Seaford Scene June 2014

SEAFORD Scene June 2014 Issue 86

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Feeling Good About Seaford The Mayor’s Open Garden Trail Seaford Rail’s 150Year Celebrations 60th Birthday for Seaford Art Club Distributed free eachScene month to01273 homes and businesses in Seaford To advertise in Seaford please call 710793 or email fran@seafordscene.co.uk 1

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Welcome

Welcome to the June issue of Seaford Scene. What a bumper month it’s going to be! There are notable celebrations taking place including 150 years of Seaford Rail, 60 years Seaford Art Club and 30 years Seaford Twinning Association. The Mayor’s Open Garden Trail kicks off and Seaford Tree wardens are back on the streets. The Rude Mechanical Theatre returns to the Crouch Gardens, whilst ‘Pack up your Troubles’ is on at the Barn Theatre and Meeching Amateur Dramatics are putting on their latest production, ‘Old Boilers’.

Seaford Half Marathon is on the 8th and Seaford Veteran’s Armed Forces Day is on the 28th. There are fête’s, car boot sales, open gardens and parties, sailing and sport events – there’s so much to enjoy!

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4 Feeling Good About Seaford 6 The Mayor’s Open Garden Trail 2014 9 Seaford Community Cinema 10 60th Birthday for Seaford Art Club 14 Open Secret...

18 Get on Board! Charity Chairman leads by Example 20 Seaford Tennis Club Open Day 21 Seaford Youth Sports Awards – Nominate Now! 22 Running Commentary...

23 Seaford Town Forum 25 The Society of One-Armed Golfers 26 Seaford Rail 150 Year Celebrations 28 Seaford Choral Society 33 St George’s Day Was a Triumph 37 The Clinton Centre Country-Style Market 40 Rotary Club of Seaford 44 Mercread Youth Centre 48 Seahaven Lioness Club 51 Inner Wheel of Seaford 54 Seaford Kurlers 57 Who’s Who In Seaford?

60 MAD – Meeching Amateur Dramatics 60 The Rude Mechanical Theatre Brings

‘The Wife’ to Seaford 66 Seen in Seaford 66 Newhaven,Peacehaven and Seaford

Lions Club 68 East Blatchington Lectures 68 What’s On at the Hop? 72 Seaford Times 75 Seaford Head Nature Reserve 77 Seaford Silver Band 79 Seaford Afternoon Flower Club 81 A View From The Potting Shed 82 Seaford Community Garden 85 Seaford Gardening Club 92 Seaford Trees: How you can help – and it

doesn’t need money 95 Seahaven Storehouse 101 Inspiring Women for 30 Years (5W) 103 Seahaven Coastal Trail 106 French Twinning Group 110 30 Years and Counting for Seaford Twining 110 Cascading Bears 114 What’s On in June?

117 What’s On Weekly Front cover photo: Driftwood Garden, 4 Marine Drive

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Feeling good about Seaford Enormous, entirely justifiable Civic Pride was in evidence at “Celebrating Seaford,” an open meeting at the Seaford Little Theatre on the evening of Friday 2nd May. Hosted by Lloyd Russell-Moyle, the audience was made up of invited organisations and members of the public. The Town Mayor, Councillor Mark Brown, was very warmly welcomed, and proved to be both an enthusiastic participant and a very supportive presence throughout. The 40 or so guests were those who have made a significant contribution to the Quality of Life in Seaford, but they can only be a representative sample of the wealth of public spirit Seaford fortunately enjoys.

Quality of Life depends upon everyone having enough Health, Wealth and Happiness; and the invitees fell neatly under those headings.

Health

Concerning Seaford’s Community Health, former mayor Ralph Taylor represented ‘Improving Seaford Health’. Dr Mark Barnes (from the Clinical Commissioning Group which includes Seaford) was an attentive member of the audience. Karen Plantrose, a director of Horder Healthcare, outlined some of the facilities her not-forprofit charitable trust might soon bring to Seaford, although the specifics had to wait until Commissioning was complete. Karen also indicated that she and her team were keen to play their part in responding to public demand for even more medical facilities being brought to Seaford in the longer term. Jack Stonehouse spoke movingly about the entirely voluntary work of Seaford Responders, an input which was roundly applauded.

Community Support also contributes to health. St James’ Trust provides companionship and much more for the elderly and disabled residents of Seaford’ Roger Daw, from the now 80 years old Macreads, spoke passionately about the work of the youth centre; Ann Jacobs told of how Seahaven Storehouse presently supports nearly 70 Seaford families who find themselves in difficult circumstances. Ann paid tribute in turn to the many, very public spirited people who make regular contributions to the Storehouse.

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Wealth

A group of business people have maintained an excellent High Street in Seaford despite other towns suffering badly from the recession. Greg Livermore from the Co-op talked about the store’s complete makeover, and the Co-op’s commitment to charitable causes.

Badger Inks was complimented for excellent Customer Service. Dairen McGee, co-proprietor of Sussex Eye Care, Toytown and Stitch explained that Toytown had been his attempt to stem the tide of high street decay in order to protect his life’s investment in his ophthalmic business. Merchandising decisions at Toytown are literally in the hands of his children, their ‘thumbs-up’ meaning ‘Stock it, Dad!’ Those who educate and inform us are in turn, crucial to wealth creation. Seaford’s University of the Third Age, represented by John Jeffries, attracts a huge following.

Tributes were paid to ‘Haven News’, the web based information exchange, and Seahaven FM, our local radio station. Mick Barrett was there to hear appreciation of our excellent Museum, as was Melanie Nicholls from Seaford’s newly built Library. Sarah Speadie, deputy head of Seaford Head School, sketched out plans for the new 6th form she will lead, amusingly blaming a short hitch on Archaeology; thousands of newly discovered rare fossils are the culprits!

Happiness

The largest group were those who volunteer to entertain Seaford through the Arts in its many forms.

Seaford Musical Theatre told of its work with young folk; the Crypt Gallery enticed us with offers no one could refuse; and Jean McCapra from Seaford Music Society Photo: Runners up Seahaven Storehouse: Ann Jacobs holds the Certificate, with Cllr Mark Brown, Town Mayor, and host Lloyd Russell-Moyle.

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was so eloquent that she signed up two new members on the spot! Seaford Choral Society was praised not just for its beautiful music making, but for the money it has raised for many of the Charities present. On the Environment, Tree Warden Keith Blackburn brought the excellent news that the scheme was back in business; praise was heaped upon both ‘Friends of Tide Mills’ represented by Jim Skinner, and upon the Community Gardens. The floral theme of Seaford Railway station, (due to celebrate its 150th birthday this year) was notably enjoyed by many.

Poll

Those attending could choose to take part in a Poll to find who they thought had made the most significant impact on Seaford’s Quality of Life. The Runner Up was announced first, and the Mayor was heard to exclaim “Very good! That’s one of my Charities!” It was Seahaven Storehouse. Ann Jacobs and colleagues were presented with a framed Certificate. But nobody from the winning organisation was to be found! The Seaford Responders had departed on their second “shout” during the meeting. The Town Mayor declared that the evening had been “a splendid Community Event”, and announced he would be pleased to present the Winners Certificate to Seaford Responders before the next Council Meeting, an offer host Lloyd Russell-Moyle was delighted to accept.

Questions

Sarah Speadie, Karen Plantrose, Roger Daw and Dairen McGee formed a Panel to respond the Quality of Life questions and comments about Seaford from the audience. Points raised included better signposting, a timetable for improving health facilities, and employment opportunities for Seaford school-leavers. When the Host called for one last question, everyone was stunned by the simplicity yet enormity of that question: “What is the biggest issue for Seaford today?” There came answers of course, but a debate could easily have followed requiring another full evening. If readers would also like to put their point of view, why not do so through the pages of this journal? Alternatively, write direct to Lloyd RussellMoyle, 3 North Street, Lewes BN7 3PA. Lloyd promises an answer for everyone who writes to him.

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THE MAYOR’S OPEN GARDEN TRAIL 2014, SUNDAY 22ND JUNE The newly elected Mayor of Seaford, Cllr. Mark Brown would like to invite you all to the 3rd annual trail of nine gardens will take place this month! He tells us that the trail organiser, Geoff Stonebanks, has somehow managed to get another three brand new gardens, never having opened to the public before, to join this year’s event!

Lee Highley’s lovely garden at 39 Marine Drive (left), along with Barbara & Gerald Mine’s plot at 47 Marine Drive, both in Bishopstone, will reveal their breathtaking views over Newhaven Harbour and Tide Mills, while Clare Mayers’s colourful garden at 36 Kedale Road (below) will be making up the new trio!

There will be a few old favourites, including Geoff ’s own award-winning garden, Driftwood, at 4 Marine Drive, which has just been named by Sussex Life Magazine as one of the 25 must see gorgeous gardens in Sussex this summer and featured in a national gardening magazine last month!

Other old hands of the trail are Carol & Ernie Arnold’s delightful garden, Cosy Cottage, at 69 Firle Road, and Helen & Dave Roberts’ fun filled garden, Windover, in Chyngton Lane North. The recently newly named Seaford Community Garden opens up for the trail again, as does Sheila and Dave Thomas’s garden, 14 Lullington Close, nestling at the bottom of Seaford Head. Garden number nine is new to the trail thanks to Chris Kilsby agreeing to open the garden gates at Burford, in Cuckmere Road.

So the scene is set for an interesting trail of nine uniquely individual gardens opening in aid of the Mayor’s charities for 2014. The two charities that the Mayor has chosen for his Mayoral year are, Waves, a charity which supports families in Seaford who are encountering difficulties within their lives, and Seahaven Storehouse

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which provides basic food items to individuals and families in need within the Seahaven area.

Sincere thanks must go, for the 3rd year running, to Steve and Sava from Pomegranate, without whom the event would not take place. Their generous sponsorship of the event is greatly appreciated! There will be a grand raffle again, with 1st prize of a gardening voucher for £100.

Entry to all nine gardens will be through a £5 ticket which can be purchased at the first garden visited and where maps can also be collected. Full details including trail map, individual garden location maps and other information on the trail can be found at www. mayorsopengarden.co.uk The Tourist Information Office will also have trail maps available from 16th June. Other enquiries to Geoff at 01323 899296.

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60s New York, our anti-hero may foretell the likes of Bob Dylan but is Llewyn really talented or simply deluded?

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It is with huge thanks for his friendly enthusiasm, commitment and hard work that we are saying goodbye to our Front of House Manager, Chris Matthews this summer. This means that the cinema committee is looking for a new member to take on this role. Please apply via the ‘Contact’ page on our website www. seafordcinema.org and select ‘House Manager’ from the drop down menu.

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The film programme, tickets and membership are all available online, at www.seafordcinema.org, Seaford Tourist Centre and on the door. Seaford Community Cinema is a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.You’ll find a warm welcome at our screenings, which are held in the Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane, BN25 1QL.

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60th birthday for Seaford Art Club Seaford Art Club is long-established and celebrates its 60th anniversary at the end of June with its birthday show at the Crypt Gallery daily from June 28th to July 3rd.

This year, apart from just paintings on the wall, there will be gift cards for sale, and also some free drawing activities for those who love to draw and those who say they can’t.

The Seaford Art Club was first founded in 1954 by the late Peggy Matheson and her father, together with their friends Betty Smith and Peggy Oaken – all, sadly, no longer with us. The oldest surviving member is 90 year-old Nina Matheson who joined the club in the early 1960s.

Indeed, the same ethos continues today as almost all of the members have had some kind of tuition before they joined. Some of our current members have taught art professionally or, in a few cases, retired from professional careers as illustrators, graphic artists or designers. In the past such high standards may have discouraged potential new members, but today, joining is a far less formal affair.

In more recent years a change of venue followed and economic conditions sadly saw a dramatic reduction in membership, but in the past few years, thanks to the chairmanship of Janice Dennington, treasurer Marion Freelove and committee members, the club is once again thriving with well attended weekly meetings at the Downs Leisure Centre.

“Seaford is a very friendly and social art club,” affirms the club’s current chairman Jeremy Sales. “The age range of our membership spans several decades and encompasses huge talent and experience. It’s not a competitive environment, but a high standard does encourage less experienced members to develop their skills while having fun. Yet, as art is the common interest, everyone gets on.

“While we don’t offer tuition, members inevitably swap new ideas and try new techniques. Moreover, a varied programme provides opportunities to draw or paint new subjects in many different styles. There are coffee mornings too, trips to outdoor locations (in summer) with day excursions to major galleries to spur inspiration and members partners are involved where possible. It’s a club, first and foremost, with art the common interest at its heart.”

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“When I joined,” she recalled, “the club had 120 members – despite a strict joining criteria to ensure a The Seaford Art Club If you are interested in joining high standard. At that time, each Seaford Art Club please contact new applicant had to submit two Anne Benson on 01323 491008 June 28th – July 3rd 2014 framed or mounted paintings or visit: 1954 – 2014 Celebrating 60 years of art for consideration. These were Venue: Arts@theCrypt www. seafordartclub.weebly.com 1 9 5 4 23 Church Street, Seaford, Sussex BN25 1HE appraised by four of the club’s more 2014 Open everyday 10am until 4.30pm Seaford Art Club Annual Art Traditional and contemporary art at reasonable prices experienced artists and, depending Show is on from June 28th on their opinion, applicants would to July 3rd 2014. Open from be accepted or rejected. Although 10.30am – 4.30pm. Free Admission.Venue: Arts@ that sounds hard, the club existed to support people who theCrypt, 23 Church Street, Seaford BN25 1HE. could paint and not teach those who couldn’t.”

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Get On Board! Charity Chairman leads by example The Chairman of Community Transport charity, CTLA, Marcus Dode, is encouraging people to ‘Get On Board’ with his team of Seaford half marathon runners.

The event, run by NP&S Lions Club and the Seaford Striders, is taking place on Sunday 8th June. Running with Marcus will be CTLA supporters, Natalie Harper, Mike Harper, Christina Jaenicke and Graham White. The route around Seaford will take in some spectacular views over the Weald from the South Downs, as well as the beautiful downland village of Alfriston, the Cuckmere Valley and the coast.

CTLA exists to provide an accessible transport service to people in need, and to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation in vulnerable service users. Community transport champions independence and improving quality of life for all, and has the added environmental benefit of reducing pollution and parking problems.

You can support ‘Team CTLA’ with sponsorship by visiting their page at : www.localgiving.com/teamctla Team Photo: CTLA member Christina Jaenicke at a previous run.

