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SEAFORD Scene December 2017 Issue 128

Your Community Magazine, Business Directory and Whatâ€™s On Guide

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Welcome Welcome to the December issue of Seaford Scene. I can’t believe it’s December already, this year has just flown by! As always the Christmas issue is full of festive fun, kicking off on the 1st with Eclectrix’s Christmas Concert followed by Seaford Christmas Magical Entertainment on Saturday 2nd. Then there’s SBC Singers Christmas concert and Concentus Sings Christmas on Saturday 9th, plus St Andrews’ Christmas Concert on the 16th and many more carol services and concerts listed on page 128 (Churches Together). There are arts and crafts at the Crypt, page 22 and at the Clinton Centre from Saturday 2nd and there’s a special fundraising production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ on the 20th – see page 20. Our festive food recipes are on page 116 and don’t forget that Santa will be doing his pre-Christmas rounds across Seaford, so make sure you’re on your best behaviour (adults included)! – see page 64 for Santa’s Sleigh route. May I take this opportunity to say a big thank you to everyone who has supported Seaford Scene this year, and to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Peaceful New Year. Fran Tegg. Editor

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Front cover painting by Barbie Harrison (oil and Dutch Leaf) at Sussex Arts Collective 2017 Christmas Show, Buon Natale! See page 22.

4 Seaford Christmas Magical Entertainment 6 Seaford Splash! 9 Giant Mackerel Landed on Seaford Jetty! 10 Battle of Trafalgar Remembered in Style! 14 Seaford Photographic Society 16 Seaford Head Probus Club 18 West Dean Weekend 20 Showtime for Ylena 21 Barbershop Comes to Bishopstone 22 Sussex Arts Collective 2017 Christmas Show 22 Can you Keep Silent? 28 Martello Rotary 31 Seaford U3A News 33 The Seaford Parenting Scene 34 Seaford Baptist Church Singers Christmas Concert 36 Seahaven Force Going from Strength to Strength 37 Seaford Musical Theatre 38 Murder Mystery Novel by Seaford Author 42 Twinners Steam into the Sunset 46 Concentus Sings Christmas 47 Seaford Choral Society 50 Give Yourself the Gift of Joy this Christmas 54 Holistic Core Restore 56 Seaford Striders 57 School’s Harvest 60 7 Things Not to Say to Somebody with Dementia 64 Rotary Club of Seaford 69 Food for Thought – Newberry Tully 73 Seaford Socialite and Spy Led Double Life 75 Seaford Evening Flower Club 77 Seafront Telescope Arrives in Seaford 79 A View From The Potting Shed 83 Seaford Community Garden 85 Sussex Fundraising & Macmillan Cancer Support 90 Who’s Who in Seaford? 96 Keeping Our Seafront Beautiful and the Environment Safe! 96 Take Care in Mandarin 97 French Twinning Group Christmas Special 99 Seaford Stamp & Post Card Club 102 Seaford’s Neighbourhood Plan 104 East Blatchington Lectures 105 Seaford Afternoon Flower Club 108 Inner Wheel Club of Seaford 112 HLF Grant for Seaford Community Wildlife Project 116 So Here it is – Merry Christmas 125 Seaford Kurlers 126 Eclectrix New Year’s Eve Celebration 128 Churches Together 129 What’s On in December? 132 What’s On Weekly? 138 Index of Businesses

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Seaford Christmas Magical Entertainment! Welcome the festive season in style as Seaford celebrates Christmas 2017 with live entertainment, lantern parade, market stalls, fresh food and a funfair all day on Saturday 2nd December from 10am until 6pm. Don’t miss live music from Concentus Choral, Seaford Vocal Repertoire, Sam’s tribute act to Sir Elton and many more live acts – at the Main Stage in Broad Street and the High Street Stage, as well as story time at Seaford Library. Look out for our Santa’s grotto, funfair rides and our reindeers who will be visiting us – all to enjoy whatever the weather. Why not enjoy some hog roast and mulled wine to warm you up whilst drinking in the fantastic live entertainment? Make sure you don’t miss the opportunity to grab some Christmas presents from the market stalls which will be selling jewellery and handbags amongst many other festive

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goodies! Make sure to get in early to pick up your Christmas tree too, whilst supporting your local charities at the same time. Be proud to support your local community and peruse the goods in the local shops. The French Market will be on Church Street, make sure to pop down to enjoy fresh produce, something for everyone will be available at the market stalls! Lantern making is a must, even if you can’t make the parade from 4.30pm, pop along to St Leonards Church Hall (behind Tansleys) to make yours. The lantern parade is a magical experience to watch as well as take part in, and you get to take them home with you – LED lighting makes them a fun and safe festive feature to enjoy through the festive period. A peaceful end to the day is available at the Barn Theatre with Wonder Woman, the PG-rated epic adventure of an Amazon Princess who uses her super powers to help restore peace during World War I. Tickets available online www.seafordcinema.org and in the Tourist Information Centre at 37 Broad Street, Seaford www.staylewes.info Don’t miss Kevin Gordon’s History Tour special, where you can find out about the fascinating history of Seaford and the surrounding areas, starting at the Tourist Information Centre at 10.30am. Make sure to turn up early to warm up with a mince pie at the TIC from 10am. Should you want to book a stall or help on the day, make sure to contact the organisers via email facilties@ seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk, telephone 01323 872975 or through www.seafordxmasmagic.uk or Facebook www. facebook.com/seafordchristmasmagic/ Volunteers are essential in making the day what it is, from helping children making lanterns, helping with event set up and close down, road closures, event control and stall holders. If you can spare an hour or two please call the office on 01323 872975 or email facilities@ seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk Be informed; why not Like us on facebook.com/ seafordchristmasmagic or follow us on twitter.com/ seafordmagic, to receive any updates. Photos (top to bottom): Lanterns; Seaford Christmas lights; reindeer; market stall.

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Arts and cultural events in the Seaford area Welcome to the latest of our regular updates on what is going on within Seaford’s vibrant arts and cultural scene, compiled by Andrea Hargreaves.

Cinema

December at Seaford Community Cinema at the Barn Theatre opens on Friday 1st with Oscar Best Foreign Language 2017 film The Salesman, in which a couple, both actors, move to Tehran only to become embroiled in a drama involving the previous tenant. As they play Death of a Salesman on stage, off stage the wife is assaulted and her husband seeks her attacker. The following day, Saturday, the cinema concludes the town’s Christmas Magic extravaganza, see Music, below, with Wonder Woman at 6pm. On Thursday 7th December the cinema is screening Young Marx with NT Live, starring Rory Kinnear and Oliver Chris – Europe’s most feared terrorist is hiding in Soho but, to Engels’ despair, he knows how to party. The season closes on Friday 8th December with the 2017 Oscar Best Film, Moonlight, in which a young boy who lives with his neglectful mother in a crimeridden part of Miami is guided by a drug dealer friend and his caring girlfriend, later confronting his sexuality. The spring season starts on Friday 5th January with the Swedish/Iranian comedy drama A Man Called Ove; think angry old man meets boisterous young family next door. On Friday 12th January a Victorian take on Lady Macbeth has a ruthless Florence Pugh embarking on a passionate affair with one of her husband’s estate workers. NT Live screenings start at 7pm, films at 7.30pm, with matinées at 2.30pm unless otherwise stated. For tickets book online at www.seafordcinema.org, buy from the tourist information office (TIC) in Church Street or on the door.

And from 2nd to 21st December Arts@theCrypt is hosting Buon Natale, the Sussex Arts Collective Christmas show where more than 35 members are exhibiting fine crafts and works of art. There will be musical interludes over both weekends.

Music and comedy

Christmas Magic in Seaford on Saturday 2nd December is having two sound stages set up by the council in Broad Street and High Street. Performers include various choirs: Archway, Over 60s, Seaford Community Youth and Seaford Choral Society, with other spots by the Pop Up Singers, Flute Gerry, Julie Terry, Harry Kirzynowski, Sam’s Elton John Tribute, Ded Effnic and Stix Drummers. The Pop Up Singers, with a lunchtime spot, and other acts can also be heard doing Christmas at St Leonards Church during the day. On the evening of Saturday 2nd December Seaford Social presents An Evening of Retro at Seaford Little Theatre, with music by Playing with Fire, tickets £8 to include buffet and pudding; bring your own wine. The Capriccio Ensemble are playing at St Leonards Church on Sunday December 3rd. Soprano Julia Gooding, cellist Sebastian Comberti and pianist Maggie Cole have a programme of songs and duos by Haydn, Schubert, Beethoven, Donizetti and Fauré. There’s jazz at The View at Seaford Head Golf Course on the afternoon of Sunday 3rd December, when singer and trumpeter Sue Richardson will be bringing her new show, Screen Sirens, to the Splash Point Jazz Club. More details on Facebook, where the monthly Friday comedy night should also be posted.

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A new year treat to look forward to: Seaford Musical Society is in panto mode with Sleeping Beauty, at the Barn Theatre from 19th to 21st January and 26th to 28th January, more on this next month. Please email Andrea Hargreaves at andrealhargreaves @btinternet.com with future events. Image: Moonlight can be seen on Friday 8th December.

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Giant Mackerel Landed on Seaford Jetty! Come and visit the jetty at Splash Point this winter and you will see Seaford’s remarkable Community Bench installation, The Shoal, which has now undergone its second installation phase, meandering further up the pier. A total of five giant Mackerel benches now glint in the sunshine, marking the completion of the second section of this amazing sculpture. These fantastical fish, swimming towards the sea, are linked together by a stream bench. Get close and you will see hundreds of stainless steel fish swimming on the stream; get closer still and each fish has a touching message of joy, celebration or remembrance. This extraordinary artwork represents a coming together of the Seaford community. Each fish plaque has been sponsored by individuals and organisations with a love of Seaford. Sponsors who include visitors from around the world, extending all the way to Australia! The project is entirely self-funded by the purchase of different sizes of fish plaques (Sprat, Sardine and Herring), the romantic Love Fish, hung like bunting around the jetty, and the ultimate Mackerel plaque which sits atop the Mackerel benches. Keith Blackburn, Director of Seaford Community Partnership, said, ‘I am delighted to see the second phase of The Shoal project reaching completion. This was a key project from the consultation carried out by the Community Partnership several years ago, helping to turn the terminal groyne into Seaford Pier. Without the drive of the Town Council this would not have been possible.’ Cllr Linda Wallraven, Mayor of Seaford, added, ‘The Shoal has been incredibly popular with local residents since Seaford Town Council took over from the Community Partnership, who did a great job of creating the Pier

Project. The personalised fish on the seat have sold very quickly with just over 100 now remaining for the final section. The quality of the sculpture is stunning thanks to the expert craftsmanship and inspiration of the local artists who have designed and made it – Christian Funnell and Gabby Tofts.’ There is still the opportunity to be part of The Shoal; any fish sponsored from now on will be placed on the third and final section of the bench to be added in April 2018. Do visit www.theshoalseaford.com for more information and an application form. Don’t delay as there is only room for just over 100 fish plaques in total. Seaford Town Council and the creative inspiration behind this wonderful object – Christian Funnell and Gabby Tofts – invite you to visit The Shoal and enjoy some of the most spectacular views in Sussex. With free seafront parking and cafés on the beach, why not make a day of it? Photos: The Shoal after the second installation phase.

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BATTLE OF TRAFALGAR REMEMBERED IN STYLE! The evening of Friday 20th October saw members and guests of the Seahaven Branch of The Royal Society of St George gathered at Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar. The Guest of Honour was Mrs Maureen Chowen, High Sheriff of East Sussex, who thanked the branch on behalf of the guests and praised the generosity of members in being able to make so many gifts to over 26 local worthwhile charities and projects since its formation in 2010, many of whom have received many such gifts. Chairman, Bob Peedle MBE, announced that the branch had now gained the distinction of being the largest provincial branch in England, second only to the Cities of Westminster and London. At the Royal Society’s AGM at the Tower of London on the previous Saturday, he was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by the Chairman RSSG, Joanna Cadman. Bob said, ‘To maintain this Centurion status, the branch needs to keep recruiting people who support England, Englishness and the English way of life, and wish to help commemorate our history, especially of those people of all walks of life who have contributed to England, the UK and the Commonwealth over the centuries’. There are over 100 branches of RSSG worldwide. After the dinner, the Immortal Memory was proposed by Lt Cdr Richard Stanton RN, who is Chairman of the Sussex Association of Naval Officers. He outlined the rise of Lord Nelson from boy sailor to Admiral, and how his revolutionary tactics enabled him to win this and other battles. Another highlight of the evening was the presentation of two VHF Radio sets to the Newhaven Station of the National Coastwatch Institution. The gift was given by branch President, Laurie Holland to David Crozier, the manager of the station. Members of NCI are all volunteers, who buy their own uniforms, pay their own expenses and have to raise funds for the upkeep of their watchtower, which is next to Newhaven Fort on the cliffs, in order to maintain their vital service to those on the sea and along the coast. It was a delight to see a Petty Officer and two sea cadets in uniform at the dinner. Petty Officer Chris

Taylor brought with him Cadet Chloe Russell and Cadet Jamie Logan, from the Newhaven Sea Cadet Unit. Supporting the event were the Mayor of Telscombe Cllr Joanna Wilkins, the Deputy Mayor of Newhaven Cllr Paul Boswell and the Vice Chair of Alfriston Parish Council, Jennifer Watkins. Seaford Town and Lewes District Council were represented by Mayor Cllr Linda Wallraven, who is also a branch and committee member. It is always a pleasure when branch member and MP for Lewes, Maria Caulfield is able to join in our events. The branch’s next events are a lunch at Deanlands near Golden Cross in November and a Christmas lunch at Willingdon Golf Club in December. Members hope to return to the View at Seaford for their New Year Lunch in January. The Royal Society of St George is an inclusive Society that welcomes members who support their aims. For more information go to www. royalsocietyofstgeorge.com or to contact the Seahaven Branch, email 514928@talktalk.net or telephone the Chairman on 01323 899985. The branch’s area of interest is the whole of the District of Lewes with surrounding towns and villages. Photos (top to bottom): Some of the VIPs who attended the Trafalgar Dinner. Standing behind smart young Sea Cadet Chloe Russell is Lt Cdr Richard Stanton RN, and Michael and Maureen Chowen, the High Sheriff for East Sussex; Branch President, Laurie Holland hands over the VHF radio sets to David Crozier, Manager of the Newhaven Station of the National Coastwatch Institution.

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Seaford Photographic Society October started off with the first round of the PDI League for Projected Digital Images, judged by Tony Bentley ARPS CPAGB. In the Standard Group two people scored the maximum 20/20; Trevor Jones with his shot of the Font Magica in Barcelona and new member Brian Carter’s atmospheric view of the Seven Sisters. The Advanced Group managed only one 20/20, Cathryn Mantovani’s colourful ‘Elements of Autumn’, which was taken on a rainy day in Scotland. Later in the month were the first two set-subject print competitions of the season, on the themes of ‘Black & White’ and ‘People Portraits’, and as usual the standard was very high. In the Black and White category Jack Taylor took first place with his award-winning image entitled ‘Fun in the Snow’. This had already won a gold medal at last year’s KCPA Annual Exhibition but it is the first time he had entered it in a club competition. Second Place went to Kevin Smoker’s ‘Shadow Dancer’ and Garry Bisshopp took third with ‘The Support’, taken at London’s Broadgate Plaza. Congratulations to Carol Adam who won both first and second prizes for her travel photography in the Portraits category. ‘Ashes and

Beads’, a beautiful image of an Indian holy man, was taken at last year’s Camel Fair in Pushkar, and the delightful monochrome study of two young sisters was in a remote village in Nepal. Well done again to new member Brian Carter for his very creative third place ‘Maltese Woman’. We were treated to two fascinating lectures during October, by Colleen Slater ARPS and Jo Teasdale FRPS, both of whom are based in Brighton and come from a fine art and teaching background, though their work is very different. Colleen Slater ARPS became a full-time photographer in 2006 and one of her specialities is photographing flowers submerged in water, where oxygen bubbles form a decorative effect on the petals. She displayed a panel of prints for us of these stunning close up images, and her art background was very evident in the wonderful shapes and colours. She also showed us some of her insect close-ups with lots of technical advice on camera settings and equipment, which was much appreciated by club members. She has undertaken many other projects, including macro photography on Brighton seafront between the piers, where urban city life contrasts with the natural world. Do have a look at her web site: www.colleenslaterphotography.co.uk. Jo Teasdale only discovered photography 5 years ago and is now totally passionate about it. She specialises in conceptual and street photography and has recently attained FRPS distinction. Part of the lecture was based on her FRPS panel of 20 photographs and how it came about. The images gained an additional poignancy as she told us a bit about what they mean to her personally. She also talked us through some of her photos of the traveller community in Ireland and her more conceptual work. See more at: www.joteasdalephotography.com. Photos (top): Shadow Dancer by Kevin Smoker; Ashes and Beads by Carol Adam; Misty Morning by Brian Carter; Font Magica by Trevor Jones; Fun in the Snow by Jack Taylor.

