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Perfect storm in traffic chaos

BY RUTH SCAMMELL ruth.scammell@sussexpost.co.uk PEOPLE in parts of Chichester faced total chaos on Sunday as thousands of people tried to get to West Wittering.

Motorists spent hours in their cars and gridlocked the area as parts of Chichester ground to a halt during one of the hottest days of the year so far.

Now, the manager of the West Wittering Beach Estate has urged people to pay attention to local radio stations and to the estate's website before setting off to the beach, in a bid to prevent a repeat of the chaos on Sunday.

On Saturday, around 5,100 cars were parked on the site, which was a new record.

But the following day even more people turned up and the area turned to

gridlock as thousands tried to get to the beach during the heatwave.

Many abandoned their cars on side roads and blocked residents in, creating a great deal of anger across the community.

James Crespi, manager of the West Wittering Beach Estate, said: "On Sunday we parked about 5,300 cars but there were simply so many more on the roads.

"Our website was advising people that

there were long delays.

"We were in touch with local radio stations.

"There was a member of staff with a sign at the Stockbridge roundabout.

"We understand the entire south coast was experiencing the same trouble.

"We were trying to get cars in as quickly as we could.

"But we got to a point where we Continued on page 7

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PEOPLE across Chichester are being urged to review their fire safety procedures, following the devastating Grenfell Tower blaze in London.

The fire killed at least 74 people and has left hundreds homeless.

Now, Chichester District Council is reviewing its own safety procedures and reassuring residents they are doing all they can to ensure they are safe.

Cllr Jane Kilby, cabinet member for housing at the council, said: “What happened at the Grenfell Tower in North Kensington was just horrific and our thoughts are with all of those who lost their lives, those who were affected by this dreadful incident, and of course the heroic emergency services working at the site,.

“We would urge everyone to review their home safety procedures following this incident, regardless of the type of property you live in. Please make sure that you check that your fire alarms are working and you know where your escape routes are.

“We no longer manage our own council housing stock and there are no high-rise buildings within the district.

"However, we want to reassure our residents that other accommodation that we do own, including our temporary accommodation at Westward House, meets the required safety standards.

“Westward House has always had good fire protection in place, but we took the opportunity to further improve this when the building was last refurbished

in 2012/13.

"With the help and guidance of the West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, we installed a new fire detection and warning system which is connected to our Chichester Careline 24 hour control centre. We also replaced all windows to meet the very latest standards. It’s also worth reassuring people that each unit of accommodation has adequate fire separation from adjacent units."

The council says it has also invested considerable resources to improve living conditions in ‘houses of multiple occupation’ through the landlord accreditation scheme.

The scheme was originally targeted at shared student accommodation, but this has extended over time.

Cllr Kilby added: “We are also required to licence houses of multiple occupation that have three or more storeys, housing five or more people.

"The responsibility for fire safety rests with the landlord of a property, but we want to reassure people that we only issue a licence if we are sure that the appropriate fire safety standards are met.

“The safety of our residents and businesses is paramount. We work very closely with the West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service and together we actively promote fire safety and encourage businesses, landlords and residents to make sure that they are meeting the correct safety standards."

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has issued guidance for residents and businesses since the fire in London.

Please visit westsussex.gov.uk/fireemergencies-and-crime/west-sussex-firerescue-service.

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University gets top recognition THE University of Chichester has been awarded Silver in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).

The Silver award recognises that the institution consistently delivers high quality teaching, learning, and outcomes for its students and consistently exceed rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Jane Longmore commented: “A Silver award is a significant step towards achieving our vision that, by 2020, the University of Chichester will be internationally recognised as a beacon of excellent practice for high quality, student-centred higher education.

"It is particularly gratifying that the TEF panel acknowledged the

‘outstanding levels of student satisfaction with teaching and academic support’.

"This award recognises that we provide an environment in which high quality learning and teaching prepares students to succeed academically and thrive in a global economy.

"We are also justifiably proud that our excellent teaching opens the world of higher education for so many ‘non-traditional’ or disadvantaged university entrants.”

Remarking on the TEF, the universities minister, Jo Johnson, said: “The Framework will also tell students about where the best teaching is on offer and, for the first time, place teaching quality on a par with research at our universities.”

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` Water safety warning WEST Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is reminding everyone across the county of good water safety practices to mark the start of Drowning Prevention Week.

The service's new safety film offers guidance and advice on enjoying the many scenic locations across the county safely.

Marvin Smith, station commander and WSFRS water safety lead, said: “We’re very lucky in West Sussex to have many beautiful waterways and beaches to enjoy but ensuring you know how to keep yourself and others safe in and around the water is important wherever you are.

"Whether you’re close to home enjoying a scenic spot you know well, or off on holiday to swim in the sun, make sure you read available warning signs and take sensible precautions to keep yourself and your family safe.”

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Sun shines for Fishbourne

BY RUTH SCAMMELL ruth.scammell@sussexpost.co.uk THOUSANDS of pounds was raised for a local school and its neighbouring church thanks to a popular annual fête.

The Fishbourne annual school and church summer fête took place in the school grounds on Saturday on a beautiful sunny day.

More than £6,000 was raised which will be split between the school and the 13th Century church of St Peter and St Mary.

The theme was around the world, with lots of flags from different countries and different themes for activities.

School bursar Fiona Broad said: "It's been an annual fête for many years. It's brilliant for the community and it pulls in lots of people.

"The fête team did a wonderful job pulling it all together from both the church and the school.

"For Fishbourne it's our big annual event and it's lovely.

"Our thanks go to all the volunteers and the fête team who made it all possible.

We are so lucky to have all that support."

Activities included a qigong class (a Chinese martial art), a chance to play the French game petanque, a scooter demonstration and a Father’s Day gift stall. There was also a cash prize raffle, the lucky Tree of Fortune, bottle tombola, bouncy castles, and gymnastics displays and a tug-of-war.

Meanwhile, Year 1 children entertained spectators with some country dancing.

The school will spend the money on education play equipment for the Key Stage 2 Field.

TEAM members from Falcon Fabrics in Chichester have fulfilled a lifelong dream and raised money for a good cause at the same time.

Emma Self and Linda Glasspool took part in a skydive in aid of St Wilfrid's Hospice that raised a total of £2750.

Emma said: "When St Wilfrid's appealed for people to participate it seemed liked the perfect opportunity and cause as both of us have had close family and friends sadly taken by illness.

"We would like to thank everybody who helped us achieve our final tally."

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Take a peek at gardens AN ANNUAL village garden open day is to take place again this weekend.

The 8th open day has been organised by North Mundham Parish Council.

It is taking place on Sunday, from 2pm until 6pm.

Visitors will get a chance to visit 12 gardens in North Mundham, South Mundham and Runcton.

All funds raised from the event will go towards improving facilities within the parish, which this year will be going towards the provision of the permissive path next to the canal, to connect Canal Mead with the rest of the village.

Parish council chairman Denia Turnbull said: "I am delighted that 12 residents have kindly agreed to open their gardens for your enjoyment and inspiration. The open gardens will raise funds for a brilliant project and continue to build a stronger community.

"We are very grateful to all our residents who have opened their gardens as without them we could not run this wonderful event."

Tickets for the event cost £4 for adults and children under 12 go free when accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are available in advance from Denia Turnbull on 01243 788640 or email d.turnbull@ northmundham.org Tickets will also be available when from any of the gardens.

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Homes are agreed despite flood risk COUNCILLORS have given the go ahead for plans to build 55 new homes in Southbourne - despite concerns about flooding in the area.

Members of Chichester District Council's planning committee agreed to plans to build the homes on Nellies Field.

The proposal is for a mix of two, three and four bedroom houses as well as a small number of one and two bedroom flats.

But concerns were raised about the impact of flooding in the area with the Ham Brook running to the west of the site.

Many residents living on the site currently were also unhappy about plans to build houses so close to them.

Resident Deborah McNaugher said: "My friends and neighbours often gather for a cup of tea or a glass of wine and a chat at the back fence and constantly go into each other's gardens and watch for wildlife.

"We are a small community and class our neighbours as our friends and with this in mind I hope you can understand and appreciate the impact that this development will have on our small community."

Deborah said many of the concerns were around noise disturbance, light pollution and loss of privacy.

Jonathan Brown is a ward councillor for Southbourne.

He raised concerns about the flooding risk.

"I'm not opposing the development.

I support the development on this site in principle," he said.

"It does have the support of the Neighbourhood Plan and the parish council.

"My concern is threefold; that the proposals underestimate the flood risk at and around the site, that there may be assumptions about where water running off this site will end up and that solutions proposed will not remain sufficient going into the future.

"The officer's report states that the site is at low risk of flooding but reports clearly haven't captured the full history of standing water at this site and don't appear to me to have fully acknowledged the risk that water coming off this site could contribute to flooding in neighbouring areas.

"The whole area has a history of flooding so we owe it to the local community to take the time to get this right."

But council officers said that the drainage was adequate and the proposals were given permission.

Cllr Richard Plowman said: "We need to make sure that we look at every aspect of this in some detail. The surface and groundwater is of some concern."

Cllr Mark Dunn added: "Listening to the residents of the existing houses to the north and looking at the location of the road, I don't see why there is a need to build these houses towards the bottom of their gardens.

"I am rather taken aback by it."

Corporate parents do their bit with a Fun Run inside city park COUNCIL staff put their best foot forward for a 5K Fun Run and Walk to raise awareness of their role as ‘corporate parents’.

Around 90 staff, family, and friends raised more than £700 as they ran, walked, and jogged around Oaklands Park in Chichester.

Corporate Parenting is the collective responsibility of the council, for elected members, staff, and partner agencies with the aim of providing the best possible care and outcomes for children who are looked after by the council.

Cabinet member for children – start

of life, Stephen Hillier said: “I am really pleased we organised this event as West Sussex County Council has the same goals for the children it looks after as those of every good parent.

“We take seriously the moral as well as legal responsibility for enabling the children in our care to experience happy and fulfilling lives. I was proud to pull on my trainers and take part in the fun run alongside staff.”

Chichester District Council staff joined those from West Sussex County Council for the run.

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Chi Festival

BY RUTH SCAMMELL ruth.scammell@sussexpost.co.uk THE SUN shone in the city as The Festival of Chichester was kicked off in style.

Celebrity novelist Kate Mosse gave an opening speech at the official launch of the festival on Cathedral Green.

Jazz band Besame Bleu and hospital choir Pzazz provided the music.

Barry Smith, festival co-ordinator, said: "It was absolutely fantastic. We were delighted with the weather and we were delighted with the performers who came to get the festival underway.

"It's all come together for a wonderful month of festival fun.

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Meanwhile, more than 50 acts performed across four stages at Chi Fest, held at Chichester College., There was an eclectic mix of musical delights, from rock to pop, jazz to punk and acoustic arrangements.