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SEAFORD TENNIS CLUB OPEN DAY WELCOMES ALL If the thought of Wimbledon just around the corner has inspired you pick up your racket, the message from Seaford Tennis Club is don’t just watch – join in at their annual open day!

Sunday 8th June 10am - 4pm

The event is on Sunday 8th June when there will be an opportunity for everyone to have a go at the sport at the club’s courts in Belgrave Road, Seaford.

The free open day is from 10am to 4pm and all are welcome – adults and juniors. Attractions include: free coaching, ball machine, short tennis, speed gun, games and more. If anyone signs up as a new member on the day they will be entitled to a 50% discount on membership.

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Running Commentary...

The number of people taking up running as a pastime has been rising significantly in recent years, so I believe that it is worth looking at the unofficial Code of Conduct that most runners abide by. It has been evolving since the running boom of the 1980s and comprises a mixture of wisdom and common sense.

All I’ve done here is to add a dash or two of humour to a selection of the main points.

1. Respect runners who overtake you in the final stages of a race.

They must be good to beat you!

2. Clean your trainers once a week (OK, I was only joking) 3. Don’t spit into the wind, and if you have to spit at all, check first that no one is in the firing line. No runner likes to be on the receiving end of such thoughtlessness.

4. When finishing a race, try to look your best and finish strongly, put on a brave face and don’t let anyone know how exhausted or injured you really are. Save that for the post-race discussions with other runners, who are generally sympathetic. 5. When you’re bunched together at the start line of a race don’t tie runners’ laces together.

6. In family fun runs, young runners, should not overtake whoever it was who gave them a lift to the race. It’s disrespectful, and anyway, they might not get a lift home.

7. While out running, don’t respond to verbals from morons who think they’re making clever comments.

8. Always LBWBYCTR (look both ways before you cross the road), especially if you’re plugged into your personal stereo and can’t hear the traffic. 9. Clothing… nothing too revealing. Comfort comes ahead of image… up to a point. Tea cosies worn to keep the head warm are taboo.

Odd, old or even dirty trainers are OK, as are bright orange ones but offensive T-shirts aren’t. 10. If you lack common sense, don’t run on your own. 11. If you lack a sense of direction, wear a bumbag containing enough money to catch a bus home or wear a hi-viz cap with the word HELP on the top. 12. When out running, always slow down or walk if you find yourself approaching anyone on horseback. 13. Encourage/help runners who are new to our sport. Share your wisdom. 14. Observe the Countryside Code at all times. 15. Show respect and patience towards other users of pavements and pathways. 16. If you come across a distressed runner in a race or just out training, stop, check if he/she needs

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help. If necessary, stay and assist. 17. When approaching a water station in a race, don’t suddenly cut across runners to reach the cups of water, and don’t discard the cups recklessly. 18. Don’t go straight home after finishing a race. Stay on and cheer in other runners, just as you were cheered in. 19. Most runners are fairly light-footed so when running in the dark try not to cause alarm or panic by ‘suddenly’ running past someone. Cross to the other side of the road if necessary or ‘cough’ to give an early warning that you are there. 20. Polite greetings –

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These are not rules, but just the oil that makes our sport run smoothly. They are probably also one of the reasons why running is increasing in popularity.

Martin Bulger, founder member of Seaford Striders Running Club.

PRIZE BINGO NIGHT 14th June 2014 AT DENTON COMMUNITY HALL Denton Road, DENTON, EAST SUSSEX, BN9 0PX 1218 Squadron NEWHAVEN (ATC) Tel No: 01273 513218 DOORS OPEN AT 6.30PM FOR EYES DOWN AT 7.00PM. TICKETS TO BE PURCHASED ON THE NIGHT £1.00 PER STRIP AND THERE ARE 6 TICKETS PER STRIP PLUS 2 PRIZES PER GAME.

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SEAFORD TOWN FORUM The Seaford Town Forum was held at Seaford Baptist Church on the 29th April 2014. The local councillors were asked to come along so that the residents of Seaford could have their say and give their opinions on matters affecting Seaford town.

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Mayor Mark Brown opened the evening by welcoming everyone who had made an effort to attend.

Presentations were given by elected members of the organisations who received large grants in 2013: Seaford Lifeguards, Seaford Bonfire Society, Seaford & Newlands Amateur Boxing Club, Seaford Community Partnership and Seaford Citizens Advice Bureau.

Presentations were then given from the Mayors chosen charities for 2014, WAVES and Seahaven Storehouse, and the two charities that were chosen by last year’s Mayor Councillor Anthony White, who gave us some information and background knowledge on what they do behind the scenes of Seaford and the surrounding area.

The Mayor’s awards were given to Jill Allen, Nicky Auster, Ben King, Andy Lock, Vicky Martin, Sgt Stuart Mullins, Gerri Ori and Lesley Wetlesen for all the work they have done for Seaford Town. A new award created by the Mayor of Seaford, named The Don Mabey Annual Award after the late Mr Don Mabey MBE, who was an asset to Seaford and is dearly missed, was presented to Dave Argent. The Don Mabey Award is given to selected residents of the Seaford community for outstanding services to the town of Seaford.

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Advance Notice of Annual General Meeting of the Seaford Senior’s Forum Monday June 9th at 2pm at St Thomas More Church Hall, Highlands Road, Seaford Following the business part of the meeting there will be a presentation by William Thomas from the Horder Centre. William will provide an update on the facilities and services that will be made available from the Seaford Horder Centre which will soon be opening.

All are also welcome to come and find out more about the Seaford Senior’s Forum, which has 1300 members. There is limited parking at the hall but East Street public car park is nearby, also number 12 bus stops nearby on the Eastbourne Road. Light refreshments will be available.

New committee members are urgently needed to join the committee.

The committee can really make a difference by being involved at the early stages of consultations on a wide range of national and local issues, and by meeting major decision makers, for example ESCC Adult Social Care and Transport and Environment departments and local NHS agencies. We aim to work closely with other local groups involved in services to older people in Seaford. We have representation from Seaford Town Council, the Chamber of Commerce and Seaford Community Partnership on the committee and would welcome representatives from similar organisations.

We communicate to our members by newsletter and public meetings.

We would like to increase both of these activities but need a very active committee.

New members will be made most welcome.

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The Society of OneArmed Golfers The Society of One-Armed Golfers is holding its annual World Championship at Seaford Golf Club in Firle Road, Seaford from 7th to 13th June.

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The Society of OneArmed Golfers was founded in 1932. Initially it was principally for golfers who had lost an arm during World War 1, but over the years it has evolved and now includes golfers who have lost the use of an arm through conflict, road or industrial accidents, birth defects or neurological reasons.

The objective of the Society is to provide a level playing field for such golfers and the criteria is that every shot must be played using one arm and without the use of prosthetics or other aids.

The best one-armers play to a 5 handicap, which just goes to prove that losing the use of an arm does not prevent the participation in a game such as golf.

Over 40 players from around the world will be taking part in the main knock-out Championship and participating in other competitions throughout the week as well as taking on the members at Seaford Golf Club in matches. All this culminates in a Gala Dinner on Friday 13th June.

Another important part of the week will be that an attempt will be made on the Guinness One-Arm Golf Carry record. That is the exact point of impact of a ball, measured in a straight line, driven from a nominated tee. This currently stands at 257 metres, held by a twoarmed Swedish golf pro.

The Society is confident one of their low handicap players can beat this and they will have a proper onearmer holding the record! All spectators are welcome throughout the week and in particular for the Guinness Book of Records attempt, which will take place at 5pm on Monday 9th June.

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SEAFORD RAIL 150 Year CELEBRATIONS Saturday June 7th is the day when 150 years of rail travel between Seaford and Brighton is being celebrated.

Everyone is invited. All stations on the line will have special events. Look out for the posters, press articles and Facebook pages.

A special carriage will run along the line, bringing VIP visitors into Seaford between 11am and 12pm to recreate the line’s opening. They will lunch at the historic Terminus Hotel, now The Shore.

A History-Commentary carriage will leave Brighton on the 13.40 with commentary by historian Kevin Gordon, arriving in Seaford at 14.14. A Kids’ ‘Party Carriage’ with entertainment by WHIZZ BANG POP FESTIVAL will leave Seaford on the 14.58 and run to Brighton. To book into the special coaches for these, please ring Sam on 07891 556897 or email sam@sussexcrp.org Bishopstone Station will have film shows by Seaford Cinema and FilmSpot during the day.

Seaford Station will have railway-interest and children’s games stalls in the waiting room and car park. There will be entertainment from the Seaford Silver Band and the Baptist Church Concert Choir before lunch; with Seaford Primary School Choir and Seaford Youth Drama performing between 2pm and 3pm. St Leonard’s Church bells will peal around noon. Some shop windows will have special displays, and an authentically produced Seaford Platform Ticket, limited edition, will be on sale at £2 in aid of The Railway Children charity. Seaford Museum will be open all day with two Seaford Railway displays,

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More details can be seen on the Sussex Community Rail Partnership website http://www.sussexcrp.org/ and the Facebook page Seaford Line 150th celebrations.

A Chartered Steam Train will run from Victoria to Seaford on both 7th and 8th bringing hundreds of rail enthusiasts to mark the occasion, arriving probably between 11am and 12pm and Harveys of Lewes have brewed a special ale. It will be a really wonderful day so please come and join in the fun!

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SEAFORD CHORAL SOCIETY Presentation of cheque to WAVES

On Good Friday, 18th April, in St Leonard’s Church, Seaford, the Choral society held their annual ‘Come and Sing’ concert. The event was extremely enjoyable and very well-attended, and the Choir welcomed many guest singers to swell their ranks.

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The proceeds from this concert are always donated to a local charity chosen

by St Leonard’s Church and this year their chosen charity was WAVES, a Seaford organisation who help families in the area who are vulnerable and isolated, and in need of assistance. Such assistance is offered until the family is able to support themselves.

We were delighted to be able to hand over to WAVES a cheque for £646. The cheque was presented to Carolyn Plowman, Volunteer Co-ordinator of Waves and Reverend Paul Owen, Vicar of St Leonard’s Church, by Mike Rogers, Chairman of Seaford Choral Society.

The Choir would like to thank all those singers and members of the audience who gave so generously.

Photo: left to right Mike Rogers, Carolyn Plowman and Rev Paul Owen.

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Hello Child Arrangements Orders: goodbye to child residence and child custody As of April this year, legislation has been introduced providing for a number of changes which seek to ‘modernise’ family law.

The new changes are being introduced by the Children and Families Act 2014. So, what will this

focus on practical issues of the day to day care of the child.” [Family Justice Review]. In my mind, the public perception is still to think of ‘child custody’ and this is what many clients will ask about when first contacting us.

mean for those who may need the assistance of the

It seems that the intention behind the reform is

family court in the future?

to ensure that both parents are involved in the

The most significant changes are: Before even contemplating a court application attendance at a MIAM (Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting) will now be compulsory for

upbringing of their children and agree on the time that they spend with each parent. They will be encouraged to ‘agree’ arrangements rather than a Judge imposing an order upon them.

the person wishing to make such an application. The

I certainly welcome the compulsory mediation

other party (the Respondent) is now also expected to

assessment as I believe it will promote a more

attend. If a Respondent has refused to attend a MIAM

trusting relationship between parents and ensure

the Court can order that they do so and can adjourn

they focus on the child’s best interests. It goes

proceedings until this requirement has been satisfied.

without saying that it is much better for a child if his

A MIAM is a meeting with a trained mediator to see whether mediation will be suitable for the parties

or her parents can agree things together and not use their child as a tool with which to punish the other.

before they go to court. Many couples find mediation

I am not so confident that a Child Arrangements

useful to help them agree on the arrangements for

Order will do all that is envisaged. On the face of

their children particularly where there is a real desire

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to avoid court proceedings

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ST GEORGE’S DAY WAS A TRIUMPH

Members and friends of the Seahaven Branch of The Royal Society of St George held their annual Church Service at St Andrew’s Church, Alfriston on St George’s Day, 23rd April. It started at 6pm with a peal by the Church Bells in honour of the day, at the same time many other bells were rung throughout England, including those of St Leonard’s Church in Seaford. Mr Peter Field, Lord Lieutenant for East Sussex was able to meet the Alfriston ringers and congratulate them on their excellent performance.

Following the Service, guests crossed the Tye to Deans Place Hotel for the formal St George’s Day dinner. Amongst the guests, as well as the Lord Lieutenant and Mrs Field, were Mr Chris Gebbie, High Sheriff, the Mayors of Seaford, Telscombe and Lewes, the Deputy Mayor of Newhaven and the Vice Chair of

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A highlight of the evening was the presentation by Laurie Holland, the President of the Branch, of a new printer to Ann Blight from the Starfish Project that she runs in East Sussex to help recovering stammerers. This is a worthwhile project that the branch has been privileged to help in the past with various necessary items.

In his speech to welcome the guests, Chairman, Bob Peedle MBE, reported on the activities of the branch.

One of these was the purchase of a special trophy bought through the donations received at the funeral of the late Don Mabey MBE, the branch’s first President, which will be presented annually to the best cadet in the local Wing of the Air Training Corps. The trophy was on display. Each lady present during the evening received an English Red Rose in honour of the day. These were given by branch member Colonel Keith Barker and supplied

by Bishopstone Nurseries of Seaford.

In his response on behalf of the guests, the Lord Lieutenant praised the work of the branch in the community and highlighted the work the branch does to encourage the proper celebration of England’s National Day, St George’s Day. He also praised the Branch’s cooperation with Seaford Town Council in respect of the organisation of the annual Veterans and Armed Forces Day – this year on Saturday 28th June.

The Lord Lieutenant, Peter Field and Laurie Holland, the President of the Seahaven branch The Royal Society of St George, with the St Andrew’s bell ringers.

St George’s Day Dinners are the scene for the Ceremony of the Beef. Deans Place Hotel Chef Steward Dunkley allowed Chairman, Bob Peedle MBE, to sample the beef.

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Free space available for local Groups and charities!

The Clinton Centre Country-Style Market, held every Tuesday from 10am to 2pm, has been running for a couple of months now and is doing very well. It is for local customers and sellers alike with everything from local crafts to food stalls. There are even crochet lessons with the lovely Frankie!