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SEAFORD HEAD PROBUS CLUB

War Hero Dies Aged 99

A distinguished member of Seaford Head Probus Club, Peter Gadsdon, has died only four-and-a-half months before his 100th birthday. Peter displayed outstanding heroism during the 1939-45 War, receiving the Military Cross and an MBE award. He was a member of Seaford Head Probus for about 20 years, during which time he served as club president. Peter displayed his bravery and devotion to duty while serving in the Far East in 1944. He took part in the battle of Kohima, a turning point in the Japanese offensive into India. The citation for the award of the MBE (Military Division) records that Major Gadsdon, throughout the Operation, ‘displayed considerable initiative, skill and drive while commanding his Company.’ Earlier he had been Quarter Master of his Battalion, when ‘the faith in his administrative arrangement’ and his inspiration ‘contributed greatly to the successes gained by the Battalion.’ Not only was he a good administrator – but also a man of action, as his Military Cross citation shows. Leading two platoons which were mopping up small enemy parties after a strong Japanese attack had been repulsed, one of his platoons came under heavy fire. Major Gadsdon dashed across open ground, swept by enemy machine guns, to bring in his reserve platoon and led his men in a spirited bayonet charge against at least 80 Japanese soldiers. The citation goes on to explain that, when the Japanese counter-attacked with about 40 men, ‘Major Gadsdon exercised complete control over his men who held their fire until the last moment, killing 35 of the enemy. During the whole action this Company killed 50 of the enemy entirely due to his determination and personal disregard for danger. ‘He was an inspiration to all ranks, and by his skill and

leadership completed his task with very few casualties to his own men.’

Carol Bowls Everyone Over

The Seaford Head Probus Club annual Skittles Day, held at the Royal Oak, Barcombe, was a lot of fun and a great success again. A buffet lunch was included in the outing. Four teams of seven took part and the winners were Team A with a score of 144. They had a one-point margin over Team C. The members of the winning team were Barbara Ding, Dot Arrow, Pam Granville, Rob Popple, Mike Staples, Mike Rogers and a substitute.

Carol Wheeler (28) was the highest scoring lady. The best men’s score was by Mike Rogers (24). In a final good-hearted confrontation the men beat the ladies by three points.

Home Security At the club’s regular monthly meeting in November the locksmith Greg Anderson gave a helpful talk on home security. The previous month Michael Staples, a member of our club, spoke about the National Trust. Michael is treasurer of the N T Seaford Association. This month the club holds its annual Christmas luncheon for members, their wives and friends at Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road, Blatchington. In our report in the October issue of Seaford Scene, we mistakenly referred to one of our speakers, the chairman of the Downs 60+ Club, as Bob Devonshire. Our apologies to Bob Derbyshire! The Seaford Head Probus Club is open to men with professional or business backgrounds who are retired or semi-retired. Contact the club secretary, Dennis Cockram, for membership enquiries: 01323 491332 or dcockram1@sky.com Photos (l-r): Peter Gadsdon; some of the skittlers enjoying a break for lunch.

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West Dean Weekend is the Magic of Christmastide Over the two days of 9th and 10th December, from 10am to 4pm, the Old Manorial Farm at West Dean will host an indoor market in two barns, with free parking and free entrance. Local producers of artisan foods with tastings, art, silverware and Christmas gifts are in the barns. In the walled orchard garden there’s a chance to dig your chosen Christmas Tree, which can then be planted out for another year. You can cut down your chosen tree or ask for it to be cut for you. The Shepherd’s Bothy is candle-lit with a log fire crackling and is fun for children’s Christmas wishes to be sent up the chimney to Santa. Tea and home-made cakes as well as bacon-filled baps and refreshments support All Saints Church. There is live music in the ox-yard supporting motor neurone disease charities and turned oak pieces made from the off-cuts of the Dovecote conservation support the scheduled Ancient Monument.

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CROSS WAY CHURCH STEYNE ROAD, SEAFORD Wednesday, 6th December 2017 At 7pm. Doors open 6.30pm In Aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice An evening to be enjoyed with the Wednesday Group. Christmas Carols, Coffee, Tea, Mince Pies and Stalls £3 including Coffee or Tea and Mince Pie. Notice: This issue of Seaford Scene has been distributed by an independent delivery company. Please note that Seaford Scene is not responsible for any other publicity material that is delivered at the same time as the magazine. If you have any issues regarding the delivery of Seaford Scene, please contact MA Distribution www.madistribution.co.uk

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Ylena Green went to Annecy School, Seaford, for one year, and then moved to Chyngton School, where she spent three years. She was a member of the Chyngton Youth Academy until she moved away from the area. Ylena needs to raise funds for life-saving surgery, and the Academy wants to help her achieve this. The Academy members feel a real connection to Ylena who said: ‘I’m hoping the operation will mean I can do some of the normal teenage things my friends can do.’ The Academy plans to hold two fundraising performances of ‘A Christmas Carol’ on 20th December 2017 at Seaford Head School. Always up for a challenge, the Academy will produce, rehearse and perform the show in the space of three days, starting on 18th December. Local children and young people, as well as present and former Academy members, will take part. Seaford Head School have kindly offered their facilities and technical staff free of charge, and St James’ Clubhouse has offered rehearsal rooms to support this fundraising. We are seeking local support to assist the Academy in fundraising for Ylena. You can help by: l providing prizes for the raffle we will run on performance day l sponsoring components of the performance e.g. fabric, programme printing, raffle ticket printing l buying advert space in the performance programme (£20 half page, £40 full page) l coming to see the show. Tickets: £6 adults, £4 children.

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Contact us on 07791 081935 to let us know how you can help: all support will be greatly valued by us and Ylena. Ylena’s parents, Letitia and Martin Green, said to us: ‘Ylena tries to put on a brave face, but the heartbreak of seeing your child in pain every day is very hard.’ Help us to make a real difference this Christmas by supporting the Academy with:

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And this year’s Christmas Concert will be no exception. On Saturday 16th December 2017 at 7pm, for your entertainment, we present a programme of close harmony singing performed by Alfriston-based Cuckmere Croakers, lavishly supported by a bagpipeplaying soprano and a well-known local trumpeter. Not all at the same time of course! Prepare to be serenaded, surprised, amused and musically pampered all for the amazingly tiny ticket price of £7.50. Tickets available from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, Church Street, Seaford, Tel: 01323 490001, from Jim Taylor Tel: 01323 490038 or from Churchwardens. Organised by and in aid of St Andrew’s Church, Bishopstone.

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Sussex Arts Collective 2017 Christmas Show

Arts@theCrypt, 23 Church St Saturday 2nd – Thursday 21st December 10.30am - 5pm (daily), 12 noon - 4pm (Sun), 10.30am - 7pm (Seaford Christmas Magic, Sat 2nd Dec) Having previously held eight Christmas Shows at The HOP gallery in Lewes, the award-winning Sussex Arts Collective brings their seasonal cheer to Seaford’s Arts@theCrypt for the first time this December. At their latest exhibition, ‘Buon Natale!’, you will be assured of finding affordable and distinctive festive gifts and indulgences of exceptional quality at this highly unique and atmospheric venue. Visitors will without a doubt find a multitude of highly desirable and affordable art and craft work that make

Can you keep silent? A special celebration with the emphasis on that rarity, silence and stillness, will be held at St Peter’s Church in Belgrave Road, Seaford, on Sunday 3rd December. It will have contemplative silences punctuated by Taizé chants giving everyone the chance to catch up with themselves, when the darkness of the night is dispelled by candlelit prayers. Taizé aims to include all kinds of people, with music and prayers which include chants emphasising simple phrases, usually lines from Psalms or other pieces of Scripture, repeated. This is a service open to everyone, all invited to come to this ancient church to experience something special, and calming, away from the clamour of everyday life. It starts at 6pm, and is St Peter’s way of marking Advent Sunday.

thoughtful and unique gifts for loved ones or for oneself. There will be a truly eclectic range of very high quality work from over 35 members, who design and make original work in wood, ceramics, glass, jewellery, fine art painting and printmaking, photography and textiles. Now in their eleventh year, the Sussex Arts Collective has become a much respected group of artists and crafts people who have won the Best Venue Award during Artwave twice. Their mix of traditional skills with a contemporary twist, which is presented in a show that blends craft fair with fine art gallery, makes their exhibitions unmissable. Arts@theCrypt is in sight of the most iconic views in Sussex just a short walk from the railway station along Church Street, the main coast road A259 and the stops for the frequent number 12 bus service from Brighton and Eastbourne. There is ample free onstreet car parking. ‘Buon Natale!’ is open during Seaford Magic, the town’s shopping event on Saturday 2nd December, and there will be interludes of festive music played by local musicians at the weekends. www.sussexartscollective.com www.thecryptgallery.com

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MARTELLO ROTARY

Proms Concert

Our 2017 concert took place on 14th October at Seaford Head School and for the first time, it was held in the afternoon. We are very pleased to say that it was a great success and everyone really enjoyed themselves! We were joined by Mark and Vera Brown, and the Deputy Lieutenant of East Sussex, Miles Jenner and his wife Sally. Seaford Silver Band provided the usual excellent musical content under the direction of their new conductor Paul Hyde, and for the first time we were pleased to welcome performers from Seaford Musical Theatre under the direction of Paula Woolven, who sang hit songs from musicals past and present. The concert ended with the usual rendition of old favourites Land of Hope and Glory, Rule Britannia, Sussex by the Sea and Jerusalem. The amount raised was approx. £1,500 which will be allocated to good causes, many of them local. Martello Rotary Club President John Windsor said: ‘Our Proms concert has always been a significant event in the Seaford social calendar, however, bringing the event forward to the afternoon has only enhanced its popularity. The unprecedented demand for the delicious home made cakes, biscuits, jams and scones baked by our members, a first this year, has only confirmed our decision to make these a regular feature. For all those that attended may I say a big Thank You for your support and I am sure you will agree with me that it was an extremely enjoyable afternoon.’

Triple Challenge for the British Heart Foundation

In June this year the club organised for the second year running The Triple Challenge, to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation. Despite rather gloomy and damp weather the event attracted good number of participants and we are very pleased to report that all the sponsorship money has been received, and at the end of October we invited representatives from BHF to come along to a club meeting to receive their cheque. Hannah Miller and Dianne Smith from BHF spoke about the research that they are doing; heart and circulatory disease is the UK’s biggest killer and they are dedicated to saving lives through pioneering research, patient care, campaigning for change and by providing vital information. Club President John Windsor presented them with a cheque for £1,000 and the club is already planning next year’s event; it will be on Sunday June 10th 2018, so put this in your diary now! Our thanks go to everyone who supported the event by participating, or as volunteers. We are very grateful for your help.

On Air with Seahaven FM

We were invited by Bob Peedle MBE from Seahaven FM to go along and take part in his weekly show called Community People. Somewhat nervously, club members Clive Rimell and John Windsor presented themselves at the chosen hour and did their best to put across some information about the activities of the club, and about Rotary in general. According to other club members who listened in, they did OK. We hope that some of you also tuned in and perhaps learnt something about Rotary that you didn’t know before!

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Christmas Tree Recycling – book now

Last year we raised over £600 for charitable causes doing this, so please help us to beat that figure this time – your support is really appreciated. Thank you.

For the third year running we are offering the residents of Seaford and Bishopstone the opportunity of recycling their Christmas tree and raising some very useful funds for charity.

The Martello Rotary Club meets on Monday evenings at Seaford Golf Club and welcomes new members. For more information email: rosdniw.1959@gmail.com or call 07733 268014.

We will be out on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th January 2018 to pick up your trees and take them to be recycled, so you won’t be having to struggle with getting them into your car to take to the tip and the inevitable needles that keep re-appearing for months afterwards! All we ask is for a minimum donation of £5. To book your collection, just email us at: rotarytrees@hotmail.com or call 07984 581784.

Photos: Soloist Lamiah Davey; young performers from Seaford Musical Theatre; President John Windsor presents representatives from BHF with their cheque; Clive Rimell and John Windsor at Seahaven FM with Bob Peedle.

Project leader Julian Newton-Turner said: ‘This year we are arranging with local tree retailers to attach a label to the trees before sale, which explains how you can book in for the recycling scheme. So if you buy a tree, watch out for this and either go online or give us a call and we will do the rest.’

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Seaford U3A News

https://u3asites.org.uk/seaford/home This is the last Seaford U3A article of 2017 – where has this year gone? We have got a lot happening this month, starting with our Tea Party at the Con Club on Monday 4th December, between 2pm and 4pm. We’re welcoming back Jill and John Hughes who will be telling us about their time volunteering in Africa. We thoroughly enjoyed their previous talk about Peru. Cost is £4, which includes the talk and refreshments afterwards. Please contact the organiser before 10am on the day of the talk on 01323 895598 to book your place, or to cancel your place if you have booked and are unable to come, because space is limited.

There is a trip to Hever Castle on 12th December. Although this trip is now fully booked, photos and a report will be in our February article, so do look out for it. More outings are planned for 2018 and details will appear as soon as information is available. Our bimonthly leaflets in the library and Tourist Information Centre should contain details, and do check our website which is updated each month. Our coffee morning takes place on Wednesday 20th December at the Con Club between 10am and 12 noon. This will have a festive flavour so do come along. Just £1 to have coffee, yummy things to eat and to meet up with other U3A members, and find out what’s going on. Prospective members are welcome to join us to find out who we are and what we do! There is no pub lunch in December, however they will be taking place again from January. Please phone the organiser on 01323 381282 and he will let you know the place, date and time to be there. The pub lunches have proved to be very popular as will be seen in the accompanying photos by one of the group, Michael Miller. We hope you can join in next year. There are two more Members’ Interest lectures as part of that series at the Downs on Thursdays 2pm - 4pm in December. The cost is £6 to cover both days. On 7th December, Penny Gell will be talking about Domestic Chickens and after the refreshment break, Ann Macleod will give a talk on an historical art topic. On 14th December Lindsay Harman will give a talk entitled ‘Pierre Bonnard, chasing rainbows’ and then following the refreshment break Denise Scott Fears will

give a talk entitled ‘My Grandmother – her life in letters’. January brings a new set of courses to the Downs, and there are usually plenty of places available. On Wednesday mornings from 3rd to 31st January, 11.15am – 1.15pm Beryl Williams will give a series of lectures on ‘Bolshevik Propaganda and the Failure of Utopia’. Cost is £6 for the set of 5 lectures. On Thursday afternoons from 4th January to 1st February, 2pm - 4pm, David Hitchin will be giving a series of lectures in a course entitled ‘What is and What is not’. Again the cost is £6 for the set of 5 lectures. Please contact the organiser of the Downs Courses on 01323 381282 for information on these and other courses. I now just have to wish you all very best wishes for the season and the New Year and look forward to letting you have more news and information from Seaford U3A in 2018. Photos: Members enjoying the monthly U3A pub lunch.

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I want to be the Mum that let’s them decorate the tree. The trouble is… I love my perfectly perfect pastel themed Christmas tree. With soft lighting – you know, the glowy yellowy kind. Carefully chosen tree trinkets hang at equidistant intervals, the pale pink is never next to a pale gold, is never next to a pale silver.You feel me? Yup, I’m basically Monica Geller come 1st December. This has become a problem since having the kiddliwinks. Because: I want to be the Mum that lets them decorate the tree. That Mum that endorses excessive use of tinsel in between the homemade Santa hat and snowman decs à la nursery school. But I love my pastel hue. I love clearing away the family photo frames on the top of the mantel piece and selecting which of my slightly overpriced, over-sized wreathey long foliagey things should take pride of place that year. I want to be the Mum who (as Sarah of Unmumsey famously put it) shouts: ‘The theme is Christmas!’ And it is. In the toy room, behind a nice big closed door. I have learnt that Christmas is allowed to throw up its sickeningly tacky, heart wrenching sentimentality in this room.

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SEAHAVEN FORCE going from strength to strength Since the launch in July, Seahaven Force Basketball Club has been busy helping young people to enjoy one of the most popular sports in the UK. Until now, this has been one of the only regions in Sussex without a basketball team. The newly formed squads have been working on their defence, offense and shooting at regular sessions in Seaford, Newhavenand Peacehaven. ‘The enthusiasm and commitment has been brilliant,’ says co-founder Matt Horner. ‘We have a core group who have been with us since the beginning, and new players joining each week. By next season we will have squads ready to compete in the Sussex League and we will be playing against teams from Eastbourne, Brighton, Hastings, Horsham and many more Sussex teams.’ Coach Matt and co-founder Coach Miguel Tello have both been impressed with the development of the players and the teamwork amongst players of different

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ages. Miguel is keen to develop this new club to rival teams in the area. ‘I have been coaching in Sussex for many years, and now I am living in Seaford, I am excited to build a successful club. We have many promising young players and they are improving all of the time.’ Full details can be found on the website www. seahavenforce.com and on the Facebook page (/SeahavenForce). As well as the regular open squad sessions and schools coaching, The Force runs basketball camps, with skills development, shooting contest and a mini tournament. The Mini Ballers session began in September, introducing children aged 6-11 to basketball and multi skills, helping girls and boys with sports confidence and inspiring team work. A new adults session for 18+ has also just started, on Thursday evenings at Seahaven Academy from 7.30pm - 9pm. Matt is keen to talk to any local businesses who would like to support the club with donations or sponsorship partnerships. ‘We will work hard to make sure all supporters get as much benefit as possible. We will include information and branding on our website, social media and in all communications. Sponsors will be visible on branding also, depending on the level of involvement.’ For more information you can contact any of the coaches or club manager Diana Horner. info@seahavenforce.com 07900 817868 www.seahavenforce.com Have fun, work hard, keep fit. Photo: Mini Ballers Group

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Seaford Musical Theatre (SMT) was delighted to welcome the Deputy Lieutenant of East Sussex, Mrs Juliet Smith JP, to a performance of ‘Annie’, the 90th Anniversary Performance for SMT at the Barn Theatre, Seaford, which ran from 29th September to 1st October. As well as meeting the cast and crew, Juliet presented Director, Tony Betts, with the ‘Barn Owl Award’, for members who go above and beyond the call of duty in helping to provide affordable quality local entertainment. Tony is only the third recipient of the award, which recognises his involvement and hard work in renovating the theatre, replacing equipment, directing shows, chairing the committee and re-introducing ‘named’ shows, starting with ‘Anything Goes’ in 2015. The cast is now rehearsing ‘Sleeping Beauty’, its annual pantomime, with shows between 19th and 28th January 2018. Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketsource. co.uk/thebarntheatre or from the Tourist Information Centre, Church Street, Seaford during office hours. Photo: Juliet Smith DL with ‘Annie’ (Evie Heal).

