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Research suggests millions of people may be overlooking annuities when they retire because they don’t understand how they work.
An annuity could provide you with a way to create a guaranteed income throughout retirement. It’s something that you purchase, and it will then pay out a regular income. Given rising inflation and investment volatility over the last couple of years, it’s not surprising that some retirees find annuities to be an attractive option.
19 million over-50s could be overlooking annuities
A survey conducted by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) found that just 10% of over-50s are willing to take risks with their money. Yet, just 28% said they either have one or would consider buying one.
Alternatives to annuities could mean your retirement savings are exposed to investment volatility. So, for risk-averse retirees, annuities may be an option to consider. The FSCS estimates that 19 million over-50s could be overlooking annuities.
3 key benefits of annuities
• They provide a guaranteed income: One of the potential benefits of annuities is that they provide a guaranteed income. So, you may feel less concerned about running out of money in your later years. For some retirees, this could provide peace of mind.
• It is possible to link your income to inflation: When you’re selecting an annuity, you can choose one
that will provide an income that would increase each year in line with inflation. As the cost of living is likely to increase during your retirement, a static income would gradually buy less and less. An income that’s linked to inflation may help preserve your spending power.
• They could provide an income for your partner: If you’re doing your retirement planning as a couple, you may also choose an annuity that would continue to provide an income after you pass away.
3 potential drawbacks of annuities
• They are less flexible than alternative options: Compared to some options, an annuity is less flexible. For instance, if you choose flexi-access drawdown, you could increase or decrease the income you take based on your needs.
• You wouldn’t benefit from potential investment returns: As you’ll use your savings to purchase an annuity, the money won’t remain invested as it may with other options. While this means you’re not exposed to investment volatility, you also wouldn’t benefit from potential returns either.
• Some annuities may have high fees: Annuities may come with higher fees when compared to alternatives. However, fees can vary between providers, so understanding the potential costs is crucial.
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Hello, Welcome to our September Edition 2023 of Village Living Magazine. In this months issue we have advice from Pembrokes Financial Services on benefits of annuitees!
Welcome to three more businesses. Optimum (local kitchen appliance store) and CG Barnes.
Judy gives us the story of Ted Walker, a Poet, Writer born in Sussex.
Storrington Films are back in September with Tom Hanks in A man called Otto!
Additionally, local Ropteackle films continue through Autumn period.
Until October, I wish you all a lovely month!
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An enjoyable day was had by all at Chanctonbury Leisure Centre grounds, where a range of fun activities were available for families to enjoy.
Monday 11 September 2023 at 10am
These included a mobile climbing wall, a bouncy assault course, learning how to Rap, and fencing. In the warm weather, many parents took the opportunity to have a picnic while their children took part in the activities.
Chris expressed his delight with the event, saying: “It was a fantastic day – the sun was shining and approximately 200 families attended. It was great to see everyone having fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Remember to keep Monday 19 August free for next year’s Fun Day!”
The event was made possible with the support of Horsham District Council, MADL (Make A Difference Locally), Sussex Police, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, The Rotary Club, Storrington & Sullington Parish Council, Vortex, Nic & Ben’s, Chanctonbury Leisure Centre, Audio Active, and Tesco.
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
All events support local charities and community trusts
Shoreham's premier production company, Dream Productions, is all set to deliver an unforgettable lineup of tribute acts that are bound to leave audiences mesmerized. Proudly boasting the only tribute act endorsed by Boy George himself, The Boy George Experience, Dream Productions is committed to bringing topnotch entertainment to the heart of Sussex.
On Saturday, 30th September, the Shoreham Centre will be buzzing with excitement as The Boy George Experience takes the stage. This authentic tribute act, with Boy George's personal stamp of approval, promises to deliver a dazzling performance filled with the flamboyance and style that made the Culture Club frontman an '80s icon. Fans of all ages will revel in the nostalgia and energy as they dance to timeless hits like "Karma Chameleon" and "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me."