The Clinton Centre café is also open from 11.30am every Tuesday, serving soup, hot lunches, puddings and cakes – two courses and a drink for less than £5! In the café’s large seating area there is FREE space available for use by local groups or charities that would like to promote what they do – maybe a drama group advertising their play, or the local scouts for advertising new members or perhaps a fundraising event? The use for it is endless and it’s FREE! All that’s required in return is that the organisation promotes or advertises that they will be there in the Clinton Centre, so both the market and the organisation will benefit on the day.

In May, the Sussex Wildlife Trust used the space and this month in June, Seaford Library will be there with information regarding the new library – I know they are looking for volunteers. The local Mencap charity from Newhaven are present on a regular basis and also hold a tombola in the market.

If you are interested in promoting your club, charity or organisation at the Clinton Market, please contact Wendy, the market organiser on 07883 611677 or email: sussexmarkets@live.co.uk, or just post a ‘like’ on Facebook – Sussex Markets. Better still, pop in and speak to Wendy at the market where you will see what it’s all about.

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T HE ENGLISH WINE CENTRE Enjoy lunch, Tuesday to Sunday or Dinner, Friday or Saturday at Flint Barn Restaurant, The English Wine Centre, Alfriston.

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Rotary Club of Seaford RYLA

In April, Ken and Kay Holt, together with David Argent, went to High Ashurst Outdoor Learning Centre at Box Hill, Dorking, to attend the Rotary Youth Leader Awards (RYLA) which are held annually. The Rotary Club of Seaford had sponsored Florence Hardy, Ella Edwards and Marianne Best to take part in the event, which took place over 5 residential days.

Fifty-six youngsters were divided into six groups, each with adult team leaders, and were tasked to undertake a variety of challenges which included a 9-mile hike (turned into 12/13 miles when they got lost), 50 feet wall climb, high rope work, crossing rivers sometimes blindfolded, and many other testing activities. Each group was required to work out how best to complete its assignments safely and successfully.

The course is designed to bring out leadership qualities in the young people. The Rotary visitors felt strongly that this aim was being met, and the participants had enjoyed themselves along with the hard work. We look forward to meeting the girls we sponsored again to present them with their certificates and to find out more about their week.

Photo: left to right Florence, Marianne and Ella visiting the Rotary Club of Seaford before their adventure.

Rotary Concert

Local charities will benefit to the tune of around £1,000 from the proceeds of a Musical Concert organised by Seaford Rotary Club, which was held at Seaford Head School.

Brighton Welsh Male Voice Choir, under the musical direction of Iris Warren, and Seaford Primary School Chamber Choir (photo above, right), under the musical direction of Kate Steer entertained a packed audience with a mixture of traditional, modern and folk songs.

An entertaining part of the evening was the audience participation in the ‘Hand Jive’ number, each side competing in good spirits.

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A delightful interlude from the choirs was the Violinist Bethany Geoghegan, winner of the Seaford Rotary Young Musicians of the Year Competition, who performed the First and Second Movement of Veracine Sonata. The evening conclude with both choirs singing ‘All Through the Night’ and ‘Soualle’ conducted by Iris Warren.

It was very pleasing to see the younger generation and the adults all joining together in song to such an appreciative audience.

Don Mabey Award

Many of our readers will have known Don Mabey MBE, an Honorary Freeman of Seaford Town who died in December 2013. Current Mayor, Councillor Mark Brown, has produced an award in Don’s name, for services to Seaford. The very first winner of that award was honoured on Tuesday 29th April at the Seaford Town Council Meeting, to which Rotarians Keith Blackburn and Mike Roper were invited. The recipient was another of our own Rotarians, Dave Argent.

Dave was very proud to receive this award in the presence of his wife Marian and youngest son Richard.

Photo: Dave Argent

Boot, Craft & Produce Fair

Our first fair of 2014 was not well attended, as the weather forecast of heavy rain put off many stall holders.

We actually had a few stall holders turn up at the gate and turn back despite our efforts to persuade them in.

However, the rain did not arrive and the 10 or so stall holders did a good trade with the members of public who did turn up. The bacon butties and hot drinks from our catering van were most welcomed by Rotarians, stall holders and the public alike. We ended the day with a reasonable profit of over £170 for charities and good causes. Our next fair is on Sunday 18th May and

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let’s hope for better weather. Please come along and support our cause, sell those unwanted items or perhaps make that special purchase.

Re-Wired Project

At a recent Rotary Club of Seaford meeting guest speaker Chris Chester explained the work of the Re-Wired Project.

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Re-Wired is a UK-based organisation committed to sourcing and installing computers into African schools.

Imagine learning at school in front of an old blackboard with few other resources. This is real life for many African children. Imagine a child in the UK going all the way through school without using a computer. The main purpose of Re-Wired is to help the educational facilities in Africa, giving children there computing skills, plus a whole new resource to use for all their other subjects thanks to the extra software that is also installed.

The majority of the computers are sourced through partner Computers4Africa. They refurbish computer equipment donated by UK companies and provide fully working computer systems ready to be shipped to Africa.

The vision of Re-Wired is that all African children would have computers in their schools, giving them the same type of resources to learn with that we use in UK schools today, promoting the development of skills to make them employable when they leave school.

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MERCREAD YOUTH CENTRE Mercread continues to benefit from the contribution of the County Youth Service and we are learning to adapt to ever changing circumstances but, for this issue, we would like to celebrate the work of some of our smaller groups.

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Walk - Newhaven’s Harbour and its 3 Stations followed by supper (Members only - Advance booking necessary) Summer Season (from 30 march) - opening Times Sundays & Bank Holidays: 11am to 4pm Wednesdays & Saturdays: 2pm to 4pm Group visits are available at other times by appointment Archives are open on the first Sunday afternoon of each month Tel: 01323-898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Postal address: P.O.Box 2132, Seaford, BN25 9BH (The SatNav address code is BN25 1JH)

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For several years we have hosted, in partnership with Seaford Head school, an Inclusion Group for young people who have experienced difficulties within the formal school context. It has been a joy to see the progress made by many of the group over the years, and with the partnership coming to an end, we would like to highlight the success story this year of Harry Ward. As part of his Arts Award Harry has specialised in pyrography (burning pictures and designs into wood) and has taught adults the tricks of the trade. Such is the quality of his work that he recently exhibited at the Crypt and managed to sell some of his pieces, very generously donating some of the profits to Mercread.

Watch out for his work in other exhibitions, and watch out too for Conor’s photography. Both of these young men have made great strides forward not least because of skilled and dedicated teaching (thanks Michelle and Iain).

A second reason for celebration has been the reemergence of a very active Seaford Youth Forum and, in July, they will be hosting a conference for other Youth Forums at Mercread. Good to see them being so positive and pro-active.

On a less positive note we are still desperate to let our large Blue Hall on a regular basis. In the past it has hosted a playgroup and is self contained with its own kitchen area and good storage – suitable for playgroup, mums and toddlers, or indeed any group activity. If you would like to see it please contact me, Roger, on 01323 894947, or Helen, who organises our lettings on 07761 771559. We are a charity manned by volunteers and the income from this room would enable us to offer a new range of activities for all of Seaford’s young people.

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Seahaven Lioness Club A lot of the Club’s activities of late have been in the western part of our Seahaven area, although by the time this issue comes out we hope that our Saturday stalls in Broad Street will be in full swing, with our traditional plant stall on May 24th, Spring Bank Holiday weekend.

Elsewhere we have been holding monthly coffee mornings at the Meridian Centre in Peacehaven, which provide a modest but steady income, and on 13th April we were allocated a slot to run a Car Boot Sale at the Dell, also in Peacehaven. It was the first one of the regular Car Boots held there throughout the summer season and organised by various charities. It was also a very pleasant day and these two factors combined to produce a successful event.

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At the end of March a cheque was presented to Peacehaven and Telscombe Cliffs Scout Group towards their new minibus.

On Thursday 1st May a group of Lionesses from Seahaven Lioness Club and a group of Lions from NP&S Lions Club met at the Martello Tower to greet fellow Lions who were undertaking a gruelling charity cycle ride along the South coast. Lioness Susan Saunders and Lion Maurice Allen from Adur East Club in Shoreham were driven to Cornwall the previous week by Seahaven Lioness Sue Jenkins, who also picked them up from Dover at the end of their trip.

They arrived in Seaford bang on time, where they were presented with cheques by both Lions and Lionesses.

They were then entertained to lunch by the Lionesses.

Susan and Maurice are raising money for LIBRA (www. libralionscharity.org), a Lions International sponsored medical research facility based in London, which is doing great work seeking causes and treatments for a variety of blood disorders, including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma. They were supported throughout their trip by members of various Lions Clubs, who provided hospitality, refreshment and moral support, as well as donations to the cause. In August the Lionesses are organising a tea party at Seaford Golf Club in aid of LIBRA – watch this space for further details.

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Inner Wheel of Seaford On 24th April The Inner Wheel Club of Seaford marked its 66th Anniversary by arranging a celebratory Tea at Blatchington Golf Club. President Jean Vine’s guests were the Presidents of Seaford Martello, Janice Vince, and Seaford Rotary Clubs, Michael Logan, together with the Chairman of Inner Wheel District 25, Françoise Cutts, plus visitors from other Inner Wheel Clubs.

The high point of the afternoon was an inspirational talk by Seaford Rotary VicePresident, Ray Hazan.

Ray was an Army Officer with the Royal Anglian Regiment, and whilst on a tour of duty in Northern Ireland he was injured by a bomb. He had to be invalided out of his regiment due to the loss of his sight. However, from then on he used his expertise by working with Blind Veterans UK (formerly St Dunstans).

Ray made his audience aware of his pragmatic attitude to sightlessness which is an encouragement to others.

The audience was surprised to discover that Blind Veterans UK is totally financed by public subscription, and they enthusiastically contributed to a raffle, raising a total of £223.

Earlier in the month a quarter of the Club’s membership attended the National Conference and AGM in Telford.

They joined over 2,000 of the nation’s members in a few days of fellowship. Jan Leeming and Monty Don were the keynote speakers.

Photo: Jean with Francoise Cutts, cutting the birthday cake.

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We are also having a trip out to the Bluebell Railway combined with a visit to Heaven Farm. I personally have never been to the farm, so I am looking forward to the trip out. When all these events have taken place there will be lots to tell you.

No doubt we are all looking forward to a good, sunny summer. At the moment the end of April is really showing the British countryside at its best. When Britain does it, it does it well!

Hi everyone, Seaford Kurlers are enjoying their weekly game of New Age Kurling at the Downs Leisure Centre with renewed vigor as we have gained new members. Always good for us and for them. We get to meet others who are in turn curious and then keen to join.

As I am writing this before any of the May events have happened, there is not a lot to update on, however we have the Seahaven Lionesses’ Tournament and the Seaford Kurlers’ inhouse tournament to run and finish.

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If you are looking forward to meeting new friends in a good social environment, then give us a visit. The Leisure Centre is well equipped and friendly. The restaurant is great with quite a few home made treats on offer.

So, any Tuesday from 2pm until 4pm you will find us playing our game.

Annual fees are £5 with weekly subs of £2.50. We are a club affiliated to ESDA (East Sussex Disability Association). Some of our members are disabled but this in no way prevents them from taking full part in all that we do. We do in fact referee the Wave Leisure Paragames Day every year. Hope to see you sometime.

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Grand Opening Friday 13th June

Yes that’s right unlucky for some but lucky for us!

come see our fantastic new “state of THE art” 7-car showroom Charity night & celebration with the Neal Richardson Jazz trio YOUR Chance to win a car and Charity Raffle!

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Who’s Who In Seaford?

Andy Anderson & Andy Son UPVC Anderson Handles & & Locks Son

Gerri Ori, Managing Director of Brooklyn Hyundai, Seaford

Over 450 Multipoint locks and over 100 handles available next day Est. 30 years in Seaford

Gerri has lived in Seaford for 27 years and has been the Managing Director of Brooklyn Hyundai in Seaford for 25 years. He is also President of Seaford Chamber of Commerce and a member of Cuckmere Business Networking Institute. Until recently, he was a long standing member of the Seaford and Newhaven Round Table. Gerri is engaged to Anne and is getting married in August. He has 3 grown-up children, Dan, Andrew and Hayley, and 2 soon-to-be stepdaughters, Lisa and Stacey. He has a rescue dog, Pops.

What do you most enjoy about your job/s/role?

Helping and dealing with our loyal customers.

What do you like best about Seaford? Seaford has the best of everything – the sea, the Downs and fantastic community spirit.

What is your favourite piece of music? I don’t have a particular favourite but my tastes range from classical to country and western or rock.

What book are you reading at the moment? And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini (The Kite Runner author).

My favourite book is The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.

What is your favourite film? Walk the Line with Joachim Phoenix and Reece Witherspoon.

What is your most memorable learning experience? I learnt my passion and enthusiasm for business from my father.

How do you relax? By watching sports or a good film in the comfort of my own home. I also like reading, photography and playing golf.

What is your idea of perfect happiness? A family BBQ on a sunny day with a nice glass of Malbec.

What makes you sad? I don’t like to see people suffering.

What is your favourite smell? A Sunday roast.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?

Never “burn your bridges.”

What words or phrases do you most overuse?

“What would you do?”

Which living person do you most admire? I admire the business acumen of Alan Sugar and how he has built his business up from nothing.

What would your motto be? It’s been emotional!

How would you spend a million pounds? Paying off our new showroom!

Which person in history would you most like to meet?

Nelson Mandela.

Anything else? Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Grand Opening of our new “state of the art” Showroom on Friday 13th June.

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MAD – Meeching Amateur Dramatics Something a little bit different from MAD (Meeching Amateur Dramatics) this time round. Director Garry Fowler has found a brilliant comedy, which probably few have heard of, by an amazing writer not that well known, then put together a great cast and you are invited to come and see the result.

‘Old Boilers’ by Adrian Cale, runs for three nights, 5th, 6th and 7th June at Meeching Hall, Fort Road, Newhaven. Tickets £8 from Meeching Estate Agents, High Street, Newhaven Tel 01273 515566 or 07912 965507.

Do not miss this comedy based around the comings and goings of a Blackpool Guest House, including four women of a certain age letting ‘their hair down’ celebrating divorce in style. But this is only the start of a string of interesting dysfunctional characters thrown together under one roof in this riotous farce.

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The Rude Mechanical Theatre brings ‘The Wife’ to Seaford What do women really want? Well there’s a question!