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Carolyn Bradley, Seaford resident and ex-supply primary school teacher at Seaford Primary School, has produced her second book, Death on the Yacht. Carolyn told us that readers of her first book had asked if the second novel could be ready in time for Christmas.

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Her first novel, The Ski Lodge, won many complimentary reviews and a copy of this is now in our own Seaford Library. This follow-up promises to offer the same enjoyment as her previous book. The story is filled with colourful characters and sinister motives, and keeps you guessing right until the end. Carolyn has lived in Seaford since 2010 though she had a brief spell living in West Sussex. She has now joined

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Join us at The Galley for a Sunday Lunch from Nov-March. What better way to spend a Sunday Lunchtime relaxing with a delicious roast and a glass of wine, while enjoying the best view in Seaford.

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Twinners Steam into the Sunset

Seaford’s Twinning Association has held its farewell event on the Spa Valley Railway. 33 members marked the end of a 40-year journey with a splendid 3-course Sunday Lunch. On a sunny day with autumn colours evident in the trees the group travelled to and from Seaford by coach. They dined on an excellent meal whilst making two return rail trips between Eridge and Tunbridge Wells. The train was drawn alternately by steam and diesel locomotives. Speeches of thanks had been made at the earlier AGM, but two certificates of thanks were presented. For 21 years as Secretary and a total of 29 on the Committee, Audrey Hanagahan received a framed certificate. Peter White had previously received a certificate for 40 years of Town Crying and other support work on the links between East Sussex and Kreis Pinneberg in Schleswig Holstein. The 2 counties have links going back to the 1950s, which resulted eventually in a county-to-county twinning. The thanks came from Pinneberg Kreis President Burkhard Tiemann, a long-time friend of Seaford. The German conversation group, the Plauschgruppe, will continue although the Twinning Association itself has ceased running. Its next meeting is at 7.15pm on 6th December at the White Lion. It will be preceded at 6.45pm by a brief formal meeting of STA to finally wind up its Committee. The Twinning Charter with Bönningstedt remains in force, awaiting a Prince Charming to bring it back to life. Peter White, retiring Chairman Photos: The diners enjoying their trip; Peter White presenting Audrey Hanaghan with her certificate.

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CONCENTUS SINGS CHRISTMAS Concentus returned to rehearsals in early September enthused with the thought of new music to learn and polish to concert perfection for their ‘Concentus Sings Christmas’ performances, which take place at St. Leonard’s Church, Seaford on 9th December, and at St Saviour’s Church, Eastbourne on 16th December, both starting at 4pm. Musical Director Adrian White has devised an interesting and emotive programme, eminently suited to the ‘season of peace and goodwill’, with some pieces which are familiar favourites, and others which are new to the choir and perhaps to you. John Ross has very kindly agreed to return here from his new home to accompany the Concentus concerts, being joined in Eastbourne by Colin Hughes on keyboard. There is music for many tastes in this concert. Amongst other pieces Concentus will sing: ‘The Ground’ (Ola Gjeilo) based on his ‘Sunrise Mass’ (2008) described as being ‘a warm rich sound, starting softly and tenderly, growing gently to peak, reaching a kind of peace and grounded strength’; Mendelssohn is featured with two well-known pieces from ‘Elijah’ (1846) – ‘Be not afraid saith God the Lord’ and ‘And then shall your light’. There will be a joyfully tumultuous high-speed ride with ‘Jingle Bells’ (J L Pierpoint 1822 -1893), considered rather ‘racy’ when it was written and certainly not for children! It was the first song broadcast from space in December 1965 as a Christmas prank by the Gemini 6 astronauts; David Fanshawe’s 1972 ‘The Lord’s Prayer’ from his acclaimed ‘African Sanctus’ has been described as ‘rich’ ‘evocative’ and ‘pure simplicity’ drawing inspiration from the Latin Mass and traditional African Music; and everybody’s feet will be tapping (or you might be moved to dance!) to Concentus’s delivery of ‘When the Saints Go Marching In’ (traditional) which was brought to international popularity with Louis Armstrong’s 1939 version. There will be many more songs in the programme which will stir memories and feelings and you will hear groups and soloists, all drawn from within this talented choir. There will be Concentus’ traditional retiring collection for the JPK Project, which supports local people with learning difficulties. Two lucky people will

attend the Concert for FREE, having won their tickets by just filling in the short exit questionnaire at the Summer Concert. Will they be you next time? So, put the date in your diary, buy your tickets and treat yourselves to this splendid Concentus concert, where you will experience a wonderful afternoon of professionally performed music which will leave you with a tingle of energy as you take home some of the joyful and often forgotten magic of the festive season. Concentus will be singing at Seaford’s Christmas Magic on 2nd December (12 noon-1pm, at the Arndale Centre on 12th December (1.30pm-3pm) and will be carol singing around the Old Town, Eastbourne on the evening of 18th December – with Santa and his sleigh! Looking a little farther ahead, Concentus is launching a competition for composers of any age to submit a new piece of up to 4 minutes to be performed by Concentus in their Summer 2018 Concerts. Submissions should be scored for a mixed SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) choir and may be a cappella or piano accompanied. There is a prize of £100, the winner being announced on the Concentus website on 19th March 2018. Closing date for submissions is 28th February. So get your creative juices flowing and get your piece to Concentus in plenty of time. Rules and other information can be viewed on the Concentus website (below).

Details for Concentus Sings Christmas Saturday 9th December: 4pm-6.30pm, St Leonard’s Church, Church Street, Seaford BN25 1HH. Tickets: £10, under 16s £5, available from: Box Office, tel: 01323 643358; Newberry Tully Estate Agents, 53 Church Street, Seaford; www.concentus. TICKETSOURCE.co.uk; or on the door. Saturday 16th December: 4pm-6.30pm, St Saviour’s Church, South Street, Eastbourne BN21 4UT. Tickets: £10, under 16s £5, available from: Box Office, tel: 01323 643358; Semantics, 33 Grove Road, Eastbourne; Eastbourne Tourist Information Office; www. concentus.TICKETSOURCE.co.uk; or on the door.

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Seaford Choral Society

Such are the demands of deadlines that when this edition of Seaford Scene arrives in Seaford households, both our Autumn Concert and Seaford Christmas Magic will have taken place. It will be in the January edition that reaction and comments will be published and the choir and Musical Director are all working very hard to ensure that such comments are favourable, that members of the public feel enthused to look forward to our programme for 2018, details of which are being finalised. So for now:

Come and Join Us!

An open evening will be held on Monday 29th January 2018. If you can sing in tune and would like to discover the pleasure of ‘a good sing’, the great satisfaction of combining your voice with those of other members to produce something delightful to hear, then please come and join us on a trial basis at St Luke’s Church, Walmer Road, 7.15pm.The ability to read music is not essential.Do come and try us out! You will be most welcome and the tea and biscuits are good too!

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Give yourself the gift of Joy this Christmas

By Judy Renihan

Every December I see people getting more and more stressed about Christmas, and each year the build-up seems to start earlier and earlier. As I see it, the cause of most of this stress is about Christmas shopping; who’s buying what for who and how is all this extra spending going to be financed? Buried amongst all this ‘stuff ’ is the real meaning of Christmas. A time of peace and joy. Joy isn’t for sale on Amazon or the Argos catalogue, joy can be found much nearer home. Joy is defined as a feeling of great happiness. Give yourself a brilliant Christmas present; make a contract with YOURSELF that you will do something joyful every day. The best thing about this Christmas present is that all your friends and family will benefit, and because joy is contagious it will continue to spread. Joy is the gift that keeps giving. Here are some joy promoting ideas:

all need to be mentally stimulated and by doing this in a positive way we stop ourselves from anxiety and worry (another type of stimulus). Those of you who watch ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ will be familiar with the euphoria celebrities feel when they conquer a new dance and improve this new physical activity. This wonderful sense of achievement brings such joy. How wonderful would we feel if we all fox-trotted down Broad Street?

Be Silly

Do something that you loved doing as a child. Christmas is a great excuse to play silly games, but don’t stop at Christmas, keep playing games throughout the year. Toboggan in the snow, splash in puddles… Friends of mine once held Silly Olympics in their garden. We all joined in with sack, egg and spoon and wheelbarrow races. It was a truly joyous day. Be silly, remember silly games are for life, not just for Christmas.

Be Grateful

It is so easy to look at all the things we don’t have, especially at Christmas. Look at all the wonderful and joyous things you have in your life. The way we see the world is what we attract, so, if you’re glass is half empty then your life will always feel as though it’s lacking something. By being more positive your world will become a more joyous place. As a starting place, look at nature, notice how beautiful our changing seasons are, look at the colours and smells, drink it in; it brings joy to the soul.

Accept Yourself Helping Others

I know this may sound clichéd, but helping someone out gives joy in several ways. Turning a frown into a smile will make you smile. Being useful gives us a sense of purpose and a feeling of being needed. Being kind and helping neighbours promotes a better sense of community, looking out for someone who is on their own this Christmas will dilute their loneliness and give you the warm fuzzy feeling of doing something good.

Stimulate Your Mind

Learn something new, set yourself new goals, learn to dance, sing, play football… the options are endless. We

Being OK with yourself is the key to happiness. You may have things that you want to improve, but you are OK as you are and striving for perfection that doesn’t really exist will only torment you and block joy coming into your life. Let go of mistakes you have made in the past and allow yourself to be happy. Allow yourself to be you. By letting joy into your life, you will have better relationships with other people, but most importantly, you will have healthier and happier relationship with yourself, which is not only joyful but peaceful.

Wishing you all joy and peace this Christmas.

Judy Renihan is a senior counselling practitioner at ‘The House’. 01323 895594 info@thehouse-therapy.co.uk

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ecause of our talking therapies, many families are going to enjoy a more peaceful Christmas and can look forward to a happier new year. Thank you again Seaford for your ongoing support.

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Is 2018 the year that you take control of your Pelvic Floor, return to jumping/ running/sneezing with confidence? Is 2018 the year that you finally address that nagging low back pain or get a better stronger core and tummy after your babies? If YES, then read on! Enjoy 6 wonderful weeks of movement, nutritional guidance and education regarding your Pelvic Floor, Core and women’s fitness/wellness at whatever life phase you’re in on this unique Holistic Core Restore® ‘Everywoman‘ programme. The programme is adaptable for virtually all women and is designed to ‘bring you back home’ to your amazing body with your Pelvic and Core Health at the centre of our focus.

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In short, those ‘squeeze and lift’ exercises also known as Kegels simply aren’t the whole story. Your Pelvic Floor and Core muscles don’t exist in isolation and separate to the movements of your whole body and your breath. And so for your Pelvic Floor and your entire Core to work as it was designed to, we need to re-introduce it to the rest of your body and get it to do its job in time with your breath and movement.

What are the next steps once you have signed up? When you’re sure you want to join the programme you’ll be asked to complete our online HCR® Pre-Screening to ensure that this safe and ‘conservative’ exercise-based programme is right for you. You’ll then connect with your Coach, Denise to discuss the Pre-Screening and go through a few simple tests for your Core Function with a 1:1 screening/meeting.

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CHESTER MARATHON

by Simon Fletcher

The Chester Marathon on 8th October was my big target race for 2017, having qualified for the England Age Group Marathon competition almost exactly a year ago in York. All entrants voted to decide at which race the event would take place and Chester was chosen, where we were racing against a Celtic Nations team. It also turned out to be the BMAF championship venue so there were lots of us ‘oldies’ in the race! One bonus of a good qualification time was use of the ‘elite’ facilities and a free parking space – but when I arrived the parking was limited as the overnight rain had made the grass area waterlogged. However, there was lots of other parking nearby and so it was not an issue. Although I was spoilt with the ‘elite’ facilities the race village was really well organised and had a friendly vibe. The Marathon and Metric Marathon races had a combined entry of just under 4,000, so the race village was not too congested and combined a big race feel with that of a local race. Both the start and finish of the race were actually on the racecourse within the race village area and it was easy to get out to do a warm up run. With ten minutes to go we were led to the start pen and at 9am the race finally got underway. I had checked out the race route and profile online. The course was undulating with some climbs, the most prominent hills being in the first mile and again at mile 25, which was confirmed chatting to other runners waiting at the start. The route passes through Chester City Centre heading out into the countryside, along rural lanes crossing into Wales and eventually back into England over an ancient Roman bridge. On re-entering the City, the race follows along the River Dee and finally back onto the racecourse for the finish. One thing I like about marathon racing is that for much of the race you can socialise with other runners. At Chester I managed to run the whole race with a Brighton & Hove runner who I knew by sight but had never spoken to previously. We managed to tag along with a small group for much of the way and this helped maintain a consistent pace.

So, for the race. I just about managed to hold back in the early miles, which is especially important in a marathon – especially so at Chester in the first uphill part or there would be payback later on! I felt OK at halfway but, as, expected I was definitely starting to feel tired around mile 19. Marathon running is really all about the last 6 or so miles, so hopefully all the specific training would start to pay off. Anyhow, time to dig in! In fact, I actually started to feel more energetic with 4 miles to go but then began to feel intermittent cramp in both legs – potential for complete disaster! Fortunately, I didn’t have to stop as the muscles were not locking up completely, just extremely painful and I couldn’t push on quite as fast as I had hoped. Not sure what any running coach would have made of my style as I used the ‘turkey trot’ technique for the last few miles. Mile 25 included the last tough climb, but I actually felt better on that than the final downhill stretch and along the river, due to the cramp problems. With the finish in sight, the route planner kindly introduced us to the start of the cross-country season – the last 400m on waterlogged, slippery grass round the racecourse track! As with all marathons, I was pleased to make the finish line in one piece, especially with the leg issues. I was really pleased with my time, which was only 10 seconds slower than the London Marathon from earlier in the year, but given the course was definitely worth a couple fewer minutes, it definitely felt like a PB. With a time of 2:42:50, I managed to win my age group and the England Age Group Marathon V50 category. That made the long trip back to the south coast just a bit more pleasant. I would definitely recommend Chester as a great race Photo: Simon (left) running through Chester.

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SCHOOL’S HARVEST

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The Archway, Seaford Saturdays 9.30am & Wednesdays 7.30pm The Anahata Health Clinic, Brighton Wednesdays 10.45am The Rendezvous, Peacehaven Fridays 1.30pm For details of other classes, please see our website Ask me about 1-to-1 tuition and small private groups

Members of a Seaford school’s gardening club are enjoying the autumn fruits of their labours. In April, the children from Annecy Primary planted pumpkin seeds kindly donated by Paradise Park garden centre. Watching and waiting as the months went by, the green-fingered youngsters at the Catholic Primary tended their plants and, in October, harvested their pumpkins, just in time for the Sutton Avenue school’s Halloween party. Satyam Claremont Rd ad 2:Layout 1 harvest. 5/5/15 Photo: Children from Annecy Primary with their

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7 THINGS NOT TO SAY TO SOMEBODY WITH DEMENTIA With the holiday season approaching, many of us will have more time to spend with our friends and relatives. Unfortunately, for some, their family members may be suffering from dementia. It can be difficult to communicate with someone with dementia at the best of times and can be trying for even the most understanding and loving person. To help families with this, Nial Joyce, who has been working in dementia care for 18 years and runs leading dementia care centre Clifden House in Seaford, shares some tips on how to communicate more effectively with somebody with dementia. Nial said: “I hope my tips will bring some comfort to those who are visiting relatives with dementia and give them some insight on how to interact. There is no right or wrong way to engage with somebody with dementia and these are only suggestions from my personal experience.”

1) ‘Remember when…?’

Reminiscing about old times can be a hard subject for somebody with dementia so sentence starters such as ‘do you remember when..’ can be frustrating for them. Instead you can start talking about a memory you have and then they can add something if they feel they can, thereby creating a natural and satisfying ‘in’ to a real reminiscence.

2) ‘I’ve just told you that’

Repetition will happen and it can be frustrating, but it’s important to be patient and make sure the individual feels listened to. This is not a conversation to be ‘won’, but a journey to trigger a working and real communication in difficult circumstances.

3) ‘Your sister died 10 years ago’

A person with dementia may forget about a past bereavement and reminding them may cause them to relive the grief. It may be better to come up with another reason for their absence. There is much debate about retriggering moments of grief and loss, and finding ways to reduce anxiety whilst maintaining a truthful relationship is a fine art, but constantly reliving an emotional cul-de-sac of loss could perhaps be replaced with a chat about positive memories of the individual and good times recalled.

4) ‘What did you do this morning?’