November brings another musical treat to Shoreham as Dream Productions welcomes the incredible Pauline Kaytanua Wood with her award-winning tribute to the late and great Tina Turner. On Saturday, 4th November, the Shoreham Centre will transform into a powerhouse of soulful performance as Pauline channels the raw energy and soul of Tina Turner. This captivating show will take audiences through Tina Turner's remarkable career,
featuring chart-toppers such as "Proud Mary" and "What's Love Got to Do with It." There will also be a sprinkling of some other vocal legends included. Not to be outdone, Dream Productions alongside Southwick Community Centre, is also presenting "It's All About Buddy," a tribute to the legendary Buddy Holly. On Thursday, 21st September, The Barn Theatre Southwick will come alive with the spirit of rock 'n' roll as this exceptional tribute act celebrates the iconic Buddy Holly. Audiences will be transported back in time as they enjoy the timeless classics that defined an era, including "Peggy Sue" and "That'll Be the Day."
Dream Productions' commitment to providing top-quality entertainment extends beyond just the performances. By hosting these shows at various venues in Sussex, including charitable venues, the company aims to support local causes and create a sense of community among audiences.
Tickets for these highly anticipated tribute acts can be purchased through Dream Productions' website, www.dreamproductions.biz. Don't miss out on the chance to experience these sensational performances and witness the magic of these iconic musicians brought back to life on stage. Shoreham is in for an entertainment extravaganza!
PROBUS Club welcomed Rob NealSmith as their president for the 2023-24 year.
Outgoing president, Tony Girard, wished Rob success in the coming year and presented him with his president’s regalia. In turn, Rob thanked Tony for all he had achieved in the last year and said he was “… looking forward to the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.”
Rob was a pilot and captain for British Airways for 33 years and moved to West Chiltington 11 years ago. He joined PROBUS a year later. Moving through the various roles that keep the club active, Rob spent a rewarding eight years on the social events committee prior to becoming club vice-president last year.
This Probus Club is a social club for retired and semi-retired men who enjoy each other’s company and a mixture of social events. We meet monthly for lunch at The Old Tollgate, Bramber, followed by a selected specialist speaker. We invite family and friends to join us in an extensive programme of social activities.
Should you be interested in our club and its activities, please contact our membership secretary, Peter Edwards, at storringtonprobus@outlook.com for more information.
My name is Rob, I enjoy golf and live in Shoreham. We play every Monday morning, each month. All venues will be within an hours drive from Shoreham, currently we have in excess of 60 members including 10 ladies, but there is always room for more. Ladies are welcome.
Should you be interested you can contact me at: marsh-robert@sky.com
Edward Joseph (Ted) Walker was born on the 28th November 1934 in Lancing, West Sussex.
He was the son of a carpenter from Birmingham and was educated at Steyning Grammar School, before reading modern languages at St John’s College, Cambridge.
In both his poems and his autobiography ‘The High Path’ Ted Walker remembered a mostly happy childhood in Sussex, though he suffered a personal tragedy when two of his uncles died in World War 2, one in North Africa and one on Shoreham beach. Ted Walker married Lorna Benfell at St. Mary de Haura Church in Shoreham in 1956. The couple had originally met when he was 15. They lived in London initially where they both worked as teachers. They had four children
In 1963, Walker moved to a teaching post in Bognor Regis and then to one at Chichester High School. His poems began to be published in newspapers around this time including The Observer and Times Literary Supplement. It wasn’t long before the publisher Jonathan Cape became interested in printing a collection of his work. His fee for the poem ‘Breakwaters’ (1963), which was published in the New Yorker, helped him move back to Sussex where he lived in Hunston with his family. His first short story, the locally set ‘Estuary’ was also published in the New Yorker.
Ted Walker’s early poetry won prizes including the Eric Gregory Award (1964) and the Alice Hunt Bartlett Prize. His first and possibly most well know poetry collection ‘Fox on a Barn Door’ features verses about the Sussex coast and countryside. ‘Breakwaters’, ‘On the Sea Wall’ and ‘The Skate Fishers’ are all works that describe scenes observed on either Shoreham or Lancing beaches. His poem ‘Under The Pier’ looks at life behind the seaside façade that is presented to tourists, to find a much grittier side of places such as Brighton, which exists side by side with the amusements and candyfloss.