Principal Shelagh Legrave OBE said: “It was fantastic to see so many people coming along to the college for a free day of music in beautiful weather.

“It’s an amazing community event and an opportunity to bring people together to experience local talent – all of the performers were either students, staff or local groups and they were exceptional.

“A lot of work goes into organising Chi-Fest, but once again they have put together a wonderful afternoon and evening for everyone to enjoy.”

Free talks for keen learners CHICHESTER College is offering people the chance to learn something new and experience new opportunities with a series of free talks in June.

The sessions, which start on Monday, have been arranged as part of the Festival of Learning, which is a national celebration of lifelong learning organised by the Learning and Work Institute.

The Festival of Learning encourages local communities to take part in adult learning activities and highlights the wide range of opportunities and resources that are available to adults who are hoping to continue, or resume, their education.

The free talks at the college will cover a range of inspiring subjects, designed to help visitors to learn new techniques and skills to benefit their personal and professional lives.

Helen Loftus, assistant principal at Chichester College, said: “We are very excited to be part of the Festival of Learning this year by showcasing what Chichester College has to offer. Adult learning is an important part of what we do and we look forward to opening our doors to anyone who is interested in experiencing new opportunities and helping them to kick-start their learning journey.”

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Beach owners bid to prevent a repeat of city traffic hell Continued from page one Couldn't fit any more in. We had to wait for people to leave. It was just the sheer volume of people that were on the road."

There were also huge queues on the A27 going back to Emsworth and beyond. And it wasn't just getting to the beach that caused gridlock.

"When you get that many cars in, there has to be a delay leaving too," James added.

"There's only one way in and one way out. We understand the local residents were quite upset about the trouble it caused them. The sat navs were taking people down the back roads which caused more congestion."

So what can be done to prevent the problem from happening again?

Plans are already in place to put an electronic sign at the Stockbridge roundabout, alerting people about the traffic delays and more staff can be employed to direct traffic.

Talks are also ongoing with the Highways Agency about warnings on the area's major roads.

"The beach is becoming more popular," James added.

"There are more homes being built here. There simply isn't space.

"But I was walking along the traffic telling people they couldn't park and that they would have to queue for three hours and people were willing to wait.

"I think we need to educate people about it. Advise them to take a day off and come in the week. But it's a really tricky situation.

"We don't want to stop people coming.

We do have these issues on extremely hot days.

"There's always going to be a queue - but nothing like it was on Sunday. It was like a perfect storm with it being Father's Day. "There are a lot of people who think we can park more cars and we have other roads to open up but we don't.

"We are a victim of our own success in a way because we have a nice sandy beach."

Staff were also forced to work late to clear the beach up afterwards.

"We had people working until 11pm trying to clear the litter," James added.

"It was just due to the sheer volume of litter. We are putting up more signage to encourage people to use the bins or take their litter home."

Local housing plan reviewed as council plans for the future COUNCILLORS at Chichester District Council have approved proposals to review Chichester’s Local Plan, which is a plan to provide for new jobs and homes in the district outside the South Downs National Park.

The first stage of a consultation process has already begun and will run for six weeks. It will ask everyone how they would like the district to look up to 2034.

The local plan was adopted in July, 2015, after the government approved it.

The government requires the council to prepare a local plan based on an increase in the number of people expected to live, work and visit the area.

At the time, the council was advised that it would need to review the plan within five years to ensure sufficient housing would meet the needs of the area.

Cllr Susan Taylor, cabinet member

for planning at the council, said: “The Local Plan is vital because it provides the policies against which planning applications are assessed and it sets the direction of future development in the district (excluding those areas in the South Downs National Park).

“The plan also provides the basis for parish councils to prepare neighbourhood plans and allows us and other agencies to plan ahead to ensure that infrastructure is provided to support development.

“Many people cannot afford to live in this area, where they work, and many younger people don’t look for jobs here because they cannot afford the housing costs. The local plan offers us the opportunity to try and address these issues."

To take part in the consultation please visit chichester.gov.uk/ planningpolicy or call 01243 785166 to request a paper copy. All responses must be received by Thursday, August 3.

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Switch off your engine CAMPAIGNERS at the level crossings in Chichester and Southbourne have been handing out flyers to drivers to encourage them to switch off their engines.

Researchers say it could reduce pollution by up to 30 per cent.

Campaigners from Chichester and Bognor Green Party handed out the fliers as part of Clean Air Day. Campaigner Sarah Sharp said: "We're more aware than ever of the damage air pollution can do.

"Not only the pollution you can see or sometimes even taste, but also the stuff that's invisible. From lingering vague health problems all the way to premature death.

"But as individuals and as governments we are slow to act.

Clean Air Day is a chance to take action for the health of the planet.

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BY RUTH SCAMMELL ruth.scammell@sussexpost.co.uk THE PUBLIC will soon be able to have their say on a major project which aims to regenerate the south eastern area of Chichester.

Councillors have debated plans to carry out a public consultation on a draft masterplan that has been developed for the principal and historic southern approach to the city.

Known as the Southern Gateway Masterplan, the project aims to transform the area, which is considered the key point of access and arrival to the city.

It provides the opportunity to create a vibrant new quarter, linking the city centre with the canal basin, public transport hubs and pedestrian, cycle and leisure routes.

The masterplan illustrates how the area would deliver new homes, business space, and tourism and leisure facilities.

It would also improve transport links, providing more emphasis on cycling, walking and public transport.

The area includes the law courts and bus station, bus depot and Basin Road car park, Royal Mail sorting office and depot, land at the police station and former high school, land at Chichester Station, and government offices.

The regeneration of the Southern Gateway is one of the ambitions of the

Chichester Vision, which sets out how the public would like the city to evolve over the next 20 years.

Cllr Tony Dignum, leader of Chichester District Council, said: "Already we can identify at least three major projects which will help to realise the Vision’s objectives.

"I refer firstly to the Northern Gateway which would involve the fire station and hopefully the Metro House sites; and secondly to a possible West Street piazza between the cathedral and the House of Fraser store.

"The third project is the Southern Gateway and this is the only project of the three that has yet been fleshed out to the extent of the draft masterplan before us today.

"The Southern Gateway runs south from the Courts buildings to the north side of the Canal basin, and from the railway station in the west to the bus garage, Basin Street Car Park, police station playing fields and old Boys High School buildings to the east.

"The intention is to develop the various parcels of land within the Southern Gateway to provide a mix of housing, possibly 365 units, and of commercial uses including a hotel.

"The public realm would be developed to make a much more attractive southern approach to the city especially for those arriving from the station. The Canal Basin area would be much enhanced."

Now, Cllr Dignum is encouraging the

public to have their say.

“This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to help bring homes, jobs and a host of improved facilities for residents," he said.

“We are inviting people from across the district to tell us what they think.

"This area is a key entry point to our wonderful city and so the Southern Gateway project aims to enhance and improve the physical connection between this part of the city and a number of other facilities and landmarks including the railway station, canal basin and the rest of the city centre.

“The project has been identified as part of work on the Chichester Vision. From this, we know that people want to see traffic reduced and improvements made to access for cyclists, walkers and for people using public transport."

The council is working with a number of organisations, including the Homes and Communities Agency, to secure funding and land.

The consultation will start on June 29 and will last for six weeks, ending on Thursday, August 10. To comment please visit chichester.gov.uk/ currentconsultations

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Success for city lecturer A LECTURER from Chichester College has won a prestigious national award.

Holly Hackney – who is a lecturer in animal care at the college’s Brinsbury campus – won the City & Guilds (C&G) People’s Choice category at their recent Lion Awards ceremony in London.

Voted for by the public, more than 85 C&G Medal of Excellence winners were competing for the honour.

Holly was presented with the award at London’s Kensington Roof Gardens by BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin and managing director at City & Guilds Kirstie Donnelly.

She said: “I am speechless. I was shocked to hear my name called out.

“Animal welfare is something I am passionate about and I’m lucky to be able to work in a subject that I love, teaching young people and helping to shape their future too."

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in Women's Golf Day FEMALE golfers from across the south took to the greens at Goodwood for Women’s Golf Day. Taking place on Tuesday, June 6, the day is an international initiative that celebrates those already playing while also encouraging women new to the sport to give it a go.

Golf At Goodwood hosted a ‘This Girl Golf’s’ event in line with a national programme of events that included a range of activities, including a mini Pilates taster, warm-up at the Academy, rounds on the Park course and a BBQ complete with Prosecco on the Hotel Cedar Lawn.

Additionally, The Academy held complimentary 45-minute sessions from 10am to 4pm, run by academy manager Chris McDonnell, which were for both ladies who had never played before and those who needed a bit of practice.

Chris went through the basics of technique and swing and finished off by putting these new skills to the test, with a variety of challenges on both the driving range and par 3 course.

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PUPILS from Selsey have taken a trip back in time to help tackle the problem of loneliness.

The group, from Seal Primary Academy, took a group of older residents from Selsey to visit The Novium Museum and delve into the district’s rich history, as well as making new friends.

As part of the council’s ‘Ideas into Action’ project, Year 5 pupils have worked with the council’s Youth Engagement team to create their own political parties to help tackle local issues that bother them.

One group of pupils have formed the ‘Community Party’ to address the problem of loneliness in elderly people.

They decided to lead the way by teaming up with members from various lunch clubs for older people around Selsey.

With help from the Learning team at The Novium Museum, pupils spent several months planning an interactive tour of the museum for everyone to enjoy.

The group, which ranged in age from nine to 91, sat down and enjoyed a lunch together in the

museum café in order to get to know each other.

They then explored the museum together, with the pupils sharing interesting facts they had learned about their favourite exhibits and passing around artefacts for the group to look at.

Cllr Eileen Lintill, cabinet member for community services at Chichester District Council, said: “It’s wonderful to see young people identifying and wanting to address such a growing problem within our society.

“The Novium Museum is the perfect location to visit because it has something to engage and interest people of all ages.

“Hopefully, this will encourage others to think about any older friends, family or even neighbours that they could reach out to."

The Novium Museum also offers dementia friendly workshops throughout the year or can organise sessions for care homes and community groups.

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` Work at playarea CHILDREN in West Meads will soon enjoy extra play equipment.

New toddlers' swings, a multi-unit for toddlers and a disabled compliant roundabout are set to be installed in the area's play site at Queens Field.

A basket swing will also be included in the some £20,000-worth of improvements at the Aldwick site.

Arun District Council cabinet member Cllr Paul Wotherspoon has given the scheme's final approval.

In his report, Arun officer Michael Rowland states the council's play strategy recognises the site as a high priority which should provide a good range of facilities. But he adds: "At present, there is limited appeal to older children and toddlers, with limited disabled compliance."

Funding for the work will come from Aldwick Parish Council (£9,000), a developer's planning approval (£10,000) and up to £4,000 from Arun.

` Nursery's 25 years THIS summer sees 25 years of a Bognor Regis nursery being celebrated.