It can be stressful for somebody with dementia to answer an open-ended question, so it is better to stay in the present. So even asking them if they would like a drink is too broad, be more specific like ‘do you want a glass of water’.

5) ‘Do you recognise me?’

If they don’t this can make them feel guilty or and if they do they may be offended. It’s better to judge the situation at the time so keep it friendly and go from there.

‘Let’s have a cup of tea now, then after that we can go for a nice walk and get lunch in that café you like in town.’

Long sentences like this can be difficult to grasp. It can be hard for individuals with dementia to process many ideas at once, so give instructions one at a time and use short simple sentences.

7) ‘Do you need help with that, dear?’

Words like dear can be patronising for people living with dementia. Use their name as often as appropriate as this aids concentration. Don’t lose touch of the humour and banter that may have made up their conversation in the past.

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Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year from all of us at Sussex Elderly Care Do you love living at home and want to remain independent? We at Sussex Elderly Care can help you achieve this. We are your local home care provider; providing a service similar to what friends and family provide whether at home, in hospital or in a residential home. Alternatively, you may be caring for someone or simply need a helping hand, we will tailor a service to your requirements. We provide an adaptable, responsive service, so please give us a call, and we will do our best to help you. We offer a free consultation with no obligation. Phone us now at 01323 301338. If you would like to join our team of caring staff than give us a call on 01323 301338 Our aim is to help the elderly in the community and our service also extends to Residential and Nursing Homes where we provide a support service to Managers and Care Home Providers. Community Interest Email: info@sussexelderlycare.com www.sussexelderlycare.com Companies Sussex Elderly Care Ltd: 9 Sutton Road, Seaford BN25 1RU Registered in England No: 8603192 Registered office: 50 Chichester Road, Seaford, BN25 2DL

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ROTARY CLUB OF SEAFORD

Santa Sleigh Routes December 2017:

Father Christmas and his elves will be visiting different areas of Seaford during the evenings in December starting from 1st December. They look forward to seeing you on their journeys around the streets of Seaford. The Christmas Sleigh 2017 will be on the following routes between 5.45pm and 8.30pm: Friday 1st: Surrey Road, Kingsway, Beacon Road, Tudor Close, Beacon Drive, Victor Close, Carlton Road, Kings Ride, Westdown Road Monday 4th: Hill Rise, Princess Drive, Dukes Close, Churchill Road, Katherine Way, Clementine Avenue, Royal Drive, Duchess Drive, Crown Hill Tuesday 5th: Kingsmead, Bowden Rise, Firle Close, Bottom of Firle Road, St Peter’s Road, Upper Belgrave Road, Homefield Road Wednesday 6th: Bishopstone, Rookery Way, Marine Drive, St Andrew’s Drive Thursday 7th: Sherwood Road, Vale Road, Vale Close, Kammond Avenue, Seafield Close, Old Nursery Close, Landsdown Road, Alfriston Park Friday 8th: North Way, The Ridings, Lucinda Way, Lower Drive, Belgrave Crescent Saturday 9th: St Crispians, Upper Sherwood Road, Lexden Road, Quarry Lane, Valley Drive, Normansal Park Avenue, Seagrove Way, Chalvington Close Monday 11th: Ash Drive, Stirling Avenue, Chyngton Gardens, Farm Close, Chesterton Drive, Manor Road North Tuesday 12th: Hazeldene, Manor Road South, Micklefield Way, Kingston Estate, Cuckmere Road, Fairways Estate, Wednesday 13th: Rother Road, Links Road, Arundel Road, Cuckmere Road (unmade section), Lullington Close, Chyngton Road, Chyngton Way, South Way Thursday 14th: Wilkinson Way, Kedale Road, Grosvenor Road, Salisbury Road, Chichester Road, Grove Road, Stafford Road Friday 15th: Hawth Park Road, Tide Mills Way, Buckle Drive, Claremont Road, Kimberley Road, Albany Road, Connaught Road, Edinburgh Road

Monday 18th: Sutton Drove, The Byeways, Hindover Road, Alfriston Road, Harison Road, Sandore Road, Bromley Road, Etherton Way, Richington Way Tuesday 19th: Steyne Road, St John’s Road, The Causeway, Bramber Road, Cricketfield Road, The Covers, Corsica Road, Fitzgerald Avenue, Sunningdale Close Wednesday 20th: Highlands Road, Southdown Road, Hartfield Road, Aquila Park, Arundel Road, Sutton Avenue, Headland Avenue, Downsview Road, Heathfield Road Thursday 21st: Lexden Drive, Barn Rise, Queensway, Maple Fields, Barn Close, Coxwell Close, Raymond Close Friday 22nd: Walmer Road, Chyngton Avenue, Saltwood Road, Hythe Crescent, Hillside Avenue, Hastings Avenue On Saturdays in December, Father Christmas and his elves will also be in Broad Street between 10am - 1pm. The list of routes to be covered each night is correct but the sequence may differ. More detailed information on the routes can be found on the Club website www.seafordrotary.org.uk.

Seaford Rotary Club wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year

Last 2017 Boot, Craft and Produce Fair

The last Boot, Craft and Produce Fair of 2017 took place on 15th October, and thanks to Hurricane Ophelia the day was blessed with mild and occasionally sunny weather, albeit breezy. The consequence was a fair with the second highest number of vendors – 57 – this year, in addition to the Rotary stall, refreshment van and ice cream seller who all carried out a brisk trade. As usual for the last fair of the year, there were various Christmas themed gifts available, several stalls selling Christmas cards as well as the odd Christmas tree. The result, including Rotary stall sales, vendor donations and generous public contributions in our donation

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buckets, was a net income of over £600 (our second highest of the year). This fair, in conjunction with the other six fairs in 2017, has raised nearly £3,900, which will be put to good use for worthy causes; a figure only exceeded in 2015 when over £4,100 was raised. Seaford Rotary Club would like to thank the stall holders and members of the public for your continuing support to help make these fairs a success. The first Boot, Craft and Produce Fair of 2018 will take place at West Martello Field on 15th April 2018. Rotary Club of Seaford looks forward to seeing you there.

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The draw for the Grand Charity Raffle took place on 17th October at Morrisons, Dane Road, when the winning tickets were drawn by Megan Kirwan, People Manager of Morrisons. The sales of tickets in stores was slightly different this year from previous years. Seaford Rotary Club was only able to sell tickets on a Friday and Saturday at Morrisons compared to the five days in previous years. We were glad however to have the opportunity to sell tickets at the Lidl Newhaven store on four days, Monday to Thursday, immediately before the two days at Morrisons. In the six days a total of 1,604 tickets were sold at both stores, whereas last year 1,498 tickets were bought. Following a slow start, the selling of raffle tickets in stores finished on a high with 370 tickets being sold on Saturday 7th October. Seaford Rotary Club is grateful for the support of the Newhaven Rotary Club in manning the tickets sales at Lidl Newhaven. A total of 923 tickets were purchased at the Newhaven store. Presentation of the prizes to the holders of the winning tickets was made by Morrison’s Store Manager Rob Knight on 24th October. The £500 first prize was presented to a delighted Mrs T. Manthorpe who had bought one ticket on the Friday

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Accessible Swing

The Rotary Club of Seaford has a strong commitment to support the youth of the town, which we do in several ways. From running youth competitions to encourage youngsters to improve their talents, to helping with reading and maths at local schools, and giving support to the Rotary Youth Leadership Award scheme and the Safety in Action week. So, when the Club was approached about the lack of an accessible swing at the Salts Recreation Ground for children with learning and physical disabilities we immediately said that we would help. With the help of Seaford Town Council, the swing was purchased and installed amongst the children’s swings adjacent to the café. We hope that this will enhance the lives of the young people who use such a facility.

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Food for Thought We recently became aware of the fantastic work a local charity, Seahaven Storehouse, does within the community. The Storehouse is a foodbank based at Seaford Community Church in 115-117 Vale Road and supports individuals, couples and families across Seaford, Newhaven and Peacehaven. It’s run solely by volunteers, and Andrew visited them last month to learn about what they did and how we could help them. The charity’s volunteers collect and prepare food donations, and make them into parcels to be distributed to people who find themselves in a crisis situation. Following Andrew’s visit, we are now offering a collection point for donations in the run up to Christmas. We’ll deliver any donations left with us to the Storehouse. Items that are particularly needed with the Festive Season in mind include: Tinned ham, tinned salmon, biscuits, chocolates, custard, fruit, chutney, pickles, jams, stuffing mix, gravy granules, Christmas logs and cakes. Apparently, Christmas puddings and mince pies are not needed due to the influx of these to the Storehouse around Christmas time. It’s a truly inspiring charity and its founder Dawn Woodgate told us more about it: ‘We have provided food parcels for people in crisis across Seaford, Newhaven and Peacehaven for the past four years, but demand has grown recently.

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Seaford Socialite and Spy led Double Life Sounds exciting? It’s all in Kevin Gordon’s latest book Secret Seaford. So are the links Churchill, Wellington, and Audrey Hepburn had with the town. There are ordinary people too, such as a much-decorated coastguard, local blacksmiths and firemen, a cinema pageboy, an engine driver, and the ATS anti-aircraft spotters from Westdown Road. And pioneers like a worldaltitude-record-holder, and the Seaford GP who was the first British doctor involved in the Great War. Not forgetting quirky and historic buildings and other weird structures, one designed to set the sea alight. And wildlife, trees and scenery. All of it based on accurate but sometimes incredible history. In 100 pages it takes you on a fantastic and revealing walk across the town, stopping at all the things you may not have not noticed before.

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A seafront telescope has arrived in Seaford, situated near Frankie’s Kiosk, near The Salts. The Triton telescope has been gifted to the town by Rampion Offshore Wind Limited, and came about through Sylvia Dunn, a local resident. She said, ‘I came across the idea on a visit with my husband to the Newhaven telescope, which was very inaccessible unless you are reasonably fit. I then wrote to Rampion to make a case for Seaford’. The telescope will provide views from Newhaven to Seaford Head, and across to the wind farm development. The telescope is free and available for use by all, and benefits from a child stand. Chris Tomlinson, Rampion’s Development and Stakeholder Manager, said ‘There has been a high level of interest in the wind farm from local people and we hope the new telescope at Seaford will further encourage their curiosity, both during the current construction period and in the longer term.’ There are 116 turbines sitting 20 meters above sea level, and will supply the equivalent of up to 290,000 homes’ energy each year for the lifetime of the project, which also generated 65 permanent jobs in the local area. Make sure you take the opportunity to visit the telescope and enjoy the views it has to offer. Photo: Sylvia Dunn with Seaford’s new telescope; wind farm photo c/o Seaford Town Council. Please recycle this magazine when you have finished with it.

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As December gets underway Christmas decorations come to mind and how to be creative to give that festive feel – a wreath is one example to hang on the front door. The word wreath is derived from an English word meaning to twist. One theory as to the history of the wreath dates back to Greece and Rome when people of the Greco-Roman society would assemble a mixture of flowers, leaves, twigs, berries and fruits together to make a ring. The circular shape symbolises eternity as it has no beginning or end, the evergreens used represent growth and everlasting life. Christmas gives the time to reflect and contemplate our own circle of life during 2017, the garden being a part of that circle, even in December there is some work to do. Look around your garden, maybe there are leaves, twigs and berries to create a wreath to hang on your door – a reminder of the year now passing and the new year to come.

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MEMBERS’ NOTICE BOARD There are no society events in December except the outing to Winchester Christmas Market on the 2nd for those who have booked a place. The schedule for 2018 will be delivered to members around the new year. Membership of the society can be paid online via the website – seafordhorti.com – using the online store. For your diary the first social evening for 2018 will be held on Thursday 25th January.

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It was all that nice Monty Don’s fault. If he hadn’t devoted a section of the last Gardeners’ World of this year to the immoderate growth habit of flag iris our James and Natasha might very well not have been spending a beautiful early November morning dressed in waders and thigh deep in our wildlife pond at the Crouch doing battle with this galumphing yellowflowered water lover. The day after Halloween, there they were equipped with fearsome saws as they cut, tugged and pulled their way through the jungle, finally to reveal a large clear patch of water. And next week’s job? Following up by attacking the waterlilies which are similarly healthily aggressive and badly need thinning out. Elsewhere, like witches around a cauldron, an excited group of volunteers was pondering what a tiny fungus growing on a pot was. Eye of newt or toe of frog? No, Katie found out it was actually not that unusual, being Common Bird’s Nest (Crucibulum laeve) which normally grows in groups on dead wood and mature wood chip mulch. Still, it looked very pretty and suggestive of late autumn and all those tidying up jobs to do before Christmas. Look, even Gardeners’ World has a winter break, which is more than we do, being open every Wednesday unless Christmas happens to fall on that day – not this year – in which case the gates will be firmly shut! With the polytunnel converted from tomato, pepper and chilli nursery to a haven for tender plants and a warm spot for nurturing vegetable, herb and flower

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Mike Roper, President of the Rotary Club of Seaford

Mike has lived in Seaford since 2002 and has been a Rotarian for the past five years. He retired as the IT Director from the Civil Aviation Authority in 2010 and currently helps his wife run her HR Consultancy business. He was educated at Hedingham Secondary School and Braintree College of Further Education. Mike is married to Michele and has two children, Mark and Louise, and six grandchildren. What does your job/role involve? Ensuring our Rotary Club serves our community and has fun along the way. Are you a member of any clubs/organizations? Yes, I love nature and the outdoors, and I am a member of the RSPB, Angling Trust and the Sussex Wildlife Trust. What are your hobbies and interests? I love watching (and occasionally photographing) wildlife, especially birds, and I travel all over the UK to do this. I am also a very keen angler, which restores my calmness and gets me away from it all! What do you like best about Seaford? The location is superb, and we never tire of simply walking along the beach. I find the people here are very special, friendly and always willing to stop and talk. What is your favourite piece of music? Suite: Judy Blue Eyes by Crosby, Stills and Nash. What is your favourite film? Dirty Rotten Scoundrels starring Michael Caine, Steve Martin and Glenne Headly. I love anything that makes me laugh, and this film does that. What book are you reading at the moment? Waging Heavy Peace, the autobiography of Neil Young. What is your idea of perfect happiness? Getting together with our families makes me very happy, and entertaining the six grandchildren is very special. I have a very large family and it is not often we can all be together at the same time. However, once a year we make sure that we are. What has been your most embarrassing moment? Turning up for my first day at senior school to find out that not only had my mother sent me to the wrong

school but that I was the only boy still in short trousers. Where is your favourite place to go in and around Seaford and why? I love to visit Cuckmere Haven and Friston Forest, especially in winter when it is much quieter and the wildlife easier to see and watch. Which living person do you most admire? David Attenborough – I would have loved to experience what he has seen and admire how he has educated so many on the beauty and problems with our planet. What makes you sad? Selfishness and violence. I am a great believer that we should all try our utmost to ‘do unto others as you would have them do unto you’. What words or phrases do you most overuse? ‘Leave it with me’ and ‘Oh, why don’t you choose?’. How do you relax? Listening to music, fishing, walking and holidays with my wife visiting as much of the world as we can. Our last big adventure was New Zealand. What is the most important lesson life has taught you? Always give people at least one chance to do the right thing. What is the first line of your favourite poem? I love the words of Bob Dylan. He always seems to capture my attention within the first few lines of his songs, for example ‘Oh my name it is nothin’, My age it means less’. What is your favourite journey? Riding a Harley Davidson to Daytona Beach in Florida. How would you spend a million pounds? I would ensure my wife, son, daughter and their children were spoilt rotten! What is your most memorable learning experience? Never judge a book by its cover, there have been times when my assumptions of people have been completely wrong. What is your greatest extravagance? I would have a car for every day of the week if I could. What is your greatest fear? Heights, I cannot walk on glass floors where I can see the ground far below. What is your favourite smell? Fish and chips. What is the best advice you have ever been given? Be patient and tolerant. My mother had to have that in abundance in raising 5 sons. What would your motto be? Have a go! Which person in history would you most like to meet? Sir Isaac Newton. At school I was fascinated by his laws of motion and gravity. What or who is the greatest love in your life? My wife Michele who has helped me through so much in life. Anything else you may like to include? I would like to thank all the Rotarians who have welcomed me into their club and encouraged me to serve this wonderful community of ours.

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October’s half term week saw 3 brilliant beach cleaning events plough through the waste that Storm Brian had left on our beautiful beaches here in Seaford. The events were organized as part of the Surfers Against Sewage initiative and were hugely successful. Seaford beaches are a popular location for tourists and residents alike who enjoy a walk along the promenade, fishing, swimming and admiring the views. Our stunning seafront is kept clear through a joint effort between contracted waste clearing services, and a host of volunteers who tirelessly keep working on keeping the waste at bay. Seaford Town Council would like to thank all those who came to the Beach Cleaning events and helped keep our beautiful seafront free of waste, especially Claire Powell for organising the event, Frankies Café and the Sailing Club for hosting the volunteers and providing refreshments. Local volunteer and co-organiser Claire Powell said: ‘What a marvellous turn out! Over 30 people came along today and I am utterly thrilled! To meet so many like-minded people, the enthusiasm for me to organise more beach cleans in the future alongside the SAS ones... I am blown away by every single person who turned up – THANK YOU! So in total there were around 50 people this week, who, Monday, Saturday and today were motivated enough by caring for the planet to pick up plastic/litter.’ Seaford Town Council are looking forward to hosting further events of this nature so please do watch this space! Photo: Volunteer beach cleaners including Mayor Linda Wallraven and Claire Powell, event organiser.

