Inside Shoreham and Southwick magazine

Hello and welcome to the September edition of The Inside Shoreham and Southwick magazine.

In this months issue, we have some new local businesses to mention.A big welcome to Peter Reygate, Southwick’s local Jazz & Ballet Dancing. For Shoreham area, we have Lisa Saw with Dance Fit. We also have Affordable Flooring from our local high street!

Welcome to Optimum in Southwick. Your local kitchen appliance store; Jane from Clear Counselling; Neil from Chimney Sweep and Shoreham College!

This month, we have the Shoreham Wordfest. Local cinema and Jazz evening at St Mary de Haura; news about the restoration of St Nicolas Weather Vane; and many other local news and articles. Many thanks to all the contributors and advertisers to this month’s edition!

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What’s INSIDE this month

Working together to Reach Net-Zero

Songs for Shoreham

Singles Club celebrates 17 years

Pembrokes – retirees don’t overlook the Surprising risk of underspending in retirement

Coral in Shoreham Harbour

Christmas is coming- Already ?

Arts Society Steyning Talk

Ropetackle Cinema presents

What’s On

Shoreham Wordfest –“Here and There”

Long-Term Care funding

Buckingham Park News

Jazz Evening at St Mary de Haura

Sussex Search Dogs Marks 20 years of Service

St Nicolas Church Weather Vane

Looking after yourself in times of change

Photography – Steve Boyle

Local Authors Book releases

Hand delivered to homes and businesses in the Shoreham and Southwick areas reaching out to over 15,000 readers.

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Credit; front Photo: Frances Nicholson

Love to Move and time to chat

Love to Move is a fun, age and dementia friendly seated movement programme to music. It is suited to older adults, those living with dementia, MS and Parkinson’s and their carers. Delivered by British Gymnastics’ Love to Move coaches. There will be a nominal charge. After the class, there will be refreshments and time to chat.

Wed's 2.30-3.30pm Shoreham Baptist Church

Western Road, Shoreham BN43 5WD

1st Monday every month 2-3pm Ropetackle

Arts Centre, Shoreham BN43 5EG

To book your seat please contact: cherrytolcher@hotmail.com

“My mum who has Alzheimer’s absolutely loves these sessions –it’s a wonderful activity that we can do together and she really comes alive.” Supported and sponsored by: For more information call 01273 286 172

Working Together to Reach Net Zero – Community Conference FREE

Working Together to Reach Net Zero – Community Conference - FREE From Community to Business: Working Together to Reach Net Zero in the Climate Emergency.

Are you a local business owner or employee responsible for driving eco change, and based in Adur, Worthing, or across West Sussex? Or are you a local community organisation?

Join us for an inspiring and informative conference, brought together by Climate Resilience Centre Worthing (CREW), Transition Town Worthing (TTW) and Green Tides in partnership with Community Works.

Discover how (community and business) collaboration can drive climate resilience and mitigation efforts, while benefiting local businesses on their journey to net zero.

You will

• Hear from our expert speakers, who will showcase real-world examples of innovation and success stories from organisations that have already made significant progress in reducing their carbon footprint, and cost savings.

• Gain invaluable insights, practical tips. You’ll have the opportunity to ask ques-

tions relevant to your organisation, and book a workshop to suit your interests.

Thu 19 Oct 2023, 3-7pm

FREE finger foods, teas/coffee and the bar at the venue will be open.

Worthing Assembly Hall

Stoke Abbott Road Worthing

BN11 1HQ

For more information and to register for this FREE event https://www.communityworks.org.uk/events/working-together-to-reach-net-zero-community-conference/

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Songs for Shoreham: A Musical Celebration of Shoreham’s Heritage

Shoreham by Sea, 27th & 30th September, 2023

Get ready for an enchanting evening filled with captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics at the extraordinary Songs for Shoreham concert! Proudly presented by Ropetackle Arts Centre, this remarkable event is part of the 'Folk for All' ACE funded project and promises to be an unforgettable celebration of Shoreham's rich heritage.

Date: Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 at 7:30 pm

Matinee: Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 2:00 pm

Venue: Ropetackle Arts Centre, Little High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5EG

We’ll take you on a musical journey through the history and essence of Shoreham, brought to life by the exceptional talents of songwriters and performers: Robb Johnson, Mike Reinstein, Reina James-Reinstein, Mervyn Wallis, and the acclaimed Brighton-based folk ensemble, Bird in the Belly. This extraordinary collaboration of local celebrity songwriters will showcase their unique flair and personal touch, making this concert an experience like no other. Songs for Shoreham will transport you to the bustling airport, renowned film studios, and the heart of Shoreham's identity – its port and river. These specially written original songs delve deep into the stories that have shaped this beautiful town. What makes this event even more extraordinary is the involvement of esteemed Shoreham residents and incredibly talented local children who have all contributed to the creation of these remarkable songs. Sneaky peek into the specially created songs: Robb Johnson will perform a heartwarming song created with local children from Swiss Gardens Primary School titled ‘Shoreham, You Make Me Happy’. Bird in the Belly draws musical inspiration from the Adur River, while Mervyn Wallis has skilfully crafted an instrumental piece titled ‘Sussex SUITE,’ combining local poetry and imagery into a mesmerising musical interpretation. Additionally, Mike Reinstein celebrates Nathaniel Gould, a somewhat contentious historical local merchant and politician, and Robb Johnson dedicates a song to the 'People's Tree' and the power of the local people over pointless development. The concert also features a moving song celebrating Esperanza, a Big Issue seller who used to sell at the monthly Farmers Market, as well as a delightful musical poem and round by Reina James-Reinstein celebrating the 6 Ropewalks of Shoreham and the importance of rope.

This features postcards of current-day Shoreham and contributions from the children at Swiss Garden Primary School mentored by Robb Johnson, amongst other amazing songs created exclusively for this show by our exceptional local musicians.

Robb, Mervyn, Reina and Mike performed at a special assembly for Swiss Garden Primary School which concluded with the children joining for their unique song. The children are keen to repeat their

triumph at the Ropetackle in September!