Ted Walker produced five acclaimed books of poetry between 1965 and 1997, including ‘The Solitaries’, (1967) and ‘Gloves to the Hangman’ (1973). His poems, including: ‘The Heron’ and ‘The Porpoise’ often focus on wildlife and how it’s fragile existence should make us view our
human concerns within a wider perspective. Ted Walker was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 1975 and was Professor of Creative Writing at New England College. As well as writing poetry he wrote a popular column about the history of Sussex villages for the Chichester Observer newspaper and frequently spoke on Radio Sussex about local topics. In the 1980s he started to also write comedy films for the BBC, based on working class life after the Second World War, along with radio dramas for BBC Radio 4. His TV cartoon adaptation of ‘The Wind In The Willows’ had a voice cast which included Alan Bennett and Michael Palin. His original children’s books are ‘The Lion’s Cavalcade’ and ‘Grandad’s Seagulls’.
Ted Walker also wrote a travel book about Spain in 1987 after visiting the country and admiring its culture and landscapes. In that same year his wife Lorna died and he movingly tackled his feelings of grief and desolation in his autobiography, ‘The Last of England’. He later married Audrey Hicks who had also lost her spouse. The couple eventually moved to Spain, where he died in 2004. He is now remembered as one of the foremost English poets of his generation. As works about wildlife and our relationship are becoming increasingly popular along with our current environmental concerns, the work of the Sussex Coast’s own nature poet deserves to be widely read and appreciated once more.
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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/filmclub/, 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.
A 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
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.
We are a small, friendly golf society comprising around 15 active members, all of which are retired and have a range of handicaps. From April to October, we arrange 18 hole competitions (three of which involve annual trophies) each month at venues in nearby areas like Worthing and Horsham.
The cost is around £40 per competition which covers a bacon roll, coffee or tea, prizes for the "longest drive" and "nearest the pin" and the cost of the game itself.
We also play 9 holes each fortnight at Burgess Hill at a current cost of £11per round. The society does not charge an annual membership fee.
Whatever your handicap, if you are interested in playing or require further information, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Just contact Ron Watson at 07836273197 (or email ron@ronw.co uk) for more information and/or to join our society.
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
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
The Rotary Club of Storrington & Pulborough District, are pleased to announce that the New Season of the popular Film Nights will recommence on September 13th.
The first film, on Wednesday 13th September will be “A Man Called Otto”, starring Tom Hanks. Otto is a grump who’s given up on life following the loss of his wife. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, leading to a friendship that will turn his life around.
The showing commences at 7.30pm, at Sullington Hall, Thakeham Road, RH20 3PP.
The October film, on Wed 11th, will be “Allelujah”, starring Jennifer Saunders, Derek Jacobi, and Judi Dench.
Tickets are £5, and are available from the Card Shop in Storrington. Any unsold tickets will be available on the door, on the night.
There is a Bar and a Raffle during the interval. Anyone requiring transport should contact John Ollerton 07523 322554 For
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens in West Sussex is hosting the Bernardi Music Group classical concert series on the 20th of September and the 11th of October.
Visitors can also enjoy on-site overnight accommodation at Leonardslee House, and a second night, dining at Michelin Starred Restaurant Interlude.
On the 20th of September at 6.30pm, an Opera Gala will feature the acclaimed Stradivarius Piano Trio, consisting of Andrew Bernardi on violin, Maria Marchant on piano, and Jonathan Few on cello. Accompanying them will be the formidable vocal talents of soprano Charlotte Bröker and tenor Dominic Bevan. Guests will experience a range of musical highlights including The Marriage of Figaro, La Bohème, Nessun Dorma and West Side Story.
The series reaches its crescendo on the 11th of October at 6.30pm with a rendition of Verdi's celebrated opera, 'La Traviata'. The performance will star Indian tenor Anando Mukerjee (as Alfredo) conducted by the distinguished international conductor Andrea Ferrari with Bernardi Music Group Quintet. Guests can enhance their concert experience by staying overnight at Leonardslee House in one of the ten bespoke, charming bedrooms, each with its own individual decor
and en-suite bathroom, followed by a second night complete with a Michelin-star dinner at Restaurant Interlude.
General Manager at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, Adam Streeter, says: "We eagerly anticipate the Bernardi Music Group's concert series. The combination of stunning garden vistas and exceptional music offers a uniquely immersive experience for all our guests."
Tickets at £55 for each concert in the series include entry from 5pm to the Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens estate and the opportunity to explore the Grade I Listed gardens. The 240-acre estate includes cafes and a gift shop, a dolls’ house museum and classic afternoon tea.
Visit: https://www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk/ all-events/summer-concert-series-2023
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, Brighton Road, Lower Beeding Horsham, England, RH13 6PP
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