The Seven Sisters are internationally renowned white cliffs, and photos of the view are seen as computer wallpaper and screen savers across Asia and beyond. To us, they are a geological landscape wonder created by the sea cutting back ancient dry valleys dating back to at least the last ice age. In Asia, they also represent the seven daughters of the Jade Emperor, the supreme deity of Chinese tradition, or Hwanin in Korean mythology. Jade is a royal gem, and popular colours are green and white, the colours of our grassy cliff line on a clear day. Bright cliffs are also associated with the Taoist religion. Not surprisingly, the Seven Sisters are an increasingly popular tourist attraction, especially with Southeast Asians. The cliffs are, however, made mainly of soft Cretaceous limestone (chalk) capped by a superficial veneer of reddish-brown sediment and soil, all of which are unstable when uncovered and weathered. The open downland setting can therefore be very dangerous if you stray too near the cliff edge above the sheer drop below. Many people seem unaware of this, especially if their native language is not English. So here it is in Mandarin: Stop, Cliff Edge, Dangerous! translated by Bo Wang (pictured above). Our view was taken safely from near the old coastguard station at Cuckmere Haven (on the opposite side of the River Cuckmere) which is accessible by public footpaths from the Cuckmere Inn or South Hill. Ed and Biddy Jarzembowski Photo: Seven Sisters with Mandarin safety warning. Photo by Ed Jarzembowski, Chinese characters with help of Fred Clouter and Daran Zheng.

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Seaford Stamp & Post Card Club On Wednesday 11th October members brought along a fascinating range of displays which they felt fitted the title ‘Near and Far’. Caroline Harris (phot right) has been collecting Singer Sewing Machines and information relating to the company for a long time. Her excellent display included a history of the company, some of their vintage machines and a wide range of worldwide cards and ephemera relating to the company. This is the first time this display has been presented and it created a lot of interest. Seven other members gave displays on topics which ranged from Poland, the Falkland Islands, the Surrey Hills and Tristan da Cunha, to Egypt and the Middle East. There was even a display of ‘Saucy Postcards’ and, closer to home, postcards of the Blatchington Hill and East Blatchington area which provoked a discussion on the size of the ‘Lily Pond’ which is now said to be buried under the bowling green. The next meeting, on 8th November, was lifetime collection of postal stationery, cinderella stamps and fiscal stamps all presented on complete documents. The club now holds its meeting every second Wednesday in the month at the Constitutional Club in Crouch Lane. New members are very welcome and details can be obtained from the club secretary David Manthorpe 01323 492433, email: david.manthorpe10@gmail.com. .

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SEAFORD’s NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN

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I’m sure most Seaford residents by now know that a number of dedicated and knowledgeable local volunteers, at the request of Seaford Town Council, for more than a year have been working on a Neighbourhood Plan to help protect the future of the town. The objective is to produce a comprehensive, legally binding document which will ensure the 185 new dwellings required in Seaford through to 2030 under the Lewes District Core Strategy and Local Plan are built in places agreed by Seaford residents and ‘fit in’ with the town’s ambience. Additional objectives are to secure the required infrastructure such as school places, medical care, transport links, etc. as the town’s population grows, and to protect businesses, tourism, local green spaces, biodiversity and rare habitats from inappropriate development. A meeting of Seaford Town Council on 19th October approved the draft Neighbourhood Plan for public consultation, which began with publication of the Plan on 3rd November (see www.seafordnp.uk) and will conclude on 20th December. Relevant hard copy documents are available to view at the Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street and in Seaford Library (1st floor), 15 – 17 Sutton Road. Another consultation took place in Seaford on 28th November,

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An extra East Blatchington lecture is to be given this year, on Tuesday 5th December, by a popular regular speaker, the art historian Kay Blackburn. She will be talking on the subject of ‘Aspects of Love’, characteristically illustrating her theme with pictures of various works of art through the ages. Among the artists featured will be Antonio Allegri da Correggio (August 1489 – March 5, 1534), usually known as Correggio. He was the foremost painter of the Parma school of the Italian Renaissance, who was responsible for some of the most vigorous and sensuous works of the 16th century. He was born in Correggio, Italy. Kay’s lecture will be in aid of the lifeboat charity, the RNLI. It will be given at St Peter’s Church in Belgrave Road, Seaford, at 2.30pm and, as usual, it will be open to everyone. Tickets are £7 including refreshments, available from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, at 53 Church Street, Seaford, or on the door. Image: Venus with Mercury and Cupid (‘The School of Love’), by Correggio.

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More than £800 was raised on the night of Inner Wheel’s Fashion Show in conjunction with M&Co store in Broad Street, Seaford, but that figure will significantly rise by virtue of kind generosity of Barclay’s Bank. The beneficiary is the Royal National Lifeboat Institution at Newhaven, who are the Inner Wheel President Jennifer Pierce’s chosen charity of the year. Barclay’s, for whom local branch manager Debbie Mills was in attendance, organising the appearance of dozens of models on the catwalk and other items, have pledged to apply their pound-for-pound charity project, which should double the proceeds. This is the third year Inner Wheel and M&Co have combined to present a stunning show for charity at the store in Broad Street. They also recruited three Rotary Club of Seaford members, including President Mike Roper to man the bar and Steve from SJ Hampton Removals, who manfully delivered the 100 hired chairs to the store without charge.

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M&Co’s Sue Vince, however, made sure the evening went on stylishly with her expert commentary and introductions of the models who came onto the catwalk in all shapes, sexes, sizes and age-groups, many of them Inner Wheel members and their families. The hosts offered up to 25 per cent on garments purchased on the night. Inner Wheel event supervisor Jean Hyder said: ‘It was a hugely successful evening, a great deal of fun for so many people who bought tickets, and I have to give a big thank you to all those who contributed.’ Thanks also to Steve of S J Hampton Removals for bringing all the chairs (free) for the audience.

Spud and Pud Lunch in Aid of Mary’s Meals There was another good turnout for Inner Wheel’s latest Spud and Pud Lunch at St Leonard’s Church Hall, Seaford on Saturday 4th November. The ladies served up jacket potatoes with a choice of four fillings – cheese, tuna, baked beans and chilli beef, plus apple pie or crumble dessert (fresh fruit salad alternative for those watching their weight) and tea or coffee, all for £6.50 a head. The proceeds, still being counted, went to Mary’s Meals, the popular charity which provides ‘a daily meal in a place of learning’ by setting up school feeding stations in some of the most poverty-stricken places in the world, where chronically hungry children would otherwise go without food or education. When the charity began in 2002 they had 200 children. Now it is over one million across four continents. May we thank the people of Seaford for their continued support of our various fundraising events and wish everyone a Happy and Peaceful Christmas.

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So here it is – Merry Christmas

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Method

Melt the butter in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the chopped bacon to the pan and sauté it until well coloured – but don’t allow it to turn crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving behind the fat. Add the onion to the pan and sauté until it softens. At this stage return the bacon to the pan with the chestnuts and

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Churches Together In Seaford St Leonard’s, Church Street Sun 10 Dec Sun 17 Dec

Sun 24 Dec Sun 24 Dec Sun 24 Dec

Mon 25 Dec

4pm Christingle Service 6pm Parish Festival of Lessons and Carols 3pm Crib Service 6pm Nativity Drama 11.30pm First Communion of Christmas 9.30am Christmas Celebration and Communion 11am Holy Communion – (BCP) www.seafordparish.org.uk

St Luke’s Church, Walmer Road Sun 10 Dec Sun 24 Dec Mon 25 Dec

7pm St Lukes@7 4pm Nativity Service 9.30am Christmas Celebration and Communion

Chyngton Methodist Millberg Road Sun 10 Dec Sun 17 Dec Mon 25 Dec

10.30am Christingle Service 5pm Carols by Candlelight 10.30am joint service at Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd.

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road Sun 17 Dec Sun 17 Dec Sun 24 Dec Mon 25 Dec

10am Children’s Nativity Service 6pm Carol Service 4pm Informal Family Service 10am All Age Celebration

Religious Society of Friends Little Theatre, Steyne Road Sun 24 Dec Sun 31 Dec

10.30am Meeting for Worship 10.30am Meeting for Worship

St Peter’s, East Blatchington Sun 17 Dec Sun 24 Dec Sun 24 Dec Mon 25 Dec

6pm Carol Service 5pm Children’s Crib Service 11.30pm Midnight Mass 9.30am Mass and Carols

Cross Way Church, Steyne Road Sun 10 Dec

Sun 24 Dec

Mon 25 Dec

4pm Tea followed by 5pm Informal Carol Service at Clinton Centre, Clinton Place, Seaford. 10.30am Service at Steyne Road led by Mrs Christine Sweet 10.30am Christmas Service with Mr David Coleman 10.30am United Service with and at Chyngton Methodist Church, Walmer Road, Seaford

St Thomas More, Catholic Church

www. Riverchurchseaford.org

Sun 17 Dec Sun 24 Dec

Sun 24 Dec Mon 25 Dec Mon 25 Dec

3pm Christingle Service 5pm First Mass of Christmas (Family Celebration) 11pm Christmas Eve Mass 8am Mass 10am Mass

St Andrew’s, Bishopstone Sun 17 Dec Sun 24 Dec Mon 25 Dec Mon 25 Dec

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4pm Carol Service & Tea in Hall 11.30pm Midnight Eucharist 8am Eucharist 9.30am Sung Eucharist

Sun 31 Dec

River Church

Seaford Community Church 115-117 Vale Road Seaford www.kings-well.org.uk

The Churches of Seaford wish you every Blessing this Christmas

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What’s On In December? Friday 1st Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd 2.15pm - 4pm. Guest speaker and other activities, tea and biscuits, raffle. Local transport may be available at a small cost. New members always welcome. Tel: Pauline 01323 895216 Eclectrix Christmas Concert Chyngton Methodist Church Hall, Millberg Road 6.30pm - 9.45pm. Live music and a special Christmas-themed tea. Seaford Community Cinema The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm. ‘The Salesman’, cert. 12A. Tickets £6/£5/£3.50. Available from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street, tel: 01323 897426, or online. www. seafordcinema.org Open Mic/Jam Sessions The Seven Sisters, Alfriston Rd 8.30pm. Perform or jam with some great local musicians. Full PA/keys etc. supplied. www. facebook.com/seahavenopenmic

selling unique handmade and unusual gifts and stocking fillers. Includes arts and crafts from local artists, Christmas wreaths and flowers, foodie treats, cakes and savouries. Café open. Tel: 07883 611677 Email: sussexmarkets@live.co.uk Seaford Christmas Magic Various venues, Seaford 10am - 6pm. Welcome the festive season in style, with live music and entertainment, lantern parade, market stalls, fresh food and funfair, plus Santa’s grotto and reindeer. www.seafordxmasmagic.uk Foundation of Spiritual Healing and Guidance St James’ Trust Community Centre, Blatchington Road 2pm - 4pm. Free healing, qualified approved healers in attendance. No appointment. Tea and cakes. Donations welcome. Tel: 01323 896192 www.facebook.com/Thefshg

Seaford Community Cinema The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd 6pm. ‘Wonder Woman’, cert. Boxbird Gallery Christmas 12A. Tickets £6/£5/£3.50. Open House Available from Seaford Tourist 48 Grosvenor Road Information Centre, 37 Church 10am - 5pm. Seaford artist and Street, tel: 01323 897426, or illustrator Graham Carter and his online. wife, Alice, turn their home into www.seafordcinema.org a gallery featuring artwork from Newhaven & Seaford Sailing over 40 illustrators. Prices start Club Marine Parade, Seaford at £10. 7pm. Prize Giving Dinner. www.boxbird.co.uk www.nssc.org.uk Friday 1st - Friday 22nd Seaford Rotary Christmas Sleigh Retro Christmas Disco Seaford Little Theatre, 4 Steyne Various routes, Seaford Road 5.45pm - 8.30pm. Father 7.30pm. ’50s and ’60s disco and Christmas and his elves visit the streets of Seaford. They will also quiz. Tickets £8 incl. buffet and pudding. Bring your own wine or be in Broad Street 10am - 1pm buy by the bottle from the bar. on Saturdays in December. See Tel: Debbie Cox 07596 709044 online for details of routes. www.seafordrotary.org.uk The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford Saturday 2nd 8.45pm. Reload. A Morning of Yoga, Meditation Tel: 01323 890154 and Festive Fayre The Archway, 1a Blatchington Rd www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk 9.30am. Tel: Rosie 01323 Old Boot Inn 892638 or 07983 622840. Email: 13 High Street seahavenyoga@btinternet.com 9pm. Kangaroo Juice. www.seahavenyoga.co.uk Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook.com/ Christmas Fayre theoldbootinnseaford Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 10am - 3pm. Two rooms of stalls

Saturday 2nd - Thursday 21st ‘Buon Natale!’ - Sussex Arts Collective Arts@theCrypt, 23 Church St 10.30am - 5pm. (Mon-Sat), 12 noon - 4pm (Sun). An eclectic range of high quality arts and crafts. Wood, ceramics, glass, jewellery, fine art painting, printmaking, photography and textiles. Festive music by local musicians at weekends. www.thecryptgallery.com Sunday 3rd Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Piddinghoe Pond 10.30am. Freeman Iceberg 9 & 10. www.nssc.org.uk Seaford Music Society St Leonard’s Church, Church St 3pm. Capriccio Ensemble performs songs and duos by Haydn, Schubert, Beethoven, Donizetti and Fauré. Tickets £15/£5 student. Available from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, 53 Church St. Tel: 01323 491601 www.seafordmusicsociety.com

Tuesday 5th Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington Monthly meeting and lunch for members and guests. Tel: Derek Cockram 01323 491332, email: dcockram1@sky.com East Blatchington Lectures St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd 2.30pm. An extra lecture for 2017 in aid of the RNLI. Kay Blackburn on ‘Aspects of Love’. Tickets £7 incl. refreshments, available from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, 53 Church Street, or on the door. Seaford Lecture & Literary Club St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane 7.30pm. ‘Poems by Poets who Became Poets Laureate’ illustrated talk by Anne English. Visitors £5. Tel: 01323 899932 or 01323 893270

Wednesday 6th Seaford Twinning Association The White Lion Hotel, Claremont Road 6.45pm. Brief formal meeting of Splash Point Jazz Club STA to wind up its Committee. The View, Seaford Head Golf 7.15pm. Plauschgruppe. German Club, Southdown Road 4pm - 6.30pm. Christmas Special. conversation group. All welcome. Sue Richardson (vocals/trumpet) The group will continue to run although the STA itself has joins the Neal Richardson Trio ceased. for her show ‘Screen Sirens’, the story of screen idols The Wednesday Group Hospice from Hollywood’s glamorous Evening heyday. £10 on the door or Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd online: www.wegottickets.com/ 7pm. Enjoy Christmas carols, splashpointjazz stalls and coffee/tea and mince pies. Raising funds for St Wilfrid’s Silence and Stillness Hospice. Entry £3 including St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd refreshments. 6pm. Advent Sunday service Tel: 01323 871292 with contemplative silences punctuated by Taizé chants, giving Thursday 7th everyone the chance to catch U3A Members’ Interest Talks up with themselves, when the Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton darkness of night is dispelled by Road candlelit prayers. Open to all. 2pm - 4pm. ‘Domestic Chickens’ by Penny Gell and Ann Macleod Monday 4th on a historical art topic. Next in Seaford U3A Tea Party Constitutional Club, Crouch La. the series is on Thursday 14th; £6 for both. 2pm - 4pm. Jill and John www.u3asites.org.uk/seaford Hughes talk about their time volunteering in Africa. £4 incl. Seaford Community Cinema refreshments. Please book The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane before 10am on the day. 7pm. National Theatre Live Tel: Rosemary 01323 895598. ‘Young Marx’, cert. 15. Tickets www.u3asites.org.uk/seaford £13.50/£12.50/£8. Available from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street, tel: 01323 897426 or online. www.seafordcinema.org continued...