Stepping Stones Nursery, on THe Regis School campus off South Way, opened at the end of July, 1992.

A special occasion is being held to mark the anniversary. Children who attended the nursery in its first year and their parents have been invited to join the current staff, children and parents on July 20. Anyone interested in taking part should email lorraine. mellers@theregisschool.co.uk or phone 01243 871044. Admission will be by invitation only.

Friday, June 23, 2017

Building lessons for pupils

by Kevin Smith kevin.smith@sussexpost.co.uk 01243 908506 ext 11 DIY DENS were built by children at a Bognor Regis school.

Some 20 of the makeshift structures were constructed by the Edward Bryant School pupils.

THey lined its playground after the temporary housebuilding efforts by all the London Road school's 569 children.

THey used a range of everyday materials to put together the dens, below right, in a team-building and fundraising exercise Last Friday's occasion in aid of Save the Children enabled them to learn how the charity works in emergencies and the importance of proper shelter for families.

One of the den builders was Aimee Crisp, aged ten. She said: "We collected

a lot of materials and we made the shelters out of them in groups of 30.

"THe group I was in used washing line cord, some poles and bubble wrap to help to build our den. We also used sugar paper as the floor.

"We put in some windows and doors.

It took us the morning to build and it's big enough for all 30 of us to get inside.

"It was good that we got to work together with different age groups."

Another of the pupils involved was nine-year-old Toure Delani. He said: "We drew out our den on sugar paper before we started to build it.

"We used some rope stretched out between some trees and the fence to make the roof.

"It was quite cool to see the den take shape and it was satisfying. But it could be improved a bit. THe floor could be made a bit longer for one thing.

"I've not done anything like this before and I'm pleased I've done it."

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THe event was organised by the school's year two team leader, Tammy Kernan.

Class teacher Graham Oakford said: "Today has been all about team building.

"We have three families within the school and one of each of the year groups within those families worked with each other.

"It's another way of getting the children mixing, co-operating and working together. It's all about giving

the children the skills they need to work with teams."

Den Day was promoted by Save the Children. Money raised by those who took part will help its work around the globe to help children when they need it the most.

Disasters like earthquakes or conflicts, such as the one in Syria, sees the charity take action to give the children vital things like food, water and healthcare and make sure they have a safe place to shelter at night.

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Museum gets funding boost from antiques AN 18TH century coin could see Bognor Regis Museum volunteers cashing in.

THe 1773 item of currency was among the dozens of items taken along to the museum's first valuation day.

Aldwick resident Melanie THomas arrived with it for her mother, who is in her 80s. THe coin shows the Sundays of 1773 on one side and three notable dates - the birthdays of King George III and his wife, Queen Charlotte, and the Christian celebration of Trinity.

THe obverse details the number of days in each month and the year's full moons.

Melanie said: "I have sold items at Henry Adams before and I was going to take them to Chichester. But I heard about this valuation event and decided to come here. I'm looking to sell all three items."

Auctioneers Henry Adams agreed to donate their 15 per cent commission of any objects sold from the day to the museum's operator, Bognor Regis Local History Society. THe proceeds will go to the owners as usual.

Melanie also took along an oriental cup with blue glazing and Mandarin-style writing on its bottom.

"My mother was given this by a friend who was Japanese. She has had it for years. She said that it appeared to be valuable by the way her friend handed it

to her," she said.

Her third item to be assessed by valuer Andrew Swain, from Henry Adams, was an elaborately glazed china water jug with raised detailing of a wooded scene.

Some 50 objects were taken along to the session at the museum in West Street last THursday to be assessed by Mr Swain. He said the items would be sold at the July 13 auction at the company in Chichester.

"It's been very interesting. I've seen a nice Chinese vase and an interesting musical box which played chirping birds.

THere's been some nice pictures as well.

"Everything is over 100 years old and I would put the highest value in the low hundreds," he said.

History society chairman Greg Burt said: "We didn't know how this event was going to go but we are really pleased.

"It's brought people to the museum, made use of an under-used room and will raise some money for us as well, which is a bonus."

Another visitor was Laurence Bird, of Felpham, who took five items of porcelain and silver plate which belonged to his mother-in-law, Doris Lapham, who had travelled from Canada.

He said: "THey are not particularly valuable but it's nice to sell them and help the museum."

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MORE than 150 residents with disabilities received help at a Bognor Regis event about returning to work.

THe large turnout at the provider event delighted organisers at the town's Jobcentre Plus and the Royal British Legion Industries office.

Charlotte Rose, a work coach team leader with the Gloucester Road jobs centre, said the office was decorated and buzzing throughout the day.

"Feedback from both customers and providers was overwhelmingly positive. We are already looking forward to hosting another such event in September," she said.

THe recent occasion focused on supporting those struggling to return to work because of a disability or health condition.

Ms Rose said: "THe event brought together representatives from 16 local providers and was supported by all Jobcentre staff throughout the day. THe day offered Jobseeker's Allowance and Employment and Support Allowance customers the opportunity to speak to providers face to face and learn more about disability support available to them within the local community."

A similar event was already being planned for September, she added.

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Respects paid to armed forces by all GENERATIONS of all ages came together in honour of Armed Forces Day at a Bognor Regis venue.

Members of the Laburnum Centre were joined by students from THe Regis School for a day filled with music, dancing and theatre to commemorate all wars.

THis was the first time that the centre had held an event of this size for the annual celebration of the military.

For Paul Catt, the centre's co-ordinator, it was an important day.

He said: "As an ex-force member, this is something that's very close to me. So many of our members are exforces and for them it's great to have a period of refection like this."

Paul was also aware that the day should include the students. He said: "We find with young people that World War Two was so far away for them. It's important for them to be aware that wars are still going on and it makes it more relevant to them."

Attending pupils from THe Regis School included Year 7 to sixth form students.

Some of them created pieces as part of their arts courses and others worked on theirs during after school clubs.

Dance teacher Kimberly Meaney was excited about the day. She said: "For us to forge a link with the local community is great. It's also important that the older

generation can see the young people in a positive light.

"THe students haven't seen each others' work yet. THey're looking forward to it."

Student Kyra Hemmingway, aged 15, from Bognor Regis, contributed by singing Safe and Sound by Taylor Swift. She explained its relevance to the day: "It's about a romance

during war. It shows that even when bad things are happening there is still good."

Twelve-year-old Darci Scott was part of a dance group from the school. THe dancers donned homemade poppy badges as part of their costumes. She said: "We're proud of our dance. It's been really nice learning it."

Fellow performer Ellie Lucas, 17, choreographed their dance. She also took

part in a theatre piece on the day, pictured inset.

She said: "It's important not to forget and keep educating people. We're looking forward to performing."

Alongside the students were performances from members of the Laburnum Centre.

Its choir encouraged all to join in with rousing renditions of wartime classics such as We'll Meet Again, It's a Long Way to Tipperary and The White Cliffs of Dover.

Also the centre's drama group had their debut performance with an extract from beloved comedy Allo' Allo!

One of the group's members, Kathryn Napier Box, said: "We still need the support of the armed forces and should appreciate them."

THose watching the performances were impressed by the variety of what was on offer.

Volunteer Diane Langley said: "Visits like this benefit all of us. Today's been nice so far. THere's a good turnout.

"It's something a bit different that gets more of our members involved. I think they're all enjoying it."

Centre member Helen Hill, from Felpham, agreed. She said: "THis has been very good. It's nice for all of us, both the young and old."

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Swim club's gala successes PERSONAL bests were achieved by dozens of Bognor Regis swimmers at an annual gala.

THe setting of new records in a range of disciplines was among the highlights of the latest Vanessa Knight Memorial Open Meet staged by Bognor Regis Swimming Club.

More than 350 competitors from 24 clubs across Sussex and Hampshire took part to maintain the event's reputation as one of the biggest galas in the area.

Lorrie Whittington, the club's membership secretary, said: "We saw some amazing swims from the many clubs that attended and thanks to them for helping to make our VK Meet such a success. Lots and lots of medals were handed out on the day. All of our swimmers achieved new PBs, with some outstanding swims and an amazing achievement."

THe club's medal winners were: Molly Dance, Logan Hickmore, Kaitlin Hickmore, Jess Gowing, Amber MacRae, Leo Mitchell, Andy Uren, Evan Clarke, William Pinto, Christopher Sargent, Nathan Vickary, Tomass Totoris, Adam White and Owen Cullen.

Other club members who took part included: Charlie-Anne Yates, Orla Darby, Pheobe Spurr, Poppy Boote-Cook, Anabell McMullan, Holly-Mae Vicary, Connor Merrick, Henry MacRae, THeo Bennet, William Stevens, Alex Lawrence, Lorcan Wilson, Andy Uren and Leo Mitchell.

Club secretary and assistant coach Kim Hickmore, pictured front, worked hard to organise the meet. She is also part of the team which helps head coach Sue Eason to enable the swimmers to achieve their successes.

f Some of the Bognor Regis swimmers who took part

f An action shot from the gala

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` School to be reused HUNDREDS of pupils are to bring a former school in North Bersted back to life.

THe arrival of the children will see the Chichester Free School's Reception to Year 7 classes move into the premises after they have been empty for three years.

It was in the summer of 2014 Bartons County Infant School moved from its Romney Broadwalk site. But some of the free school's staff and 780 children will work there for a year while their permanent site at the former Carmelite Convent in Hunston Road is prepared.

Planning approval for the re-use of the infant school and the installation of a block of seven classrooms for an extra 210 children for a year has been given by Arun District Council.

Simon Davis, a council planning officer, states in his report the proposals were acceptable even though extra traffic would be generated by the opening of the school.

"It is considered likely that there will be up to 161 new movements to/from the site.

THese will be spread out between 7am and 8.40am and then again between 3.10pm and 5.10pm.

"THe highways authority note that these movements already exist on the road network and that many pupils currently travel from the Bognor Regis area to the existing Chichester site," he says.

Only five parking spaces will be left on the site. One will be for disabled drivers.

"THe highways authority consider that there is sufficient space on local roads to allow for safe on-street parking but that this could result in conflict between local residents and school users, e.g. blocking driveways or lengthening journey times.

"However, it is noted no local residents have objected to the proposal and that the impacts will not be permanent given the temporary nature of the proposals," Mr Davis adds.

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Live broadcast shows mental health matters f Current Felpham students with Damian Chandler

Damian's advice is hit with pupils GLOBAL experience working in the arts has been passed on to Felpham students.

Former Felpham Community College pupil Damian Chandler returned to stage an inspirational and motivational workshop for a selected group of Years 9 and 10 pupils and sixth formers.

Damian, who left the college in 2003, has gained experience across Europe, Asia, North America, Russia and South Africa in the arts and culture sector.

Year 10 student Maya Golden, who is studying GCSE art, said: "THe workshop was inspiring. It was good to see how someone has developed their skills and talents and become so successful in the arts."