Is there one man who has not asked it? Well, The Rude Mechanical Theatre Co will be coming to The Crouch Gardens in Seaford on Saturday 14th June with a play that asks that very question. It’s called ‘The Wife’ and it is based on Chaucer’s ‘Wife of Bath’.

Alyson, a wife from Bath, of course, is travelling to Canterbury on a pilgrimage and describes with hilarious outcomes the five men who have shared her marriage bed. Then she tells the story of a young knight called Roland who having ravished a young maiden is forced, in order to avoid being put to death for his crime, to undergo a test and search the world for an answer to the question: What is it that women most desire? With his stupid but rather innocent servant Dogrose, he encounters a series of marriage relationships and asks each of the women the question. It seems none of them agree – until finally he encounters an old crone and she tells him the true answer, but only on condition he will do anything she asks of him. The play comes dramatically to a conclusion as the answers are revealed.

Hilarious, but also deeply poetic, the play digs deeply into the nature of love and human relationships. When the play was first performed by The Rudes in 2003 it was included by The Times in their top three outdoor plays of that year and in the top hundred outdoor events of any kind. Not to be missed!

The play will take place on the walled garden site in the Crouch Gardens, East Street and starts at 7.30pm.

Bring warm clothing, chairs and a picnic from 7pm.

Tickets cost £13, with a range of concessions and an excellent group rate ticket of £110 for ten people, and are available from the company’s website – www.therudemechanicaltheatre.co.uk, or by ringing 01323 501260, or locally from Newberry Tully Estate Agents in Church Street, Seaford.

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BUY-To-lets Following this year’s budget announcement regarding the changes to pension rights, this could lead more pensioners into the buy-to-let market in search of an alternative income to traditional pension annuities/options or savings; to ensure them and their family’s future financial security Buy-to-let property has proved popular in recent years due to low interest rates and stock market volatility. Like any investment, consider your attitude to risk; buy-to- let comes with no guarantees, but if you have faith in bricks and mortar as opposed to stocks and shares this could be the way forward.

Since the Bank of England’s announcement that interest rates will stay at the current low of 0.5% until late 2015. Optimism around the UK’s financial recovery, coupled with the Bank of England’s announcement makes good reading for anyone considering a buy-to-let investment. This is evidenced by the significant number of landlords looking to add property to their portfolios. Interest rates will eventually rise and this could stretch the budgets for some Landlords. Anyone thinking about a buy-to-let investment should remember this is a mid to long term investment.

Consider your ‘investment horizon’, ie the period

equity – the very best buy-to-let deals can be available to those with around 40% deposit/60% loan to value (LTV).

Top tips for buy-to-let: 1. Research the market – consult with other property investors/Landlords. Consider the mortgage and set up costs involved over your intended investment period. Speak with an independent financial adviser who can assist with your requirements. Confer with local letting agents regarding the demand for buy to let properties.

2. Location, location, location – the right property in the right place at the right price.

Research the local area thoroughly including local demographics, amenities and the rental rates for a comparable property as well as good transport links.

3. Do the sums – Lenders typically require rent to cover 125% of the mortgage repayments and will require a minimum 25% deposits. The best buy-to-let mortgages can also come with a substantial arrangement fee.

4. Get the right mortgage – if you are not investing with cash, having the right mortgage is key, this is particularly true if you are approaching or past retirement age. Consider using an independent financial adviser who can shop around for the best deal for you.

5. Consider your tenants – gone are the days when it was just students and young people renting property. These days all generations rent.

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6 Clinton Place, Seaford BN25 1NL 6. Don’t be over ambitious – Rent should be the key return for buy-to-let. Most buy-to-let mortgages are done on an interest only basis, so the amount borrowed will not be paid off over time. If you can get a rental return substantially more than your mortgage payments, you will be able to build up a good emergency fund, or saving/ investing any extra cash. Bear in mind a home does come with running costs and these could eat into your return.

7. Consider the purchase price – as a buyto-let investor, you have the same advantages as a first time buyer when it comes to negotiating on price. If you are not reliant on selling a property to buy another and you are not part of a chain, you represent less of a risk of a sale falling through.

This can be a major advantage when negotiating on price.

from your first property or it will be much more difficult to expand your portfolio in the future.

To ensure your first buy-to-let investment is a success: 1. Know what property prices have grown at over the last 10-20 years naturally in the area where you are planning to invest.

2. Always make sure you buy a property you can instantly add value to, ideally at a 10% discount or adding 10% value through renovation or additional rooms.

3. When you have found a property, check what it was worth in 2009 when they were at their lowest, via property price websites, this will help to work out what the property value may fall to if we have another credit crunch.

4. Check out what properties are renting for.

The rental price advertised is not necessarily the

8. Know the pitfalls – investigate the negative aspects as well as the positive. Even in

achievable rent.

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a popular area, a property can sit empty. Ensure

maintenance requirements thoroughly, especially

there is a buffer in case of any downtime or a major

for flats/terms of lease etc. Some flats do not

repair such as a new boiler.

permit rentals. What are the maintenance costs

9. Consider how hands on you wish to be – consider how much time you have to give –

now and what are they likely to be in the future.

are you prepared to organise repairs and inspect the property. By using an agent; they will deal with any problems and have a good network of contractors if something does go wrong.

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Easter Raffle

Over the Easter period we organised a raffle in local pubs and at Sainsbury’s in Newhaven. This involved the public buying a numbered square – if the square was the pre-selected number then you won a large Easter Egg. This raised £1,200, which we will use to buy four lockable bedside cabinets for the new St Wilfrid’s Hospice. Many thanks to Sainsbury’s and Paradise Park for allowing us to sell there and to the following pubs for their support: Flying Fish, Bells Club, Cuckmere Inn, Plough and Harrow, Ye Olde Smugglers Inne, The Hope Inn, and White Lion Hotel.

LIBRA (Lions International Blood Research Appeal)

Like the Lionesses we were at the Martello Tower last Thursday 1st May 2014, to present a cheque of £250 to the cyclists. These cyclists were two members of the Adur East Lions Club who were cycling from Land’s End to Dover along the South Coast to raise money for this very worthwhile cause. See the Lioness report on page 47 for more information.

Where was this picture taken?

Our future fundraising events are • The Seaford Half Marathon – Sunday 8 June 2014.

Enter through our website www.npslions.co.uk • Peacehaven Donkey Derby Sunday –13 July 2014.

We are looking for jockeys for this event, again look at our website if you want to ride.

• Seaford Donkey Derby – Monday 25 August 2014.

More details later.

Answer and more details in next month’s issue...

If you are interested in the Lions and the work we do give us a call on 0845 833 5981.

Last month’s picture is part of the gabion seat in the Peace Garden off East Street.

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East Blatchington WHAT’S ON AT THE HOP? Lectures ANCESTRAL VOICES

One of the more eccentric of English artists is the subject of the next East Blatchington Lecture, on Tuesday, June 3rd.

Sir Stanley Spencer became wellknown for his paintings depicting Biblical scenes occurring as if in Cookham, Berkshire, the small village beside the Thames where he was born and spent most of his life. He saw it as an earthly paradise, and depicted fellow villagers as their Gospel counterparts. He found fame and success as a man whose works were markedly different, a painter with an extraordinary visual imagination. Spencer was also an official war artist, and served in the first world war as a medical orderly and an infantryman.

An exhibition, “Stanley Spencer in the Aftermath of the First World War,” is currently at his gallery in Cookham High Street, and continues until November 2nd. But Seaford is about to enjoy its own showing of some of his work.

It is quite a story which Kay Blackburn will be telling in this illustrated lecture. As usual, it is open to everyone, and is at St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Road, Seaford, at 2.30pm.

Tickets are £5, including refreshments, available on the door, or from Newberry Tully estate agents.

Other lectures to come in this popular series: July 1st: Karen McCreedy gives an illustrated talk entitled “Reel to Real Heroes – Actors at War”.

August 5: Simon Brett, the author whose 80 books include the popular comedy detective tales and Radio 4 series featuring the usually struggling actor Charles Paris.

Painting : Stanley Spencer 1959

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The symbols and signs of our ancestors are my inspiration.

Each sigil has its meaning, each colour its power. This is the language of artists and throughout time we link with them in the potent images from the past. After many years living and working in France, Caroline brings her latest collection of work together in her first solo exhibition since her return to the UK.

ELSEWHERE AND OTHERWISE Peter Messer Saturday 14th to Thursday 26th June. Open: Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am – 5pm, Sunday 12noon – 4pm, Closed Monday.

New paintings – Peter’s intense egg tempera paintings are well known and widely collected.

Frequently, although not always, set in, around or parallel with his home town of Lewes, the implied narratives and tensions create an idiosyncratic world that unsettles and sometimes amuses. His paintings are filled with oddly arrested moments in time as well as place, pinned down within a luminously deadpan tempera technique.

Peter has work in private collections in Belgium, France, Germany, Holland, Sweden and the USA as well as the UK. In 2007 he published On The Way To Work. The Lewes paintings of Peter Messer. ‘Walk & Talk’ the exhibition with Peter Messer on Sunday 22nd June, 2pm.

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Did your grandfather, or great-grandfather fight in the 1st World War? If so, please send a photograph of them to editor@seafordtimes.com and have them added to the ‘Comrades of The Great War’ database.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Great War (1914 – 1918). To commemorate the centenary Seaford Times is displaying the photograph of the Seaford Branch of the ‘Comrades of the Great War’ on it’s website. This photograph has over 100 Seaford men who came back home after the hostilities ceased.

Below is a section taken from an historic photograph and is of great importance to the history of our town. It is for that reason that we want to have as many of these brave Seaford men named as possible. All the men are numbered to make it easier for you to name anyone you know. A larger version of the whole of the photo can be viewed at www.seafordtimes.com/1918 This is a huge project, and will take a very long time to complete, if in deed it ever does get completed. These Seaford men should all be remembered, and we should all know who they are.

Names of some of the Seafordians in the photo not yet identified: Mr Avery; Mr Batholomew; Harry Bailey, (Carpenter); Clem Berry; Arthur Boniface; Mr Bowley (Bowlie); George ‘Tosh’ Burgess; Stan Burtenshaw; Mr Cale; Mr Cheal; Tim Collins; Compo Bill; Jack Cosstick; Ben Elliott; Bill ‘Stosh’ Elliott; Mr Ernsbanks; Ernest Banks; Mr Ellis (Painter); Ernie Fears; Fred Foster; T. Gates; ‘Tosh’ Green; Mr Hamper; Mr Harriott (Sailor); Mr Huntly; Mr Hutchinson; Mr Isted; Fred Kennett; Fred Lambert; Charlie Lambert; Horace Layen; Mr Macey; Ralph Morling; Gaynor Parks; Mr Pettitt; Bill Rhen; Fred Sexton; Les Seymour; Mr Simmons; Bert Simmons; Mr Stafford; Jimmy Wild; Bob Willis; Walt Woolgar.

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SEAFORD HEAD NATURE RESERVE Where coastal zones were ‘squashed’ between sea defences and land-based developments, many habitats such as saltmarsh have become increasingly rare, both nationally and internationally. The Nature Reserve and Seven Sisters Country Park have around 10% of the total saltmarsh area in East Sussex.

In the future as sea levels rise, we may have to allow the sea to gradually flood the lower river valley, recreating more rare habitats like saltmarsh, which is a natural flood defence. Storms now regularly cause severe damage to Cuckmere Haven sea defences (shingle bank, groynes and beach). To date this has been repaired but it may not be sustainable on a long-term basis.

‘Management Retreat’ may be necessary.

The Nature Reserve is now included in the South Downs National Park.

The Reserve is wardened by a Ranger on behalf of the SHNR Committee. If you would like to help care for the Nature Reserve as a volunteer, the Reserve has been included in the scope of the new voluntary organisation, the Friends of Cuckmere.

News and events including forthcoming voluntary work-parties can be found at this website: www.cuckmerefriends.org. Details also available from Seaford Town Council.

Our next fundraising event is an Open Garden on Saturday 5th July from 2 to 5pm at 80 Sutton Road, Seaford BN25 1SX. Entrance is £3.50 per head, which includes a Cream Tea. There will be plant and secondhand book stalls, as well as a SHNR information stand.

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Seaford Silver Band April was quite a busy month for the band. The 12th was the evening of our Spring Concert, A Night at the Movies. This, as the title suggests, was a night of music from the shows, including Mary Poppins and the Best of Bond and many more well known pieces. This was a great success and the first concert under our new musical Director Lewis Delivett.

Guest performances included the Bishop Bell School Choir and violin solos performed by Maeve Jenkinson.

Wednesday 23 April 2014 was the retirement party for our departing Musical Director Dr Isla Sitwell (below centre). Isla has been conducting the band for the past 20 years. He took over temporarily while we found a suitable conductor! The band only works slowly and it took twenty years to find this suitable person.

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Thank you Isla for all your efforts on behalf of the Band and keeping us all interested. A presentation of an engraved decanter and six wine glasses was made to Isla.

We wish Isla well in his retirement from conducting. We are not losing him though – he is going back to playing his trombone with us.

The Band practises every Wednesday in Seaford Head Lower School Hall at 8pm and we will welcome any new players of whatever standard or age.

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SEAFORD AFTERNOON FLOWER CLUB Maundy Thursday saw the talented Graham King demonstrate not only his skill in flower arranging but also his versatility in constructing containers and display stands. He started with two plywood rings, the smaller was made from the piece cut out of the larger. The large ring was covered in coir and the small one with silver birch bark. These were suspended from a simple stand with a dish and oasis. Folded aspidistra leaves were added to create a dark green surround, followed by yellow roses and lemon mini gerberas. The finished arrangement was a glorious cascade.

The second container was made out of a solid piece of insulating material, covered again with silver birch bark.

This was shaped and on the top a cut-out made a ledge on which an oasis tray rested. For this design, pussy willow twigs were placed horizontally on one side of the oasis, moss was used to cover exposed oasis in the back of the arrangement and bright orange gerberas with dark brown eyes completed a simple and effective horizontal arrangement.

Next, two different-sized galvanised watering cans were placed one on top of the other, and on two separate dishes willow, griselinia, twigs, pink gerberas and ranunculus, together with a little moss, were arranged to beautiful effect.

A large chimney pot was cleverly transformed using large pieces of silver birch bark, which curled around, above and infront. Green hosta leaves with a creamy white border were complimented by midnight blue hyacinths and white lysianthus.