Kitty, resident at Barchester’ Kingsland House care home in Shoreham and Harold, who has sadly since passed, shared their enduring love story spanning over 60 years and inspired songwriters Mike Reinstein and Reina James-Reinstein to craft a beautiful song that will be performed live.

Kitty and Harold were delighted to learn that their love story had been immortalized in a song. They said at the time, "We can't believe that we're going to star in a song, we are so thrilled. We met such a long time ago but have been in love ever since, I can still remember dancing together at The Regent – those were the days! I am so grateful to Mike and Reina for taking such an interest in our story and dedicating a beautiful song to us – it is so very kind of them," they joyfully added.

The concert is directed and produced by the renowned Barb Jungr, with executive production by Anne Hodgson and Ebou Touray. For more information and ticket availability, please visit Ropetackle Arts Centre's website at: https://ropetacklecentre.co.uk/ or contact us for interview availability.

Singles club celebrates 17 years

A party for 100 people was held in Brighton recently for 100 people aged 55+ - and the dancing never stopped. This is what happens when members of The Group, a Sussex club for unattached men and women, aged 55+, get together.

Back in 2006, The Group opened in Haywards Heath. Later a venue was found in Brighton, followed by venues in Horsham, Lewes and Worthing.

Seven years ago, celebrating it’s first 10 years, The Group held a celebratory dinner. And then Covid. The Group had to stop meeting and had to cancel its planned 15 year celebration.

But, always keen to party, The Group’s seventeenth birthday - odd number though it is - presented members with the perfect opportunity to get together.

Says Tricia Bentley, co-founder of The Group. “We’re very proud that unattached people have a means of meeting new friends through The Group.

Our members tend to be aged 55+ but we don’t have rigid age limits. Those who come along to a club night and join The Group receive an emailed diary twice a month and then they select the events they want to attend.”

But it’s not just dancing. There’s golf, lunches and dinners, walks, theatre, live music and holidays.

The Group meets in Worthing on the first Monday of every month, Burgess Hill on the 2nd Monday, Brighton on the third Wednesday, Horsham on the 4th Monday and Lewes on the 4th Thursday. More details can be obtained from The Group’s website www.thegroup.org.uk

RETIREES, DON’T OVERLOOK THE SURPRISING RISK OF UNDERSPENDING IN RETIREMENT

Spending too much money in retirement is a common fear. Yet, some retirees struggle with the opposite challenge – they spend too little.

As many retirees are responsible for managing their income and ensuring it lasts, there is a real danger of overspending and facing a shortfall in your later years. However, underspending can be dangerous in a different way. It could mean you don’t get the most out of your retirement despite working hard to achieve financial security later in life.

Switching from a saving to a spending mindset

One of the key challenges for some retirees is that they need to change how they view and use money when they enter retirement.

For decades, you may have prioritised building your wealth. However, many people start to deplete the assets they’ve built up in retirement. Even though you’ve diligently saved so you can use your assets now, it can be difficult to switch to a spending mindset. After all, you may have developed positive saving habits over the years that are difficult to break.

4 reasons why financial planning could help you spend more in retirement

While you may think of financial planning as focusing on growing your wealth, it’s about creating a plan that helps you reach life goals. There are several ways financial planning could help you spend more, including:

1. Assessing how long assets need to last: One of the difficulties of knowing how much to spend in retirement is that it’s impossible to know how long your assets need to provide an income. Considering life expectancy is a key part of a financial plan. This means you can understand what spending is sustainable for you.

2. Demonstrating how the value of your assets could change: A useful financial planning tool is cashflow forecasting. It can help you visualise how different decisions will affect the value of your assets.

If you’re frugal in retirement because you’re worried about the long-term effects, cashflow forecasting could demonstrate how your decisions will affect your finances in the short and long term.

3. Creating a reliable income if it’s right for you: Some retirees struggle with the uncertainty of their retirement income. For example, if you use flexi-access drawdown to access your pension, investment returns could affect its value. There are ways to create a reliable income and some will find this provides peace of mind.

4. Giving you someone to turn to: Even with a financial plan in place, there may be times when you still need some reassurance. Once you have a financial plan in place, regular reviews with your financial planner can help you keep it up to date. Marlborough

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Coral in Shoreham Harbour

In the copy of ‘Nature Journal’ for the 4th of December 1937, an article cited that coral had been found growing in the Southwick basin of Shoreham Harbour.

This unexpected occurrence was it said, causing considerable trouble by damaging the keels of yachts and small boats lying in that part of the harbour.

The Southwick basin was locked off from the west of the harbour, and its waters were kept at a constant level and free from tidal rise and fall. The seawater in the basin was at the time being used to cool the condensers of the Brighton and Hove electric power station, which was situated on the seaward side, along with the coal wharves on the basin.

Being an enclosed, limited area, the temperature of the water did not fall below a minimum of 65 degrees Fahrenheit. At first the growth was thought to be a tropical reef-building coral that had somehow managed to survive the passage from the Pacific or West Indian oceans by clinging to the base of a yacht. In the comparatively warm waters of the basin it was able to both thrive and grow as it might in a tropical sea.

The British Museum of Natural History was asked to investigate the coral and Mr David Dilwyn John, who was in charge of the collections of Echinoderms, came to Southwick. He collected specimens of all the marine fauna and flora living under the particular conditions occurring in the basin. The ‘coral’ turned out to a type of Polychaete worm that closely resembled Hydrorides Norvegica Gunnerus (Serpilidae), a species that forms and lived in tubes of a calcareous nature. The Southwick Harbour worm was however considered a species new to science, as was described by Mr Charles Carmichael Arthur Monro, an annelidologist at the British Museum of Natural History. The growth of coral like structures consisted of dense brittle clusters of the white tubes, each occupied by one of these worms. Each tube was up to approximately 9 cm in length and an average 1mm in diameter, and they were

usually cemented one to another. The wormbuilt structures occurred more frequently around the waterline of floating objects, encrusting anchor chains and the keels of boats, as opposed to the static supports of the piers. This appeared to indicate that light and aeration was favourable to its growth. The warm water of the Southwick Basin seemed the chief cause of its presence of what was considered at the time an excessive development of the organism. The Evening Post described it as forming ‘lumps as big as footballs.’