Damian lives in Hong Kong and heads Brunswick Arts (Asia). THis is an advisory firm dedicated to promoting and managing the reputation and interests of arts, cultural and charitable organisations and individuals around the world.

Gill Woodman, the college's careers co-ordinator, said: "It was inspiring for students to hear Damian's presentation. Like many students, he didn't really know what he wanted to do when he was at school.

"But, by playing to his strengths, and making the most of opportunities that came along, he is in a job which he really loves and clearly has a passion for."

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by Felpham students is hoped to shatter the stigma around mental health.

Felpham FM will be telling listeners it's time to talk during its first 24-hour session to celebrate the third anniversary of the student-led journalism network.

THe marathon session will take place from midday on July 1 in support of the charities, Mind and Calm.

A college spokesman said: "Mental health is a huge issue in our country, with one in six people suffering a mental health problem in the past week and suicide being the leading cause of death

for men aged 20-49 in England and Wales. While this is clearly a huge issue, the team felt that a stigma was attached to the illnesses and a silence surrounds the subject.

"THey, therefore, developed the tagline of 'it's time to talk' to help promote the message - to combat mental health problems we must first discuss them."

Felpham FM was set up by the college's head of media, Dale Manning, more than three years ago.

As a network, it has included a variety of podcasts which include Film Reel, Music Mania and Armaneddon.

Its team wanted to take on a large challenge for its third anniversary, having reached more than 1,500 subscriptions.

THe live stream will consist of 24 hours of uninterrupted podcasts and interviews with people involved in mental health.

THere will also be a gaming stream running alongside with tournaments and play-throughs. A watershed will be in effect from 9pm.

THe run-up to the marathon session is featuring blog posts and podcasts with the emphasis on mental health.

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Shows & Events YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON

To promote your event email Fiona Callingham at: entertainment@sussexpost.co.uk or phone: 01243 908506 Learn something new

Talks at Six June 29, July 6 and 13 New Park Centre, Chichester 07960 346922 www.talksatsix.co.uk THE NEW Park Centre in Chichester is offering the chance to discover something new once a week with their Talks at Six. Every THursday the centre is visited by a guest speaker who shares their unique insights in aid of a chosen charity.

THe next three scheduled talks are the following: In The Running: Phil Hewitt, Group Arts Editor of the Chichester Observer, will be speaking about his experiences as a runner. He has completed 30 marathons around the world and authored two books on running.

In this talk he will also consider why he remains addicted to running and talk

about others who feel the same.

Mandela’s Chaplain on Robben Island: Colin Chambers, who was the chaplain on Robben Island when Nelson Mandela was imprisoned there in the 1960s, will tell us the stories of the time, the regime and about Mandela himself from his own perspective.

An Extraordinary Journey at Novium Museum: Aerospace Engineer and Space Educator, John Chinner will describe what it is like to live in space, explain some of the science Tim Peake conducted in orbit, and offer insights into the daily life of an astronaut.

THe talks are held between 6pm-6.45pm every THursday with a discussion taking place afterwards.

Admission is free, however, donations can be given for the speakers' chosen charities.

Nicholas Martin Organ Concert June 28 Jubilee Hall, Middleton-On-Sea susanscott291@hotmail.co.uk 01243 824 070 www.organfax.co.uk/clubs/regis MUSIC lovers are eagerly awaiting a visit by top international musician, Nicholas Martin BEM, to the Regis Organ and Keyboard Club.

Nick is an extremely experienced and talented musician.

He was inspired to enter the world of music when at just five years of age he heard the world famous Blackpool Tower Ballroom’s Wurlitzer Organ being played by none other than Mr. Blackpool himself, the legendary entertainer, Reginald Dixon.

Move the clock forward a dozen years and Nick fulfilled his ambition to become one of the resident organists at the Blackpool Tower, playing seven days a week for the 1981 and 1982 seasons and, quite literally, making his dream come true.

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Whilst there, he was offered the position of senior resident organist on the even larger Wurlitzer at the new Turner’s Musical Merry-Go-Round entertainment complex opening in Northampton, a post he held for an amazing 21 years, entertaining visitors literally by the coach-load and playing to over three million paying customers in that time.

While there, he recorded more than 30 best selling albums, plus DVDs and, of course, made countless Radio 2 broadcasts.

Since then, his career has continued to thrive with performances both in the UK and overseas a success.

Nick Martin's concert is always one full of joyous music, show music, marches, beautiful ballads and popular light classics.

THe Regis Organ and Keyboard Club are delighted to be welcoming him to join them for this special event.

THe performance begins at 7.30pm.

Admission costs £6 each and includes a tea or coffee at the interval.

The Kast Off Kinks June 29 Alexandra Theatre, Bognor Regis 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk

"The perfect night for any lovers of The Kinks and live music."

"Experienced musician Nicholas martin will delight audiences with his music."

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THE ICONIC British rock band, THe Kinks, are often cited as one of the most important and influential rock bands of all time. And although they may have disbanded back in the 1990s it’s still possible to hear their music played by past member of the band courtesy of THe Kast Off Kinks.

THroughout THe Kinks’ 32-year career there were several changes in line-up.

Pete Quaife, the original bassist, was replaced by John Dalton in 1969, and keyboard player John Gosling was added in 1970. Following the two Johns’ departure in the late 1970s, Jim Rodford became the Kinks’ bassist (after a short tenure by Andy Pyle) and Ian Gibbons took over on

keyboards. Original drummer Mick Avory left the band in 1983, to be replaced by Bob Henrit. Mark Haley played keyboards for a period in the late 80s/early 90s.

THe Kast Off Kinks formed in 1994 to keep the music playing on, and it is what the name implies - the original line-up consisted of the band that played Lola (apart from Ray and Dave) - Avory, Dalton and Gosling - together In 2009, the lineup became the band that played Come Dancing - Avory, Gibbons and Rodford (respectively the Kinks’ longest-serving drummer, keyboard player and bassist) - still with Dave Clarke covering for the Davies brothers.

Now they are coming to the Alexandra THeatre to share their musical passion and talents.

Tickets cost £18 for concessions, £20 full price.

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Max Calaf Sevé: Adult Trampolining Workshop June 30 Worthing Pavilion Theatre theatres@adur-worthing.gov.uk 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk CIRCUS performer Max Calaf Sevé is giving you the chance to see if you've got what it takes with his adult trampolining workshop.

As part of Worthing THeatres' Summer

of Circus, the Pavilion THeatre will be transformed into a bouncing haven in which participants will aim, literally, reach for the skies.

Max is known internationally for his dedication to his craft.

As a contemporary circus artist, he specialises in trampoline acrobatics, object manipulation and physical theatre.

He creates indoor and outdoor performances, challenging himself to

obliterate the boundaries of what is possible on the trampoline.

His unique performance aesthetic demonstrates the trampoline's infinite possibilities both physically and artistically.

Participants must be aged 18 years and over and must also complete a waiver form found on the websites.

THere are two one-hour workshops available: at 6.30pm and 8pm.

Tickets cost £10.

"Prepare to put your body to the test with this acrobatic workshop."

Scarecrows Betty and Harry

One Night of Rock June 30 Kings Theatre, Portsmouth boxoffice@kingsportsmouth. co.uk 023 9282 8282 www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk ONE NIGHT of Rock features some of the strongest male and female rock voices performing in the UK today.

With their amazing band, delivering earthy solos, immense harmonies and virtuoso musicianship it's easy to see why they are so sought after.

THis popular show features a range of history’s greatest rock anthems that are sure to have you up on your feet, such as: Live and Let Die, Born To Be Wild, Living On A Prayer, Don’t Stop Believing, Eye Of The Tiger, Walk This Way, Money For Nothing, We Built This City,

God Save The Queen, Don’t Stop Me Now, We Will Rock You, We are The Champions, The Show Must Go On, Pinball Wizard and many more.

With a cast of nine including five musicians the One Night of Rock team are widely considered some of the best rock performers in the country.

And as well as flooding your ears, this show is easy on the eyes with exhilarating staging and wicked costumes.

Using a specifically designed laser show, the show offers a practical solution to create spectacular lighting effects regardless of the house facilities.

A full on, air punching, arm waving, foot stomping, head banging, chorus singing rock concert just like back in the day. Are you ready to rock?

Tickets start at £22.50.

"Now you can rock and roll all night to the awesome soundtrack of this popular show."

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"This heartwarming story is the perfect show for young families."

BETTY O’Barley and Harry O’Hay are excellent scarecrows (they scare a lot of crows).

Harry loves Betty, and Betty loves Harry, so they decide to get married and Harry sets off to search for their wedding day essentials including a dress of feathers, a bunch of flowers and a necklace made from shells.

However, when the farmer notices he is missing a scarecrow, he replaces Harry with the devilishly smooth but dangerous Reginald Rake.

Dashing, daring and ever so cool, can Reginald persuade Betty that he is the scarecrow for her?

Will Harry make it back in the nick of time before Reginald ruins their special day?

Straight from the West End, this truly heart-warming adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling book is bursting at the seams with Scamp THeatre’s inimitable style and promises wit, drama, and wedding bells as you’re invited to Betty and Harry's glorious wedding day.

THis show is suitable for ages 3 years and over.

Tickets range from £12-£15.

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Transformers: The Last Knight Release date: 22 June Director: Michael Bay Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Isabela Moner, Anthony Hopkins Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Hampstead Inspired by a true story.

HOLLYWOOD is no longer content with sequels - cinematic universes are the hot new property. After resetting the human cast with Age Of Extinction, Paramount launches their Transformer-verse with the franchise’s pivotal fifth instalment.

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created a comprehensive lore that holds the key to ending the war between humans and Transformers, as well as laying the foundation for future films.

Cade Yeager, Bumblebee, and the remaining Autobots journey into Earth’s secret history where the Transformers’ true origins are revealed. Sir Anthony Hopkins and Laura Haddock join Mark Wahlberg to bolster an already robust cast, but Age Of Extinction’s leading man is deputy to a new hero. Hardened by life on the streets, fifteenyear-old Isabela and her faulty scooter-bot Squeeks make their debut as the previously all too boy-oriented franchise welcomes a new audience.

THe Last Knight will deliver the cybernetic carnage and mechanical mayhem you’d expect from any Transformers film, but between the writing team, an expansive mythology, and a strong female lead, THe Last Knight will be unlike any other.

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f Hampstead Hampstead Release date: 23 June Directors: Joel Hopkins Starring: Diane Keaton, Brendan Gleeson, Lesley Manville Genre: Drama INSPIRED by a true story, Hampstead follows American widow Emily Walters who lives on the edge of Hampstead Heath, drifting through life without much thought to her

future, finance, relationships, or even son.

One day, while looking across the Heath from her attic window, she spies a ramshackle hut which appears to be inhabited by an unkempt man. THe next day she ventures into the woods in search of the man. Donald has been living quietly and harmoniously on the Heath for seventeen years but now his lifestyle is under threat.