Graham’s final arrangement was using an old wooden dining chair, which had been rescued from his father’s shed and lovingly restored. A box of apples was placed in a diagonally upright position on the chair and a piece of cheese cloth suitably draped around. Begonia leaves, pink and white stargazer lilies, white lilac, white gerbera and ammi magus (better known as Bishop’s Flower or ornamental Cow Parsley) were arranged on the seat. The finishing touch came from small branches of viburnum opulus roseum with acid green flowers.

Jill Whiteman gave the vote of thanks, followed by refreshments and a raffle.

In June the World Association of Flower Arrangers Show is being held in Dublin and many of our members will be going to enjoy the exhibits, demonstratons and workshops. Jonathan Mosley, a very talented Flower Arranger from the Peak District has been chosen to represent the United Kingdom.

There will be no meeting at St Luke’s in June, but instead on Thursday 12th June, our Secretary Mrs Mary McGhee has offered us the use of her garden for a garden party and cream tea together with plants, cakes and produce, sales table and other stalls, raffles and prize games etc. Tickets costing £3.50 each can be obtained from Tina on 01323 873162.

Our meeting on July 18th will be back at St Luke’s Church, Walmer Road, Chyngton, Seaford 2.15pm for 2.30pm, where we hope to see current and former members, and lots of visitors who will be most welcome. Our demonstrator will be Stephen McDonnell from Brighton. It promises to be an entertaining and exhilarating afternoon. Further details from me, Tina Bacon on 01323 873162.

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The show is open to the public from 10am to 12 noon. Entry is £1 including tea/coffee. Exhibitors will receive a complementary pass. Hopefully this should be a good year for sweet peas, roses and garden Flowers. Thursday June 26th is a Social Evening at St Leonard’s Church Hall from 7pm. Special guest is Sarah Oldridge, “The history and work of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew”. The evening includes a competition for “The best pot plant in bloom”.

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Many people are now becoming bored with the tasteless peaches which can be purchased from supermarkets. They now want to “grow their own” and get the flavour back in their lives. There are many new varieties and types of peaches or their smooth cousins, nectarines, coming on to the market and prices can be affordable. However, they do require careful siting.

A dwarf bush type can be grown in containers placed in a warm greenhouse or conservatory, or out on a patio. They can also be grown fan-shaped against a warm wall within the greenhouse or extension. To grow them outdoors can be too much of a gamble and may well be best left alone. New varieties include New Saturn and Sauzee Bell which are both flat shaped or doughnut varieties. Both are self-pollinating with a full flavour. Crimson Bonfire is a dwarf variety with deep purple leaves that would enhance any patio.

Avalon Pride is another fine peach which is particularly resistant to peach leaf curl. Water all peaches regularly and apply a tomato feed when the fruit has set. Hand pollinate in early spring using a fine brush, cotton bud or a traditional rabbit tail. The main pests to watch out for are Red Spider Mite and Scale.

If you do still buy your peaches or nectarines from the supermarket then save the stones and sow in a pot of John Innes compost. If you’re lucky they may germinate and grow into fine trees. In a few year’s time you could be picking your own!

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Those visitors who wandered into Seaford Community Garden at the Crouch over the past few weeks could be forgiven for thinking they had entered a building site manned by worker ants in jeans scurrying about in disciplined order. A wheelbarrow chain gang set their alarms for 7am to be ready for a delivery of gravel – thanks so much Seaford Rotary Club, whose members also helped to ferry it in – destined for an area of mainly mixed ornamental grasses and herbaceous perennials in which the flower heads and stems will be left in place to provide winter interest.

Meanwhile Robert is in slab-laying mode, and has paved the formerly very muddy area between the compost bins and the toolshed, against which James and Dave have installed water butts kindly donated by South East Water. To the welcome sound of sawing, the poly tunnel is also being transformed with much-needed potting benches – hooray, no more back ache!

Of course, all this work has to go on around the normal activities of the garden, as the rest of us settle down to a morning of chatting while potting up plug plants, sowing seeds, weeding and digging beds for the vegetables that will be on sale later. The new area is looking lovely, with the freshly planted perennials doing well in the kind mixture of rain and sun we’ve had this spring, and the gravel has been spread ready for the grasses to be planted. The children’s area is being transformed by a family group who have all sorts of plans to make it attractive. The Wendy house is being refurbished and beds are being planted.

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Thanks to Jan, our website at www.seaford-sussex. co.uk/scg now features a plant and a weed of the month, and to come will be recipes compiled by Stephanie which use produce grown in the garden, all contributions welcome.

We hope to be looking our best for the Mayor’s Garden Trail on Sunday 22 June, but do come in and see us before then! We are open every Wednesday morning between 9.30am and 12.30pm and it won’t be long before we are open on Saturday mornings again too.

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Seaford Gardening Club What a lovely sight to see all the spring bulbs and blossom during April and May after such a dull and wet winter. A great time for garden plants and gardeners alike. We can now look forward to the summer months ahead, to enjoy gardens, countryside and holidays.

Our speaker for April, Ian Gledhill, gave a very interesting talk on the Volks Railway in Brighton. Magnus Volks was born in 1851 and lived in Brighton all his life. When he left school at 14 his father wanted him to carry on the family profession of clock making, but Magnus had other thoughts. He was interested in inventing machines. As soon as electricity had been created his curiosity grew.

He built a generator and a gas dynamo and his home was the first to be lit by electric lights. He also secured the contract to supply the Royal Pavilion in Brighton with electricity. The electric car was his next venture and he became famous for making one for the Sultan of Turkey in 1898.

Once the Pavilion work was completed he turned his attention to creating a mini railway. His idea was to run it along the sea front on Madeira Drive. However the council did not want the railway on the road, so instead it was built on the upper beach. To avoid the rising tides an elaborate machine called the Pioneer (nicknamed Daddy Long Legs), was made which was a 10-seater carriage on stilts. People did not understand how it worked but flocked to have a go on it. The council also didn’t want the train to travel west in front of the Grand Hotel, so instead it travelled east from the Chain Pier to Rottingdean. The journey was quite an experience, especially when the weather was bad! It was also classed as a tram and a ship because at high tide it had to travel over deep water.

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After one particularly terrible storm, when a lot of damage was caused and the Chain Pier was wiped out, a new carriage and tracks were built which ran twice a day at low tide only. This time the line was built to Black Rock and continued to run during the First World War. The council then asked for the length of the track to be reduced at the start and end and so what remained is what is seen today. It is now owned by Brighton council and only operates during the summer months.

Magnus Volks died in 1937 and is buried in Ovingdean churchyard. Ian explained that when he’s not giving his talks (or doing pantomime with Julian Clary!) he volunteers on the Volks Railway. He ended his talk with a ride down the oldest electric railway which will be 131 years old this year. We were all enthralled for over an hour with Ian’s knowledge, sense of humour and enthusiasm.

Our next talk on Wednesday, 25th June is with David Fitton on Seaside and Chalk Gardening – no slides but plenty of plants for a hands-on experience.

7.30pm at the Clinton Centre, Clinton Place (use the front door opposite Tesco). Entry is £2 for visitors or £10 to join for the year – no extra charges. Refreshments are available and raffles are held on some evenings. Do come along and enjoy a friendly and informative evening with us. Everyone is welcome. For more details telephone Anne Silk on 01323 491331 or visit www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sgc Non-members are welcome to join our two outings; Greys Court on Saturday 14th June and Waddesdon Manor on Saturday 26th July. Please telephone Anne for details.

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SEAFORD TREES: HOW YOU CAN HELP – AND IT DOESN’T NEED MONEY pennies, in dry spells in the Seaford Tree Wardens’ Group is back in business after a pause. We claim no authority except that we love trees and have tried to study, plant and care for them.

Trees gained a bad name in London, because the soils there are mostly clay, which heaves or sinks with the amount of water it contains. So a really big tree, planted within a few feet of a house on clay, can over time cause bad cracks if the house wasn’t built properly – and insurance advertising has been quick to frighten people with this. The other media theme is “trees falling and killing people” – 3 or 4 people out of 60 million in Britain are killed by falling trees every year, as against up to 2,000 on the roads. The answer to these fears is to ask sellers of trees how big these are likely to grow, and to choose the smaller ones – rowans, hawthorns, cherries etc if you are anxious.

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Easter Saturday at Morrisons in Seaford saw a record-breaking collection of food for the hungry in the area.

Seahaven Storehouse once again held one of its collection days, by kind invitation of Morrisons, and jars, tins, bottles and packets of groceries were very generously donated by members of the public who were shopping in the store.

Although it was a very busy Saturday, and everyone was shopping for last-minute items for the bank holiday, nonetheless many made time to stop and read the list of needed food items and add them to their trolleys. It was a good opportunity, too, for the Seahaven Storehouse team to engage with some of the customers and reassure them how meticulously the food is weighed in, weighed out, and distributed only to those whose need is genuine.

Many had been unaware that such a need for basic food items existed until they spoke to the team.

need for the food items. Seahaven Storehouse is one of the Mayor’s two chosen charities for the year, and he gets involved whenever he can, lending a helping hand in all sorts of ways.

Dawn Woodgate, who heads up Seahaven Storehouse, said, ‘The response from the public was unprecedented, and we are so grateful, as the need to provide food is, sadly, growing. More and more families are coming to us in real need, and so far we have not had to turn anyone away. The good news is that, after a period of time with our support, many families and individuals go on to get jobs or improve their income and do not need us any more, which is great. But we still like to see our former clients and many pop into Seaford Community Church on a Thursday morning for a cuppa and a friendly chat.”

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Seahaven Coastal Trail

Sussex Community Development Association has been working in partnership with the South Downs National Park Authority, East Sussex County Council and the regeneration partnerships in Newhaven, Peacehaven and Seaford, to develop a project which will establish a new ‘Seahaven Coastal Trail’. The aim of the project is to connect the four communities of Telscombe Cliffs, Peacehaven, Newhaven and Seaford along the coastal route, to celebrate their coastal heritage, promote local points of interest and local businesses, and create community ownership of the trail.

Funding for the project has come from the National Lottery, through its Awards for All scheme and the South Downs National Park Authority. Supporting partners have been Peacehaven, Telscombe, Newhaven and Seaford Town Councils, and Lewes District Council.

Signage has been installed from Peachaven to Exceat, a website is being created by Seaford-based firm Hothorse, and guided walks and celebratory events are

being held during May, June and July for local people.

There will be a variety of themed walks and activities aimed at a range of abilities – for example short walks, family friendly activities and themed walks, based around wildlife or history of the coast.

Penny Shimmin, Chief Executive of Sussex Community Development Association said, ‘We have a beautiful coastline in this area and are delighted to have a chance to promote it through this project. It has been really well supported by a different range of funders and partners, and this spring we have a chance to celebrate it through a range of themed walks for local people.’

For further information on the walks or to become a volunteer contact Jessie Rodriguez on 01273 516032 or jessie@ncda.org.uk.

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French Twinning Group  Small acorns, brief encounters and wartime links

It gave us great pleasure last month to see the first friendships develop between junior twinners and their families. La famille Lafon were given a warm welcome by the Wadlow family in Alfriston. Helena and Gabriel tried out English schools too and they all enjoyed a pub quiz and a curry at The Smugglers.

Charleston Farmhouse, local gardens and the beautiful Sussex spring countryside all provided a perfect setting for new friendships. A return visit to Normandy is planned for later in the year!

Nadine Lafon, who is herself a primary school teacher was impressed by her visit to Alfriston Primary School and took home some ideas for her own classroom.

She was also able to indulge her near obsession for the English tearoom! The family met other twinners who were all invited to meet again in Normandy soon.

Other families are now making informal visits to see new friends outside of our official weekends so real links and friendships are growing. The closeness of Veules-lesRoses to Dieppe makes these brief encounters quite easy for us.

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crossing we intend to remember that it will be almost 70 years to the day that the T.S.S. Worthing left our coast to play an important role in the D-Day landings at Arromanches. T.S.S Worthing took up the NewhavenDieppe crossing in 1928, which she did in three hours.

She was a luxury vessel with superb passenger facilities and has an amazing history. She was converted in December 1939 to a hospital carrier and took part in the Dunkirk evacuation, and survived fierce aerial attacks. Later she assisted in evacuation of troops from Cherbourg and Western France. She was then refitted as a landing craft carrier and landed forces at Arromanches on D Day. In 1945 she returned to the NewhavenDieppe route with her original name the Worthing.

Although the D-Day landings took place in June, Veules-les-Roses was not liberated until the first week of September1944; we have been invited to join the commemoration events in Veules the weekend of 3rd/4th September. Another date for your diary 13th July in Alfriston: French themed day with French cafĂŠ/ Bal Musette/French Market.

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30 Years and counting for Seaford Twinning

CASCADING BEARS

In 1984 Seaford twinned with Bönningstedt, just north of Hamburg.

Friendship between East Sussex and the Pinneberg area of Germany started with the Sussex Regiment’s occupation of the area. Bönningstedt literally sent out scouts to Sussex looking for a twin in the 1970s, staying at Corsica Hall in Seaford. When they met the Seaford Silver Band that sold them on friendship with Seaford.

Seaford sent a party to visit them in 1982, when they adopted the Seaford Town Crier as their Stadtausrufer.

Formal twinning – or partnerschaft – followed in 1984.

The celebration of the 30th Birthday takes place in Germany in July, with the Silver Band travelling to the town accompanied by 20 twinning members. In Seaford there will be an informal celebration on Saturday 14th June at 7.30 in the Council Chamber. Anyone may attend, but please book with Liz Riley on 896315. Bring your own drinks and a plate of food to share – an “American Buffet”. Former members of the Twinning Association, and the 70-strong “Plauschgruppe” or German Conversation Group, are also invited.

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A treat for every teddy bear in Seaford awaits this month. It doesn’t matter if they are big or small, or even tiny. It doesn’t matter if they are very old or very young – they will all be welcome to take part in a tea party just for them.

It will be held at St Peter’s Church in Belgrave Road, Seaford, on Saturday, June 14th, between 2pm and 4pm.

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Sat 3rd May - Mon 16th June Our South Downs Exhibition Towner Gallery, Devonshire Park, Eastbourne Tues-Sun and bank holidays 10am - 6pm. Artwork by school children and young people’s groups alongside Towner Collection works, giving a multitude of perspectives on the South Downs landscape. Free.

