it might be as tough as ever as they want to get out of that relegation zone. But if we play like we did in 'Rebel Mackerel Country' then we won't have any problems. Felt great didn't it? I will see you all in Whitehawk! UP THE ROCKS!

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