When Emily discovers that property developers want to build luxury apartments on the land, and have started using heavyhanded tactics to remove him, she bravely steps up to take Donald’s side in the escalating battle, determined to defend the man who might just be the person to put the spring back in her step.

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Think pink, so says Jan! Visit the Royal Oak, aka the Pink Pub, in the heart of North Bersted JAN CATTERMOLE doesn’t mind admitting that although she has both feet firmly in the past when it comes to being the landlady of the Royal Oak – better known as the Pink Pub in North Bersted - she is looking forward to the future.

The Royal Oak has become something of a landmark around Bognor Regis. Dubbed the Pink Pub due to its fuchsia exterior everyone in the area knows who they are, but does everyone know exactly what is on offer there?

The team at the Royal Oak pride themselves on the excellent service they are able to provide to their customers. With both delicious ales and tempting meals on offer there’s a lot to enjoy in the cosy surroundings of the pub.

As a family run business - Jan works alongside her two daughters in the bar - the Royal Oak are all about making everyone feel welcome. Part of this is their dedication to giving their customers exactly what they want.

When it comes to food Jan believes in flexibility and all their meals can be adapted to suit their diners and give them the best experience possible.

They are extremely proud of their extensive menu at the Royal Oak which really does have something for everyone.

Jan has run the pub for 12 years now and her chef David has been there since day one, meaning their menu is well tried and tested!

If it’s a light bite you fancy why not try one of their sumptuous starters including homemade soup of the day, sautéed garlic mushrooms and prawn cocktails?

For lunch they also serve jacket potatoes and baguettes with a range of fillings such as cheese, tuna mayonnaise and prawn.

Or for the larger appetites there is their mouthwatering selection of main meals which are all extremely good value such

as their sirloin steak priced at only £9.50 and everyone’s favourite: battered cod and chips for just £8.50.

Popular with customers at the moment are the pan fried liver and bacon, and their homemade lasagne both priced at £8.50.

All of these tempting meals can be served along with vegetables, salad, chips, potatoes and mushrooms.

There is also a board which details the day’s hugely anticipated specials from which you can select your option.

Of course they also offer a range of desserts as well as a children’s menu and vegetarian options.

They serve fresh food from MondaySaturday 12pm-6.30pm.

Their homely Sunday roast dinners are available from 12pm-2.30pm and diners have the option of beef, pork, lamb or turkey

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all at the extremely good price of £5.45 for a small portion and £7.75 for a regular size.

Add to this an extra course for only £3 and you've got yourself a veritable feast!

However it’s not just about the food at the Royal Oak. They love to get involved with their customers, creating a friendly, community pub atmosphere.

Every Thursday they host their popular quiz night and are always happy to see new people joining in.

Other ways to socialise at the pub include their live music nights which take place monthly - you can check their Facebook page for upcoming gigs.

With the improving weather weekends at the Royal Oak are sure to be enjoyable with their sun-catching beer garden out the back - perfect for sitting outside with a cider.

And for those who love their sport Jan is pleased to announce that they have now got the complete set of BT sports channels available, and with their impressive big screen television it is the ideal place to catch the important game.

With all these new additions it might be easy to forget where the pub started. Not

here though!

Jan takes a great interest in the history of the Royal Oak. A characterful 17th century building, Jan has dedicated a wall in the pub to old drawings and photographs of it that create a vivid collage of the Royal Oak's life. There is still room for more pictures though, and Jan is encouraging anyone with old pictures of the pub to share them.

There certainly is a warm, friendly atmosphere in the Royal Oak due to its rich history and loyal returning customers.

This is only aided by its wide range of delicious food and drinks on offer - it's no wonder the pub has twice been awarded Tripadvisor certificates of excellence - in 2015 and 2016!

Jan is keen to meet new faces. She said: "Don't keep passing by, pop in and give us a try!"

So why not pay the Royal Oak a visit?

There really is something for everyone to enjoy.

For more information about the Royal Oak or to make a booking call 01243 821002.

The Royal Oak (aka The Pink Pub) is a traditional pub in North Bersted, you can’t miss us!

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Our menu includes jacket potatoes, baguettes to steaks and lasagne, kids menus are also available.

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Summer deals on wines at Lidl starting to hot up Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys

AS WE bask in the unusually hot sun, I have to confess that I felt impelled to re-visit Lidl to see what delights Richard Bampfield, their lead Master of Wine, had to offer.

I duly found two white wines both retailing for the princely sum of £4.49.

THe California Chardonnay with a famous bridge spanning the label is big on flavour, à l'américaine, and resembles liquid icecream with vanilla to the fore, a touch of oak and tropical fruit flavour - an ideal beach or picnic wine reminiscent of the 1950s.

THe 2015 Pays d'Oc Sauvignon Blanc Vif with the Vif reflecting the slight spritz on the tongue exuded stone fruit and understated citrus flavours coupled with fresh acidity and is a prudent purchase at this enticingly low price.

Increasing the pecuniary outlay by two whole pounds I was able to procure a 2015 Mâcon-Villages which had an inherent creaminess and was indubitably most quaffable and value- for-money.

For the same amount I happened upon a Val de Salis Viognier Chardonnay of the 2015 vintage and possibly the best one of this particular wine. Blended wines

can often be more interesting than single varietals and in this one the Viognier adds stone fruit flavours and sensations in the mouth and produces a crisp and juicy wine with green fruit in abundance, apple and pear to the fore with delightfully balanced acidity and a long, dry finish.

All things considered, this is a well– crafted wine that I can wholeheartedly commend to you.

Now, how about this? Namely a cheeky little Chardonnay from Australia for a

mere £3.99 expended with peach, honey and vanilla flavours and one for the picnic hamper in this balmy weather. THe vintage is 2016 and is vying to be my bargain of the week. For £6.99 the Bourgogne Chardonnay excelled in terms of creaminess and is well worth your attention.

Champagne for under a tenner? Verily I reply in the affirmative in the form of a Comte de Senneval Champagne Brut priced at a miserly £9.99. For the price, the bubbles are good, biscuit and toast notes

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are apparent and creamy lemon and crisp apple fruit flavours awaken the palate - a good entry-level Champagne for everyday drinking.

In terms of reds, a Fortezza Dei Colli 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva reduced by £3 to just £5.99 is ruby red in colour and exudes black cherry fruit with supplementary hints of cloves and mocha and is a steal at this price.

For an outlay of £9.99 the 2011 Soligamar Reserva is carefully crafted by Carmelo Ortega and he has planted his vines 1.5 metres apart yielding intensely flavoured juice and producing a wine of great structure which for 25 months is aged exclusively in French oak before bottling.

Classic Rioja aromas and taste pervade this

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INGREDIENTS • 1 x 200g pack feta • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves • 1 red chilli, de-seeded and finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced • 1 tbsp olive oil FOR THE PITA CHIPS • 3 white pitas, torn into pieces • 3/4 tbsp olive oil • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika FOR THE SALAD • 1/2 cucumber, halved lengthways, de-seeded and roughly chopped Seasonal ingredient • 1 green pepper, de-seeded and sliced • 1/2 x 325g pack baby plum tomatoes, halved • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced • 1/2 x 290g jar pitted Kalamata olives, drained • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar • 1/2 tsp dried oregano

wine, along with well-balanced tannins, layers of oak accompanied by a sweet hint of vanilla rendering this wine delicate, fruity and smooth.

Nonetheless, I can invite you to try a most captivating wine in the form of a 2012 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, priced at £12.99. Made from partially dried grapes and exuding cherry and damson fruit and lush dark berry flavours this culminates in a complex savoury finish tinged with spice and chocolate - a veritable gem.

My bargain of the week, however, is on offer this coming weekend for a paltry £2.99. Namely the 2015 Côtes Du Rhône which has hints of raspberry and vestiges of spice and will regale your palate for so little pecuniary outlay - get in!

1. Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200°C, fan 180°C. 2. To make the chips, put the torn pitas on a baking tray and drizzle with the oil.

Scatter with paprika and bake for 15 minutes, until crisp and golden.

3. Put the feta in a small

ovenproof dish. Scatter over the thyme, chilli and garlic, then drizzle with the oil. Bake for 10 minutes.

4. Toss the salad ingredients in a bowl, then top with the feta and serve with the pita chips.

serves: 8

INGREDIENTS • 4 tbsp lemon curd • 2 x 200g tubs Philadelphia lite cheese • 6 tbsp summer fruit sauce, from a bottle • 8 sweet dessert tartlet cases (from a pack) • 100g blueberries • 100g raspberry • 1 tbsp cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) • icing sugar, for dusting • fresh mint sprigs

Lemon cheesecake tartlets Method 1. Be a clever cheat and save huge amounts of time by using ready-made tartlet case, and once filled look as professional as handmade ones 2. Beat the lemon curd into the soft cheese until smooth and creamy. Pour 1 tsp of summer fruit sauce into each dessert tartlet then top with a spoonful of the cheese mixture (set aside the remainder).

Carefully mix the berries together then pile onto the cheese mixture. Stir the cassis

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into the remaining sauce.

(You can make the tarts and sauce up to this stage and chill for 2-3 hours.)

Dust the tarts with icing sugar. Drizzle lines of the sauce over half of 4 dinner plates with a teaspoon and spoon the remaining cheesecake mixture in the centre. Put 2 tarts on each plate, propping one of the tarts against the cheese.

Add a sprig of mint for an extra flourish.

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SUPER SUN NOT SUPER FRIENDLY

Whilst some people have been enjoying the record breaking sunshine and tropical temperatures, there are plenty of us for whom the heat is uncomfortable and even dangerous.

We all know that too much sun can cause dehydration, heatstroke, not to mention the terrible sunburn; but imagine being covered from nose to tail in fur!

At R and R Pet Hotel we look after many different pets throughout the year, as well as all our residents. I wanted to share a few of the things that we do to help keep them safe and comfortable in the hot weather.

For starters, avoid walking your dogs during the heat of the day, where ever possible walk in the early morning or later in the evening. If this isn’t practical for you leave your dog at home.

Older dogs, young pups, cold weather breeds like the Akita and those who are carrying more than bit of extra fur

are at greater risk of dehydration and heatstroke. And of course never leave your dog unattended in your car for any length of time!

If you are out during the day make sure your pets have plenty of water, provide more than one bowl if you live in a multi pet household. Be sure that they have somewhere cool and shaded to rest. You can do this by giving them a cool mat lay on, theses don’t need to be frozen and work by dispersing heat away from your pet’s body as the lay on it.

Another trick we use at the hotel is to give the rabbits and guinea pigs white ceramic tiles. These provide a cool place to chill out and have the added benefit of being nibble proof! These are easy to pick up from hardware stores and you can often get them individually.

For even smaller furries like hamsters try freezing granite stones over night.