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Family Roots, Eastbourne & District Family History Society Ocklynge School,Victoria Drive, Eastbourne 7.30pm. Quiz and Christmas Party. New members welcome. Members £1, visitors £1.50, inc. refreshments. Tel: Helen Warren 01323 731792 www.eastbournefhs.org.uk Seaford Bonfire Society Open Committee Meeting The White Lion Hotel, Claremont Road 7.30pm. A chance to join and meet the committee. www.seafordbonfire.co.uk Seaford Sweethearts WI The View at Seaford Head, Southdown Road 7.30pm - 11pm. Members’ Christmas Social. www.seafordwi.co.uk Seaford Folk Songs and Tunes Circle The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Singers, musicians and audience welcome to perform or listen. Hosted by Derek Seed. Friday 8th Fleur de Paris Quintet Alfriston War Memorial Hall, The Tye, Alfriston 7pm for 7.30pm. French Twinning Group Christmas special. All welcome. Chanson and swing from ’30s to ’50s Paris, including songs from the group’s new CD, Fumée. Bar and snacks. Tickets £12. To book, or for information on twinning, tel: 01323 890373 Email: jeannecash@gmail.com Seaford Museum and Heritage Society Quiz 2017 St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane 7pm. With mulled wine, supper, mince pie and coffee (bring your own alcohol if desired). Teams of up to 6. Prize for winning team. £8 members/£10 non-members. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Seaford Community Cinema The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm. ‘Moonlight’, cert. 15. Tickets £6/£5. Available from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street, tel: 01323 897426, or online. www.seafordcinema.org

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Fri 8th Dec - Sun 14th Jan ’18 Dick Whittington and His Cat Devonshire Park Theatre, 8-10 Compton Street, Eastbourne Various times. Starring Todd Carty and comedy duo Martyn Knight and Tucker. Tickets £12 £23.50. Tel: 01323 412000 www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk Saturday 9th Art @ St James’ St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road 1pm. Pre-meeting and introductory chat for a new, free, 12-week art workshop for the over 65s and disabled starting Saturday 6th January 2018. No previous experience required. Tel: 01323 492800 www.creativity4wellbeing.com Seaford Neighbourhood Plan Public Consultation Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 2pm - 5pm. Come and tell us what you think of the draft Neighbourhood Plan. Relevant documents are available to view at Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street and Seaford Library, 15-17 Sutton Road, or online. www.seafordnp.uk Concentus Sings Christmas St Leonard’s Church, Church St 4pm - 6.30pm. A range of pieces from classic through to modern popular music via spirituals and a cowboy carol. Audience will be invited to join in the singing of traditional Christmas carols. Retiring collection for the JPK Project. Tickets £10 adult/£5 under-16s. Available from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, 53 Church St or online. www.concentus.ticketsource. co.uk www.concentus-sings.com SBC Singers Christmas Concert Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 7pm - 9.30pm. Featuring guest performances by Eclectrix, bell ringers, flautists, a trumpeter and solo singers. Free. Refreshments available. Retiring collection in aid of WAVES. The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Bootleg Bandits. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk

Old Boot Inn 13 High Street 9pm. Fat Belly Jones. Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook.com/ theoldbootinnseaford Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th Christmas at Dovecote Garden Old Coach House, The Lane, West Dean 10am - 4pm. Family weekend with indoor Christmas market, live music, lantern-lit woodland bothy and home made tea, coffee, cakes and bacon buns. Christmas trees for sale. Free parking, free entry. www.dovecotegarden.co.uk Christmas Market & Santa Experience Newhaven Fort, Fort Road, Newhaven 10am - 4pm. Food, gifts, crafts, festivities and 1940s tea room. Enjoy the activities in Santa’s workshop. and meet him in his festive grotto (time slots can be booked online). Free entry to market, free parking. Santa Experience £9.95 per child. Tel: 01273 517622 www.newhavenfort.org.uk Sunday 10th Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Piddinghoe Pond 10.30am. Freeman Iceberg 11 & 12. www.nssc.org.uk Seaford Striders Mince Pie 10 Mile Race Peacehaven Leisure Centre, Greenwich Way, Peacehaven (start/finish) 11am. Annual multi-terrain charity race. Raising funds for Headway East Sussex and the club itself. All abilities, age 16+. www.seafordstriders.org/ Newsite/Mince-Pie-ten-mile

Tuesday 12th Alexander Technique Explained Pilates Studio, Seaford Osteopathic Clinic, Warwick Rd 10am - 11.30am. Discover a gentle, relaxing and stress-free way to tackle pain or tightness that restricts movement. £12. Book with Geraldine, tel: 01323 873921 www.alexandersouth.co.uk Probus Club of Seaford Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road 12 noon for 12.30pm lunch. Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and speaker. Tel: 01323 890418 or 01323 897546 Seaford Natural History Society St Luke’s Church Centre, Walmer Road 2.15pm. Christmas social with speaker Michael Blencowe. Members only. Tel: 01323 893526 www.seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk GuestHouse Storytellers Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven 7.30pm. ‘Winter Tales to Warm the Heart’. Annual celebration of the winter solstice, with free mince pies and mulled wine. Pick your favourite story to tell or just sit back and listen. Age 12+. To book a 10-minute slot, email: umisinha.writing@gmail.com Tickets £5/£4 on the door. www.guesthousestorytellers.com Inner Wheel Club of Seaford Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road 7.30pm. Christmas dinner. Members only.

Wednesday 13th Seaford Neighbourhood Plan Public Consultation Bishoptone Parish Hall, The Street, Bishopstone Village Sunday Tea Dances 2pm - 5pm. Come and tell us Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, what you think of the draft Newhaven Neighbourhood Plan. Relevant 2pm - 4.30pm. Popular sequence, documents are available to view ballroom, Latin. £5, including tea at Seaford Tourist Information and biscuits (first visit free). Tel: Centre, 37 Church Street and Fred Weston on 01323 898813 Seaford Library, 15-17 Sutton Road, or online. Cross Way Church Carol www.seafordnp.uk Service Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Seaford Women’s Institute 4pm tea, 5pm service. Informal Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road carol service with tea. All 2pm. Waiting list for new welcome. Tel: 01323 871292 members. To hire the hall for events, tel: Hilary Elworthy 01323 894066. www.esfwi.org.uk/wis/seaford

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Seaford Stamp & Postcard Club Venue TBA 7pm for 7.30pm. Christmas dinner for members. Tel: 01323 492433 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sspc Old Boot Inn 13 High Street 7.30pm. Christmas Quiz. £100 first prize. Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook.com/ theoldbootinnseaford Thursday 14th Seahaven RAFA Lunch 12 noon for 12.30pm. Twocourse lunch at either the Royal British Legion or the White Lion. Book one week in advance by phoning 01323 898907. U3A Members’ Interest Talks Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road 2pm - 4pm. ‘Pierre Bonnard, Chasing Rainbows’ by Lindsay Harman and ‘My Grandmother - Her Life in Letters’ by Denise Scott Fears. Previous in the series is on Thursday 7th; £6 for both. www.u3asites.org.uk/seaford Saturday 16th Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Marine Parade, Seaford 7pm. Christmas party (members and guests only). www.nssc.org.uk Christmas Concert St Andrew’s Church, Bishopstone Road 7pm. Close harmony singing from Alfriston-based Cuckmere Croakers, plus a bagpipe-playing soprano and a well-known local trumpeter. Tickets £7.50 incl. glass of wine and small eats, available from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, 53 Church Street; tel: Jim Taylor 01323 490038; or from Churchwardens. The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Prophets 2. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Old Boot Inn 13 High Street 9pm. Full House. Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook.com/ theoldbootinnseaford Sunday 17th Friends of Tide Mills meeting Tide Mills 10am - 12 noon. Meet at beach end of old village road. Help us to care for this special place. Email: brian.skinner2@btinternet. com.

Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Piddinghoe Pond 10.30am. Freeman Iceberg 13 & 14. www.nssc.org.uk The Joyce Campbell Sunday Lunch Club St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road 1pm. £5. Sunday roast and get-together for Seaford senior citizens.. Transport can be arranged. To book and further details tel: 01323 892327 Wednesday 20th Seaford U3A Coffee Morning Constitutional Club, Crouch La. 10am - 12 noon. Find out about courses, workshops, outings etc. £1 (members) incl. tea/coffee and cake. www.u3asites.org.uk/seaford ‘A Christmas Carol’ - Chyngton Youth Academy of Arts & Drama Seaford Head School, Arundel Road 4pm & 7.30pm. The show will be rehearsed and performed in the space of 3 days, with local children and young people as well as present and former Academy members taking part. Fundraising for life-saving surgery for teenaged former Academy member,Ylena Green. Tickets £6 adults/£4 children, available from tel: 07791 081935 Thursday 21st Seaford Afternoon Flower Club Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 2pm. ‘Christmas Cocktail’, demonstration by Georgie Ward, Followed by Christmas tea and carols. Monthly competition ‘A Golden Glow’. Visitors £5 on the door, including refreshments. Tel: Georgie Wall 01323 490979 or Sue Ward 01323 894848 Saturday 23rd Old Boot Inn 13 High Street 9pm. Buckler’s Reel. Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook.com/ theoldbootinnseaford Sunday 24th Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Marine Parade, Seaford 12 noon. Mulled wine and mince pies (members and guests only). www.nssc.org.uk Old Boot Inn 13 High Street Christmas Eve party. (Food served today 12 noon - 5pm).Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook. com/theoldbootinnseaford

The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Karaoke into Christmas. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk

The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Dynamite Disco party night. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk

Tuesday 26th Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Piddinghoe Pond 11am. Freeman Iceberg 15. Prize giving, mulled wine and mince pies. www.nssc.org.uk

Old Boot Inn 13 High Street New Year’s Eve disco with DJ Chris Hewitt. Tel: 01323 895454 www.facebook.com/ theoldbootinnseaford

Friday 29th Comedy Seaford The View at Seaford Head, Southdown Road 8pm (doors 7pm). Monthly comedy night hosted by Julie Jepson. Tickets £10 on door or in advance from Golf Club and Seaford Tourist Info, 37 Church St. Tel: 07773 522943, email: comedyseaford@outlook.com Sunday 31st Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Marine Parade, Seaford 8pm - 1am. New Year’s Eve party (members and guests only). www.nssc.org.uk

Eclectrix New Year’s Eve Celebration Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 10.30pm - 12.15am. Live music until 11.10pm, then refreshments followed by Praise and Worship to welcome in 2018. Those who would like to can share Communion at 12.15am.

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ICT ASSISTANT Lewes District Citizens Advice is currently recruiting for a volunteer IT assistant to work with our IT manager. The position involves maintaining our computers and laptops (Windows 10), Office applications, and helping to trouble-shoot for our advisers and managers when problems arise. ICT/ computing background with qualifications desirable. We ask that you are able to commit a few hours a week to our bureaux across Lewes District and can be flexible. Training will be offered. If you would like to make a difference to your community then we would love to hear from you. For further information, please email training@ lewescab.cabnet.org.uk or telephone 01273 477924 for more details.

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What’s On Weekly? ARTS & CRAFTS

Art @ St James’ St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Sat: 1pm - 4pm. Free 12-week art workshop for the over65s and disabled. No previous experience required. Starts Sat 6th January 2018, with an introductory pre-meeting 1pm Sat 9th December 2017. Free tea/coffee and biscuits provided. Tel: 01323 492800 www.creativity4wellbeing.com Art Workshop Be Creative, 13 Sutton Park Rd Thurs fortnightly: 10am - 12 noon. With Lesley Harvey. All mediums used. £15. Tel: Terri on 01323 490912 Art Workshop Paradise Park Café, Avis Road, Newhaven Last Sat of the month: 9am - 11am. With Lesley Harvey. All materials provided. £12. Tel: 07722 236741 to reserve a place. Email: lesleyharvey17@ hotmail.com Chinese Painting Group Hellingly Village Hall off A22 Weds: 1 - 4pm. Professional Chinese tutor. Materials available. Beginners and new members welcome. For more details contact: 01273 515452 East Sussex Moviemakers St Luke’s Parish Rooms, Stone Cross, Pevensey 1st & 3rd Weds: 7.45 - 9.45pm. Members show videos, advice available, speakers on videorelated topics. Contact Valerie McManus: 07950 904778, valmcmanusuk@yahoo.com www.eastsussexmoviemakers.org

Newhaven Art Club Peacehaven Evangelical Church Mon: 2pm. Members meet to paint and draw together with discussions, demonstrations, life drawing and sketching outdoors. Annual subs. £25. Why not come along and see how you get on? www.newhavenartclub.org.uk Newhaven Knit ‘n’ Natter Group Hillcrest Centre Bay Vue Road, Newhaven Mon: 2pm-4pm. Room 4. Friendly support for knitting and needlework enthusiasts. All ages and abilities welcome. No fees or subscription. Bring along your knitting and enjoy refreshments in the café. Free parking and access for the disabled. Further details, tel: 07540 199616 or 01323 890205 Seaford Art Club Downs Leisure Centre Fri: 2 - 4pm. A friendly, active group of enthusiastic, competent artists. Demonstrations, practical sessions, gallery visits and other trips. Tel Anne: 01323 491008 http://seafordartclub.weebly.com Seaford Machine Knitting Club Baptist Church, Belgrave Rd 2nd Fri of month: 2 - 4pm. Tel: Helen Doran on 01323 872218 or email: hdoran@talktalk.net Seaford Photographic Society The Martello Room, Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane Fri: 7.30pm. September to May. www.SeafordPS.org.uk

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Age Concern Seaford 6 Church Street Mon - Fri: 10am - 2pm. Office. Jewellery Classes Seaford Mon: 6 -9pm, Wed: 10am - 2pm, Mon - Sat: 10am - 2pm. Shop. We offer the following services Fri: 10am - 2pm. tel 07952 for older people: information 195341, email: info@leprevost. and support, medical transport, co.uk, www.leprevost.co.uk visiting and befriending, contact Knit & Craft time. Volunteers required. Chyngton Methodist Church Tel: 01323 899434 www. Hall, Millberg Road, Seaford ageconcernseaford.btck.co.uk Thurs: 2pm - 4pm. All welcome, Air Cadets come and learn new skills making articles for charities. Tel: 1218 Sqn. Air Training Corps Transit Road, Newhaven Viola on 01323 890271 Mon & Thurs: 7 - 9.30pm. Knit & Natter Aged 13 to 17 and interested Seaford Little Theatre, Steyne Rd in aviation? Come along any Weds: 10am - 12 noon. Knit, evening. Tel: 01273 513218 natter and crochet. All made welcome. Tel: Eileen on 01323 491638 or Lyn 01323 893412

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Bank/HSBC Retirees Group Lansdowne Hotel, Eastbourne Last Thurs of month: 10.30am - 12 noon. Calling all retired members. Coffee, tea and biscuits with friendly people.Tel Mrs Doreen Woodward-Davies 01323 898907

Downs 60+ Club Sutton Corner, Seaford (Old Flint Building, grounds of Downs Leisure Centre) 10am-12 noon and 2-4pm. Mon am: Art, snooker. pm: Snooker, table tennis, Phase 10. Tues am: Snooker, art, keep fit (10.30-11.30) pm: Rummykub, Bipolar UK Support Group table tennis, social. Weds am: St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Art, snooker, choir (10.30Road 2nd Weds of month: 11.30), lunch club 12.30pm pm: 1.30pm-3.30pm. Information Snooker, craft & chat. Thurs am: and support for individuals Art, Scrabble, snooker, exercise affected by bipolar, including & line dancing pm: Art, snooker. friends, family and carers. Fri am: Art, snooker pm: Table www.bipolaruk.org tennis Sat am: Table tennis, snooker. Monthly discussion Book Group Seaford Monthly: 7pm. Diverse interests group and occasional minibus trips. Visit twice then pay £50 and diverse people welcome. for the year; no more to pay For details, tel: Caryl 07709 for unlimited visits (excl. lunch). 771009 Come along on Tues 10am -12 Civil Service Pensioners Alliance noon or tel: 01323 896422 Seaford Constitutional Club, East Dean & Friston Gardening Crouch Lane Club East Dean Village Hall, 1st Tues of month: 10am. Friendly chat inc. group business Gilberts Drive 2nd Fri of month: 2.15pm and info on pensions/benefits/ socials & days out. Refreshments. 4pm. Variety of guest speakers. Membership £7 per year, The Convenient Cooking Club visitors welcome. Tel: Fran Denton Island Community 01323 423529 Centre, Denton Island, French Conversation by the Newhaven Fireside Alfriston Various: 6pm - 8pm. Mon: 7pm - 8pm. Please call for date of next Thurs: 1pm - 2pm. Drop-in meeting. Tel 01273 516032, session for all levels. £6 per hour. email: healthylifestyles@ For information and bookings sussexcommunity.org.uk tel: 01323 871492 or email www.sussexcommunity.org.uk babette@cosmofil.com Cooking Courses Denton French One-to-One Island Community Centre, Conversation and Tutoring Denton Island, Newhaven For adult beginners and Tues: 10.30am - 12.30pm. Free cooking skills classes (21st Nov, improvers and GCSE level students, with former legal 19th Dec). translator. £25 per hour. For Tel: 01273 516032 details tel: Sarah 07446 884435 Email: healthylifestyles@ Email: sarah.rigler@clara.co.uk sussexcommunity.org.uk www.sussexcommunity.org.uk The Havens Day Clubs for Over 65s Cuckmere Valley Transition Kempton House, Peacehaven Group George Inn, Alfriston Tues: 10am-3pm, or half day. 1st Thurs of month: 7pm Newhaven Age Concern Club Energy Group meeting. Tel: 01323 870409 email: cuckmere Weds: 10am-3pm, or half days Care, support, friendship and transition@gmail.com www. cuckmerevalleytransition.org.uk respite care. Run by Age UK East Sussex. Tel Nicola on 07850 Deans Senior Tea Club 987131, Lewes office 01273 Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 476704 2nd Thurs of month: 1pm www.ageukeastsussex.org.uk 2.30pm. A friendly Heartsease Seaford Baptist Diabetes Support Group Church, Belgrave Road St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd 1st Fri of month (except Mon: 2pm - 4pm. Social club August): 2.30pm. Monthly for all. The aim is to combat group welcoming anyone loneliness and isolation. who finds themselves alone Tea, cakes, games, raffle and and would enjoy some social entertainment. All welcome interaction. Speakers, activities, to join.