It was thought that with a full investigation, other less conspicuous marine organisms might also be found in the tropical conditions occurring in this part of Shoreham Harbour. It was later discovered that the Teredo navalis, commonly called the naval shipworm was present. This species makes its home by burrowing into timber, damaging ships and piers. It must’ve been accidentally imported by a ship with an untreated wooden hull entering the waters of the harbour.

In the present century it’s recorded as to whether any examples of these exotic species still inhabit Shoreham Harbour.

Judy Upton

Sources: Nature Journal issue 4th of December 1937

Evening Post 22nd March 1938

A review of the alien serpulid and spirorbid Polychaetes in the British Isles

Mr David Dilwyn John

Christmas is coming - Already ??

Yes indeed, it’s almost that time of year again when the television become awash with toy ads and the supermarket’s get your taste buds tingling with their festive food offerings!

At Adur East Lions Club (which covers Shoreham, Southwick and Fishersgate), we’ve already been planning some of our Christmas activities, like our static Santa/ Sleigh Collections, our Sleigh routes around Southwick and our Santa’s Grotto, also in Southwick.

We always attend Southwick Xmas Market with Santa and our Sleigh but did you know, we also run a market stall selling (new) gifts, toys, jewellery and Christmas Crafts (such as cards, Christmas decorations, tree decorations and crochet blankets).

We are always looking for good quality Christmas Crafts to sell, so if you make anything that you’d like to donate to us (or if you have any unwanted new gifts that you'd like to 'recycle'), just bring them along to our monthly stall at the Shoreham Artisan Market. We’d be very grateful as 95% of the money we raise goes back into the local community and right now, there’s more need than ever. The other 5% goes to International causes, such as the war in Ukraine, Floods Wildfires or other natural disasters.

None of the money we raise goes to salaries or administrative purposes of running the Club, as Lions themselves pay annual dues to become Members. As a Lion you are not just a Member of the Club, you become part of the Lions family. Anywhere you go in the world you are likely to be a stone’s throw away from a Lions Club! Next time you’re away on holiday, keep your eyes peeled for the Lions Logo and I’m sure it won’t be long before you spot one!

If you'd like to learn more about us, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/adureastlionsclub or give us a call on 0845 333 7356. We'd love to hear from you!

PHILIP EVANS

FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES

Independent Family Owned Serving Southwick and Shoreham for over 20 years

We offer a caring affordable service to our local community at your time of need.

Enquires welcome for our Traditional Funeral Services and our Pure Cremation Only Service

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Postnatal to Perimenopause to Post Menopause Personal Training in your own home, nearby outdoor space or online

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 Are you struggling with perimenopause and menopause symptoms? Weak pelvic floor? Disturbed sleep? Lack of energy? Fuzzy brain? Weight gain around your middle? Joint and muscle pain and stiffness? Hot flushes?

 Do you feel ready to make changes but really don’t know where to start?

By making consistant small simple changes in lifestyle, nutrition and movement you can help to rebalance your body. By taking it one step at a time you can take charge of your menopause transition and ease the symptoms at the same time as future proofing your body

Fitness Classes and Programmes for Mums with their babies and toddlers

BuggyBootcamp – Buckingham Park - Shoreham

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 Have you just had a baby and want to start exercising but don’t know quite where to start?

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 Make friends for you and your little one

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The Arts Society Steyning September talk

Monday 11 September 2023 at 10am

The Cult of Celebrity: Omai, The Exotic and Joshua Reynolds

A talk

by by Leslie Primo

The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Steyning BN44 3XZ

In this lecture Leslie will look at the events that led up to Joshua Reynolds’s iconic portrait representing Britain at the very height of its imperial powers. As two worlds collided, Leslie’s exploration will include the key players in Omai’s story, his time in England and English society and his interaction therein. How did Joshua Reynolds’ ideas regarding his self image relate to his image of Omai and what can this portrait tell us about 18th century English society, its perception or preconception of the Other or non-white European? What was the impact of Omai’s return to the South Seas, and what has been the legacy of the image we call Omai, an enigma in its own right?

Leslie Primo holds a BA in Art History and an MA in Renaissance Studies from the University of London. He has lectured at the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery, the National Maritime Museum and the Courtauld Institute. He currently lectures at the City Literary Institute, Imperial College, London.

Free to members; visitors £10 donation steyning@theartssociety.org www.theartssocietysteyning.org.uk

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ROPETACKLE CINEMA presents

ROPETACKLE FILM CLUB SEASON 11

The Film Club returns for its 11th season on 14th September (La Môme - La Vie En Rose). Films are shown each month through to June 2024, so ten in all for just £35.

The movies have been specially chosen after suggestions made by and voted on by club members. This year’s selection ranges from a 1948 Hollywood classic to three 2023 Oscar nominations, including multiple winner Everything Everywhere All At Once, and also featuring four brilliant foreign language offerings.

Ask for an application form at the Box Office or join online at https://ropetacklecentre.co.uk/film-club/, where you can find full details as well.

The ANNUAL FILM QUIZ LET’S GET QUIZZICAL 7

The return of the hugely popular annual light-hearted film quiz with lots of fun questions and clips from those favourite well-known films, old and new. We promise you don’t have to be a film buff to take part. Tables of four so come along with friends, or on your own and we will put you with others.

Thursday 7th September, 7.00 pm for a 7.30 start. Tickets, including cheese ploughman’s supper, available from Box Office or on-line. £12.50.

A RELAXED VIEWING FILM open to all CHICAGO

Rousing, sassy, hugely entertaining, packed with great tunes and starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Renee Zellweger, this perfect musical set in 1920s Chicago should not be missed. Relaxed Viewing films are open to everyone, but the softer lighting and relaxed layout make them particularly suitable for people with memory loss or dementia. Kindly sponsored by Barchester’s Charitable Foundation.

Cert 12A duration 113 mins. Includes subtitles. Monday 18th September, 2.00 pm. Tickets available from Box Office or on-line, £5.