Use ones that go in fish tanks, as these

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will be smooth, rounded and a good size for small cages.

A super cheap and way to provide a source cold is to half fill a plastic bottle with water and freeze it, you can then place it in your pets cage, be sure to remove all the labels and swap them out every day. Do not fill the bottle as water expands when it freezes; also be sure to place it in an area of the cage that your pet can move away from and not in the bed area, if they decide to nibble a hole in it they could end up with a wet bed.

For loads more ideas about keeping your pets cool this summer visit our website and find us on face book.

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Health &

Well-being

by Denise Kelly

Natural remedies for hay fever THE WEATHER has been so warm and beautiful I can hardly believe we are in the UK. I love that feeling when you walk outside in the evening and the air is warm.

Making the most of these glorious long summer days is so beneficial for your health, but what happens if you are plagued with hay fever, which is making your life miserable, when it should be so much fun!

Don’t despair; there are plenty of lovely natural remedies that will help.

Vitamin C It’s a common and well-known supplement, but did you know that vitamin C is a natural antihistamine, which means that it can be good at providing relief from allergy symptoms. In particular, it acts as a decongestant, so ensuring you get your daily intake could be the perfect remedy if one of your hay fever symptoms is a blocked or runny nose.

Adding more foods like kiwi or green/orange fruits and vegetables to your diet could be the trick to helping your allergies, so take a look at your current diet and make changes accordingly.

Supplements for Vitamin C are readily available, so check out what’s on offer in your local health shop.

Honey Without bees, the world we know would cease to exist. THey help spread pollen so that plants can reproduce, which in turn keeps plant life producing oxygen for us to breathe.

THis process of pollination, although incredibly helpful for the planet, comes at a cost to those of us who suffer from hay fever. More pollination means

can be found all around you and is the cause of your hay fever.

Spicy food We all have different tolerance levels when it comes to spices. THis natural remedy for hay fever may not be for everyone, but if you can handle the heat, you might be in luck. Spicy foods like hot peppers, wasabi, Dijon mustard and horseradish all contain a natural chemical called capsaicin.

Capsaicin is found in chilli peppers, and it is that notorious element in spicy food that gives it the distinctive heat or burning sensation. THis is exactly what you want to be targeting, because it can help to open nasal passages and reduce inflammation.

Even the smallest amount of heat from adding chilli powder into some of your meals might make a difference to your allergies.

Chamomile tea Chamomile tea can be extremely useful for swollen and itchy eyes (in my opinion one of the worst symptoms of hay fever you can suffer), try using the cold tea bag as an eye compress.

You may find that this helps to reduce inflammation and discomfort.

Garlic Garlic has a lot of health benefits. It could help alleviate your hay fever symptoms.

Increasing your daily intake of garlic might help boost your immune system . It acts as a decongestant and could help to relieve other symptoms like sore throats and headaches.

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THe reason garlic can be so helpful is because it contains something called quercetin, which is a natural antihistamine that provides allergy relief.

Quercetin can also be found in onions, so if you don’t like garlic there are other alternatives that may help, too.

Research suggests that it is most effective when eaten raw or crushed, but cooked forms may also help, too.

Like vitamin C, there are always garlic supplements available to provide daily support.

If you are suffering this summer and would like extra help with your allergies, or any other health concerns you may have, why not get a detailed nutrition plan for yourself.

Call me to discuss or book your consultation. Clinics are available at the Lindy Griffiths and associates clinic, Main Road, Bosham (Near Chichester) and Number 1 Harley street, London.

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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Hay fever affects up to one in five people at some point in their life. more pollen in the air, and this can cause allergies to flare up.

Despite their role in hay fever misery however, bees may have also given us the antidote.

Honey contains pollen from the plants and flowers surrounding the bee colony. By introducing this pollen to your body early, before hay fever season, you could help your body develop a sort of protection to the allergies that the pollen creates. Honey might help to desensitise your body, lessening your hay fever symptoms.

It is reported that using locally-produced honey has a much higher chance of providing relief and support from hay fever, given that it is made from foliage that

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Community News & Views INDEPENDENT authors around Chichester have been running activities during the city's latest festival.

CHINDI, pictured below, is hosting an event by one of its members, Jane Cable, tonight where she will talk about how she secured her first publishing deal.

She will explain that publishing independently first was a vital first step in her writing career and how the two approaches differ. Her talk will take place at 6.30pm at Hennings in North Street. Tickets cost £8 each to include a glass of wine.

Tomorrow is a busy day for another CHINDI member, Christopher Joyce. He will be hosting a creative writing workshop from 11am-4pm at Hennings followed by a words and wine quiz with fellow author Carol THomas at the same venue.

He said: "THe creative workshop is aimed at new authors or those wishing to gain confidence in their writing skills.

"As an ex-teacher with an MA in marketing communications, and author of five books, I believe this is good value at £40, including wine and light lunch.

"THe session will cover how to best start a story, story structure, developing great characters and tips on creating exciting dialogue. Expect to start writing from the moment you arrive."

CHINDI's week ends with the quiz from 6.30-8pm which has more than £100-worth of prizes to be won. THe chance to win that amount has made the event popular.

Tickets are available from the Novium in person or through the booking office - thenovium.org/booking office. THey are also available from CHINDI authors through chindi-authors.co.uk Christopher said: "We're thrilled to be part of the festival and to see the spoken word playing an important part of the huge number of events on offer."

CHINDI has played an important role in the festival's first week. THat began with a crime writers' panel on Tuesday and continued with a walking tour of Chichester the next night.

Spooky stories were provided by a guide and Bognor Regis Write Club and CHINDI authors shared ten short stories to get the walkers looking over their shoulders.

Last night involved a modified version of the group's previously sold out sessions about self-publishing.

Guests were able to discuss cover design, proofreading and editing as well as the use of social media and how to produce a printed book, e-book or audio book.

"We wanted to expand the range of activities this year and think we've got a really good offering that will appeal across the board," said Christopher.

QUALIFIED social workers are being invited to attend the first event of its kind to be held in West Sussex.

THe special recruitment event is being held by the county council next week.

THe occasion from 5pm7pm on THursday at County Hall North in Horsham is aimed at attracting qualified social workers who have left the profession or who are currently working elsewhere.

Representatives from all areas of children's services will be on hand for informal discussions on the roles available and to provide advice on joining the county council's team.

Cllr Stephen Hillier, the council's cabinet member for children and young people, said: "THere is a national shortage of children's social workers and we need to stand up and tell our story about why working for West Sussex County Council is a great career choice.

"Our mantra is 'With you, with the child, every step of the way' and this commitment runs through everything we do to protect,

support and care for our children and to reward and nurture our employees."

Pay increases were introduced earlier this year to ensure the county council remains competitive.

THe new career progression pathway allows individual social workers to achieve promotion while staying on the frontline as well as through the more traditional route of becoming a manager.

Qualified social worker Adrian Dyka, a group manager in the council's family support and protection service, said: "I work with some really bright, enquiring and caring social workers and managers who are very passionate about the work they do.

"It takes a special person to become a good social worker and this event will demonstrate the value the county council places on the enthusiastic and committed individuals who care for our children.

"I'd urge anyone who has left social work for whatever reason to come along."

ALMOST £10m has been conned out of Sussex residents in a year by fraudsters.

THe average loss suffered by those who fell prey to the tricksters was £23,370.

But pioneering work by Sussex Police to fight back against the cons has helped prevent further incidents.

THe methods used by the force in Operation Signature are being copied by other forces around the country.

Seven have already adopted the methods after they were approved as best practice by the National Police Chiefs' Council in April.

A further 25 police forces are planning to do so.

Sussex Police's deputy chief constable, Bernie O'Reilly, said: "I am proud of the vital work our officers and staff do to support and safeguard some of the most vulnerable members of our community."

THe details were revealed to mark last THursday's world elder abuse awareness day.

THis led Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne to praise the work carried out by the county's force to protect older people from fraud.

"I'm really proud of the system established by Sussex Police which has seen huge success helping to protect our older residents. We know that criminal gangs are deliberately targeting our older residents because they may have substantial savings and can be more trusting.

"Just because somebody is smooth-talking your grandmother out of her life savings over the phone instead of mugging her in the street doesn't make it a less serious offence," she said.

She has funded two Victim Support case workers since January to offer emotional support and then practical help to the most vulnerable residents.

THe past five months have seen the two case workers spend 7,090 minutes face-to-face with victims to free up time that would otherwise have been spent by officers or PCSOs. THey also made 327 calls to victims and set up almost 200 practical solutions. THese ranged from having call blockers installed on phones to changing bank cards or providing literature on fraud.

Almost two-thirds of victims in Sussex in the year until the end of March were aged 75 or older and the same amount lived alone. Just over one in five incidents were doorstep crime and rogue traders. Other prevalent types were computer scams and telephone fraud.

PC Bernadette Lawrie, Sussex Police's financial abuse safeguarding officer, said the force had seen a rise in offenders pretending to be police officers or bank staff over the phone.

But alert residents, shops and banks foiled the would-be criminals in some instances. Of the 918 incidents reported to the police until March, 585 cases saw the fraudsters unsuccessful.

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MORE than £1,200 was raised for St Wilfrid's Hospice during an evening of 1960s music, fancy dress and food.

UkeAid's Summer of Love celebration proved to be a sold-out success with over 100 guests attending.

A ukulele band made up of 15 members entertained the crowd with their set of sixties music to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the release of THe Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. Audiences were clad in 'flower power' fancy dress and couldn't help singing along. THe disco was also a hit and had the hippies up and dancing between the sets.

One of the event's organisers, Frank Griffin, was pleased with the response the event garnered. He said: "With a little help from our friends, a splendid time was guaranteed for all."

THe ukulele players involved with Summer of Love will also be performing at Jam of Jams, an all-day ukulele event being held on Littlehampton seafront on July 16. THey will be joined by a number of bands from along the south coast.

Sir, WHAT is going on with Chichester city centre, really?

Is it being put up for sale to the commercial property market...will it become housing in the next few years?

Chichester City Council claim there is no cause for concern. But when spokespeople mention percentages of occupancy being good, it smells a lot like blarney - or baloney.

Above is a photograph of one of the shops which has closed in the city. THere are also a line of shops closed where the Old Bull pub lies derelict.

Coupled with homeless people sleeping in all sorts

of doorways, we seem to be witnessing global rape by big finance, poor politicians and inadequate local city management causing withering of this historic place - and the authorities not doing much about it.

Business rates at several thousand pounds a month seem clearly too high for anyone trying to run a company profitably.

Shops and businesses are closing or closed all over the place.

To try to put spin on this that the city centre is in good shape is difficult to swallow the baloney that is.

Mark Chapman, Chichester

SUN-SOAKED members of Donnington Garden Club returned home after a splendid visit to a National Trust property.

THe 37-strong party of members and friends enjoyed their tour of Mottisfont Abbey and Gardens, pictured above.