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companionship and tea. Tel: John and Jill Hughes 01323 898678 HIVE Youth Club Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road Fri: 7.15 - 8.45pm. (School year 7 – sixth form). Games, activities, workshops, pool, table football, table tennis, Xbox, Playstation, instruments, social events, trips out, advice, encouragement & guidance. Annual membership £5 (excl. social events and trips). Term time only. Tel: 01323 896009 www.seafordbaptistchurch.org.uk Kids Aloud Kingswell, 115-117 Vale Road (Community Church Hall) Fri: 3.45pm - 5.30pm. Free afterschool activities for children aged 4-12. All welcome for games, art and stories. Tel: Tina 01323 492833. www.kings-well. org.uk/kids_aloud.htm

Mercread Youth Centre Mercread Road, Seaford T.O.A.S.T. Girls Only Group, £1. 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Seniors Youth Club (Year 9+), £1. For more details contact Roger Daw on 01323 892531 Mindset: DIY (For Men) Meridian Centre, Meridian Way, Peacehaven Tues: 7.30pm. A DIY course with a difference. DIY is a sixsession wellness programme for men. Places free but limited. Tel 01273 516032, email: healthylifestyles@ sussexcommunity.org.uk

National Trust Seaford Association (NTSA) Constitutional Club, Crouch La. 3rd Wed of month: 2.30pm. Illustrated talks on diverse subjects from October to March. Outings from spring to autumn plus other social and fundraising Know Dementia Memory Moments Café Meridian Centre, events. New members welcome. Visitors £2.50. Meridian Way, Peacehaven Fri: 9.30am - 12.30pm. Informal www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/nt café for people with dementia Newhaven & Seaford Sea and their family supporter/carer. Cadets The Old Church, Chapel Includes tea, coffee and cake, Street, Newhaven and a little fun and laughter with Mon & Fri: 7pm - 9pm (seniors) games, talk, music, dance etc. Fri: 7pm - 9pm (juniors) Tel: 01273 494300 Email: info@knowdementia.co.uk Newhaven, Peacehaven & Seaford Lions Club Lipreading Classes White Lion Hotel, Claremont Rd St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd 4th Thurs of month: 8pm Tues:10am - 11.45am. meeting. www.npslions.co.uk Newcomers welcome, first Probus Club of Seaford session free. Great confidence Seaford Golf Club, Firle Rd builder. Six week terms. Fee 2nd Tues of month: 12pm includes membership of Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club. for 12.30pm lunch. Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and Tel: Jenny 01273 585339 speaker. Tel: 01323 890418 or L: IVE Youth Club 897546 Seaford Baptist Church, The Rotary Club of Seaford Belgrave Road Seaford Golf Club, Firle Rd Fri: 6 - 7pm. (School year Weds: 12.45 for 1pm. Weekly 3 - 6). Games and activities inc. meeting. pool, table football, table tennis, games consoles, craft zones, Royal Antidiluvian Order of and a tuck shop. Admission Buffaloes The Royal British £1 inc 50p worth of tuck. Legion, Claremont Road First week free. Term time Sun: 3pm. Weekly meetings only. Tel: 01323 896009 www. Tel: 01323 325121 seafordbaptistchurch.org.uk l.dmurray@yahoo.co.uk Mercread Youth Centre Mercread Road, Seaford Mon: 6pm - 7pm. Seaford Youth Forum. Tues: 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Juniors Youth Club (Year 8 & 9), £1. Weds: 3.30 - 6pm. After School Club (Year 6 & 7), £1. Thurs: 3.30pm - 5.30pm.

The Royal Society of St George Monthly events. England’s leading patriotic society. Contact Chairman 01323 899985 or email: 514928@talktalk.net. Seaford Afternoon Flower Club Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 3rd Thurs of month:1.30pm for a 2pm start. Talks, demos, outings, etc. Past and new members

welcome. Membership £27 per year. Visitors £5 inc. refreshments per meeting. Tel: Georgie Wall 01323 490979 or Sue Ward 01323 894848 Seaford Bonfire Society White Lion Hotel, Claremont Rd First Thurs of month: 7pm. Membership and open committee meeting. www.seafordbonfire.co.uk Seaford Bridge Club Downs Leisure Centre Tues:1.30 - 5pm. Duplicate bridge in a friendly atmosphere for intermediates and above. Fri: 6.30 - 10pm. Duplicate bridge for intermediate and above. For further information please refer to our website www.bridgewebs.com/seaford Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Mon: Cribbage & Line Dancing. Tues: 9.30am Slimming World. 3rd Weds: Klondyke Whist. Thurs: Tea Dance/Dance Classes. Fri & Sun: 8.15pm Bingo. Tel: 01323 890087 Seaford Evening Flower Club St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd 1st Thurs of month: 7 for 7.30pm demo. Affil. to NAFAS. New members welcome. Visitors £4.50 inc. refreshments. Tel Marian on 01273 515544

Seaford Quakers Seaford Little Theatre, Steyne Rd Sun: 10.30 - 11.30am. Meeting for worship followed by refreshments. All welcome. Tel Joyce Bowley on 01323 89241 Seaford Social Club for Blind & Partially Sighted People St Peter’s Hall, Belgrave Road 1st Thurs of month: 2-4pm. Entertainment and tea. Tel: ESAB 01323 832252 Seafordspirit: Seaford Independent Spiritualist Church 3 Warwick Road Tues: 7.30pm - 8.30pm Healing Thurs: 7.30pm Divine Service Friday: 10.30pm - 12 noon Healing Alternate Saturdays: Clairvoyant Evenings 7.30pm Demos/workshops see website. All welcome. Tel 01323 737407 Email: enquiries@seafordspirit. co.uk www.seafordspirit.co.uk Seaford Stamp & Postcard Club Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane 2nd Weds of month: 7.15pm. Monthly speaker. All stamp and postcard collectors welcome. Tel: 01323 492433 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sspc

Seaford Stroke & Caring Club St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Mon: 2 - 4pm. Slides, music, quizzes, bingo, tea and homemade cakes. Some Seaford Head Probus Club transport available. Tel: Joyce Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington Woodgate: 01323 894547 1st Tues of month: Monthly Seahaven (Afternoon) Trefoil lunch for members and guests. Guild Afternoon Meeting Tel: 01323 896373 St Leonard’s Church Hall, Seaford Lecture & Literary Club Church Lane, off Church Street St Leonard’s Church Hall, 1st Tues of month: 2.30 Church Lane, off Church Street 4.30pm. Tel: 01323 897959 Tues: 7.30 - 8.30pm. Illustrated Seahaven (Evening) Trefoil lectures by well-known speakers Guild Evening Meeting Downs on a wide range of subjects. Leisure Centre Over 60s Club From Oct to March. Tel: 01323 3rd Thurs of month: 7.30pm. 899932 or 893270 Tel: 01323 893250 Seaford Martello Rotary Club Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Mon: 7.15pm for 7.45pm. 1st Friday of month: 2.15 - 4pm. Tel: 01323 891009 or Guest speakers and other seafordmartellorotary@gmail.com activities, tea and biscuits, raffle. Seaford Museum & Heritage Local transport may be available Society Martello Tower, Seaford at a small cost. Contact Pauline Summer opening 01323 895216 Sunday & bank hols: 11am-4pm. Southdown Bridge Club Weds & Sat: 2pm-4pm. 60+ Club, Downs Leisure Ctr Winter opening Weds: 6.30 - 9.45pm. Friendly Sunday & bank hols: 11am-4pm. duplicate bridge for any age. Tel: 01323 898222 Tel: 01323 892171/896236 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk continued...

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Spanish Conversation & Coffee Morning Micklefield Way, Seaford Thurs: 10am - 11.30am. Qualified and experienced teacher. £15. For more details Tel: 07504 881848 Email: pastorcita24@gmail.com

continued... The Submariners Association (Sussex Branch) Royal British Legion Club, Claremont Road 1st Fri of month: 7.45pm. For all ex and serving submariners. Tel: Harry Summerton 01323 734132 Survivors of Suicide The Matthew 25 Mission, Brodie Hall, Christ Church, Seaside, Eastbourne 2nd Mon: 7pm-8.30pm. Group for people affected by suicide. www.sussexcommunity.org.uk Sussex Army Cadet Force No. 2 Platoon (Seaford) Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road Mon & Weds: 7.30 - 9.30pm. For ages 12 (school year 8) to 18 yrs. For further information email kevin.falconer@serfca.org or tel: 01273 552222 Sussex Wildlife Trust Various locations in and around Seaford 1st Thurs of month:10am 3pm, Sept to May. For details tel: 07824 151935. Email: sarahquantrill@sussexwt.org.uk www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

World Kitchen 2017/18 Denton Island Community Centre, Denton Island, Newhaven Third Weds of month: 12.15pm - 2.30pm. (15th Nov, 20th Dec 2017, 17th Jan 2018, 21st Feb, 21st March). Make new friends, practise English and cook delicious food. Women only, bring your children if you need to. Please bring £1 for ingredients. Tel: 01273 516032 or text Louise: 07796 869470 Email: healthylifestyles@ sussexcommunity.org.uk www.sussexcommunity.org.uk

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Clinton Centre Café Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Tues: 10am - 11.30am. Coffee/ tea and biscuit or toast and butter, £1. Tel: 01323 873262 Coffee Morning & Bring & Buy St Luke’s Church Hall, Walmer Rd Weds: 10am - 12 noon Coffee Pot Chyngton Methodist Church Hall Thurs: 10 - 11.30am. Assorted items on sale. Disabled access. Friendly atmosphere. Tel: 01323 891534 East Dean Farmers’ Market East Dean Village Hall,Village Green Lane off Gilberts Drive Weds: 10am - 12.30pm. 01323 423481

Family Learning and Youth Activities Please call for information. Tel: 01273 517250, U3A Members’ Interest Talks email: familylearning@ Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton sussexcommunity.org.uk Road Thurs: afternoon. Subjects range www.sussexcommunity.org.uk from Japanese Ideas to Bonnard International Coffee Morning in Search of Rainbows, Chickens, St Leonard’s Church Hall, Parliament and more. Church Lane www.u3asites.org.uk/seaford/ 2nd & 4th Weds of month: home 10.30am - 12.30pm. FebruaryDecember, term time only. Whist Drive St Thomas More Roman Local Market & Café Catholic Church Hall, Sutton Rd Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Thurs: 1.45pm. £2 inc. tea and Tues: 10.30am - 2.30pm. Local biscuits. Tel: 01323 896412 community market and café, serving light lunches. Stalls Who Let the Dads Out? available. For more info tel Seaford Baptist Church, Wendy on 07883 611677 Belgrave Road www.sussexmarkets@live.co.uk 2nd Sat of month: 9.30am - 11.30am. For children Love Heart Community Café 0 to 11 years with their dads, Clinton Centre, Clinton Place granddads and male carers. Thurs: 10.30am - 12.30pm. Tel: 01323 896009 Supporting people with learning difficulties through work experience. All welcome. Fundraisers: raise funds and enhance your profile for free,

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any Thursday with booked slot. Tel: 01273 812976 Mitchell House Monday Tea Club 43 Lexden Drive Mon: 3 - 4.30pm. Tea, chat and a game or two. 50p and extra charge to play games (for prize funding). Tel: 01323 891804 Monday Coffee Mornings Seaford Little Theatre 4 Steyne Road Mon: 10am - 11.30am. Everyone welcome to come and enjoy a coffee/tea with biscuits. Newhaven Country Market Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH Thursdays: 9.45am - 1pm (2pm Easter and Christmas markets). Homemade produce, free-range eggs, fresh fish, plants, crafts, café. Free parking, access for the disabled. Tel: 07540 199616 Newhaven Street Markets Newhaven High Street Thurs & Sat: 9am - 2pm. Fresh produce, bread & pastries, fish & seafood, street food, clothes, arts & crafts, household goods, fishing tackle, handmade jewellery etc. For market stall hire tel 01273 517544 or email: newhavenmarket@outlook.com Quit51 Stop Smoking Service Seaford Medical Practice, Dane Rd Tues: 9am-6pm Fri: 9am-1pm. One-to-one clinics. Tues: 5pm6.30pm. Quit club in a friendly group environment. Tel: 0800 6226968 Seaford Community Garden Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden Weds: 9.30am - 12.30pm. Sat: 10am - 12 noon. Garden open, plants and produce for sale. All welcome. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/scg Seaford Old Town Hall Community Tea Room Church Street, Seaford Mon - Fri: 10am - 1pm. Sat: 10am - 12 noon. Come and enjoy the comfort of a rest, hot drink, friendly chat. Seaford Police Neighbourhood Policing Team Meet & Greet Downs Leisure Centre Thurs: 3.30pm Meet your local Police Community Support Officers. www.sussex.police.uk Seaford Street Markets Sutton Road 2nd & 4th Friday of the month: 9am - 1pm. www. seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk/ Street-Markets.aspx

Ladies’ clubs

Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild The Chapel Room, St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Road, Seaford 2nd Tues of month: 7.30pm. New members always welcome. Tel: 01323 899845 or email blatchingtonhilltg@gmail.com Inner Wheel Club of Seaford Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road 2nd Tues of month: 7.30pm. Members only. Seaford Martello WI St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, off Church Street 2nd Thurs of month: 7.30pm. New members welcome. Tel: 01273 583484, email: angeaston@sky.com Seaford NWR (National Women’s Register) Members’ homes and out and about Various days: For women who are interested in everything and talk about anything. More details visit www.nwr.org.uk or contact us directly by email: nwrseaford@gmail.com Seaford Sweethearts WI Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd 4th Tues of month: 8pm. New members welcome. www. seafordsweetheartswi.com Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd 2nd Weds of month: 2pm. Mon: 2pm-4pm (fortnightly. Play reading. 1st & 3rd Weds: 1.30pm-4pm. Art, Craft & Chat. Every other month: Book reading. www.esfwi.org.uk/wis/seaford

music & drama The Archway Blatchington Rd Tel 01323 897590 www.thearchwaygroup.com Gospelish Choir Mon: 8pm - 9.30pm. Gospel & soul-inspired music. £7 a session. Contemporary Choir Chyngton School, Millberg Rd Weds: 12.30pm - 2pm at Archway, 8pm - 9.30pm Everything from Ellington to Supertramp. £7 per session. Chyngton Youth Academy of Arts and Drama St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Thurs: 4pm. Ages 5-12 Fri: 5.30pm. Ages 12-18. For drama classes contact Ellen on 07791 081935

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Concentus Choir United Reformed Church, Upperton Road, Eastbourne Mon: 7.30pm - 9.45pm. No need to read music to join this friendly choir, which regularly sings in Seaford. Tel: Evelyn 01323 643358 www.concentus-sings.com

Seaford Little Theatre Workshop & Social Evening Steyne Road Weds: 7.30 - 10pm (except during productions). Set building, props and backstage activities. Tel 01323 351882 Seaford Musical Theatre The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane Tues & Thurs: 7.30pm. The Downs Singers Rehearsals - new members Downs 60+ Club, Sutton Crn. welcome. Tel: 01323 492240 Weds: 10.30am - 11.30am. Friendly. No need to read music. Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors Tel: 01323 896422 on Tues 10am The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane -12pm or come on the day. Weds: 6 - 8pm. Performance based learning for young people. Haven Harmonies Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Enquiries: 07710 426321 or email: paulawoolven@hotmail.com Newhaven BN9 9LH Mon: 7 - 9pm. Contemporary Seaford Silver Band repertoire accompanied on Seaford Head School, Steyne Rd guitar. No need to read music. £6 Weds: 8 - 10pm. Rehearsals. per session. Tel 01273 611068 New members welcome. or email: marianstanley43@gmail. Tel: 01323 892424 or com for more information. 07740 646386 visit www. seafordsilverband.co.uk Michael Piraner Recorder Workshops Seaford Youth Drama Group Cross Way Church, Steyne Road Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 2nd Sat every month: 2pm Mon: groups from 5pm. 4.30pm. Tel: Val Underhill 01323 Very reasonable prices. New 895230, email: val.underhill@ members welcome. Contact googlemail.com Chris on 01323 892023 Play Readings at the Seaford Sound Baths The Yurt, Florence Little Theatre 4 Steyne Road House, Southdown Road 1st Tues every month: 7.30pm. 1st and 3rd Tues of the month: Everyone welcome to join in Bathe in these lovely soothing or just listen; play readings are sounds. Tel 07515 961327 held in the coffee lounge. Tel: Southdown Society of Mary 01323 351882 or email Recorder Players gmaryyoung@gmail.com St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd SBC Singers 4th Sat of the month: 2 - 5pm. Seaford Baptist Church, Contact Maggie Jakeman, Belgrave Road 01323 895552 or email: Weds: 7pm. New members mjakeman@sky.com always welcome. U3A Orchestra Tel: Peter 01273 586687 Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd Seaford Choral Society Fri: 10am - 12 noon. Conductor St Lukes Church, Walmer Rd Pat White. Tel: Phyllis Merrifield Mon: 7.15 - 9.15pm. New on 01323 893882 singers always welcome, no U3A Recorder Group experience necessary, no St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd audition. Tel: 01323 301683, Weds: 2 - 4pm. Tel: Val Underhill email: info@seaford-choralon 01323 895230 Email: val. society.com www.seaford-choral-society.com underhill@googlemail.com Seaford Drum Group The Archway, 1 Blatchington Rd Tues: 7pm - 9pm. Group drumming. No experience necessary, everyone welcome. Tel: Jamie 07863 159742

Baby & Pre-School

Ante- & Postnatal Excercise Class Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford Tues: 10.45 - 11.30am. Specialist exercise class for mums to be Seaford Handbell Ringers St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd and new mums. Crèche on site or baby welcome in class. Tel: Weds: 10am - 12.30pm. New 07901 683577 or 01323 490011 members welcome. For more or email c.s.cornish@hotmail.com information, tel: Margaret Hopkins 01323 325305