MATINEE FILM A MAN CALLED OTTO

Widower Otto is a curmudgeon with staunch principles, strict routines and a short fuse – the bitter neighbour from hell. All begins to change when a young family moves in nearby. Tom Hanks carries the comedy/drama movie with great charm, with his youngest son as the young Otto. This film will be presented with subtitles as part of a trial of the format for matinee films.

Cert 15, duration 121 mins.

Tuesday 19th September, 2.00 pm. Tickets available from Box Office or on-line. £5

MY FIRST CINEMA:LITTLE WOLF’S BOOK OF BADNESS

Little Wolf washes his paws, brushes his teeth and

goes to bed early. In the morning, he is packed off to his Uncle BigBad’s Cunning College to learn the Nine Rules of Badness and win a Badness Badge.

Cert U, duration 24 mins. Animation.

Friday 22nd September. 11.00 am. £4.00 child & adult pair, £3 per additional child or adult, under 18 months old free – tickets from Box Office or on-line.

What’s on in September

Got an event? Simply email it to insidemags@gmail.com Free insertions limited to 30 words

Health & Fitness

Table Tennis for the Over 50s St Giles Church Hall, Upper Shoreham Rd Shoreham. Thursdays 2.30-4.30 with refreshments. Beginners welcome a very friendly group. £4 session paid monthly. Numbers are limited MUST BOOK through:Pat on 07856 285078.

Southwick Bowls Club

Southwick Recreation Ground. We welcome new and experienced bowlers to come along and take a look at our bowls club. Every Monday and Friday at 1.30pm we invite new bowlers to try out and will provide bowls, tuition, help and encouragement to get you started.For more information:Website: southwickbowlsclub. com or phone John Southwick Bowls Club 07973149534

Dancercise

Dancercise for the Over 50’s at The Shoreham Centre - Fridays 10.30 and 1.30 and Mondays

12.00

Come and have fun learning 6 different dances every week from salsa to line dance and 80’s to Broadway. No partners needed, all abilities welcome to come and keep fit and make new friends. For more information contact Jane Busby (ex professional dancer) on 07860136455 or email jane@janebusby.co.uk

Mindfulness Meditation

Shoreham Mindfulness Groupwww.mindfulnesscentre.uk

Meets every Monday at 12 noon in the Shoreham Yoga and Wellness Rooms: https://www. yogaandwellnessrooms.co.uk/

Guided session are free (with donations). For further details, please email Paul: pscowper@ gmail.com

Nicola Harman

Wednesday yoga online zoom 7:15am. Tuesday Yoga 6pm

Shoreham CentreAll classes are 1

hour https://www.nicolaharmanyoga.co.uk 07844070448

Pilates at Southwick Christian Community

Church Thursday 9.30-10.30am

Lovely, friendly class. Beginners welcome.

Also in Shoreham, Lancing & on zoom Contact Sharon 07969 610030 for more info & to book your place

Retirees Golf Society

Why not join my local retirees golf society?

My name is Rob, I enjoy golf and live in Shoreham. We play every Monday morning, All venues well an hours drive from Shoreham, currently we have in excess of sixty members including 10 ladies. Ladies are welcome.Should you be interested you can contact me at: marsh-robert@sky.com

Exercise to Music for the Over 60’s at The Shoreham CentreFridays at 12.15

Come and stretch, strengthen your joints, improve your balance, feel more relaxed all to music you know. The exercises are based around a chair so can be done standing or seated. Have fun and make new friends.For more information contact Jane Busby (ex professional dancer) on 07860136455 or email jane@ janebusby.co.uk

Sequence Dancing

Sequence dancing Wednesday afternoons 1.45 - 4.15 pm at Quayside, Upper Kingston Lane, Southwick, BN42 4RE. For more info ring Clive on 01273 410438

Local Clubs

Shoreham Book Club

We meet once a month. The last Tuesday of each Month at the Crabtree Pub at 7.30 in the snug Please email for more information

ShorehamBySeaBookClub@ gmail.com

Southwick Trefoil

Welcomes new members. We meet on the second Monday of the month 19.15 - 21.15 at Southwick Community Centre. Have you ever noticed how much fun youth groups like Rainbows, Brownies & Guides have. Everyone can join today. We’re looking forward to welcoming you & sharing the fun that is Trefoil. For further information please contact Margaret 01273 966534 or Mary 01273 594753

Southwick Trefoil:Girl Guiding for Adults

Girl Guiding for adults. New members always welcome & open to anyone over 18 years. No previous membership of Girl Guiding necessary. Meetings held on 2nd Monday of the month 19.15 - 21.15, usually at Southwick Community Centre. For further details please contact: Margaret 01273 966534 or Mary 01273 594753

The Fleet Air Arm Association South Downs Branch. Comradeship, Meet Old Friends, Social and Formal Events. 1130 to 1300, 4th Wednesday of each month Contact 07792609685.

Southwick Camera Club

Meets at the Southwick Community Centre, Southwick Street BN42 4TE at 7.30pm on Thursdays from September to May Membership is open to anyone interested in photography at all levels from beginner to experienced. For more details go to www.southwickcameraclub.co.uk or you can email us at southwickcameraclub@gmail.com

Sussex Quilters

A friendly group with a wide range of sewing skills and interests. We meet on 1st Wednesday of the month from 10 - 12pm at Southwick Community Centre in the Deall room. New members welcome. Annual subscription £15 and £2 per meeting. Contact Angela Avis, Secretary 01273595369 - leave a message.

Southern Electric Railway Group

Next meetings…. 111th September. A nostalgic evening of Southern EMUs. Allan Harvey. 9th October. Brian Jackson presents a further selection of his father’s pictures.

13th. November. Railways of the 1980s part 3. With Andrew Marshall.. 11th December. Members meeting. Meetings are held in the Deall room At Southwick Community Centre between 7.15 & 10.pm.

Southwick Lace Club

Southwick Lace Class meets at the Southwick Community Centre on Tuesdays from 09.45 to 11.45 in term time. We welcome beginners to lacemaking as well as those with experience.

For more information please contact the Tutor, Rosemary Brown, on 07900 191443 or rjbrownsw@virginmedia.