As a private property, the house was crafted from a medieval priory and became the lifelong country home of Maud Russell and her husband, Gilbert.

Brian Turbefield, the club's press officer, said: "THese are really lovely gardens and are in one of Hampshire's most idyllic locations, beside a man-made and fast-flowing stretch of the River Test which was created to bring the river closer to the house and which hosts some impressive trout and salmon."

THe crystal-clear waters skirt a lawn with wild areas and more formal gardens designed in the 1930s by Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe.

Donnington Gardening Club's next meeting will be at 7.30pm on July 7 at Donnington Parish Hall. Alan Sargent will give a talk, Behind the Scenes of Chelsea Flower Show.

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City played host to historical boxing match which was a turning point in the sport itself

By Lorna Still, volunteer at The Novium Museum ON Tuesday, June 8, 1824, in a large triangular field in Birdham, near Chichester, the reigning heavyweight bare-knuckle boxing champion of all England, Tom Spring, faced Irish challenger Jon ‘Pat’ Langan in a fight that proved to be a turning-point in the history of prize-fighting.

Earlier that year, these two had fought at Worcester, where there were over 30,000 spectators, but the contest had ended in a riot, with around 200 people in the ring.

The two men wanted to fight again to restore their reputations and that of the sport itself.

The prize would be £500.

Because prize-fights were illegal, the location was fixed only two days beforehand, and rumours of other locations were deliberately circulated to mislead the authorities.

Langan himself was deceived by these rumours and went to several other places

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He spent the night before the fight in Chichester at the Dolphin, while Tom Spring, having arrived by coach stayed at the Swan Inn. Fifty three large wagons were arranged in a circle round the field for spectators (five shillings a seat) and a grandstand from Epsom Racecourse was erected at one side (one guinea a seat).

The ring was 24 feet square and stood six feet above the ground so people could see and also to prevent spectators from entering as they had at Worcester.

On the morning of the fight the excitement in Chichester was palpable.

Traffic converged on the city in the early hours, including horse-drawn carriages filled with ‘swells of the first quality’.

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Tom Spring was born in Herefordshire in 1795 and was actually named Tom Winter. He was a butcher before he took up fighting and, surprisingly, had weak hands.

He was nicknamed ‘The Light Tapper’, but he was fast and light on his feet and developed his Harlequin Step, avoiding a punch while simultaneously delivering one himself.

At this time, wrestling and throwing was allowed, which gave Spring an advantage, being heavier than Langan.

The first round lasted four minutes, with ‘considerable caution observed on both sides’, but ended with Langan being ‘first down’, which settled many a wager.

As the fight continued, both men took lots of punishment and Spring’s left hand was injured. However, the contest became clearly one-sided and there were shouts of ‘Take him away’, but Langan was determined to fight on he had, after all, staked £200 on himself.

The fight ended after one hour and 55 minutes and 77 rounds, with a final gentle punch from Spring rendering Langan ‘quite insensible’.

The fight restored Spring’s reputation and that of prize-fighting too. The fighters had shown good sportsmanship, the umpires had been fair and the crowd well-behaved.

The field was renamed Spring (or

Spring’s) Field in honour of the victor, and commemorative china was produced.

There is a commemorative jug depicting the fight in the Novium Museum’s collection.

Spring retired after this fight as his hands were so weakened.

He purchased The Castle Inn at Holborn, which became the unofficial headquarters of English boxing.

In 1828 the ‘Fair Play Club’ was formed ‘to ensure fair play to combatants’ and ‘to preserve peace and order in the outer ring’ and Spring was its first treasurer.

He was generally well-respected and liked for his good manners and kindness outside of the ring.

He did, however, make quite a lot of money and was not himself immune from criticism in his dealings.

He had been married and had two children, but split up from his wife. She received none of this money, herself dying in a Holborn workhouse.

Spring died on August 20, 1851, and many people attended his funeral. He was buried in West Norwood cemetery as Thomas Winter.

A memorial was erected in the cemetery in 1951.

He was elected to the Ring-Boxing Hall of Fame in 1961 and to the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1992.

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Local lad Crowley aims to keep good PostSport form going into Glorious Goodwood SUSSEX jockey Jim Crowley has Glorious success in his sights after continuing his fine form at Goodwood.

THe Pulborough-based rider has enhanced his reputation as a specialist at the track, racking up a winner every time he has visited the track this season.

With form like that, the reigning champion jockey will fancy himself to add to his tally when the premium meeting comes round in the first week of August.

Crowley celebrated his seventh course victory of 2017 in the Sir Eric Parker Memorial Handicap by riding home on 3/1 shot Mudaarab at last Friday's meeting.

Trained by Sir Michael Stoute, the wellbacked horse was a popular winner among the thousands who packed in for the final part of Goodwood's THree Friday Nights (TFN) meeting.

Other highlights include the Jamie Spencer mount Harbour Rock (3/1) winning the Sigma Maiden Stakes while David Probert rode home on the Andrew Balding trained Galactic Prince to take THe Sussex Roof Garden Handicap. THen all eyes turned to the parade ring where hooves turned to heels as a

dance floor was set up for the final of the TFN concerts.

After hit DJ sets by Tinie Tempah and Pete Tong, last week saw Sigma take centre stage with the London outfit entertaining the masses long into the night. It rounded off a busy few weeks for Goodwood with the annual Charity Race Day also taking place.

Crowley continued his superb form at the course, riding Lightening Dance to win the opening NSPCC Speak Out Stay Safe Maiden Fillies’ Stakes.

THe 2m Maywal Handicap Stakes was won impressively by London Prize, who earlier in the year had won the prestigious Imperial Cup over hurdles.

Preceding the thoroughbred racing were two well-contested Charles Owen Pony Races, which provided an added thrill to the day.

THe race for ponies of 138cm and under was won in good style by Clear THe Track under 13-year-old Daniel Ellis, while Annie Get Ur Gun won the second race for ponies of 148cm and under, ridden by 16-year-old Oliver Stammers. On a day when the attendance reached 9,551 – a record for the fixture – more than £65,000 was raised for the NSPCC.

f Jim Crowley leads the pack at Goodwood

f The world's best in horse-racing will return to Glorious Goodwood this year between August 1 and 5.

Sails away for national schools races SCORES of sailors are set to sail in to Chichester Harbour this weekend for the 65th annual Schools Week Championships.

THe much-anticipated sailing event will see hundreds of students from over 40 schools around the UK descend on Itchenor Sailing Club for a week of racing.

THe harbour-based club has the national Schools Championships, formerly known as the Public Schools Firefly Invitation Championships, since 1953.

Organisers say the aim of promoting competition while encouraging participation in the sport is no different this time round, especially as a number of those taking part live and learn in the local area. Charles Hyatt, the commodore of Itchenor Sailing Club, said: “We’ve worked hard over the past 64 years to ensure the event continues to be successful and relevant within youth sailing.

“It is great to see the students’ confidence and ability grow with each year along with the standard of racing.

"We look forward to welcoming the students to our club and wish them all the best of luck.”

Following the success of last year, a practice race will once again take place on Sunday, for the RS Feva category.

THat's followed by two days of racing on Monday and Tuesday.

THe older students will then take over in Fireflies and 420s with training on Wednesday before rounding off the week with racing.

Last year saw an impressive selection of both junior and senior student sailors participate in the event which culminated with Portsmouth Grammar School being crowned the winner of the Feva competition while RGS Guildford took home the Firefly title.

THose taking part are quick to praise the attractions of Itchenor Sailing Club, while the competition gives some of the sailing stars of the future a chance to race for their schools after the majority of summer exams are completed.

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ATHLETICS: It was more quality than quantity for the club at Hove Park last Sunday for the latest match in the West Sussex Fun Run League (WSFRL).

THis event attracted a field of 379 runners and was a mad dash of 5k around the perimeter of the park with the weather, as usual for this event, hot and dry.

A team from Chichester Athletics Club finished in 14th place with 60 points earned by Graham Woodward (18th – 18.49), Tony Cooley (112th – 22.28), Tom Blaylock (125th – 22.35), Amanda Godfrey (148th – 23.20), Nadia Anderson (153rd23.36), Peter Anderson (232nd – 26.07), Jill Renson (241st – 26.32) and Sue Baker (253rd – 27.32).

Future WSFRL matches are arriving thick and fast with the Downland Dash at Burgess Hill on Saturday followed with the Roundhill Romp (at Steyning) on July 5 and the Beach Run (at Littlehampton) on July 12.

Menawhile, scores of people took part in the Chichester-run Midsummer 5.

More than 200 people entered the event on Wednesday which starts and ends on Lavant Green and includes a lap of the Goodwood Motor Circuit.

Full results in next week's edition of the Post.

TRAMPOLINING: Dragonflyers' Izzy Hauxwell and Anya Johnston, pictured above, came narrowly close to returning home with a medal from the UK Regional Teams Finals.

THe Barclaycard arena in Birmingham played host to the event.

It saw the top three from each region of the UK and Northern Ireland for every age group perform.

THe aim was not only gain points for the region but to earn the right to participate at individual finals at Telford in July by finishing in the top eight.

With the withdrawal of Libby Morton it was down to the remaining three Dragonflyers to excel and they did not disappoint.

Hauxwell and Johnston both jumped in the top category of the day, ndp 7.

When jumping finished, Hauxwell took fourth and her colleague was fifth - not enough for a medal but both girls qualified for yet another national final.

Fellow Dragonflyer Rosie Budge (ndp 5) missed out on qualifying by 0.1 points despite putting in an extremely strong routine.

Coach Linda O'Leary said: "All three girls did their region and themselves proud."

Kerry Nicholas senior club coach joined O'Leary as a regional team coach for this event.

THis means the Bognor-based club is one of only two clubs in the south to have two regional coaches.

THose interested in joining the club, which trains at THe Regis School most evenings, can contact lindadragonflyers@ gmail.com

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Middleton rue lack of wickets as Nomads defeat Heather's side

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MIDDLETON CC will be looking to bounce back to winning ways after coming up just short in a three-wicket loss to Preston Nomads.

Sean Heather's side looked in the driving seat after winning the toss and posting 232 for 8, with Angus Robson top-scoring with 49.

But Nomads showed the form which has seem them thrive in the Sussex Premier League in recent seasons, chasing down the total with three wickets to spare as time ticked down.

Opener Nathan Poole proved to be the match-winner, carrying his bat in an unbeaten 96* in the chase as the home side's bowlers struggled to take wickets when they needed them. Heather used eight bowlers as he searched for the right formula.

It was a tough loss for mid-table Middleton who have been extremely competitive since winning promotion to the top flight last term.

Heather's side return to action tomorrow (12pm) as they welcome in-form Roffey to the Sports Ground.

With the visitors winning four out of their past five, Middleton will need to show their fighting spirit if they are to get anything from the match.