Artsmart Pre-school Messy Play Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Mon: 11am - 12pm. Drop in £4.50, siblings £3. Artsmart holiday workshops contact Ann on 07834 629133 or facebook Baby and Toddler Experience Seaford, Lewes and Newhaven Classes for babies & toddlers to develop, learn and have fun. Tel: 07834 231971 www.the babyandtoddlerexperience.co.uk Big Park Buggy Walk Gateway Café, Big Park, Piddinghoe Avenue, Peacehaven Weds: 10am. No need to book - just turn up. www.sussexcommunity.org.uk Jitterbugs Under 5s Denton Island Community Centre, Newhaven Fri: 9.30am - 10.30am. Term time only. Tel: 01273 517250 Email: familylearning@ sussexcommunity.org.uk Parent and Toddler Group St Peter’s Church Chapel Rms Tues: 9 - 11am. Open to all. Piglets Toddler Group St Thomas More Church Wednesdays: 9.30 - 11.30am. Facebook: Piglets Seaford Who Let the Dads Out? Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 2nd Sat of month: 9.30am 11.30am. Parents and toddlers group for fathers, grandfathers or male carers and their pre-school children. Tel: 01323 896009

sport & dance Alfriston Badminton Club Pleasant Rise, Alfriston Weds: 8 - 10pm. Small friendly group looking to expand its membership. All standards welcome. Tel: 01323 645210 Autumn Riverside Walk Lewes Road Hut, Robinson Road, Newhaven Mon: 2.30pm. A 30-minute, easy walk around the nature reserve.Tel 01273 516032, email: healthylifestyles@ sussexcommunity.org.uk Ballet, Tap and Modern Bond School of Dance, St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road Weds, Fri & Sat: from 3 years. Free trial class. Tel: 01323 492795 or 07703 485348 www.nikki-b-danceschool.co.uk

Ballet,Tap, Modern & Jazz Seahaven Dance, Seaford and Newhaven Mon - Sat Contact Mechele on 07738 831616, email: info@seahavendance.co.uk www.seahavendance.co.uk Ballroom Dance Classes with Studio Tempo Constitutional Club, Crouch La. Thurs: 5.45pm. Beginners Sequence. 7.30pm. Beginners Ballroom. 8.30pm. Follow-on class. Classes also held in Newhaven. Tel: 01273 476565 Barefoot Boogaloo Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven 4th Tues of the month: 7.30 - 9.30pm. £7£5 concs. Visit Facebook page for more details. Basketball with Seahaven Force Seahaven Academy, Southdown Road, Newhaven Thurs: 7pm - 9.30pm. Adults open scrimmage (mixed). Sat: 10am - 12 noon. Open squad session 11-17 years. Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford Sun: 11am - 1pm. Mini Ballers 6-11 years. Tel: 07900 817868 www.seahavenforce.com Body Vibes Windover Fitness, nr Alfriston Tues: 10am. Thurs: 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Tel: 01323 871554/07930 738034 Body Works Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road Fri: 2pm: All age circuits, 2.45 - 4pm: Older adult stretch & tone. £5 pp. Tel: 01323 871554/07930 738034 Boxercise® Wave Leisure, Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Mon: 7pm. Circuits and Bootcamp. Tues: 7.30pm. Cardio Padwork and Aerobox. All classes suitable for beginners. Tel: 01273 510784 or book online: www.waveleisure.co.uk

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Crouch Bowling Club Crouch Gardens, East Street April-Sept: Outdoor bowling. All age groups welcome. Free coaching by qualified coaches Tel Pat: 01323 654788 www. crouchbowlingclubseaford.co.uk Cycle Seahaven Various locations Organised rides for MTB and road riders of all levels of fitness and experienc. £5 per year All rides are listed on www. cycleseahaven.org.uk Denton Indoor Bowls Club Denton Island, Newhaven Mon - Sun: 9am - 7pm. New members welcome. Tel 01273 514664 Extend Activities to music, suitable for older people. have fun while you improve your balance and mobility, with seated options. For classes and times in the area tel Sandria on 01273 514152 Fitness Courses Newhaven & Hailsham Tues: times and days vary; email for info. FREE. Email: healthylifestyles@ sussexcommunity.org.uk www.sussexcommunity.org.uk Fitness Pilates Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd Tues: 12.30 - 1.30pm. £7.50 pay as you go or £49 for 8 sessions. Have fun! Suitable for all. Contact Karen on 01273 305827 email: karen.funandfit@gmail.com Football Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road Tues: Lunchtime. Indoor kickabout for Seaford Head Year 7 & 8 students only. Steyne Site sports hall. 5pm - 6pm. Free kickabout for Year 7+, Downs Leisure Centre. Fri: 9 - 10pm. Football Street League session with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Community. Downs Leisure Centre, £1. Tel: 01323 892531 Forces Fit The Salts Recreation Ground Mon & Weds: 7pm Sun: 10am Free tasters available. Book online at www.forcesfit.co.uk Health Walks Martello Tower/The Salts Café 10am - 11am. Health walks, Tuesdays First Tuesday of the month from Salts Café and third from Martello Tower. All ages and abilities welcome. Free. Run by The Conservation Volunteers.

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Tel: Jennifer on 07740 899559, email j.deering@tcv.org.uk Kettlercise and CoreAbility Wave Leisure, Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Mon: 6pm. Kettlercise. All over body toning and fat burning workout. Tues: 6.30pm. Core-focused kettlebell and bodyweight workout. All classes suitable for beginners. Tel: 01273 510784 or book online: www.waveleisure.co.uk Line Dancing Daytime classes for mixed abilities. Tel Val on 01323 325993 Line Dancing Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road Tues: 5.30 - 6.30pm Beginners, 6.30 - 7.30pm Improvers, 7.30 9pm Intermediates. Fri: 5.30 - 6.30pm Beginners, 6.30 - 7.30pm Improvers, 7.30 9pm Intermediates. Tel Gina on 01273 470456 or 07443 425621 Line Dancing with Southern Stomp Various venues Absolute ‘Two Left Feet’ workshops and an afternoon beginners class. To reserve a place, tel: 01273 587714 Line Dancing with Studio In Line Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Mon 7.30 -10pm. All levels Downs Leisure Centre Thurs 9.30 - 10.30am. Absolute beginners, 10.30am - 12pm. All levels. Tel: 07931 930770 Meditation & Relaxation St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Sat: 10 - 11am. The Archway, Blatchington Rd Tues: 11am -12 noon. Fri: 6 - 7pm. Tel: 01323 365802 or 07557 539507. Email: pia1807@hotmail.co.uk Meditation Group Seaford Osteopathic Clinic, Paignton House, Warwick Rd Tues: 7.30pm-8.30pm. £6. Please contact Jacqueline for details. Tel: 07963 014560 Meditation Groups Seaford Tues: 10am-12 noon & 7pm9pm. Meetings held in Ann’s home. 1 to 1 sessions, massage and life coaching also available. For further details, tel: Ann 07989 294445

Mums’ Fitness Mercread Centre, Mercread Rd Mon: 9.30am. Burn & Tone Weds: 9.30am. Burn & Tone Fri: 9.30am. Total Toning Seaford: Tues: 9.30am. Tots and Tums Thurs: 9.30am. Tots & Tums Children welcome in all classes. £25 for 5. New members first 3 classes £10. www.facebook.com/ MumsFitnessUK Tel Alex 07540 551054 Newhaven Bowling Club Fort Road, Newhaven Sat: 10am - 11.30am. Junior Bowls Club. 11.45am - lunch. #Letsplaybowls adult try-it-out sessions. Qualified coach and members on hand to help all learn and improve. Tel: 07401 663519 www.newhavenbowling club.weebly.com Nordic Walking Various locations Sat: Morning walks in Sussex. Afternoon taster/introductory sessions on the seafront. Weds: 7pm. Evening taster/ introductory sessions at Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Rd. Tel: Kathryn 01323 891492, email: kathrynmcdonald2@ googlemail.com

tuition. Tel: 07944 785520, email: karenmoves@gmail.com www.movementforlife-pilates. co.uk Seaford & Blatchington Tennis Club Belgrave Road, Seaford The club is open 7 days a week, providing a wide variety of tennis activities. For further details, please contact membership secretary Dee Kellaway on 01323 891372 Seaford & District Folk Dance Group Sutton Hall, Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road Mon: 7.45pm. New members welcome, first visit free. Tel: Judy 01323 890759 or Pam 01273 585551 Seaford Bowling Club Chichester Road, Seaford Outdoor bowling now closed. Short mat and social events continue through the winter. New members very welcome. Tel: 01323 892831 www.seafordbowlingclub.org

Seaford Cricket Club Salts Recreation Ground, Park Road Junior outdoor training Fri: 6pm-7pm. Under 10s to under 13s. 7pm-8pm. Under 14s to under 16s. Email: seanwootten@rocketmail.com Outdoor Walks & Activities Senior outdoor training Various locations Tues & Thurs: 6.30pm-8pm. Informal, friendly group walks and gardening/outdoor activities Email: smithjps@hotmail.com New players and beginners in Seaford, Eastbourne and welcome. Brighton. FREE. Tel: 01273 516032 for current list. Seaford Kurlers www.sussexcommunity.org.uk Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, Seaford Pilates – Alfriston Pilates Tues: 2 - 4pm. All welcome. Tel: Lower Ground Floor Studio, June Wood on 01323 895376 1-3 Dane Road Daily and evenings (except Seaford Netball Club Sunday). Pilates £10, PiYo £8, Seaford Head Sports Hall Flowin’ £7. Mon: 5pm-5.30pm. Starlets, age Tel: 07903 681962. Email: 7-9, £2.50. alfristonpilates@btinternet.com 5.30pm-6.30pm. Shadows, age www.alfristonpilates.com 10-12, £3. 6.30pm-7.30pm. Shadows, age Pilates 13-15, £3. The Archway Arts Centre, 7.30pm-9pm. Seniors, £5. Blatchington Road New members welcome. Tel Tues & Thurs evenings Clare Flack: 07724 956649. Weds, Thurs & Fri mornings Tel Tricia 07941 922129 Seaford Rambling Club www.pilatesofseaford.co.uk Various locations A varied programme of walks Pilates – Movement for Life for active people. For details tel Seaford Osteopathic Clinic, 01323 894370 or www.seafordPaignton House,Warwick Road rambling-club.freeola.org Mon-Sat: daily classes. Mon & Thurs: evening. Seaford Rugby Football Club Back care, Gentle and Dynamic Salts Recreation Ground, Pilates, Reformer, Pilates Yoga Marine Parade Flow and Yoga classes for all Tues & Thurs: 7 - 9pm. Recruiting ages and abilities, plus personal new players for two teams in the

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Sussex leagues. Come along or contact Paul Burns on 07732 202208 Seaford Rugby Football Club Junior Training Salts Recreation Ground, Marine Parade Sun: 10.30am -12pm. Ages ranging from 6 to 16, a friendly but ambitious squad. Come along or tel 07818 438378 Seaford Striders Running Club From Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road Mon & Weds (main night): 7pm. All ages and abilities welcome. www.seafordstriders.org.uk Seaford Traditional Folk Dance Group St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road Wed: 10.15am-12.15pm. Visitors, new members welcome. £4 pw. Tel: 01323 897315 Swimming Lessons Newlands School, Eastbourne Rd Sat: Beginners: 9.15 - 9.45am, Improvers: 9.45 - 10.30am, Improver 2/advanced: 10.30 -11.15am. 6-week courses, £30. Tel: 07989 455020 Tai Chi Alfriston Pilates, Lower Ground Floor Studio, 1-3 Dane Road, Thurs: 12 noon - 1pm. £8 per class, first class free. Soft, slow and gentle movement suitable for everyone. Tel: 07971 296698 Email: audral@aol.com Tea Dancing Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Thurs: 2 - 4.30pm tea dance with Peter Harvey. Tel: 01323 890087

Weds: 10am. Pregnancy yoga 2pm. Gentle yoga for those living with cancer, ME and heart ailments 7pm. Classical therapeutic yoga. Thurs: 10am. Mixed abilities New yoga studio with all equipment provided. 5-week courses for small groups with highly qualified teacher. Tel: 01273 512306 Yoga – Chair Based Yoga Seaford Osteopathic Clinic, Paignton House, Warwick Rd Tues: 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Block of 6 classes £48. Drop in £10, space permitting. Maximum class size 7. For those who find floor work less suitable. Gentle class for posture, increased flexibility and relaxation. Tel: Christine 07764 188615 Email: savvachristine@gmail.com Yoga Classes for the Less Able St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd Thurs: 11am - 12pm. Seaford Group of Eastbourne & South Wealden Multiple Sclerosis Society. Exercises on floor and chair with trained yoga teacher. £5 per lesson. Tel. 01323 500932 Yoga – Himalayan Hatha Yoga Seaford Osteopathic Clinic, Paignton House, Warwick Rd Mon: 6pm - 7pm. With Karen Hall. Tel: 07944 785520 Email: karenmoves@gmail.com

Yoga – In Balance Hatha Yoga Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Mon: 6pm-7.15pm. The Yurt, Florence House, Southdown Road Tues & Thurs: 10am-11.30am. WI Hall, Claremont Road Walking Football Newhaven Weds: 7pm-8.15pm. FC, Fort Road, Newhaven Small group hatha yoga Mon: 6.30pm - 7.30pm. sessions for all abilities.1-2-1 Age 50+, all genders yoga sessions can be arranged. welcome. Tel 01273 516032, Relaxing body massage and email: healthylifestyles@ therapeutic sports massage sussexcommunity.org.uk also available. Tel: Sophie 07444 Wave Leisure Health Walks 549859, email: inbalancesussex@ From Downs Leisure Centre, gmail.com www.in-balance. Sutton Road org.uk Thurs: 10am. Tel: 01323 490011 Yoga – Purrfect Yin and Tonic - Yin Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Yoga for Fibromyalgia Thurs: 6.20pm St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Rd The Yurt at Florence House, Thurs: 9.30am - 10.45am. A Southdown Road gentle, slow floor-based practice Tues: 7am Weds: 11.45am and that focuses on the connective 1pm Thurs: 8.15am tissues. Tel: 07816 154644 St James’ Trust, Blatchington Email: jacqui.johnston@hotmail. Rd, Seaford co.uk Mon: 8.30am beginners yoga, 9.30am. Tues: 6.30pm pregnancy Yoga Newhaven and new mum yoga. 7.30pm Tues: 10am. 60+ yoga 7pm. Pranayama and meditation (with Beautiful Yoga). All abilities welcome. Ante- and postnatally

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Zumba Toning: Meeching Hall, Newhaven Weds: 7pm-8pm Sculpting the arms and core. Tel: 07786 425758 www.louisecavefitness.co.uk

Yoga – Satyam Yoga Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Thurs: 10am -11.30am. Weight loss All levels of ability, beginners welcome. £40 for 5 class pass, & Beauty Overeaters Anonymous valid for 8 weeks or £10 per class drop-in. Tel: 07774 862499. A self-help group for people who wish to change their www.satyamyoga.co.uk behaviour around food and Yoga – Seahaven Yoga eating. www.oagb.org.uk The Archway, 1 Blatchington Rd Slimming World Sat: 9.30am. Seaford Constitutional Club, Weds: 7.30pm. Crouch Lane The Anahata Health Clinic Tues: 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm. 119/120 Edward St, Brighton With new consultant, Tina Weds: 10.45am. Simpson, tel: 07534 901591 The Rendezvous, 168 South Chyngton Methodist Church, Coast Road, Peacehaven Millberg Road Fri: 1.30pm. Thurs: 5.30pm & 7.30pm. Gentle traditional yoga suitable Emma, tel: 07790 214806 for all. Last class of 2017 Weds Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 20th Dec. 2018 classes begin Weds: 5.30pm & 7.30pm. Tina, Weds 10th Jan. Tel 07983 tel: 07534 901591 622840/01323 892638 Email: seahavenyoga@btinternet.com Weight Loss Challenge www.seahavenyoga.co.uk & Wellness Club WellnessWorks, Seaford Yoga with Therese Fri: 11am. £35 for 12 weeks. The Yurt, Florence House, Free private consultation by Southdown Road appointment. Tel 01323 897671 Mon: 9.30am - 11am Thurs: 6pm - 7.30pm & Herbalife Healthy Breakfast & 7.30pm - 9pm Sampling Free. Tel 01323 897671 Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Skin Care Workshop Mon: 6.30pm - 8pm & Facial Free. Tel 01323 897671 Weds: 10am - 11.30am Weight Watchers Bishopstone Village Hall 60+ Club, Downs Leisure Ctr Thurs: 10.30am - 12 noon Sutton Road Mon: 9.45am. Also regular sound baths Join us and relax with a cup of and workshops. Tel Therese coffee or tea. on 07515 961327 or email: Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, theresesaunders7@aol.com Newhaven Tues: 6.15pm. Zumba with Louise Seaford Baptist Church, Zumba Fitness: Belgrave Road Weds: 5.45pm. Mercread Youth Club, Seaford Come along and learn about Tues & Thurs 10am-11am. Smart Points. Contact Sally Shimmy your way to fitness. on 07758 653851, email: Zumba Gold: sallyevans@weight-watchers. Mercread Youth Club, Seaford co.uk Tues & Thurs: 2pm-3pm. Less energetic but lots of fun. Peacehaven RC Church Hall, Horsham Ave Weds: 11am-12 noon.

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