The Southwick Art Club

We are a friendly club, mainly working on painting and drawing, of mixed abilities with the only qualification being a love of art We meet at Southwick Community Centre on Wednesday evenings at 7.30 in the Glebe Room apart from August and late days in December. We welcome new members and you are welcome to look in on one of our sessions without obligation. We follow a structured programme with an annual subscription of £75 which includes entry to all our sessions.

Contact Secretary John Young 01273 885302 email johnryoungac@yahoo.co.uk or from the Community Centre notice board.

Art History Discussion Group

Starts September 2022. Monthly meetings in Shoreham.Mondays 2.30 - 4.00. For further information contact Tim. tim.gwyther@btinternet.com-

Southwick and Fishersgate

Horticultural Society

Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of the month at South wick Community Centre from 2-4pm. No meetings in January and

What’s on in September

August. Annual membership is £5 single or £8 per couple.Afternoon meeting entry is £5. New members & visitors always welcome. Please contact Julie 01273 596707

The Shoreham Chess Club

The Club has recently moved to Address: Sussex Yacht Club; 85/89 Brighton Rd, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 6RF Hours: Wednesday: 7:30PM–10:00PM. So- every Wednesday we play friendly games and try to get a little better. We are looking for more members so please visit our website to findout how to contact us and learn more. Subscriptions will apply from February 1st. £5.00 per month or £50.00 for the year. Under 18: free https:// shorehamchessclub.com. Free to members, £10 donation for visitors.

Girls Brigade in Southwick

Want something to do for your daughter outside of school?Our girls love meeting up together. The Girls’ Brigade is an International Christian Organisation for Girls from 4 to 18 years .

TUESDAY: Explorers and Juniors

in term time from 5.30 to 7pmAnd Seniors and up meet at 7pm to 8.30pm. Email Yvonne for more information:yvonne4cakes@ gmail.comOr text or phone her:

07758325556

Local Churches

St Nicolas Church

St Nicolas Church, Old Shoreham. A warm welcome to anyone who would like to join us for Holy Communion on Sundays at 8:30am or 10:00am, Wednesday at 7.00pm or Sung Evensong at 6:00pm on the 1st Sunday of every month. Why not come and try our popular monthly Coffee and Cakes on a Saturday morning, from 10:00am to 12:30pm.Normally 3rd Saturday of the month but for full details of dates see: www.saintnicolas.org.uk/ events or St Nicolas Church

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St Julian’s Church

11th Century St Julian’s Church in St Julians Lane in Shoreham is one of

the oldest in Sussex. The Friends of St Julian’s is a group of people from all walks of life who are dedicated to preserving this unique building for future generations as a legacy of our local history. Membership is just £6 a year and all funds are dedicated to keeping this ancient building in good repair. The church is open daily and welcomes visitors. Contact office@parishofkingstonbuci. org.uk 01273 593167 or find us on Facebook.

UKULELE lessons 6 Week Course for Beginners! Starting Saturday 23rd September 2023. Downstairs at The Ferry Inn Public House, 1-3 East Street, Shoreham by Sea. 2.30pm until 3.30pm. No previous experience required. Spaces are limited. Please call: 07931 372694 to book your place.

Southwick and Fishersgate Horticultural Society are holding their annual plant sale on SATURDAY 13th MAY 2023. at 10 am at Southwick Community Centre, Southwick Street BN42 4TE Admission 50p Hall for hire

St Giles Church,Upper Shoreham Road, Shoreham by sea BN43 6BT We currently have space for new groups/individuals to hire our Hall at reasonable prices: Mondays 1 - 6; Tuesdays 12 - 4; Wednesdays 11 - 6

Friday evenings Also available for party bookings on Saturday afternoons For information please email:stgileshall@ parishofkingstonbuci.org.uk Shoreham Karate Dojo

Traditional Goju Ryu Karate

Adults only: Wed 7-8:30pm Sunday 8:30-10am; Affiliated with IOGKF and EGKA http://www. egka.org.uk/shinsei.php Find us on Facebook!

Play croquet in Southwick

Come and try croquet at our friendly club in Kingston Lane for gentle exercise and great fun. Initial free lessons available. See sussexcountycroquetclub.org.

Southland Post Office and Convenience Store

Sussex 1-2-1 Counselling

In Southwick and local area

In Southwick and local area

I am an Integrative counseller specialised in working with children, teens and young adults and elderly people.

I am an Integrative counseller specialised in working with children, teens and young adults and elderly people.

I do see adults too.

I do see adults too.

We are open 7 days. Our opening times are Monday-Friday 7:00am to 8:00pm Saturday-7:30am to 9:00pm & Sunday- 8am to 6pm

They provide a great serice in store with Newspaper, magazine, chilled drinks beer, wine, spirits, grocery, greetings Cards, stationery, confectionery, frozen food & ice cream, photo copies, medicines etc.

Phone number 01273 452114

272 Upper Shoreham Road, Shoreham-by-sea, BN43 6BF

I am a qualified counseller for years and offer a friendly non judgemental approach and help you on your journey.My fee is £50,00 per 50 minute session and I work usually inbetween school hours.

I am a qualified counseller for years and offer a friendly non judgemental approach and help you on your journey.My fee is £50,00 per 50 minute session and I work usually inbetween school hours.

Joanna Markvoort

Joanna Markvoort

Based in Southwick.

Based in Southwick.

Just ring or text me 07867303077 for more information.

Just ring or text me 07867303077 for more information.

• Shed, greenhouse and cabin bases

• Lawn care and turf laying

• Hedge trimming and pruning

• Garden maintenance and weeding

• Planting and landscaping

• Small constructions; fencing, decking

PodiaClinic

Providing expert low limb, foot and ankle care in Southwick since 2002

www.podiaclinic.co.uk

If you require general chiropody or need rehabilitation for a specific low limb, foot and ankle injuries, Ian Linane BSc, our experienced and HCPC registered podiatrist, will be able to assess this and provide help for you.

Ian’s reputation for successful treatment of general chiropody concerns, as well as various injuries to the low limb, foot and ankle draws clients of all ages and activities from around Sussex as well as other parts of the UK.

General Care

• Hard skin and corn removal.

• Nail surgery with local anaesthetic for ingrown nails.