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Sat 31st May - Thurs 12th June ‘Ancestral Voices’, Caroline Smith Hop Gallery, Fisher St, Lewes 10.30am - 5pm (Tues to Sat), 12 noon - 5pm (Sun), Preview and meet the artist 12.30 2.30pm Sat 31st only. New collection of work inspired by the symbols and signs of our ancestors. Tel: 01273 487744. www.hopgallery.com Sunday 1st June Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Races On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 11am. Open event to non members. www.nssc.org.uk

The Big Event Martello Field 12 noon - 4pm. Funfair, arena displays, car boot and more. For stalls or a spot at the car boot, contact Stephanie Watts at dancingstef@btinternet.com Monday 2nd Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Cadet Night Piddinghoe Pond 5pm. Young members learning sailing skills. Non members welcome. www.nssc.org.uk Tuesday 3rd Sussex Wildlife Trust Ranger Guided Walk Seaford Head Nature Reserve 10 - 11.30am. Free guide looking at wildlife. Bring binoculars. Meet at the South Hill Barn car park. sarahquantrill@sussexwt.org.uk Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington Monthly meeting and lunch for members and guests.

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East Blatchington Lectures St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd 2.30pm. Kay Blackburn presents an illustration talk about artist Sir Stanley Spencer. Tickets £5 incl. refreshments, on the door or from Newberry Tully Estate Agents, Church Street.

Tel: 01323 891910 Wednesday 4th The Wednesday Group Skittles Evening Barcombe 10am. Meet at Cross Way Church, Steyne Road Tel: 01323 871292 Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Races On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. Racing starts. www.nssc.org.uk The Hampden Arms South Heighton 8.30pm. Monthly Quiz (Cash prize). Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Wednesday 4th to Saturday 7th “Pack up your Troubles” Musical The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 2.30pm Sat only and 7.30pm.

Adults £9, Child £6. Tickets from Seaford Tourist Information.

Tel: 01323 897426 Thursday 5th Seaford and District Horticultural Society St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, off Church Street 9am. Full day coach outing to West Dean Gardens. www.seafordhorti.com Seaford Inner Light Club St Peter’s Hall, Belgrave Road 2pm. Entertainment, tea & raffle.

Tel: 01323 899592 How to Spend it Event St Leonards Church Hall, Church Lane 6.30pm. How should Seaford spend £40,000? What would you want to see in Seaford?

What ideas do you have to make Seaford Better? Book a place at www.zeroheroes.me/how-tospend-it-events Family Roots, Eastbourne & District Family History Society Ocklynge School,Victoria Drive, Eastbourne 7pm for 7.30pm. Eastbourne Photographs by Jane Nunn.

Visitors £1.50 inc. refreshments, new members welcome. Helen Warren tel: 01323 731792 www.eastbournefhs.org.uk

Seaford Bonfire Society Open Committee Meeting The White Lion Hotel, Claremont Road 7pm. A chance to join and meet the committee. www.seafordbonfire.co.uk Thursday 5th - Saturday 7th Old Boilers Meeching Hall, Newhaven 7.45pm. Meeching Amateur Dramatics proudly presents ‘Old Boilers’ by Adrian Cale. Tickets £8 from Meeching Estate Agents. Tel: 01273 515566 Friday 6th Seaford Hard of Hearing Club St James’ Clubhouse, 11 Blatchington Road 2pm. Dave Homewood on his collection of gramaphones and records, going back to the cylinder type of the 1960s.

Tel: 01323 895216 Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Miriam Erasmus returns with her crystal clear voice and guitar. Tel: 01323 899405 www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton 8.30pm. Monthly Jam Night.

Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Saturday 7th Seaford Rail 150 Special Celebration Seaford Railway Line 9.30am - 7.30pm. The exciting programme of events being laid on by Sussex Community Rail Partnership and volunteers include: A family cycle ride from Newhaven Town. Film screening at Bishopstone. Vintage vehicles at Lewes. Station gala at Seaford.

Guided walk from Southease.

On-train events will include a commentary and children’s train.

Booking essential, for times visit www.sussexcrp.org Seaford Station 11am - 12 noon. A special carraige arrives with VIPs. Entertainment, kids games, stalls choirs, and Seaford Silver Band.

Seaford Museum Martello Tower, Esplanade 11am - 4pm. Speical exhibition for Seaford Rail Event making 150 years. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk

Foundation of Spiritual Healing and Guidance St James’ Clubhouse, Blatchington Road, Seaford 2pm - 4pm. Free healing, qualified approved healers in attendance. No appointment needed. Tea and homemade cakes. Donations welcome.

Tel: 01323 896192 www.facebook.com/Thefshg St Luke’s and Chyngton Methodist Churches, Informal Songs of Praise Walmer Road Recreation Ground Chyngton 4.45pm. Featuring Salvation Army Band & choir. Bring a chair if needed. Will take place at St Luke’s if weather is wet.

The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Loose Change.

Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Saturday 7th - Sunday 8th Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Laser Masters Event On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 10am. National Sailing Event. www.nssc.org.uk Saturday 7th to Friday 13th The Society of One Armed Golfers World Championships Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road All spectators are welcome. www.onearmgolf.org Sunday 8th Seaford Half Marathon Marine Parade and the Downs Fund-raising event for the NPS Lions Club, for event details go to www.npslions.co.uk Seaford Tennis Club Open Day Belgrave Road, Seaford 10am - 4pm. All welcome. Free coaching, ball machine, games and more.

Guided Tour Seaford Cemetary Seaford Cemetary, Alfriston Rd 10.30am. Meet at the cemetary gates. Guided tour led by local historian Kevin Gordon. Tickets from Seaford Tourist Info Centre, £5 or on the day. 01323 897426 www.sussextalks.co.uk Guided Tour Lewes 2pm. Depart from front of Lewes Station. Guided tour led by local historian Kevin Gordon.

Tickets from Seaford Tourist Info Centre, £5 or on the day. 01323 897426 www.sussextalks.co.uk

Karate Competition Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Rd All day. For more details tel. 01323 490011 Monday 9th Seaford Seniors Forum AGM St Thomas More Church Hall, Highlands Road 2pm. Meeting followed by a presentation by William Thomas from the Horder Centre. For further details see page ?? tel: 01323 899256 or visit www. seaford-seniors-forum .org Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Cadet Night Piddinghoe Pond 5pm. Young members learning sailing skills. Non members welcome. www.nssc.org.uk Tuesday 10th NGS Open Garden Driftwood Garden, 4 Marine Dr 11am - 5pm. £4 entry. Tea, cakes and light lunch available.

Tel. 01323 899296. www.driftwoodbysea..co.uk Probus Club of Seaford Seven Sisters Hotel, Alfriston Rd 12 noon for 12.30pm lunch.

Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and speaker. Tel: 01323 894939 or 01323 897546 Seaford Natural History Society Rye Harbour Nature Reserve 2pm. Meet at Rye Harbour car park (TN31 7TU). Visitors £1 donation. Tel: 01323 491964. www.seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk Free film night Chyngton Methodist Church, Millberg Road 7pm. The film is the story of a kid’s fight back from a life of crime.

The GuestHouse Storytellers Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven 7.30pm. ‘Fairies in the Gutter’. with professional storyteller Ursula Holden Gill. Share a story or just listen. To book a 10-minute-slot email rondaarmitage@hotmail.co.uk.

Tickets £6/£7 on the door. www. hillcrestcentre.co.uk/activities/ storytelling.html Wednesday 11th Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd 2pm - 4pm. Members and guests.

Speaker Chris O’Donoghue (Great Dixter) Garden Design Consultant. www.esfwi.org.uk/seaford.html

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Seaford Museum Martello Tower, Esplanade Evening walk. Midsummer Special Event to Newhaven’s Harbour and its three stations followed by supper. members only. Advanced booking.

Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Seaford & District Stamp Club Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.15 for 7.30pm. Bill Hedley talking on Austria. All stamp collectors welcome.

Tel: 01323 890699. www.seafordstampclub.co.uk Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Races On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. Racing starts. www.nssc.org.uk Thursday 12th Seahaven RAFA Lunch 12pm for 12.30pm. Two-course lunch at either the Royal British Legion or the White Lion. Please book one week in advance by phoning 01323 898907.

Seaford Afternoon Flower Club Garden Party Mary McGhee’s Garden Cream tea with plants, cakes and produce, sales table, stalls, raffles prize games etc. Tickets £3.50 from Tina Bacon on 01323 873162 Friday 13th Full Moon Gong Ceremony Gong Gardens, Sutton Road 6.30pm for 7pm start. Voluntary £10 contribution or exchange.

Free Gong session and CD for pregnant ladies. For more information tel: 01323 890101 Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Cameron Brown with his favourite songs by Jake Thakeray, Steve Benbow and Paddy Roberts.Tel: 01323 899405 www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton 8.30pm. Fat Belly Jones Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Saturday 14th Festival of Healing Westgate Chapel, High St Lewes 10am - 5pm. Free. Fountain of Health Comp. Hands on healing clinic, training, courses, music

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and massage. Tea and cakes. Tel: 01323 896192 Seaford Primary School Summer Fayre Wilkinson Way 11.45am circus procession. 12 3.30pm. Kid’s quad bikes, circus workshops, bouncy castle, stalls, displays, refreshments and more.

Cascading Bears & Tea Party St Peter’s Church 2pm - 4pm. Brave bears will have the chance to parachute from the Chapel window. Help raise money for the Family Support Charity. All ages welcome.

St Luke’s Summer Fête St Luke’s Church, Walmer Road 2pm - 4pm. Home made cakes, refreshments, raffle, tombola, gifts, games, bric-a-brac, face paiting, ice cream and birds of prey. Tel: Edward 01323 892443 Prize Bingo Night Denton Cummunity Hall 6.30pm. Royal Air Force Air Cadets raise funds towards equipment. Tea/coffee, soft drinks and cakes. Tel: 01273 513218 The Rude Mechanical Theatre bring ‘The Wife’ Crouch Walled Garden, East Street, Seaford 7.30pm. £13. Hilarious but deeply poetic play. Bring warm clothes, chairs and a picnic from 7pm. www.therudemechanicaltheatre. co.uk Seaford Twinning Association 37 Church St, Tourist Information entrance 7.30pm. £1. Celebrating 30 years of twinning. American- style buffet (bring & share) and bring your own drinks. Raffle.

The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Free juke box & pool.

Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Saturday 14th - Thurs 26th ‘Elsewhere and Otherwise’ – Peter Messer Hop Gallery, Fisher St, Lewes 10.30am - 5pm (Tues to Sat), 12 noon - 4pm (Sun). Well known intense egg tempera paintings. Tel: 01273 487744. www.hopgallery.com Sunday 15th Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Sunday Series On the sea

by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. www.nssc.org.uk

Boot, Craft & Produce Fair Martello Fields 9am to 1pm. Free entry and parking. Stallholders 7.30am, pitch fee £8. Fair organised

by Rotary Club of Seaford.

Tel. 01323 873988, email: mike.j.roper@googlemail.com Friends of Tide Mills Meeting Tide Mills 10am - 12pm. Meet at beach end of the old village road. Help us to care for this special place.

Pickers and collecting sacks provided. Email Jim Skinner: brian.skinner2@btinternet.com National Trust Seaford Association Open Garden Day ‘Windover’, Chyngton Lane 11am - 4pm. Come and see the beautiful garden and enjoy tea and cakes.

The Hampden Arms South Heighton 8.30pm. Father’s Day Sunday Lunches. Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Age Concern Sunday Lunch Club The Downs 60+ Club, Sutton Corner 12.45pm. Sherry, roast lunch, dessert, coffee/mints and raffle with relaxed and friendly atmosphere. £5.50. To book tel: 01323 899434 The Joyce Campbell Sunday Lunch Club St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road 1pm. Sunday roast and gettogether for Seaford senior citizens. £5. Transport can be arranged. To book and further details tel: 01323 892327 Monday 16th Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Cadet Night Piddinghoe Pond 5pm. Young members learning sailing skills. Non members welcome. www.nssc.org.uk Tuesday 17th Seaford and Bishopstone Neighbourhood Watch Assoc.

37 Church Street 6pm. Central/South Panel.

St Luke’s Church Hall,Walmer Rd 7.30pm. East/North Panel Wednesday 18th The Wednesday Group Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.30pm. Walk TBC. Tel: 01323 871292

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Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Races On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. Racing starts. www.nssc.org.uk Thursday 19th “Plauschgruppe” Seaford German Conversation Group Seaford Seafront near Bishoptone Station 12 noon - 2pm. £1 + cost of lunch. New members welcome.

Friday 20th Seaford Community Cinema The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm. ‘Inside Llewyn Davis’, Cert. 15. Tickets £6/£5 from Seaford Tourist Information or www.seafordcinema.org Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Singers/musicians evening, come and share your songs, poems or just listen.Tel: 01323 899405 www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton 8.30pm. Fab Friday. Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Saturday 21st Seaford and District Horticultural Society St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, off Church Street 10am - 12noon. ‘Summer Show’ open to all. £1 includes tea/ coffee. www.seafordhorti.com Christian Aid Cream Tea Bishopstone Village Hall 2.30pm. £4. Everyone welcome.

Tel: Colin 01323 894899 Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Midsummer Party On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 7pm. Members only at Seaford Sailing Club. www.nssc.org.uk The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Baker Boys.

Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Sunday 22nd Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Sunday Series On the sea

by Marine Parade, Seaford 10am. www.nssc.org.uk

Seaford Community Garden Crouch, Peace Garden off East St 9.30am - 12.30pm. Mayor’s Open Garden Trail. Perennials, transformed childerns play area and Wendy House. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/scg Mayor’s Garden Trail Various Locations 11am - 5pm. Garden trail through Seaford and Bishopstone. £5 to see all 9 venues. Tel. 01323 899296, www.driftwoodbysea.co.uk Monday 23rd Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Cadet Night Piddinghoe Pond 5pm. Young members learning sailing skills. Non members welcome. www.nssc.org.uk Tuesday 24th The National Trust Seaford Association (NTSA) Outing to RHS Wisley Garden 8.30am. Coach trip to Whisley, £25.50 per person.Tel: Ann on 01323 892744. www.seafordsussex.co.uk/nt/events Seaford Natural History Society Castle Hill LNR, Newhaven 2.30am. Meet at Reserve car park (NOT the Fort car park). Members only. Tel: 01323 491964. www.seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk Seaford Sweethearts WI Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd 8pm. Monthly meeting. New members welcome. www. seafordwi.co.uk Wednesday 25th Plauschgruppe’ Seaford German Conversationalists White Lion, 74 Claremont Rd 7pm - 10pm. £1 donation, raffle, meals available. New members welcome. Tel: 01323 896315 Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Races On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. Racing starts. www.nssc.org.uk The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Ben’s Disco/Karaoke.

Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Thursday 26th Seaford and District Horticultural Society St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, off Church Street 7pm. Guest speaker Sarah

Oldridge “The history and work of Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew”. www.seafordhorti.com Seaford Gardening Club Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 7.30pm. £2. All welcome to a talk with David Fitton on seaside and chalk gardening.

Refreshments and raffle.

Tel: Anne 01323 491331 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sgc Friday 27th Sussex Wildlife Trust Ranger Guided Walk Seaford Head Nature Reserve 10am - 12am. Free guide looking at wildlife. Bring binoculars. Meet at the South Hill Barn car park. sarahquantrill@sussexwt.org.org.uk New Moon Gong Ceremony Gong Gardens, Sutton Road 6.30pm for 7pm start. Voluntary £10 contribution or exchange.

Free Gong session and CD for pregnant ladies. For more information tel: 01323 890101 Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Carole Palmer and Maria Barham sing traditional songs together. Tel: 01323 899405 www.seafordfolkclub.com Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Races On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. Racing starts. www.nssc.org.uk The Hampden Arms South Heighton 8.30pm. Tube Snake Boogie band. Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Saturday 28th Seahaven Veterans & Armed Forces Day 2014 Martello Fields 10am - 4pm. Veterans and Cadets parade, community stalls, fun fair rides, area displays and militery exhibitions. Tel: Gemma 01323 894870 Secret Garden Open Day 4 Sunningdale Close, BN25 4PF 11 - 5pm. In aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice. Refreshments, wheelchair access. Dogs welcome.

Lunchtime Concert St Leonard’s Church, Church St 1pm. Sussex Police Choir. Free event self-supported by donations. www.seafordparish.org.uk

Saturday 28th - Thurs 3rd July Seaford Art Club Art Show Arts@theCrypt, 23 Church St 10.30am - 4.30pm. Free.

Celebrating 60 years. Paintings, gift cards and drawing activities.

Monday 30th Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Cadet Night Piddinghoe Pond 5pm. Young members learning sailing skills. Non members welcome. www.nssc.org.uk

Saturday 28th - Thurs 10th July ‘Growing Old Absurd’ – John Mitchell Hop Gallery, Fisher St, Lewes 10.30am - 5pm (Tues to Sat), 12 noon - 4pm (Sun), preview and meet the artist 12.30 2.30pm Sat 28th only. Vibrant paintings, touch on ageing, loss, tenacity and fragility. Tel: 01273 487744. www.hopgallery.com

Tuesday 1st July NGS Open Garden Driftwood Garden, 4 Marine Dr 11am - 5pm. £4 entry. Tea, cakes and light lunch available.

Tel. 01323 899296. www.driftwoodbysea..co.uk

Sunday 29th Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club, Seahaven Cup Race On the sea by Marine Parade, Seaford 11am. Racing starts. www.nssc.org.uk Garden Party 31 Sutton Avenue, Seaford 1.30pm to 5pm. Sussex cream teas, and home made cakes, tombola, bric-a-brac, stalls and Seaford Silver Band.

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Tuesday 1st & Wed 2nd July Seaford Museum Martello Tower, Esplanade 6pm - 8pm. Free. An evening invitation to all school staff.

Drinks and nibbles available. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Wednesday 2nd July Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Evening Series On the sea

by Marine Parade, Seaford 7.30pm. www.nssc.org.uk

WHAT’S ON WEEKLY

ARTS & CRAFTS

Artists Group The Palm Tree, 12 Sutton Park Road (next to Nationwide) Weds & Thurs: 10am - 4pm.

Local artists - come meet, share and display your works. www.facebook.com/ thepalmtreeseaford 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: 07986 800730 Drawing for Beginners Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Mon: 1.30 - 3.30pm, starts 9th June. 6-week taster course with experienced tutor Sally Taylor. £55 total cost. Tel: 01323 370907 or 01323 890644 Eastbourne Moviemakers Club 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 Julia Galvin 01323 507712

Knit & Craft Chyngton Methodist Church Hall, Millberg Road, Seaford Thurs: 2pm - 4pm. All welcome, come and learn new skills making articles for charities. Tel: Viola on 01323 890271 Little Acorn Machine Knitting Club Baptist Church, Belgrave Rd 2nd Fri of month: 2 - 4pm. Tel: Helen Doran on 01323 872218 or email: hdoran@talktalk.net Newhaven Art Club Peacehaven Evangelical Church Mon: 2pm. Members meet to paint and draw together with discussions, demonstrations, lifedrawing and sketching outdoors.

Annual subs. £25. Why not come along and see how you get on? www.newhavenartclub.org.uk 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 continued...

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WHAT’S ON WEEKLY

Seaford Photographic Society Chyngton Methodist Church Hall Fri: 7.45pm. September to June. www.seafordphotosoc.co.uk

clubs & organisations Air Cadets 1218 Sqn. Air Training Corps Transit Road, Newhaven Mon & Thurs: 7 - 9.30pm.

Aged 13 to 17 and interested in aviation? Come along any evening. Tel: 01273 513218

sessions (excl. lunch). Come along or tel: 01323 896422 on Tues 10am-12 noon.

Encompass St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd 3rd Mon of the month: 2 - 4pm. A variety of speakers, tea, sandwiches and cake. All welcome. Tel: 01323 891749 or 894608 or 872281.

Meet and Greet Civic Centre, 360 South Coast Road, Telscombe Cliffs Last Saturday of the month 10.30am - 12 noon. Meet and greet group for dementia patients and their carers. Come and join our friendly group for a chat and refreshments. For more details tel 01323 898813

Mercread Youth Centre Mercread Road, Seaford Mon: 6pm - 7pm. Seaford Youth Friendly Hour Forum Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd Tues: 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Juniors Tues twice monthly: Youth Club (Year 8 & 9), £1.

2.30 - 3.30pm. Talks on a variety Weds: 3.30 - 6pm. After School Civil Service Pensioners Alliance of subjects. Transport can be Club (Year 6 & 7), £1.

Seaford Constitutional Club, arranged. Tel: Rita Evans on Thurs: 3.30pm - 5.30pm.

Crouch Lane 01323 896877 or email: T.O.A.S.T. Girls Only Group, £1.

1st Tues of month: 10am. ritaevans@hotmail.com 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Seniors Youth Friendly chat inc. group business Club (Year 9+), £1.

Growing Old Disgracefully Group and info on pensions/benefits/ For more details contact Roger The Archway & various venues socials & days out. Refreshments.

Daw on 01323 892531z0 2nd Fri of month: 2 - 4pm.

Clinton Centre Café Monthly meeting including, talks, Midland Bank/HSBC Retirees Clinton Centre, Clinton Place discussions and outings. For Group Tues: 10am - 11.30am. Coffee/ more details tel: 01323 490154 Lansdowne Hotel, Eastbourne tea and biscuit or toast and Last Thurs of month: 10.30am HIVE Youth Club butter, £1. Tel: 01323 873262 - 12 noon. Calling all retired Seaford Baptist Church, Coffee Morning & Bring & Buy Belgrave Road members. Coffee, tea and St Luke’s Church Hall, Walmer Rd Fri: 7.15 - 8.45pm. (School biscuits with friendly people.Tel Weds: 10am - 12 noon Mrs Doreen Woodward-Davies year 7 - sixth form). Games, 01323 898907 activities, workshops, pool, table Coffee Pot football, table tennis, Xbox, Chyngton Methodist Church Mitchell House Monday Tea Club Playstation, instruments, social Hall 43 Lexden Drive events and trips out, advice, Thurs: 10 - 11.30am. Assorted Mon: 3 - 4.30pm. Tea, chat and encouragement & guidance. items on sale. Disabled access. a game or two. 50p and extra Annual membership £5 (excl.

Friendly atmosphere. Tel: 01323 charge to play games (for prize social events and trips).

Term time 891534 funding). Tel: 01323 891804 only. Tel: 01323 896009 www.

Cuckmere Valley Transition National Trust Seaford seafordbaptistchurch.org.uk Group Association (NTSA) Kids Aloud George Inn, Alfriston Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd Kingswell, 115-117 Vale Road 1st Thurs of month: 7pm 3rd Wed of month (Oct (Community Church Hall) Energy Group meeting.

Mar): 2.30pm. Illustrated talks Fri: 3.45pm - 5.30pm. Free Tel: 01323 870409. email: on a wide range of subjects, after-school activities for children plus outings. New members cuckmeretransition@gmail.com aged 4-12.

All welcome for www. cuckmerevalleytransition. welcome. Annual fee £7. games, art and stories. Tel: Tina org.uk Tel: 01323 896399 01323 492833. www.kings-well. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/nt Downs 60+ Club org.uk/kids_aloud.htm Sutton Corner, Seaford (Old Newhaven & Seaford Sea Lipreading Classes Flint Building, grounds of Cadets St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Downs Leisure Centre) The Old Church, Chapel Street, Blatchington Rd 10am-12 noon and 2-4pm.

Newhaven Tues mornings: Tel Jennie Mon am: Art, snooker. pm: Mon & Fri: 7pm - 9pm (seniors) Gurdin on 01273 585339 Snooker, table tennis, Phase 10.

Fri: 7pm - 9pm (juniors) L: IVE Youth Club Tues am: Snooker, art, keep fit Newhaven, Peacehaven & Seaford Baptist Church, (10.30-11.30) pm: Rummykub, Seaford Lions Club Belgrave Road table tennis, social. Weds am: White Lion Hotel, Claremont Rd Art, snooker, choir (10.30-11.30), Fri: 6 - 7pm. (School year 4th Thurs of month: 8pm lunch club 12.30pm pm: Bridge, 3 - 6). Games and activities inc. meeting. www.npslions.co.uk pool, table football, table tennis, snooker, chat & hobby. Thurs games consoles, craft zones, am: Art, Scrabble, snooker, Play Readings at the and a tuck shop. Admission exercise & dance pm: Art, Seaford Little Theatre £1 inc 50p worth of tuck. snooker. Fri am: Art, snooker 4 Steyne Road First week free. Term time pm: Table tennis, snooker.

1st Tues every month: at 7.30pm. only. Tel: 01323 896009 www.

Sat am: Table tennis, snooker.

Everyone welcome to join in First 2 sessions free, £50 annual seafordbaptistchurch.org.uk or just listen, play readings are membership, unlimited weekly

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held in the coffee lounge. Tel: Mary 01323 351882 or email gmaryyoung@gmail.com The Palm Tree 12 Sutton Park Road (next to Nationwide) Tues: 10.30am - 12.30pm.

Internationals coffee morning. www.facebook.com/ thepalmtreeseaford Parish Tea Party St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Rd 3rd Mon of month: 3pm. Tel: 01323 895552 Probus Club of Seaford Seven Sisters Hotel, Alfriston Rd 2nd Tues of month: 12pm for 12.30pm lunch. Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and speaker.

Tel: 01323 894939 or 897546 The Rotary Club of Seaford Seaford Golf Club, Firle Rd Weds: 12.45 for 1pm. Weekly meeting.

Royal Antidiluvian Order of Buffaloes The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road Sun: 3pm. Weekly meetings Tel: 01323 325121 l.dmurray@yahoo.co.uk The Royal Society of St George Monthly events. England’s leading patriotic society. Contact Chairman 01323 899985 or email: 514928@talktalk.net.

St John Ambulance Headquarters, Little Place Lane Cadets Mon: 6.30 - 8.30pm.

(10 to 17 yrs) Adults Tues: 7.30 - 9pm Badgers Tues: 5.45 - 7.15 (6 to 10 yrs) currently not running. Tel: 07817 604279 Seaford Afternoon Flower Club St Luke’s Church Hall,Walmer Rd 3rd Thurs of month: 2.30pm.

Talks, demos, outings, etc. Past and new members welcome.

Visitors £4.50 inc. refreshments.

Tel Tina: 01323 873162 Seaford Bonfire Society White Lion Hotel, Claremont Rd First Thurs of month: 7pm.

Membership and open committee meeting. www.seafordbonfire.co.uk Seaford Branch ESDA Various locations First Fri of the month: Lunch/afternoon tea to catch up with friends and make new ones.All welcome. Contact Jane on 01323 514531 or email: marianne.colliard@esda.org.uk

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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. Tel: 01323 893022 Email:lesliefowle@tiscali.co.uk 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 Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington 1st Tues of month: Monthly lunch for members and guests.

Tel: 01323 896373 Seaford Lecture & Literary Club St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, off Church Street Tues: 7.30 - 8.30pm. Illustrated lectures by well-known speakers on a wide range of subjects.

From Oct to March. Tel: 01323 899932 or 893270.

Seaford Martello Rotary Club Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road Mon: 7.15pm for 7.45pm.

Tel: 01323 891009 or seafordmartellorotary@gmail.com 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 892413 Seaford Stroke & Caring Club St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Rd Mon: 2 - 4pm. Slides, music, quizzes, bingo, tea and homemade cakes. Some transport available. Tel: Joyce Woodgate: 01323 894547

Seahaven (Evening) Trefoil Guild Evening Meeting Downs Leisure Centre Over 60s Club 3rd Thurs of month: 7.30pm.

Tel: 01323 893250

Newhaven Country Market Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven Thursdays: 9.45am - 1pm.

Homemade produce, free-range eggs, fresh fish, plants, crafts, café.

Southdown Bridge Club 60+ Club, Downs Leisure Cnt Weds: 6.30 - 9.45pm. Friendly duplicate bridge for any age.

Tel: 01323 892171/896236

Newhaven Street Markets Newhaven High Street Thurs & Sats: 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

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 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 SussexRoamAbility Last Sun of month: Club for disabled people who like to explore the countryside.

Tel. 01323 892647 email: sheilamatthews99@aol.com, www.sussexroamability.co.uk Whist Drive St Thomas More Roman Catholic Church Hall, Sutton Rd Thurs: 1.45pm. £2 inc. tea and biscuits. Tel: 01323 896412

community

Country Market & Café Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Tues: 10am - 2pm. Local community market and cafe, serving light lunches. Stalls available. For more info tel Wendy on 07883 611677 www.sussexmarkets@live.co.uk East Dean Farmers’ Market East Dean Village Hall Weds: 10am - 12.30pm.

01323 423481

Seahaven St John Ambulance Coffee Morning Headquarters, Little Place Lane 1st and 3rd Sats 10am - 12pm

Love Heart Community Cafe Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Thurs: 10.30am - 12.30pm.