Falcons tee up kids' softball Ashmore stars in Bognor victory

CHICHESTER Falcons Softball Club are starting up their new teeball club in early July in a bid to get more youngsters into the sport.

Players from the successful adult team will be coaching and mentoring groups of boys and girls between the ages of seven and ten to play a modified version of baseball – the first of its kind in the city.

Led by head coach James Wheeler, the players will learn how to throw, catch and hit on Saturday mornings at Oaklands Park softball field.

Batters hit the ball off a tee, rather than hit a pitched ball, so that the game moves at a good pace and the fielders are kept busy.

Manager David Morris said: “THe Falcons have been running teeball clubs at local primary schools lately which have been very popular, so it makes sense to provide a club environment for the game so that other children have the opportunity to play."

It comes as the Falcons' senior side continue to rack up the wins on the pitch.

THe latest victories came at

the Diamond Tournament where the team came away with the cup runners-up trophy.

Led by tournament captain and pitcher Jason Mercer, the Falcons managed to beat down 14 other teams from all over the UK to the grand final.

After going down in their first game against Spartans, the Falcons swept aside the Solent Tomahawks, London Raiders, Brighton Beachcombers and Maidenhead Rascals to put them into the cup placings for the knockout section.

After beating Manchester Tempest, the semi final against the Pirates saw another tidy defensive performance to take them into the final Pitted against Nottingham Tigers in the final, the Falcons tired somewhat and couldn’t find a way to get ahead of the game.

A late rally nearly turned the tables, with catcher Keaton Irvine slugging past second base, but it was not enough to catch the Tigers who were ten runs up going in to the ninth.

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BOGNOR'S Joe Ashmore put in a fine allround display to help his side to a rare victory in Sussex County Division Two. Regis currently sit in the relegation places and have struggled this term as the top order have failed to put big scores on the board.

But, after slipping to 61 for 7 at St James's Montefiore, Ashmore (69) and Josh Sergeant (54*) put on 104 for the eighth wicket to lift Bognor to a final score of 192 for nine.

Regis wasted no time on building on that momentum, Jerome Jones (4 for 13), taking the new ball and making inroads into the home side's batting line-up.

f Nomads' Nathan Poole escapes Middleton's grasp

Ashmore then followed up his performance with the bat in the field, taking 4 for 32 to ensure that St James's were bowled out for 109.

THat 83-run win was only Bognor's second of the season but they will be hoping to double that number this weekend.

Bognor return to action tomorrow welcoming struggling Lindfield tomorrow (12.30pm) before hosting the annual visit of Guernsey Sarnians to the Regis Oval on Sunday.

It was a good weekend for Bognor as the seconds led by Bernie Burns chalked up a

f Middleton Seconds' Will Searle at bat

comfortable eight wicket win over Stirlands Seconds.

Opening bowler Jim Lee made sure the visitors did not settle at the Regis Oval, producing a blistering opening burst.

Lee eventually ended up with 6 for 25 from 13 overs.

With good support from Jamie Woolnough (1 for 6) and Ben Woolnough (1 for 8), Stirlands limped to just 77 before being dismissed.

In reply, Bognor wasted no time in getting going with Harry Hood (21*) and Joel Baker (22*) guiding Regis home to their third win of the year.

Next up is a trip to Crawley Eagles Seconds tomorrow (12.30pm).

Elsewhere, in division five west Chichester Priory Park Seconds' James Mayne starred with the ball as his side dragged themselves clear of the drop zone after a six wicket win over local rivals Middleton Seconds.

Mayne came into the attack and took four quick wickets to as Middleton stuttered to 134 all out.

In reply, Chi were given a strong start by Graeme Bennison (43) who anchored the innings well albeit slowly.

It was left to wicket-keeper Ollie Troy to take Priory Park over the line with a run-a-ball 43.

Priory travel to Worthing Seconds tomorrow (12.30pm) while Middleton visit Findon Seconds.

Pagham lose ground at the top after loss

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PAGHAM CC received a blow to their title credentials after suffering an away defeat to Preston Nomads Seconds.

THe Nyetimber Lane side have been in fine form with the bat and the ball this season, as they sit second in Sussex Division THree.

But hopes of winning the title narrowed after the three wicket defeat at the Nomads.

After winning the toss and electing to bat, Aiden Zammit (34) and skipper Stuart Hanks (41) laid a solid platform for Pagham, putting on a half-century stand.

But, aside from useful contributions from Ryan Barratt (33) and Kevin Condon (26), the rest of the side struggled and they were eventually dismissed for 183.

In reply, Pagham struck early taking two quick wickets. But Nomads rallied and

reached the total with three wickets in hand.

Pagham will hope to close the gap on leaders Crawley Eagles as they take on local rivals and third-placed Chichester Priory Park tomorrow (12.30pm) at Priory Park.

Meanwhile, division five west outfit Pagham Seconds cruised to a 115-run over Findon Seconds thanks a century from Stuart Rutter.

THe opener scored exactly 100 which, combined with a swift unbeaten 39 from THomas Kent, helped Pagham to 242 for 7 declared.

Kent then took three for 16 with the ball as the visitors were bowled out for 127.

THe seconds will be looking to make the most out of home conditions once more when they welcome Billingshurst seconds to Nyetimber Lane tomorrow (12.30pm).

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By Tim Ridgway

f Bognor's squad will soon have a new manager with Jamie Howell's successor announced in days

Rocks boss to be named in days - just in time for the pre-season DON'T panic, don't panic - that's the message coming from Nyewood Lane as the side look to re-build for the future.

Bognor have been without a manager since Jamie Howell departed the hot seat just a few days after guiding the team into National League South in that memorable play-off win over Dulwich Hamlet in May. But, despite the club still being without 11 first team players on the books and no manager in the dugout, club officials have urged fans not to be concerned.

With the players looking to return to training in just over a week's time, general manager Jack Pearce was clear that there would be a manager in place by the time pre-season preparations begin at the start of July. Pearce told the Post: "THere's been absolutely no movement about the manager but I hope to make a decision early next week. I've been impressed with the quality of candidates.

"THe majority do not have a lot of number one experience but that would always be the case with us as we have always been about giving managers a start."

Pearce was also clear that there was also no news on whether goalkeeper Dan Lincoln, pictured left, or centre half Sami El-Abd had committed to the club for next season.

Both were standout performers for the Rocks last term, with their fine form being recognised this week when both were

named in the Ryman Premier team of the year.

With top-scorer and fellow team of the year nominee James Fraser already leaving for Worthing for personal reasons, losing either would be a blow to Bognor as they prepare for life in a higher league.

Pearce said: "I'm not too worried about the lack of progress. Due to our geographical location and not producing too many homegrown players of our own, our team always comes together quite late on so I'm not concerned at all."

Of more concern, though, is the loss of revenue from the cancelled Portsmouth friendly which has left a large hole in the Bognor books.

Pearce said he had no option but to pull the plug after officials at Pompey contacted him to say that they could not guarantee a first team would travel to Nyewood Lane.

Pearce said: "It's a massive blow to us. THey do not realise the impact they have had on us and most probably they do not care.

"We're not being big-time Charlies but I don't think it's fair for supporters to turn up thinking it's the first team and then it's a youth side with a few young professionals.

"It has made a considerable hole in our budget but we just have to get on with it.

We may have to get the begging bowl out at some stage. It's not the way to run the club but what can we do?"

Rocks - Portsmouth match is off THE ROCKS have called off their planned friendly against Portsmouth after the League One side said they would not be sending their first-team squad to Nyewood Lane.

It will be the first time in five years that Bognor have not hosted the game.

Rocks general manager Jack Pearce took the decision as the Post went to press last week after Pompey officials told them new manager Kenny Jackett could not guarantee a first team XI would travel to Nyewood.

Of more concern for the club will be the loss of revenue, as the Pompey fixture is a traditionally big money-maker for the Rocks, with more than 2,000 fans likely to have turned up to the game.

THe loss of a vital part of the club's annual income could affect future recruitment plans as the club will stick to their strict financial plans, even if they are playing at a higher level.

THe biggest game on Bognor's pre-season list is now a home clash with Crawley Town, which is on July 26 (7.45pm).

THe Pompey fixture has now been replaced with an away trip to Horndean (date TBC).

Other pre-season friendlies include Worthing away on July 8 (3pm) and Chichester City on July 14 (7.30pm). THe fixtures for National South will be announced on July 5.

WITH the new season just six weeks away, work is well underway at Nyewood Lane to prepare the Rocks for life back in National League South.

Central to that is work on the much-famed pitch, which has won awards and is known across the country as one of the best non-league surfaces in the country.

In the latest of an ongoing series looking at life behindthe scenes at the club, the Post spoke to general manager Jack Pearce, who oversees much of the groundwork at the club.

What's the secret to the pitch at Nyewood?

It's simple - a lot of financial input and lot of good volunteer work. If we had to pay for the hours that people spend on it, cutting it and replacing the divots then it would cost the club a fortune. We also take easy steps like not training on it twice a week which gives it time to recover.

THis summer the club has spent thousands on resurfacing the pitch - why?

You're right. We probably had the best surface in the Ryman last year and yet this summer we've just spent the best part of £7,000 taking the top off the pitch and relaying it.

Most people will think it is madness. But the people advising us have never let us down in 39 years and we were told that given the extra fixtures last year and extra fixtures coming this season it would be best.

Doing that work doesn't come cheap but because of the cup run and the proposed Pompey fixture we took that decision.

It would have cost us even more but for the volunteers who look after the pitch. If we didn't have them, it would be another six to seven grand to get the work done.

So in reality that would have been about £15,000 for something that won't look any

different to the naked eye.

Why does the club spend so much on the pitch?

If you want to try and play passing football then the most important thing is a quality surface. We don't train twice a week on it; we hire another facility which costs us £5,000 a year. We also give it regular feeds and spend more money than we should do but I have always seen it as a bargaining chip when trying to sign players. THat kudos works as there's certain grounds where I wouldn't play if you paid me.

Does the surface help the club win more games?

I think sometimes it can count against you as they all have good players who want to play on good surfaces.

If you ask opposition players where their favourite ground is in the Ryman we would be on every players' list. THat's because of the surface.

How do the volunteers help?

We have four or five who look after the pitch.

Doug Glossop marks the pitch out. THen Tony Baxter is there every day doing work on the pitch, such as divoting after the game, putting seed on it and watering.

THen there's the people who do the cutting and the mowing - Bobby, who has been with us 20 years, Adrian and Brian Quinnell - that's the five people that are involved but we also have the input from a consultant who advises us on what we should do.

Is your lawn at home as good as the Nyewood pitch?

[Laughs] My lawn is rubbish.

It's the usual thing I always get from my wife who says that if it was the football club then it would look a lot better.

When I first came to the club we literally played on a bog where mud came up to your ankles. It's taken us years to get where we are and I'm pleased it's still paying dividends

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