• Nail cut only service.

• Diabetes checks

Specialist Care

Full rehabilitation treatments for injuries to the lower leg, foot and ankle.

Gait Analysis and Orthotics.

By appointment only. Please telephone: 01273 389 658 or Email: admin@podiaclinic.co.uk

Free parking. Find us on bus routes 2, 2a and 46 (Alight at Hadrian Avenue)

We provide home help, compassionate care and lifestyle support services to people who need some assistance to get the best out of life.

Whether that means help around the house to maintain independence, getting out and about, or simply companionship... we'd love to help!

Shoreham Wordfest – “Here and There”

Shoreham Wordfest is now an annual xture in the local and regional cultural calendar, attracting high pro le writers and performers from around the UK along with showcasing local creativity.

Tickets for this year’s festival are selling fast and the Fatal Shore Crime Writing Festival has already sold out, but there are many other highlight events available.

The festival starts with a theatre trail through the ancient Marlipins museum.

In Tales from Shoreham, a guide from the early film industry on Shoreham Beach will take you in small groups to meet characters from the town’s history, each having a fascinating tale to tell. There are four shows a day on Saturday 30 September and Sunday 1 October.

Lemn Sissay is one of the most high-profile writers in the UK and we are among the first festivals to hear him read and talk about his new poetry collection, “Let the Light Pour In.” Always entertaining and thought-provoking, this is a unique opportunity to meet Lemn when he appears at The Shoreham Centre on Saturday 7 October

The Wordfest programme has a wide variety of events to attract all ages and interests: political and international discussions with Raphael Behr and Gabriel Gatehouse, talks on archaeology and conservation, drama, song and new authors and poets. We are particularly proud of our partnership with Bloomin’ Arts, a charity working with young adults with disabilities, who will

perform their own version of Shakespeare’s Merry Wives of Windsor on Saturday 7 October at Ropetackle Arts Centre. Finally, we must highlight another local production, Idle Women, combining drama and music to tell the little-known story of the women who worked on the Inland Waterways

during World War Two, keeping the canal barges continuing to deliver crucial goods in a time of national crisis.

Tickets and information about all 20 events are available from www.shorehamwordfest. com/whats-on

Tickets are also available 7 days a week from Shoreham Art Gallery 27 Brunswick Road, BN43 5WA

Long-term care funding – here’s why you should plan ahead

Whether it’s care at home or a move into a residential or nursing home, it is recommended that you start thinking about this at an early stage, without the pressure of having to take immediate action. This will give you more time to research and consider:

• the type of care that you would prefer;

• the best option for paying the care fees;

• how you can provide for your family members; and

• arranging Power of Attorney for

someone to act on your behalf if necessary.

You can also discuss and share your wishes with your family. This will help to reduce

Expert advice on paying for care

Long-term care in your own home or in a residential care home is expensive, but with expert advice from independent financial specialists, Carewise can help you to make informed decisions on choosing and paying for the right care.

The Carewise care fees specialists are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and members of the Society of Later Life Advisers, so you can have peace of mind when discussing your finances.Contact Carewise to find out how you could benefit.

The cost of long-term care is not a topic that people like to dwell on until they, or a relative, have to confront the reality of choosing and arranging care and making difficult financial decisions.

pressure on them, should they need to take future decisions on your behalf.

Get specialist independent financial advice from Carewise

The Carewise care funding scheme offers impartial information and advice to guide you through all these decisions. Their panel of care fees specialists are independent financial advisers with specialist knowledge of later life finances. As well as care funding, they are also qualified to provide advice on inheritance tax, pensions, and lasting power of attorney.

Your first consultation is free so there really is nothing to lose to explore how you can benefit from Carewise.

There’s a huge difference in the kind of home care you can receive from someone who really understands what your life is like. The concerns you have, the need for independence. At Seniors Helping Seniors care is provided by someone experienced who has a little living under his or her belt.

On Wednesday 2nd August an unveiling event was held in Buckingham Park for two Nature Boards, one by the children’s playground and a second one near Apron Community Garden. This was the culmination of work by Friends of Buckingham Park with funding from Transition Together and Adur District Council and the input of Sussex Wildlife Trust whose representative Amanda Reeves cut the ribbon.

of the park they may not usually visit, and to look more closely at the wide variety of nature that the park provides.

On Wednesday 2nd August an unveiling event was held in Buckingham Park for two Nature Boards, one by the children’s playground and a second one near Apron Community Garden.

As David Attenborough said “Cherish the natural world, because you’re part of it and you depend on it”. We hope the boards will inspir e park users to look at other areas of the park they may not usually visit, and to look more closely at the wide variety of nature that the park provides.

On Wednesday 2nd August an unveiling event was held in Buckingham Park for two Nature Boards, one by the children’s playground and a second one near Apron Community Garden. This was the culmination of work by Friends of Buckingham Park with funding from Transition Together and Adur District Council and the input of Sussex Wildlife Trust whose representative Amanda Reeves cut the ribbon. As David Attenborough said “Cherish the natural world, because you’re part of it and you depend on it”. We hope the boards will inspir e park users to look at other areas of the park they may not usually visit, and to look more closely at the wide variety of nature that the park provides.

This was the culmination of work by Friends of Buckingham Park with funding from Transition Together and Adur District Council and the input of Sussex Wildlife Trust whose representative Amanda Reeves cut the ribbon.

Friends of Buckingham Park are working with the Council to develop and enhance the natural habitat of Buckingham Park and are also keen to improve existing facilities for all users. Litter picking is carried out on the last Sunday on each month at 2.30pm. If you are interested in getting involved in any way, or would like to join Friends of Buckingham Park (£2 voluntary contribution) please email friendsofbuckinghampark@virginmedia.com . And keep an eye on the Notice Boards in the park or visit on Facebook Park) to follow our activities and events.

Friends of Buckingham Park are working with the Council to develop and enhance the natural habitat of Buckingham Park and are also keen to improve existing facilities for all users. Litter picking is carried out on the last Sunday on each month at 2.30pm. If you are interested in getting involved in any way, or would like to join Friends of Buckingham Park (£2 voluntary contribution) please email friendsofbuckinghampark@virginmedia.com . And keep an eye on the Notice Boards in the park or visit on Facebook (Friends of Buckingham Park) to follow our activities and events.