Supporting people with learning difficulties through work experience. All welcome. Tel: 01273 812976

Seahaven (Afternoon) Trefoil Guild Afternoon Meeting St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, off Church Street 1st Tues of month: 2.30 4.30pm. Tel: 01323 897959

Monday Coffee Mornings Seaford Little Theatre 4 Steyne Road Mon: 10am - 11.30am. Everyone welcome to come and enjoy a coffee/tea with biscuits.

Quiz Night The Hampden Arms, South Heighton Weds: 8pm. Tel: 07873 751166 or 01273 514529 Seaford Community Garden Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden Weds: 9.30am - 12.30pm. All are welcome to visit, volunteer or just enjoy the garden.

Seaford Police Neighbourhood Policing Team Meet & Greet Downs Leisure Centre Thurs: 3.30pm Meet your local Police Community Support Officers. www.sussex.police.uk

Ladies’ clubs

Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 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.

Tel: 01273 583484, email: coraandken@sky.com Seaford Sweethearts WI Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd 4th Tues of month: 8pm. New members welcome. www. seafordwi.co.uk Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd Mon: 10am - 12 noon: Art 2pm - 4pm: Play reading (fortnightly, check with organiser). Wed: 2 - 4pm Craft, chat, Scrabble (1st Wednesday in the month only). Monthly: book reading in a member’s home (check with Kay). Tel 01323 890506

Seahaven Lioness Club The Old Plough, Church St, Seaford, Function Room 2nd Tues of month: 7.30pm.

Monthly meeting. Tel: 0845 8332796 www.npslions.co.uk

music & drama

The Archway Blatchington Rd Tel 01323 897590 www.thearchway-seaford.co.uk Gospelish Choir Mon: 8pm - 9.30pm. Gospel & soul-inspired music. £7 a session.

Contemporary Choir Weds: 12.30pm at Archway, 8pm at The Trek. Everything from Ellington to Supertramp. £7 per 1.5hr session.

Bishopstone Chorale 10a Hurdis Rd, Bishopstone Sat: 10.30-12.30pm. Small friendly group (est 17 yrs) sing madrigals to songs from musicals.

Tenors & basses needed. Tel: 490886.

Chyngton Youth Academy of Arts and Drama St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Rd Thurs: 4pm. Ages 5-12 Fri: 5.30pm. Ages 12-18.

For drama classes contact Ellen on 07791 081935 Haven Harmonies Hillcrest Centre, Hillcrest Road, Newhaven Mon: 7 - 9pm. Contemporary repertoire accompanied on guitar. No need to read music. £5 per session. Contact Marian Stanley for more information on 01273 611068 or email: marianstanley43@gmail.com Just Voices ‘a cappella’ harmony Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane Mon: 2 - 3.30pm. All welcome no need to read music.

Tel: 07788 166173, email: monmaloney@googlemail.com Seaford Choral Society Cradle Hill School, Lexden Rd Mon: 7.15 - 9.15pm. Weekly rehearsals. Tel: 01323 482387, email: info@seaford-choralsociety.com www.seaford-choral-society.com Seaford Handbell Ringers St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Rd Weds: 10am - 12.30pm or 2 4pm. New members welcome.

Tel Joe on 01323 893878

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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.

Rehearsals - new members welcome. Tel: 01323 492240 Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane Weds: 6 - 8pm. Performance based learning for young people.

Enquiries: 07710 426321 or email: paulawoolven@hotmail.com Seaford Silver Band Seaford Head School, Steyne Rd Weds: 8 - 10pm. Rehearsals.

New members welcome.

Tel: 01323 892424 or 07740 646386 visit www. seafordsilverband.co.uk Seaford Youth Drama Group Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd Mon: groups from 5pm.

Very reasonable prices. New members welcome. Contact Chris on 01323 892023.

Southdown Society of Recorder Players St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Road 4th Sat of the month: 2 - 5pm.

Contact Maggie Jakeman, 01323 895552 or email: mjakeman@sky.com U3A “Hotch-Potch Orchestra” St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Fri: 10am - 12 noon. Conductor Pat White. Tel: Phyllys Merrifield on 01323 893882 U3A Recorder Group St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Road Weds: 2 - 4pm. Contact Maggie Jakeman on 01323 895552

Baby & Pre-School

Ante- & Postnatal Excercise Class Downs Leisure Centre, Seaford Tues: 10.45 - 11.30am. Specialtist excercise class for mums to be and new mums. Crèche on site or baby welcome in class.

Tel: Catherine 07901 683577 / 01323 490011 or email c.s.cornish@hotmail.com.

Baby Sensory Development Class The Clinton Centre, Clinton Pl Thurs: Classes for babies 0-13months at 10am and 11.30.

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Contact us for a free session on 07793 732103 Parent and Toddler Group St Peter’s Church Chapel Rms Tues: 9 - 11am. Open to all 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

sport & dance Aerobics Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Tues: 6.30pm - 7.30pm.

Tel: 07786 425758 www.louisecavefitness.co.uk

Alfriston Badminton Club Pleasant Rise, Alfriston Weds: 8 - 10pm. Small friendly group looking to expand its membership. All standards welcome. Tel: 01323 645210 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 Body Vibes Windover Fitness, nr Alfriston Mon: 10am. Weds: 7pm and 8pm, Thurs: 5.30pm, 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Tel: 01323 871554/07930 738034.

Body Works Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road Fri: 1.30pm: All age circuits, 2.45 - 4pm: Older adult stretch & tone. £5 pp. Tel: 01323 871554/07930 738034.

BOKWA® Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 8-9pm. Amazing new dance and fitness class.

Beginners welcome.

Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Boxercise® & Bootcamp Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 7 - 8pm. Fun workout for all, beginners welcome.

Fri: 7-8pm Advanced padwork & circuits.

Boxercise® Bootcamp The Scout Hut, Fort Road, Newhaven Tues: 7-8pm. Fun workout for all, beginners welcome. Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600

CoreAbility Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon & Weds: 6 - 7pm. Shape, tone and strengthen your whole body. Beginners welcome.

Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Denton Indoor Bowls Club Denton Island, Newhaven Mon - Sun: 9am - 7pm. New members welcome. Tel 01323 899668 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 League Clinto Centre, Clinton Place Tues: 7 - 8pm. Fun and friendly classes suitable for all abilities and ages (term time only).First class free, then £5. Call Jackie on 01435 812950 or 07779 316595 or wood555@aol.com 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 Health Walks Martello Tower/The Salts Café 10am - 11am. New health walks, subsequently to run every first Tuesday (starts from Salts Café) and third Tuesday (starts from Martello Tower) of the month.

All ages and abilities welcome.

Free, no need to book. Run by The Conservation Volunteers.

Tel Paula on 07740 899559, email p.hubens@tcv.org.uk Kids’ Boxercise® Seaford Primary School, Wilkinson Way Tues: 3.30 - 4.15pm. Tel: 01323 896600 or 07711 890956

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 the Dance Co. St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd Thurs 9am - 10.15am. Beginners followed by coffee.

Tel: 07709 145724, email: donna_steele@rocketmail.com 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 The Yurt, side entrance Florence House, Southdown Rd Sun: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Come and sample meditation from different traditions. All are welcome. Donation by contribution. Tel Marisha: 07739 440883 Meditation & Relaxation St James’ Clubhouse, Blatchington Rd Sat: 10 - 11am.

The Archway, Blatchington Rd Tues: 11am -12 noon.

Fri: 6 - 7pm. Tel on 01323 365802 or 07557 539507.

Email: pia1807@hotmail.co.uk 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 Pilates The Archway Arts Centre, Blatchington Road Tues & Thurs evenings Weds, Thurs & Fri mornings Tel Tricia 07941 922129 www.pilatesofseaford.co.uk

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Pilates - Movement for Life St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Rd Tues: 7.15pm & Thurs: 9.30am.

Open classes for mixed ability.

Peacehaven Chiropractic, South Coast Road Weds: 9.30am & 10.45am.

Small Groups in Seaford Mon: 9.30am, 12.15pm & 1.30pm Thurs: 7.30pm. Plus scenic Pilates Walks. Tel: Karen 01323 873309. www. movementforlife-pilates.co.uk Purrfect Yoga Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Tues: 7am Weds: 1pm Thurs: 6.20pm Telscombe Cliffs Community Church, Peacehaven Weds: 9.30am St James’ Clubhouse, Blatchington Rd, Seaford Mon: 9.30pm Thurs: 7.30pm (with Beautiful Yoga). All abilities welcome.

Ante- and postnatally trained. Tel: Catherine 07901 683577. www.facebook.com/purrfectyoga or email c.s.cornish@hotmail.com Seaford & District Folk Dance Group Sutton Hall, Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road Mon: 7.45pm. New members welcome. Tel: 01273 516668 or 01273 585551 Seaford Kurlers Downs Leisure Centre Tues: 2 - 4pm. All welcome. Tel: June Wood on 01323 895376 Seaford Netball Club Seaford Head Sports Hall Mon: 6pm - 7pm. Juniors, age 10-14. £3.

1st & 3rd Mon of the month: 7.15pm - 8.45pm. Development, age 15-18. £4.

2nd & 4th Mon of the month: 7.30pm - 9pm. Seniors, age 19 upwards. £5. New members welcome. Tel: 07724 956649.

Seaford Rambling Club Various locations A varied programme of walks for active people. For details tel 01323 894370 or www.seafordrambling-club.freeola.org Seaford Rugby Football Club Salts Recreation Ground, Marine Parade Tues & Thurs: 7 - 9pm.

Recruiting new players for two teams in the 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 Mon & Weds (main night): 7pm.

All ages and abilities welcome. www.seafordstriders.org.uk Seaford Table Tennis Seaford Head College, Sports Hall, Steyne Road Thurs: 7 - 9pm. Players of all levels welcome.

Email: john.jrinst@gmail.com Seaford Traditional Folk Dance Group St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road Wed: 10am-12pm. Visitors, new members welcome. £3 pw Tel: 01323 897315 Seahaven Dance Seaford and Newhaven Mon - Sat Contact Mechele on 07738 831616, email: info@seahavendance.co.uk www.seahavendance.co.uk Sk8school Inline Skating Hard Football Pitch near the Salts play area, Marine Parade Weds: 10am - 11am & 4.30 5.30pm. Beginners class Learn a new skill and get fit for summer. £8 adults, £5 children. Advance booking essential. Protective gear must be worn and can be hired in advance. Skate hire £5.

Call 07988 151632 email: info@simonewells.com www.sk8school.co.uk 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 Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Thurs: 10.15 - 11.15am. With Robert Bowley. Tel: 07796 545669 Tea Dancing Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Thurs: 2 - 4.30pm tea dance with Peter Harvey. Tel: 01323 890087 Wave Leisure Health Walks From Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road Thurs: 10am. Tel: 01323 490011

Wellness Centre, Seaford Sun: 9am. FREE Fit Club All ages and abilities, includes advice on nutrition.

Tues: 9.15am. FREE health walks.

FREE sports nutrition talks and evaluations by appointment 1:1 or for clubs and groups. Booking required call Sue: 07969 041865 Beautiful Yoga St James’ Trust Clubhouse, Blatchington Rd Mon: 9.30-10.45am. Tues: 7.308.45pm. Tel. 01323 894000 kelly@beautiful-yoga.co.uk 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. £4 per lesson. Tel. 01323 492351 Yoga – Seahaven Yoga The Archway, 1 Blatchington Rd Weds: 6.30pm, Sat: 9.30am Summerhayes Centre, Marshall Lane, Newhaven Tues & Thurs: 6.15pm. Gentle traditional yoga.

The Anahata Health Clinic 119/120 Edward St, Brighton Weds: 10.45 - 11.45am.

Gentle yoga for those with ME & Chronic Fatigue or who just want to take it easy. Tel 07983 622840/01323 892638 seahavenyoga@btinternet.com www.seahavenyoga.co.uk Yoga with Therese Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Mon: 6.30 - 8pm Cradle Hill School, Lexden Rd Thurs: 6.30 - 8pm Meridian Community Centre Peacehaven Thurs: 10.30am - 12pm.

Beginners and intermediates welcome. Tel Therese on 07515 961327 or email: theresesaunders7@aol.com Zumba & Fitsteps with Becky Chyngton School, Milberg Road Mon: 7 - 8pm, Zumba Cradle Hill School, Lexden Rd Tue: 7.15pm - 8pm, Fitsteps Discounts for loyal cards.

Tel: 07892 884944 Zumba & Fitsteps with Louise Fitsteps: Mon 6pm. Newlands School, Seaford. Tues 7.45pm.

Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Zumba: Tues 10am, Thurs 10am Mercread Youth Centre.

Weds 7.30pm, Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven.

Thurs 10am Mercread Youth Centre Zumba Gold: Wed: 9.30am (term time only), Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven. 11am RC Church Hall, Edith Ave, Peacehaven. Thurs: 2pm, Mercread Youth Centre. Tel: 07786 425758. www.louisecavefitness.co.uk

Weight loss & Beauty

12-Week Community Weight Loss Challenge The Wellness Centre, Seaford Tues: 10.30am Thurs: 6.30pm. £35 (£2.90 pw) with chance to win £300.

1:1 consultations for health and wellness including 3 day weight loss trials. For mor information Tel: 07969 041865 www.weightlossseaford.co.uk Overeaters Anonymous Co-op Supermarket, Peacehaven Thurs: 7.30pm. A self-help group for people who wish to change their behaviour around food and eating. Tel: Ruth on 07956 393998 Skincare Consultations Wellness Centre, Seaford 1:1 or groups - gifts for hostess.

Call Sue on 07969 041865 Slimming World Seaford Constitutional Club Tues: 9.30am Tel: Annette 07581 751116 or 01273 757339 Weight Loss Challenge & Wellness Club WellnessWorks, Seaford Fri: 11am. £35 for 12 weeks.

Free private consultation by appointment. Tel 01323 897671 Herbalife Healthy Breakfast & Sampling Free. Tel 01323 897671 Skin Care Workshop & Facial Free. Tel 01323 897671 Weight Watchers 60+ Club, Downs Leisure Ctr Sutton Road Mons: 9.45am. Join us and relax with a cup of coffee or tea.

Leader Sally 01273 605749. www.weightwatchers.co.uk Weight Watchers Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Weds: 5.45pm. Come along and learn about ProPoints. Contact Sue on 07786 967000.

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