Friends of Buckingham Park are working with the Council to develop and enhance the natural habitat of Buckingham Park and are also keen to improve existing facilities for all users. Litter picking is carried out on the last Sunday on each month at 2.30pm. If you are interested in getting involved in any way, or would like to join Friends of Buckingham Park (£2 voluntary contribution) please email friendsofbuckinghampark@virginmedia.com . And keep an eye on the Notice Boards in the park or visit on Facebook (Friends of Buckingham Park) to follow our activities and events.

As David Attenborough said “Cherish the natural world, because you’re part of it and you depend on it” . We hope the boards will inspire park users to look at other areas

Ladies Golf Taster Sessions

Jazz Evening at St. Mary de Haura

On Friday, 15 September, 7:30-9pm Bessie Matthews, on vocals, will join up with Neal Richardson, on acoustic grand piano, to raise funds for the Friends of Saint Mary de Haura.

Bessie is originally from Chicago, where she grew up on the classical music her family wanted her to listen to, but was also where she absorbed and started singing the blues and jazz that swirled through her hometown’s streets. After many months of Long Covid, Bessie was able to prove her voice was back after singing for 5 hours at Carol Cleveland’s birth bash. Her voice is definitely in full swing now. (Pun intended!) The British jazz pianist, Nikki Yeoh, said about Bessie’s singing: “When I listen to Bessie’s beautiful voice I don’t hear anything other than the magic from her soul.”

Neal Richardson is a powerful and rhythmic pianist and vocalist playing jazz and blues. He cut his teeth performing in jazz clubs, hotels, and on cruise ships in over 50 countries. He has entertained Royalty, Hollywood celebrities and VIPs at world-renowned venues, including playing for George Clooney on his yacht at the Cannes Film Festival.

Neal’s arrangements and original compositions display his wide-ranging tastes and influences, and he and his band have a great swinging style influenced by Oscar Peterson, Nat King Cole and Gene Harris. He has played in the London Jazz Festival 8 years running and his seven-piece band has sold out such prestigious London venues as Ronnie Scott’s and St.Martin-in-the-Fields.

We will be presenting a concert of jazz standards, written by, among others Fran Landesman, Nat Adderly, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Oscar Hammerstein & Jerome Kern, Johnny Mercer, Cole Porter, and Ann Ronnett

Your £15 ticket includes a glass of wine during the set break.

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Search Dogs Susssex Marks 20 Years of Service

This year, Search Dogs Sussex marks 20 years of service to the community. On-call throughout Sussex and the UK 24/7, 365 days a year, the charity is called on by the police to support emergency services in searching for missing, often vulnerable, people.

Part of Lowland Rescue and the wider framework of UK Search & Rescue, Search Dogs Sussex cover both East and West Sussex, being mobilised over 35 times a year on average, often deploying to neighbouring counties.

The independent, specialist charity, consists of 35 volunteers, 7 operational dogs and 10 trainee dogs. The team are reliant on generous donations from members of the public and businesses to continue their vital role.

There are very few fully trained Search Dogs in the UK. Out of approximately 11 million pet dogs in the country, there are fewer than 45 qualified Lowland Rescue Search Dogs. It is estimated a single search dog is the equivalent of 20 foot-searchers (and far more in poor conditions), with the most highly trained covering approximately 50 acres in 1.5hrs. Unlike Police dogs, Lowland Rescue search dogs are all pets first, working in any environment, from farmland to woodland, using their incredible sense of smell to detect and locate any person in their area. Search dogs use an ‘air-scenting’ technique as opposed to trailing or tracking, and upon locating a missing person, will alert their handler then guide them to the missing person’s location, where the Search Technician will administer first aid and coordinate recovery.

The team, including Search Dogs, Handlers and Search Technicians, must undergo constant training which culminates in a repeating national assessment every two years. In order to meet rigorous standards of operational status, the team are all trained to national Lowland Rescue standards in first-aid, navigation, communication, water safety and search techniques. Many members extend these skills further by completing courses in search planning and management, missing person behaviour, K9 first-aid, advanced medical care and other related training.

For more information, please visit searchdogssussex.com. The team can also be found on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and on Instagram.

Restoration of the Weather Vane on top of St Nicolas Church Tower

The tower was built around the year 1140 and it’s one of the most beautiful Norman towers in the country.

The tower was built around the year 1140 and it’s one of the most beautiful Norman towers in the country. In spring skilled craftsmen from Sussex Flint & Stonemasons fixed the problem with water ingress in the tower.

A weather vane in the shape of a cockerel sits on the tower’s pyramid roof. It is thought to be of Victorian vintage and it was badly in need of restoration.

The skills of a Hassocks blacksmith, Malcolm Johnson of Newtimber Forge, forged a new stand, crafted new letters and repaired the holes in the cockerel. The letters and cockerel were then beautifully gilded by Royal Pavilion expert, Norman Stevens of Lewes.

The idea of a cockerel on church towers goes back to the ninth century AD when Pope Nicholas I authorised their use as a Christian symbol. It’s an emblem of the dawn when St Peter was reminded by the crow of the rooster that he had denied Jesus three times. In the same way the rooster announced the dawn of Easter and is a symbol of resurrection. Therefore, it became a symbol of both the brokenness of humanity and the God’s grace. A rooster is useful as a wind vane because its tail is the perfect shape to catch the wind. Symbolically, the rooster is the first to see the rising sun and announce the day and it became a symbol of light and hope to all those waiting for the rescue of dawn.

A special blessing service was held in St Nicolas before the newly restored weathervane was returned to its position on the tower, now to be admired by anyone who glances up and wishes to know the direction of the wind.

Looking after yourself in times of change

Sarah Goodman, counsellor at Shoreham Osteopathy Centre, outlines how counselling can help people cope with the challenges and stress that transitions can create.

Many changes in life are anticipated and may happen as seamlessly as day turning into night, or as summer into autumn… But there are some transitions that hugely impact our lives and provoke anxiety and fear within us. Some examples are: starting a new school, a new job, moving home, losing a loved one, relationship changes, even having a fastapproaching “milestone” birthday.

With all transitions there is a beginning and an end and it’s important to make sure you give attention to both the start and finish, by giving yourself permission and time to feel what you need to as you go through the process. While for one person a particular situation seems straightforward to handle, for others, the same change can result in overwhelm or getting stuck, sadness, fear or frustration - all of which are perfectly natural. Transitions mean leaving something behind. This can be difficult and a qualified counsellor can help you focus on and address what is being given up as you go into a new stage of life. We can help you navigate and more successfully manage the transition by helping you de-mystify aspects of the change and turn the unknown into the known. Below are a few things to remember:

Look after yourself

It’s important not to neglect yourself and your needs. Sometimes a time of transition can lead to extra tasks, and you may find yourself letting slip the basic essentials for your health, such as exercise, eating well and other self-care activities.

Easy does it

Where possible, try not to change too much in one go as this can lead to overwhelm.

Take one step at a time. No rush

Be patient with yourself and realise it might take some time to adapt to the new situation. There is no need to go through transitions on your own. Finding someone you trust with whom you can share your feelings can alleviate any feelings of coping alone. If you would like to make an appointment with Sarah at SOC, give us a call on 01273 567654 or email us on info@shorehamosteo. co.uk and speak to one of our team.

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Not your usual self? Perhaps you’ve always been interested in gaining a greater understanding of your experiences in life. You may be facing significant changes or experiencing a low mood you just can’t shake off.

I can work with you to explore what’s going on and how you want to move forward. Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss your needs. An introductory 40 minute session is free.

SOUTHWICK HOCKEY CLUB NEEDS YOU!

SOUTHWICK HOCKEY CLUB NEEDS YOU!

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HOCKEY CLUB NEEDS YOU!

Southwick Hockey Club is a small, friendly, hockey club consisting of two men’s and 2 ladies’ teams.

Southwick Hockey Club is a small, friendly, hockey club consisting of two men’s and 2 ladies’ teams

We are looking for new players (of all abilities) If you would like to return to hockey, have never played before, or perhaps just want to extend your social circle, why not come along to some free training sessions? We’ll support you all the way!

Where: Steyning Grammar School (on the astro behind Steyning Leisure Centre), Shooting Field, Steyning, BN44 3RX

We are looking for new players (of all abilities). If you would like to return to hockey, have never played before, or perhaps just want to extend your social circle, why not come along to some free training sessions? We’ll support you all the way!

When: Thurdays - ladies: 7 pm – 8.30 pm / men: 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm)

Where: Steyning Grammar School (on the astro behind Steyning Leisure Centre), Shooting Field, Steyning, BN44 3RX

more information please contact Sarah (07941 377819) or Matt (07545 210039)

When: Thurdays - ladies: 7pm–8.30pm / men: 7.30pm– 9 pm)

For more information please contact Sarah (07941 377819) or Matt (07545 210039)

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Foreground, Middleground and Background

A photograph can contain the illusion of depth despite being viewed on a flat paper print, projected onto a screen or viewed on your camera or mobile phone screen.

With the inclusion of a foreground, middleground and background, a 2D image appears to be 3D.

The foreground usually, but not always, appears at the bottom of the image as it is closest to the camera. Elements here will appear larger in the frame so this part dominates. The background is often given less attention but it can be just as important.

If it’s confused or over complicated it can prove distracting but if it compliments the foreground it draws the eye past the foreground into the middleground and through to the background keeping the eye of the viewer inside the frame to absorb all the detail.

I like to find backgrounds that play a big part in the image by matching in colours or repeating subjects and the images here are examples of that.

The main image, taken in Brighton, sees a passer by carrying a bright yellow rectangular carrier bag walking past a brightly painted wall of bricks of a similar size and shape to the bag. The bag and bricks provide a strong visual link. The hat wearing mannequins outside a clothes shop in Rhodes are

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Finally, a plug for my fellow photographer, JJ Waller whose seafront xhibition next to the upside down house in Brighton is on show until mid September - so be quick if you’ve not seen it - and provides the subject for my third photograph here. His foreground photograph bears very similar colours to the upside down house and with a little patience, eventually a person dressed in red appeared in the background to complete the colour match I was looking for.

You can see more of my images here: www.instagram.com/shoreham_steve

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the printed graphic to the side.

Author keeping it local with setting for new novel

Wendy Clarke, who resides in Steyning, West Sussex, has released her latest standalone novel, The Night Out.

This nail-biting and completely unputdownable psychological thriller was be published by Bookouture on June 8th and is available from Amazon in all formats.

The author has kept things local for her latest novel, setting the story in one of the large houses that are situated on the boardwalk on Shoreham seafront.

Wendy always creates evocative, mysterious settings, and the tall glass windows of the family home at the centre of The Night Out

is her most dramatic yet. Every scene takes place here, where the family think they’re safe, but they have no idea that on this strip on the Sussex coast, beside the crashing waves in the distance, they’re always being watched.

What readers are saying about The Night Out, ‘This book was amazing and I never saw the twists coming. Bravo, bravo!!!’, ‘Got sucked straight into this book. A real heart thumper.’ and Heart-pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat.’

David ‘Vid’ WeeksChildrens Author

Many of your readers may remember the Glassblowers workshop which operated from the Star Brewery in Lewes for a number of years.

If you were wondering what happened to the glassblower, this year he has launched a new career as a children’s author Long time Lewes resident David ‘Vid’ Weeks worked as a Musician, BBC researcher, Glassblower, Engineer, and for humanitarian organisations before writing his first children’s book in 2023: The folk Smuggler, the first of three books – The Galway trilogy. Thirty percent of his DNA is Irish and he is a frequent visitor to Galway. As well as Lewes, he has lived on Bornholm, Denmark and in Germany, Thailand, and on a boat in the Baltic Sea, but now keeps most of his socks in Fitzrovia, London.

The Folk Smuggler, by Vid Weeks, a modern fantasy novella for middle grade children will be available from Amazon, Apple, IngramSpark and Hobo from the 1st September. Check out his website www.vidweeks.co.uk for more details